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Festivali I Këngës 63
63 was the 63rd edition of the annual Albanian music competition , organised by (RTSH). It was held between 19 and 22 December 2024 at the Palace of Congresses in Tirana, and it was hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu. The winner was Shkodra Elektronike with "", therefore becoming the contestant that will represent Albania in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. Format The 63rd edition of was organised by (RTSH) took place from 19 to 22 December 2024. The contest consisted of two semi-finals on 19 and 20 December, followed by a nostalgia night on 21 December and conclude in the grand final on 22 December. The four live shows were hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu, and held at the Palace of Congresses in Tirana, Albania. In June 2024, Albanian singer Elhaida Dani, who won the 53rd edition of , was announced as the artistic director of the contest. Voting For the 63rd edition of , a professional jury chaired by Zana Çela, with members Ylljet Aliçka, Alma Bektashi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tom Kuka
Enkel Demi (pen name: Tom Kuka) is an Albanian writer and journalist. He made his literary debut in 2016 with the historical novel ''Hide mbi kalldrëm'' (''Jujube on Cobblestone''). In November 2018, he published his second novel, ''Gurët e vetmisë'' (''Stones of Loneliness''), a family saga which won the national prize for literature in 2019. His next novel was ''Ora e ligë'' (Evil Hour, 2019), followed by fourth novel ''Flama'' (Calamity), which was published in March 2021. Kuka won the EU Prize for literature The European Union Prize for Literature (EUPL), established in 2009, is a European Union literary award. Its aim is to recognise outstanding new literary talents from all over Europe, to promote the circulation and translation of literature among ... for ''Flama''. References {{DEFAULTSORT:Kuka, Tom Albanian writers Living people Year of birth missing (living people) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elvana Gjata
Elvana Gjata (; born 3 February 1987) is an Albanian singer-songwriter, actress and entrepreneur. Born and raised in Tirana, she has been referred to as a "Diva of Albanian music". She rose to recognition in Albania and other Albanian-speaking territories in the Balkans following the release of her two studio albums, ''Mamës'' (2007) and ''Afër dhe larg'' (2011). The singer saw further success through many acclaimed singles, as well as her extended plays ''3 (Elvana Gjata EP), 3'' (2018) and ''Çelu'' (2021), and has achieved multiple number one singles in the Albanian singles chart. Gjata has also received numerous List of awards and nominations received by Elvana Gjata, awards and accolades, including two Balkan Music Awards, a Festivali i Këngës, Festivali i Këngës Award, four Kënga Magjike, Kënga Magjike Awards and a Top Fest, Top Fest Award. Life and career 1987–2010: Early life and career beginnings Elvana Gjata was born to Fatmir and Donika Gjata on 3 Febr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ismail Kadare (portret)
Ismail Kadare (; 28 January 1936 – 1 July 2024) was an Albanian novelist, poet, essayist, screenwriter and playwright. He was a leading international literary figure and intellectual, focusing on poetry until the publication of his first novel, '' The General of the Dead Army'', which made him famous internationally. Kadare is regarded by some as one of the greatest writers and intellectuals of the 20th and 21st centuries, and as a universal voice against totalitarianism. Living in Albania during a time of strict censorship, he devised stratagems to outwit Communist censors who had banned three of his books, using devices such as parable, myth, fable, folk-tale, allegory, and legend, sprinkled with double-entendre, allusion, insinuation, satire, and coded messages. In 1990, to escape the Communist regime and its ''Sigurimi'' secret police, he defected to Paris. From the 1990s he was asked by both major political parties in Albania to become a consensual President of the countr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is a media organization broadcasting news and analyses in 27 languages to 23 countries across Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the Middle East. Headquartered in Prague since 1995, RFE/RL operates 21 local bureaus with over 500 core staff, 1,300 freelancers, and 680 employees. Nicola Careem serves as the editor-in-chief. Founded during the Cold War, RFE began in 1949 targeting Soviet empire, Soviet satellite states, while RL, established in 1951, focused on the Soviet Union. Initially funded covertly by the Central Intelligence Agency, CIA until 1972, the two merged in 1976. RFE/RL was headquartered in Munich from 1949 to 1995, with additional broadcasts from Portugal's Glória do Ribatejo until 1996. Soviet authorities jammed their signals, and Second World, communist regimes often infiltrated their operations. Today, RFE/RL is a private 501(c)(3) corporation supervised by the United States Agency for Global Media, which ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists
UNESCO established its Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage with the aim of ensuring better protection of important intangible cultural heritages worldwide and the awareness of their significance.Compare: This list is published by the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, the members of which are elected by State Parties meeting in a General Assembly. Through a compendium of the different oral and intangible treasures of humankind worldwide, the programme aims to draw attention to the importance of safeguarding intangible heritage, which UNESCO has identified as an essential component and as a repository of cultural diversity and of creative expression. The list was established in 2008 when the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage took effect. , the programme compiles three lists. The longer Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity comprises cultural "practices and expre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
UNESCO
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO ) is a List of specialized agencies of the United Nations, specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) with the aim of promoting world peace and International security, security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences and culture. It has 194 Member states of UNESCO, member states and 12 associate members, as well as partners in the Non-governmental organization, non-governmental, Intergovernmental organization, intergovernmental and private sector. Headquartered in Paris, France, UNESCO has 53 regional field offices and 199 National Commissions for UNESCO, national commissions. UNESCO was founded in 1945 as the successor to the League of Nations' International Committee on Intellectual Cooperation.English summary). UNESCO's founding mission, which was shaped by the events of World War II, is to advance peace, sustainable development and human rights by facilitating collaboratio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vallja E Tropojës
Vallja e Tropojës is a traditional Albanian folk dance originating from the region of Tropojë in northern Albania. Known for its dynamic and rhythmic movements, the dance is an important cultural expression that reflects the history, social values, and traditions of the region. Traditionally performed by groups in a circle or line, it is accompanied by traditional Albanian instruments. As a testament to its importance, the Vallja e Tropojës under the name of K'cimi dancing of Tropojë has been inscribed on the UNESCO The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO ) is a List of specialized agencies of the United Nations, specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) with the aim of promoting world peace and International secur ... Intangible Cultural Heritage List in December 2024. See also * List of Albanian dances * List of Intangible Cultural Heritage elements in Albania * List of World Heritage Sites in Albania References {{Au ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vaçe Zela
Vaçe Zela (; 7 April 19396 February 2014) was an Albanian singer and songwriter. She was a leading figure in the music industry and is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century in Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia. Born in Lushnjë and raised in Tirana within Communist Albania, she developed a great interest in music at an early age before embarking on a professional career as a musician in 1962. An eleven-time winner, she built her reputation as a highly successful musician by winning the first edition of Festivali i Këngës as well as her future victories in the festival. Zela is a recipient of significant awards and decorations. She was awarded the Merited Artist Order, People's Artist Order and Honor of Nation Order. Early life and education Vaçe Zela was born on 7 April 1939 in the city of Lushnjë, then part of the Kingdom of Albania, into an Albanian family, as she herself said, in which music was "sitting cross-legged in everyone' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Slimane (singer)
Slimane Nebchi (; born 13 October 1989), also known professionally by the mononym Slimane, is a French singer-songwriter. He rose to prominence after winning season 5 of '' The Voice: la plus belle voix'' as part of Team Florent Pagny. As part of his solo career he has achieved over twenty-five chart entries on the French Singles Chart, including a number-one single as a featured artist with the song "Bella ciao". Nebchi has released four studio albums during his career with three of them peaking at number-one on the French Albums Charts. He represented in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with the song " Mon amour", finishing in fourth place. Early life Nebchi was born on 13 October 1989 in Chelles, Seine-et-Marne, France. He is of Algerian descent through his grandparents, who migrated to Paris from Biskra and Ghazaouet. He attended the Lycée Jehan in Chelles, later moving to Les Lilas, a suburb of Paris, where he worked for la société ATEED for a few years. Career ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Noizy
Rigels Rajku (; born 27 September 1986) known professionally as Noizy, is an Albanian singer, rapper and music producer. He is one of the most famous and successful artists in the Albanian music industry and has gained a large following due to his talent and unique style in rap and hip-hop music. Some of his most well-known songs include "Mi Amor", "Medalioni", "Nuk kan besu" and "Kallma" among others. He is also known for his involvement in natural living and for his lifestyle, which is often reflected in his music and music videos. Life and career 1986–2010: Early life and career beginnings Rigels Rajku was born on 27 September 1986 into a multi-religious Albanian family in the village of Sukth, then part of the People's Socialist Republic, present Albania. His father is from Dibër and his mother a Catholic from Krujë. In 1997, Rajku and his family fled to London, England, as refugees to escape the war and conflicts in connection with the Albanian unrest. He was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inis Neziri
Inis Neziri (; born 12 January 2001) is an Albanians, Albanian singer and songwriter. She has been crowned the winner of numerous festivals including the Romanian Golden Stag Festival, Golden Stag and Russian New Wave (competition), New Wave. Life and career In 2013, Neziri began to dedicate herself to music when she was twelve as she won the 5th edition of the Albanian children's talent show Gjeniu i Vogël. In December 2017, she successfully participated in the Festivali i Këngës 56, 56th edition of Festivali i Këngës with the song "Piedestal" where she finished in the third place. In September 2018, she took part in the Golden Stag Festival in Romania and eventually emerged as the winner of the competition. In October 2020, the Albanian broadcaster, Radio Televizioni Shqiptar (RTSH), announced her as one of the contestants selected to compete in the Festivali i Këngës 59, 59th edition of Festivali i Këngës with the song "Pendesë". Discography Singles As lead ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rozana Radi
Rozana Radi (; born July 6, 1979) is an Albanian actress, singer-songwriter, and television presenter. She emerged as the winner of in 2016 and 2024. She is the host of the afternoon show series ''Një Gotë Rosè'', aired on MCN TV. Additionally, in December 2024, she joined the reality TV show Big Brother VIP Albania 4 as a contestant. She reached the final as one of the four finalists, finishing as the runner-up. Life and career 1979–2012: Early life and career beginnings Rozana Radi was born on 6 July 1979 into an Albanian family in the city of Tirana, People's Republic of Albania, present Albania. Radi has released several successful singles in Albania, as well as collaborated with several famous Albanian artists. Together with rapper Noizy, she has released the singles "Fly" and "Mr. Yesterday". In 2009, Radi performed in Kënga Magjike in 2009, where she finished 10th with the song "Femër" and received a prize for best singing style. The following year she perfor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
