urban electronic music, synthesizer pop, flamenco, folk, bolero, rock, ballads… but no destructive proposals like the proposal Megara last year when he performed his song Arcadia. This year’s candidates were already well-known, with two very different profiles: one with new artists and the other with more experienced singers looking to relaunch their careers.

But it was on this Thursday that RTVE officially presented 16 candidate songs for victory at Benidorm Fest 2024. And it did so in a crowded (and multi-channel, since it could be followed on streamingsocial networks and with some outside interference Morning) an event held in Studio 4 of the Prado del Rey, which brought together specialized journalists as well as many Eurofans in an event with a larger attendance, which is usually the case on television, which sometimes slowed down the work of the media in attendance.

In this context, the 16 artists featured on the Benidorm Fest 2024 poster spoke about their songs while a fragment of them was heard, although many of those present were not hearing them for the first time due to leaks that occurred on social networks this weekend.

The proposals are the result of a selection process among more than 800 proposals submitted for participation. “December 14 is a special day for RTVE. Just like in “Night of the Three Kings” today we need to open gifts; sixteen wonderful songs with which we will enjoy this third festival in Benidorm,” said Maria Eizaguirre, Director of Public Relations and Participation of RTVE and responsible for interviews with artists.

In a conversation with the media, the communicator admitted that she was afraid that the presentation could not take place due to fire in Piruli in Torrespaña, RTVE’s second headquarters in Madrid; but in the end it was able to develop successfully. In turn, the head of the Spanish delegation to Eurovision and co-director of the festival in Benidorm, Ana Maria Bordas, emphasized the diversity of proposals. “There are some minimalists who highlight the voices of artists and others who have structures on stage that will help explain the songs well,” he said.

For Cesar Vallejoco-director of the Benidorm Festival and Pact of silence, it’s important to map the people behind the songs, not just the singers doing the vocals. Vallejo planted what the artists continued: following the flow recent years in the industry to justify the work of manufacturersmost of them remembered the names of those who helped them create music.

Another commonality between the artists is that they all came with their own equipment, highlighting the high level of professionalism that the festival has experienced since it was first held. “Eat great lyricists and great producers and it really helps us grow as an industry and make the Benidorm festival a lot better.”

One of the songs that aroused the greatest expectations was the song Brillos platino by the energetic Almacor. Here is the full list of candidate songs for winning Benidorm Fest 2024. Take up the baton. White dove and represent Spain at Malmo Arena, Swedenin May.

Almacor – “Platinum Shine”.

The young man said that he wrote the song inspired by the feelings he experienced when leaving home. Harry Styles concertsomething like he said Independent, dreams of provoking in his future performances. He’s also one of the pioneers of bringing urban music to the festival, and does so with one of the catchiest songs on the list. “I came to contribute to this genre of music, which is very rich and diverse,” he said.

Angie Fernandez: “I know who I am”

One of the veterans, Angie Fernandez, contributed a song that is also a declaration of intent. “It was difficult for me, but Now I know who I am and I want to say it.”, she said euphorically. “I wanted to write a song with lyrics that would demonstrate a moment I experienced in my profession, a moment of being lost. “I want to perform to conquer my fears, and there has never been a better time or place to do it,” he concluded. He worked on this pop-rock song with a famous Swedish composer. Thomas J:Son (creator Euphoria and tattoo from Lauryn), as well as with Dino Medanhodzic and Henrik Lundberg.

Dellacruz – “A Kiss in the Morning”

Canarian Dellacruz’s proposal for the Benidorm festival is an urban pop song with an electronic twist. Producer Carlos Almazan, who has worked with such festival acquaintances as Gonzalo Hermida, famous and unique, is a song in which Dellacruz conveys incredible energy. “I hope the audience feels the same as me. I want to go to Eurovision and, above all, enjoy it. I feel that RTVE loves me very much and I love my team,” he commented.

Jorge Gonzalez – “Hot”

Third time lucky at least that’s what Jorge Gonzalez thinks. The former triumphant managed to qualify for Benidorm on the third attempt, although, as he admitted so far, he did not feel that he had a completely satisfactory offer, or at least not as much as Hot, one of the catchiest songs on the list. Regarding the creation process, he said it was very intense, very interesting and explosive. Will he finally be able to represent Spain?

Text – ‘Astronaut’

Song Tony Mateo and Juan Carlos Arauzo This is an example of the diversity of styles that characterizes Benidorm. It combines electronic sounds with the festive spirit that the Cadiz duo have accustomed audiences to: “It has our purest essence, but He had 17 versions.. “You have to be on the level, and we, as loyal fans of the festival, wanted to make it perfect.” Abraham Mateobrother Tony, participated in the production as a sound engineer.

Mantra – “You will see me”

For a trio Carlos Marco, Paula Perez and Charlie WeinbergAccording to them, it was the best year of their careers. The song is produced by Fredrik Sonefors, who worked with Eurovision. Lorin and Mans Zelmerlow. They define their offering as a “highly autobiographical” song in which they took special care to fit their three voices into a context in which most artists perform alone.

Maria Pelae – “Sender”

“May be This is not what was expected of mebut I felt like I had to do it,” Maria Pelae said. The artist comes to the Benidorm festival with a fusion song that combines flamenco rhythms, electronic sounds and rock with a signature song. Sender It is “a letter that has been a long time in the making” and includes phrases from his grandparents and events. “Essentially, this is a review of history, so as not to return to the dark parts of it. I wanted to make a mix like that,” he explained.

Marlena – ‘Summer Love’

This is more than a possible allusion to Dulceida, who had an affair with one of the members of the duo; Ana Legaspi and Carolina Moyano They are about two people who fall in love in the summer, but when September comes, their relationship changes for better or worse… red flags– they joked, hinting at the bitter song that Legaspi theoretically dedicated influential person.

Miss Caffeine – “Blah blah blah”

From Mexico, one of the oldest bands of the Benidorm Festival took part in the concert via video call. Group formed Alberto Jimenez, Antonio Posa and Sergio Sastre They participate in the competition with a song written specifically for the festival. His song is about confronting a hyper-connected society in which everyone has the need to publicly express their opinions. Blah blah blah produced Stefano Macarone, also producer Oh mom Rigoberta Bandini for the first edition of the festival.

Nebulossa – ‘Zorra’

The most demanding proposal comes from Nebulossa, the group synth-pop, or electronic pop, written by Maria Bas and Mark Dasusa, brings a song with a powerful message to the Benidorm festival. With this theme they aim to give the word “bitch” a double meaning. “It’s autobiographical. I’ve been called a bitch many times. And just like me, many women. It’s a way to turn that word into something beautiful. Why should the fox be beautiful and the fox bad?” said Maria Bas, causing the audience to burst into applause.

Noan – “I miss you…”

Noah puts pop rock festival point. “A catchy song with a heartbreaking chorus,” he explained on the theme of heartbreak. “Longing is such a universal feeling, you can miss a family member on a summer day… I wrote it from the bottom of my heart because it speaks to my experience,” he admitted. His first contact with Benidorm came last year when Noan was at the RTVE Euroclub in Benidorm..

Kike Nisa – “Prisoner”

He Benjamin from the publication He composed this song at the first composition camp organized by RTVE. “We wrote it almost in one morning, and then I could not imagine how much joy this song would bring me. What we created in that studio was beautiful,” he said. The idea of ​​the song is to show those moments in which you have to “internal war with oneself” and he can’t say it.”

Roger Padros – “The Temporaries”

Roger Padros presented a song in Catalan dedicated to couples who have been together all their lives: “For the love of our parents and grandparents, relationships that break and strengthen in equal parts and where lack of communication and unconditional love combine in a unique yet familiar way,” he noted. Continuing the conversation about his family, he explained that despite the difficulties and instability associated with dedicating himself to music, he had your support.

Sophia Call – “Here to Stay”

The only trilingual offering is the Catalan Sofia Coll. singer, actress and presenter. He champions a wistful song about trusting one’s path in life and believing in oneself, with pop and electronic undertones. ” and includes three languages: Spanish, English and Catalan. “We wanted Europe to understand the message of the song, to include Europeans in it, but also Catalans, who are also part of me and have given me a lot,” he said. shortly after calling his song “backlash”, causing the audience to laugh.

st. Pedro – “Two Strangers (String Quartet)”

Kanarskaya st. Pedro is another one of those songs that brings the genre of music to the festival for the first time: Bolero. It’s a gentle song, but he hopes it will help you have a good time and enjoy the process. “I also want those who listen to it to make it their own. Let them go,” he told Maria Eizaguirre, without revealing the meaning. He said it was his favorite song he’s written so far.

Yoli Saa – “I Won’t Forget”

For Yoli Saa, this is her best song to date, she said this via video conference, but with a lot of emotion. Galician singer and songwriter offers one of the most emotional and warm offerings with a pop-folk sound that aims to be a reminder of yourself. “The lyrics are very important to me because I did it all myself, but I also thank the producers because we did it with the utmost love and the utmost respect. It turned out to be a very versatile song. “, she concluded.