The connection between the Generalitat and the Government lasted only a few hours. Spain International Song FestivalA musical event supported by a Madrid promoter and sponsored by the Valencian government together with SGAE. At least that’s how it still appears on the event’s official website, and was confirmed by regional government sources early yesterday afternoon; They also justified their support for this “cultural initiative” yesterday by finding it “interesting”.
However, around 20:00 in the evening, the Generalitat made a statement explaining that it would not support the competition, considering that another competition with these features could be copied in the Valencian Community. The visual used should be taken into consideration. Creative Greatness In principle, the announcement of this event, which will be held in Valencia next June, Benidorm Festival It was celebrated in 2022.
Neither institutional nor economic support
The Generalitat states in its statement: “Among the many offers received, one of the festivals was the Spanish International Song Festival requesting cooperation Valencian general “For his celebration in the city of Valencia”.
“At last the Generalitat Choosing not to support this festival neither institutionally nor financially, while thinking it could be a little hypocrisy The note emphasizes that she is with someone else who is celebrated with these characteristics in the Valencian Community.
The Generalitat adds: “It is worth remembering that, in addition to supporting the different proposals that have already been consolidated, the Consel cooperates with music festival associations to promote projects within the scope of its commitments to music tourism.”
Likewise, looking at the news published on Thursday, it is worth emphasizing that the Generalitat gives full support to Benidorm Fest, which is one of the main talent projects in this region and contributes to its international projection.
An Alicante businessman in Madrid
The history of this first International Song Festival in Spain, whose goal is “to find the best song in Spanish, regardless of musical genre”, is intriguing to say the least. The company, music promoter and record label that promotes it Creative Greatness, The CEO of the company, whose headquarters is in Madrid, is a well-known businessman from Alicante. José Bernabé, For years affiliated with Hércules CF and its largest shareholder Enrique Ortiz. The visual that Magnitude Creativa used to announce this event, which will be held in Valencia next June, was very similar to Benidorm Fest held in 2022.
It was announced on the competition’s website that the Spanish Song Festival will be held this Thursday. will be available next February 14 With his presence in Madrid Vicente Barrera, vice president of the Generalitat. On the other hand, the Vice Presidency informed this media that institutional representation will, in principle, belong to the General Director of Culture. Sergio Arlandisand Barrera would only attend the gala when it was held in Valencia in June.
“Highlight musical diversity”
According to the news on the festival’s website, this event, which does not have an exact date yet, “born to highlight musical diversity It aims to promote Spain and promote it worldwide.” It aims to be a platform in this sense”Well-known and emerging artists, This will contribute to the enrichment of the Spanish music scene.” It will also foster international collaboration and strengthen Spain’s position on the global music scene, while creating a unique musical experience for the public.
Interested individuals who need to submit their proposals in Spanish can register via the website. At a cost of 30 euros. During the second stage, The best 30 songs will be selected, the public will be able to vote through the portal itself. Singers after the election They will attend the final gala In the competition to be held in the city of Valencia, each artist will sing their own song in front of a professional jury who will determine the winner. According to the organization, “the city will benefit significantly in terms of cultural, economic and prestige by hosting this internationally renowned event.”
Specifically, as explained on their page, ” former international song festivals Where musical composition prevailed.” Thus, the aim of the International Song Festival of Spain Ensuring the visibility of the song in Spanish Together last premiere in the month In Valencia in Junewhere six live finalist songs.
Prize of 50,000 Euros
The organization states on its portal that this event “offers global exposure, valuable industry connections, career development opportunities and the experience of performing on big stages.” In addition, the artist will be awarded 50 thousand euros and the composer will be awarded 30 thousand euros.
This event is very similar to the Benidorm Fest festival organized by. RTVE This year, the Valencian Nebulossa will choose Spain’s representative in Eurovision. The first image spread on social networks is reminiscent of the Benidorm Festival in terms of its graphics. Both consist of a mosaic of music-related drawings.