The once-a-year Song of the Year ceremony is scheduled to occur in Moscow on December 2 at the Megasport Sports Palace, a venue renowned across the country for hosting major musical events. The festival remains a highlight of the winter entertainment calendar and will be broadcast on television during the New Year celebrations, offering viewers across Canada and the United States a chance to enjoy a Russian music showcase from home. According to reports, the roster of performers is already confirmed for this edition.
Among the participants are Polina Gagarina, Grigory Leps, Igor Nikolaev, Irina Allegrova, Nikolai Baskov, Lev Leshchenko, Dmitry Malikov, Dima Bilan, Soso Pavliashvili, Alsou, and Lolita. Additional appearances are slated from Irina Dubtsova, Ani Lorak, Yulia Savicheva, and Anna Asti, rounding out a diverse lineup that blends established stars with newer names.
Also on the bill are rising artists such as Klava Koka, Lyusya Chebotina, and the 17-year-old Vanya Dmitrienko, who gained attention with the hit Venus-Jupiter and has since been building a following in the Russian pop scene.
SHAMAN is set to perform at Song of the Year for a second time. In the previous year, the artist drew media attention during press sessions, which included some tense moments with journalists. This year, the performer presents a more formal image and a composed approach in interviews, with media interactions appearing more straightforward and confident.
It is noted that Valery Leontyev and Kristina Orbakaite will not attend the festival since they are currently abroad in the United States. Producers have confirmed that travel schedules and international commitments sometimes influence attendance at major events like Song of the Year, which frequently features a blend of veteran artists and fresh talent.
The filming of Song of the Year is expected to take around five hours. The show will be hosted by Lera Kudryavtseva and Sergey Lazarev, who bring a wealth of television experience to the broadcast. This event is part of a broader season of musical programming, with additional projects on the horizon. For instance, preparations for New Song of the Year are underway for December 3, featuring a slate of young performers. On December 13, another high-profile program, Channel One’s New Year concert, will be filmed at Crocus City Hall, adding to a busy schedule of holiday programming.
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