As the moment draws near, anticipation fills the air around Benidorm Festival 2023. The countdown to the semi finals, scheduled for January 31 and February 2, marks the buildup to one of Spain’s most watched eurovisual events. Fans across the country and beyond are backing their favorites for the Eurovision stage. The event, taking place in the tourism capital of the Costa Blanca, has drawn celebrities and music lovers alike who want to witness the候 selections firsthand. Among the buzz is Iker Casillas, the famed former Real Madrid goalkeeper and Spain’s national team legend, who offered his opinion on the competition via his social channels. The public chatter centers on who might claim the bronze microphone this year.
Iker Casillas highlighted a particular track as a strong contender. He endorsed Vicco’s Nochentera, calling it a tune that could lift spirits and brighten the week. The endorsement, shared on Vicco’s social media, boosted the song’s visibility and positioned it as a frontrunner among viewers and eurofans alike.
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Victoria Riba, better known as Vicco, is one of the competition’s 18 entrants. Hailing from Barcelona, Nochentera is described as a prize for the senses, a song designed to lift spirits and remind listeners to savor life. The 26-year-old musician began piano lessons at nine and quickly started writing music. Music was a constant presence at home; Vicco’s father is an amateur bass player, and she formed her first group with her sisters.
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Over the years, Vicco uploaded early compositions to YouTube and performed at private parties. One memorable moment captured on video featured a young performer singing, which Vicco later passed to her father, who also acts as her manager. The encounter with industry peers left a lasting impression, and Alejandro Sanz later invited her to open touring dates for Sirope. At nineteen, Vicco secured a deal with Sony Music to release a debut album, marking a significant milestone in her career.
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Vicco’s path in music included formal training at the Microfusa school in Barcelona, followed by a stint at Warner Chappell in Spain. She has written songs for artists such as Mireya Bravo, Flori, María Escarmiento, and Edurne. A notable collaboration with Siderland, another group set to perform at Benidorm Fest 2023, is the track Crema la pista.
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In her own words, a night song captures the moment when someone’s company is irresistible. The melody is upbeat, radiates happiness, and invites listeners to dance away their worries. The track promises a party atmosphere and a carefree spirit that could captivate Benidorm Fest audiences and set the tone for a lively finale.
The final of Benidorm Fest 2023 is scheduled for February 4, when Spain’s representative for Eurovision 2023 will be decided. With 18 candidates in the running, fans are invited to review the lineup and share their thoughts in ongoing surveys. The excitement around the competition continues to build as the event approaches, and conversations about potential winners and lasting favorites remain lively across social platforms and fan communities. [CITATION: RTVE]