Intervision-2025: who will perform in Moscow on September 20 and with which songs
In 2025, Moscow rightfully became a real music capital. It is here at the Live Arena concert venue that on Saturday, September 20, the final of the international Intervision song contest will be held, bringing together performers from more than 20 countries. The holiday program promises to be bright and eventful. The audience is waiting for a spectacular opening act, a colorful parade of cultures and exciting video visuals of the participants. At the same time, the atmosphere will be complemented by a special guest show and an international headliner performance. The evening will culminate with a jury vote and an award ceremony for the winner, who will receive the main prize of 30 million rubles. For more information about who will take part in the main musical competition of the year, see the Izvestia article.
Sulema Iglesias (Cuba)
According to the results of the draw, Sulema Iglesias Salazar, a representative of Cuba, will be the first to perform at the international music competition Intervision 2025 on September 20. She started her career in music in 1982 at the age of 18 as an amateur artist. Around the same time, the artist wrote her first poems, and in 1994 she began singing professionally as part of the Iglesias trio.
Today, the singer's discography includes six full-length albums. The last of them, Solo tu, received a nomination for the Cubadisco 2024 National Music Award last year. The artist enjoys wide popularity in Spain, the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Mexico and has already represented Cuba at international festivals.
Sulema Iglesias Salazar
At Intervision 2025, Sulema will perform the song Guaguanco, which was created in collaboration with renowned Argentine producers Rodrigo Sosa and Angel Toyrak. According to Sulema, the song contains elements of traditional and modern styles, and her performance will be accompanied by a guaguanco dance, a type of Cuban rumba.
Nomad (Kyrgyzstan)
The Kyrgyz Republic will be represented on the stage of Intervision 2025 by the Nomad team - Azat Raimberdiev, Bek Israilov and Minzhashar Murzaev. Each of the band members is considered a recognized master who has already proven his professionalism as a solo artist.
Composer and singer Azat Raimberdiev, formerly known as the lead singer of the Delmar group, is an award winner, finalist and mentor of vocal shows. The artist is familiar to the Russian public thanks to his participation in the program "Come on, all together!", where he captivated the audience and the jury with his vivid vocals.
Nomad
Bek Israilov can be called an unofficial ambassador of Kyrgyz culture on the world stage. Born into a creative family, he has been studying music since childhood and developing his talent. In addition, the artist was remembered by the public as a finalist and expert of the show "Come on, all together!".
Minzhashar Murzaev is from Bishkek, a participant in major shows and festivals. He performed on the "New Wave", took part in the Chinese version of the show "The Voice". In Russia, he is primarily known as a participant in the TV project "Come on, all together!". The artist performs his hits not only in his native Kyrgyz language, but also in Russian, English and Chinese.
At Intervision 2025, the band will perform a lyrical pop ballad in their native language, "Zhalgyz saga" ("Only to You"). The competition composition organically intertwines modern pop arrangements and traditional Kyrgyz melodies.
Wang Xi (China)
China will be represented at Intervision 2025 by singer Wang Xi, who is known in his homeland as Elvis Wang for his velvety and deep voice, charisma and manner of performance. The artist was born in 1985 in Liaoning Province and started singing as a teenager. In the same city, he graduated from the College of Arts with a degree in pop vocals, and then continued his studies at the Shenyang Conservatory, where he received a bachelor's degree in performing arts. At the same time, Wang Xi actively participated in various shows and competitions, which allowed him to attract the attention of the public. One of the most significant achievements of the artist was the gold award of the eighth Chinese Golden Bell Music Award and the victory in the XV National Competition of Young CCTV Singers in the Popular Music category.
Wang Xi
At Intervision 2025, Wang Xi will present a composition in his native language, the name of which translates as "On the Way." Initially, another song was planned — the ballad "At the Horizon", accompanied by a symphony orchestra, but the singer decided to replace the number.
Mustafa Saad (Egypt)
The face of Egypt at the competition will be Mustafa Saad, an experienced teacher and soloist at the Egyptian Opera House in Alexandria. He was born in 1983 in Alexandria, and this city played a key role in shaping his career. Saad began his musical career in the 2000s as a pop artist in the band Amara. Today, he has more than 15 years of performing on major stages in Egypt and beyond. Among the special events of his career are his participation in the Biennale of Art in Italy and the TV show Arab Idol.
Mustafa Saad
From the stage of the Intervision, Mustafa Saad will perform the love song Ben elbanat, the name of which translates as "Among all the girls." The genre of this composition is defined as "Arab pop". The national motifs of the Middle East and folk instruments are harmoniously combined with modern electronic beats. According to the artist himself, the lyrics of the song contained his own worries and conflicting feelings that he had experienced during a difficult period of his life.
Vassy (USA)
The United States will be represented at the music competition by singer and producer Vassy (real name is Vasilika Karagiorgos). She will replace American Brandon Howard, who will not be able to come to Russia "due to unforeseen family circumstances."
The singer was born in Australia in 1983. In 2023, she became the first woman to receive the EDMA ICON AWARD, which is awarded for the best composition in the genre of electronic dance music. And her collaborations with world DJs Tiësto and David Guetta occupied the top positions in the American radio charts and became multi-platinum in 30 countries around the world. Vassy's compositions have garnered several million listens on streaming services.
Vassy
In addition, the legend of world rock, ex—Deep Purple and Rainbow frontman Joe Lynn Turner, author and performer of the Stone Cold hit, will come to Russia with Vassy. He will represent the country as the international jury of Intervision 2025.
Sanaa (Kenya)
Presenter and artist Natasha Sanaipei Tande, who goes by the pseudonym Sana, will represent Kenya. She was born in 1985 in Mombasa. Initially, the girl did not plan to connect her life with show business. Since childhood, Natasha dreamed of becoming a doctor and even enrolled in medical school. However, one day in 2004, her family persuaded her to participate in the Coca-Cola Popstars talent contest. Unexpectedly, she became one of the three winners and became part of the Sema trio formed following the results of the competition. So, soon the band released the album Mwewe, which included 17 tracks, many of which became hits. Despite the fact that the band did not last long, the career of Sanaipei Tande continued to go up. Since the mid-2000s, she began working on the radio as a presenter, while simultaneously combining this with music lessons. In the 2010s, Sanaipei released a number of singles as a solo artist and successfully collaborated with many popular musicians on the Kenyan stage. In 2019, she represented the country as a judge of the Amazing Voices African music competition.
Sanaa
In 2025, Sanaypey will perform the single Flavor ("Taste") from his new album 40&Four-Tune on the stage of Intervision, which has become an anthem to life, love and good mood. The song has already entered the top songs at home, and Natasha made a new version in the afro-pop style especially for the contest.
Amre (Kazakhstan)
Kazakhstan, represented by the performer Amre (real name — Yernar Sadirbayev), will be the seventh in a row. Yernar Sadirbayev has been studying music since an early age. Yernar won his first victory in a music competition back in his school years, after which he entered the Kazakh National Academy of Arts, where he perfected his skills. Having continued his career as a professional artist, he became a laureate of prestigious international competitions in Europe and Russia, including Slavyansky Bazar and Pearl of Berlin.
Amre
In 2021, Yernar won the attention of a wide audience by participating in the national Mask show. He appeared in front of the audience in a vivid image of a Golden Eagle. And Russian fans fell in love with him thanks to the project "The Voice", speaking in the team of the ambassador of "Intervision-2025" Dima Bilan, the artist managed to reach the finals.
At Intervision 2025, Amre will present an epic pop ballad in Kazakh, "The Light of the Steppe." The composition is dedicated to home and native land.
Saif Al-Ali (UAE)
The United Arab Emirates will be represented by singer Saif Al-Ali. The musician is well known to the public in his country and abroad. He received a classical musical education and professionally plays several instruments, including the piano and the oud (a traditional oriental stringed instrument, the forerunner of the European lute).
Al-Ali is inspired by the works of masters of Arabic music, such as the Egyptian singer and musician Mohammed Abd Al-Wahhab and the famous singer Umm Kulthum. Thanks to his academic education, his command of several languages and his openness to a wide variety of music, Saif Al-Ali creates expressive compositions with deep meaning. The Russian public already got to know the artist in 2024, when Al-Ali successfully performed at the Melody of BRICS festival.
Saif Al-Ali
The musician's ballad Dawaa Lilsalam ("A Call to Peace") will be performed at Intervision. The composition was written especially for the competition and combines an expressive melody with national motifs. The musician himself notes that it is a great honor for him to represent his country at Intervision 2025 in Moscow with a song about peace. The artist encourages fans to join hands and create a timeless melody.
SHAMAN (Russia)
Russia will be represented by one of the most sought—after singers of our time, SHAMAN (real name Yaroslav Dronov, Honored Artist of Russia). He was born on November 22, 1991 in Novomoskovsk, Tula region, into a creative family: his father was a professional guitarist, and his mother was a singer. Yaroslav has been surrounded by the atmosphere of music since childhood, and already at the age of four he began to study in the Assorted vocal and variety group, with which he performed at concerts and tours.
Shaman
In 2012, Dronov moved to Moscow and entered the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music at the Faculty of pop and Jazz Singing, where he received a professional education. A year later, he became a participant in the show "Factor A" and took third place, receiving high marks from the jury. From 2014 to 2017, the singer was the lead singer of the cover band Rush Hour. In 2016, he took part in the show "The Voice", where, under the mentorship of Pelageya, he reached the finals and took second place. In 2017, Dronov left the band and began a solo career. Since 2020, the artist has been performing under the pseudonym SHAMAN, independently producing the entire creative process — from writing songs to directing music videos.
SHAMAN will perform the song "Straight to the Heart" at the international music competition. This release has already gained popularity among listeners. The song, created by producer Maxim Fadeev, is a soulful lyrical ballad about painful love. The lyrical hero appeals to his beloved with a request to let him go, recognizing that feelings have shattered dreams and brought pain.
Luciana Calazans and Thais Nader (Brazil)
The tenth to take the stage will be representatives of Brazil — Luciana Calazans and Tais Nader, a married and creative duo united by stage experience and love for the culture of their country. Luciana Calazans is a composer, multi—instrumentalist and producer, Latin Grammy nominee, who has collaborated with leading artists from Brazil and the world. Tais Nader is a singer and songwriter who has performed at the world's largest venues and has been featured in the ratings of The New York Times and Educadora FM.
Thais Nader and Luciano Calazans
At Intervision, they will present the original composition Pipoca com Amor ("Popcorn with Love"), in which the ethnic motifs of Brazilian music are harmoniously intertwined with the modern sound of the world stage.
Farrukh Hasanov (Tajikistan)
Tajikistan will be represented at the contest by a bright young singer and songwriter Farrukh Hasanov, the winner of the show "Come on, all together!". The artist was born in 1997 in Dushanbe and has been studying music in the studio since childhood. Despite his natural talent, in his youth he chose a more reliable profession — a linguist-translator. However, he soon realized that he could not give up his dream of the stage, and returned to music.
In 2019, Farrukh successfully reached the finals of the Asia's Got Talent contest, and then became famous on the Internet. At first, he published cover versions of foreign hits in a popular video chat, and later declared himself as the author and performer of his own songs in Tajik.
Farrukh Hasanov
Today he is called one of the most notable young artists of Tajikistan. Farrukh's songs — "In the Morning", "Modar", "Leyli", "Sheila" — are well known and loved both at home and abroad. In 2022, the singer was awarded the national Tarona Music Award for musical achievements.
At Intervision 2025, Farrukh Hasanov will perform the song "Burn!" in Russian. It's a rhythmic pop track with funky riffs and expressive falsetto vocals.
Dana Al-Mir (Qatar)
From Qatar, singer, songwriter and public figure Dana Al-Mir will appear on the stage of Intervision. Today she is one of the most famous and significant figures in her region, the owner of great energy, charisma and multifaceted talent. In her art-pop compositions, she skillfully combines elements of Western and national Arabic music. So, the artist represented her country at the largest global events — the opening and closing ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup and the opening of the Asian Cup in 2023.
Dana Al-Mir
She actively participates in TEDx conferences, speaks at cultural forums, and also heads the music institute Music Lab Qatar, where she oversees projects, supports young artists and promotes cultural education.
At the contest, Dana Al-Mir will perform the ballad Huwa Dha Anta ("This is exactly you") in the style of Arabic pop. The composition is dedicated to the search for identity and a way of life, praises the resilience of those who are ready to move forward and not give up in the face of difficulties.
Denise & D-Lain (Madagascar)
Madagascar will be represented by a duet at Intervision. Ratolojanari Lalaina Josiah, known as D-Lain, is a vocalist and songwriter, as well as the winner of the African TV show Castel Live Opera. The singer's hits are his personal stories embodied in music. D-Lain's musical journey began in childhood, participated in castings of the world musicals Mamma Mia! and Notre Dame de Paris. In 2009, he was recognized as the best gospel vocalist.
Denise & D-Lain
Denise is a local celebrity and the winner of the Island Africa Talent contest, which earned her a contract with Universal Music, but she refused to tour the world for the sake of her homeland. He is the creator (together with her husband) of the main Madagascar music festival — "Macua".
At Intervision, the duo will perform the song Tiako Hanjeky ("I Want more for us"). Their main goal is to unleash the cultural potential of the island state.
Zeina Imad (Saudi Arabia)
Zeina Imad is a Saudi singer who debuted in 2018 and quickly gained popularity. Her style combines Arabic pop with elements of traditional folk dance khaliji, jazz and soft rock. Zeina performs both original songs and covers, collaborates with musicians from the region and is inspired by world legends such as Madonna and Michael Jackson. The singer is often called one of the brightest voices of the new Arab scene — her recordings are gaining millions of views online, and the number of her fans is growing.
Zeina Imad
She has won a number of awards. Zeina Imad won the Saudi Ministry of Culture's competition for young musicians under 21, and in 2021 she won one of the most prestigious awards in the Middle East, the Riyadh Joy Awards, as the best aspiring artist.
He will perform the song Mojrd Ham ("I'm Just worried") at Intervision.
Nydia Gongora (Colombia)
Nydia Gongora is a well—known singer and researcher of traditional music in the Pacific region of Colombia. She has been helping children develop their musical talents in her homeland for 12 years. Nydia has proven itself not only in Colombia, but also in other countries of the world. Her music combines the musical traditions of Colombia and modern genres, thereby creating a unique sound.
Nydia Gongora
The singer is a six-time winner of the Petronio lvarez Pacific Music Festival and a Shock Award winner. She also won the African Music Academy Award and became a Latin Grammy nominee. In addition, Nydia Gongora is the founder and lead singer of the group Canalón de Timbiquí.
She will perform the song En Los Manglares ("In the Mangroves") at the competition.
Netsanet Sultan (Ethiopia)
Netsanet Sultan is one of the brightest and most famous singers in Ethiopia. The girl started her musical career as a child. Her strong vocals and dedication to cultural traditions have earned the artist prestigious national awards and recognition both in Ethiopia and abroad.
Her music intertwines ethnic motifs of different peoples of the country and a modern sound. The songs Yaaddoo, Halaala and Abaya reflect the cultural diversity of Ethiopia and resonate with the general public. Speaking several languages and styles, the singer gives her work a special depth.
Netsanet Sultan
At Intervision, Netsanet Sultan will reveal to the world the richness of Ethiopia's musical culture with the song Halaala ("In Plain Sight").
Omar Acedo (Venezuela)
Omar Acedo has more than 25 years of musical experience, which began when the boy was 14 years old. At first he was a soloist of the Salserín orchestra, then he performed in bands, and in 2010 he began a solo career.
His track Sólo Contigo ("Only with you"), released in 2017 and which has gained more than 25 million views on YouTube, brought universal popularity and fame to the singer.
Omar Acedo
His musical style is intertwined with modern pop trends and Latin American passion.
In Russia, Omar Acedo will perform the song La Fiesta de la Paz ("Holiday of Peace").
Slobodan Trkul (Serbia)
Slobodan Trkul is a world—renowned Serbian singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist. He is the founder of the Balkanopolis collective. Slobodan Trkul combines tradition and modernity in his songs. Inspired by Byzantine singing, Serbian folklore and jazz improvisation, he creates an ethno—fusion where Balkan rhythms, throat singing, symphonic arrangements, electronics and deep philosophical texts meet.
Slobodan Trkul
The artist, who owns more than 20 instruments, has received state awards and critical acclaim during his career. He also holds the title of Cultural Ambassador from the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His work goes beyond the stage — Slobodan is engaged in educational projects and inspires a new generation to appreciate and develop their cultural roots.
He will perform the song "Three Little Roses" at Intervision.
Mzansi Jikelele (South Africa)
The musical group was assembled specifically for the performance at Intervision. It consists of five outstanding artists from the Republic of South Africa. The team turned out to be versatile:
— Tskhepo Nkadimeng. Famous gospel singer. At the age of seven, he lost his eyesight, which did not prevent him from becoming a professional singer and building a career not only in music, but also in films.
— Rene Kruger. He is an artist and founder of the Colorful Gifts Foundation, a charity that supports and educates young people through art, music, and social activities.
Mzansi Jikelele
"Lady Du." Songwriter, producer and dancer, who became popular due to her performances in the popular style in South Africa — amapiano (from the word "piano"; the direction became popular in the 2010s; combines elements of jazz, deep house, hip-hop, soul and other genres).
— Oluteren Smith. A popular South African singer whose work combines gospel and secular music.;
— Nonhlanhla Oak. Afropop singer, radio presenter, theater and film actress.
The band will perform the song Home at the contest.
Duc Phuc (Vietnam)
Vietnam's representative at Intervision was one of the most recognizable voices of the country's pop scene, Duc Phuc. He gained popularity after winning the show "The Voice of Vietnam", since then he has quickly conquered the hearts of millions. His music style combines emotional ballads with elements of RnB, EDM and modern pop.
Due to his popularity, he began to actively cooperate with global brands, and in Vietnam itself he is one of the most influential artists.
At the Intervision, Duc Phuc will perform the song "Phudom thien vong" (based on the epic about the legendary hero Thanh Zeng, in whose honor the Hoizeng holiday is held in Vietnam).
Nastya Kravchenko (Belarus)
Nastya Kravchenko studied vocals, violin and dancing since childhood, and later decided to seriously pursue her hobby and enrolled in the Minsk College of Arts in the pop and vocal department. She became widely known after participating in the X-Factor show. Belarus", having reached the superfinal. In November 2024, her first solo concert took place, and in December, her first studio album was released, showing the genre diversity of her music.
Nastya Kravchenko
At Intervision, Nastya will perform the song "Motyl", created in collaboration with composer Nikolai Sosin. The composition is based on Nastya's personal story and symbolizes hope and transformation.
Shokhrukh Ganiev (Uzbekistan)
Shokhrukh Ganiev is a singer, teacher and one of the brightest performers in Uzbekistan. He devoted himself to music from an early age, and the first instrument he learned to play was the doira (a type of tambourine). He graduated from the music college, where he studied the maqam classics of the eastern musical tradition.
Shokhrukh gained the greatest popularity as a performer after winning the Ovoz competition (an analogue of the show "The Voice"). During his career, he participated in many shows and competitions, becoming a prize-winner. His most popular song is Tillo uzuk ("Golden Ring").
Shokhrukh Ganiev
At Intervision, he will perform the song "Milli Therma", a story about love and the worries that a lover experiences in anticipation of a romantic encounter. The composition is an example of a harmonious combination of Uzbek national melodies and modern sound.
Rauhan Malik (India)
The last contestant to perform at Intervision is Rauhan Malik, a composer and producer from Kashmir, India. His songs in a modern musical language tell the story of his hometown.
Rauhan Malik is the co-founder of the Stalwart Music Factory music label and a long-time teacher. His sound attracts fans both at home and abroad and is an organic combination of folk, rock and pop music, through which he conveys musical stories that capture the spirit of Indian culture.
Rauhan Malik
At the competition in Moscow, he will perform the song Ishq ("Love"), which was released in 2024 and has already gained 360 million listeners on the Spotify music service.
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