Benidorm Fest 2027 announces the finalists for its sixth edition
The competition, which will take place from 23 to 30 January, features well-known names such as Vicco, Isabel Aaiún and Ladilla Rusa, among others
Benidorm Fest 2027 has unveiled its final line-up, following the announcement last night of the 18 artists who will compete for the coveted Golden Mermaid trophy. The event took place at Prado del Rey in Madrid, with all the selected singers and groups in attendance. Among the finalists for the sixth edition are familiar names such as Vicco, who took part in the competition’s second edition, Isabel Aaiún and the duo Ladilla Rusa.
The Benidorm-based festival will take place from 23 to 30 January 2027. The first semi-final is scheduled for Tuesday, 26 January, and the second for Thursday, 28 January, with the grand final taking place on Saturday, 30 January, featuring the acts that qualify from the two semi-finals. Previous winners of the event include Chanel, Blanca Paloma, Nebulossa, Melody and the duo Tony Grox and Lucycalys.
More than 1,000 applications were submitted for this edition, with the following artists making the final selection:
Alba Morena, who has already written songs for Ana Torroja and Luz Casal.
Andres Koi, a former member of the band Dvicio.
Bombai, a pop-rock trio who have collaborated with Bebe.
Chema Rivas, a songwriter whose collaborations include Juan Magán and Antonio José.
Dani Dicostas, an indie-pop artist with three albums to his name.
Fran Tuduri, a self-taught musician.
Gale, who has worked with high-profile artists including Shakira, Christina Aguilera, Juanes and Aitana.
Isabel Aaiún, whose song La potra salvaje became the unofficial anthem of the Spanish national football team in 2024.
Ladilla Rusa, known for their pop music infused with social satire.
Merche, the singer behind the hit Abre tu mente.
pipiolas, whose music blends pop, house, techno-pop and punk.
Pablo Nández and Sebastián Llosa, a musical duo.
Rossa, a former contestant on Factor X.
Sara Abad, who competed on OT 2023 and La Voz Kids.
Sev’s, whose sound combines urban music, electronic influences and melodic pop.
Tami Tanako, known for her K-pop choreography.
Vicco, who returns to the competition after participating in its second edition and achieving success with the hit Nochentera.
Tickets for members of the public wishing to attend the festival will go on sale next November.