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Achille Lauro

© EBU/Nathan Reinds About Quick Facts NameLauro De Marinis Born11 July 1990 Nationality🇮🇹 Italian National SelectionFestival of Sanremo 2019, 2020, 2022, Una voce per San Marino 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongStripper (2022) Biography Achille Lauro, pseudonym of Lauro De Marinis, is an Italian singer-songwriter known for his eclectic musical style and artistic evolution. Lauro was born in Verona and grew up in Rome. At the age of 14, he chose to live with his older brother, Federico, a former producer for the group Quarto Blocco. Under Federico’s guidance, Lauro developed a passion for music and entered the world of underground rap and punk rock. After joining Quarto Blocco, Lauro adopted the stage name Achille Lauro, inspired by the Neapolitan shipowner of the same name. He released his first mixtape, Barabba, in 2012, followed by Harvard, both made available as free downloads. In 2013, Lauro became the leading artist of Quarto Blocco. The following year, he released his first studio album, Achille Idol Immortale (2014), featuring a blend of hip-hop and experimental sounds. Due to its religious references and unorthodox structure, the album stood out from traditional rap albums. Following the success of Achille Idol Immortale, Lauro gained attention with his 2015 EP Young Crazy EP, released under the label Roccia Music. His next album, Dio c’è, released in 2015, continued to explore religious themes while incorporating new musical elements. In 2016, Lauro left Roccia Music to establish his own label, No Face Agency, alongside producer DJ Pitch8. Later that year, he released Ragazzi Madre, an album that further solidified his unique artistic vision. During 2017, he experimented with new styles, collaborating with emerging artists in the Italian rap scene and releasing successful singles like Thoiry RMX, which marked the beginning of his “samba trap” phase. His next album, Pour l’amour (2018), produced in collaboration with Boss Doms, continued this artistic transformation and introduced a more experimental sound. In 2019, Lauro participated in the 69th Sanremo Festival with the song Rolls Royce. Despite mixed jury opinions, the song gained widespread attention. That same year, he published his autobiography, Sono io Amleto. In 2020, Lauro competed again in Sanremo with Me ne frego, finishing in eighth place. He also founded the booking and management agency MK3 and became Chief Creative Director of Elektra Records. That summer, he released his sixth studio album, 1990, featuring covers and reinterpretations of dance hits. This was followed by 1969 – Achille Idol Rebirth, a revamped version of his earlier album. At the end of 2020, he announced 1920 – Achille Lauro & The Untouchable Band, an album inspired by jazz and swing. In 2021, he returned to Sanremo as a special guest, performing theatrical stage acts instead of competing. Later that year, he released Lauro (2021), which featured the hit Mille, a collaboration with Fedez and Orietta Berti that topped the Italian charts. Lauro competed in Sanremo once again in 2022 with Domenica, finishing 14th. He then participated in Una Voce per San Marino, San Marino’s national selection for Eurovision. Winning the competition, he represented San Marino in Eurovision 2022 in Turin with the song Stripper but failed to qualify for the final. Continuing his musical experimentation, Lauro released new singles in 2023 and collaborated with various artists. His work extended beyond music as he embarked on a tour that combined theatrical performances with live concerts. The following year, he announced a new album, Opera, blending orchestral elements with contemporary sounds. His artistic reach expanded through multimedia projects and collaborations with fashion designers, further reinforcing his influence beyond music. A return to the Sanremo Festival marked 2025 as he competed once again with a new song. Meanwhile, MK3 continued to grow under his direction, supporting emerging artists and exploring new creative ventures. His dedication to artistic evolution remained evident through his ongoing projects in music, fashion, and visual arts. Entries Stripper Country🇸🇲 San Marino Year2022 LanguageEnglishItalian LyricsLauro De MarinisDaniele DeziDaniele MungaiDavide PetrellaFrederico De MarinisFrancesco ViscovoSimon Pietro Manzari MusicMattia CutoloMarco LanciottiGregorio CalculliMatteo Ciceroni BackingsGregorio CalculliMarco LanciottiNicola IazziRaffaele LittorioBoss Doms Results Semi Points: 50Position: 14Running order: 7 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/vCmX64N_sXM

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Fabrizio Moro

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts Name Fabrizio Mobrici Born 09 April 1975 Nationality ???????? Italian National Selection Festival di Sanremo 2022 Festival di Sanremo 2018 Festival di Sanremo 2017 In Eurovision 2018 Lisbon Song Non mi avete fatto niente (2018) Biography Fabrizio Moro is an Italian singer and songwriter. In 1996 he released his first single “Per tutta un’altra destinazione”. The first album, “Fabrizio Moro”, was released in 2000, the year in which he participated for the first time at the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani. In 2004, he took part in the Italianos para siempre collection with two songs. Still in the same year, the single “Eppure pretendevi di essere chiamata amore” was released and took part in the Fandango festival. In 2005 the single “Ci vuole un business” was released. The song was used by the Italian Red Cross for their social campaigns. It was also included in Moro’s second album, released in the same year. In 2007 he participated in the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani with the song “Pensa”, dedicated to the victims of the mafia. In March 2007 his third studio album “Pensa” was released, certified platinum as was the single with the sem titel. In the same year he was awarded the Lunezia Prize. Subsequently the single “Parole rumori e giorni” was released, the video of which brought him the Rome Videoclip 2007 award. Also in the summer of 2007 Fabrizio presented his new album live in some summer events. He opened at concerts on the tour of Vasco Rossi. He also took part in Festivalbar 2007. In 2008 Moro participated in the Festival di Sanremo. Shortly after the festival, his fourth album “Domani” was released. One of the singles, “Libero” was used as the soundtrack of of the TV series I liceali. In 2010 he took part in  the Festival di Sanremo with the song “Non è una canzone”. His sixth album “Ancora Barabba” was released in the same year. In the summer of 2010, Moro made a tour throughout Italy.  A new album followed in 2011, DVD and double CD “Atlantico Live”. The song is also the final theme of the documentary 148 Stefano monstri. Apart from his own work, he also wrote a song for Noemi for the Festival of Sanremo. In 2013 he collaborated with the indie rock group Il Parto delle Nuvole Pesanti. He also wrote songs for Emma Marone’s new album. On May 23, 2014 he performed in Piazza San Giovanni in Rome for the closure of the election campaign for the European elections of the 5 Star Movement.  In June 2015 the singer participated in the third edition of the Summer Festival with the song “Alessandra sarà sempre più bella”. Moro played the role of a professor in the 2015 television broadcast Amici di Maria De Filippi. In 2016, he took part in the Festival di Sanremo again, now writing a song for Valerio Scanu. On 1st May 2016 he took part in the May 1st Concert. A year later, he took part in the Festival di Sanremo himself with the song “Portami via”. Together with Ermal Meta, Moro took part in the festival of San Remo 2018 with the song “Non mi avete fatto niente”. The song won the first prize in San Remo. When asked to represent Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest, the two decided to say yes. On June 16, 2018 he held his first concert at the Olympic Stadium in Rome, which was attended by about 20,000 spectators. April 12, 2019 marks the return of Fabrizio Moro with his tenth album “Figli di nessuno”, followed by the single “Ho bisogno di credere”.In June the single “Figli di nessuno (amianto)” was released, followed in August by “Per me”. At the end of the year, Fabrizio visited Italy with the Figli di nessuno tour. On May 22, 2020 Moro released a new version of the 2008 single “Il senso di ogni cosa”. On November 20, the “Canzoni d’amore nascoste” collection album was released, a selection of songs recorded, for the most part, in Moro’s early career presented in a completely new guise, as well as two unpublished ones. At the same time the single “Melodia di giugno” was released. On February 16, 2021, the single “Voglio stare con te” was extracted from the collection. In February 2022 he took part in the Festival di Sanremo with the song “Sei tu”, with which he ranks 12th. This is followed by the release of the EP “La mia voce” and his first film, Ghiaccio. On 13 May the second excerpt from the EP, “Oggi”, was released. Entries Non Mi Avete Fatto Niente Country ???????? Italy Year 2018 Language Italian Lyrics Ermal Meta Fabrizio Moro Andrea Febo Music Ermal Meta Fabrizio Moro Andrea Febo Backings Roberto Maccaroni Abdrea Vigentini Results Semi Points: – Position: – Running order: – Results Finals Points: 308 Position: 5 Running order: 26

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Guy Sebastian

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NameGuy Theodore Sebastian Born26 October 1981 Nationality🇦🇺 Australian National SelectionInternal Selection 2015 In Eurovision2015 Vienna SongTonight Again (2015) Biography Guy Theodore Sebastian AM, born on October 26, 1981, is an acclaimed Australian singer who rose to fame as the winner of the inaugural season of Australian Idol in 2003. He later served as a judge on Australia’s The X Factor from 2010 to 2012 and again from 2015 to 2016. Currently, he is a coach on The Voice Australia since 2019. Sebastian also represented Australia at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest, securing a respectable fifth-place finish. Sebastian’s musical journey has been marked by great success, with ten of his albums reaching the top ten charts, including three that claimed the number one spot. His first seven albums achieved either platinum or multi-platinum certification, demonstrating their popularity among fans. Furthermore, he has attained an impressive twenty-three top twenty singles, with fourteen of them entering the top ten, including six number one hits. Remarkably, Sebastian holds the record as the only Australian male artist to achieve six number one singles, placing him third overall among all Australian acts. His exceptional accomplishments include ten multi-platinum certified singles, with the remarkable “Battle Scars” earning an impressive 12× platinum certification. Notably, his debut single “Angels Brought Me Here” was the highest-selling song in Australia from 2000 to 2009, showcasing his immense popularity during that decade. Sebastian’s outstanding achievements have earned him a staggering total of 69 platinum and seven gold certifications, making him the Australian Idol contestant with the highest certifications and sales, surpassing all others. Beyond his domestic success, Sebastian has collaborated with prominent American musicians such as Brian McKnight, Robin Thicke, Steve Cropper, John Mayer, Jordin Sparks, Eve, and Lupe Fiasco. His collaboration with Fiasco on the song “Battle Scars” enjoyed considerable success, spending 20 weeks on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and achieving platinum certification. Additionally, the song reached number two in Norway and New Zealand. Sebastian has also made an impact in New Zealand, with an album and six singles reaching the top ten charts, including two number one hits. He has earned six platinum and three gold certifications in New Zealand. In 2015, his Eurovision song charted in the top 50 in five European countries, further expanding his international recognition. Sebastian’s outstanding talent and contributions to the music industry have garnered him numerous accolades. He has been nominated for 34 ARIA Awards, ultimately winning seven, including categories such as Best Pop Release and Best Live Act. Other notable awards include the APRA Urban Work of the Year, the [V] Oz Artist of the Year, Urban Music Awards for Best Male Artist and Best R&B Album, as well as an International Songwriting Competition award for “Battle Scars.” Sebastian has had the honor of performing at prestigious events, including appearances for Pope Benedict XVI, Oprah Winfrey, and Queen Elizabeth II. Furthermore, he demonstrates a strong commitment to charity and has previously served as an ambassador for World Vision Australia and the Australian Red Cross. Together with his wife Jules, Sebastian established The Sebastian Foundation, aiming to make a positive impact through charitable initiatives. In recognition of his significant contributions to music and charity, Sebastian was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours. In October 2020, Guy Sebastian released his ninth studio album titled “T.R.U.T.H.” The album made an impressive debut by reaching the number one position on the ARIA charts, marking Sebastian’s third album to achieve this milestone in his career. Additionally, “T.R.U.T.H.” has been certified gold, attesting to its commercial success and popularity among listeners. Furthermore, Sebastian’s music video for the song “Standing With You” was honored with an ARIA Award for Best Video at the 2020 ARIA Music Awards, acknowledging the visual excellence and artistic merit of the production. Entries Song Title Country🇦🇺 Australia Year2015 LanguageEnglish LyricsGuy SebastianDavid Ryan HarrisLouis Schoorl MusicGuy SebastianDavid Ryan HarrisLouis Schoorl BackingsCarmen SmithAaron MarcellusBrandon WinbushDevin Michaei Results Semi Points: –Position: –Running order: – Results Finals Points: 196Position: 5Running order: 12 https://youtu.be/H0EhhZWXTng

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Achille Lauro

© EBU/Nathan Reinds About Quick Facts NameLauro De Marinis Born11 July 1990 Nationality🇮🇹 Italian National SelectionFestival of Sanremo 2019, 2020, 2022, Una voce per San Marino 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongStripper (2022) Biography Achille Lauro, pseudonym of Lauro De Marinis, is an Italian singer-songwriter known for his eclectic musical style and artistic evolution. Lauro was born in Verona and grew up in Rome. At the age of 14, he chose to live with his older brother, Federico, a former producer for the group Quarto Blocco. Under Federico’s guidance, Lauro developed a passion for music and entered the world of underground rap and punk rock. After joining Quarto Blocco, Lauro adopted the stage name Achille Lauro, inspired by the Neapolitan shipowner of the same name. He released his first mixtape, Barabba, in 2012, followed by Harvard, both made available as free downloads. In 2013, Lauro became the leading artist of Quarto Blocco. The following year, he released his first studio album, Achille Idol Immortale (2014), featuring a blend of hip-hop and experimental sounds. Due to its religious references and unorthodox structure, the album stood out from traditional rap albums. Following the success of Achille Idol Immortale, Lauro gained attention with his 2015 EP Young Crazy EP, released under the label Roccia Music. His next album, Dio c’è, released in 2015, continued to explore religious themes while incorporating new musical elements. In 2016, Lauro left Roccia Music to establish his own label, No Face Agency, alongside producer DJ Pitch8. Later that year, he released Ragazzi Madre, an album that further solidified his unique artistic vision. During 2017, he experimented with new styles, collaborating with emerging artists in the Italian rap scene and releasing successful singles like Thoiry RMX, which marked the beginning of his “samba trap” phase. His next album, Pour l’amour (2018), produced in collaboration with Boss Doms, continued this artistic transformation and introduced a more experimental sound. In 2019, Lauro participated in the 69th Sanremo Festival with the song Rolls Royce. Despite mixed jury opinions, the song gained widespread attention. That same year, he published his autobiography, Sono io Amleto. In 2020, Lauro competed again in Sanremo with Me ne frego, finishing in eighth place. He also founded the booking and management agency MK3 and became Chief Creative Director of Elektra Records. That summer, he released his sixth studio album, 1990, featuring covers and reinterpretations of dance hits. This was followed by 1969 – Achille Idol Rebirth, a revamped version of his earlier album. At the end of 2020, he announced 1920 – Achille Lauro & The Untouchable Band, an album inspired by jazz and swing. In 2021, he returned to Sanremo as a special guest, performing theatrical stage acts instead of competing. Later that year, he released Lauro (2021), which featured the hit Mille, a collaboration with Fedez and Orietta Berti that topped the Italian charts. Lauro competed in Sanremo once again in 2022 with Domenica, finishing 14th. He then participated in Una Voce per San Marino, San Marino’s national selection for Eurovision. Winning the competition, he represented San Marino in Eurovision 2022 in Turin with the song Stripper but failed to qualify for the final. Continuing his musical experimentation, Lauro released new singles in 2023 and collaborated with various artists. His work extended beyond music as he embarked on a tour that combined theatrical performances with live concerts. The following year, he announced a new album, Opera, blending orchestral elements with contemporary sounds. His artistic reach expanded through multimedia projects and collaborations with fashion designers, further reinforcing his influence beyond music. A return to the Sanremo Festival marked 2025 as he competed once again with a new song. Meanwhile, MK3 continued to grow under his direction, supporting emerging artists and exploring new creative ventures. His dedication to artistic evolution remained evident through his ongoing projects in music, fashion, and visual arts. Entries Stripper Country🇸🇲 San Marino Year2022 LanguageEnglishItalian LyricsLauro De MarinisDaniele DeziDaniele MungaiDavide PetrellaFrederico De MarinisFrancesco ViscovoSimon Pietro Manzari MusicMattia CutoloMarco LanciottiGregorio CalculliMatteo Ciceroni BackingsGregorio CalculliMarco LanciottiNicola IazziRaffaele LittorioBoss Doms Results Semi Points: 50Position: 14Running order: 7 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/vCmX64N_sXM

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Fabrizio Moro

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts Name Fabrizio Mobrici Born 09 April 1975 Nationality ???????? Italian National Selection Festival di Sanremo 2022 Festival di Sanremo 2018 Festival di Sanremo 2017 In Eurovision 2018 Lisbon Song Non mi avete fatto niente (2018) Biography Fabrizio Moro is an Italian singer and songwriter. In 1996 he released his first single “Per tutta un’altra destinazione”. The first album, “Fabrizio Moro”, was released in 2000, the year in which he participated for the first time at the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani. In 2004, he took part in the Italianos para siempre collection with two songs. Still in the same year, the single “Eppure pretendevi di essere chiamata amore” was released and took part in the Fandango festival. In 2005 the single “Ci vuole un business” was released. The song was used by the Italian Red Cross for their social campaigns. It was also included in Moro’s second album, released in the same year. In 2007 he participated in the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani with the song “Pensa”, dedicated to the victims of the mafia. In March 2007 his third studio album “Pensa” was released, certified platinum as was the single with the sem titel. In the same year he was awarded the Lunezia Prize. Subsequently the single “Parole rumori e giorni” was released, the video of which brought him the Rome Videoclip 2007 award. Also in the summer of 2007 Fabrizio presented his new album live in some summer events. He opened at concerts on the tour of Vasco Rossi. He also took part in Festivalbar 2007. In 2008 Moro participated in the Festival di Sanremo. Shortly after the festival, his fourth album “Domani” was released. One of the singles, “Libero” was used as the soundtrack of of the TV series I liceali. In 2010 he took part in  the Festival di Sanremo with the song “Non è una canzone”. His sixth album “Ancora Barabba” was released in the same year. In the summer of 2010, Moro made a tour throughout Italy.  A new album followed in 2011, DVD and double CD “Atlantico Live”. The song is also the final theme of the documentary 148 Stefano monstri. Apart from his own work, he also wrote a song for Noemi for the Festival of Sanremo. In 2013 he collaborated with the indie rock group Il Parto delle Nuvole Pesanti. He also wrote songs for Emma Marone’s new album. On May 23, 2014 he performed in Piazza San Giovanni in Rome for the closure of the election campaign for the European elections of the 5 Star Movement.  In June 2015 the singer participated in the third edition of the Summer Festival with the song “Alessandra sarà sempre più bella”. Moro played the role of a professor in the 2015 television broadcast Amici di Maria De Filippi. In 2016, he took part in the Festival di Sanremo again, now writing a song for Valerio Scanu. On 1st May 2016 he took part in the May 1st Concert. A year later, he took part in the Festival di Sanremo himself with the song “Portami via”. Together with Ermal Meta, Moro took part in the festival of San Remo 2018 with the song “Non mi avete fatto niente”. The song won the first prize in San Remo. When asked to represent Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest, the two decided to say yes. On June 16, 2018 he held his first concert at the Olympic Stadium in Rome, which was attended by about 20,000 spectators. April 12, 2019 marks the return of Fabrizio Moro with his tenth album “Figli di nessuno”, followed by the single “Ho bisogno di credere”.In June the single “Figli di nessuno (amianto)” was released, followed in August by “Per me”. At the end of the year, Fabrizio visited Italy with the Figli di nessuno tour. On May 22, 2020 Moro released a new version of the 2008 single “Il senso di ogni cosa”. On November 20, the “Canzoni d’amore nascoste” collection album was released, a selection of songs recorded, for the most part, in Moro’s early career presented in a completely new guise, as well as two unpublished ones. At the same time the single “Melodia di giugno” was released. On February 16, 2021, the single “Voglio stare con te” was extracted from the collection. In February 2022 he took part in the Festival di Sanremo with the song “Sei tu”, with which he ranks 12th. This is followed by the release of the EP “La mia voce” and his first film, Ghiaccio. On 13 May the second excerpt from the EP, “Oggi”, was released. Entries Non Mi Avete Fatto Niente Country ???????? Italy Year 2018 Language Italian Lyrics Ermal Meta Fabrizio Moro Andrea Febo Music Ermal Meta Fabrizio Moro Andrea Febo Backings Roberto Maccaroni Abdrea Vigentini Results Semi Points: – Position: – Running order: – Results Finals Points: 308 Position: 5 Running order: 26

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Guy Sebastian

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NameGuy Theodore Sebastian Born26 October 1981 Nationality🇦🇺 Australian National SelectionInternal Selection 2015 In Eurovision2015 Vienna SongTonight Again (2015) Biography Guy Theodore Sebastian AM, born on October 26, 1981, is an acclaimed Australian singer who rose to fame as the winner of the inaugural season of Australian Idol in 2003. He later served as a judge on Australia’s The X Factor from 2010 to 2012 and again from 2015 to 2016. Currently, he is a coach on The Voice Australia since 2019. Sebastian also represented Australia at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest, securing a respectable fifth-place finish. Sebastian’s musical journey has been marked by great success, with ten of his albums reaching the top ten charts, including three that claimed the number one spot. His first seven albums achieved either platinum or multi-platinum certification, demonstrating their popularity among fans. Furthermore, he has attained an impressive twenty-three top twenty singles, with fourteen of them entering the top ten, including six number one hits. Remarkably, Sebastian holds the record as the only Australian male artist to achieve six number one singles, placing him third overall among all Australian acts. His exceptional accomplishments include ten multi-platinum certified singles, with the remarkable “Battle Scars” earning an impressive 12× platinum certification. Notably, his debut single “Angels Brought Me Here” was the highest-selling song in Australia from 2000 to 2009, showcasing his immense popularity during that decade. Sebastian’s outstanding achievements have earned him a staggering total of 69 platinum and seven gold certifications, making him the Australian Idol contestant with the highest certifications and sales, surpassing all others. Beyond his domestic success, Sebastian has collaborated with prominent American musicians such as Brian McKnight, Robin Thicke, Steve Cropper, John Mayer, Jordin Sparks, Eve, and Lupe Fiasco. His collaboration with Fiasco on the song “Battle Scars” enjoyed considerable success, spending 20 weeks on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and achieving platinum certification. Additionally, the song reached number two in Norway and New Zealand. Sebastian has also made an impact in New Zealand, with an album and six singles reaching the top ten charts, including two number one hits. He has earned six platinum and three gold certifications in New Zealand. In 2015, his Eurovision song charted in the top 50 in five European countries, further expanding his international recognition. Sebastian’s outstanding talent and contributions to the music industry have garnered him numerous accolades. He has been nominated for 34 ARIA Awards, ultimately winning seven, including categories such as Best Pop Release and Best Live Act. Other notable awards include the APRA Urban Work of the Year, the [V] Oz Artist of the Year, Urban Music Awards for Best Male Artist and Best R&B Album, as well as an International Songwriting Competition award for “Battle Scars.” Sebastian has had the honor of performing at prestigious events, including appearances for Pope Benedict XVI, Oprah Winfrey, and Queen Elizabeth II. Furthermore, he demonstrates a strong commitment to charity and has previously served as an ambassador for World Vision Australia and the Australian Red Cross. Together with his wife Jules, Sebastian established The Sebastian Foundation, aiming to make a positive impact through charitable initiatives. In recognition of his significant contributions to music and charity, Sebastian was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours. In October 2020, Guy Sebastian released his ninth studio album titled “T.R.U.T.H.” The album made an impressive debut by reaching the number one position on the ARIA charts, marking Sebastian’s third album to achieve this milestone in his career. Additionally, “T.R.U.T.H.” has been certified gold, attesting to its commercial success and popularity among listeners. Furthermore, Sebastian’s music video for the song “Standing With You” was honored with an ARIA Award for Best Video at the 2020 ARIA Music Awards, acknowledging the visual excellence and artistic merit of the production. Entries Song Title Country🇦🇺 Australia Year2015 LanguageEnglish LyricsGuy SebastianDavid Ryan HarrisLouis Schoorl MusicGuy SebastianDavid Ryan HarrisLouis Schoorl BackingsCarmen SmithAaron MarcellusBrandon WinbushDevin Michaei Results Semi Points: –Position: –Running order: – Results Finals Points: 196Position: 5Running order: 12 https://youtu.be/H0EhhZWXTng

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Achille Lauro

© EBU/Nathan Reinds About Quick Facts NameLauro De Marinis Born11 July 1990 Nationality🇮🇹 Italian National SelectionFestival of Sanremo 2019, 2020, 2022, Una voce per San Marino 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongStripper (2022) Biography Achille Lauro, pseudonym of Lauro De Marinis, is an Italian singer-songwriter known for his eclectic musical style and artistic evolution. Lauro was born in Verona and grew up in Rome. At the age of 14, he chose to live with his older brother, Federico, a former producer for the group Quarto Blocco. Under Federico’s guidance, Lauro developed a passion for music and entered the world of underground rap and punk rock. After joining Quarto Blocco, Lauro adopted the stage name Achille Lauro, inspired by the Neapolitan shipowner of the same name. He released his first mixtape, Barabba, in 2012, followed by Harvard, both made available as free downloads. In 2013, Lauro became the leading artist of Quarto Blocco. The following year, he released his first studio album, Achille Idol Immortale (2014), featuring a blend of hip-hop and experimental sounds. Due to its religious references and unorthodox structure, the album stood out from traditional rap albums. Following the success of Achille Idol Immortale, Lauro gained attention with his 2015 EP Young Crazy EP, released under the label Roccia Music. His next album, Dio c’è, released in 2015, continued to explore religious themes while incorporating new musical elements. In 2016, Lauro left Roccia Music to establish his own label, No Face Agency, alongside producer DJ Pitch8. Later that year, he released Ragazzi Madre, an album that further solidified his unique artistic vision. During 2017, he experimented with new styles, collaborating with emerging artists in the Italian rap scene and releasing successful singles like Thoiry RMX, which marked the beginning of his “samba trap” phase. His next album, Pour l’amour (2018), produced in collaboration with Boss Doms, continued this artistic transformation and introduced a more experimental sound. In 2019, Lauro participated in the 69th Sanremo Festival with the song Rolls Royce. Despite mixed jury opinions, the song gained widespread attention. That same year, he published his autobiography, Sono io Amleto. In 2020, Lauro competed again in Sanremo with Me ne frego, finishing in eighth place. He also founded the booking and management agency MK3 and became Chief Creative Director of Elektra Records. That summer, he released his sixth studio album, 1990, featuring covers and reinterpretations of dance hits. This was followed by 1969 – Achille Idol Rebirth, a revamped version of his earlier album. At the end of 2020, he announced 1920 – Achille Lauro & The Untouchable Band, an album inspired by jazz and swing. In 2021, he returned to Sanremo as a special guest, performing theatrical stage acts instead of competing. Later that year, he released Lauro (2021), which featured the hit Mille, a collaboration with Fedez and Orietta Berti that topped the Italian charts. Lauro competed in Sanremo once again in 2022 with Domenica, finishing 14th. He then participated in Una Voce per San Marino, San Marino’s national selection for Eurovision. Winning the competition, he represented San Marino in Eurovision 2022 in Turin with the song Stripper but failed to qualify for the final. Continuing his musical experimentation, Lauro released new singles in 2023 and collaborated with various artists. His work extended beyond music as he embarked on a tour that combined theatrical performances with live concerts. The following year, he announced a new album, Opera, blending orchestral elements with contemporary sounds. His artistic reach expanded through multimedia projects and collaborations with fashion designers, further reinforcing his influence beyond music. A return to the Sanremo Festival marked 2025 as he competed once again with a new song. Meanwhile, MK3 continued to grow under his direction, supporting emerging artists and exploring new creative ventures. His dedication to artistic evolution remained evident through his ongoing projects in music, fashion, and visual arts. Entries Stripper Country🇸🇲 San Marino Year2022 LanguageEnglishItalian LyricsLauro De MarinisDaniele DeziDaniele MungaiDavide PetrellaFrederico De MarinisFrancesco ViscovoSimon Pietro Manzari MusicMattia CutoloMarco LanciottiGregorio CalculliMatteo Ciceroni BackingsGregorio CalculliMarco LanciottiNicola IazziRaffaele LittorioBoss Doms Results Semi Points: 50Position: 14Running order: 7 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/vCmX64N_sXM

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Fabrizio Moro

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts Name Fabrizio Mobrici Born 09 April 1975 Nationality ???????? Italian National Selection Festival di Sanremo 2022 Festival di Sanremo 2018 Festival di Sanremo 2017 In Eurovision 2018 Lisbon Song Non mi avete fatto niente (2018) Biography Fabrizio Moro is an Italian singer and songwriter. In 1996 he released his first single “Per tutta un’altra destinazione”. The first album, “Fabrizio Moro”, was released in 2000, the year in which he participated for the first time at the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani. In 2004, he took part in the Italianos para siempre collection with two songs. Still in the same year, the single “Eppure pretendevi di essere chiamata amore” was released and took part in the Fandango festival. In 2005 the single “Ci vuole un business” was released. The song was used by the Italian Red Cross for their social campaigns. It was also included in Moro’s second album, released in the same year. In 2007 he participated in the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani with the song “Pensa”, dedicated to the victims of the mafia. In March 2007 his third studio album “Pensa” was released, certified platinum as was the single with the sem titel. In the same year he was awarded the Lunezia Prize. Subsequently the single “Parole rumori e giorni” was released, the video of which brought him the Rome Videoclip 2007 award. Also in the summer of 2007 Fabrizio presented his new album live in some summer events. He opened at concerts on the tour of Vasco Rossi. He also took part in Festivalbar 2007. In 2008 Moro participated in the Festival di Sanremo. Shortly after the festival, his fourth album “Domani” was released. One of the singles, “Libero” was used as the soundtrack of of the TV series I liceali. In 2010 he took part in  the Festival di Sanremo with the song “Non è una canzone”. His sixth album “Ancora Barabba” was released in the same year. In the summer of 2010, Moro made a tour throughout Italy.  A new album followed in 2011, DVD and double CD “Atlantico Live”. The song is also the final theme of the documentary 148 Stefano monstri. Apart from his own work, he also wrote a song for Noemi for the Festival of Sanremo. In 2013 he collaborated with the indie rock group Il Parto delle Nuvole Pesanti. He also wrote songs for Emma Marone’s new album. On May 23, 2014 he performed in Piazza San Giovanni in Rome for the closure of the election campaign for the European elections of the 5 Star Movement.  In June 2015 the singer participated in the third edition of the Summer Festival with the song “Alessandra sarà sempre più bella”. Moro played the role of a professor in the 2015 television broadcast Amici di Maria De Filippi. In 2016, he took part in the Festival di Sanremo again, now writing a song for Valerio Scanu. On 1st May 2016 he took part in the May 1st Concert. A year later, he took part in the Festival di Sanremo himself with the song “Portami via”. Together with Ermal Meta, Moro took part in the festival of San Remo 2018 with the song “Non mi avete fatto niente”. The song won the first prize in San Remo. When asked to represent Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest, the two decided to say yes. On June 16, 2018 he held his first concert at the Olympic Stadium in Rome, which was attended by about 20,000 spectators. April 12, 2019 marks the return of Fabrizio Moro with his tenth album “Figli di nessuno”, followed by the single “Ho bisogno di credere”.In June the single “Figli di nessuno (amianto)” was released, followed in August by “Per me”. At the end of the year, Fabrizio visited Italy with the Figli di nessuno tour. On May 22, 2020 Moro released a new version of the 2008 single “Il senso di ogni cosa”. On November 20, the “Canzoni d’amore nascoste” collection album was released, a selection of songs recorded, for the most part, in Moro’s early career presented in a completely new guise, as well as two unpublished ones. At the same time the single “Melodia di giugno” was released. On February 16, 2021, the single “Voglio stare con te” was extracted from the collection. In February 2022 he took part in the Festival di Sanremo with the song “Sei tu”, with which he ranks 12th. This is followed by the release of the EP “La mia voce” and his first film, Ghiaccio. On 13 May the second excerpt from the EP, “Oggi”, was released. Entries Non Mi Avete Fatto Niente Country ???????? Italy Year 2018 Language Italian Lyrics Ermal Meta Fabrizio Moro Andrea Febo Music Ermal Meta Fabrizio Moro Andrea Febo Backings Roberto Maccaroni Abdrea Vigentini Results Semi Points: – Position: – Running order: – Results Finals Points: 308 Position: 5 Running order: 26

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Guy Sebastian

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NameGuy Theodore Sebastian Born26 October 1981 Nationality🇦🇺 Australian National SelectionInternal Selection 2015 In Eurovision2015 Vienna SongTonight Again (2015) Biography Guy Theodore Sebastian AM, born on October 26, 1981, is an acclaimed Australian singer who rose to fame as the winner of the inaugural season of Australian Idol in 2003. He later served as a judge on Australia’s The X Factor from 2010 to 2012 and again from 2015 to 2016. Currently, he is a coach on The Voice Australia since 2019. Sebastian also represented Australia at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest, securing a respectable fifth-place finish. Sebastian’s musical journey has been marked by great success, with ten of his albums reaching the top ten charts, including three that claimed the number one spot. His first seven albums achieved either platinum or multi-platinum certification, demonstrating their popularity among fans. Furthermore, he has attained an impressive twenty-three top twenty singles, with fourteen of them entering the top ten, including six number one hits. Remarkably, Sebastian holds the record as the only Australian male artist to achieve six number one singles, placing him third overall among all Australian acts. His exceptional accomplishments include ten multi-platinum certified singles, with the remarkable “Battle Scars” earning an impressive 12× platinum certification. Notably, his debut single “Angels Brought Me Here” was the highest-selling song in Australia from 2000 to 2009, showcasing his immense popularity during that decade. Sebastian’s outstanding achievements have earned him a staggering total of 69 platinum and seven gold certifications, making him the Australian Idol contestant with the highest certifications and sales, surpassing all others. Beyond his domestic success, Sebastian has collaborated with prominent American musicians such as Brian McKnight, Robin Thicke, Steve Cropper, John Mayer, Jordin Sparks, Eve, and Lupe Fiasco. His collaboration with Fiasco on the song “Battle Scars” enjoyed considerable success, spending 20 weeks on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and achieving platinum certification. Additionally, the song reached number two in Norway and New Zealand. Sebastian has also made an impact in New Zealand, with an album and six singles reaching the top ten charts, including two number one hits. He has earned six platinum and three gold certifications in New Zealand. In 2015, his Eurovision song charted in the top 50 in five European countries, further expanding his international recognition. Sebastian’s outstanding talent and contributions to the music industry have garnered him numerous accolades. He has been nominated for 34 ARIA Awards, ultimately winning seven, including categories such as Best Pop Release and Best Live Act. Other notable awards include the APRA Urban Work of the Year, the [V] Oz Artist of the Year, Urban Music Awards for Best Male Artist and Best R&B Album, as well as an International Songwriting Competition award for “Battle Scars.” Sebastian has had the honor of performing at prestigious events, including appearances for Pope Benedict XVI, Oprah Winfrey, and Queen Elizabeth II. Furthermore, he demonstrates a strong commitment to charity and has previously served as an ambassador for World Vision Australia and the Australian Red Cross. Together with his wife Jules, Sebastian established The Sebastian Foundation, aiming to make a positive impact through charitable initiatives. In recognition of his significant contributions to music and charity, Sebastian was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours. In October 2020, Guy Sebastian released his ninth studio album titled “T.R.U.T.H.” The album made an impressive debut by reaching the number one position on the ARIA charts, marking Sebastian’s third album to achieve this milestone in his career. Additionally, “T.R.U.T.H.” has been certified gold, attesting to its commercial success and popularity among listeners. Furthermore, Sebastian’s music video for the song “Standing With You” was honored with an ARIA Award for Best Video at the 2020 ARIA Music Awards, acknowledging the visual excellence and artistic merit of the production. Entries Song Title Country🇦🇺 Australia Year2015 LanguageEnglish LyricsGuy SebastianDavid Ryan HarrisLouis Schoorl MusicGuy SebastianDavid Ryan HarrisLouis Schoorl BackingsCarmen SmithAaron MarcellusBrandon WinbushDevin Michaei Results Semi Points: –Position: –Running order: – Results Finals Points: 196Position: 5Running order: 12 https://youtu.be/H0EhhZWXTng

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Achille Lauro

© EBU/Nathan Reinds About Quick Facts NameLauro De Marinis Born11 July 1990 Nationality🇮🇹 Italian National SelectionFestival of Sanremo 2019, 2020, 2022, Una voce per San Marino 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongStripper (2022) Biography Achille Lauro, pseudonym of Lauro De Marinis, is an Italian singer-songwriter known for his eclectic musical style and artistic evolution. Lauro was born in Verona and grew up in Rome. At the age of 14, he chose to live with his older brother, Federico, a former producer for the group Quarto Blocco. Under Federico’s guidance, Lauro developed a passion for music and entered the world of underground rap

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Fabrizio Moro

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts Name Fabrizio Mobrici Born 09 April 1975 Nationality ???????? Italian National Selection Festival di Sanremo 2022 Festival di Sanremo 2018 Festival di Sanremo 2017 In Eurovision 2018 Lisbon Song Non mi avete fatto niente (2018) Biography Fabrizio Moro is an Italian singer and songwriter. In 1996 he released his first single “Per tutta un’altra destinazione”. The first album, “Fabrizio Moro”, was released in 2000, the year in which he participated for the first time at the Festival di Sanremo in the section Giovani. In 2004, he took part in the Italianos para siempre collection with

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Guy Sebastian

© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NameGuy Theodore Sebastian Born26 October 1981 Nationality🇦🇺 Australian National SelectionInternal Selection 2015 In Eurovision2015 Vienna SongTonight Again (2015) Biography Guy Theodore Sebastian AM, born on October 26, 1981, is an acclaimed Australian singer who rose to fame as the winner of the inaugural season of Australian Idol in 2003. He later served as a judge on Australia’s The X Factor from 2010 to 2012 and again from 2015 to 2016. Currently, he is a coach on The Voice Australia since 2019. Sebastian also represented Australia at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest, securing a respectable fifth-place

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