" There is still hope" , one of the first duets of Alban Skënderaj and Miriam Can, at the Song Festival, more than 10 years ago, was awarded the second prize, although it was thought to be one of the most beautiful songs of that edition. After that year, Albani reduced his participation in music competitions and the reason, because he realized that through them, the singers got a "definition" that he did not like.
Years later, after dozens of hit songs, after dozens of concerts closer to the public and many other successful creations, Albani thinks that participating in festivals, slightly limits the definition of an artist.
Invited tonight "In the Trap of Peter Pan", Albani also explained the reason why he did not participate in festivals anymore: "I say that music is very individual, so gradually the award mentality will be overcome" , - he said, adding that no has turned down festivals because he is used to getting first prizes, but because he looks at music more individually.
In the festival, it is now more difficult, that now there are many good artists and the competition is much higher. I will continue to make my music for you, for the children, for the adults, to make the music and to have direct contact with the public, because when you go to festivals, it becomes a little harder and you get a name as an artist, so you you are the fifth, the third, the first. And when you make music for the public, you are the Albani that people love and listen to at home.
