Eurovision in Vienna is just less than a month away. In the lead-up to the start of rehearsals, we will get to know a bit more about this year’s artists, their discography, and their Eurovision 2026 journey so far. The next artist in this year’s preview is Italy’s Sal da Vinci.
Sal da Vinci’s Eurovision Journey So Far
Sal d Vinci will present the Italian song during the first semi final. He won the right to represent Italy at Eurovision 2026 following his win at the 2026 Sanremo Festival; giving him first right of refusal for the place.
Sal da Vinci’s song for Eurovision 2026 – “Per sempre sì” – was written by Sal himself, as well as Alessandro La Cava, Eugenio Maimone, Francesco Sorrentino, Federica Abbate, and Merk & Kermont.
What do we think of “Per sempre sì”?
The team at That Eurovision Site has reacted to Italy’s entry for Vienna. Nicklas gave his thoughts on “Per sempre sì”, which you can check out below.
Who is Sal da Vinci?
Sal da Vinci is the stage name of Salvatore Michael Sorrentino, a 56-year-old Italian singer and actor born in New York. Growing up in the Mergellina area of Naples, he started his musical journey at a young age, starting to sing at just 6. Throughout the 70s and 80s, he starred in multiple Neopolitan films and theatre productions, with his debut album being released in 1982. In 1995, he performed in front 450,000 people as well as Pope John Paul II. Over the course of his stellar career, he has released 25 different albums.
Italy’s Eurovision Journey
Italy has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest since the very beginning and have always been considered a powerhouse in the contest. The country has won the contest on three occasions in 1964, 1990 and 2021. Italy withdrew after 1997, returning again in 2011 with Raphael Gualazzi who sang ‘Madness Of Love’. Raphael placed second in the 2011 Eurovision Song Contest after scoring 189 points.
Italy’s most recent entry in 2025 was “Volevo essere un duro” by Lucio Corsi. At the close of voting, Italy scored a total of 256 points in the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final, placing 5th. Of these, 159 points came from the juries, whilst the remaining 97 points came from the televote.
What do you think of “Per sempre sì”? Are you excited to see what Sal da Vinci will do in Vienna? As always, let us know what you think by commenting below. Also, be sure to follow “That Eurovision Site” on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Tumblr, Threadsand Blueskyas we gear up for Eurovision 2026!
News Source: That Eurovision Site / Sal da Vinci
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