RTCG, the Montenegrin national broadcaster, have released the rules for Montesong 2025 – their national selection for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, in Vienna.

RTCG have released the rules for Montesong 2025, however a formal call for song submissions have yet to be announced. The date for Montesong 2025 have also yet to be revealed. The rules of Montesong 2025 are:

• Songs must not have been performed or published before September 1st
• Songs must meet the existing rules of the Eurovision Song Contest
• Performers must be citizens of Montenegro
• Songwriters may be from any nation
• Songwriters may submit up to two songs for the selection

Between 12 and 16 songs will compete at Montesong 2025. Within 10 days of the song submission period closing, a committee formed of music creators and performers will select the competing entries. The committee will score the song submissions out of 100. This will comprise of:

• Composition – up to 50 points
• Lyrics – up to 30 points
• Production potential – up to 20 points

Songs need to score a minimum of 75 points from the committee to receive a place in Montesong 2025. The winner of Montesong 2025 will be determined by a combination of expert jury and SMS voting.

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovoix