Stefan Raab and ProSieben will host their own alternative Eurovision on May 16th.

Raab himself participated in the Eurovision as a performer in 2000, as a songwriter in 1998 and 2004, and was the organizer of the German selection for the contest in 2004, 2010-2012. He is also known for his own television projects, including Bundesvision competition.

The format of Raab’s new project “FREE EUROPEAN SONG CONTEST” #FreeESC will be announced later.

Stefan Raab: “Music connects many people to each other, especially in difficult times. This is the birth of a new, free European song competition. This is the birth of the ‘FREE EUROPEAN SONG CONTEST’. Special challenges need special solutions. This evening Europe comes together in a special, unique way.”

ProSieben boss Daniel Rosemann: “Stefan Raab loves music. Stefan Raab loves the European idea. We are happy about the great opportunity to live and celebrate Europe in these times with a new music competition. We look forward to the ‘FREE EUROPEAN SONG CONTEST”

ProSieben will broadcast the “FREE EUROPEAN SONG CONTEST” live from Cologne on Saturday, May 16, 2020, at 8:15 p.m. The show is produced by Stefan Raab. All current legal requirements and the requirements of the health authorities will be met during production.