Overview
- ZDF aired the summer‑party edition live on August 23 from a reportedly sold‑out Dortmunder Westfalenhalle at 20:15, featuring a large cross‑generational lineup.
- Sasha revived his rockabilly alter ego Dick Brave, performed the new single Back For Good, and promoter Semmel Concerts announced a spring 2026 club tour.
- Ross Antony and Giovanni Zarrella sparked a spontaneous Bro’Sis moment by singing I Believe, drawing a strong sing‑along response from the audience.
- Ricchi e Poveri performed as Alessandra Meyer‑Wölden surprised her uncle Angelo Sotgiu on site and introduced her partner during the show environment.
- The broadcast’s celebratory tone coexisted with industry criticism, as G. G. Anderson accused public broadcasters of repetitive guest booking in separate comments.