Muse-X, an Expo Festival organized for the first time not only for Albania but for the entire Balkans, places special emphasis on the artistic community. what is lacking today is not talent, it exists and is abundant but rather the absence of platforms and real opportunities that help artists move forward and access international markets. This is exactly what Muse-X aims to do, to create a space where artists, professionals, and industry players can meet, exchange experiences, and reflect on what more needs to be done to elevate the region's cultural scene to the next level. It is an important moment to consider the role we all must take, state institutions, organizations, and private companies alike in supporting the arts and positioning Albania as a cultural center with regional influence. I hope that Muse-X will become an annual tradition, with growing participation in the years to come.

Today is a truly special and emotional moment for me to be here at the opening of an event that goes beyond the traditional format of a festival or exhibition. Muse-X is a contemporary space where music, art, technology, and youth come together to build a different kind of future. This world is changing at an ever-faster pace, and our youth need real spaces to express themselves, to collaborate, and to pave their own paths to success. Muse-X is exactly that kind of space, a concrete opportunity for young Albanians, as well as young people from around the world working in the music field, to meet professionals, exchange ideas, build partnerships, and be inspired by the best. But above all, it is a call to all young people to belleve in the power of their talent. I enthusiastically welcome this extraordinary initiative. Muse-X is a tangible example of what can happen when passion, vision, and institutional support come together as one. Let this event be a powerful sign for the journey we have begun together, for a more creative Albania, more open to the world, and more empowered by its youth. Congratulations and best of luck to Muse-X, may this be the first of many more editions to come.

I see the greatest hope in the contribution of professionals like you - who bring forward project with real impact on our industry. One of the best and most effective aspects of the Muse-X Festival was precisely this: it connected Albanian artists directly with international industry professionals. That was a major contribution. And it's exactly what we've been missing for years - a gap that has affected not only artistic development but also the overall economy of this industry.

I am deeply grateful for the strong support and collaboration with all Albanian cultural institutions and artists. I am truly impressed by the richness of the cultural scene here and the large number of artistic events taking place. One of the most important cultural events, without a doubt, is the Muse-X Expo Festival, which carries a powerful vision of fostering collaboration and networking among artists and cultural professionals from the Balkans and beyond. The Balkan countries are still in the process of building stronger cultural ties, and Muse-X is designed to support exactly that. Its mission is to unite artists from the region, open new doors, and deepen cross-border collaborations. I'm happy to have had the opportunity to collaborate on this first edition, which brings together numerous musicians, artists, producers, music labels, and promoters from many countries. I firmly believe that music knows no borders, and Muse-X plays a vital role in making that a reality by encouraging open collaboration and helping build a vibrant Balkan music scene. Thanks to the dedication and professionalism of the entire team I had the chance to work closely with over the past few months, I can confidently say that Muse-X and Tirana are becoming a true center of musical activity-creating an important platform for connection and cultural cooperation.

Muse-X, the modern shipyard of the classics. On Sunday, I was invited to perform on the third and final night of this 3-day event, organized at Sheshi Italia by some enthusiastic and tireless individuals, supported-l believe-by Klik Ekspo Group From the moment / agreed to perform with the Musketeers, / understood and believed that this was something very serious, all to the benefit of music and many essential links that connect it to business. It was organized like a fair, with its highlight being the evening concert where many artists and bands took the stage one after another. Meanwhile, the entire space of the former Colonnade was filled with booths, where different businesses promoted a wide variety of services-from musical instruments to "Albautori," for authors' rights. Various panels, foreign and Albanian speakers, exchange of experiences, a friendly and beautiful atmosphere, people with dignity and curiosity — it felt like a small city full of big ideas. Yes, something this beautiful is often needed in Tirana, and not just Tirana; society should breathe through the art and refinement it conveys. I felt very good, I felt free, like I was in my element. enjoyed the whole Sunday and felt only a bit of physical ratigue when I returned nome fate in the evening, because the whole day had passed like an hour. What a joy it is when a person receives positive energy, when everything leaves a sweet aftertaste that doesnt remain just a memory, but becomes a valuable experience. The shift from toxic overload and politics to the puritan freedom of art, the emotional relocation from the Fair of Meaninglessness to the Fair of Simplicity and Education, the hope and enthusiasm of the youth who were everywhere-smiling and relaxed busy but holding hands with loved ones-made me forget both the maturity of age and loved ones made me tol the routine of life, made me feel alive and enjoy it just like they did. I could write so much more here, but it would dilute the concentration of what I felt throughout Sunday. I thank the organizers for the invitation and perhaps in the future, others will join their path too, because we need more art, more love, and more sincerity.

The production was great right across the festival and the commitment to helping realize the potential for music in the Balkan region is admirable.

"Muse-X is great because in one place you can meet with many different players of the Albanian and Balkan music scene, and that is fantastic fo rme because in just 24 hours I have met so many great people.

Had a blast in Albania at Muse-X. Tirana is a perfect location! Looking forward to seeing the music industry continue to rise in the Balkans. Feeling thankful to have been invited to add my thoughts.

Bringing the industry together to share knowledge, collaborate and grow, definitely one great project for Albania.

It was a pleasure and wonderful experience Muse-X and Tirana.

Played last night at Muse-X Expo in Tirana, Albania - what an experience! Truly impressed by the energy of the city and the vision behind the event. Massive thanks to everyone who came and to the organizers for creating such a unique space for music, art an dtechnology.

Thank you, Muse-X for laying the foundation for what I'm sure will become a landmark event in Tirana, and for highlighting the importance of regional cooperation.