RTP1 premieres the musical talent program tonight. Mentors promise to encourage participants. JN spoke with Marisa Liz, Aurea and Diogo Piçarra.

“The Voice Portugal” returns today to the Sunday evenings of RTP1. The talent program, which launches by names like Fernando Daniel or Luís Trigacheiro, and which gave Rui Drummond a second chance, continues to be presented by Catarina Furtado and Vasco Palmeirim. Those responsible for deciding who wins or loses are the musicians António Zambujo, Marisa Liz, Diogo Piçarra and Aurea.

The four mentors will be confronted with dramatic life stories, like that of Ava, who left Iran three years ago with the hope of being free and doing what she loves most: singing.

“The balance is always positive. They are always incredible voices. And this year is no exception”, guarantees Diogo Piçarra to JN. Just before, he had been playing with Aurea, who is behind the scenes of the program recorded at Herdade da Barroca d “Alva, in Alcochete.” I would be really happy if you won. For the time you’ve been here, I think you deserved it, “said the musician.

“We have incredible moments, not only in the performances, but also in the post-performance, with super funny competitors and fantastic life stories”, says Aurea, while complaining about her high heels: “I have blistered feet and a sprained foot left “.

“Even when they don’t pass, the participants surprise us with their ‘fair play’. People are more mature and there are many who study music and already make a living,” recalls the musician. Aurea referring that competitors already know what they are going to do. “People are already used to this format and understand that we treat everyone with the same respect and equality. And, whether or not, people always deserve a word of affection, encouragement, security, so that again.”

On the other side of the studio, JN meets Marisa Liz. A vocalist from the band Amor Electro admits an expectation. “We never know what’s going to happen. It seems almost impossible to have so much talent, but we’ve had this conversation for years, guys!”, he jokes. “It seems like people come out from under the rocks with this talent. I think everyone comes out in a specific storehouse of talent,” adds Marisa Liz, smiling. “We have wonderful moments of music and there are people we’ve never had here. In addition to dreams, we already have people working to make it happen.” The artist complements an idea: “These are people who study music, who play and compose. They are genuinely successful in getting a message across. And they really have an idea to get across.”

Marisa Liz agrees with Diogo Piçarra and Aurea regarding the respect that competitors deserve. “Some people are sad, but most people see ‘The Voice’ as an opportunity.