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Sweden: Melodifestivalen 2025 Ticket Sales to Open on November 6

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As rumors swirl about the participants of Melodifestivalen 2025, the Swedish national broadcaster announces that ticket sales for the Eurovision national finals will commence on November 6th. Melodifestivalen 2025, Sweden's Eurovision Song Contest national selection, is set to choose the country's representative and song in the grand finale scheduled for March 8th in Stockholm. Last year, Marcus & Martinus were selected to represent Sweden, the host country of Eurovision 2024 in Malmö. Despite facing criticism from their home country Norway, they achieved a respectable ninth place finish. Following a tumultuous season and amid numerous rumors about Melodifestivalen contestants, Swedish national broadcaster SVT will open ticket sales for the renowned Eurovision pre-selection on Wednesday, November 6th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Event Structure and Ticket Availability Ticket sales for all Melodifestivalen shows will open on Ticketmaster.se in two weeks, on November 6th. This is the largest Eurovision national selection organized by any participating country, and once again, it will span several host cities and massive...

Germany: Changes are Expected in Eurovision Selection Process

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland, but has yet to announce a selection process. Recent developments suggest a shift in the country's approach to choosing its representative. The German national broadcaster ARD has announced Germany's participation in Eurovision 2025 but has left the selection process unclear. It has now been revealed that changes are coming, at least in terms of the production company involved. German media reports that after three consecutive years of producing the German national selection, "Bildergarten Entertainment" will not be part of the production this year. Karsten Roeder, CEO of the company, stated, "Bildergarten is not in talks with the German national broadcaster this year." (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Bildergarten Entertainment" has been producing Germany's national selection since 2022, making changes and adaptations to its format in collaboration with the German national broadcaster NDR. The selection show has undergone several name changes: 2022: "Germany 12 Points" 2023:...

Eurovision 2025: Which artists do we want to see compete? Part 4

October 21, 2024 by Ronnie Glik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Special: Who are the potential artists to compete in Eurovision 2025 in Switzerland? Who are the artists we would like to see in the next competition? Malta, Italy, San Marino & Iceland. The Eurovision 2025 season is approaching, and with it the main question: which artists will we see representing their country in the competition? In our series of articles, we will introduce you to several well-known artists from each country, whom we believe are worthy of representing their country and whom we would like to see on the Eurovision stage in Switzerland. Each article will focus on four different countries and several artists from each country, so through these articles you can get to know many new artists, and perhaps we will even see some of them in future competitions! So who are the artists that could bring the best result for Malta, Italy, San Marino & Iceland? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who should represent Malta? The Maltese Broadcaster,...

NRJ Music Awards: Eurovision Stars Nominated for Prestigious Prizes

October 21, 2024October 26, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nominees for the prestigious French radio station NRJ's Music Awards have been announced. Among the big names are four Eurovision stars nominated in three different categories. The NRJ Music Awards ceremony, hosted by the French radio station NRJ, stands as one of the most significant events in both the French and international music industries. Global superstars such as Justin Bieber and Harry Styles have already claimed NRJ Music Awards. The winners are determined through an electronic system where public voting accounts for 75% of the total score, while a jury from NRJ and TF1 contributes the remaining 25%. While based in France, NRJ broadcasts in numerous countries including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, Georgia, Germany, Lebanon, Mauritius, Morocco, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, and Ukraine. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision Stars Shine Among NRJ Music Awards Nominees Four Eurovision stars from recent and past years have secured nominations: Slimane, who represented France at Eurovision 2024 and finished fourth with "Mon Amour", is nominated for "Francophone Male Artist of the Year" . Slimane won this category last year. ...

United By Music? ISAAK Responds to Booing of Eden Golan at Eurovision 2024

October 20, 2024October 21, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany's Eurovision 2024 representative, ISAAK, speaks in an intimate interview about the hate Israel's Eurovision 2024 representative received from the audience in the arena. The Eurovision 2025 season has begun, and while Germany has started preparing for its participation in the competition, no information has yet been provided about the selection method through which the German representative and/or song for the contest will be chosen. In an interview with Irish blogger allthingsadam.ie, ISAAK, Germany's representative for Eurovision 2024, shared his feelings about the booing Eden Golan received and his Eurovision experience in an interview. At this stage, only the part where he refers to Eden Golan has been published. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "I think she was bullied," ISAAK said, referring to the loud booing Golan received from the audience. "Do you know how young she is? This is her life's goal, and she wanted to be part of Eurovision Song Contest." ISAAK emphasized that the personal experience of a musician who...

Learning from Mistakes? Safe Space for Artists at Eurovision 2025

October 20, 2024October 21, 2024 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Chairperson of the Eurovision Song Contest Reference Group, Bakel Walden, promised new conditions for artists in the upcoming competition during a recent interview, learning from incidents at Eurovision 2024. For Eurovision 2025 in Basel, organizers plan to provide participating artists with a "safe space". According to Chairperson of the ESC Reference group, Bakel Walden, in an interview to "Sonntagsblick," artists will be given a private area where they won't be filmed, aiming to ensure their mental and physical well-being during preparations and rehearsals. "We have a duty of care", Walden emphasized, promising increased attention to artists' welfare in the future. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Addressing Past Challenges Walden also addressed events that occurred at the last Eurovision in Malmö, which took place in the shadow of the Israel-Hamas war and the Middle East conflict. He acknowledged there were mistakes in communication and crisis management during the competition. "In the future, we will ensure more effective crisis management, strengthen...

Helena Paparizou: “With the Right Song – I’d Love to Compete in Eurovision Again!”

October 20, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Helena Paparizou, Eurovision 2005 winner, expresses willingness to return to the contest with the right song. Will the singer represent greece at Eurovision after 20 Years? Helena Paparizou, the Eurovision 2005 winner, revealed yesterday (Saturday) in a television interview that she would be willing to compete in Eurovision again if she had the right song. This statement from the singer, who brought Greece its first and only victory so far, is not the first of its kind. Paparizou received an offer to represent Cyprus in Eurovision 2021, expressed willingness to represent Greece in Eurovision 2022, but declined to represent Greece in Eurovision 2024. In yesterday's interview, the singer declared that she hasn't closed the door on another Eurovision participation and that if she finds the right song in her eyes - she would participate in a selection process for the competition and try to compete for a spot in Eurovision. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); From Past Glories to...

Drama in the Netherlands: Joost Klein Faces Harsh Criticism on Dutch Television

October 20, 2024October 20, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "He Should Be in A Mental Asylum": Joost Klein, Eurovision 2024 Dutch Representative Who Got Disqualified Hours Before The Final, Under Fire On Dutch TV. During the TV show "Vandaag Inside" (Today Inside), which featured guest journalist Aran Bade, who has been covering the Eurovision Song Contest for several years, a heated discussion erupted criticizing singer Joost Klein. Klein represented the Netherlands in the recent Eurovision contest but was disqualified just hours before the final due to an alleged violent incident with a Swedish production photographer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While Klein still has supporters in the Eurovision fan community, it's clear that his image is not entirely positive, and he's stirring up anger in the Netherlands due to his inappropriate behavior. Johan Derksen, one of the show's hosts, stated, "How annoying Klein was. What an idiot he is, huh? This guy thinks he's funny and interesting, but he's really nobody." Johan believes it's...

The Netherlands: Eurovision 2021 host supports Joost Klein’s return to the competition in Basel

October 20, 2024October 20, 2024 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nikkie de Jager, host of Eurovision 2021 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, shares her opinion on Dutch participation in Eurovision 2025 and whether Joost Klein should return to the competition. As the list of participating countries for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, is about to be revealed, and with the deadline extension for Dutch national broadcaster's participation approval coming to an end, Eurovision 2021 host Nikkie de Jager (Nikkie Tutorials) shared her thoughts in a brief interview. She discussed her views on the country's participation in the upcoming Eurovision and the potential return of Joost Klein, who was disqualified hours before the Eurovision 2024 final due to a backstage incident. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nikki de Jager's Perspective on Dutch Participation When asked about supporting the country's participation in Eurovision 2025, especially considering many Dutch citizens' anger towards the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) for disqualifying Joost Klein, Nikkie responded: "Personally, as a big Eurovision lover, I think...

Sweden: Angelino and Kristofer Greczula Join the Melodifestivalen Contestant List!

October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Melodifestivalen 2025 Lineup Continues to Generate Buzz: Who Are the Two New Artists Set to Compete in Sweden's Eurovision Selection? Sweden's Eurovision national selection, known as "Melodifestivalen," is the largest and most popular pre-selection, watched by many Eurovision fans. While the official list of contestants for Melodifestivalen 2025 has not yet been revealed, rumors about the participants' identities continue to circulate. According to the Swedish newspaper "Expressen," two new names can be added to the list of contestants: one unfamiliar to the Eurovision community, and another who has previously participated in the Swedish selection. Let's get to know these two talked-about artists. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Angelino Angelino Gabriel Markenhorn, known by his stage name Angelino, was born on February 15, 1998, in Malmö, Sweden. Angelino has previous experience in the Swedish Eurovision selection. He participated in 2022 with the song "The End" in the fourth heat of the competition. Unfortunately for Angelino, he finished in fifth place and was eliminated early in the contest. "The End"...