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Montenegro: Rehearsals Begin for Eurovision National Selection, Voting Rules Revealed

November 27, 2024February 9, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As rehearsals commence for today's Eurovision national selection, Montenegro unveils the voting rules for "Montesong 2024". Today at 20:00 (CET), Montenegro's Eurovision national selection "Montesong 2024" will take place, culminating in the selection of Montenegro's representative and song for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. Rehearsals for the national final began two days ago (Monday) in Podgorica, Montenegro's capital, with sixteen competing artists arriving yesterday for their first full rehearsals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Danijel Alibabić from Montenegro's Entertainment Association stated: "The performers have become familiar with the large stage and the sound. We are trying to use modern technology to make it easier for the performers to sing and perform. We will have 16 real Eurovision performances, and whoever wins from the 16 will be a deserving winner. We should all stand by the winner who will be sent to Basel so they can do as well as possible at Eurovision." Montenegro is holding its national selection after a two-year absence...

Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Montenegro at Eurovision 2025?

November 26, 2024February 9, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in Montesong 2024. Who should represent Montenegro at Eurovision 2025 according to the editorial team? The Montenegrin national final, "Montesong", will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, November 27, 2024, featuring 16 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Montenegro at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. Out of 36 submitted songs, 16 were selected for the competition. The winner will be determined by a combination of 50% jury votes and 50% public votes, with songs required to include at least 51% in the Montenegrin language. Just before the national final, the Euromix editorial team convened to listen to the participating songs and choose their favorites from the Montenegrin national final. Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Montenegro? Avi Zaikaner: First Place - Anastasija Koprolčec - "Kraj" We kick off Eurovision selection season with Montenegro returning after a two-year break—but with an extremely weak and unnecessary pre-selection. It's disappointing....

Sweden: Official Contestants of Melodifestivalen 2025 Revealed!

November 26, 2024November 26, 2024 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swedish national broadcaster officially announced the 30 contestants for Melodifestivalen 2025. Among the participants are Måns Zelmerlöw, John Lundvik, and the band Arvingarna. Over recent weeks, many rumors circulated about artists expected to compete in Melodifestivalen 2025, Sweden’s national selection for Eurovision. Today (Tuesday), the Swedish national broadcaster confirmed the 30 artists, along with their songs and songwriting credits. These 30 entries will compete across five heats, culminating in a grand final on Saturday, March 8. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Heat 1 – February 1, 2025: Linnea Henriksson – "Den känslan" David Lindgren Zacharias, Linnea Henriksson, Sebastian Atas Meira Omar – "Hush Hush" Anderz Wrethov, Dino Medanhodzic, Laurell Barker, Meira Omar Maja Ivarsson – "Kamikaze Life" Andreas "Giri" Lindbergh, Jimmy "Joker" Thörnfeldt, Joy Deb, Linnea Deb, Maja Ivarsson Albin Johnsén Feat. Pa – "Upp i luften" Albin Johnsén, Christoffer Balazik, FERNAND MP, Mattias Andréasson, Pa Modou John Lundvik – "Voice of the Silent" Jimmy Jansson, John Lundvik, Peter Boström, Thomas Gson Adrian...

Greece: Hosts of Greek Eurovision National Final Revealed

November 26, 2024November 26, 2024 by Ido Kizel Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2005 winner Helena Paparizou and Greece's Eurovision representative in 2004 and 2009 Sakis Rouvas will host the Greek national final on January 29, selecting Greece's entry for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. After selecting its representatives internally for the past 22 years, Greece will hold an open national final this year to choose its entry for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. Amidst growing excitement and rumors about the competing artists, the hosts for the national final, set to take place on January 29, have recently been revealed. Two well-known Eurovision stars in Greece will lead the broadcast: Eurovision 2005 winner Helena Paparizou and Greece's two-time Eurovision representative Sakis Rouvas. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision Backgrounds of the Hosts Helena and Sakis have rich backgrounds in the Eurovision world, which they will utilize to host the Greek national final for 2025 this coming January. Here's what you need to know about these two Greek Eurovision legends ahead of their new role: Helena Paparizou is Greece's...

Albania: Dates for Eurovision National Selection Revealed!

November 25, 2024February 6, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Today, it was announced that Albania's Eurovision selection event, Festivali i Këngës, will take place from December 19 to December 22, 2024. The 63rd edition of Albania's Eurovision national selection, Festivali i Këngës 63, will be held from December 19 to December 22. The dates chosen for this year's festival mirror those of last year, although it remains unclear if the format will follow the same structure as the previous edition. It is expected that the selection process will span four broadcasts, culminating in the grand final on December 22. During this final event, Albania's representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, set to be held in Basel, Switzerland, will be chosen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); List of Competitors and Song Titles The following 30 artists and songs will compete in the Albanian Eurovision national selection "Festivali i Këngës": Algert Sala - Bosh Alis Kallacej - Mjegull Ardit Çuni - Amane Devis Xherahu - Ka Momente Djemtë e Detit -...

Basel Cantonal Bank as National Sponsor of Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

November 25, 2024November 25, 2024 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Basel Cantonal Bank (BKB) announced its sponsorship of Eurovision 2025 in Switzerland, joining Novartis. The bank aims to support the event's local impact and cultural significance in Basel. Basel Cantonal Bank (BKB) has officially announced its role as an additional sponsor for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. This announcement follows the declaration of Novartis as the official sponsor of the competition, marking the first time in three years that TikTok is not serving in this capacity. BKB, operating in Basel, recognizes the importance of financial support for Eurovision, which will be held in Basel for the first time, to ensure that the local population can experience and celebrate this unique moment in the region. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Platform for Creativity and Cultural Diversity In their statement, BKB, founded and operating since 1899, emphasized that the Eurovision Song Contest is not merely a music competition but a platform that strengthens creativity, cultural diversity, and a sense of community....

Voting That Sparked an Investigation: How Eurovision Widened the Divide Between Azerbaijan and Armenia

November 25, 2024December 13, 2024 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It might sound like the beginning of a joke, but the answer is surprising. Third article in a special series: How has Eurovision influenced dramatic political events? Nice to meet you, I’m Tal. As a student of communications and political science, the connection between politics and the Eurovision Song Contest has always intrigued me. And I know what you’re thinking – politics? Haven’t we had enough of it after Eurovision 2024? But wait, this is going to be much more surprising than it sounds! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While Eurovision typically symbolizes brotherhood and peace, for Azerbaijan and Armenia, their deep political conflict could not be ignored even in a song contest. This led to a police investigation of Azerbaijani citizens who "dared" to vote for the Armenian song in Eurovision 2009, suspected of treason against their homeland. How did a music contest reach a point where voting became a danger? Historical Context of the Conflict The conflict between Azerbaijan...

Referendum Results: Basel Says “Yes” to Eurovision 2025!

November 24, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The threat has been removed: The results of the referendum in Basel on approving the Eurovision budget indicate that residents want to host Eurovision and fund the event with public money. Today, a referendum was held in Basel on the question of the Eurovision budget. After two weeks of postal voting, the initial sample shows that Basel residents are interested in hosting Eurovision, with about two-thirds voting in favor of funding the event and only one-third voting against. The referendum was initiated after the Swiss Federal Democratic Union party (EDU/UDF) unexpectedly managed to gather enough signatures for it to take place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In Switzerland, citizens participate directly in the legislative process, enabling a party to call for a referendum if sufficient public support is demonstrated. As early as July, the EDU/UDF, in collaboration with the Federation of German Taxpayers, demanded a referendum against funding Eurovision 2025 through municipal or cantonal budgets in Switzerland. The EDU/UDF, known...

Eurovision Latin America: Is the Eurovision Song Contest Expanding to South America?

November 23, 2024December 1, 2024 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision Song Contest is making its way to another region of the world and progressing towards holding the first Latin American Eurovision, with Chile as the expected first host of the competition. The Eurovision Song Contest has been a staple of European entertainment for decades, including participants from Africa, Asia, and even Australia. In recent years, the contest has been expanding its reach through regional competitions such as Eurovision America, held in 2022, and the planned Eurovision Canada. Now, Eurovision is taking another significant step by venturing into Latin America. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Latin American Eurovision - Known Details The idea for a Latin American Eurovision was first conceived in 2022. The South American version of the competition will be produced by a team of experienced professionals, including Christer Björkman, Anders Lenhoff, Ola Melzig, Peter Settman, and Greg Lipstone. This team was also responsible for the American version of the contest and is expected to produce the Canadian version when it comes...

Surprise: The Netherlands Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2026!

November 23, 2024 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In just one month, the Netherlands has confirmed participation in two consecutive Eurovision contests, despite last year's dramatic disqualification. The Dutch national broadcaster announced that 331 songs have been submitted for Eurovision 2025! Within a single month, the Dutch national broadcaster, AVROTROS, has confirmed its participation in two consecutive Eurovision Song Contests: 2025 in Basel and 2026. The Netherlands also reported significant success in the registration process for the song that will represent the country in the 2025 competition. Last Thursday at midnight, the registration closed with a total of 331 songs submitted – an impressive figure considering the short registration period, though significantly lower than Eurovision 2024, which saw 613 song submissions. According to the Dutch national broadcaster's statement, the candidate songs include a variety of music styles and languages – ballads, upbeat songs, and even rock, in Dutch, English, and other languages. Now, the selection committee faces the task of listening to the songs and deciding...