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Luxembourg: “La poupée monte le son” to Undergo a Revamp Ahead of Eurovision 2025

February 19, 2025February 26, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Luxembourgish national broadcaster, RTL, has revealed that Laura Thorn's song for Eurovision 2025, "La poupée monte le son", will undergo a revamp before the contest. The Luxembourgish national broadcaster, RTL, has confirmed that Laura Thorn's song "La poupée monte le son" (in English: "The Doll Turns Up the Sound") will undergo a revamp ahead of Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The singer will compete in the second semi-final on May 15. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Currently, several Eurovision representatives are filming their postcards for the competition in Switzerland (a short video of the representative before performing their song). Upon returning from filming her postcard in Switzerland, Thorn visited the song's producers in Paris, along with the Luxembourgish delegation. During the visit, the singer and producers worked on a renewed version of the song, which will be released at a later date. The Luxembourgish national broadcaster, RTL, posted a picture from the work on the renewed version to their Instagram story, writing: "When in...

Finland: “Boycott Eurovision if Israel Participates”

February 19, 2025February 26, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland at Eurovision 2025: An online petition calls for boycotting the contest and preventing Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. Is Israel’s participation at risk once again? A new wave of protest is emerging in Finland, a country of approximately 5.5 million people, as an online petition calls for Israel to be banned from participating in the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The petition, launched by the group "Sumud", the Finnish Palestine Network, urges the national broadcaster, YLE, to demand that the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) prevent Israel’s participation. Additionally, the petition’s creators state that if Israel is allowed to compete, Finland should refrain from sending a representative to the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Petition with Limited Impact? So far, the petition has gathered around 400 signatures, including those of Finnish artists and actors. However, given the country's population, this number is relatively small, indicating that the protest is not gaining significant public support. The petition...

Australia: Will Go-Jo Represent the Country at Eurovision 2025?

February 18, 2025 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Is successful singer Go-Jo on his way to represent Australia at Eurovision 2025 in Basel? According to reports, he is indeed the leading contender to represent the country in the competition. The Australian national broadcaster, SBS, has announced that Australia's representative for Eurovision 2025 will be chosen through an internal selection, similar to last year. Now, according to a report on the Greek Eurovision website eurovisionfun, the singer who is likely to represent Australia at the upcoming Eurovision in Basel is none other than Go-Jo, a pop singer known for his original songs and cover performances. It should be noted that an official announcement of Australia's representative for Eurovision 2025 is expected to be published later this month or during the next month, March. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who is Go-Jo? Go-Jo, or by his real name Marty Zambotto, is an Australian singer, songwriter, and producer known for his original songs and guitar cover performances of...

Azerbaijan: Eurovision 2025 Song “Run With U” by Mamagama to Be Released on February 19th!

February 18, 2025February 21, 2025 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song to be performed by Mamagama for Azerbaijan at Eurovision 2025 will be released on February 19th, tomorrow! The title of their song is "Run With U". "Run With U" is the title of the song to be performed by Mamagama, who will represent Azerbaijan in the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025, taking place on May 13th in Basel, Switzerland. The songwriting team, language of the song, and its lyrics are not yet known. However, we now know that the song will be released tomorrow, February 19th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Azerbaijani national broadcaster, İTV, revealed earlier this month that the band Mamagama has been chosen to represent Azerbaijan in Eurovision 2025. A committee from the national broadcaster received 154 songs, with approximately 49% written by local composers and 51% by foreign writers. The broadcaster narrowed down the list of submitted songs under a list of hints, aimed at allowing the audience to guess the committee's choice. This approach...

Israel: Yuval Raphael’s Eurovision Song Approved by the EBU!

February 17, 2025 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It's confirmed: The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has informed the Israeli national broadcaster "KAN" that the song to be performed by Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025, Yuval Raphael, has been fully approved. The song and video will be revealed on March 9th. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced today (Monday) that it has approved Israel's song for Eurovision 2025. The song, written and composed by Keren Peles and produced by Tomer Biran, will be performed by Yuval Raphael in the second semi-final on May 15th in Basel, Switzerland. The approval of the song, including its lyrics and title, which will be revealed later in a special broadcast on "KAN 11" on March 9th, comes against the backdrop of difficulties in approving Israel's Eurovision 2024 entry and concerns about a repeat scenario, especially given the use of a quote from the Song of Songs. The next step will be to send the song performance and music video for EBU approval. ...

Armenia: Parg to Perform “Survivor” at Eurovision

February 16, 2025February 18, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Armenia at Eurovision 2025: Parg, won "Depi Evratesil 2025," and will perform the song "Survivor" on Eurovision 2025 stage, in Basel, Switzerland. Listen to the song. "Survivor" is the song that will be performed by Parg, who will represent Armenia in the second semi-final of Eurovision 2025, scheduled for May 15th in Basel, Switzerland. The song was co-written by the singer himself along with Benji Alasu, who participated in writing the winning song of Eurovision 2024, "The Code," and Thomas G:son, who has penned 14 entries for Eurovision, including the Swedish song that won in 2012 ("Euphoria") and 2023 ("Tattoo"). Alongside these songwriters, Alex Wilke, Armen Paul, Eva Voskanian, Joshua Curran and Martin Mooradian also contributed to the writing and production of the song. This marks the first Eurovision attempt for these songwriters, including the singer himself. Benji and Thomas are veteran Eurovision songwriters. The song was produced in collaboration with Israeli producer Yanon Yahel and is performed in English. (adsbygoogle =...

Italy: Decision on Italy’s Eurovision Representative to be Made in the Upcoming Week

February 16, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italy in Eurovision 2025: The singer Olly won last night at the Italian Sanremo Festival with the song "Balorda nostalgia". The decision on whether he will represent Italy at Eurovision 2025 will be made in the coming days. Listen to the song. Olly, the Italian singer who triumphed last night at the 75th Sanremo Festival, continues to maintain suspense among his fans and the Italian media. Following his victory, the burning question remains whether Olly will take up the challenge to represent Italy at Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland. During a press conference held today, Olly revealed that he has not yet decided about his participation and is still weighing his options. He clarified that he will announce his final decision in about a week. Thus, we are all forced to wait and see if Olly will be the one to represent Italy. Should he opt out, the offer will pass to the festival's...

Czechia: ADONXS to Release Eurovision Version of “Kiss Kiss Goodbye” on March 7th!

February 16, 2025February 26, 2025 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Czechia at Eurovision 2025: ADONXS will release the Eurovision version of "Kiss Kiss Goodbye" on March 7th, following an acoustic performance at the Maltese national selection. Listen to the acoustic version! "Kiss Kiss Goodbye," is the song to be performed by ADONXS, representing the Czechia at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The songwriters have not yet been disclosed. During the first semi-final of Malta's Eurovision national selection, the singer revealed his Eurovision entry in an acoustic version. Now, the singer confirms that he will release the official Eurovision version on various listening platforms on March 7th! Additionally, the current acoustic version will remain on YouTube only, until he releases the official acoustic version of his Eurovision song in the coming months. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Czechia in Eurovision 2025 "Kiss Kiss Goodbye," is the song to be performed by ADONXS, representing the Czechia at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The songwriters have not yet been disclosed. The song is performed...

Today at 17:00 CET: Armenia Selects Its Entry For Eurovision!

February 16, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Today at 17:00 CET, the final of "Depi Evratesil 2025" will take place, selecting Armenia's representative and song for Eurovision 2025, in Basel, Switzerland. A viewing link is provided. Today at 17:00 CET, the Armenian national broadcaster, AMPTV, will hold the final of the Eurovision national selection "Depi Evratesil" - at the end of which the Armenian representative and song for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, will be chosen. 12 contestants will compete in tonight's final. The Armenian national selection will be broadcast on the official channel of the Armenian national broadcaster AMPTV, on the official website of the broadcaster, and on the official YouTube channel of the Eurovision Song Contest. The final of the Armenian national selection will take place at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concerts Complex in Yerevan. The show will be hosted by actress and presenter Ani Khachikyan and Armenia's Eurovision 2014 representative, Aram Sargsyan, known by his stage name Aram MP3. The winner will be...

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

February 16, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in Depi Evratesil 2025. Who should represent Armenia at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The Armenian Eurovision national selection, "Depi Evratesil 2025", is set to take place this afternoon at 16:00, featuring 12 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Armenia at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered to listen to the participating songs and select their favorites from the Armenian national selection. Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Armenia? Ofek Jerassi: First Place - Milena Mirijanyan - "Romantic Net" I had high expectations for the Armenian national selection this year, thinking they would continue their trend and provide many ethnic songs, like last year's song that brought them to the top 10, so I thought... The Armenian national selection is full of non-ethnic, inauthentic songs. Athena Manoukian returned with an even weaker song than the one...