Celebrating Eurovision: BBC Radio Launches “21st Century Eurovision Song” Poll

Celebrating Eurovision: BBC Radio Launches “21st Century Eurovision Song” Poll

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A historic vote in the UK asks: What is the greatest Eurovision song of the 21st century? Discover all the details in this article! As Eurovision 2025 approaches its grand finale in Basel, Switzerland - marking the city's first-ever hosting of the event - the UK's most popular radio station, "BBC Radio 2", has launched a special project celebrating British love for Eurovision. The initiative invites listeners to select their favorite Eurovision song of the 21st century. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Your Ultimate 21st Century Eurovision Song Poll Yesterday, voting opened for “Your Ultimate 21st Century Eurovision Song,” where listeners can choose up to five songs from a curated list of 67 tracks. Compiled by Eurovision experts, the list includes all winning songs from 2000–2024 alongside iconic runner-ups and fan favorites. These include memorable performances that have become legendary among Eurovision enthusiasts. Voting closes on Friday, April 11th, at 12:00 CET. According to Michelle Visage, judge and host of "RuPaul's...
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Senhit to Announce the San Marino Votes at Eurovision 2025!

Senhit to Announce the San Marino Votes at Eurovision 2025!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino at Eurovision 2025: Senhit, who represented San Marino in Eurovision 2021, returns to the contest as the official vote spokesperson for San Marino in Basel. What surprises await during the celebration of 15 years of participation? During a press conference held this morning at San Marino's Government Palace, it was announced that Senhit, San Marino's representative at Eurovision 2021, will serve as the official vote announcer for San Marino during the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final in Basel, Switzerland, on May 17th. The press conference was jointly organized by San Marino's national broadcaster RTV, Italy's national broadcaster RAI, and San Marino's Secretariat of State for Tourism and Communication. Senhit, an Eritrean decent Italian singer from Bologna, represented San Marino in Eurovision 2011 with "Stand By", under her former name Senit (the letter H added by her in 2014), returned in 2021 with "Adrenalina", and was selected for the canceled 2020 edition with "Freaky". She will join the delegation in...
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Security Scandal: Zurich Will Not Assist Eurovision 2025 in Basel

Security Scandal: Zurich Will Not Assist Eurovision 2025 in Basel

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Basel stands alone: Zurich refuses to participate in securing Eurovision 2025 due to local strain and fears of antisemitic incidents. Can Basel host the event without external support? As Basel prepares to host Eurovision 2025, one of the world's largest cultural events, tensions surrounding security arrangements are escalating. Over half a million visitors are expected to flood the Swiss city during the five-day festival. However, Basel, which has long faced police staffing shortages, has sought assistance nationwide. According to the Swiss newspaper "NZZ", Basel's cantonal police requested reinforcements from all Swiss cantons. So far, 1,297 officers have been recruited from across Switzerland: 243 from Northwestern Switzerland, 191 from the West, 90 from the East, 68 from the Central region, and 30 from Ticino. Yet notably, Zurich - the country's most populous and influential canton - has refused to send any officers. Its sole contribution is a police helicopter. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Zurich: "We Are Under Heavy Strain Ourselves" Zurich’s...
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Luxembourg: Significant Changes in Laura Thorn’s Eurovision Performance!

Luxembourg: Significant Changes in Laura Thorn’s Eurovision Performance!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Luxembourg at Eurovision 2025: Laura Thorn, winner of the Luxembourg national selection with "La Poupée Monte le Son", unveils her staging team and major performance changes for Basel. Luxembourg's representative for Eurovision 2025, Laura Thorn, revealed in an interview with the Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, that her upcoming performance at Eurovision will be directed by the Ukrainian production company "TRI.Direction". The company, which has garnered experience in recent Eurovision contests, will oversee the staging and choreography for the song “La Poupée Monte le Son” during the second semi-final on May 15th in Basel, Switzerland. In her interview, Laura stated clearly: "TRI.Direction is directing my performance at Eurovision in Basel, Switzerland. There will be changes compared to my performance at the national final in Luxembourg." This announcement signals a distinct shift in artistic and visual direction for her song, sparking curiosity among Eurovision fans. While Laura's national final performance was well-received, expectations are now set for a fresher and more advanced concept -...
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Netherlands: Claude Joins as a Judge on the Dutch Version of “The Voice”!

Netherlands: Claude Joins as a Judge on the Dutch Version of “The Voice”!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Netherlands at Eurovision 2025: Claude, who will represent the country in Basel, Switzerland, has been selected as a judge for the upcoming season of the Dutch "The Voice," which resumes after a hiatus due to backstage misconduct allegations. Singer Claude, representing the Netherlands with his song "C'est La Vie" (translated as "That's Life"), will perform as entry number 13 in the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025, scheduled for May 13 in Basel, Switzerland. Alongside this, he has been chosen as a judge for the Dutch version of "The Voice," which is set to return soon. The show had been suspended in January 2022 following revelations of sexual misconduct involving participants, including accusations against one coach and a band leader. While some cases have been closed, one remains under investigation. The program is now making a comeback with stricter regulations to ensure complete separation between contestants and coaches, preventing future incidents. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); On Instagram, Claude shared his excitement: "When I was...
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Vladana Vucinic: “Albania Has a Real Chance to Host the Next Eurovision”

Vladana Vucinic: “Albania Has a Real Chance to Host the Next Eurovision”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania at Eurovision 2025: Vladana Vucinic, Montenegro's 2022 representative, believes Albania is closer than ever to a historic win. Could Eurovision 2026 take place in Tirana? Vladana Vucinic, who represented Montenegro at Eurovision 2022 and now heads the Montenegrin delegation for Eurovision 2025, shared her thoughts on Albania’s chances this year. In a social media post, Vladana wrote clearly and confidently: “Our neighbor, Albania, has a real chance to host the next Eurovision.” This statement, written explicitly, carries more than just a compliment. Vladana directly implies that, in her view, Albania could very well be the winner of Eurovision 2025—and, for the first time in history, the host of the following year's competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Rare Fusion of Tradition and Electronics This year, Albania is represented by the duo Shkodra Elektronike with the song “Zjerm” (translated as “Fire”)—a musical creation already generating significant buzz online. The song stands out for its unique blend of modern electronic sounds...
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Eurovision Winner Marie Myriam: “I’d Like to Believe France Will Win Eurovision This Year”

Eurovision Winner Marie Myriam: “I’d Like to Believe France Will Win Eurovision This Year”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); France at Eurovision 2025: France's 1977 Eurovision winner Marie Myriam believes Louane could end France's 48-year victory drought at Eurovision 2025. Read her full thoughts on France's hopeful contender. France has persistently pursued Eurovision success in recent decades. Since Marie Myriam triumphed in 1977 with "L'Oiseau et l'Enfant" (in English: "The Bird and the Child"), the nation has struggled to replicate this achievement. Each year, Myriam voices her support for France's Eurovision hopefuls, but 2025 brings renewed optimism—centered on Louane, the country's chosen representative. The 28-year-old pop sensation Louane will perform "Maman" (in English: "Mother") at Eurovision 2025. The song debuted during the Six Nations rugby tournament halftime show in Paris, delivering an emotional tribute to Louane's late mother, who passed from cancer in 2014. Exploring themes of "love, hope, and legacy," the ballad has already forged a powerful connection with French and European audiences alike.   "My Bet Is on Louane" - Marie Myriam's Heartfelt Endorsement After the song's release, Marie Myriam couldn't avoid sending a...
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“Idealista” to Sponsor Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

“Idealista” to Sponsor Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); For the fourth consecutive year, leading real estate app idealista will sponsor Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, joining Basler Kantonalbank, Novartis, and insurance giant Helvetia. Eurovision 2025, set for May in Basel, Switzerland, will again partner with idealista - the top real estate app in Greece, Spain, and Portugal. This marks their fourth straight year of collaboration, reinforcing shared commitments to music, creativity, innovation, and diversity. The announcement follows confirmations from Helvetia, Basler Kantonalbank (BKB) and Novartis as official sponsors. Notably, this is Novartis’ first sponsorship in three years, replacing TikTok, which held the role since 2022. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Fourth Year of Partnership: Idealista joins to the sopnsors' list The announcement of the renewed partnership comes from the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which confirms idealista's return as a key player in the world's biggest music event. The partnership between the parties has been ongoing since 2022, when idealista joined Eurovision in Turin, and since then it has only grown stronger—especially as each views the...
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UK’s Eurovision 2022 Representative Sam Ryder: “I Was So Hurt We Didn’t Win”

UK’s Eurovision 2022 Representative Sam Ryder: “I Was So Hurt We Didn’t Win”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Losing an Emmy didn’t stop Sam Ryder: The UK’s Eurovision 2022 star explains how he learned to cope with setbacks - and what it reveals about his music career’s trajectory? Sam Ryder, the UK’s Eurovision 2022 representative with "Space Man", opened up in an emotional interview about his devastation after losing the 2023 Emmy for "Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics" to Ed Sheeran’s "Shivers". Despite his achievements, the defeat left Ryder deeply wounded. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Crushing Disappointment After the Emmy Loss During the "How to Fail" podcast, the 35-year-old singer shared candid reflections on his reaction to the loss. He discussed the immense effort he and Queen guitarist Brian May poured into "Fought & Lost", their song for the hit series Ted Lasso. "I Was So Hurt We Didn't Win" During the interview, Ryder shared: "I was so hurt we didn’t win. We’d worked so hard, and I realized then that my perspective had been selfish. I felt awful in that hotel room—because that wasn’t me. I don’t see myself that way." Interestingly, Sam...
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Albania: Eurovision Delegation Budget Revealed!

Albania: Eurovision Delegation Budget Revealed!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania at Eurovision 2025: The Albanian national broadcaster, RTSH, disclosed its delegation budget for Eurovision 2025, the highest in the country’s contest history! The Albanian national broadcaster, RTSH, finalized yesterday the budget for its delegation to Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. At 15,373,551.37 LEK (approximately 154,800 Euro), this marks Albania’s highest-ever Eurovision budget. The amount was unanimously approved by RTSH’s board, signaling strong support for this year’s delegation. This decision likely follows the high betting odds for the duo Shkodra Elektronike, Albania’s representatives. Albania aims to capitalize on the momentum of their song "Zjerm" with a high-quality stage performance, international promotion, and production. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How the Budget Will Be Allocated The budget breakdown includes: Stage performance expenses (pyrotechnics, etc.) Delegation costs (travel and accommodation) International promotion across multiple platforms Technical preparations for the live performance Costumes, production, and direction Shkodra Elektronike were selected to represent Albania on May 13th, 15th, and 17th in Basel, has opted to perform "Zjerm" in its original...
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