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Anne-Marie David, Eurovision 1973 winner and France’s representative in 1979, shares a Facebook post about Israel’s Eurovision 2025 song, “New Day Will Rise,” expressing her admiration for its emotional impact.

With the release of “New Day Will Rise,” performed by Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2025, warm responses have poured in globally. Among them is high praise from Eurovision legend Anne-Marie David. Representing Luxembourg in Eurovision 1973 with “Tu Te Reconnaîtras” (“You’ll Recognize Yourself”), David secured Luxembourg’s fourth victory and second consecutive win.




The Israeli entry clearly left a strong impression on Anne-Marie David, who shared her feelings in a Facebook post: “I’m very emotional discovering the song that represents Israel at Eurovision this year. She’s exactly what I expect from a song. The performer is upsetting – the orchestration built with very efficient crescendo that reinforces the theme… Bravo! And it’s not often that I want to share my feeling about Eurovision title.” She concluded her post with a link to the song on Eurovision’s official YouTube channel, adding: “The story is very beautiful and hopefull… Good luck!”

Over the years, Anne-Marie David has maintained a close relationship with Israeli audiences, performing multiple times across the country. Notably, she participated in April’s “Israel Calling” Eurovision concert in Tel Aviv. In 2022, she toured Israel and shared her experiences in an interview available online. Later this year, she plans two intimate performances—on June 3 at Zappa Herzliya and June 4 at Zappa Haifa.




David’s support for Israel extends beyond music. She has performed at Eurovision events while advocating for the release of Israeli hostages. During Luxembourg’s national Eurovision selection last year, she sang her winning 1973 entry wearing a yellow ribbon pin. Similarly, at December’s grand “Het Grote Songfestivalfeest” concert in the Netherlands, she wore the pin while delivering a heartfelt message to her Israeli fans.




Eurovision 2025: Dates and Time

The Eurovision Song Contest for 2025 will take place in May, as per tradition. Here are the exact dates:

For those wondering “What time will Eurovision 2025 air?” each event will begin at 21:00 CET.

Israel will compete in the second semi-final on Thursday, May 15th, hoping for a successful performance! If Israel makes it into the top ten songs of the semi-final, it will advance to the grand final broadcast on May 17th at 21:00 CET.



Eurovision 2025’s Venue

Eurovision 2025 will be held in Basel, Switzerland. This marks the third time Switzerland has hosted the competition, following previous events in 1956 in Lugano, and 1989 in Lausanne. The event will take place at St. Jakobshalle arena, which is expected to accommodate approximately 12,000 spectators per show. Choosing this venue ensures an impressive experience for both live audiences and viewers at home with excellent acoustics and advanced technical conditions.

Preparations for Eurovision 2025

Preparations for Eurovision 2025 are already underway. On January 28th, 2025, a draw determined which countries would perform in each semi-final, it’s a crucial event shaping the competition’s structure. Following this draw, ticket sales for Eurovision began on January 29th, allowing fans to secure their spots at the arena. Currently, each representative is rehearsing their performance in their respective countries ahead of May’s big stage show. In early May, all delegations will arrive in Basel to conduct organized rehearsals on the competition stage.



Side Events and Eurovision Parties

Leading up to Eurovision 2025, several side events and parties are planned across Europe. These events feature Eurovision contestants showcasing their songs ahead of the competition. For contestants, these gatherings offer an excellent opportunity to promote their songs, meet fans, and give interviews to various European media outlets.

These events include:

  • Eurovision in Concert – Amsterdam – April 5th

  • MancHagen – Manchester – April 11th–13th

  • PrePartyES – Madrid – April 17th–19th




The History of Eurovision

The Eurovision Song Contest began in 1956 as an attempt to unite Europe after World War II through music. Since then, it has evolved into one of the largest and most-watched musical events worldwide. Over the years, Eurovision has served as a stage for some of the world’s most successful artists like ABBA, Céline Dion, and Julio Iglesias.

Initially determined by jury votes alone, technological advancements have transformed voting methods over time. Today viewers can vote via apps and text messages while enjoying live broadcasts globally through digital platforms. Furthermore, technology enables more spectacular performances with advanced visual effects enriching viewers’ experience.




Impact of Eurovision

Eurovision has significantly influenced popular culture across Europe and beyond—many competing songs becoming international hits while fostering LGBTQ+ rights acceptance alongside broader cultural diversity appreciation.

Hosting Eurovision also presents substantial economic opportunities for host countries—attracting thousands of tourists creating temporary jobs alongside providing international exposure despite high hosting costs sparking public debates over feasibility periodically.

Eurovision 2025: This will be Switzerland’s 65th participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. Switzerland joined the competition in 1956, being one of the seven founding countries, and has won three times over the years. Its most recent victory was at the last Eurovision in 2025, with Nemo’s song “The Code.” This win follows Switzerland’s previous victory in 1988 with the song “Ne partez pas sans moi,” performed by international singer Céline Dion.