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Eurovision Star Who Took Europe by Storm Passed Away at 78

April 20, 2025 by Maayan Eli Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision star who represented the United Kingdom in the 1971 Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Jack in the Box" passed away last Friday at the age of 78 after a prolonged battle with illness. All the details in the article. Clodagh Rodgers, the United Kingdom's representative at the 1971 Eurovision Song Contest, has passed away at the age of 78 following a long struggle with illness. Rodgers, who was born in Northern Ireland, performed "Jack in the Box" at the contest, ultimately securing fourth place for the UK. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Clodagh Rodgers: A Eurovision Journey Amid Political Tensions Rodgers selection to represent the United Kingdom was particularly significant, as the contest took place in Dublin during a period of heightened political tension between Britain and Ireland. The British national broadcaster, BBC, intentionally chose Rodgers, a native of Northern Ireland, hoping to ease potential backlash from the Irish audience. Despite these efforts, Rodgers received threats from...

Opinion: Miriana Conte Shows Everyone How to Run a Campaign!

April 20, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Miriana Conte, Malta’s Eurovision 2025 representative, continues to deliver iconic performances at pre-parties, winning over audiences and positioning herself as a standout act for the upcoming contest. Opinion column. The Eurovision 2025 pre-parties concluded last night with the PrePartyES event in Madrid. Among many impressive performances, Miriana Conte, Malta’s Eurovision 2025 representative, was the queen of the pre-parties (in my opinion), consistently stealing the show time after time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Historically, Malta has not excelled in the public vote at Eurovision. However, I am convinced this year will be different. From the outset, Miriana tailored her performances to each host country, incorporated other contestants into her acts, and wore costumes designed for local audiences. This combination made her go viral, astonishing the crowds who sang along to her songs. Viral Moments and Creative Staging Across Europe At the Amsterdam pre-party, Eurovision in Concert, Conte began her set with a snippet of "Europapa" by Joost...

Eurovision 2025: The 2024 Winner Returns to the Stage – And That’s Not the Only Surprise

April 19, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2025 reveals exciting guest performances: Nemo returns with a new song, Efendi makes a comeback, and could Celine Dion or Damiano David join too? Full details inside! Nemo, the winner of Eurovision 2024, will return to the Eurovision 2025 stage – this time as a guest performer in the 69th edition of the contest, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland. The singer, who brought Eurovision to Switzerland for the third time in its history, will perform an entirely new song in front of a global audience. What other surprises await in the upcoming contest? Full details below! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Special Guest Appearance from Last Year’s Winner In an official announcement from the Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR, it was confirmed that Nemo will participate as a guest performer during Eurovision 2025. However, it has not yet been revealed in which of the contest’s live shows the performance will occur – will it be during...

“The Issue Has Been Resolved”: ERR Responds to Tommy Cash’s Controversial Song

April 19, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The provocative single by Estonia's Eurovision 2025 representative Tommy Cash and 2024 Dutch contestant Joost Klein, sparked controversy with the EBU. The Estonian broadcaster clarified the situation, and the matter is now considered closed. Tommy Cash, Estonia’s Eurovision 2025 representative, and Joost Klein, the Dutch contestant disqualified from Eurovision 2024, released a provocative joint single in February titled "United By Music." The song’s lyrics, including phrases like "Fuck the EBU" (referring to the European Broadcasting Union), left little to the imagination and called for rebellion against the European broadcasting Union and contemporary social and political norms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Estonian Broadcaster and EBU Address the Fallout Following public uproar, Estonian national broadcaster ERR was required to respond to the European Broadcasting Union. In an interview with Sky Radio, Karmel Killandi, Head of Entertainment at ERR, explained that the EBU immediately contacted the broadcaster for clarification. ERR informed the EBU that the two artists maintain a friendly relationship and that the controversial song...

Christer Björkman Teases: Performances Never Before Seen on the Eurovision Stage!

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Weeks before Eurovision 2025, producer and head of contest Christer Björkman teases groundbreaking acts—featuring "people flying in the air" and innovative metallic structures set to elevate the show. This year’s contest is anticipated to be one of the most impressive ever, taking place in less than a month on May 13, 15, and 17 in Basel, Switzerland. According to the production team, each of the three Eurovision shows will feature special themes: a tribute to Switzerland as the birthplace of the contest in the first semi-final, a global fan party in the second semi-final, and, of course, the grand final where the next winner will be chosen. The production team has vowed to surprise audiences with elements never before seen on the Eurovision stage. Now, with the first hints revealed by contest producer Christer Björkman, it appears these promises are beginning to materialize. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Christer Björkman is serving this year (as well as in 2013,...

Germany: Why Did Abor & Tynna Cancel Their Performance in Madrid?

April 17, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Eurovision 2025 representatives, Abor & Tynna, canceled their performance at Madrid’s pre-party due to Tynna’s ongoing laryngitis, following their use of playback at the Amsterdam event. Abor & Tynna, Germany’s representatives at Eurovision 2025 with the song "Baller" (translated as "Shooter"), have canceled their scheduled performance at the upcoming "PrePartyES 2025" in Madrid. The cancellation comes as Tynna continues to recover from laryngitis. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This is not the first time Tynna’s health has impacted the duo’s Eurovision journey. During the pre-Eurovision event in Amsterdam, "Eurovision in Concert," Tynna performed with full playback to avoid straining her voice. Unfortunately, her condition still does not allow for a live performance. Official Statement from Abor & Tynna The duo announced the cancellation via an Instagram story on their joint account, explaining that Tynna’s health prevents them from participating in the event: "We’re really sad to say that we won’t be able to perform at the Madrid pre-party. Tynna is still...

Iceland: VÆB Reveals Changes to Their Eurovision Stage Performance!

April 16, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Iceland at Eurovision 2025: "Everything is going to be much bigger, more beautiful, and much more understandable" - this is how VÆB's new performance in Basel will look. When watching the pre-Eurovision version of the Icelandic duo VÆB and their song "Róa" (in English: "Row"), it is hard to miss the energy and joy that erupted on stage during the Icelandic national final. But now, as Eurovision 2025 approaches, they are preparing to raise the bar significantly. In their upcoming performance in the first semi-final in Basel, they plan to make far-reaching changes - both in the visual appearance of the stage, in the graphic design, and in the storytelling elements of the show. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Stage Revolution: "The Graphics Are Simply Insane" The duo shared in an interview with the Icelandic national broadcaster that the new performance in Basel will be completely different from the version presented in the national final: "It’s going to be much bigger...

Eurovision 2025: Which Famous Eurovision Artist Will Perform During the Interval Act?

April 16, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A surprise in the preparations for Eurovision in Basel: Azerbaijan’s 2020 and 2021 representative is expected to take part in one of the interval acts at Eurovision 2025! When will the artist perform? All the details inside. Yesterday (Tuesday), during a press conference, the Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR unveiled further information about the opening and interval acts for Eurovision 2025. At the event, the identity of Samira Efendi, Azerbaijan’s representative at Eurovision 2020 and 2021, was also revealed - she will perform in one of the interval acts during the contest! This announcement marks the first time, following the selection of local artists, that a non-Swiss artist has confirmed her appearance in the interval acts of the competition. Full details follow in the article. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Samira Efendi: The First Non-Swiss Interval Performer in Basel During the press conference, it was revealed that the artist set to perform in one of the interval acts is none other...

The Netherlands: Anouk Came Second in the Internal Selection for Eurovision 2025

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Anouk, the renowned Dutch singer and the Netherlands’ Eurovision 2013 representative, revealed in an interview that she unofficially learned she finished second in the Dutch internal selection for Eurovision 2025. Anouk expressed her disappointment in an interview with RTL Boulevard: “I really didn’t need to know that I was second. Honestly, they could have just said nothing.” As previously reported, the singer appeared on a local evening show in November and announced that she had submitted a song for the internal selection, hoping to represent the Netherlands at Eurovision 2025. The song she submitted is “Where The Mind Goes”, from her new album released last Friday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Regarding Claude, who is expected to represent the Netherlands at Eurovision 2025 with the song “C’est La Vie” (in English: "That's life"), she commented: “It’s a very safe choice. He’s young, fresh, and less likely to cause controversy. The song is happy and feels good – not a risky move at...

Romania: The Reason For the Withdrawal – And the Terms For A Comeback

April 15, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Why did Romania withdraw from Eurovision? What is the main obstacle to a Eurovision comeback? The Romanian national broadcaster reveals that the crisis causing its withdrawal is deeper than we know, and sets terms and conditions for a comeback. After withdrawing from Eurovision 2024 due to financial difficulties, the Romanian national broadcaster TVR now faces a more profound crisis impacting Romania's relationship with the competition. Beyond economic challenges, what other obstacles lie ahead? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At a recent press conference, Dan Turturică, president of Romanian national broadcaster TVR, raised complex issues surrounding Romania's prolonged absence from Eurovision. He revealed that, in addition to financial struggles, there is a severe breakdown in relations between TVR and Romania's music industry, including record labels and music companies. For years, TVR collaborated with record labels and artists by offering Eurovision as an exposure platform. However, TVR now questions whether the effort is worthwhile, as labels and artists benefit significantly while the broadcaster...