Albania’s Eurovision 2025 representatives, Shkodra Elektronike, held their second rehearsal in Basel with the song “Zjerm“. Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland.
Shkodra Elektronike, Albania’s representative, were the twelfth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with their song “Zjerm“. Shkodra Elektronike will perform as song number 12 in the first semi-final, scheduled for May 13th.
In the brief segment revealed, the singer Beatrice demonstrates strong vocal control as she stands center stage, accompanied by white “boxes” on which the drummer, Lekë, performs. The LED screens split the stage in two, with one section in black and white and the other in red. Various geometric shapes are projected on the LED screens. Overall, the stage direction appears quite simple and not particularly impressive, with the stage looking rather empty. The specific segment we saw is somewhat disappointing.
Innovative Stage Design and Visual Effects
As mentioned, the performance is very different from the one in the national selection. The two main colors that remain are red and black, which appear on the LED screens, in the set design, on the stage floor, and in the frame – all in various geometric forms. This time, the stage is used in an unconventional way: the mountains at the back of the stage have been lowered, and the front part is elevated, creating a sharp contrast with the black and white lighting.
Lekë is positioned mainly at the front of the stage, while Beatrice moves around, not giving up on the “voguing” dance, though with slight changes. The Albanian song stands out for its drum and bass foundation, which adds musical depth and interest to the performance. Albania maintains ethnic authenticity throughout the show, even in the smallest details: Beatrice will wear a red satin dress with a corset and sequins, specially sewn by her mother, and will wear a red glove on her right hand. Lekë will wear a military-style jacket with a double lapel, creating an especially impressive and glamorous stage look.
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Albania at Eurovision 2025
“Zjerm” (in English: “Fire”), is the song that will be performed by the duo Shkodra Elektronike, who will represent Albania at Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel, Switzerland, on May 13th, 15th, and 17th. The song was written by the duo members – Beatriçe Gjergji and Lekë Gjeloshi. This is the first Eurovision entry for the contestants and composers, and it is performed in the Albanian language.
The song “Zjerm” is intended to convey a call for hope, peace, and spiritual renewal. It encourages listeners to imagine a better world, remember their roots, and strive for unity and light even in difficult times. The song combines elements of national pride with a universal vision of peace and brotherhood.
Currently, Albania is ranked 10th in the betting odds tables for Eurovision 2025.
Shkodra Elektronike – Who Are You?
Shkodra Elektronike is an Albanian duo combining electropop with world music, formed in 2018 in the city of Shkodra located in northwestern Albania. The duo consists of Beatriçe Gjergji and Lekë Gjeloshi. The duo began gaining popularity in Albania in 2020 when they released songs like “Ku e gjeta vedin” and “Synin si Qershia“. They later began performing at international festivals. In 2022, they released their debut EP, and last year they released the song “Vaj Si Kenka Ba Dynjaja“.
Eurovision 2025: This will be Albania’s 21st participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. Albania joined the competition in 2004 and achieved its best result in Eurovision 2012 when singer Rona Nishliu reached fifth place with the song “Suus”.
