Avi Zaikaner, Author at EuroMix

Israel: The First Five Contestants Advance to the Next Stage

November 10, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "HaKokhav HaBa" - Episode 1: The new season kicked off tonight. Five contestants passed the first audition and are moving on to the next stage. The contestants who advanced are Daniel Wais, Ido Malka, Renana Boaziza, KLÉR, and Nati Livian. The new season of 'HaKokhav HaBa' for Eurovision 2025 launched tonight with its premiere episode. The show promises music and talent that will bring some joy to all Israelis during these challenging times. At the start of the episode, the hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela covered Eden Golan's journey leading up to the Eurovision competition, after which she performed a short segment of her song on the 'HaKokhav HaBa' stage. This season, judges Assaf Amdursky, Keren Peles, Shiri Maimon, Eden Hasson, Ran Danker, and Itay Levi will evaluate the contestants. Each contestant must achieve at least 70% of the votes, with each judge contributing 10% to the total score. The premiere episode continued with six auditions, during which five contestants successfully passed the first audition, thanks to the support of both the judges...

Tonight: ‘HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025’ Launches!

November 10, 2024November 10, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 20:30 (CET), the premiere episode of 'HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision' will be broadcast. The season finale will determine Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025. Stay tuned! The 11th season of 'HaKokhav HaBa' for Eurovision 2025 kicks off tonight! At 20:30 (CET), the premiere episode of the reality show that will select Israel's next Eurovision representative will air. Season filming began about a month ago, on October 10th, with the audition stage set to be broadcast over the coming weeks. The winner at the end of the season will represent Israel at Eurovision 2025. The show will be available on Keshet 12 and Mako LIVE. Click here to watch! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hosts, Judges, and Contestants Assi Azar and Rotem Sela will host the 11th season. As most of you probably remember, Assi Azar hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019, which took place in Tel Aviv. The judging panel includes Assaf Amdursky, Ran Danker, Shiri Maimon, Keren Peles, Itay...

Israel: “HaKokhav HaBa” to Air on November 10th

November 3, 2024November 3, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 11th season of "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025" will premiere next Sunday, November 10th. The winner of the show will represent Israel at Eurovision 2025. The reality show "HaKokhav HaBa" is set to air next Sunday, November 10th, with the broadcast of the first audition episode. Filming of the audition episodes began in early October, and well-known artists who may surprise us during the season came to audition for the show. The beloved hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela will once again lead the season. The judging panel for this season will again include Assaf Amdursky, Keren Peles, Shiri Maimon, Eden Hasson, Ran Danker, and Itay Levi. The winner of the 11th season of "HaKokhav HaBa" will represent Israel at Eurovision 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Collaboration Between 'Kan' and 'Keshet' On July 23rd, we revealed that the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (IPBC) and the commercial TV Broadcaster 'Keshet' agreed to continue their collaboration for Eurovision 2025. The agreement allows for the...

NRJ Music Awards: Eurovision Stars Nominated for Prestigious Prizes

November 2, 2024November 2, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The NRJ Music Awards ceremony featured performances by Eurovision stars and international artists, but all eyes were on France's Eurovision 2024 representative, Slimane, amid serious allegations recently published against him. The NRJ Music Awards, one of the most important ceremonies in the French music industry, took place last night in Cannes, France, accompanied by an exceptionally high level of curiosity this year. The annual event was particularly dramatic, not only due to the award announcements but also because of the presence of a certain Eurovision artist currently at the center of a storm. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Slimane's Emotional Victory Amid Controversy France's representative for Eurovision 2024, Slimane, nominated for two awards at the ceremony, became the focus of attention following a sexual harassment complaint filed by one of his former employees. Until the last moment, it was unclear if he would attend, but last Thursday he was spotted in Cannes, accompanied by singer Vitaa. Ultimately, he appeared on stage and delivered...

PrePartyES: Spanish Eurovision Party in Madrid Returns in April 2025!

November 2, 2024November 2, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Madrid's annual Eurovision party, PrePartyES, will be held on April 17, 18, and 19, 2025, featuring Eurovision 2025 contestants. Ticket sales will begin next week! The tradition of annual Eurovision parties in Madrid continues. Following the previous edition, which saw Eurovision representatives from 28 different countries participate, event organizers hope to replicate this success. They invite Eurovision fans to join the celebration, which will include three events on April 17, 18, and 19 at La Riviera club in Madrid, Spain. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); PrePartyES 2025: A Three-Day Eurovision Extravaganza The Spanish Eurovision party will maintain the format from the previous edition, featuring three events: Thursday, April 17: Dress Party - The kickoff event for the Spanish Eurovision party. Friday, April 18: Welcome PrePartyES - Featuring past Spanish Eurovision representatives and artists who participated in the Spanish national selection. Saturday, April 19: PrePartyES 2025 - The main event with Eurovision 2025 contestants. Ticket Sales and Event Details Early ticket sales will...

Israel: Auditions Continue for “HaKokhav HaBa” with Well-Known Artists

October 31, 2024November 3, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The auditions for "HaKokhav HaBa" for Eurovision are ongoing, with more renowned artists trying their luck in the competition. Among them: Hamsa band, Ron Buhnik, Anna Timofei, and more... The reality show "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025" has already begun filming its 11th season. This program will select Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025, and after a complex Eurovision year that ended with satisfactory results, expectations are high. The beloved hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela will once again lead the season. The judging panel for this season includes Assaf Amdursky, Keren Peles, Shiri Maimon, Eden Hasson, Ran Danker, and Itay Levi, bringing with them extensive and diverse experience, ensuring a competition no less fascinating and challenging than the previous season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Familiar Faces and New Contenders We have already reported on several well-known singers and artists who have come to the auditions with the goal of reaching Switzerland, and now we can report on several additional artists who have joined the competition! Hamsa...

Nutsa Buzaladze, Georgia’s Eurovision 2024 Star, in Israel: “Couldn’t Refuse to Perform”

October 29, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nutsa Buzaladze, Georgia's Eurovision 2024 representative, recently performed in Israel and shared insights about her connection to Israel, her experiences from Eurovision and the tragedy she experienced during it. Last week, Georgia's representative for Eurovision 2024, Nutsa Buzaladze, arrived in Israel for a special performance in Ashdod for the Georgian Jewish community. The day after, we met her in Tel Aviv for an exclusive interview. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); You surprised us with your visit to Israel. What brings you here? "Yes, I was surprised too! The Georgian Jewish community in Israel organized an annual show in Ashdod, and I was invited to perform there. As you know, there are many Georgian Jews living in Ashdod, and the municipality organizes a concert for them every year. Yesterday we had a wonderful performance with many guests, and it was simply amazing." Weren't you afraid of the reactions and the security situation? We are still at war after all. "To be honest, I was...

France: Louane responds to rumors about representing the country in Eurovision 2025

October 25, 2024October 26, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After weeks of speculation that French singer Louane might represent France in Eurovision 2025, the artist responds to the rumors with a definitive answer regarding her potential participation in the competition. After the French national broadcaster France TV confirmed that France will participate in Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, rumors began to surface about the identity of the singer who would represent the country. The French singer Louane, one of the hottest names in the French music industry in recent years, sparked much speculation among Eurovision fans and raised hopes that she might represent the nation. Now, the artist is responding to the question of whether she will represent France in Eurovision 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 27-year-old singer released a new album titled "Solo" today (Friday). Many Eurovision fans believed that a song from this album would be chosen for her to represent France at Eurovision. Additionally, the singer postponed all her performances scheduled for April and...

Italy: Eurovision 2018 Representative Criticizes Sanremo Festival

October 24, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fabrizio Moro, who finished fifth in Eurovision 2018, harshly criticizes the Sanremo Festival, through which Italy's representative for Eurovision 2025 is expected to be chosen this year. Fabrizio Moro, who represented Italy at Eurovision 2018 in Lisbon alongside Ermal Meta and finished fifth with the song "Non mi avete fatto niente," shares his criticism and thoughts regarding the Sanremo Festival 2025 in an interview ahead of the concert he will participate in, "Per la pace" (translated: "Life Against War"). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Criticism of the Sanremo Festival The Sanremo Festival 2025, set to take place this coming February, is expected to choose Italy's representative and song for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. Fabrizio was selected in the same way with his duo partner Ermal Meta when they won the Sanremo Festival 2018 and were sent to Portugal to represent Italy, where they finished fifth. Now, six years later, he expresses sharp criticism of the Sanremo Festival, particularly during its...

“The Longest Carpet in History”: Switzerland Plans Massive Eurovision in 2025

October 24, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2025 organizers reveal their vision for the competition events to be held in Basel, Switzerland next May: events throughout the city, sculptures with the host city's name, and the longest turquoise carpet in Eurovision history. The Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR, which will host Eurovision 2025 next May in Basel, is revealing more plans for hosting the competition in Switzerland's third-largest city. The organizers' general idea, which they have conveyed to the city's cultural and tourism sites, is to use Basel's various areas and local scenes to create an unmissable Eurovision atmosphere. Thus, the event organizers hope to transform it into more than just a live broadcast, but rather a comprehensive, massive, and vibrant event. Among other things, Basel is planning to hold the "Turquoise Carpet" ceremony in a way that has never been done before. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Transforming Basel into a Cultural Hub Basel aims to establish its position as a leading city in the...