Drama in Malta: Which Contestant Was Disqualified from the Eurovision Pre-Selection?

Drama in Malta: Which Contestant Was Disqualified from the Eurovision Pre-Selection?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Maltese national broadcaster PBS announced the disqualification of a contestant from the Eurovision pre-selection due to format rule violations.  The Maltese national broadcaster PBS revealed about a week ago during a special broadcast the 24 contestants and song titles that would compete in Malta's Eurovision pre-selection, along with 10-second snippets of their songs. Now, it has been announced that one of the contestants has been disqualified from the pre-selection and will not be able to perform her song in the competition, after it was discovered that the song was released to the public before the allowed date for pre-selection songs. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Reason for Disqualification PBS made the decision to officially disqualify contestant Alexandra Alden from the Eurovision pre-selection after her song "Magnolia" was released to the public before the permitted date. This decision was made following a violation of section 3.3.1 of the competition rules, which states that no work (lyrics and music) may be published before November...
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San Marino: Eurovision Pre-Selection to be Held on March 8th Under a New Name!

San Marino: Eurovision Pre-Selection to be Held on March 8th Under a New Name!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino's national broadcaster SMRTV announced today the renaming of the "Una Voce Per San Marino" competition and the postponement of the final broadcast to March 8th. Today (Monday), San Marino's national broadcaster SMRTV announced several changes to their traditional Eurovision pre-selection. Despite auditions running since September, the competition's final has been postponed by almost two weeks. Additionally, the broadcaster declared a name change for the contest. From now on, the competition will be called "San Marino Song Contest". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); New Schedule and Format The grand final of the "San Marino Song Contest" was initially planned for February 22nd, then pushed to February 23rd. Now it's revealed to be postponed to March 8th, competing with other countries broadcasting their pre-selections on the same date, such as Sweden and Portugal.Here's the complete list of performance dates for the San Marino Eurovision pre-selection "San Marino Song Contest!": The first semi-final will be held on Monday, February 17th, from...
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Greece: Production Company for Greek Eurovision National Final Announced!

Greece: Production Company for Greek Eurovision National Final Announced!

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greek national broadcaster ERT has chosen the well-known production company DAM to officially produce the Greek Eurovision national final for 2025. The event will take place on January 29th, selecting Greece's representative and song for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. Greece's first Eurovision national final in 22 years will be held on January 29th, where the country's representative and song for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, will be chosen. For this major event, the Greek national broadcaster, ERT, has selected DAM Productions SA as the official production company for the national final. This industry giant, experienced in producing large and important events, promises an unforgettable evening for the Greek audience, while excitement builds for the reveal of the expected participants in the national final, planned for early January. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Experienced Production Company DAM Productions is responsible for a variety of well-known and massive events, proving that the production of the Greek national final is in good hands....
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Albania: Songs for Albanian Eurovision Pre-Selection Revealed!

Albania: Songs for Albanian Eurovision Pre-Selection Revealed!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen: Albanian national broadcaster RTSH today unveiled the songs competing in the 63rd edition of the Albanian Eurovision national selection "Festivali i Këngës". The Albanian representative and song for Eurovision 2025 will be chosen on December 22. Albanian national broadcaster RTSH today revealed the 30 competing songs for the Albanian Eurovision pre-selection "Festivali i Këngës", which will take place from December 19-22. For the first time, the Albanian representative for Eurovision will be chosen  through a combination of jury and public voting, with the jury having significantly more power than the audience, with a 60%-40% vote ratio in favor of the jury. This comes after the jury's favorite was crowned the festival winner in the last two years, while the audience favorite was chosen to represent Albania in the competition. The winner of the local competition will represent the country at Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel, Switzerland. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The full list of contestants...
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Estonia: Songs for Estonian Eurovision Pre-Selection “Eesti Laul” Revealed!

Estonia: Songs for Estonian Eurovision Pre-Selection “Eesti Laul” Revealed!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen: Estonian national broadcaster ERR today unveiled the songs competing in the Estonian Eurovision pre-selection, "Eesti Laul 2025". The Estonian representative and song for Eurovision 2025 will be chosen on February 15th. Estonian national broadcaster ERR today revealed the 15 competing songs for the Eurovision pre-selection "Eesti Laul 2025", scheduled for Saturday, February 15, 2025. The winner of this local competition will represent the country at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. Out of 175 submitted entries for the national pre-selection, 15 songs were chosen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The list of contestants and their songs is as follows: Minimal Wind - "Armageddon" Andrei Zevakin & Karita - "Ma Ei Tea Sind" Gem98 - "Psycho" Frants Tikerpuu - "Trouble" Janek - "Frozen" Joelle - "Eyes Don't Lie" Tommy Cash - "Espresso Macchiato" Räpina Jack & Kaisa Ling - "Tule" Tuuli Rand - "Rem" Ant - "Tomorrow Never Comes" FELIN - "Solo Anthem" Anna Sahlene - "Love Me Low" Stereo Terror - "Prty Till the End...
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Armenia: Registration Opens for Eurovision National Selection!

Armenia: Registration Opens for Eurovision National Selection!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Armenian national broadcaster AMPTV has opened registration for the national selection "Depi Evratesil", which will choose Armenia's representative and song for Eurovision 2025. The submission window closes on January 10th. Armenian national broadcaster AMPTV has officially opened the song submission window for artists interested in participating in the Armenian national selection "Depi Evratesil". This marks the return of Armenia's national selection process for choosing their representative and song for Eurovision 2025. The submission window will remain open until Tuesday, January 10th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eligibility and Submission Process The registration is open to all Armenian citizens or those with Armenian citizenship worldwide. Participants must be at least 16 years old or reach this age by May 13th, the date of Eurovision, in accordance with Eurovision rules. Interested individuals can submit their songs through the provided link. According to AMPTV rules, songs in the national selection can be in any language, including Armenian and English. A Return to National Selection This...
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Poland: Submission Deadline for Eurovision Pre-Selection Extended!

Poland: Submission Deadline for Eurovision Pre-Selection Extended!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Polish national broadcaster TVP extends song submission deadline for Eurovision 2025 pre-selection to December 8th, responding to high interest and requests from artists and creators. Less than a month ago, the Polish national broadcaster, TVP, confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland. Unlike last year, when the representative was chosen through an internal committee, it was decided to use a local Eurovision pre-selection. Today, the Polish national broadcaster announced an extension of the deadline for submitting songs to the Eurovision pre-selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rules and Regulations The rules for the Polish pre-selection were formulated by the OGAE Poland community together with artists, Polish recording companies, creators, and music producers. This comes after criticism directed at the Polish national broadcaster in 2023 for conducting a "for show" pre-Eurovision selection while actually retaining the power of choice for itself. Extended Deadline It has now been announced that the national broadcaster has decided to extend the deadline...
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Armenia Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2025!

Armenia Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2025!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Armenian national broadcaster AMPTV has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. Armenia announces the return of "Depi Evratesil" national selection after 5 years to choose their representative and song for Basel. Armenian national broadcaster AMPTV has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland. Armenia is the 38th country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2025, following Austria, Australia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Italy, Iceland, Ireland, Albania, Estonia, Belgium, United Kingdom, Georgia, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, Greece, Israel, Luxembourg, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, Malta, Norway, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Serbia, Poland, Portugal, Finland, Czech Republic, France, Cyprus, Croatia, Sweden, and host country Switzerland. After 5 years, Armenia will return to selecting its representative and song for Eurovision through the national selection "Depi Evratesil", which was used to choose the Armenian entry in 2017, 2018, and 2020. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Armenia's Recent Eurovision Performance The Armenian national broadcaster will return to Eurovision 2025...
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Greece: Hosts of Greek Eurovision National Final Revealed

Greece: Hosts of Greek Eurovision National Final Revealed

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2005 winner Helena Paparizou and Greece's Eurovision representative in 2004 and 2009 Sakis Rouvas will host the Greek national final on January 29, selecting Greece's entry for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. After selecting its representatives internally for the past 22 years, Greece will hold an open national final this year to choose its entry for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. Amidst growing excitement and rumors about the competing artists, the hosts for the national final, set to take place on January 29, have recently been revealed. Two well-known Eurovision stars in Greece will lead the broadcast: Eurovision 2005 winner Helena Paparizou and Greece's two-time Eurovision representative Sakis Rouvas. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision Backgrounds of the Hosts Helena and Sakis have rich backgrounds in the Eurovision world, which they will utilize to host the Greek national final for 2025 this coming January. Here's what you need to know about these two Greek Eurovision legends ahead of their new role: Helena Paparizou is Greece's...
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Surprise in Armenia: Is the Eurovision Pre-Selection Returning in 2025?

Surprise in Armenia: Is the Eurovision Pre-Selection Returning in 2025?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Another addition to Eurovision 2025? Many sources share that Armenia is expected to return to Eurovision 2025 with the pre-selection "Depi Evratesil," which will likely be used again to choose their song for Basel. Armenia's national broadcaster, AMPTV, has not yet officially announced the country's participation in the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. Now, according to a post by ESC DISCORD on the social network X, it appears that the country intends to return to Eurovision with the pre-selection "Depi Evratesil" after four years of internal selection for Eurovision. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 🇦🇲 EXCLUSIVE: Depi Evratesil returns as Armenia's national selection for #Eurovision 2025. The format was previously used to select Armenia's entries in 2017, 2018, and 2020, after which ARMTV switched to an internal selection. More details will be revealed soon. [image or embed] — ESC Discord (@escdiscord.com) November 22, 2024 at 1:30 PM History of Depi Evratesil In 2017, 2018, and 2020, Armenia used the "Depi Evratesil" pre-selection to choose its representative...
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