Germany’s First Rehearsal: Abor & Tynna Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

Germany’s First Rehearsal: Abor & Tynna Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany in Eurovision 2025: Siblings Abor & Tynna took the stage for their first rehearsal with the song “Baller”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The German siblings Abor & Tynna were the tenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Baller". They will perform in the second semi-final on May 15th between song number 14 (Israel) and song number 15 (Serbia), and in the grand final to be held on May 17th. Abor and Tynna from Germany are the third pair of siblings performing together this year, following Iceland and Ireland. They come from a family of musicians in Vienna, so here we have Austrians representing Germany in Switzerland-proof that Eurovision truly crosses borders, especially when it comes to the German language. This is also the first time since 2007 that Germany is sending a song in German, and it’s already a big hit. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Eurovision Song Contest...
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Eurovision 2024 Winner Nemo Reveals: Top Five Personal Favorites for Eurovision 2025 – Who’s Leading?

Eurovision 2024 Winner Nemo Reveals: Top Five Personal Favorites for Eurovision 2025 – Who’s Leading?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nemo Mettler shares their top five favorite songs from Eurovision 2025, revealing surprising choices from the 2024 winner’s perspective. After making history by winning Eurovision last year with the song "The Code" and bringing the contest back to Switzerland for the first time in 36 years, Nemo Mettler once again takes center stage - this time not as a contestant but as an unofficial commentator offering insight into their personal surprising favorites for Eurovision 2025. In a special post on social media, Nemo shared the five songs that, in their opinion, captivated them this year and deserve the grand prize. The list they revealed showcases an interesting mix of musical styles, languages, and stage productions, reflecting the musical diversity of the Swiss artist who recently released another new single. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nemo’s Favorites: The Top Five Choices As mentioned, Nemo did not settle for a general statement but clearly presented their five favorite songs...
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Flag Policy at Eurovision 2025: How the Netherlands Responded After Talks with the EBU?

Flag Policy at Eurovision 2025: How the Netherlands Responded After Talks with the EBU?

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The flag controversy: The EBU faced a strong demand from the Dutch national broadcaster to change Eurovision 2025’s flag policy. Was the demand accepted? The ongoing controversy surrounding Eurovision 2025, set to take place in less than a week in Basel, shows no signs of abating - did the Netherlands succeed in changing the contest’s rules? In recent days, the Dutch national broadcaster, AVROTROS, formally approached the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) with a request to reconsider the new flag policy that came into effect this year. The request followed growing public protest in the Netherlands, led by the COC, an LGBTQ+ rights organization, which opposed the guidelines restricting the use of pride flags during the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What’s Behind the Appeal? The debate over pride flags made headlines after the EBU ruled that, starting this year, only the flag of the represented country may be displayed in “official spaces” - including the stage and green rooms. This...
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How Did the Eurovision Director Respond to Ireland’s Demand to Disqualify Israel from Eurovision 2025?

How Did the Eurovision Director Respond to Ireland’s Demand to Disqualify Israel from Eurovision 2025?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ireland at Eurovision 2025: Following the calls to ban Israel from Eurovision 2025, an official response arrives from the European Broadcasting Union – along with a clear clarification. Is the battle over? Amid a letter from former artists demanding Israel’s disqualification from Eurovision 2025, which has stirred waves across Europe, the Irish national broadcaster has officially and unsurprisingly joined the call to boycott Israel. Yesterday, journalists from the Irish broadcaster RTÉ requested reopening discussions about Israel’s participation this year, citing concerns over the security and humanitarian situation in the Middle East. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Official Statement from RTÉ and EBU’s Firm Response Kevin Bakhurst, CEO of RTÉ, issued an official statement emphasizing the broadcaster’s position and intention to raise the issue with other participating broadcasters. He said: “I am horrified by the ongoing events in the Middle East and the devastating impact on civilians in Gaza, as well as the fate of the Israeli hostages. Although the participation criterion for...
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Croatia’s Second Rehearsal: Marko Bošnjak Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

Croatia’s Second Rehearsal: Marko Bošnjak Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Croatia's Eurovision 2025 representative, Marko Bošnjak held his second rehearsal in in Basel with the song "Poison Cake". Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. Marko Bošnjak, The Croatian representative, is the fourteenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with his song "Poison Cake". Marko will perform as song number 14 in the first semi-final, scheduled for May 13th. In the second rehearsal video that was published, extensive use of effects and pyrotechnics can be seen. Viewers watching from home will notice what appear to be "glitches" in the broadcast — causing the camera to shake during certain parts of Marco’s performance — along with audio distortions that sound like glitches themselves. The performance features heavy use of lighting in various colors, which change according to the dynamics of the song. When the song becomes more "chaotic," the lights flash in red and green; as the music calms down, the stage is bathed in a steady, calm...
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Will Sweden Be Disqualified from Eurovision 2025? All the Details on the Controversy Surrounding KAJ!

Will Sweden Be Disqualified from Eurovision 2025? All the Details on the Controversy Surrounding KAJ!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sweden under fire: Swedish representatives, the band KAJ, are at the center of a musical storm shaking Europe. Will the song leading the betting odds be disqualified just before Eurovision 2025? A dramatic storm is shaking the Eurovision world just before the start of rehearsal week: the song leading the betting odds for the upcoming contest in Basel, the Swedish band – KAJ – is at the heart of a musical controversy that could change the face of the competition. Serious allegations have been raised against the Swedish group, accusing them of musical plagiarism, and this controversy could end Sweden’s journey before the competition even begins. All the dramatic details are in the rest of the article! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Allegations of Plagiarism: Surprising Similarity Between Sweden and India The accusations raised in recent days focus on the opening melody of the Swedish song, which, according to listeners and musicians across Europe, is suspiciously similar to the chorus of the...
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Cyprus’ Second Rehearsal: Theo Evan Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

Cyprus’ Second Rehearsal: Theo Evan Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Cyprus’ Eurovision 2025 representative, Theo Evan held his second rehearsal in Basel with the song "Shh". Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. Theo Evan, Cyprus’ Eurovision 2025 representative, is the fifteenth and last act to have his second rehearsal today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with his song "Shh". Theo will perform as song number 15 in the first semi-final, scheduled for May 13th. It appears that expectations for Cyprus have not disappointed. At the start of the published video, singer Theo is suspended in the air on metal towers, performing precise choreography with his team of dancers in a manner reminiscent of the "Vitruvian Man", the figure on which the song is based. Near the end of the video, Theo jumps to the floor and continues singing flawlessly. The performance is impressive, Theo's vocals are highly successful, and the curiosity to see the full act is immense! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The dramatic rehearsal features two scaffolding towers...
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The Netherlands’ Second Rehearsal: Claude Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

The Netherlands’ Second Rehearsal: Claude Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Netherlands' Eurovision 2025 representative, Claude held his second rehearsal in in Basel with the song “C’est La Vie”. Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. Claude, The Netherlands' representative, was the thirteenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with his song “C'est La Vie“. Clude will perform as song number 13 in the first semi-final, scheduled for May 13th. The European Broadcasting Union has published a 30-second segment from the Dutch performance, where the singer Claude is seen dancing with two additional dancers. As they move across the stage, they are led toward three violinists who are also present on stage. The lighting and LED screens dominate in shades of blue and orange. Claude continues to wear his brown satin pajamas, but his vocal performance is not particularly impressive. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song gradually builds-from the initial verses in English to the chorus, where the bass kicks in and the atmosphere fills with the energy of a nostalgic party. Claude flirts...
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Albania’s Second Rehearsal: Shkodra Elektronike Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

Albania’s Second Rehearsal: Shkodra Elektronike Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Innovative Stage Design and Visual Effects As mentioned, the performance is very different from the one in...
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“Not to Become a Political Player”: How Did Norway Respond to Calls to Ban Israel from Eurovision 2025?

“Not to Become a Political Player”: How Did Norway Respond to Calls to Ban Israel from Eurovision 2025?

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Our job is to present reality": Another sharp demand to boycott Israel at Eurovision, this time from Norway. Will the Norwegian national broadcaster finally break its silence? The storm surrounding Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2025 refuses to subside. Just a few hours ago, we published an exclusive report in Hebrew about a letter from Eurovision artists opposing Israel’s inclusion - and now Norway takes center stage. Growing calls within the country are pressuring the Norwegian national broadcaster, NRK, to take a firm stand and demand Israel’s removal from the contest, amid the war in Gaza and accusations of human rights violations. But it turns out that reality is more complicated than the campaign initiators might have anticipated. While the public uproar continues to gain traction, the Norwegian national broadcaster has already made a quiet yet resolute decision—one that surprises many involved. What really happened behind the scenes? How did the Norwegian broadcaster respond, and what strong message is...
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