Ofek Jerassi, Author at EuroMix

Moldova: Will “Etapa Națională 2025” be Cancelled?

January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Surprise: A press conference is scheduled for tomorrow where, according to rumors, the Moldovan national broadcaster is expected to announce the cancellation of the Eurovision selection and an internal choice of an artist, despite auditions having already been held and a list of songs published. According to internet rumors, tomorrow at 11:00 (CET), the Moldovan national broadcaster, TRM, will hold a press conference where they will announce the cancellation of the Eurovision selection and the internal selection of Bacho and Carnival Brain with their song "Semafoare" to represent the country at Eurovision 2025. As a reminder, the broadcaster held an audition day for the selection where 26 songs competed, and a date for the final was already set for February 22, 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The announcement about Bacho and Carnival Brain, if true, likely comes as a result of the poor quality of this year's Eurovision selection. The songs in the Eurovision selection are not of satisfactory...

Salvador Sobral to Perform in Fundraising Concert for Palestinians Amid Ceasefire

January 21, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Salvador Sobral, the 2017 Eurovision winner from Portugal, will perform next month in a unique concert in Portugal in solidarity with Palestine. The proceeds will be donated to a local organization for "Palestinian liberation". Salvador Sobral will perform at the b.leza club in Lisbon at a fundraising event for the Portuguese organization "Coletivo pela Libertação da Palestina" to support the struggle for a "free Palestine" according to their statement, and to provide aid to Palestinian residents. ‎‏ The performance will take place on February 6, at 21:00 Portuguese time, coinciding with Israel being in the midst of the first phase of the hostage deal, which includes a ceasefire in Gaza, the return of 33 Israeli hostages alive and deceased, and the release of 1,000 terrorists, some who murdered brutally innocent Israeli civilians. The starting price for Sobral's performance is 15 euros, but organizers are encouraging buyers to pay even more to maximize donations to the Portuguese organization for Palestinian liberation...

Eurovision 2025: Eurovision Hosts Revealed!

January 20, 2025January 20, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swiss national broadcaster revealed that Michelle Hunziker, Hazel Brugger, and Sandra Studer are the hosts of Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel, Switzerland! During a press conference broadcast live from the host city, it was revealed today that the hosts of Eurovision 2025, to be held this year in Basel, Switzerland, will be Michelle Hunziker, Hazel Brugger, and Sandra Studer. During the conference, the producers stated that the hosts were chosen because they fit Basel's motto: "Welcome Home". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Additionally, several other details were disclosed at the press conference. It was officially confirmed that half a million people registered for the pre-sale of Eurovision tickets, although this list is likely to shrink before the official ticket sale. ArenaPlus was also announced, a giant stage adjacent to the Eurovision hall where the final event will be screened, hosted by Sven Epiney and Mélanie Freymond, who will also present Switzerland's 12 points on the final night. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle...

HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025: Moran Aharoni and Red Band – Israel’s Representatives for Eurovision?

January 19, 2025January 19, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A few days before the grand finale of HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025: Euromix team presents a special series of articles about the final four of "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision" This time: Why should Moran Aharoni and Red Band represent Israel at Eurovision 2025? Six contestants were left at this stage in the competition for "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025," with the winner representing Israel at Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel on May 13, 15, and 17. Among them are Moran Aharoni and Red Band, one of the most prominent contestants in "HaKochav HaBa for Eurovision 2025", due to their successful vocal combination and support from the judging panel, and because they are both well-known singers in the Israeli music world. Red Band are an Israeli puppet band formed in 2005 by Ari Pepper, Micha Doman, and Ami Wiesel, combining unique music and comedy. The band includes puppet characters like lead singer Red Orbach, guitarist Poncho, and...

Finland: Listen to the Songs Competing in UMK 2025!

January 16, 2025February 10, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Finnish national broadcaster, YLE, has just finished publishing the seven songs participating in the Finnish Eurovision selection, "UMK 2025" for listening! The Finnish national broadcaster, YLE, has finished publishing the seven songs competing in the Eurovision selection "UMK 2025". The Finnish Eurovision selection will take place on February 8, 2025, at the Nokia Hall located in the city of Tampere in southern Finland. The participating artists were announced last Wednesday, and the seven songs were released one after the other between January 9th to January 17th at midnight Finnish time each business day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); List of Participants and Their Backgrounds Neea River – "Nightmares" – A Finnish indie artist who describes her major influences as Rihanna and The Weeknd. She was involved in writing "Rodeo" for Poland's Eurovision 2023 representative, Blanka. Nelli Matula – "Hitaammin hautaan" – A Finnish pop artist who was on a break from music and considered retiring from the industry in...

HaKochav HaBa for Eurovision 2025: When and How Will the Grand Final Take Place?

January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Last week it was revealed that the final of "HaKochav HaBa for Eurovision 2025" will be held on January 22, culminating in the selection of the Israeli representative for Eurovision 2025, to be held in May in Switzerland. The representative will be chosen by the viewing audience and judges. All the details about the grand final are in this article! Eurovision 2025 is approaching, and the Israeli representative for Eurovision will be chosen during the final of "HaKochav HaBa for Eurovision 2025", which will be broadcast live on Wednesday, January 22nd. Four contestants will compete in the grand final of the show for the ticket to Basel, Switzerland, where the Israeli representative will need to advance through the semi-final stage to be held on May 13th and 15th. Last year, the grand final was held on Feburary 6th, this year it is earlier for the committee and KAN have more time to work with the chosen representative, before...

HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025: Who is the Man Behind Red Band?

January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); One week before the grand finale of The Next Star for Eurovision 2025: Ever wanted to know who's behind Red Band? All the behind-the-scenes secrets of Israel's hottest puppet band! Six contestants were left at this stage in the competition for "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025," with the winner representing Israel at Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel on May 13, 15, and 17. Among them are Moran Aharoni and Red Band, one of the most prominent contestants in "HaKochav HaBa for Eurovision 2025", due to their successful vocal combination and support from the judging panel, and because they are both well-known singers in the Israeli music world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Red Band are an Israeli puppet band formed in 2005 by Ari Pepper, Micha Doman, and Ami Wiesel, combining unique music and comedy. The band includes puppet characters like lead singer Red Orbach, guitarist Poncho, and keyboardist Lefty, and had their...

Finland: UMK 2025 Participants Revealed!

January 8, 2025February 10, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Finnish national broadcaster, YLE, has published this evening the seven artists participating in the Finnish Eurovision selection, "UMK 2025". Who are they? And when will their songs be released? The Finnish national broadcaster, YLE, today unveiled the seven artists competing in the Eurovision selection "UMK 2025". The Finnish Eurovision selection will take place on February 8, 2025, at the Nokia Hall located in the city of Tampere in southern Finland. The participating artists were announced, as mentioned, this evening, and the seven songs will be released one after the other between January 9th to January 17th at midnight Finnish time each day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); List of Participants and Their Backgrounds Here are the participants in the Finnish Eurovision selection, whose songs will be released in the following order, day after day, from midnight on January 9 to January 17: Neea River – "Nightmares" – A Finnish indie artist who describes her major influences as Rihanna and...

Israel’s Eurovision 2025 Representative to be Chosen on January 22nd!

January 8, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Contrary to conflicting reports: The final of "HaKochav Haba" will be held on January 22nd, culminating in the selection of the Israeli representative for Eurovision 2025, to be held in May in Switzerland. The representative will be chosen by the viewing audience and judges. Eurovision 2025 is approaching, and the Israeli representative for Eurovision will be chosen during the final of "HaKochav Haba 2025", which will be broadcast live on Wednesday, January 22nd. Last night, during the broadcast of "HaKochav Haba" episode, a promo was aired presenting the final date as January 21st. Today, a contradictory announcement was released, moving the final to Wednesday, January 22nd. Four contestants will compete in the show's grand finale for a ticket to Basel, Switzerland, where the Israeli representative will need to advance through the semi-finals on May 13th and 15th. The winner will be selected through a combination of audience votes and juries' decisions. (adsbygoogle =...

Croatia: Surprising Disqualification from Dora 2025

January 7, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Croatian national broadcaster reveals that another contestant in the Eurovision selection "Dora 2025" has been disqualified! Who is the new participant taking her place? The Croatian national broadcaster HRT revealed about a month ago the official list of participants in the Croatian Eurovision selection, "Dora 2025", which will take place on March 2. Now, it has been disclosed that singer Natalie Balmix has been disqualified from the Eurovision selection due to major changes she made to her song! According to the selection process rules, withdrawn contestants will be replaced by one of the four backup songs for the selection, similar to last year when, due to the withdrawal of one of the contestants, the second-place winner and public vote favorite in Eurovision 2024, Baby Lasagna, earned his place in the Eurovision selection and eventually won it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Balmix is not the first singer to not participate in the Eurovision selection after being chosen, preceded by the...