Finland: Blind Channel Announces Hiatus and New Documentary Series

Finland: Blind Channel Announces Hiatus and New Documentary Series

by Tal Dahan Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In a dramatic announcement, Blind Channel, the band that represented Finland at Eurovision 2021, stated they are suspending their activities. They also released a trailer for a new documentary series. PHOTO: MONA SALMINEN The nu metal band Blind Channel, formed in 2013, represented Finland at Eurovision 2021 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with their song "Dark Side," finishing in an impressive sixth place. In the years following their Eurovision participation, the band released two albums that topped the Finnish charts and gained significant popularity both in Finland and abroad. The band consists of six members: Aleksi Kaunisvesi, Joonas Porko, Joel Hokka, Niko Moilanen, and Olli Matela. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Announcement of Hiatus and Gratitude to Fans In a statement on the band's official Instagram page, they expressed gratitude to their fans for their support over the years and announced plans for an extended break starting from the end of 2024, with uncertainty about their return date. "After two full-length studio albums...
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Azerbaijan: Potential Artists to Represent the Country at Eurovision

Azerbaijan: Potential Artists to Represent the Country at Eurovision

by Tal Dahan Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Initial hints have been published about the identity of the eight artists from whom the national broadcaster İTV will choose the representative for Eurovision. Who is likely competing for the ticket to Eurovision 2025? Azerbaijan's national broadcaster, İTV, has confirmed that a total of 154 potential songs were submitted to represent the country at Eurovision 2025. This marks a decrease of 60 songs compared to the previous year when 214 songs were received. Despite the decrease in submissions, the Azerbaijani national broadcaster expressed satisfaction with the significant increase in the number of songs submitted by local creators. 49% of the songs submitted this year were written by Azerbaijani artists and composers, an increase from 43% in the previous year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eight Potential Candidates  The X account 'Songfestival Azerbaijan' is now publishing initial hints about the identity of eight candidates from whom the national broadcaster will choose the representative for Eurovision. Among the potential names, there are...
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