Category: Eurovision

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The voting system for Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland, will remain unchanged, reports the Croatian Head of Delegation to Eurovision. Eurovision 2025 will be held in Basel, Switzerland, following Nemo's victory with the song "The Code". Despite Switzerland's controversial win at Eurovision 2024 in Malmö due to the Eurovision voting system, where the public vote winner doesn't necessarily win the competition, it was revealed today that no changes will be made to the voting system for Eurovision 2025, and it will remain identical for at least another year. This news was shared in an interview by Tomislav Štengl, the Croatian Head of Delegation and a member of Eurovision's governing board on behalf of the EBU, the Reference Group. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Voting System to Remain 50:50 According to Štengl, the voting will remain at a 50:50 ratio between the public and the jury this year. He said in the interview: "Changes have been made with different...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After facing boos in Malmö, Eurovision Executive Supervisor Martin Österdahl addresses questions about democracy, protests, and Israel's participation. Photo: Sören Vilks The 2024 Eurovision Song Contest held in Malmö, Sweden, was one of the most talked-about and complex competitions in terms of managing criticism and political sentiments in the background. Among the events that led to the heightened interest were the war in Gaza, which caused tumultuous protests outside the competition venue, and the boos received by Eurovision's Executive Supervisor, Martin Österdahl, when he announced that the final voting results had been checked and approved. "This is how it should be in a democracy," Österdahl said in an interview with the Swedish morning show SVT Morgonstudion, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression in such an international event. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Difficult Decisions During Political Crisis Österdahl, the Executive Supervisor of Eurovision, faced various criticisms from different audiences this year, especially regarding Israel's participation despite the tense security situation. "It's...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sweden's Eurovision Pre-Party Melfest WKND Dates Revealed Along with Tickets Sale Opening Date! As part of the preparations for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, Eurovision pre-parties are being organized across Europe, as they are every year. These events feature current contest participants, past representatives, and national finals contestants from previous years. Today, plans for two nights of parties in Stockholm, Sweden, were revealed, coinciding with the final weekend of Sweden's national final, Melodifestivalen 2025. The tickets sale date has also been announced. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish Melfest WKND Pre-Party Following the tradition established in 2020, two main parties will take place leading up to the Swedish national final: The pre-party on Friday, March 7, held the evening before the Melodifestivalen final, will host Eurovision artists from previous years. The main party on Saturday, March 8, will commence immediately after the final concludes. These events are organized by the Swedish Eurovision fan club, Melodifestivalklubben OGAE. General ticket sales will begin...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision 2025 season officially began in September, but this month, preparations for the competition are gaining momentum, with the first national selection of the season set to take place at the end of the month! So, what exactly can we expect in November? Here's a comprehensive overview! While preparations for Eurovision 2025 are ramping up among participating countries, it's worth noting that the season officially started in September with the revelation of the first singer to participate in the competition - Theo Evan, representing Cyprus. This month, we're about to receive the first song that will compete in the contest! Which country will it be from? And which other countries are expected to reveal their candidates for the national selections? Here's everything awaiting us this November! We recommend visiting our timeline page for a broader picture of the full schedule from today until the competition in May! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The First National Selection of the Season As...

(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...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The European Broadcasting Union announced that Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis is the official sponsor of Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, the company's hometown! Who did Novartis replace, and what are the implications for the Eurovision contest? The European Broadcasting Union recently announced Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis as the "official partner" (sponsor) for Eurovision 2025, replacing TikTok, which had held this role for the past three years. This new collaboration with Novartis provides Eurovision with a unique platform to highlight the values of science, health, and innovation, as well as celebrate the talent characteristic of the company's workforce. With 78,000 employees from over 100 countries, Novartis believes in shared creativity and international collaboration – values they share with the Eurovision Song Contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision and Novartis: A Partnership of Innovation and Excellence Martin Österdahl, the Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, stated: "We are thrilled to announce Novartis as an official partner of...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite recent reports of low public response, Basel managed to collect more than twice the required signatures to force a referendum against hosting Eurovision. How will this affect the competition's hosting? In July, it was reported that the Federal Democratic Union of Switzerland (EDU/UDF) announced it would demand referendums against funding Eurovision 2025 by municipalities or cantons comprising local government in Switzerland. In September, we reported on the party's preparations to collect signatures for a referendum, and about two weeks ago, it was reported that public response to sign the petition was very low. To force a referendum on the issue, the Federal Democratic Union party had to reach 2,000 signatures by the end of October. The public in the Basel-Stadt canton (one of the 26 states that make up Switzerland, each with its own borders, army, and currency) surprised everyone, and despite the goal seeming distant, no less than 4,203 residents signed the petition! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle...

(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...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Chairperson of the Eurovision Song Contest Reference Group, Bakel Walden, promised new conditions for artists in the upcoming competition during a recent interview, learning from incidents at Eurovision 2024. For Eurovision 2025 in Basel, organizers plan to provide participating artists with a "safe space". According to Chairperson of the ESC Reference group, Bakel Walden, in an interview to "Sonntagsblick," artists will be given a private area where they won't be filmed, aiming to ensure their mental and physical well-being during preparations and rehearsals. "We have a duty of care", Walden emphasized, promising increased attention to artists' welfare in the future. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Addressing Past Challenges Walden also addressed events that occurred at the last Eurovision in Malmö, which took place in the shadow of the Israel-Hamas war and the Middle East conflict. He acknowledged there were mistakes in communication and crisis management during the competition. "In the future, we will ensure more effective crisis management, strengthen...