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Denmark’s Second Rehearsal: Sissal Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 9, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Denmark in Eurovision 2025: Singer Sissal took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “Hallucination”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… Danish singer Sissal is the second contestant to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage in Basel, Switzerland, with the song “Hallucination”. Sissal will perform as song number 11 in the second semi-final, which will take place on May 15th in Basel. This year’s competition features 37 countries. In the video from Denmark's second rehearsal, we see Sissal wearing a blue bodysuit adorned with gemstones, and the fabric of her cape flows in the wind as the camera angle pulls back, creating a dramatic effect as she hits the high notes in her singing. The dancers around her are anchored to the floor but move with impressive fluidity, and their flowing garments, together with the animation on the LED screens, convey a strong sense of motion in the performance. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle...

Georgia’s Second Rehearsal: Mariam Shengelia Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 9, 2025 by Maayan Eli Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Georgia in Eurovision 2025: Singer Mariam Shengelia took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “Freedom”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… Georgian singer Mariam Shengelia is the first contestant to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage in Basel, Switzerland, with the song “Freedom”. Mariam will perform as song number 10 in the second semi-final, which will take place on May 15th in Basel. This year’s competition features 37 countries. In the video released from the performance, Mariam is dressed in her second outfit. As previously noted, at the beginning of the song she appears in a silver dress, and then she apparently removes it during the performance, revealing an outfit that includes red sequin pants and a nude-colored tank top with red sequin stripes. The graphics in the clip shift from snowy white mountains to a moving red circle that grows and shrinks, duplicating itself. There are flashes of blue and red...

“It Doesn’t Make Sense That Israel Is in Eurovision”: Nemo Speaks Out

May 9, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Drama in Basel: The Eurovision winner breaks silence with unprecedented criticism of Israel’s participation and the contest’s leadership. What pushed them to speak out now? Nemo, who brought victory to Switzerland at Eurovision 2024 with the song The Code, continues to spark controversy this year as well. In a new interview with HuffPost, they stated clearly: “I support the call for Israel’s exclusion from the Eurovision Song Contest.” Their comments join a wave of more than 70 artists and performers linked to the contest in the past, including two former winners, who recently signed an open letter calling to boycott Israel at the upcoming contest in Basel. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nemo Declares: “I Do Not Support Israel’s Participation” When asked in the interview whether they have an opinion on Israel’s participation, Nemo replied: “Yeah, I do. I personally feel like it doesn’t make sense that Israel is a part of Eurovision. And of Eurovision...

Eurovision 2025: Was the New Grand Final Qualifiers Format Accidentally Revealed?

May 9, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Drama in Basel: After weeks of promises and speculation – is this really the new qualifiers announcement format for Eurovision 2025? All the details about the leak that sparked a stir! The Eurovision community is buzzing once again: was the new semi-final qualifiers announcement format leaked by mistake? According to recent reports, the national broadcaster of Switzerland may have accidentally revealed what was meant to remain under wraps – and fans are already fired up. Full details about the leak follow below! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Surprising Leak in a Swiss Documentary In the documentary "Der Weg zum ESC 2025" (translated: "The Road to Eurovision 2025"), which aired recently in Switzerland, claims surfaced suggesting that the new qualifiers announcement format has been exposed. According to the report, the script shown during the film describes a particularly intriguing setup: each time, three countries will be highlighted on screen, with only one of them announced as a qualifier for the...

Malta’s Second Rehearsal: Miriana Conte Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta in Eurovision 2025: Singer Miriana Conte took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “Serving”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland Miriana Conte, Malta's Eurovision 2025 representative, was the ninth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Serving". She will perform as song number 9 in the secound semi-final, scheduled for May 15th. A glimpse into Malta’s rehearsal reveals a fresh and surprising arrangement of the song. Just before the chorus bursts with energy, Miriana slows the melody down—a dramatic move that highlights the higher notes blending perfectly with the background vocals. Colorful animations unfold across the LED screens behind the stage, while the lips-shaped prop and the disco ball within it integrate beautifully with Miriana’s charismatic stage presence. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); More details about Malta's performance Miriana has undergone a significant transformation in her appearance between the national selection and her new performance. In the...

Spain’s First Rehearsal: Melody Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 8, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Spain in Eurovision 2025: Singer Melody took the stage for her first rehearsal with the song “Esa Diva”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The Spanish singer Melody was the fifteenth and last act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Esa Diva". She will perform in the first semi-final on May 13th between song number 4 (Estonia) and song number 5 (Ukraine), and in the grand final to be held on May 17th. Spain wraps up the evening’s rehearsals with Melody performing her pop anthem “Esa Diva.” Melody is a seasoned pop star in Spain, with more than 30 singles and six albums to her credit. The song radiates a summer party atmosphere, and the dance remix was just the beginning of a complete overhaul since Melody’s victory at Benidorm Fest in February. The previous staging elements-the swing entrance, the throne, and the pink neon lights-have all been replaced. “Esa Diva” is about...

Italy’s First Rehearsal: Lucio Corsi Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 8, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italy in Eurovision 2025: Singer Lucio Corsi took the stage for his first rehearsal with the song “Volevo Essere Un Duro”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The Italian singer Lucio Corsi was the fourteenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Volevo Essere Un Duro". He will perform in the first semi-final on May 13th between song number 9 (Belgium) and song number 10 (Azerbaijan), and in the grand final to be held on May 17th. Italy’s first rehearsal for Eurovision 2025 features Lucio Corsi performing his glam rock ballad “Volevo Essere Un Duro.” Lucio, a 31-year-old singer-songwriter from Tuscany now living in Milan, has a unique style that pays tribute to 1970s glam rock and David Bowie’s piano ballads. The song’s title means “I Wanted to Be Tough”, and if you don’t speak Italian, it’s worth checking out the translated lyrics on Lucio’s Eurovision profile - this is a...

Switzerland’s First Rehearsal: Zoe Me Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 8, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland in Eurovision 2025: Singer Zoe Me took the stage for her first rehearsal with the song “Voyage”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The Swiss singer Zoe Me was the thirteenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Voyage". She will perform in the first semi-final on May 13th between song number 14 (Croatia) and song number 15 (Cyprus), and as song number 19 in the grand final to be held on May 17th. It’s Switzerland’s turn, the host country, with Zoë Më performing “Voyage.” Zoë was born in Basel, so this is something of a homecoming for her. The song is sung in French, but she’s also known for performing in both French and German, blending poetic pop with classic chanson influences. “Voyage” centers on a charged, deep relationship, with the singer finding herself in a new and complicated emotional reality. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland...

United Kingdom’s First Rehearsal: Remember Monday Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United Kingdom in Eurovision 2025: Group Remember Monday took the stage for their first rehearsal with the song “What The Hell Just Happened?”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The British group Remember Monday were the twelfth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "What The Hell Just Happened?". They will perform in the second semi-final on May 15th between song number 6 (Austria) and song number 7 (Greece), and in the grand final to be held on May 17th. The United Kingdom is represented this year by Remember Monday - a vocal group made up of Lauren, Holly-Anne, and Charlotte - who have built a following online thanks to their distinctive harmonies. Their entry, "What The Hell Just Happened?", has already been performed live at several pre-Eurovision parties. The song is about wanting to break free from routine, chase after intense experiences, and feel a sense of freedom, even...

Serbia at Eurovision 2025: Albanian Fans Disrupt Princ’s First Rehearsal!

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Serbia in Eurovision 2025: Albanian fans disrupted Princ, the country’s representative, during his first rehearsal for Eurovision 2025, which took place on Tuesday! The first incident of inappropriate behavior toward an artist was recorded in Basel, as Serbian singer Princ concluded his initial Eurovision 2025 rehearsal. Princ appeared on stage in a tailored red suit, while his dancers were dressed in black-a color combination that is traditionally associated with Albania, Serbia’s southern neighbor. From there, the situation quickly escalated. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); When Princ finished his performance, a group of Albanian fans present in the arena began shouting. They taunted Princ, directed various slogans at him, and claimed that he was “not performing under the right flag.” According to eyewitnesses, Princ remained calm, and security immediately intervened, escorting the Albanian fans out of the venue. The Serbian delegation quickly issued a statement clarifying that the colors on stage had no national significance. They explained that black...