Category: Eurovision

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In 100 days, Eurovision 2025 will kick off in Basel, Switzerland, with the first semi-final on May 13. We've gathered all available information and upcoming stages leading to the 69th edition of the contest in Basel. In just 100 days, Eurovision 2025 will commence in Basel, announced as the host city on August 30 for the 69th edition of the competition. Switzerland will host the upcoming Eurovision in May following the victory of Nemo, the Swiss representative, with the song "The Code" at Eurovision 2024 held in Malmö, Sweden last year. To mark this exciting day, we've compiled all the known information about Eurovision 2025. Additionally, we'll reveal what's in store for us in the next hundred days until the Eurovision contest opens in Basel with the first semi-final on May 13. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision in Basel: All the Details Eurovision 2025 will take place in the Swiss city of Basel, marking the third time Switzerland hosts the competition...

(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...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The preperations to Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, are in full swing. Ticket pre-registration attracted about 500,000 sign-ups so far, with organizers suspecting between one-third to half of accounts are fake. This year, unlike previous years, the official Eurovision website announced that to purchase tickets, individuals needed to first register for the ticket mailing list through the TicketCorner website by January 11th. This registration process was implemented to prevent ticket resale, a common issue that often hinders fans from acquiring tickets to live performances. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Thomas Pittino, the marketing manager for the Eurovision contest, revealed in an interview with local Swiss media (SRF) that between one-third to half of these registrations are suspected to be bots or fake accounts. He stated: "Between a third and half of these registrations are suspected to be bots or fake accounts." Efforts are underway to filter out these inauthentic registrations, as the purpose of the pre-registration is to allow genuine fans...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2025: Swiss media reveals new details about the vigorous preparations for the contest in Basel. Information about the host venue, Eurovision Village, and EuroClub has been disclosed. Preparations for Eurovision continue at full speed, with new details about Basel's plan to host the competition continuing to emerge. In a program on Swiss national television, new information was revealed about the host venue, Eurovision Village, EuroClub, and additional details regarding the city's preparations to secure and host the many tourists expected to arrive. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Host Venue Preparations Thomas Kastl, manager of the St. Jakobshalle arena, disclosed the venue's schedule during the Eurovision period, stating that the arena will be reserved exclusively for the competition for 7 and a half weeks. Work on the venue will begin on April 7 and will include upgrading the arena's roof, which currently can support 120 tons of equipment but will need to support 280 tons of technical equipment during Eurovision....

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2025: The Swiss Hotel Association takes action against exorbitant accommodation prices in Basel during the Eurovision period! The Swiss Hotel Association has decided to act against the inflated hotel prices in Basel during the Eurovision period, which we previously reported on. The Eurovision event is expected to bring a massive number of tourists from around the world to the city, indirectly causing a rise in accommodation prices due to increased demand and limited supply. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to Swiss media, the Basel branch of the Swiss Hotel Association has introduced a new regulation to prevent excessive pricing among its member hotels. In a meeting held last November, it was decided that during the competition week, room prices in hotels would be capped at double their standard rate as determined by the Basel Tourism Authority. In practice, this means that a room with a standard price of 200 Swiss francs per night will cost up to 400...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The branding and logo for Eurovision 2025 in Switzerland were unveiled last week, featuring a red heart. This design combines current trends with Swiss culture and echoes recent Eurovision messages of unity. The visual aspect of Eurovision 2025 in Basel has been revealed as one that combines contemporary trends with an attempt to connect them to Swiss culture and echo messages of brotherhood common in recent Eurovision contests. Art Director Artur Deyneuve is leading this year's visual design. Similar to last year, a designer with international experience was chosen, having worked for various agencies worldwide and currently working in the host country. Deyneuve, born in South Africa and raised in Portugal, where he studied marketing, later worked as an art director in London. In 2019, he moved to Switzerland and led, among other projects, the rebranding of SWISS Airlines. This year, he was chosen to lead the design team for Eurovision 2025 as the art director. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The producers of the Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR reveal expected changes for Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel, Switzerland, in an attempt to create more interest among viewers during the semi-final stage. The Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR has been tasked with organizing the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time in 35 years, and its producers are determined to leave their mark on the competition. This week, Eurovision fans got their first glimpse of what awaits them in the May 2025 contest, with the unveiling of the competition logo, stage design, and details about ticket sales for the shows. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Proposed Changes to Semi-Final Results Swiss producers Moritz Stadler and Reto Peritz discuss their intentions to change the semi-final results announcement in an interview. They state, "We are thinking of changes for the Semi-Finals, the voting is amazing in the Grand Final – there are a lot of emotions. For the Semi-Finals it’s not that exciting because you just...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ticket sales for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, will start on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 10:00 CET. How to order a ticket? How much will a ticket cost? All details in the article. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and the Swiss national broadcaster, SRG SSR, have announced that ticket sales for the competition will begin on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 10:00 CET, one day after the semi-final draw. This year, unlike previous years, to purchase tickets, one must first register for the ticket mailing list through TicketCorner. This registration is intended to prevent ticket resale, a common phenomenon that makes it difficult for many fans to purchase tickets for live performances. Early registration opened and will be available until 10 January 2025 at midnight (23:59 CET). It will not be possible to purchase tickets without pre-registration, so it is recommended to register as soon as possible, and at the same time, open an account on the...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The European Broadcasting Union and Swiss national broadcaster have released the official logo and stage design for Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel! What do they symbolize? The European Broadcasting Union and the Swiss national broadcaster, SRG SSR, have unveiled the branding for Eurovision 2025, centered around the theme "Unity Shapes Love". The competition's logo is composed of many small hearts, intended to represent unity. The logo is accompanied by the slogan "United By Music" – which has been used for all competitions since 2023. This exact slogan accompanied the contest in Liverpool, UK, and in Malmö, Sweden. Additionally, the stage design for the competition has been revealed, incorporating many Swiss elements. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swiss Democracy Inspires Eurovision 2025 Design The design is influenced by Swiss direct democracy, which revolves around listening and constant dialogue between elected officials and the people. Artur Deyneuve, the artistic director responsible for the design, explains: "In the design, we tell the story of...