Category: Montenegro

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s national broadcaster RTCG announces that the national selection event “Montesong”—where the country’s Eurovision 2026 entry for Vienna will be chosen—will take place on December 21st. The Montenegrin national broadcaster RTCG has revealed that the country’s representative and song for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen on December 21st, during the national selection “Montesong.” Unless surprises occur, Montenegro is expected to be the first country to unveil its Eurovision 2026 song, even before Albania—which usually chooses its entry in the final ten days of December. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Vladana Vučinić, Montenegro’s Eurovision 2022 representative and lead producer of “Montesong,” stated: “It’s true that ‘Montesong’ has become almost synonymous with Montenegro's national pre-selection, but we see this festival as a platform to promote Montenegrin music and artists. All national broadcasters in our region invest even more money in similar festivals and selections, which also drive local music scenes forward. It’s a responsibility for Montenegro’s national broadcaster too.” This year, "Montesong" is set...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s national broadcaster RTCG unveils new details about "Montesong", the national final set to choose Montenegro’s representative for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. Vladana Vučinić, Montenegro’s representative at Eurovision 2022 and the main producer of the national pre-selection "Montesong"ת which will choose Montenegro’s representative for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, reveals new details about this year’s contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an interview, Vučinić highlighted several updates and improvements to this year’s national final: "We will try to make the pre-selection even better than last year. There are several changes, such as a larger venue and more substantial production support from the national broadcaster. In addition, artists will enjoy greater creative freedom. They can sing in any language they wish, unlike last year when they were obliged to perform at least 51% of the lyrics in Montenegrin". Vučinić also spoke about the expectations from the artists and the songs: "We will select up to 16 songs for the national pre-selection, but we cannot...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s national broadcaster RTCG has opened submissions for "Montesong", the national selection that will determine the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The Montenegrin national broadcaster RTCG officially opened today (Wednesday) the song submission window for "Montesong", Montenegro’s national selection for Eurovision. This marks the second consecutive year that Montenegro will choose its representative through this festival. A day after confirming its participation in the upcoming contest, the national broadcaster published the full set of rules for the second edition of "Montesong". The final date for "Montesong 2025" has not yet been revealed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rules for "Montesong 2025": RTCG revealed the regulations for the second edition of the contest, which will serve as the country’s pre-selection for Eurovision 2026: All songs must comply with the general Eurovision rules. Songs must not be published or performed before September 1st, 2025. Competing performers must hold Montenegrin citizenship. Songwriters may be of any nationality. Each songwriter can...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s national broadcaster RTCG confirmed that the country’s Eurovision 2026 representative will again be chosen through "Montesong". Rules for the second edition of the contest were revealed today. The Montenegrin national broadcaster RTCG has confirmed that Montenegro’s Eurovision 2026 entrant will be chosen once again through "Montesong". This marks the second consecutive year that the country will select its representative through the festival. Alongside the announcement, the broadcaster published the full set of rules for the upcoming competition. A date for "Montesong 2025" has not yet been announced. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rules for "Montesong 2025": RTCG revealed the regulations for the second edition of the contest, which will serve as the country’s pre-selection for Eurovision 2026: All songs must comply with the general Eurovision rules. Songs must not be published or performed before September 1st, 2025. Competing performers must hold Montenegrin citizenship. Songwriters may be of any nationality. Each songwriter can submit a maximum of two songs for...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Montenegrin national broadcaster RTCG has confirmed the country’s participation in Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria. The method for selecting Montenegro’s entry has not yet been decided. The Montenegrin national broadcaster RTCG has confirmed the country’s participation in Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria. Montenegro is the 25th country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2026, following Albania, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Boris Raonić, the Director General of RTCG, stated that Montenegro’s participation in Eurovision 2026 “is not in question”, though concerns remain regarding the selection process due to the broadcaster’s limited budget – half of which depends on donations. Council member Janko Ljumović remarked: “For RTCG, absence from the competition would be an admission that we are incapable”. He highlighted financial difficulties but emphasized that non-participation would be tantamount to giving up, despite a series of weak results. Council members Nikola Tatar and Marijana Camović...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s national broadcaster has not yet confirmed participation in Eurovision 2026, despite reports suggesting otherwise. The final decision will be made at the end of September. Journalists and Eurovision commentators were quick to affirm Montenegro’s participation in Eurovision Song Contest 2026, following the publication of a summary letter by the head of delegation, Vladana Vučinić, on the website of the national broadcaster RTCG after Eurovision 2025. In this letter, Vladana wrote: “See you next year”, which gave the impression that Montenegro is expected to return to the competition next year. However, it is important to clarify that the national broadcaster emphasized that final approval for participation will only be granted at the end of September. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rumors, Misunderstandings, and a Look Back at Montenegro’s Eurovision 2025 Montenegro’s representative for Eurovision 2025, Nina Žižić, finished in 16th and last place in the second semi-final of Eurovision 2025, with only 12 points - all from the Serbian televote. The result raised questions about...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s Eurovision 2025 representative, Nina Žižić, held her second rehearsal in Basel with the song "Dobrodošli". Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. Nina Žižić, Montenegro's representative was the second act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with their song "Dobrodošli". Nina Žižić will perform as song number 2 in the second semi-final, scheduled for May 15th. Nina stands in center stage, enveloped in smoke that floats across the stage. She is dressed in a huge, white costume, with a white scale appearing on the LED screens in the background. The costume is a bit disappointing, and it seems that no special surprises are expected on stage... (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Innovative Stage Design and Visual Effects Montenegro is making a long-awaited return to Eurovision 2025, and fans are excited to welcome them back in the competition. Nina Žižić, a singer-songwriter with a career spanning two decades, is representing Montenegro for the second time. Her first appearance was...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro’s Eurovision 2025 representative, Nina Žižić, held her first rehearsal in Basel with the song "Dobrodošli". Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. Nina Žižić, Montenegro's representative was the second act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with their song "Dobrodošli". Nina Žižić will perform as song number 2 in the second semi-final, scheduled for May 15th. Montenegro is returning in full force this year after a two-year absence, sending its representative to Eurovision 2013, Nina Žižić, for the second time! This time, Nina will perform a ballad, leaving behind the neon green of "Igranka" in favor of black and white. The song "Dobrodošli" deals with mental resilience and emotional complexity in the face of life's challenges. It describes the protagonist's journey through uncertainty and emotional struggles, encouraging listeners to face difficulties with courage and hope, understanding that hardships are temporary. Through poetic imagery, the song focuses on community, love, and shared human fragility, presenting life...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nina Žižić, Montenegro’s Eurovision 2025 representative, has revealed new details about her upcoming performance in Basel, Switzerland, including the designers and directors shaping her Eurovision appearance. Nina Žižić, Montenegro's representative for Eurovision 2025 with the song "Dobrodošli" (translated as "Welcome"), spoke in an interview with the Montenegrin magazine "MNE magazin" about her costume and stage direction for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The singer revealed that her outfit was designed by Amina Hasanbegović, a renowned Serbian fashion designer who has worked with many Balkan stars. Žižić previously noted in an interview with the Serbian outlet "BLIC" that her Eurovision costume will be similar to the one she wore at the Montenegrin national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Directing Team and Artistic Approach The singer confirmed that her performance will be directed by a well-known trio: Dalibor Ivanković, Boris Subotić, and Aleksandar Maričić - the same team behind her staging at the national selection "Montesong." According to Nina, alongside her vocal and...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nina Žižić, Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 representative, revealed new details about her upcoming performance in Basel, Switzerland, and is actively promoting her song "Dobrodošli" ahead of the contest. Nina Žižić, Montenegro's representative for Eurovision 2025 with the song "Dobrodošli" (translated as "Welcome"), shared details about her staging and costume during an appearance on the Serbian TV show Jutro na BLIC. The singer confirmed she will wear an entirely white outfit, similar to her performance at Montenegro's national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Žižić also explained that the black dress she wore in the revamped version of her song’s music video was chosen to create contrast with the original while maintaining the overall aesthetic of her Eurovision entry. Additionally, she confirmed that she will perform solo on stage without dancers or backing vocalists. Her vocal and emotional delivery will be complemented by impactful graphics and background visuals to bring the song’s narrative to life. The stage atmosphere in Basel will mirror...