Montenegro: 32 Songs Submitted for the National Final of Eurovision 2025

Montenegro: 32 Songs Submitted for the National Final of Eurovision 2025

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a two-year absence from Eurovision, 32 songs have been submitted for Montesong, Montenegro's national selection set to take place on November 27th. Montenegro's national broadcaster, RTCG, has disclosed that 32 songs have been submitted for the Montesong Festival, which will serve as Montenegro's official national selection for Eurovision 2025. The event, set to take place at the Vučo Sports Hall in Podgorica, aims to choose the representative Montenegro will send to Basel after a two-year hiatus from the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Key Details of Montesong 2024 Montenegro confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025 on August 7, 2024, and opened the registration window for the festival on September 5. Although the registration window officially closed on October 1, festival organizers allowed a few additional days for song submissions arriving by mail. In total, 32 songs were received, from which the professional committee will select 16 finalists. The names of the songs and artists will be revealed on...
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Montenegro: Montesong 2025 National Selection Revised to One-Night Event

Montenegro: Montesong 2025 National Selection Revised to One-Night Event

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro reduces Eurovision national final to a one-night event. Montenegrin representative to be chosen on November 27. Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 national selection, Montesong 2024, has undergone a change in format. Initially planned as a two-night event, the Montenegrin broadcaster RTCG has announced that the festival will now take place on a single night. The revised Montesong 2024 will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the Voco Sports Hall in Podgorica. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Submission Process and Eligibility The submission window for songs opened on September 5 and will close on October 1, 2024. A committee from RTCG will select 16 competing entries from the submissions, and the winner will be chosen through a combination of 50% jury voting and 50% public voting. Performers must be Montenegrin citizens, but composers can be from anywhere in the world. Additionally, songs must include at least 51% of lyrics in Montenegrin, the country's official language. Any Montenegrin artist interested in registering...
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Montenegro: Eurovision Representative to be Chosen on November 27

Montenegro: Eurovision Representative to be Chosen on November 27

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro is launching a new national selection show called Montesong to choose its representative for Eurovision 2025. The festival will take place on November 26-27 in Podgorica. The Montenegrin broadcaster RTCG revealed today (Thursday) the official dates for the new Montesong festival, which will serve as Montenegro's national selection for Eurovision 2025. The festival will be split into two broadcasts airing on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 26-27, 2024. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro confirmed its participation on August 7, 2024, after a two-year absence. With today's announcement, RTCG opens the submission window for songs for the national selection. Local artists can submit their entries to the selection committee until October 1. A committee from RTCG will review the songs and choose 16 competitors to vie for the ticket to Basel. After the submission window closes, an internal RTCG committee will score the candidates by awarding a maximum of 50 points for melody, 30 points for lyrics, and 20 points...
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Montenegro: New Cost Sharing Model Enables Eurovision 2025 Participation

Montenegro: New Cost Sharing Model Enables Eurovision 2025 Participation

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro's Eurovision return in 2025 is supported by a cost-sharing model, easing financial burdens on the broadcaster. Montenegro is set to make a dazzling comeback to the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025, as the country gears up for its national selection event, Montesong 2024. This eagerly anticipated festival will see 16 songs vying for the chance to represent Montenegro on the grand stage in Switzerland. This initiative not only aims to select the country's representative but also serves as a vital platform for young and unestablished performers to gain essential audiovisual visibility and experience.. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Cost-Sharing: A New Model for Eurovision Participation The festival, organized by RTCG in collaboration with the Association of Variety Artists and Performers of Montenegro, is set to invigorate the local music scene.  By collaborating with the Association of Variety Artists and Performers of Montenegro, RTCG has strategically alleviated much of the financial burden typically associated with participating in the Eurovision Song...
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Montenegro: A Surprising return to Eurovision 2025

Montenegro: A Surprising return to Eurovision 2025

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro's national broadcaster confirms its return to Eurovision 2025, launching Montesong 2024 to select the next representative. Montenegro's national broadcaster, RTCG, has confirmed the country's return to Eurovision in 2025 after a two-year hiatus. This decision marks a significant comeback for the small Balkan nation, which last participated in the contest in 2022. Montenegro will select its representative through a national final, "Montesong 2024," with the winning act set to perform in Switzerland next May. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A New Beginning with Montesong 2024 After stepping away from Eurovision due to financial constraints, Montenegro is making a strong return. RTCG has outlined the rules for Montesong 2024, the national competition that will determine the country's Eurovision entry. This move signals a renewed commitment to the contest and a desire to showcase Montenegrin talent on an international stage. Artists interested in competing can submit their entries from now until October 1, 2024. The rules stipulate that performers must hold Montenegrin...
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