The Netherlands vs. the EBU: To Appeal the Eurovision Flag Policy!

The Netherlands vs. the EBU: To Appeal the Eurovision Flag Policy!

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "It’s wrong to ban these flags at Eurovision": The Netherlands launches a new battle against the EBU over the new flag policy. What’s behind the move? The controversy surrounding Eurovision 2025, set to take place in just over a week in Basel, shows no signs of stopping—and this time, the Netherlands is at the forefront of the struggle. The Dutch national broadcaster, AVROTROS, officially announced that it will file an objection to the European Broadcasting Union's (EBU) new flag policy, which limits participating countries to displaying only their national flags during Eurovision. The decision was made by the broadcaster’s management after a meeting with the Dutch LGBTQ+ rights organization "COC," as reported by Dutch news outlet AD. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The New Directive: National Flags Only According to the new flag policy, set to come into effect at Eurovision 2025, only national flags will be allowed in the official areas of the contest—including onstage and in the green room,...
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Which Famous Former Contestant Will Announce Ukraine’s Points at Eurovision 2025?

Which Famous Former Contestant Will Announce Ukraine’s Points at Eurovision 2025?

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ukraine at Eurovision 2025: Ukraine at Eurovision 2025: which famous Eurovision star will present the Ukrainian jury points during the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final? The Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, has revealed that Jerry Heil will serve as the spokesperson for the Ukrainian jury during the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final. Jerry Heil, who performed last year in the competition alongside alyona alyona and achieved third place with the song "Teresa & Maria", has been chosen this year for the exciting role of announcing Ukraine's points. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Family Connection: Jerry Heil’s Emotional Message In an official statement, Jerry Heil expressed deep emotion about her new role: "Eurovision is a family. Once you become part of it, the bond is forever. It’s a safe place where you can truly be yourself, and where the music of your soul can be heard. Last year, we talked about our dream for Ukrainian music to be heard...
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How Did the EBU Respond to Calls to Ban Israel from Eurovision?

How Did the EBU Respond to Calls to Ban Israel from Eurovision?

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A firm response: How did the EBU react to calls to ban Israel from Eurovision? And what is the official guideline regarding Palestinian flags? All the details inside. In about a week, the Israeli delegation will head to Basel, Switzerland, accompanied by Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2025. She will perform the song “New Day Will Rise” as the 14th act in the running order of the second semi-final, scheduled for May 15. Against the backdrop of the ongoing war in Gaza and increasing calls from several European Union countries to boycott Israel, the EBU has released a firm and clear response: Israel will continue to participate in Eurovision 2025, doing so exactly as it has since 1973 – as a full member of the union, not as an extension of its government. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "This Is Not a Contest Between Governments": A Clear and Decisive Message The EBU left no room for doubt. In an official response...
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Basel Approves: Protests Against Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2025 Will Proceed

Basel Approves: Protests Against Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2025 Will Proceed

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Drama in Basel ahead of Eurovision 2025, as protests targeting Israel spark security concerns. Authorities respond with a surprising decision. What threatens the festive spirit of Europe’s biggest music event? Eurovision 2025 is less than two weeks away, yet the drama has already begun. In recent days, public calls have circulated on Swiss social media platforms urging people to participate in a mass protest against Israel’s participation in the upcoming contest in Basel, Switzerland. Behind these calls stands a new movement named "Escalate For Palestine", which is promoting a full boycott of the event in protest of Israel not being excluded from the competition—despite its ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip. The movement has announced plans for a major demonstration on May 17, the day of the Eurovision Grand Final, at Barfüsserplatz, the city’s central square. Additionally, it has promoted a series of protest actions throughout Eurovision week in Basel, including encouraging the public to engage in...
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Audience Champions: Will the Notorious Eurovision Runners-Up Return to the 2025 Stage?

Audience Champions: Will the Notorious Eurovision Runners-Up Return to the 2025 Stage?

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Beloved audience favorites are set to return: Käärijä and Baby Lasagna, both crowd-vote winners and runners-up, will perform as guest acts at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. A post published on the official Eurovision social media channels revealed that two of the contest’s most prominent stars in recent years, Käärijä and Baby Lasagna, will appear at Eurovision 2025 as part of one of the interval acts. Käärijä, who represented Finland at Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool, England. with the song “Cha Cha Cha”, secured first place in the public vote and finished second overall-a result that marked Finland’s best performance since its 2006 only victory. In addition, Käärijä also performed as a guest at Eurovision 2024, held in Malmö, Sweden. Joining him on stage will be Baby Lasagna, who represented Croatia at Eurovision 2024 with the song “Rim Tim Tagi Dim”. He too won the public vote and finished second in the final - Croatia’s highest-ever ranking in Eurovision history. The two, known as close...
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Malta: Which Fan-Favorite Former Representative Will Perform at Eurovision 2025?

Malta: Which Fan-Favorite Former Representative Will Perform at Eurovision 2025?

by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Another beloved past star returns to the stage: Destiny, Malta's representative for Eurovision 2021 (and the canceled 2020 contest) and winner of Junior Eurovision 2015, will take part in the guest performances at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. In a joint announcement on social media by Destiny and the Swiss national broadcaster and the official Eurovision page, the singer revealed that she is expected to perform at Eurovision 2025. Destiny, who was chosen to represent Malta in Eurovision 2020 with the song "All of My Love," did not get to perform that year due to the contest's cancellation amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The following year, she returned to the stage with the song "Je me casse," which earned her seventh place with 255 points - one of Malta's best results in the past decade. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At this stage, it has not yet been announced in which of the three broadcasts of the competition Destiny will appear - one...
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Montenegro: Who Are the Creative Minds Behind Nina Žižić’s Eurovision 2025 Performance?

Montenegro: Who Are the Creative Minds Behind Nina Žižić’s Eurovision 2025 Performance?

by Tal Dahan Comment Closed
(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...
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Greece’s Eurovision 2024 Representative, Marina Satti: “I Will Not Return to Eurovision”

Greece’s Eurovision 2024 Representative, Marina Satti: “I Will Not Return to Eurovision”

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "I'm not the right person to give advice": Greece's Eurovision 2024 representative, Marina Satti, speaks about Greece's current contestant and clarifies her intentions regarding Eurovision. What's really behind the dramatic decision? Marina Satti, who represented Greece at Eurovision 2024 with the song "Zari" (translates as: "Dice"), now reveals personal details about her journey in the contest. The feelings she shares indicate a clear desire to close one chapter and open another. Is this an admission of failure – or a natural response to pressure and criticism? And what did she think of Greece's current representative? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "I'm Not the Right Person to Give Advice" During an interview on the Greek show "Ακόμα δεν είδες τίποτα" (tranlates as: "You Haven't Seen Anything Yet"), Marina Satti was asked about her feelings regarding the participation of Klavdia, Greece's representative at Eurovision 2025, which will take place on May 15 in Basel, Switzerland. Satti praised the song and the performer...
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Greek Representative at Eurovision 2024: “I Will Not Return to Eurovision”

Greek Representative at Eurovision 2024: “I Will Not Return to Eurovision”

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "I am not the right person to give advice": Greek Eurovision 2024 representative Marina Satti speaks about Greece’s current representative and clarifies her intentions regarding Eurovision. What truly lies behind her dramatic decision? Marina Satti, who represented Greece at Eurovision 2024 with the song "Zari" (translated as: "Dice"), is now revealing personal details about her journey in the competition. The feelings she shares indicate a clear desire to close one door and open another. Is it an admission of failure—or a natural response to pressure and criticism? And what did she think about Greece's current representative? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "I Am Not the Right Person to Give Advice" During an interview on the Greek show "Ακόμα δεν είδες τίποτα" (translated as: "You Haven't Seen Anything Yet"), Marina Satti was asked about her feelings regarding the participation of Klavdia, Greece's representative for Eurovision 2025, which will take place in Basel, Switzerland. Satti praised the song and the performer but...
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Swiss Parliament Member in Harsh Attack: “Eurovision Could Destroy Europe”

Swiss Parliament Member in Harsh Attack: “Eurovision Could Destroy Europe”

by Guy Solo Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "For an entire year, all anyone talks about is gays and lesbians": A Swiss parliament member launches a rare attack against Eurovision. What lies behind these harsh words — and why is Europe stirred? Eurovision 2025 will take place in less than two weeks, and even before it has started, it is already under attack. Eric Weber, a member of the Grand Council of the Canton of Basel-Stadt in Switzerland, has launched an unprecedented assault against the Eurovision contest and its associated cultural influences. In an interview broadcast on the Belarusian channel STV, Weber warned about the dangers he perceives in the contest's existence and the cultural values it allegedly promotes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Eurovision? It’s Destroying Europe" Eric Michael Weber (born June 24, 1963) is a Swiss far-right populist publisher, journalist, and politician. He is currently serving his third term as a member of the Grand Council of Basel-Stadt, representing his independent political movement "VA", which is...
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