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“Nemo Signed the Code of Conduct”: How Did Israel and Switzerland Respond to the Eurovision Winner’s Statement?

May 11, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Israel is an inseparable part of the contest": How did the Israeli delegation in Basel respond to the Eurovision winner’s comments—and what did the Swiss national broadcaster have to say? Nemo, who brought Switzerland to victory in Eurovision 2024 with the song “The Code”, is still at the center of controversy this year. In a new interview with HuffPost UK, the artist stated unequivocally: "I support the call to exclude Israel from the Eurovision Song Contest." This declaration joins a wave of over 70 artists previously connected to Eurovision—including two past winners—who recently signed an open letter urging the disqualification of Israel from the upcoming contest in Basel. Now, official responses have emerged from both the Israeli delegation and the Swiss national broadcaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Interview That Sparked It All In the HuffPost UK interview, Nemo spoke out strongly against Israel's participation: "Personally, I don't think it makes any sense for...

Today at 13:45: Eurovision Opening Ceremony Live from Basel!

May 11, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It’s time to begin! Today at 13:45, the festive opening ceremony of Eurovision 2025 will be broadcast live from the host city of Basel. We will be there to cover the event for you! Eurovision week has officially arrived! Today at 13:45, just two days before the first semi-final on May 13, Basel will host the official and festive opening ceremony of Eurovision 2025. The ceremony will take place at Messe Basel, a venue known for hosting events, conferences, and concerts. Starting at 13:45, watch the Eurovision opening ceremony live! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The opening ceremony marks the official start of Eurovision 2025 events and welcomes all delegations participating in this year’s contest. Out of the 37 competing acts, those who choose to do so will walk the turquoise carpet alongside their delegation members, receiving a warm welcome from both the local and international press (including the Euromix team from Israel). The opening ceremony is a fantastic opportunity...

France’s Second Rehearsal: Louane Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); France in Eurovision 2025: Singer Louane took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “maman”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The French singer Louane were the eleventh act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "maman". They will perform in the second semi-final on May 15th between song number 10 (Geogria) and song number 11 (Denmark), and in the grand final to be held on May 17th. In the clip released from the performance, the camera focuses on Louane as she sings with great emotion and intensity. Behind her, a burst of sand and smoke swirls dramatically, creating a striking visual effect. As the song progresses, the camera slowly pulls back in sync with the rhythm, revealing Louane standing at the center of the stage while sand falls onto her in elegant spiral motions. Throughout the segment, she maintains direct eye contact with the camera, delivering the song...

“Israel Has every Right to Stand on that Stage”: Eden Golan Speaks on Israel’s Participation – and Her Message to Yuval Raphael!

May 10, 2025 by Nitsan Eliraz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The eve before the official Turquoise Carpet event launching Eurovision Week in Basel, Israel’s 2024 Eurovision representative, Eden Golan, responds to the controversy over Israel’s participation in Eurovision – and what message did she send to Yuval Raphael? Eden Golan stepped onto the Eurovision 2024 stage carrying an immense burden: representing a nation under attack, while the eyes of the world were upon her. Having personally experienced the tense and difficult atmosphere, she now seems to be the only person who can truly empathize with the feelings of Israel’s 2025 Eurovision representative, Yuval Raphael. As calls to disqualify Israel from the competition grow louder, alongside warnings of potential security incidents, Eden posted a story this evening sharing what the contest means to her. "Eurovision has always been more than just a song contest," she expressed, making her firm stance on Israel’s participation clear and sending an empowering message to Yuval Raphael. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Supporting Israel’s...

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

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Spain in Eurovision 2025: Singer Melody took the stage for her second 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. In the video released from rehearsal, Melody stands on a marble-like square structure with stairs on both sides. She wears a silver bodysuit with fringe and embedded stones, along with black over-the-knee boots with silver laces. In front of her on stage are five dancers dressed in black. The lighting is white with flashes. From the ceiling, there is a fireworks effect that descends at the peak moment of the chorus. On the screen behind Melody, there are segments of...

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

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italy in Eurovision 2025: Singer Lucio Corsi took the stage for his second 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. In the video released from rehearsal, Lucio sings on stage wearing pointed, decorated yellow shoulder straps, a black mesh shirt, white makeup, and holding a guitar. Behind him, there are several vintage-style radios. There is also a piano, which he plays during another part of the song, and at a certain point, a guitarist in a gray suit with a quirky hairstyle joins him and sings with him into the microphone. The lighting is...

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

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United Kingdom in Eurovision 2025: Group Remember Monday took the stage for their second 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. In the second rehearsal video for the United Kingdom at Eurovision, the band Remember Monday takes the stage with a captivating presence-each member wears a distinct, bright outfit in pink, light blue, and yellow, creating a fresh and colorful look. Behind them stands an extraordinary stage prop: a giant chandelier that appears to have crashed to the floor, a dramatic visual hinting at chaos, fracture, or perhaps the breakdown of recent...

Switzerland’s Second Rehearsal: Zoë Më Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland in Eurovision 2025: Singer Zoë Më took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “Voyage”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The Swiss singer Zoë Më 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. In the video released from rehearsal, Zoë Më is seen singing and looking forward while the camera films her from the side. The camera slowly circles so that Zoë looks at it as she sings into the microphone. The background is black and dark, and she is lit with natural, warm, and intimate lighting. She sings gently, moving her head with the rhythm of her singing. Zoë wears natural makeup and a dress with an off-the-shoulder top...

Germany’s Second Rehearsal: Abor & Tynna Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany in Eurovision 2025: Duo Abor & Tynna took the stage for their second rehearsal with the song “Baller”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The German siblings Abor & Tynna were the tenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Baller". They will perform in the second semi-final on May 15th between song number 14 (Israel) and song number 15 (Serbia), and in the grand final to be held on May 17th. In the released video, the beginning part of the song is shown. Abor plays an electric cello outlined in white neon. He sits at the front of the main stage. Behind him, a white sheet drops, revealing two large speakers with a raised section with a railing and what looks like stairs at the back. It resembles a boombox, and between the two speakers there’s something that looks like an equalizer in turquoise neon lighting. Tynna stands on...

Storm in Basel: All the Details About Greece’s Dramatic Staging Change at Eurovision 2025!

May 10, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greece at Eurovision 2025: Ahead of the dress rehearsal, new surprises hint at a major twist. Is Klavdia about to transform her performance? A real stir surrounds Greece’s preparations for Eurovision 2025, following a dramatic revelation in an exclusive report by journalist Giannis Argyriou on the Greek website "Eurovisionfun." According to the report, Klavdia, this year’s Greek representative, who is set to perform 7th in the second semi-final on May 15, is planning a particularly surprising move during her performance of the song "Asteromáta"—something that has not yet been fully revealed to viewers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Two Outfits in Three Minutes: Unveiling the Big Move The information received, according to "Eurovisionfun," states: "According to our reliable and exclusive information, the outfit revealed in the first rehearsal photos is not the only one Klavdia will be wearing on the Eurovision 2025 stage. During the 3-minute performance, we will also see her in a completely...