Tonight: ‘HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025’ Launches!

Tonight: ‘HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025’ Launches!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 20:30 (CET), the premiere episode of 'HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision' will be broadcast. The season finale will determine Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025. Stay tuned! The 11th season of 'HaKokhav HaBa' for Eurovision 2025 kicks off tonight! At 20:30 (CET), the premiere episode of the reality show that will select Israel's next Eurovision representative will air. Season filming began about a month ago, on October 10th, with the audition stage set to be broadcast over the coming weeks. The winner at the end of the season will represent Israel at Eurovision 2025. The show will be available on Keshet 12 and Mako LIVE. Click here to watch! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hosts, Judges, and Contestants Assi Azar and Rotem Sela will host the 11th season. As most of you probably remember, Assi Azar hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019, which took place in Tel Aviv. The judging panel includes Assaf Amdursky, Ran Danker, Shiri Maimon, Keren Peles, Itay...
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Montenegro: Songs for ‘Montesong 2024’ Have Been Released!

Montenegro: Songs for ‘Montesong 2024’ Have Been Released!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen: Montenegro's national broadcaster has released the songs that will compete in the Montenegrin national final, 'Montesong,' today. The Montenegrin representative for Eurovision 2025 will be chosen on November 27. Montenegro's national broadcaster RTCG revealed the 16 songs competing in the "Montesong" Eurovision national final, scheduled for Wednesday, November 27, 2024. The winner of this local competition will represent Montanegro at Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland. Initially, singer Boban Rajović was set to participate in the selection, but he withdrew from the competition due to personal reasons. In his place, Tamara Živković entered the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Competing Artists and Songs The list of contestants and their songs includes: Anastasija Koprolčec - Kraj Bend "9" - Stop War Baryak - Dva Srca Dolce Hera - Repeat Đurđa - To Ljubav Je Glumci Bend - San Isak Šabanović - Ljeto, Ljeto, Ljeto Kejt - Obala Raja Luka Radović - Kada Dođe Maj Milena Vučić - Škorpija Nemanja Petrović - Među Zvijezdama Neonoen - Clickbait Nina Žižić - Dobrodošli Tamara Živković - Poguban...
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Ukraine: Eurovision Representative to be Chosen on February 8

Ukraine: Eurovision Representative to be Chosen on February 8

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, has revealed all details about the Eurovision national selection "Vidbir 2025," which is likely to be held on February 8. The Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, has released details about Vidbir 2025, their national selection for Eurovision 2025 to be held in Switzerland. The broadcaster is seeking producers for the competition, which is likely to be broadcast live on February 8, 2025. The selection, taking place amidst the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, sets special requirements both creatively and technically, and will include intensive rehearsals and a full live broadcast. The project will feature up to ten participants, with creative content to be broadcast on television and YouTube. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What to Expect from Vidbir 2025 The event is expected to take place at a location chosen with security considerations in mind, due to the war in Ukraine. The production includes building a unique stage to create an impressive and interactive performance...
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The Netherlands: Douwe Bob Aims to Represent the Country Again

The Netherlands: Douwe Bob Aims to Represent the Country Again

by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Douwe Bob, the Dutch singer and 2016 Eurovision representative, appeared on a local radio show and announced that he has submitted a song for internal selection, hoping to represent the Netherlands in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. Will the former representative return to the competition stage? With the confirmation of the Netherlands' participation in Eurovision 2025, the national broadcaster AVROTROS has opened the window for song submissions. Although registration is still open and the decision is expected to be made only in December, the 2016 Dutch representative Douwe Bob confirms that he has submitted a song for internal selection, with which he wishes to represent the Netherlands and return to the Eurovision competition in 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an interview with the radio program "538 Avondshow," Douwe shares his Eurovision participation experience and reveals that he has a song with which he intends to return to the competition stage. "When I participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in...
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Eurovision 2025 Voting System to Remain Unchanged

Eurovision 2025 Voting System to Remain Unchanged

by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The voting system for Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland, will remain unchanged, reports the Croatian Head of Delegation to Eurovision. Eurovision 2025 will be held in Basel, Switzerland, following Nemo's victory with the song "The Code". Despite Switzerland's controversial win at Eurovision 2024 in Malmö due to the Eurovision voting system, where the public vote winner doesn't necessarily win the competition, it was revealed today that no changes will be made to the voting system for Eurovision 2025, and it will remain identical for at least another year. This news was shared in an interview by Tomislav Štengl, the Croatian Head of Delegation and a member of Eurovision's governing board on behalf of the EBU, the Reference Group. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Voting System to Remain 50:50 According to Štengl, the voting will remain at a 50:50 ratio between the public and the jury this year. He said in the interview: "Changes have been made with different...
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Martin Österdahl: “It’s The Audience’s Right to Express Their Views”

Martin Österdahl: “It’s The Audience’s Right to Express Their Views”

by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After facing boos in Malmö, Eurovision Executive Supervisor Martin Österdahl addresses questions about democracy, protests, and Israel's participation. Photo: Sören Vilks The 2024 Eurovision Song Contest held in Malmö, Sweden, was one of the most talked-about and complex competitions in terms of managing criticism and political sentiments in the background. Among the events that led to the heightened interest were the war in Gaza, which caused tumultuous protests outside the competition venue, and the boos received by Eurovision's Executive Supervisor, Martin Österdahl, when he announced that the final voting results had been checked and approved. "This is how it should be in a democracy," Österdahl said in an interview with the Swedish morning show SVT Morgonstudion, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression in such an international event. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Difficult Decisions During Political Crisis Österdahl, the Executive Supervisor of Eurovision, faced various criticisms from different audiences this year, especially regarding Israel's participation despite the tense security situation. "It's...
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Luxembourg: Jury Panel Revealed for Eurovision 2025 National Final

Luxembourg: Jury Panel Revealed for Eurovision 2025 National Final

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Luxembourg's national broadcaster RTL has announced the jury panel for the upcoming Eurovision national final, featuring experienced Eurovision personalities. Luxembourg is set to make its mark on Eurovision 2025 with a national selection process that promises to showcase the best of the country's musical talent. The "Luxembourg Song Contest 2025" is shaping up to be an exciting event, with the list of participating artists scheduled to be revealed on November 18th, and the final selection of Luxembourg's representative to take place on January 25th. Today, Luxembourg's national broadcaster RTL announced the composition of the jury panel that will play a crucial role in selecting the country's representative for Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland, in May. The jury consists of five individuals with significant Eurovision experience, ensuring a knowledgeable and discerning selection process. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Meet the Jury The professional jury includes well-known names in the Eurovision community, mostly comprised of past winners, but also...
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Poland Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2025

Poland Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2025

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Polish national broadcaster, TVP, has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel, Switzerland. Poland will use a national selection to choose its representative, which will take place on February 14. The Polish national broadcaster, TVP, has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland. Poland becomes the 36th country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2025, following Austria, Australia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Italy, Iceland, Ireland, Albania, Estonia, Belgium, United Kingdom, Georgia, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, Greece, Israel, Luxembourg, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, Malta, Norway, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Serbia, Portugal, Finland, Czech Republic, France, Cyprus, Croatia, Sweden, and host country Switzerland. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); National Selection Process Unlike last year when they opted for an internal committee, Poland will use a national selection this year. The rules for the Polish national selection were formulated by the OGAE Poland community in collaboration with artists, various Polish record companies, songwriters, and music...
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The Netherlands: 2013 Representative Anouk Aims to Represent the Country Again at Eurovision 2025

The Netherlands: 2013 Representative Anouk Aims to Represent the Country Again at Eurovision 2025

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Anouk, the famous Dutch singer and the country's representative at Eurovision 2013, appeared on a local evening show and declared that she has submitted a song for internal selection, with which she wishes to represent the Netherlands in the Eurovision 2025 competition. Is the former representative on her way to Basel? Anouk's Eurovision Ambitions Anouk, the Netherlands' representative at Eurovision 2013, has confirmed her intention to return to the competition in 2025. During an appearance on RTL Boulevard, she revealed that she has submitted a song for consideration. Referencing her 2013 entry "Birds", Anouk joked, "Many people can breathe a sigh of relief because it's not a depressing ballad. No birds falling from the roof. It's quite a hard song."Despite submitting a song for the Basel competition, Anouk remains cautiously optimistic about the selection process. She stated, "As a songwriter, I also think the best song should win. I understand when people say: she's already been there." Anouk...
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Sweden: Five Additional Artists Expected to Participate in Melodifestivalen 2025!

Sweden: Five Additional Artists Expected to Participate in Melodifestivalen 2025!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The list of contestants for Melodifestivalen 2025 continues to generate rumors and headlines among Eurovision fans and news sites worldwide, alongside several additional artists expected to participate in the Swedish national final for Eurovision 2025. Melodifestivalen, Sweden's national selection for Eurovision, is one of the most popular and widely watched pre-Eurovision events. While the official list of contestants for Melodifestivalen 2025 has not yet been released, rumors about potential participants continue to circulate. Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet has revealed several new names expected to participate in Melodifestivalen 2025. Although this is not an official report from the national broadcaster SVT, Aftonbladet has a track record of accurately predicting contestants before the official announcement. Last year, they correctly predicted 29 out of 30 names. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Potential New Contestants Erik Segerstedt: No stranger to Melodifestivalen, Erik previously finished third in 2009 as part of EMD and reached the Second Chance round in 2013 with Tone Damli. New Girl Group:...
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