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Novartis: The Official Sponsor of Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

October 31, 2024 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The European Broadcasting Union announced that Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis is the official sponsor of Eurovision 2025, to be held in Basel, the company's hometown! Who did Novartis replace, and what are the implications for the Eurovision contest? The European Broadcasting Union recently announced Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis as the "official partner" (sponsor) for Eurovision 2025, replacing TikTok, which had held this role for the past three years. This new collaboration with Novartis provides Eurovision with a unique platform to highlight the values of science, health, and innovation, as well as celebrate the talent characteristic of the company's workforce. With 78,000 employees from over 100 countries, Novartis believes in shared creativity and international collaboration – values they share with the Eurovision Song Contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision and Novartis: A Partnership of Innovation and Excellence Martin Österdahl, the Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, stated: "We are thrilled to announce Novartis as an official partner of...

Germany: New Format for Eurovision National Selection Revealed

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The national selection "Chefsache ESC", a collaboration between German national broadcaster ARD and RTL Deutschland, will be used to choose Germany's representative for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The national selection "Chefsache ESC," a collaboration between German national broadcaster ARD and the commercial television station RTL Deutschland, will be used to choose Germany's representative for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. This announcement comes alongside Germany's confirmation of participation in Eurovision 2025, which was made back in May. Reports have indicated expected changes in the Eurovision selection process due to Germany's unsatisfactory results in the competition. Against this backdrop, German media speculated last November about the future involvement of music producer Stefan Raab in the German delegation for Eurovision 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chefsache ESC Today, at a press conference held at the Swiss Embassy in Berlin, the collaboration between ARD, RTL, and Raab was revealed as the connecting link for producing the national selection "Chefsache ESC". This new...

Israel: Auditions Continue for “HaKokhav HaBa” with Well-Known Artists

October 31, 2024November 3, 2024 by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The auditions for "HaKokhav HaBa" for Eurovision are ongoing, with more renowned artists trying their luck in the competition. Among them: Hamsa band, Ron Buhnik, Anna Timofei, and more... The reality show "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2025" has already begun filming its 11th season. This program will select Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025, and after a complex Eurovision year that ended with satisfactory results, expectations are high. The beloved hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela will once again lead the season. The judging panel for this season includes Assaf Amdursky, Keren Peles, Shiri Maimon, Eden Hasson, Ran Danker, and Itay Levi, bringing with them extensive and diverse experience, ensuring a competition no less fascinating and challenging than the previous season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Familiar Faces and New Contenders We have already reported on several well-known singers and artists who have come to the auditions with the goal of reaching Switzerland, and now we can report on several additional artists who have joined the competition! Hamsa...

Is There Hope for North Macedonia’s Return to Eurovision 2025?

October 30, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While North Macedonia has de-facto confirmed its absence from Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, due to budget constraints, new reports suggest that the final word may not have been spoken yet. A few days ago, we reported that North Macedonia would be absent from Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, as the competition was not included in the North Macedonian broadcaster's budget. However, recent reports indicate that officials at the broadcaster are considering the country's return to Eurovision, possibly as soon as 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Although North Macedonia's national broadcaster, MRT, published its budget specification for 2025 without allocating funds for Eurovision, the broadcaster's program council has convened in response to numerous requests from Macedonian Eurovision fans. The council approved that North Macedonia's participation in the competition is important, and that the broadcaster should make efforts to return to Eurovision. Council President Smiljka Janevska Sarkanjac emphasized the significant meaning of the country's participation in Eurovision, even if it...

Liechtenstein Will Not Participate in Eurovision 2025

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In a historic move, the majority of Liechtenstein's residents voted to abolish the law regulating public broadcasting in the country, potentially leading to the privatization of Radio Liechtenstein. What will be the implications of this decision on the country's possible participation in Eurovision? For the first time in its history, Liechtenstein's residents chose to transform their public broadcasting landscape. 55.4% of voters supported the initiative by the Democrats for Liechtenstein (DpL) party to repeal the law governing public broadcasting. This decision paves the way for the potential future privatization of Radio Liechtenstein and possible changes in media funding in the country (meaning Radio Liechtenstein would become a private, independent entity instead of government-owned). According to the party's statement, the vote does not give the government a mandate for full privatization but terminates public support for the station from December 31, 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alexander Batliner, president of the FBP party, expressed...

Historic Reunion: t.A.T.u., Russia’s Eurovision Representatives, Will Reunite!

October 30, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The iconic Russian duo t.A.T.u., remembered for their hits from the early 2000s and for representing Russia at Eurovision 2003, is reuniting after years of individual pursuits by its members. After years of distance and less successful solo careers, the girls who formed the iconic Russian group t.A.T.u. are returning to collaborate and perform together. The duo is expected to resume joint performances, having become a household name in the 2000s with major hits like "All The Things She Said," "All About Us", and of course, "Ne Ver', Ne Boisia" (in English: "Don't believe, don't be afraid") which reached third place at Eurovision 2003 under the Russian flag. Fans are eagerly awaiting the nostalgic performances that bring back the unforgettable music and the special chemistry between Elena Katina and Yulia Volkova. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In 2011, after 12 years of musical creation, the group's management announced its dissolution due to personal conflicts between the singers and their...

Australia Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2025

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Australian broadcaster SBS has officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland. Australian broadcaster SBS has officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland. Australia becomes the 35th country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2025, joining a diverse lineup including Austria, 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 the host country, Switzerland. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This announcement marks a significant milestone for Australia, as it celebrates a decade since its first Eurovision appearance in 2015 and coincides with SBS's 50th anniversary. The confirmation event took place at the Sydney Opera House, showcasing Australia's commitment to the competition. While the selection method for Australia's representative and song for Eurovision 2025...

Israel: Noa Kirel and Eden Golan Nominated For TikTok’s “Artist of the Year” Award

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Israel's Eurovision representatives from the past two years, Noa Kirel and Eden Golan, are nominated for the "Artist of the Year" award at the first-ever TikTok Israel Awards ceremony. For the first time in Israel, on November 11th, the official TikTok Awards ceremony will take place. The event will honor selected content creators with awards in 10 different categories. Among the nominees for the "Artist of the Year" award is Noa Kirel, Israel's representative and third-place winner at Eurovision 2023, alongside Eden Golan, Israel's representative and fifth-place winner at Eurovision 2024. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The nomination of both singers for this award is reasonable since both artists achieved great success in Europe and, more importantly, brought significant honor to Israel, in Eurovision and after it. Additionally, both singers have been actively promoting their music careers through the TikTok app, including a collaboration between them. Alongside Noa and Eden, three other candidates will compete...

Drama in France: Slimane Accused of Sexual Harassment

October 29, 2024 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); France’s representative for Eurovision 2024, Slimane, is now making headlines in France following a sexual harassment accusation by a production worker during his recent tour. Slimane, who achieved a fourth-place finish at Eurovision with his hit song "Mon Amour", recently reached platinum status in France. Along with his new album release, he’s also a nominee for the prestigious NRJ award. However, the spotlight on his success is now dimmed by severe allegations. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A production worker from Slimane's latest tour filed a complaint yesterday, accusing Slimane of sexual harassment. The incidents reportedly occurred on December 17-18, 2023, in Saint-Étienne, France, following the first leg of Slimane's Cupidon tour. After the performance, the team hosted a backstage party to celebrate the milestone. According to the complaint, Slimane approached the production worker, "embraced him forcefully", and expressed a desire for an intimate relationship. The worker responded that he was not interested, emphasizing that he was married and heterosexual, but...

Ukraine: Eurovision 2017 Host Reveals How Much He Earned for the Job

October 29, 2024 by Roy Moreno Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Timur Miroshnychenko, who hosted Eurovision 2017 in Ukraine, discusses the salary of each host and his plans for this year's Eurovision national final. The Eurovision Song Contest 2017 took place in Kyiv after Jamala's victory the previous year with her song "1944", bringing the competition to Ukraine for the second time. The event was held at the International Exhibition Center and featured three hosts – Oleksandr Skichko, Volodymyr Ostapchuk, and Timur Miroshnychenko. In a recent interview, Miroshnychenko shared details about his compensation for hosting the contest and his future plans in the Eurovision world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Equal Pay for Eurovision Hosts During the interview, Miroshnychenko revealed that despite Skichko and Ostapchuk having more screen time, all three hosts received the same salary of $7,000. This disclosure provides interesting insight into the financial aspects of hosting such a prestigious international event. For Miroshnychenko, who has built his career around Eurovision, the hope of hosting Vidbir, Ukraine's national final,...