Czechia: ADONXS will represent the country in Basel!

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For the first time since 2017, Czechia has decided its Eurovision entry through an internal selection rather than a national selection. After teasing the announcement on social media, Czech broadcaster, ČT, revealed that ADONXS will represent the country at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in 2025.

How was ADONXS selected?

ČT opened a submission window for artists interested, which closed on September 30. The final decision was made by three different panels:

  • A focus group of Czech citizens (40%)
  • An international panel of music experts (40%)
  • A committee from ČT (20%)

These panels evaluated the submissions and ultimately selected ADONXS as the Czech representative.

His entry for the contest is set to be released in the coming months.

Who is ADONXS?

ADONXS is a 29-year-old Slovak artist known for his work as a singer, songwriter, dancer, and model. He began his music career as a member of the group PACE before transitioning to a solo career in 2021. That same year, he won the seventh season of the Czech-Slovak version of Idol.

His debut single, “Moving On,” became a hit, topping the Slovak charts. With his distinctive voice, charismatic stage presence, and openly queer identity, ADONXS has become a prominent figure in the Czech-Slovak music scene.

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Angelina Mango among the world’s most searched artists on Google in 2024!

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The 68th Eurovision Song Contest captivated around 163 million viewers in May 2024, ensuring its status as a global cultural phenomenon. Among the notable success stories from this year’s contest is Angelina Mango, Italy’s representative. Despite finishing in seventh place, the 22-year-old singer achieved a remarkable accomplishment that stands out even by Eurovision standards.

Angelina Mango among the world’s most searched artists

Angelina Mango broke through in 2023 through her participation in the Italian talent show Amici. Her journey continued with a triumphant performance at the Sanremo Festival, where she competed among many established Italian artists, managing to win and securing her place as Italy’s representative for Eurovision 2024 with the hit song “La Noia.”

This success transcended national borders, as Google’s recently published data revealed that Angelina Mango was the tenth most searched artist globally in 2024.

This achievement is significant, considering the list predominantly features artists with many years of experience, while Angelina, who mainly sings in Italian, is a relative newcomer to the international music scene.

Cosa significa…”Cumbia”?

Within Italy, Angelina Mango topped the Google charts as the most searched person and artist of the year. Her song, “La Noia,” also piqued curiosity among Italian audiences, leading to one of the most popular search queries: “What is Cumbia?”

This question references the song’s lyric “È la cumbia de la noia”, highlighting how the track inspired listeners to explore the Latin dance genre, Cumbia.

 

Through her exploration of Gen Z themes and introspective lyrics, Angelina Mango resonated deeply with audiences. Her success exemplifies Eurovision’s unique ability to promote new talented artists to global recognition. As her journey continues, Angelina’s rise underscores the competition’s influence and international reach.

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Source: Google

Albania: The Grand Prize of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës is back & for the first time, the diaspora votes!

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Today, at the premises of the Radio and Television of Albania (RTSH), a press conference was held by the organizers of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës, from which the representative of Albania for  Eurovision 2025 will be chosen.

The panel consisted of directors and professionals involved in organizing this music festival, as well as the presenters Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu, whose names were announced for the first time. They shared details about the preparations, innovations, and the artistic program.

The Director of RTSH, Aurora Polo, revealed an innovation in the voting process for the Festivali i Këngës.

For the first time in Festivali i Këngës, the vote of the diaspora will play a role in selecting the winner.

The Artistic Director of the Festival, Elhaida Dani, emphasized the importance of the competition and transparency:

In this edition, there will be only one first-place winner, who will represent Albania in Eurovision, based on the votes of the jury and the public.

It is important to note that in the last two editions of the Festival, Albania’s representative for Eurovision was chosen separately from the overall winner of the Festival. However, this year, the organizers decided to return to the older tradition, according to which the winner of the festival will also be the country’s representative in Eurovision.

The festival’s director, Redi Treni, emphasized that the latest technologies would be used to deliver an impressive visual spectacle.

This festival will bring visual innovations in both direction and stage design, using the most advanced technology for the first time.

The 63rd Festivali i Këngës will take place from December 19 to 22 at the Palace of Congresses and is expected to offer four nights full of emotions, music, and spectacle for all ages.

You can listen to the songs of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës in the list below

  1. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  2. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  3. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”
  4. Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  5. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  6. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  7. Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  8. Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  9. Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  10. Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  11. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”
  12. Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  13. Jet – “Gjallë”
  14. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  15. Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  16. Klea Dina – “Dashuri Ngiej“
  17. Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  18. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  19. Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  20. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  21. Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  22. Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  23. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  24. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  25. Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  26. Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  27. Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  28. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  29. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  30. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”

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Source: RTSH

Spain: Benidorm Fest songs to be released on December 18!

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The Spanish public broadcaster, RTVE, will announce the sixteen songs competing in Benidorm Fest 2025 on December 18, aiming to represent Spain at Eurovision 2025. The reveal will take place through a press conference scheduled for 11:00 CET at RTVE’s headquarters, where all the songs participating in Benidorm Fest 2025 will be presented.

So far, all we know are the names of the artists and the songs with which they will compete. The 16 artists competing in Benidorm Fest 2025 are:

  • Carla Frigo – “Bésame” (Kiss me)
  • Celine Van Heel – “La casa” (The house)
  • Chica Sobresalto – “Mala feminista” (Bad feminist)
  • Daniela Blasco – “U Na Na”
  • David Afonso – “Amor barato” (Cheap love)
  • De Teresa – “La pena” (The pain)
  • Henry Semler – “No lo ves” (You don’t see it)
  • J Kbello – “VIP”
  • K!ngdom – “Me gustas tú” (I like you)
  • Kuve – “Loca por ti” (Crazy for you)
  • Lachispa – “Hartita de llorar” (Tired of crying)
  • Lucas Bun – “Te escribo en el cielo” (I write to you in heaven)
  • Mawot – “Raggio di sole” (Ray of sunlight)
  • Mel Ömana – “The Queen”
  • Melody – “Esa diva” (That diva)
  • Sonia & Selena – “Reinas” (Queens)

Benidorm Fest 2025 will follow the same format as Eurovision, with two semi-finals and a grand final. The 16 artists will compete in the two semi-finals on January 28 and 30, with four artists from each semi-final advancing to the grand final, which will take place on February 1. The Spanish representative for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, will be chosen during this final. For the first time in the history of Benidorm Fest, the full semi-final results will only be revealed after the final.

Last year, Spain was represented by Nebulossa with the song “Zorra.” The duo placed 22nd, with 30 points:

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SOURCE: eurovoix.com

Finland: Miryam Bryant to participate in UMK25?

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According to Iltalehti, Miriam Bryant is one of the artiststo compete in next year’s UMK.

Bryant performed for Finnish President Alexander Stubb in Gothenburg in the spring during his first state visit. Following this visit Miriam Bryant was invited to the Finnish Independence Day Gala (Linnan juhlat), one of the biggest celebrations of the country.   Around 2000 people are invited every year during Independence Day by the president as honored guests.

During the Independence Gala Iltalehti asked Miriam Bryant if she is planning to participate in UMK. 

What is UMK? Bryant answered the question.

It was then explained to Bryant that UMK is Finland’s equivalent to Melodifestivalen.

Oh no. I’m not. No, no, I don’t dare, Bryant said.

Miriam Bryant, is a Swedish-Finnish musician born in Gothenburg and currently living in Stockholm. Her mother is from Finland and her father is English.

Miriam Bryant is a very popular artist in Sweden. Her debut album was released in 2013, and her bigger breakthrough came in 2015 when she participated in the show Så mycket bättre.

Bryant has previously sung her songs in Swedish, but this year she released music in Finnish.  On Independence Day, she released the song Tää on slut, which is a Finnish version of the previously released hit Regnblöta skor.

We will get to know the participating artists for UMK on January 8, 2025. Until then, Yle expects that the artists will not reveal that they are participating in the competition.

According to Iltalehti, even if Miriam Bryant said that she will not participate, it is still possible that the rumors are true.  For instance, they remind us that when pop singer Robin Packalen participated in UMK, he denied the rumors when Iltalehti asked them about his participation in November 2022.  He ended up participating in UMK 2023.

Source: Iltalehti

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Katri Helena to offer last concert show after 60 years career!

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Singer Katri Helena will say goodbye to her fans and audience in a farewell concert at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium in August next year. She announced the news on her Instagram account.

The Last Night (Viimeinen Ilta) concert is Katri Helena’s only gig next year, and she will not perform publicly again after that.  The concert day is also the eve of Katri Helena’s 80th birthday.


In an Instagram post, Katri Helena says she is grateful to have been able to sing for so long. She also says that she has always done her work for the audience and listeners, not for herself.

I have always felt a great responsibility for what I do. When The Last Night (“Viimeinen Ilta” concert) is over, the main feeling will certainly be a great grateful relief.

Who is Katri Helena?

Katri Helena Kalaoja (née Koistinen) was born in 1945 in the village of Uuden-Värtsilä, Tohmajärvi, North Karelia. She wrote in her notebook “I am Katri and I am a singer” as early as the second grade of elementary school.  She has been a music artist since she was only 18.  She has performed for more than 60 years.  With almost 630,000 certified recordings sold, she ranks among the top 20 best-selling musicians in Finland and is the country’s second-best-selling female solo singer, after Madonna.

Katri Helena considers her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest for Finland in 1979 and 1993 among the highlights of her career.

Source: Ilkka Pohjalainen

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Serbia: These are the contestants of Pesma za Evroviziju 2025!

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The list of the artists who are going to take part in Pesma za Evroviziju 2025 was published today. Pesma za Evroviziju is the song contest through which Serbia choose their representative in the Eurovision Song Contest, and their are going to do so for Eurovision 2025 as well.

In the list which was published by the national broadcaster of Serbia, RTS, you can read the names of the 30 artists and the titles of their respective songs.

The 30 acts are as per below:

  • Buč Kesidi – Tužne ljubavi
  • Igor Simić – Ne mogu
  • Tropico band – AI
  • Tam – Durum durum
  • Džet Vega – Rolerkoster
  • Mila – Gaia
  • Dušan Kurtić – Boginja
  • Harem Girls – Aladin
  • Mimi Mercedez – Turbo žurka
  • Dram – Vanja
  • Ivana Štrbac – La La La
  • Milan Nikolić i banda – Storia del amor
  • Bojana x David – Šesto čulo
  • Iskaz – Trendseter
  • Tanja Banjanin – Ja sam bolja
  • Princ – Mila
  • Biber – Da mi se vratiš
  • Nataša Kojić – Up and Down
  • Kruz Roudi – Sve i odmah
  • SEDLAR – Oči boje zemlje
  • Jelena Pajić – Kameleon
  • Nikola Antonijević Anton – U grad
  • AltCtrl – Mamurna jutra
  • Filarri – Meet and Greet
  • GIFTS & ROSES – Do kraja vremena
  • Maja Nikolić – Žali srce moje
  • Ohajo – MaMa
  • Ana & The Changes – Brinem
  • Vukayla – MASK
  • Vampiri – Tebi treba neko kao ja

The list of contestants includes Princ, who finished second in the Serbian national competition in 2023, as well as Filarri, who competed in both 2023 and 2024 editions.

We remind you that Pesma za Evroviziju consists of two Semi-Finals and a Grand Final. The dates of the Semi-Finals and the Final are:

  • First Semi-Final – 25 February
  • Second Semi-Final – 27 February
  • Final – 1 March

Source: RTS

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EBU: New mandatory code of conduct for accredited individuals and other changes to the Eurovision Song Contest

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is introducing new initiatives and changes aimed at improving the experience of Eurovision Song Contest participants and reinforcing the values of community, respect, and equality. These changes seek to create a more positive and supportive environment and will be implemented for the first time at the 2025 contest in Basel.

Code of Conduct and Duty of Care Protocol

For the first time, adhering to a Code of Conduct will be mandatory for accreditation at the contest, fostering a culture of professionalism and respect. The Code will include compliance with local laws, a ban on political statements, and guidelines for responsible communication and behavior.

Additionally, the Duty of Care Protocol will ensure the safety and well-being of participating artists, encouraging collaboration between the EBU, the Host Broadcaster, and participating broadcasters to prevent unnecessary physical or emotional strain.

Changes to Event Organization and Participant Experience

To better support artists, the EBU has announced the following measures for Eurovision 2025:

  • Camera-free zones in key artist preparation areas.
  • More closed-door rehearsals to allow artists to focus without distractions.
  • Optimized rehearsal schedules to provide artists with more time for rest and to explore the host city.
  • Appointment of a Welfare Officer to act as a key point of contact for supporting artists and staff.

Commitment to Unity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The Eurovision Song Contest continues to stand as a symbol of unity and diversity. In 2025, the EBU will introduce the Eurovision Pledge, reaffirming its commitment to community, respect, and equality.

Statements from the Leadership

Martin Green, the new Director of the Contest, emphasized:

“We are united through music – and it is everyone’s responsibility to ensure the Contest remains an event that promotes unity, diversity, and inclusion. The changes we are introducing for Basel 2025 aim to offer the best possible experience for participants, staff, and audiences alike.”

Bakel Walden, Chair of the ESC Reference Group, added:

“The new measures to be implemented for Eurovision 2025 represent an important first step in the responsible development of this iconic music event, tailored to modern needs.”

The Catalyst for Change

The behavior of many accredited individuals during Eurovision 2024 appears to have been the tipping point that prompted the EBU to take these decisions. It is time for those attending the contest in a journalistic capacity to recognize that while they may also be fans, they are professionals within the press center and must act accordingly.

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Source: EBU

Serbia: This Week, the 28 Finalists for the National Selection Will Be Revealed!

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Preparations have already begun for selecting the songs to determine Serbia’s representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.

Olivera Kovacevic, journalist and director of the contest for Pesma za Evroviziju 2025, announced on her personal Instagram account that the official list of the 28 artists participating in Pesma za Evroviziju 2025 will be released this week.

A total of 222 songs were submitted for Serbia’s representation in Basel.

We remind you that Pesma za Evroviziju 2025 will once again consist of two Semi-Finals and one Grand Final. The dates for the semi-finals and the final are as follows:

  • First Semi-Final – February 25
  • Second Semi-Final – February 27
  • Grand Final – March 1

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Source: Olivera Kovacevic

Finland: SANNI and Jasmin Beloued will host UMK25

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SANNI and Yle Youth News journalist Jasmin Beloued will host the Finnish national final for Eurovision, UMK.

The participating artists for UMK25 will be announced on Wednesday 8 January 2025 in a live broadcast. You can follow the announcement with English commentary via Yle Areena streaming service.

Next year, UMK will be hosted by SANNI, one of the biggest artists in Finland, together with Jasmin Beloued.  The hosts will appear together on January 8 to announce the participating artists live at Yle Studios in Helsinki.

SANNI has earned widespread respect, winning three Emma Awards (Finland’s equivalent of the Grammys) and the Music Publishers’ Song of the Year award. Her hit single “2080-luvulla” became the most-played radio song in Finland over the past decade. With a career spanning five albums and one EP, SANNI’s music has garnered over 300 million streams, solidifying her place as a powerhouse in Finnish pop music.

“Hosting is really different from singing and I think this experience will bring me new ideas for performing. I’m sure that this will strengthen me as a performer in general,” SANNI

Jasmin Beloued began her career hosting Yle’s youth program Yle Galaxi in 2017 and gained further recognition in the spring of 2020 as the host of Yle’s special COVID-19 program for children. Since 2020, she has been a journalist for Yle’s children’s news service, Yle Mix, and since 2021, she has also reported from Finland’s prestigious Independence Day Reception.

“Being part of UMK has been my dream for a long time, and I have had the opportunity to collaborate with the UMK production team in my role as a journalist. That was how I made myself visible to the UMK team, and eventually I received a request for test shoots and got to join the team. This production is full of top professionals, so even though the role is very nerve-racking, I feel very confident. I am also a Eurovision fangirl, so it feels like a great privilege to be in this role and hit the stage in front of the audience in Tampere.”

The Final of UMK will take place on Saturday 8 February 2025 at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, Finland.

Source: STT Info | Yle

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