ERT National Final for Eurovision 2025: The Big Night on Wednesday January 29!

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ERT has officially announced that the national final to select Greece’s entry for Eurovision 2025 will take place on WednesdayJanuary 29 2025. This highly anticipated event is set to be one of the most significant music happenings of the year, capturing the attention of both local and international fans. For the first time in 22 years, Greece will choose its Eurovision entry through an open national final!

Twelve Songs, One Mission

Twelve songs will compete in the national final, selected by a special ERT committee from a record-breaking 187 submissions by artists from various musical genres. The finalists will be announced soon, building excitement and anticipation for the big night.

Public Vote, International, and Greek Jury

For the first time, the voting process will include contributions from the public as well as an international jury, creating a more balanced and representative outcome. Fans will have the chance to support their favorite songs, while experts will offer their insights to help determine the best choice. Additionally, a Greek jury of professionals will also contribute to the decision. Each jury will hold 25% of the final result, with the public vote accounting for the remaining 50%.

A National Final to Set New Standards

The production of the national final promises a spectacular stage and outstanding performances, blending Greek identity with international standards. ERT aims to deliver an entry that will stand out on the Eurovision stage in Basel, Switzerland, in May 2025, bringing Greece as high as possible on the scoreboard.

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The official announcement of the finalists, along with more details about the voting process and the event’s hosts, is expected in the coming weeks.

Mark the date: Wednesday January 29 2025. Greece is ready to choose the song that will represent the country at Eurovision 2025, with high hopes and big dreams.

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Source: ERT

BREAKING NEWS: ERT announces record-breaking 187 song submissions for Greece’s Eurovision 2025 national final

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Earlier today, ERT announced that a total of 187 songs were submitted by an equal number of artists for Greece’s national selection for Eurovision 2025, marking a record number for the country. The strong participation from Greek artists and creators reflects the growing popularity of the contest and the high level of interest from both emerging and established artists who are eager to represent Greece on the Eurovision stage.

The submitted songs cover a wide range of musical genres and styles, from traditional and folk sounds to modern pop, rock, and dance tracks, showcasing the diversity of both the contemporary Greek and international music scenes. Greece’s Eurovision representative will be chosen through a national final, featuring the top 12 selected songs. The final participants will be announced at a later date by a designated committee formed by ERT specifically for this purpose.

ERT’s goal for Eurovision 2025 is to deliver an outstanding artistic performance that combines Greek identity with international appeal. The selection process will involve a jury panel made up of music industry experts, as well as the public, which will also play an important role in the final decision. For the first time in ERT’s history of national selections, the jury will consist of both Greek and international members, aiming to bring greater representation and impartiality to the final result.

The Candidates for Greece’s National | Who Will Represent Greece at Eurovision 2025?

Greece aims to build on past successes and achieve a high ranking in Eurovision 2025. ERT’s announcement confirms that Eurovision remains one of the most beloved music events for Greek audiences and that Greek artists are ready to showcase original creations with global potential.

The official date of the national final and details about the contestants are expected to be released soon by ERT, as the public eagerly awaits the reveal of the songs competing for Greece’s spot in Eurovision 2025.

In the meantime, you can watch a video featuring some of the known contestants so far:

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Source: ERT

Maria Isabel to perform as a special guest at Junior Eurovision 2024!

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As the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest approaches, excitement is building for what promises to be a spectacular event hosted in Madrid, marking a historic moment for Spain. For the first time in fifty-five years, the Spanish capital will host a Eurovision event, adding to the significance of the show.

A symbolic Opening Act

In a heartwarming tribute to the history of Junior Eurovision, the Spanish audience will be treated to a special Opening Act that celebrates the past, present, and future of the contest.

The Opening Act will be a symbolic representation of the festival’s journey, with the theme of a garden — starting from the seed planted two decades ago to the blooming of a new generation of artists today. This visual metaphor ties into the artwork of this year’s contest, which emphasizes growth, unity, and the celebration of music across generations.

The Opening Act will feature three prominent Junior Eurovision figures. The one and only Spanish Junior Eurovision winner, Maria Isabel, will take the stage, on the twentieth anniversary of her victory in Lillehammer with her classic “Antes muerta que sencilla“.

Joining María Isabel on stage will be Zoé Clauzure, winner of Junior Eurovision 2023 for France and Sandra Valero, Spain’s representative in 2023, who secured a second-place finish in Nice.

All of them will join forces with the participating artist, singing a common song that reflects the spirit of unity and musical celebration. This performance will culminate in the traditional flag parade, where each country’s flag will be proudly displayed, marking the beginning of the show.

More Special Guests and Performances

As the Online Voting opens during the broadcast, Abraham Mateo, the 26-year-old Spanish singer and songwriter, will take to the stage with his hit song “Maníaca,” injecting even more energy into the vibrant atmosphere of the show.

With a stellar line-up of past and present Junior Eurovision stars, and the anticipation building for the 22nd edition of the competition, Junior Eurovision 2024 is set to be an unforgettable night. As Spain takes center stage, the country promises a celebration of music, unity, and the spirit of youthful talent — a fitting tribute to the legacy of the contest and its incredible journey over the past two decades.

Junior Eurovision 2024

The 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest will take place tomorrow at 18:00 CET live from Caja Mágica in Madrid. Spain will host the event following the country’s second-place finish last year and the refusal of the winning country, France, to host for the second year in a row. The slogan for this year’s contest is “Let’s Bloom!”, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will serve as this year’s hosts.

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Source: RTVE

Albania: The Song Titles for Festivali I Këngës 63!

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Following the announcement of the participant list for Festivali I Këngës 63, RTSH has gradually revealed the song titles of the competing artists. Today, the complete list of song titles for Albania’s national selection was finally released.

Below, you can find the list of participants along with their song titles:

  • Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  • Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  • Ardit Çuni – “Amane”
  • Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  • Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  • Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  • Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  • Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  • Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  • Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  • Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”
  • Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  • Jet – “Gjallë”
  • Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  • Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  • Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  • Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  • Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  • Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  • Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  • Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  • Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  • Olsi Bylyku – “Tupanët”
  • Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  • Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  • Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  • Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  • Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  • Stine – “E kishim nis”
  • Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”

A combination of jury and public vote will decide

This year, according to Euromix.il, Albania’s representative for Eurovision 2024 will be chosen through a combination of public and jury voting. The selection process will follow a 60/40 model, combining jury and audience input to determine the country’s next entry.

This change reflects Festivali i Këngës’ gradual shift toward incorporating more public input, especially in the context of Eurovision. For many years, the festival faced criticism regarding transparency and its failure to align with modern Eurovision standards.

The dates for FiK 63 have not yet been announced. However, renowned singer and Albania’s former Eurovision representative, Elhaida Dani, will serve as the festival’s artistic director this year.

The Albanian public’s pick for Eurovision 2024 was Besa with her song “Zemrën n’dorë“. Besa released a revamped version in English titled “Titan” for Eurovision, where she did not make it to the Grand Final, finishing fourteenth in the second semi-final.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQG22XJIdWw

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Source: RTSH

Sweden: Two more artists added to the list of Melodifestivalen 2025!

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In anticipation of the official announcements regarding the line-up for Melodifestivalen 2025, Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet has revealed two more names that seem to be courting Sweden’s representation in the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. Both artists are new talents who will try their luck in the contest for the first time:

  • Saga Ludvigsson: At the age of 18, she has participated in the talent show “Talang”, where she was a finalist, as well as in the “Idol” contest, finishing second.
  • Adrian Macéus: The 19-year-old singer has been on the musical theatre stage and played the lead role in the Christmas calendar “Storm på lugna gatan”.

According to Aftonbladet, Swedish broadcaster SVT aims to present the full list of artists around the end of November through a press conference.

With the new additions the Melodifestivalen 2025 participant list is almost complete, as we are able to know 28 out of 30 possible contestants. The names of the artists are as follows:

  • Måns Zelmerlöw
  • Kaliffa
  • Arvingarna
  • Andreas Lundstedt
  • Dolly-Style
  • Malou Prytz
  • Klara Hammarström
  • Scarlet
  • John Lundvik
  • Maja Ivarsson
  • Meira Omar
  • Annika Wickihalder
  • Tennessee Tears
  • Björn Holmgren
  • KAJ
  • Arwin
  • Angelino
  • Kristofer Greczula
  • Albin Johnsén
  • Nomi Bontegard
  • Maria Rolf, Maria Persson and Sandra Estberg
  • Linnea Henriksson
  • Ella Tiritiello
  • Fredrik ”Swedish cowboy” Lundman
  • Erik Segerstedt
  • Victoria Silvstedt
  • Saga Ludvigsson
  • Adrian Macéus

Melodifestivalen is expected to start on 1 February 2025 and the grand final will take place on 8 March.

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Source: aftonbladet

 

EXCLUSIVE: Theo Evan in Athens for the final recording of Cyprus’ Eurovision 2025 entry

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Theo Evan, Cyprus’ representative for Eurovision 2025, is currently in Athens to complete the final recording of the song with which he will compete in Basel.

Final Recording for Theo Evan

Theo Evan will be carrying out the final recording of his entry in Athens over the next few days. He arrived in the Greek capital yesterday specifically for this purpose, as the recording is scheduled for this afternoon.

As mentioned in our previous articles, the song is the work of a team of creators from both Greece and abroad, who have had notable success both within and beyond the Eurovision contest.

With a very promising project and a significant figure from the past returning to the spotlight, Theo Evan and the entire Cypriot delegation have high hopes that this song can bring Cyprus a top position on the scoreboard. But who is this figure, and when will they be revealed? It’s likely that we’ll have to wait until May 17, the day of the Eurovision 2025 final… or will we find out sooner?

The Team is Ready

Once again, Cyprus’ national broadcaster, RIK, is demonstrating foresight. According to our exclusive information, it has already secured all contributors for its upcoming participation in the contest.

With a refreshed team, featuring individuals likely to spark positive surprise and enthusiasm among Eurovision fans, RIK is investing in its Eurovision 2025 project with considerable confidence.

At the same time, RIK is maintaining a low profile, aiming to make a memorable impact both with the song’s release and on the Eurovision stage this May.

As in previous years, RIK is expected to announce the names of this year’s team members gradually over the coming period.

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Belgium: Eurosong 2025 line-up revealed!

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VRT has officially unveiled the lineup for Eurosong 2025, the Belgian national selection process for the Eurovision Song Contest. After contacting record labels, VRT has come to a shortlist of eight artists who will compete for the Belgian representation in Eurovision 2025.

The line-up

Eight artists will compete in Eurosong 2025:

  • Jelle van Dael
  • Lenn, Grace
  • Mentissa
  • LEEZ
  • Le Manou
  • Red Sebastian
  • Stefanie Callebaut

Each artist will showcase their unique musical style and vision, ensuring that the competition offers a diverse range of performances.

Eurosong 2025 – The Format

The selection process will consist of two preliminary rounds, in which the artists will perform their chosen songs in their most authentic form, without any extra stage effects or production enhancements.

Following the two preliminary rounds, the final of Eurosong 2025 will take place in a live show on Saturday, February 1st, 2025. The final decision of which artist will represent Belgium at Eurovision 2025 will be determined by a combination of public votes and a professional jury.

The show will once again be hosted by Peter Van de Veire, a familiar face in the Belgian Eurovision scene. As always, he will also provide expert commentary during the Eurovision Song Contest in May, offering insights and updates as the competition unfolds.

Mustii represented Belgium in Eurovision 2024 with his entry “Before The Party’s Over”. Despite being a fan-favorite, Mustii did not qualify to the grand final, finishing thirteenth in the second semi-final.

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Source: VRT

Junior Eurovision 2024: Exclusive TV footage from all seventeen second rehearsals!

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The rehearsals at Caja Mágica are in full swing as the first technical rehearsals have concluded and the second round is now underway.

The second set of rehearsals at Junior Eurovision has given delegations the opportunity to address any issues that came up during the first round. This has allowed the artists to feel more confident and secure as they prepare to take the main stage.

However, details about the performances remain limited, as accredited journalists are not allowed to attend either the first or second rehearsals. To give fans a sneak peek, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has shared a recap of all the seventeen second rehearsals on YouTube via the official Junior Eurovision channel. This exclusive footage offers highlights from today’s sessions, providing viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at the preparation process.

You can watch the recap of the second rehearsals below:

What’s next?

On Friday, November 15, the two Dress Rehearsals will be held. The Dress Rehearsals are full run-throughs of the show from start to finish, including the performances, interval acts, and voting sequence.

Then and it is time for Dress Rehearsals. The First Dress Rehearsal will take place on Friday morning, while the Second Dress Rehearsal will take place in the evening. The Second Dress Rehearsal is particularly important as it is also the Jury Final. This is when the seventeen national juries will watch the full show and cast their votes, which will help determine the final outcome of the competition.

Moreover, on Friday the first phase of the Online Voting will commence and the half of the contest’s outcome will be determined.

Junior Eurovision 2024

Seventeen countries will take part in the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest:

  1. Italy: Simone Grande – “Pigiama Party”
  2. Estonia: Annabelle – “Tänavad”
  3. Albania: Nikol Çabeli – “Vallëzoj”
  4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
  5. Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – “Crystal Waters”
  6. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
  7. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
  8. Poland: Dominik Arim – “All Together”
  9. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”
  10. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”
  11. Germany: Bjarne – “Save the Best For Us”
  12. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
  13. San Marino: Idols SM – “Come noi”
  14. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
  15. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
  16. Ireland – Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
  17. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla ċkejkna”

The 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be held on November 16 in Madrid, Spain, following the country’s second-place finish last year and the refusal of the winning country, France, to host for the second year in a row. The slogan for this year’s contest is “Let’s Bloom!”, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will serve as this year’s hosts.

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Estonia: Tommy Cash is confident that he will be the Eesti Laul 2025 winner!

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In an interview with ERR, the country’s national broadcaster, Estonian rap star Tommy Cash said he was confident that the organizers of Estonia’s top song contest Eesti Laul would not miss the chance to include him among this year’s finalists. Cash also believes he is the best artist to represent Estonia at Eurovision 2025.

Cash told ERR that he had no doubt that his song would be selected for the upcoming edition of Eesti Laul, the competition that will determine who will represent Estonia at Eurovision in 2025.

“I always felt inside that [the judges] would definitely pick that song because I don’t think Eesti Laul is stupid and I don’t think they would pass up the opportunity for me to be in there as I think I could be the best representative for Estonia.”

According to Cash, now strategically is the right time in his career to compete in Eurovision.

“Because I have been working with Käärijä (Finland’s 2023 Eurovision contestant – ed.) and I started working with a producer who also produced the Finnish Eurovision song ‘Cha Cha Cha.’ Then there was this moment where I made a little joke on stage and said I was going to Eurovision and it snowballed so much from there. “When I was walking down the street, all the fans were like, ‘yeah, yeah, Eurovision!’ The internet picked up on it too and so, I feel like young people in Estonia have made up their minds about who is going to Eurovision. Of course, I also hope that everyone will like the song and I will do my best. But you never know. However, I would like to say with confidence that I could go to Eurovision right now.”

If Cash doesn’t win the next Eesti Laul, he said, he’ll be okay with that too.

“I’m totally fine with it, I understand and people will just have to imagine what would have happened if Tommy Cash had gone to Eurovision. I’m giving people the chance to think that I could actually go, because the competition actually starts if I were to win Eesti Laul, which is very important”

He also added that if he doesn’t win Eurovision, he would be satisfied with a top five finish.

Commenting on his participation in the Estonian contest Eesti Laul,  Cash finds his song “Espresso Macchiato” captivating.

“It’s something new for everyone. I’m often asked what I think about such a video or picture. Everything I do has a context for me, but for every person it’s different. Let people listen to it for themselves.”

In the end, Cash clarified that after 2025 he does not intend to compete in Eesti Laul again.

“Why? When I’m already going to Eurovision and I’m going to do it in such a legendary way”

The Eesti Laul 2025 is scheduled for February 15, 2025, when we will find out who will raise the Estonian flag at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, next May in Basel, Switzerland!

Source: ERR

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Serbia: 222 entries submitted for Pesma za Evroviziju 2025!

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The deadline for submitting entries for Pesma za Evroviziju 2025 (PzE 2025), the national competition that will determine Serbia’s next entry in the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, ended on November 10.

A total of 222 entries were submitted for Pesma za Evroviziju 2025, and contest editor Olivera Kovačević and music editor Uroš Marković say the difficult part now is selecting the 28 entries that will compete in the semi-finals.

Olivera Kovačević and Uroš Marković were guests on the show “Jedan dobar dan” where they made relevant statements.

Uroš Marković stated:

“Pesma za Evroviziju is becoming more popular every year. Last year’s final was watched by 1,750,000 people on television and another 450,000 on YouTube. All in all, that’s more than two million people. This year, we are in negotiations with the Eurovision Song Contest to broadcast the final for the Serbian representative on their official channel.”

According to him, Pesma za Evroviziju gives the contestants a great chance for promotion, because it is covered by the media and is very popular.

In turn, Olivera Kovačević stated:

“The careers of many now famous performers started at PZE, and the fact that the competition is increasingly popular shows that we have found the path we need to follow and that we are making progress every year, both visually and in terms of content.”

She also reveals that there are very good applications for the upcoming competition and many famous performers, but she cannot name them because the selection committee will evaluate them in early December and then a list of those who have passed will be made.

“It is the best when you offer a variety of genres, from ethno, to rock and pop, to metal. It is the same at the ‘Eurovision’, every year they try to find a recipe. One year ‘Måneskin’ win, and the next year everyone plays something similar. This year Nemo won, probably next year some will try something in that vein”

The names that will compete in Pesma za Evroviziju will be revealed in mid-December.

Source: RTS

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