Spain: Watch the music video of “Eaea”!

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A moment ago, the music video of “Eaea” by this year’s Eurovision representative Blanca Paloma, premiered at the official YouTube channel of Spanish National Broadcaster RTVE.

Blanca Paloma won the Spanish National Final Benidorm Fest 2023 in the early February, winning the ticket to represent her country in May at Liverpool.

You can watch the music video down bellow:

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

 

We want to remind you that Spain will participate directly in the Grand Final at 13th of May 2023, although Spain will perform at the night of the second semi final.

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Greece: Another postpone for “What They Say”?

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Due to new information we have received, and despite the fact that the Greek channel announced in the morning TV show “Πρωίαν σε είδον, τήν Μεσημβρίαν”, the Greek entry might not be released tommorow.

A new update we have received from ERT says that it is very likely to have a new postpone of “What They Say” and that the video clip will most likely be released in a few days.

Kostas Kalimeris, Steve Sovolos and Vangelis Yialamas have participated in the production of the track.

The stage director of the Greek entry will be Konstantinos Rigos, who has directed the Greek entries in Eurovision 2011 and 2012.

We are looking forward with great anticipation to the reveal of the Greek entry in Eurovision 2023!

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Malta: Watch the video clip of “Dance (Our Own Party)”!

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A few moments ago, the video clip of the Maltese entry for Eurovision 2023 was released via the official Eurovision Youtube channel. In this year’s Eurovision, Malta will be represented by The Busker and their song “Dance (Our Own Party)“, after winning Malta’s national selection, MESC 2023, about a month ago.

You can watch the official video clip below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Apqwl0ayL6A&embeds_euri=https%3A%2F%2Feurovisionfun.com%2F&feature=emb_imp_woyt

We remind you that Malta will be competing in the 1st Semi Final, on the 9th of May and more specifically in the First Half of the show.

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Sweden: The international jury that will help determine the winner of Melodifestivalen 2023 just got revealed!

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We now know the eight countries that SVT has inviter and will comprise the international jury. Those countries will get the chance to vote and help determine the winner of Melodifestivalen 2023, who will finally get a ticket to Liverpool, in order to represent the country in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.

The eight countries of the international jury

The results of Melodifestivalen 2023 at the final show, get determined 50-50 by the televotes and the votes of the countries that SVT selected and will comprise the international jury.

The countries comprising the international jury this year will be:

  • Australia
  • Belgium
  • Croatia
  • Latvia
  • Malta
  • Spain
  • Germany
  • Austria

The voting age-groups

The viewers vote for their favourite number, based on their age group. One either can vote by phone or with the use of the Melodifestivalen app.

Before being able to vote, the app users must register their age. The viewers are allocated into the following seven age groups:

  • 3-9 years old, Green group
  • 10-15 years old, Turquoise group
  • 16-29 years old, Blue group
  • 30-44 years old, Purple group
  • 45-59 years old, Pink group
  • 60-74 years old, Red group
  • 75 years old and above, Orange group

Combined voting results

There are eight categories in all, one is the televoting and the rest are the seven age-groups. Each category gives 58 points in total at the finals, distributed to the acts accordingly. Also the change of the number of countries in the international jury, from eleven to eight was implemented so that the number of countries match the number of voting categories of the public. At the end of the voting process, the juries will decide 50% of the votes and the public vote will provide the remaining 50% of the points.

Final Show Running Order

  • Where You Are (Sávežan) – Jon Henrik Fjällgren, Arc North feat. Adam Woods
  • Rhythm Of My Show – Tone Sekelius
  • One Day – Mariette
  • Air – Marcus & Martinus
  • On My Way – Panetoz
  • Never Give Up – Maria Sur
  • Six Feet Under – Smash Into Pieces
  • Where Did You Go – Kiana
  • Släpp alla sorger – Nordman
  • Tattoo – Loreen
  • Mer av dig – THEOZ
  • Royals – Paul Rey

The Show

Jesper Rönndahl and Farah Abadi will present Melodifestivalen 2023. The heats are following the touring concept again, after SVT had pulled back last year due to health restrictions in Sweden, with the finals being held at Friends Arena! With the next show of the contest on Saturday March the 4th, Melodifestivalen will take place in Örnsköldsvik and finally the final show in Stockholm follows on the 11th of March.

The detailed schedule of Melodifestivalen 2022 is described below:

  • Heat 1: Göteborg – Saturday 4 February 2023 (Scandinavium)
  • Heat 2: Linköping – Saturday 11 February 2023 (Saab Arena)
  • Heat 3: Lidköping – Saturday 18 February 2023 (Sparbanken Arena)
  • Heat 4: Malmö – Saturday 25 February 2023 (Malmö Arena)
  • Semi-Final: Örnsköldsvik – Saturday 4 March 2023 (Hägglunds Arena)
  • Final: Stockholm – Satuday 11 March 2023 (Friends Arena)

Stay tuned at Eurovisionfun, for all the latest developments regarding Sweden’s entry for Eurovision 2023!

Andrew Lambrou: “The staging in Liverpool is gonna be epic!” | Exclusive Interview |

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This year’s representative of Cyprus, Andrew Lambrou, spoke exclusively to Apostolis Matamis and Eurovisionfun about his participation in Eurovision 2023 with the song “Break A Broken Heart“.

For the premiere day of his participation, he stated that he was quite excited as the preparation time was long and he was very happy that many people were there to watch the premiere of the song. Regarding the participation of “Break A Broken Heart”, Andrew said:

“The song refers to the pain of the past and the empowerment through it! Relationships can be difficult and affect us mentally, but in the end, you can become stronger through it.”

“It’s an epic song! Of course, I had many other options and it was a difficult process! But then ‘Break A Broken Heart’ came along and it stood out straight away!”

About his stage appearance on the Liverpool stage, he revealed to us:

“We are in discussions and trying to put things in order. I think that the stage appearance will particularly flatter the song. If I could describe it in one word, my appearance will be epic!”

Andrew then revealed to us as his favourite Eurovision entries Eleni Foureira (2018), Elena Paparizou (2005), Lordi (2006) and Moldova 2010.

Also, he  referred to the reaction video of his participation by the Eurovisionfun team, which he and his family watched and loved!

Watch the full interview below:

We wish Andrew Lambrou and his whole team the best of luck and many thanks for this interview!

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Greece: Victor Vernicos’s entry will be revealed tomorrow!

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As it was announced in ERT’s tv show “Proian Se Eidos, Tin Mesimbrian”, the song that will represent Greece in the 67th Eurovision Song Contest will be officially released tomorrow, March 10, 2023.

Victor Vernicos‘ “What They Say” will be released by ERT in its final version, along with the music video, directed by PickCodes.

Kostas Kalimeris, Steve Sovolos and Vangelis Yialamas have participated in the production of the track.

The stage director of the Greek entry will be Konstantinos Rigos, who has directed the Greek entries in Eurovision 2011 and 2012.

We are looking forward with great anticipation to the reveal of the Greek entry in Eurovision 2023!

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Turkey: Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu supports country’s return to the Eurovision Song Contest!

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In Turkey. some days ago, the six parties which constitute the main country’s political opposition announced that their leader is going to be Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, who is already the leader of the Republican People’s Party (CHP). That specific party was founded by Kemal Ataturk himself approximately 100 years ago.

According to the recent exit polls which took place in Turkey, Kılıçdaroğlu seems to be the odds-on favourite to win the elections, since his political beliefs are more acceptable by the majority of the Turkish people and more friendly towards the West World, in contrast to Erdoğan’s. Driven by those data, there are a lots of people who actually believe that Kılıçdaroğlu’s policy could mark the possible return of Turkey in the contest.

Turkey’s Republican People’s Party can be characterized by its oppostition towards the old, traditional islamic beliefs that are supported by Erdoğan’s current policy and system of governance. Kılıçdaroğlu himself has mentioned multiple times during these last months that if he actually wins in Turkey’s elections on May 14th, he will be a trustworthy member between Turkey and West’s discussions for a much better cooperative future and that his primary goal will be the restoration between Turkey and West World’s policies.

It is a shame for Turkey to withdraw from Eurovision

Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu commented also on Turkey’s decision to withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest, under Erdoğan’s rule in 2013, describing it as a shameful decision.

It is a shame for Turkey to withdraw from Eurovision. Our artists will go there, sing their songs and folk songs. Countries will vote, someone will win. This is a competition. Artists become even more popular by taking part in international competitions and by winning awards. That’s the proper form of a foreign policy.

To make a long story short, Turkey’s elections in spring seem to be of high importance regarding not only the serious political decisions for the people but also the country’s possible return in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Let’s keep in mind that Turkey last took part in 2012 in Baku, Azerbaijan, represented by Can Bonomo singing “Love Me Back” which came seventh at the end of the Grand Final. Take a look:

Would you like to see Turkey returning? Let us know in the comments below!

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United Kingdom: Listen to “I Wrote A Song”, from Mae Muller for Eurovision 2023!

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After months of speculations and crazy theories, about a very popular artist from the international music industry that could bring UK’s 6th win in their own home, we finally know the next representative of The United Kingdom for Eurovision Song Contest 2023 in Liverpool.

As it was announced some moments ago from the BBC, Mae Muller will represent the country in this year edition with the song “I Wrote A Song”.

Below you listen to the official UK entry from Eurovision 2023:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJ21grjN6wU

Who is Mae Muller?

Mae Muller is a 25 years old artist from Kentish Town, London.  After building a dedicated fan base with a consistent singles output, she compiled previous EPs into her 2019 debut mini-album, Chapter 1. In 2021, her song “Better Days” (with Neiked and Polo G) landed in the Top 40 on multiple continents, and reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100. She followed it up with singles like “American Psycho” and “I Just Want to Dance” in 2022.

On 3 March 2023, she released a single in collaboration with Sigala, Caity Baser and Stefflon Don called “Feels So Good”. This will shortly be followed up by her solo single “I Wrote A Song“.

 

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Azerbaijan: TuralTuranX will represent the country in Eurovision 2023!

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Ictimai, the Azerbaijani national broadcaster, has announced that twins Turan & Tural Bağmanovlar (TuralTuranX) will be the next representative of the country for this year edition of Eurovision in Liverpool.

Tural and Turan, both 22, will sing their self-penned song “Tell Me More“ in Liverpool. The brothers are street performers from Zaqatala – a picturesque mountainous town in the very north-west of the country.

They became one of the five short-listed candidates and since the day their candidate postcard was shared in social media and on Youtube, their popularity skyrocketed.

The Azerbaijani broadcaster, Ictimai, had announced that there are 5 acts still in the running to be chosen internally to represent this country in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023.

The 5 acts have all recorded the same songs in the same studio, and eventually had to perform the songs live. Below you can find the 5 acts that were in the running to represent Azerbaijan.

The 5 acts were:

  • Azer Nasibov
  • Humay Aslanova & Amrah Musayev
  • Leyla Izzatova
  • Mamagama
  • Turan & Tural Bağmanovlar

Still no official announcement has been made for the date of the release of the Azerbaijani entry for Eurovision 2023!

We want to remind you that Azerbaijan will perform at the second half of the first semi final, at 9th of May 2023.

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Ukraine: Listen to the revamped version of “Heart of Steel”!

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Ukraine’s representative at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, TVORCHI have released a revamped version of their entry “Heart of Steel”.

The first country to choose a song for Eurovision 2023 was Ukraine. Since December 17, through their national final “Vidbir“, Ukrainians have chosen TVORCHI and “Heart Of Steel” to represent them in the Eurovision contest.  TVORCHI want to show us that they have been working all this time because Ukraine’s goal is to win again. So they prepared a revamp for “Heart Of Steel”, and they present it to us tonight.

There are no huge differences in the song, except the addition of some Ukrainian lyrics and a dynamic orchestration, that has been added which tops the song. It certainly looks like they worked hard to present the best version of the song in Liverpool and claim the victory for Ukraine.

Listen to the Eurovision Version of “Heart of Steel”:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neIscK1hNxs

TVORCHI will compete in the Grand Final of Eurovision 2023 on May 13. Despite not being able to host the contest, Ukraine automatically qualifies for the final as the reigning champions.

Did you like the revamped version of the Ukrainian entry for Eurovision 2023?

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