Eurovision 2023: Slovenia’s Second Rehearsal!

The fifth act rehearsing today are the indie-rock group Joker Out, representing Slovenia, with their song “Carpe Diem”.

Who are Joker Out?

The Slovenian band Joker Out was formed in 2016 and they have released two albums since then. The five members of the group are Bojan Cvjetićanin (the frontman), Jure Maček, Kris Guštin, Jan Peteh and Nace Jordan. They are well known in the Slovenian society making a tons of hits and winning many awards.

On 8th December of 2022, the National Broadcaster RTV Slovenia announced that the band will represent their country to Eurovision in Liverpool. The band stated that they wanted to keep the entire song in the Slovene language saying: “we want to translate Slovenian into a universal language of dance and entertainment that all countries understand”.

The Rehearsal

Unfortunately this year, accredited journalists don’t get the chance to watch the first and second rehearsals, so we only get the information and content that the organizers officially release to the public.

Joker Out are making a connection with the audience in the arena, probably the same connection will happen with the hundreds of millions of people watching on TV. The group has the same charisma like Måneskin. It’s shown that they have a big stage experience and they look like they’re having the time of their lives right now. Their outfits are also unique and interesting.

Chloe Hashemi

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Below you can watch a small clip from the Cypriot second rehearsal, once it’s published on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/F9AP5DSA9tc

The Dress Rehearsal for Cyprus and the rest of Semi Final 2 will be held on the 10th of May.

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Source: eurovision.tv

Eurovision 2023: The Sixth Date’s rehearsal schedule!

The big moment for all Eurofans has arrived. The wait has come to an end, as we are now in the most important days before the live shows. Rehearsals officially begun on Sunday for the 67th Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

The rehearsals are divided into two phases; the first phase lasted three days, from Sunday 30/04 until Tuesday 02/05 and included the first rehearsals of all the countries taking part in the two semi-finals of the competition. The second phase will last from Wednesday 03/05 until tomorrow, Saturday 06/05 and includes the second rehearsals of the countries of the two semi-finals as well as the rehearsals of the countries competing directly in the Final, namely the Big 5 and last year’s winner Ukraine.

Last year’s changes in the way rehearsals are covered continue this year, as the Press Center opens on Monday after the first and second rehearsals, which means that the information we will have for the first week of the competition will come exclusively from the material to be provided by the EBU to the accredited journalists.

Program

The last eleven countries from the second semi-final will make their second appearance on stage at the M&S Bank Arena. These countries are:

  • Cyprus 11.30 – 11.50
  • Iceland 11.55 – 12.15
  • Greece 12.20 – 12.40
  • Poland 12.45 – 13.05
  • Slovenia 13.10 – 13.30
  • Georgia 14.40 – 15.10
  • San Marino 15.20 – 15.50
  • Austria 16.00 – 16.30
  • Albania 16.40 – 17.10
  • Lithuania 17.20 – 17.50
  • Australia 18.00 – 18.30

For everything new regarding these rehearsals, you will instantly be informed by Eurovisionfun!

From Monday 8/5, the press center opens normally for accredited journalists, who will have the opportunity to watch the general rehearsals before the live shows as was the case in previous years.

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Eurovision 2023: The bets after the fourth day of rehearsals!

The favourite column of many of you is back, as the betting analysis for the 67th Eurovision Song Contest is back again.

With one week to go until the Eurovision 2023 semi-finals, we take a look at the betting companies’ odds regarding each country’s chances of winning this year’s contest.

Top 5

Largely unchanged remains the situation at the top of the betting tables, with Loreen and Sweden seen as the heavy favourites to win the 67th Eurovision Song Contest. Despite the fact that the rehearsal clips of the Swedish entry were flawed, especially compared to their Melodifestivalen performance, Sweden are still being played at odds of under 2.

Finland, who are one of the winners of the first days in Liverpool, have increased their chances of victory. Käärijä and “Cha Cha Cha” are steadily gaining ground, making them Loreen’s rival in this year’s contest. The lowest odds on the Finnish win are being played at 3.6, with most companies having dropped Finland’s odds below 3.

In third, fourth and fifth place the situation remains stable, with Ukraine, France and Spain rounding out the Top 5. As all three of them start their rehearsals at the Liverpool Arena today, we wait to see whether the view of the bookers who place them within the top five will change. Ukraine and France return up to 15 times the money of anyone who bets on them, while Spain return 17 times. In any case, the differences between them are infinitesimal.

Top 10

In the remaining five places in the top ten we find three countries that have already made their appearance on the stage of this year’s contest and two countries that are starting their rehearsals today ahead of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest.

In sixth place is Norway and in seventh place is Israel. Both are participating in the first semi-final, with their odds after yesterday’s release of the 30-second clip not particularly altering their odds of winning this year’s contest. Slightly worse odds for Norway who are now at 21, slightly better for Israel whose odds of victory for the explosive Noa Kirel have dropped to 26.

Stable remains Austria in eighth place, with their win odds having dropped at some companies, however Teya & Salina‘s win returns up to 41 times the stake at some companies. Ninth place goes to Italy and Marco Mengoni, with odds ranging between 26 and 51, while the top ten is completed by the UK at odds of 81.

First Semifinal

As part of this analysis, we will also take a first look at the odds of qualifying for the grand final. We start with the first semi-final, for which the participating countries have already finished their first two rehearsals on stage at the Liverpool Arena and will return on Monday for show rehearsals.

Six countries are considered a given to qualify, with Sweden, Finland, Norway, Israel, the Czech Republic and Moldova offered by bookers at odds of under 1.10. Significantly, the odds on the top four countries in particular return almost nothing to those who bet on them. For example, in the event that someone bets ten euros on their qualification, they will only make a profit of ten cents of a euro.

Serbia seems to be in a league of its own, being considered the seventh favourite to qualify for the grand final on 13 May. Luke Black’s qualification is offered at odds of around 1.30, with a clear distance between himself and both the leading and trailing countries.

A battle of four countries is expected for the remaining three spots leading to the grand final, according to betting companies. Croatia, Switzerland and Portugal appear to be in the best position, with the Netherlands currently seen as the eleventh favourite to qualify for the Eurovision 2023 grand final. Croatia is being played at 1.50, Switzerland at 1.53, Portugal at 1.57 and the Netherlands at 1.73. One understands that the differences between them are marginal and, therefore, qualification will be decided at the threshold.

The following countries, namely Malta, Latvia and Ireland, are considered less likely to qualify with their qualification odds being between 3 and 4, while Azerbaijan is by far in last place having the least chance of qualifying.

Second Semifinal

Regarding the second semi-final, things are even more difficult. Sixteen countries are participating in this semi-final, with twelve of them being played at odds of less than 2. It is understandable that bookers cannot easily come up with the top ten that will qualify for the final.

Austria, Australia, Cyprus and Armenia are seen by bookmakers as certain to qualify, with their qualification returning up to 1.1 times the stake. Largely similar is the case with Lithuania and Slovenia, who are being played at 1.20.

Seventh-placed Georgia is in a league of its own, with odds of between 1.25 and 1.29, with the possibility of qualification the most prevalent, while the same could be said for eighth-placed Belgium, which is being played at 1.35.

Rounding out the top ten are Poland and Denmark, who gained ground after the release of their first rehearsal snippet on TikTok. Both are being played at odds of less than 1.57.

Eleventh place Greece is being played at odds of between 1.40 and 1.83, though still within the top ten at some companies. Among the losers of the early rehearsals is Estonia, whose odds of qualifying for the grand final on 13 May have gone up. The maximum odds offered for qualification are the same as Greece’s, at 1.83.

Albania has a significant chance of qualifying, albeit less compared to the leading countries, and is one of the most Value for Money betting options for this semi-final. The only ethnic song in the semi-final is being played at odds between 2 and 2.63.

The bookies are also giving qualification odds to Iceland, which is being played at 3. On the other hand, the elimination of Romania and San Marino, whose qualification returns up to 8.5 times the stake, is almost taken for granted.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3vJfR81xO0

Do you think Loreen can make history in Liverpool in May, giving Sweden victory for the second time and equaling the historic record of the contest’s multiple winner, Ireland?

Eurovision 2023: Slovenia’s First Rehearsal!

The fifth act rehearsing today are the indie-rock group Joker Out, representing Slovenia, with their song “Carpe Diem”.

Who are Joker Out?

The Slovenian band Joker Out was formed in 2016 and they have released two albums since then. The five members of the group are Bojan Cvjetićanin (the frontman), Jure Maček, Kris Guštin, Jan Peteh and Nace Jordan. They are well known in the Slovenian society making a tons of hits and winning many awards.

On 8th December of 2022, the National Broadcaster RTV Slovenia announced that the band will represent their country to Eurovision in Liverpool. The band stated that they wanted to keep the entire song in the Slovene language saying: “we want to translate Slovenian into a universal language of dance and entertainment that all countries understand”.

The Rehearsal

Unfortunately this year, accredited journalists don’t get the chance to watch the first and second rehearsals, so we only get the information and content that the organizers officially release to the public.

Joker Out are making a connection with the audience in the arena, probably the same connection will happen with the hundreds of millions of people watching on TV. The group has the same charisma like Måneskin. It’s shown that they have a big stage experience and they look like they’re having the time of their lives right now. Their outfits are also unique and interesting.

 

 

Slovenia First Rehearsal 3

Corinne Cumming / EBU

Corinne Cumming / EBU

Corinne Cumming / EBU

Below you can watch a small clip from the Slovenian first rehearsal, once it’s published on TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@eurovision/video/7228595383956507931?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

The second rehearsal for Slovenia will be held on the 5th of May, when we will know how things will appear on screen for the Slovenian entry.

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Source:eurovision.tv

 

Eurovision 2023: The Third Day’s rehearsal schedule!

The big moment for all Eurofans has arrived. The wait has come to an end, as we are now in the most important days before the live shows. Rehearsals officially begun yesterday for the 67th Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

The rehearsals are divided into two phases; the first phase will last three days, from Sunday 30/04 until Tuesday 02/05 and will include the first rehearsals of all the countries taking part in the two semi-finals of the competition. The second phase will last from Wednesday 03/05 until Saturday 06/05 and includes the second rehearsals of the countries of the two semi-finals as well as the rehearsals of the countries competing directly in the Final, namely the Big 5 and last year’s winner Ukraine.

Last year’s changes in the way rehearsals are covered continue this year, as the Press Center opens on Monday after the first and second rehearsals, which means that the information we will have for the first week of the competition will come exclusively from the material to be provided by the EBU to the accredited journalists.

Program

The last eleven countries from the second semi-final will make their first appearance on stage at the M&S Bank Arena. These countries are:

  • Estonia 11.30 – 12.00
  • Iceland 12.10 – 12.40
  • Greece 12.50 – 13.20
  • Poland 13.30 – 14.00
  • Slovenia 15.10 – 15.40
  • Georgia 15.50 – 16.20
  • San Marino 16.30 – 17.00
  • Austria 17.10 – 17.40
  • Albania 17.50 – 18.20
  • Lithuania 18.30 – 19.00
  • Australia 19.10 – 19.40

For everything new regarding these rehearsals, you will instantly be informed by Eurovisionfun!

From Monday 8/5, the press center opens normally for accredited journalists, who will have the opportunity to watch the general rehearsals before the live shows as was the case in previous years.

Eurovisionfun will of course be there to inform you about everything that happens at the M&S Bank Arena!


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Slovenia: Joker Out revealed their Costume Designer!

Fashion designer Ponorelii (Damir Raković) has been announced as the costume designer of Joker Out for this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.

The designer has already worked with the band on the clothes for the presentation of their song “Carpe Diem” and states that the styling concept will be similar to the presentation:

“Joker Out have mentioned that the stage presentation will actually stay the same, because that works best, and as they are quite good at live performances they should be encouraged to do so. I didn’t think it was enough to repeat what I had already done for the EMA, but they wanted it because it was successful. If I went beyond that, the costume would take away from the essence of the members when they make love on camera, which is not the case for all bands.”

Ponorelii also explained that the band will be dressed in romantic colours for their Eurovision performance, in reference to the theme of the song, the Garden of Eden. Each member of the band will have their own animal, plant and gemstone incorporated into their individual attire, with the colours corresponding to each individual’s energy and personality. Ponorelii also collaborated with designer Karl Kirri to incorporate a specially designed Idrija lace into each look.

Joker Out will be performing in the 10th spot of the second semi-final on May 11.

Source: RTVSLO

Slovenia: Ljubljana “overflowed” during the last concert of Joker Out before Liverpool!

Just before departing for Liverpool and the final destination of their Eurovision journey, Joker Out, the band representing Slovenia in Eurovision 2023 gave a last big concert in downtown Ljubljana. The central square of the city was literally overflowed by the crowd attending, loudly singing along Joker’s Out entry, Carpe Diem. Joker Out, the most popular band in Slovenia, gave once more a really powerful performance, full of energy.

https://twitter.com/JokerOutBand/status/1650957866822430728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1650957866822430728%7Ctwgr%5Eaa107f743af478bf124e6174c1cd31f10944ba16%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Feurovisionfun.com%2F2023%2F04%2FCF83CEBBCEBFCEB2CEB5CEBDCEAFCEB1-CF80CEBBCEB7CEBCCEBCCF8DCF81CEB9CF83CEB5-CEB7-CEBBCEB9CEBFCF85CEBCCF80CEBBCEB9CEACCEBDCEB1-CEB3CEB9%2F

Joker Out proved once more how strong their live performances are and how capable the band is of elevating their song live. They, also, announced that they will also perform Carpe Diem live in Eurovillage.

Member of the band, Kris Guštin, noted that the sound on their video clip is not what they wanted and in their live performances on Liverpool, everything is going to work right.

Joker Out are all set for Liverpool after a long promo tour in 6 different countries. They are not stressful at all, instead they are hopeful that they will manage to bring Slovenia back to the Grand Final after 4 years.

The crowd left the concert super excited and after a long time, the local media seem to consider Eurovision as a hot topic.

You can also watch the reaction video of EurovisionFun on Carpe Diem below, as well as our interview with Joker Out!

We remind you that Slovenia participates in the 2nd semifinal in May 11, performing 10th.

Source:RTVSLO

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London Eurovision Party 2023: Watch all the live performances!

Yesterday, 16th of April, London held the last pre-party for this year’s Eurovision season.

London Eurovision Party 2023 was held in Here at Outernet and presented by Nicki French(UK 2000) and Paddy O’ Connell(former Eurovision commentator for the BBC).

22 Eurovision participants sang in London and you can watch their live performances below:

  • Australia – Voyager

There is a big difference between the studio version and their live performance. It’s a rock performance and it shows that band songs are meant for live performances. It is indeed difficult to make any predictions, but I wouldn’t be surprised in case it does well with the televoting, even if Australia is usually a jury favorite.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCNeHC4NvAI

  • Austria – Teya & Salena

A much loved entry by Eurovision fans and it is worth it. The vocals are good, the chemistry between the duo is splendid, the weird dancing is present and the crowd is loving it. Austria has managed to beat the odds so far, contrary to those who thought that Who the Hell is Edgar was going to be a fan-flop, similarly to last year’s Halo. Now, we will only have to see how it works in Liverpool stage!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlf8Sb5RaUQ

  • Azerbaijan – TuralXTuran

A beautiful song for sure and regardless the final result, I’m really glad that Azerbaijan finally sent a song that was written by Azerbaijani people. Although, that doesn’t seem to be enough and their performances do not have a large appeal. Probably we will not see them perform in the Grand Final.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLvPB2-2LAc

  • Croatia – Let 3

The most controversial entry of Eurovision 2023. Controversial is also the whole career of Let 3. Although, everyone thought that they wouldn’t make it to the Final, their live performances prove the opposite. The crowd is having fun and singing with them and their eccentricity will sure be noticed. It looks like Croatia made the right choice!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHnz8Y4SmHI

  • Czechia – Vesna

A fan favorite to win at first, but at the moment it does not give winning vibes. It was a better performance than usual but it will be a long way for Czechia in order to achieve their result. Their vocals were better but staging still looks messy and chaotic and it does not put across the message of the song. There is still time!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZdTtoA6IcI

  • Denmark – Reiley

A much better performance than usual but it remains a song that has small potential when live performed. Reiley being famous on TikTok might be helpful for his entry, so I can’t exclude any possibility.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ng571hW6Ro

  • Estonia – Alika

A beautiful song and impressive vocals. That’s it! It’s another cliché Eurovision ballad, not good enough for Alika’s vocal abilities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWma2X8tnxA

  • Finland – Käärijä

We can all understand the hype. Exactly like any of his performances, he gives once more the 100% of his personality and energy. The crowd goes crazy and here we have if not the winner, a top 3 contender.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeBDb3QoKss

  • Iceland – Diljá

Strong vocals and stage presence as Diljá is an energetic performer. Although, the song doesn’t seem enough for Diljá either.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5GrD6IRMfc

  • Ireland – Wild Youth

A good band performance, full of energy. On the other hand, the song does not stand out for their qualification. It’s not anything new, it’s something done before but it’s not done well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7c03adZUY3I

  • Lithuania – Monika Linkytė

Monika brought the London Community Gospel Choir for her performance in London Eurovision Party. A vocal powerhouse. The song slowly receives more support and it’s all because of Monika herself. Stay is going to be loved by the juries and we can’t exclude the possibility of the public voting for her. She has a personality and you can’t skip over it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FplK-xqYZ90

  • Malta – The Busker

Good vocals and great energy on stage. Looks like they are having fun. Frontman’s moves resemble exactly what the song is all about, feeling socially anxious in parties. I really like this entry, but unfortunately it doesn’t stand out and it’s not enough for Malta’s ticket to the Final.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZF3ucUwzok

  • Moldova – Pasha Parfeni

A really energetic performance of Pasha. The crowd is enjoying it and is probably sending him straight to the Final.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVM4HO6991Q

  • Norway – Alessandra

Vocally speaking she gets better and better each time. Personally, I don’t mind any voice cracks of Alessandra. She has a really strong entry, her presence is imposing and her view of pre-parties like actual parties, is actually obvious when performing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPRsTpDEV3A

  • Portugal – Mimicat

Although I’m not a big fan of this year’s Portuguese entry and looks weird to me, Mimicat is vocally flawless and I’m waiting for a better performance on Liverpool to disprove me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COErIMq3AFo

  • Romania – Theodor Andrei

You will either like it or not. I don’t like it. Vocally he’s good but none of his performances, although far better than the one in Romania’s NF, seems convincing, just messy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwR26PjTJI8

  • San Marino – Piqued Jacks

In any means, not a bad song. The lead singer is vocally on point. The whole package, although, is not enough.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nep9c326_x4

  • Serbia – Luke Black

I still don’t get the song. It’s not my favorite entry but it is quirky, eccentric and special. He still looks awkward to me when referring to his stage presence. I’m waiting for his performance in Liverpool!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXy8vNlVIDA

  • Slovenia – Joker Out

I love that song! Although, the studio version was not that promising at first, the charisma of every single one of the band’s members is to die for. They are stylish, humorous and committed to what they do. I hope to see that energy in Liverpool and Slovenia finally getting awarded with a good result.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwZIzxI7who

  • Sweden – Loreen

The real queen of this year’s Eurovision. She teaches every Eurovision winner about when and how to return back. Vocally flawless and she seems to be connected with the crowd. Although, the led platform is missing, her strong personality is here and elevates the song. Personally, I want to see her crowned as a winner again!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCYrO5vspeM

  • Spain – Blanca Paloma

Whether you like her entry or not, one thing is for sure. No one can deny Blanca’s flawless vocals and how expressive she is. Although, I can’t fully understand the song, because it has many references to Spanish culture, every time I watch her performances, her emotions really touch me. RTVE is here to win, although I don’t think it will be come true. A great entry, one of my favorites, and it is a good example on what should follow the next year after a great Eurovision result.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ep2fuj9-FBc

  • United Kingdom – Mae Muller

MAE I LOVE U!!!I can’t be completely honest with her. Vocally wise, her best performance. What it is indeed challenging is not exactly her vocals but how it will be staged. It needs some dancing, but mostly sass and attitude. These are Mae’s weapons, indeed. She seems to enjoy it and no matter the comments, crowd loves her. It’s the most mainstream pop song of this year’s Eurovision, there’s no way it will not be placed high!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJYqmM3g5qk

Which were your favorite performances? Write in the comments!

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INFE Poll 2023: The results from Slovenia!

For the seventh consecutive year, the second Eurovision Song Contest fan network, the INFE Network, in collaboration with the website ESCToday, conducts the INFE Poll.

Network members in 21 local fan clubs have already voted for their favourite songs from Eurovision 2023 and through ESCToday, they announce their scores.

Here are the results of INFE Slovenia:

  1. Spain – 1 point
  2. Sweden – 2 points
  3. Georgia – 3 points
  4. Moldova – 4 points
  5. Czech Republic – 5 points
  6. Norway – 6 points
  7. Israel – 7 points
  8. Austria – 8 points
  9. Italy – 10 points
  10. France – 12 points

The overall results after three votings are as follows:

  1. Norway – 26 points
  2. Israel – 22 points
  3. Sweden – 17 points
  4. France – 12 points
  5. Austria – 12 points
  6. Moldova – 11 points
  7. Italy – 11 points
  8. Czech Republic – 11 points
  9. Finland – 10 points
  10. Spain – 10 points
  11. Georgia – 9 points
  12. Greece – 8 points
  13. United Kingdom – 7 points
  14. Albania – 4 points
  15. Australia – 2 points
  16. Netherlands – 2 points

https://youtu.be/GWfbEFH9NvQ

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Source: ESC Today

OGAE Poll 2023: Slovenia’s results!

The announcement of the results of the OGAE fan clubs continues. The second club to announce its results is that of Slovenia.

OGAE Slovenia members voted as follows:

12 points: Sweden
10 points: Italy
8 points: France
7 points: Norway
6 points: Finland
5 points: Belgium
4 points: United Kingdom
3 points: Czech Republic
2 points: Austria
1 point: Poland

The added up results after the votes of two fan clubs are as follows:

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