United Kingdom: Olly Alexander starts rehearsals and releases the extended version of “Dizzy”!!

The representative of the United Kingdom Olly Alexander has started rehearsals for Eurovision 2024 as the singer has his sights set on the competition in Malmö!

Through the social media Olly Alexander gives a first image to the fans from the rehearsals for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest. In the video below you can take a look at the rehearsals that Olly himself posted.

 

Δείτε αυτή τη δημοσίευση στο Instagram.

 

Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη olly alexander (@ollyalexanderr)

Furthermore the Birtish artist released the extended version of “Dizzy”, the song with which he is going to represent the United Kingdom in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. The extended version lasts 1 minute and 30 seconds longer than the one Olly is going to perform on the stage of Malmö!

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Anastacia Open to Eurovision Song Contest Entry

Renowned pop sensation Anastacia is pondering the possibility of gracing the Eurovision Song Contest stage, joining a prestigious lineup of pop icons who have ventured into the competition arena.

Anastacia, celebrated for chart-topping hits like ‘Left Outside Alone‘, is no stranger to the limelight. With a career spanning decades, she stands among the likes of ABBA, Cliff Richard, and Celine Dion, all of whom have cemented their status as pop stars beyond the confines of Eurovision.

This revelation comes in the wake of a significant overhaul in the Eurovision voting system, promising a fresh dynamic to the renowned musical showdown.

Anastacia‘s latest endeavor, the album ‘Our Songs‘, marks a departure from her usual repertoire. Featuring a collection of popular German tracks reimagined in English, the album has been met with resounding success in Germany, attaining gold status.

Reflecting on the album’s genesis, Anastacia shared,

“The project was not my first choice when presented to me. I was like, ‘Thanks, but no thanks’. At the very beginning, I was so scared, I thought I’d really made a mistake. But sometimes it’s these projects that really challenge you, and now I really love this album.”

Addressing her resurgence in the music scene, Anastacia expressed gratitude for her enduring catalog, which has garnered gold and platinum accolades over the years. She emphasized her contentment with her musical journey, asserting,

“I don’t need singles, I’m lucky. I have a catalogue that has been gold and platinum throughout its life so I’ve been able to do new songs and enjoy them through different tours but I don’t need it to work and live.”

As the discussion veered towards Eurovision, Anastacia remained open-minded, stating,

“I would consider it. I never discount putting out a great song – and I know I can sing.”

With her unwavering vocal prowess and a penchant for captivating audiences, Anastacia‘s potential Eurovision venture promises to add another chapter to her illustrious career, further solidifying her status as a global music icon.

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Source: Virgin Radio

 

United Kingdom: Listen to Olly Alexander perform “Dizzy” live!

It has been a week since Olly Alexander released his long-awaited Eurovision entry, titled “Dizzy“.

Dizzy” is undoubtedly a current radio-friendly song, which has caught the attention of Eurovision fandom so far, proving that the United Kingdom has come back strong. Along with a radio-friendly song, Olly Alexander now comes to proves that he can sing his song live, releasing a live version of “Dizzy” on his official YouTube channel. All of the vocals are live, along with the instrumental.

You can listen to “Dizzy” live, below:

The team behind “Dizzy”

Olly Alexander has a powerful ally on his side for his Eurovision bid. Danny L. Harle, Dua Lipa’s producer, has put together Olly Alexander’s bid. Danny is the brains behind Dua’s latest smash hit “Houdini” and will probably serve as the executive producer on her upcoming third studio album. Moreover, “Dizzy” is also signed by Olly Alexander himself and along with Danny H. Harle, it was co-produced by Finn Keane.

Who is Olly Alexander?

The 33 year-old Olly Alexander is a singer and actor from England. He is best known for his work as the lead singer of Years & Years, one of the UK’s most successful groups and as Ritchie Tozer in the Channel 4 drama series “It’s a Sin”. Alexander has been multi-nominee in the Brit Awards as well as several other awards within the United Kingdom.

Olly Alexander was selected by BBC as the British entrant for Eurovision 2024 and his participation was announced by himself during the Grand Final of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing on December 16. Soon after his announcement, the United Kingdom has climbed to high on the betting odds.

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United Kingdom: Eurovisionfun Reacts to Eurovision 2024 Entry “Dizzy”!

This year’s UK entry is none other than Olly Alexander with ‘Dizzy‘. The country superstar with his smash hit Years & Years has three hugely successful albums under his belt to date, scored 2 UK #1 albums, 10 UK Top 40 Singles and was recently awarded a BRIT Billion Award ( with 6.5 billion streams worldwide).

The Eurovisionfun team once again watched and reacted to the official video clip of the country’s entry for the upcoming Eurovision contest! Enjoy Apostolis, Spyros and Katerina in a Reaction video with detailed commentary on UK’s participation in Eurovision 2024!

Do you like UK’s entry for this year’s Eurovision Song Contest? Tell us in the comments below!

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United Kingdom: Olly Alexander talks about his preparations for Malmö!

The UK representative for Eurovision has answered questions from the fans on the Official Eurovision Reddit.

Olly Alexander talked about his preparations for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024.  Olly will perform his song Dizzy in Malmö next May.

In the AMA session, Alexander revealed his fans that for his Malmö performance, the representative will perform together with four dancers onstage:

… we’ll deffo have four dancers with me on stage…

Moreover, there will be more surprises in the coming weeks. When a fan asked him about the promotion plans, Alexander said there will be lots of remixes and further plans in store for Dizzy.

Olly Alexander has been a fan of the Eurovision Song Contest since he was a kid.  Olly Alexander’s favorite entries from this year so far are La Noia by Angelina Mango and Zorra by Nebulossa.  He also said he loved Baby Lasagna, Nemo, Joost and Silvester.  The UK representative mentioned one of his early Eurovision memories in Reddit:

I’ve always loved Eurovision!! I think my first contest was Gina G in 1996 – I was six years old hahha I remember 1999 more though because i LOVED Precious, Say It Again is such a banger.

 

Source: Reddit

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United Kingdom: Listen to “Dizzy” by Olly Alexander!

The wait is over! “Dizzy“, the British entry for Eurovision 2024, is finally out.

Less than a month ago, it was unveiled that “Dizzy” would be the title of Olly Alexander’s bid for Eurovision 2024, while he also shared a snippet of his entry on social media. Today, March 1st, and on just midnight (GMT), “Dizzy” was released on all streaming platforms.

Listen to “Dizzy” by Olly Alexander, below:

 

The team behind “Dizzy”

Olly Alexander has a powerful ally on his side for his Eurovision bid. Danny L. Harle, Dua Lipa’s producer, has put together Olly Alexander’s bid. Danny is the brains behind Dua’s latest smash hit “Houdini” and will probably serve as the executive producer on her upcoming third studio album. Moreover, “Dizzy” is also signed by Olly Alexander himself and along with Danny H. Harle, it was co-produced by Finn Keane.

Who is Olly Alexander?

The 33 year-old Olly Alexander is a singer and actor from England. He is best known for his work as the lead singer of Years & Years, one of the UK’s most successful groups and as Ritchie Tozer in the Channel 4 drama series “It’s a Sin”. Alexander has been multi-nominee in the Brit Awards as well as several other awards within the United Kingdom.

Olly Alexander was selected by BBC as the British entrant for Eurovision 2024 and his participation was announced by himself during the Grand Final of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing on December 16. Soon after his announcement, the United Kingdom has climbed to the top of the odds, where it still remains today, on “Dizzy’s” release date.

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Betting Odds: Croatia Takes the Lead surpassing Ukraine!

With less than two weeks left until the official release of all entries for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest, we are entering the most crucial period of the pre-Eurovision season, with national finals and entry reveals multiplying day by day.

For this reason, one of Eurovisionfun’s most beloved and discussed columns returns, with the betting analyses for the Eurovision 2024 once again here.

While you prepare for the crucial weeks ahead with most entries being revealed for May, bookmakers have already begun their work, with the Eurovision 2024 winner section already being offered by some companies. Seizing the opportunity, we present to you the latest developments for the upcoming contest.

Upset at the Top

After a long time, the top spot in the betting odds for Eurovision 2024 has a new holder, with Croatia surpassing Ukraine just a few minutes ago. The sweeping victory of Baby Lasagna at Dora brought Croatia to the top of the betting odds for the first time in its history. The victory of Croatia is currently bet on at odds between 4 and 5, which have been steadily decreasing in recent days.

Thus, in the second place is now Ukraine. Alyona Alyona & Jerry Heil may have fallen from the top, however, their distance from the leading Croatia remains small, although the momentum currently favors Croatia. Ukraine’s odds are on the rise, with a potential victory more than quadrupling the bet.

In the third position, Iceland has risen again after the appearance of Bashar Murad in the Icelandic national final. “Wild West” seems to have impressed in recent days, with bookmakers significantly reducing Iceland’s odds, ranging from 7 to 9.

Reflecting the rise of Croatia to the top and Iceland to third, was the fall of Italy to the fourth position. However, this development does not mean an increase in the odds for Angelina Mango with “La Noia“. Italy is bet on at odds from 7 to 10, at the same levels as our previous analysis when it was in second place.

Completing the top five is the United Kingdom, which, however, has a considerable gap compared to the leading countries. With the release of “Dizzy” in the next few hours, it remains to be seen how bookmakers will be influenced by the finalized form of the British entry for Malmo. Currently, the UK’s victory returns up to 15 times the bet.

Top 10

In the sixth position and for the first time outside the Top 5 during this year’s Eurovision season, Sweden has fallen. The relatively low level of this year’s Melodifestivalen has raised the odds for the host country. A Swedish victory on home soil is offered at odds between 13 and 17, marking a slight increase compared to our last analysis.

In the seventh position is Belgium. The release of “Before the Party’s Over” by Mustii a few days ago seems to have thrilled betting companies, which now have the country outside the Top 5 a few days after its release. Belgium’s victory is bet on at odds between 13 and 17, at levels similar to Sweden.

In the eighth position, one finds France, which presents upward trends in recent days, especially after Slimane’s appearance in the Croatian national final a week ago. France’s odds return up to 21 times the bet with “Mon Amour.”

Ninth is now “Luktelk” by Silvester Belt from Lithuania, which may have dropped one position compared to our last analysis but remains within the top ten. Lithuania’s maiden victory is played at similar odds to those of France.

Finally, Switzerland completes the top ten, just hours after the release of “The Code” by Nemo. Upward trends for the country in Central Europe, as seen in the betting odds, with Switzerland possibly to climb even higher in the coming days. Switzerland’s victory is bet on at odds between 17 and 26.

Do you think Baby Lasagna will give Croatia its maiden victory as an independent country in the Eurovision Song Contest? Let us know in the comments!

United Kingdom: Watch Olly Alexander rehearsing “Dizzy”!

Olly Alexander is BBC’s pick for Eurovision 2024. A couple days prior the release of his entry “Dizzy” he keeps teasing us with his song, this time by sharing a video from his rehearsals. Specifically, Olly shared a video of him and his backing vocalists harmonizing, while he sang the chorus he has also unveiled on social media a few weeks ago.

@ollyalexanderworking on some dizzy harmonies hehe♬ original sound – Olly Alexander

Dizzy” will premiere on March 1st on all streaming platforms.

The team behind “Dizzy”

Olly Alexander has a powerful ally on his side for his Eurovision bid. Danny L. Harle, Dua Lipa’s producer, has put together Olly Alexander’s bid. Danny is the brains behind Dua’s latest smash hit “Houdini” and will probably serve as the executive producer on her upcoming third studio album.

Who is Olly Alexander?

The 33 year-old Olly Alexander is a singer and actor from England. He is best known for his work as the lead singer of Years & Years, one of the UK’s most successful groups and as Ritchie Tozer in the Channel 4 drama series “It’s a Sin”. Alexander has been multi-nominee in the Brit Awards as well as several other awards within the United Kingdom.

Olly Alexander was selected by BBC as the British entrant for Eurovision 2024 and his participation was announced by himself during the Grand Final of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing on December 16. Soon after his announcement, the United Kingdom has climbed to the top of the odds, where it still remains today.

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Betting Odds Reshuffled with Ukraine Leading the Pack!

With less than a month remaining until the official release of all entries for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest, we are entering the most crucial month of the pre-Eurovision period, with national finals multiplying week by week.

For this reason, one of Eurovisionfun’s most beloved and talked-about columns returns, with betting analyses for Eurovision 2024 back in action.

While you prepare for the pivotal weeks ahead with the revelations of most entries ahead of May, bookmakers have already been hard at work, with the winner section of Eurovision 2024 already being offered by some companies. So, let’s take this opportunity and present to you what we know so far for the next contest.

Ukraine Emerges as the Top Favorite

As mentioned earlier, February is the month of most national finals, and understandably, this has caused reshuffles in the betting tables. Far ahead in the first position sits Ukraine. The Eastern European country, which has consistently topped the betting odds in recent weeks, is considered the major favorite by bookmakers to win in Malmo.

The triumph of Alyona Alyona & Jerry Heil at Vidbir, where they “flattened” their competition, has skyrocketed the odds for Ukraine to win the 68th Eurovision Song Contest. At the moment, a Ukrainian victory returns up to 3.8 times the bet.

Italy has now risen to the second position. Angelina Mango’s victory with “La Noia” at the San Remo Festival has put the Mediterranean country in a particularly advantageous position, with bookmakers considering it the second most likely winner at the moment. Italy’s odds range from 7.5 to 10.

Croatia Takes the Third Spot

Croatia now sits in third place. The release of the video clip for Baby Lasagna’s entry, considered the major favorite to represent the Balkans in Malmo, has propelled Croatia to third place, just a breath away from second-placed Italy. Croatia’s victory is currently bet on odds ranging between 8 and 10.

In the fourth position is Sweden. The host country of the 68th Eurovision Song Contest is once again considered one of the big favorites of this year’s competition, with SVT executives and Swedish Eurofans eager for the historic eighth victory to take place on Swedish soil. A victory for Sweden is offered at odds between 11 and 15, showing a slight increase compared to our last analysis.

Rounding up the top five is Belgium. The recent release of “Before the Party’s Over” by Mustii seems to have thrilled betting companies, placing the Western European country within the Top 5 for the first time during this Eurovision season. Belgium’s victory is bet on odds between 10 and 15, just below the fourth position.

Top 10

In sixth place with clearly declining trends is the United Kingdom. Olly Alexander’sDizzy” teaser seems to have neither thrilled nor convinced bookmakers, who have now placed the United Kingdom outside the top five. It’s a significant drop, with the UK’s victory now returning up to 15 times the bet.

From there onwards, deviations from the group of leading six countries begin. Thus, in seventh place is Norway, whose victory now returns up to 21 times the bet. Similar odds are found for Iceland in seventh place, awaiting the second semifinal of the national selection, where Bashar Murad, of Palestinian descent, competes.

Lithuania follows in eighth place, which has returned to the top ten after Silvester Belt’s selection with “Luktelk“. Odds range between 17 and 21. France has returned to the top ten after a long time, with Slimane, whose potential victory triples the bet placed on it. Finally, Switzerland completes the Top 10, with odds ranging between 23 and 34.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_8cNbF8FLI

Do you believe Alyona Alyona & Jerry Heil can make history in Malmo and give Ukraine its fourth victory in its twenty-year presence at the Eurovision Song Contest? Let us know in the comments!

UK: more details about Olly Alexander’s song and preparation for Eurovision revealed

Olly Alexander is getting ready to represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmö, Sweden.

In a recent interview, the artist shared more information about his preparation and promotion for his Eurovision entry for the coming weeks leading to the Grand Final.  According to the representative, his Eurovision journey after public broadcaster BBC internally selected him has been exciting and has significantly changed his schedule.

“I’m eating, drinking, and living Eurovision and just trying to get time in between with my cats and my boyfriend,” said the English singer to Cosmopolitan.  Moreover, he mentioned that, although he felt the pressure of representing the UK he is “excited because it’s such an amazing opportunity and it feels very special to be a part of”.

Olly Alexander is a Eurovision himself.  In the interview, he further revealed that he has followed the national selections and that he thinks Ukraine, the Netherlands, France and Norway are sending really good acts.  Moreover, he said that he has received messages from UK representatives Sam Ryder and Mae Muller.

Dizzy

Olly Alexander will represent the UK with the song Dizzy.  Talking about his Eurovision song, the singer stated:

Any good pop song should take you on a journey. A Eurovision song, especially, should have drama and I hope people feel taken on this thrilling ride. As you can tell from the title, the song is about the overwhelming feeling you get when you’re with someone. It’s upbeat, you can dance to it, and it’s just wild.

As part of his preparations, Olly Alexander will perform Dizzy live on the Graham Norton Show on March 01 on BBC One at 11:40 pm CET.  During this Eurovision special, Graham Norton will talk with the UK representative about his Eurovision participation.  We will also watch the music video for Dizzy during the Eurovision special.

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Source: Cosmopolitan/ BBC Eurovision