Italy: The first betting odds for Sanremo 2025!

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Yesterday, Carlo Conti revealed the list of thirty artists who will compete in the prestigious big category of the 75th edition of the Festival di Sanremo. This diverse and star-studded lineup represents a broad spectrum of the Italian music scene and will perform on Italy’s most renowned musical stage, competing for the coveted Golden Lion.

As the names of the artists were announced, early betting odds have already begun to shape a picture of who might take home the top prize, even at this early stage of the competition.

Elodie leading the betting odds

Currently leading the betting odds is Elodie, who is widely regarded as the front-runner to win the Golden Lion. At the height of her career, Elodie has built a strong and dedicated fan base, and this will mark her fourth appearance at the festival. With her stellar voice and established track record, she is aiming to finally secure a spot on the podium after previously competing in 2017, 2020, and 2023.

 

In second place in the betting odds is Giorgia, one of Italy’s most renowned female artists with numerous chart-topping hits throughout her career. Giorgia, a four-time Sanremo participant (1995, 1996, 2001, 2023), is no stranger to success at the festival. She won the competition in 1995 with her song Come Saprei, a victory that remains a significant milestone in her career.

In third place is Achille Lauro, who returns to Sanremo for the third time after competing in 2019 and 2022. In 2022, after his Sanremo performance, Achille went on to win UVPSM, representing San Marino at Eurovision 2022. His loyal following make him a strong contender once again.

Other former Eurovision stars are also in the running, with Francesco Gabbani sitting in 7th place and Francesca Michielin at 12th. As it stands, the full betting odds are shaping up as follows:

It is essential to remember that the betting odds at this stage are based purely on the artists’ names and the initial impressions their participation has left on the Italian public. Since the official songs for the competition have yet to be released, these odds are likely to change as the festival progresses. Historically, betting odds at this stage have not always accurately predicted the outcome, as the songs themselves play a significant role in swaying both public opinion and the jury’s votes. In fact, it is not uncommon for an artist who initially receives little attention to emerge as the winner based on their performance.

Sanremo 2025 – the line-up 

The following artists will compete for the Golden Lion prize, furthermore aiming to represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025:

  • Achille Lauro
  • Gaia
  • Coma_Cose
  • Francesco Gabbani
  • Willy Peyote
  • Noemi
  • Rkomi
  • Modà
  • Rose Villian
  • Brunori Sas
  • Irama
  • Clara
  • Masimo Ranieri
  • Emis Kilia
  • Sarah Toscano
  • Fedez
  • Simone Cristicchi
  • Joan Thiele
  • The Kolors
  • Bresh
  • Marcella Bella
  • Tony Effe
  • Elodie
  • Olly
  • Francesca Michielin
  • Lucio Corsi
  • Shablo ft. Guè, Joshua y Tormento
  • Serena Brancale
  • Rocco Hunt
  • Giorgia

The official line-up, which will showcase the very best of Italian music, includes a mix of veteran artists and rising stars, each bringing their unique sound and style to the stage. A first glimpse of each artist’s background:

Sanremo 2025: The Complete Line-Up and What to Expect!

The competition will be further enriched by the inclusion of additional artists, who will be chosen through the ongoing Sanremo Giovani 2024.

Sanremo 2025 – the schedule

  • First Evening: All the artists perform their competing song (top five is revealed in a random order)
  • Second Evening: Half the artists perform their song (top five revealed in random order)
  • Third Evening: The remaining half artists perform their song (top five revealed in random order)
  • Fourth Evening: Covers’ Night, the artists will perform in a duet. The results of this semifinal will NOT be included in the main competition
  • Final: All the artists will perform their competing song. The top five in the combined rankings of all semifinals advances in the Superfinal and gets to perform again. Juries and televote will vote again to decide the winner.

Italian representation in Eurovision 2025

If any of the 24 competitors (along with their respective record labels) want to compete in Eurovision 2025, they must complete a special form by the beginning of the festival’s final night on Saturday, February 15.

If the Sanremo 2025 winner has previously signed the interest form, he will be automatically considered Italy’s representative in the Eurovision 2025. Should he decide not to compete in Eurovision 2025, the festival’s organizing committee will select an artist from among those who have signed the interest form based on its own standards, which may or may not include the final score ranking.

Although originally scheduled from February 4 to February 8, eventually the festival was postponed, a week later. Therefore, it will take place from February 11 to February 15 in the small Ligurian town.

The winner of Sanremo’s Music Festival in 2024 was the debutant Angelina Mango with her song “La Noia“, who ultimately gained the right to represent Italy in Eurovision 2024, placing seventh in the Grand Final.

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Ireland: Lyra in the running to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2025

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According to reports, popular singer Lyra from Cork has already secured a spot in the final shortlist for Eurosong, which will take place in early 2025 through the Late Late Show. The winner of the competition will represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Sources reveal that RTE, Ireland’s public broadcaster, is looking for a big-name artist to represent the country at Eurovision, and Lyra is seen as the ideal choice. With her unique style, stunning performances, and ability to captivate large audiences, she is seen as someone who could bring Ireland back to the top of the Eurovision scoreboard.

The singer, often referred to as the “Beyoncé of Bandon,” previously declined offers from RTE due to commitments with her debut album. However, with her album now topping the Irish charts, she seems ready to focus on the Eurovision project.

Her concert schedule for 2025 appears light, with only one show scheduled for March 28, which has fueled rumors that she is preparing for something big.

Lyra has previously stated that it would be an honor to represent Ireland at Eurovision:

“It’s really special that my fans want me to represent our country. I’m Irish to the core, and it would be such an honor.”

RTE believes that Lyra’s charming personality and warm demeanor will make her not only popular with Eurovision fans but also with the Irish public. Furthermore, her chart success ensures strong support from the Irish audience.

If Lyra manages to win Eurovision, her career could skyrocket, according to sources. With her theatrical performances and unique stage presence, Eurovision fans are sure to be impressed.

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Source: The Sun

Sweden: Melodifestivalen 2025 artists to be revealed on 26th of November!

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The date of the announcement of the artists that are going to take part in Melodifestivalen 2025, the music contest through which Sweden is going to choose their participation in the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, has been revealed.

As per post of ESC Discord on X, the national broadcaster of the Scandinavian kingdom, SVT, confirmed via an invitation to the press that the names of the artists that have been selected to partake in Melodifestivalen 2025 are scheduled to be revealed during a press conference in Stockholm on Tuesday 26th of November at 11:00 CET.

The dates of Melodifestivalen 2025 are as per below:

  • February 1st: Semi-final 1 – Luleå
  • February 8th: Semi-final 2 – Gothenburg
  • February 15th: Semi-final 3 – Västerås
  • February 22nd: Semi-final 4 – Malmö
  • March 1st: Semi-final 5 – Jönköping
  • March 8th: Grand Final – Stockholm

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Luxembourg: The seven finalists of Luxembourg Song Contest 2025!

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After a successful return to Eurovision, Luxembourg is gearing up for its national selection for Eurovision 2025. The country will once again host the Luxembourg Song Contest to choose its representative for the competition in Basel.

A Competitive Selection Process

Following the closing of the submission window and the conclusion of the casting phase, Luxembourg’s national broadcaster RTL launched an extensive evaluation process. This led to a longlist of approximately 79 songs and 53 artists who were initially considered for the contest.

The next step in the selection process was a series of auditions, where an international jury carefully assessed the talent. After three days of evaluations, the jury narrowed down the contenders to just seven finalists.

The Finalists Revealed

Today, RTL officially announced the seven finalists for the Luxembourg Song Contest, which will take place on January 25 at the Rockhal venue in Esch-Uelzecht. The seven acts that will compete for the coveted spot representing Luxembourg at Eurovision 2025 are:

  • Laura Thorn: A fresh face in the public eye, Laura is currently a teacher at the Esch/Alzette Conservatory of Music. With extensive training in music theory, piano, cello, keyboard, chamber music, and dance from a young age, Laura is deeply rooted in the music world. She completed her studies with a master’s degree in music theory, music pedagogy, and pop singing from IMEP in Namur.

  • One Last Time: A rising name in the pop-rock scene, One Last Time consists of Andrea Galleti, Jonathan Fersino, Tom Sagramola, Alessandro Sorbello, and Barbara Salvi. Formed in its current lineup in 2021–22, the band has performed at numerous clubs, concerts, and festivals. They gained public recognition through their participation in the last LSC and are set to release their debut album in 2025, following the completion of their first self-composed tracks.

  • Luzac: Originally trained as an educator, Luzac’s passion for music emerged early on with violin lessons. Immersed in the world of urban pop, he began his career writing and composing primarily for other artists. However, the release of his debut single J’y arriverai in 2021 marked a turning point, as he shifted focus to his own music. Since then, he has dedicated himself to songwriting and publishing, all while building momentum for his first album.

  • Rhythmic Soulwave: This is a group of 6 musicians from various backgrounds who met at the Luxembourg Conservatory. Rhythmic Soulwave brings together six musicians with diverse cultural backgrounds who met at the Luxembourg Conservatory. The group features Luxembourgish members Mael Fontana, Leopold Strauβ, and Angela Aguilera Caballero; Spanish bassist Diego Lucero; Hungarian guitarist Zakar Lörinc; and Cuban-Hungarian vocalist Carmen Carbonnell Suarez. Their eclectic sound blends influences from jazz, Latin American music, classical traditions, and pop rock, offering a truly international musical experience.

  • MÄNA: A fresh talent emerging in the Luxembourgish music scene, MÄNA is a student at the Regional School of Music in Dudelange, where she has honed her skills on the violin and flute. She continues to play the flute in an orchestra while expanding her repertoire to include modern singing, performing both solo and with orchestras. Alongside her studies to become a teacher, MÄNA released her debut single Stay in 2023.
  • Rafa Ela: A well-known voice, Rafa Ela is familiar not only to LSC fans but to a wider audience as well. Having participated in Luxembourg’s Next Popstar (2016) and Top Voice Luxembourg (2018), she regularly performs at restaurants and clubs. After a successful duo performance with Angy last year, Rafa Ela is now taking on the LSC 2025 adventure solo.
  • ZERO POINT FIVE: The seventh candidate is ZERO POINT FIVE, one of Luxembourg’s most popular live acts, known for electrifying performances at concerts and festivals. Their sound, blending pop, folk, and country, has been captivating audiences since the band was formed in 2009. Currently made up of three members – Federico (Kiko) Menichetti, Gilles Saracini, and Christophe Reitz.

Luxembourg Song Contest 2025 although being in its second edition sees the return of two artists who participated in the inaugural edition. Specifically, One Last Time also competed in previous’ edition final, without making it to the SuperFinal. Also, Rafaela returns solo and claims the Luxembourgish representation in Basel.

The songs participating in LSC 2025 will be released in mid-December.

How Were the Finalists Chosen?

The selection of finalists was handled by a five-member international jury, who judged the candidates during the audition phase. The jury members, all of whom have notable experience in Eurovision or the music industry, played a vital role in selecting the acts who will advance to the televised competition.

The jury panel included:

  • Diogo Fernandes – TV producer from Portugal
  • Eldar Gasimov – Singer, representing Azerbaijan at Eurovision 2011
  • Marie Myriam – Singer, representing France at Eurovision 1977
  • Poli Genova – Singer, representing Bulgaria at Eurovision in 2011 and 2016
  • Niamh Kavanagh – Singer, representing Ireland at Eurovision 1993

With the finalists now set, the event will be held at the Rockhal, in Esch-Uelzecht, on January 25, 2025.

Tali was Luxembourg’s pick for Eurovision 2024 in Malmö with her song “Fighter”, finishing thirteenth.

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Source: RTL

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

 

Junior Eurovision 2024: The spokesperson of the Cypriot votes announced!

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Delegations from each of the seventeen nations competing in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024 will begin arriving in Madrid in a week. With limited time remaining, all the minor details are finalized and the preparations are in full swing.

According to RIK, Patroklos Patroklou is the fortunate spokesperson of the Cypriot votes, and will announce them live on the Caja Mágica stage on November 16.

How was the Cypriot spokesperson selected?

Alongside Maria Pissaride’s participation announcement, the broadcaster revealed that the dancers who will join Maria on stage, as well as the presenter for the Cypriot voting, will be selected through open auditions.

In line with this initiative, the submission form for the young spokesperson opened around three weeks ago. Those interested had to submit a video presenting the votes, replicating the format that will be used during the event in Madrid.

Who is Maria Pissarides?

The eleven-year-old Maria Pissarides will participate in Junior Eurovision 2024, being the nation’s tenth representative in the contest. Maria Pissarides is a singer, actress, and dancer and has also studied music theory at a London-based institution.

Maria exhibited a passion for performance from a very young age, while in her home country of Cyprus. She is an enthusiast of the arts and, although her initial steps were in dancing, over time she is progressing on to musical theatre.

Currently, at 11 years of age, Maria is a full-time student at a performing arts school in the UK and seeks every opportunity to progress and learn new skills. Maria’s favourite day would include watching movies, drawing, playing with her dog, eating chocolate and berries and spending time with her two brothers!

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.

Maria Pissarides will represent Cyprus with “Crystal Waters” and will perform fifth.

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Source: RIK

Liechtenstein: Not much hope for a debut in the contest!

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Voters in Liechtenstein voted in favour of privatising Radio Liechtenstein, ending hopes of a possible debut in the Eurovision Song Contest.

The initiative by the Democrats for Liechtenstein (DpL) to repeal the law governing the country’s public broadcaster was approved with 55.4% of the vote and a turnout of 59.3%. The law will take effect on December 31, 2025, making Liechtenstein the only country in Europe without a national broadcaster.

Radio Liechtenstein has received about 70% of public media funding annually, totaling around 4 million CHF. The Liechtenstein government urged voters to reject the initiative, expressing concerns that it could lead to the end of radio broadcasts in the country. Questions have also been raised about how a private broadcaster can operate with an audience of only 40,000 residents.

The privatization means that Radio Liechtenstein will no longer meet the membership criteria of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). In June 2024, the broadcaster began exploring the possibility of joining the EBU, in the hopes of Liechtenstein debuting in the competition.

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Source: Εurovoix

Sanremo Giovani: Alessandro Cattelan presenter for 2025.

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Looks like we have news from Italy! Sanremo Giovani now has an official presenter for 2025! So Alessandro Cattelan will be the presenter of Sanremo Giovani for the coming year, as announced by a Sanremo instagram post. The forty-four-year-old was also co-host of Mika and Laura Pausini at Eurovision 2022, where Italy also hosted the contest.

Below you can see the post of the announcement:

 

Δείτε αυτή τη δημοσίευση στο Instagram.

 

Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη Sanremo Rai (@sanremorai)

In fact, the presenter seems to be thrilled with this assignment from the festival’s artistic director Carlo Conti and did not miss the opportunity to inform their online friends and followers with a post:

On November 12th, the search for the new talents who will take part with their songs at the Festival di Sanremo in February 2025 starts. Then the presenter will also be at the Dopo Festival!

 

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Junior Eurovision 2024: Listen to the French entry!

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Just earlier today it was announced that Titouan will represent France in the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, with his entry “Comme Ci, Comme Ça“. Just moments ago, the French entry was released on all streaming platforms.

You can listen to “Comme Ci. Comme Ça“, below:

“Comme Ci, Comme Ça” is composed by Malo, a talented young artist on the French music scene, and co-written with Marie Bastide. The song is an ode to tolerance and love, reminding us that our differences are our strengths.

Who is Titouan?

Titouan is fourteen years-old and is quite popular on social media, as his accounts count more than 100 thousand followers. A passionate drummer as well, Titouan quickly gained an audience on YouTube after he began uploading drum covers every week. He frequently had his guitarist father with him on them. Titouan has also performed on “The Voice Kids” and “Dream Team”.

Junior Eurovision 2024

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

  • Albania – RTSH
  • Armenia – AMPTV
  • Cyprus – RIK
  • Estonia – ERR
  • France – FT
  • Georgia – GPB
  • Germany – ARD/NDR
  • Ireland – RTÉ
  • Italy – RAI
  • Malta – PBS
  • North Macedonia – MRT
  • Poland – TVP
  • Portugal – RTP
  • San Marino – RTV San Marino
  • Spain – TVE
  • The Netherlands – AVROTROS
  • Ukraine – UA:PBC

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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Netherlands: AVROTROS predicts that the country’s chances of competing in Eurovision 2025 are slim!

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Regarding their participation in Eurovision 2025, The Netherlands has some news that isn’t exactly encouraging. As we previously informed you, Anouk, the well-known Dutch singer who represented the country in 2013, has openly stated that she would like to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest once more in 2025.

The Netherlands: Anouk wants to return on the Eurovision stage!

Anouk’s statement was no joke. She has a track and a proposal ready for Eurovision indeed and according to her manager, the issue with a potential Anouk’s participation are the broadcaster’s decisions. Kees de Koning claims that AVROTROS has not made a final decision about participating in Eurovision 2025.

Because of current problems with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), following the disqualification of Joost Klein, AVROTROS is unable to make that decision at this time. Before choosing a new entry, AVROTROS wants to be sure that the circumstances will be right. As a result, the broadcaster believes there is little chance the Netherlands will compete the next year in Switzerland.

In September, AVROTROS will decide whether or not to take part in the contest.

In 2024, Joost Klein represented the Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest with his song “Europapa”. The Dutch entry was declared one of the ten finalists on the second semi-final. However, only hours before Saturday’s Grand Final, the singer’s “inappropriate behavior” led the EBU to disqualify his entry.

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Source: rtl.nl