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Lithuania: changes in Silvester Belt’s outfit

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Silvester Belt’s costume will have some changes compared to the outfit he wore during Eurovizija.LT national final.

According to stylist Vainotas Jakštas, the new outfit was created with the shape of the Eurovision stage in Malmö in mind.  The Lithuanian team wants the audience to see the costume from all angles adequately.  The goal is to make it look as it waves, resembling the movement of petals.  Also, the name of the song “Luktelk” will be written on the back of the shoes.  The hoods of the backing dancers now have sleek lines.

Nevertheless, the new costume’s color, fabric, and silhouette will remain similar to the national final.

The Lithuanian team in charge of creating the Eurovision look for Silvester is an all-Lithuanian team.  Vainotas Jakštas has joined forces with designers Marija Petraitytė, Kamilė Peleckytė and Gintarė Pečkytėthe making of Silvester Belt’s costume.

Silvester Belt will perform Luktelk during the First Semifinal of the Eurovision Song Contest on May 07, 2024.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrL668EQRu0&ab_channel=EurovisionSongContest

Source: LRT

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Lithuania: Watch exclusive footage from Silvester Belt’s First Rehearsal!

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Today, Silvester Belt, the Lithuanian representative in Eurovision 2024, stepped for the first time on the stage of Malmö Arena for his first technical rehearsal.

Eurovision 2024: Lithuania’s First Rehearsal!

Following the conclusion of Silvester’s rehearsal, LRT, the Lithuanian competing broadcaster, shared a backstage video on its social media. Specifically ,we can enjoy more footage from Silvester’s rehearsal.

The second rehearsal of Lithuania will take place on Wednesday May 1st, when we will have a clearer picture of what we will see from Silvester Belt on the Eurovision stage, as we will have the official TV snippet.

Source: LRT

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Eurovision 2024: Lithuania’s First Rehearsal!

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The third act to perform on the Eurovision stage today is the talented Silvester Belt from Lithuania, with his song ”Luktelk”!

Who is Silvester Belt?

Music has been an integral part of Silvester’s life since he was a child.

His songs are inspired by personal life experiences, particularly his memories of exploring his sexuality in a homophobic environment and how the repression of those feelings deeply affected him.

“Luktelk” (translation: “wait”/”hold on”) is about being stuck in a gap between two stages, in barely existing and feeling alive when you have to hold on and dance through what life throws at you.

Silvester also participated in the Vaikų Eurovizijos Nacionalinė Atranka – Lithuania’s qualifying competition for Junior Eurovision in 2010.

The Rehearsal

The staging for this needs no props – similar to the Lithuanian national finals, EUROVIZIJA.LT – it’s Silvester in his red leather suit, backed by four male dancers with masked faces and lots of red and back strobe lighting. The masks have had an upgrade – less like turtlenecks and more like black hoods. No pyro for Lithuania but according to our exclusive information a new dancebreak has been added to the song!

The second rehearsal of Lithuania will take place on Wednesday May 1st, when we will have a better picture of what we will see from Silvester Belt on the Eurovision stage, as we will have the official TV snippet.

Below you can watch a small clip from Lithuania’s first rehearsal from TikTok:

@eurovision It’s a luminous Luktelk on stage! @Silvester Belt hits rehearsals for Lithuania #Eurovision2024 ♬ original sound – Eurovision

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Ukraine: Watch Jerry Heil & Alyona Alyona perform “Teresa & Maria” in Lithuania!

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Representatives of Ukraine at Eurovision 2024, Jerry Heil & Alyona Alyona, met at LRT, where the final event of the “Radarom!” support campaign for Ukraine took place. They both participated in the event, performing live the song “Teresa & Maria“.

 

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Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη Jerry Heil (@thejerryheil)

Silvester Belt, the representative of Lithuania at Eurovision 2024, met the Ukrainian representatives backstage during the concert. They had the opportunity to get acquainted, converse, exchange pleasantries, and teach each other various phrases in their native languages.

“It’s wonderful that they wanted to get to know each other, to connect, to communicate, and to maintain a beautiful friendship from the beginning. The performers were very charming, friendly, and I have no doubt that they are ready to impress Europe. I feel honored because I have already become a fan of theirs. I believe they will be at the top. At least in my personal ranking, for sure. We must remember that the war is not over yet; it continues, so we need to focus and make sacrifices,” Silvester Belt stated on LRT.lt.

 

It’s worth noting that both Ukraine and Lithuania will appear in the first half of the first semi-final on May 7th.

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Source: LRT.lt

Lithuania: Silvester Belt and “Luktelk” to Eurovision 2024!

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Tonight marks the highly anticipated conclusion of Eurovizija.LT 2024, with Silvester Belt and “Luktelk” being selected as the representative of Lithuania for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö this May.

The Grand Final

With bated breath, Eurofans from all around the world have watched the illustrious talents vying for glory in the Grand Final of Eurovizija.LT 2024, each poised to enrapture audiences in the following sequence:

  1. Aistè – “We Will Rule the World”
  2. Žalvarinis – “Gaudė vėjai”
  3. Pluie de Comètes – “Be careful”
  4. Silvester Belt – “Luktelk“
  5. VB gang – “KABOOM!!!”
  6. Il Senso – “Time”
  7. Shower – “Impossible”
  8. Monika Marija – “Starting Tommorow”
  9. Queens of Roses – “Walk through fire“
  10. The Roop – “Simple Joy”

Guiding the audience through this tapestry of musical brilliance in Eurovizija.LT 2024 were the indomitable duo of Gabrielė Martirosian and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng, while Nerijus Trilikauskas had the role of hosting the viewers in the Green Room.

As the anticipation crescendos to a symphonic peak, the Grand Final of Eurovizija.LT provided a constellation of captivating performances, including a spellbinding rendition of “Stay” by last year’s Lithuanian luminary at Eurovision, Monika Linkytė, alongside the melodic allure of the esteemed ensemble MAN-GO.

The Results

Tonight’s results have been determined by a ratio of 50-50% shared between the Lithuanian TV Audience and the Jury.

The Jury Results:

The TV Audience Results:

 

Final Results:

  1. Silvester Belt – “Luktelk“
  2. Shower – “Impossible”
  3. The Roop – “Simple Joy”
  4. VB gang – “KABOOM!!!”
  5. Monika Marija – “Starting Tommorow”
  6. Aistè – “We Will Rule the World”
  7. Žalvarinis – “Gaudė vėjai”
  8. Il Senso – “Time”
  9. Pluie de Comètes – “Be careful”
  10. Queens of Roses – “Walk through fire“

Below you can watch Silvester Belt‘s performance:

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Lithuania: Tonight the Grand Final of Eurovizija.LT 2024!

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Tonight marks the highly anticipated conclusion of Eurovizija.LT 2024, the platform through which Lithuania will determine its representative for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest set to dazzle audiences in Malmo come May.

Following the gripping fifth preliminary round just last Saturday, the journey to select Lithuania’s torchbearer for Eurovision 2024 reaches its climax tonight, with two additional artists poised to clinch their berths for the momentous grand final of Eurovizija.LT 2024 slated for February 17.

Format

In the captivating saga of Eurovizija.LT 2024, comprising six riveting episodes—five preliminary rounds and the grand finale—each night’s destiny hangs in the balance, determined by a meticulous blend of public fervor and the discerning judgment of a five-member panel. From each semi-final, two triumphant melodies emerge, propelled forward by the collective voice of the audience and the astute appraisal of a select jury.

As the curtains rise on the final act, the top three contenders, fueled by fervent acclaim, shall ascend to the celestial sphere of the Super-Final, where the reverberating echo of public sentiment shall reverently anoint Lithuania’s emissary for Malmo.

The chronicles of Eurovizija.LT 2024 unfolded across five mesmerizing installments aired on January 13, 20, 27, and February 3 and 10, respectively. It bears noting that, akin to bygone seasons, the semi-final spectacles unfurl not in real-time splendor but are meticulously captured earlier in the week. Moreover, should parity persist in the semi-final reckonings, the juror’s voice shall echo supreme. Finally, the grand finale shall unfurl in resplendent real-time glory on February 17.

Grand Finale

With bated breath, the stage awaits the illustrious talents vying for glory in the grand finale of Eurovizija.LT 2024, each poised to enrapture audiences in the following sequence:

  1. Aistè – “We Will Rule the World”
  2. Žalvarinis – “Gaudė vėjai”
  3. Pluie de Comètes – “Be careful”
  4. Silvester Belt – “Luktelk“
  5. VB gang – “KABOOM!!!”
  6. Il Senso – “Time”
  7. Shower – “Impossible”
  8. Monika Marija – “Starting Tommorow”
  9. Queens of Roses – “Walk through fire“
  10. The Roop – “Simple Joy”

Guiding the audience through this tapestry of musical brilliance in Eurovizija.LT 2024 are the indomitable duo of Gabrielė Martirosian and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng.

As the anticipation crescendos to a symphonic peak, the grand finale of Eurovizija.LT promises a constellation of captivating performances, including a spellbinding rendition of “Stay” by last year’s Lithuanian luminary at Eurovision, Monika Linkytė, alongside the melodic allure of the esteemed ensemble Mango.

Tune in to witness the crowning of Lithuania’s next musical luminary in the gripping denouement of Eurovizija.LT 2024 at 20:00 CET, streaming live via the official website of Lithuanian public television, accessible HERE.

Last year in Liverpool, Monika Linkytė represented Lithuania with the song “Stay,” finishing in 11th place with a total of 127 points. Will Lithuania achieve another strong result in Malmö?

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Lithuania: The results of Heat 5 of “Eurovizija.LT 2024”!

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Lithuania has started the search for its representative and participation for Eurovision 2024. “Eurovizija.lt” as Lithuanian public television now calls the process, consists of five semi-finals and one final. The fifth semi-final was completed a few minutes ago, with two contestants advancing to the next stage of the final.

The presenters of the evening were Gabrielė Martirosian and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng. In the Green Room the presenter was Nerijus Trilikauskas.

The Presenters of Eurovizija.lt 2024

The jury is consisted of:

  1. Ieva Narkutė (Singer)
  2. Vytautas Bikus (composer and music producer)
  3. Ramūnas Zilnys (popular music editor of LRT)
  4. Tautvydas Gaudiešius (singer)
  5. Jievaras Jasinskis (Composer)

The Jury of Eurovizija.lt 2024

The eight songs that claimed the two tickets for the grand final were:

The Results

With the jury having already voted, tonight the Lithuanian audience had the chance to see the live performances for the first time and vote for their favourites. The result was determined 50% by the jury and 50% by the TV audience.

The results of the Jury

The results of the TV audience

The two artists who qualified for the grand final are:

 

The ten artists we will see in the grand final are:

  1. Silvester Belt – “Luktelk“
  2. VB gang – “KABOOM!!!”
  3. Aistè – “We Will Rule the World”
  4. Žalvarinis – “Gaudė vėjai”
  5. Shower – “Impossible”
  6. Pluie de Comètes – “Be careful”
  7. Il Senso – “Time”
  8. Monika Marija – “Starting Tommorow”
  9. The Roop – “Simple Joy”
  10. Queens of Roses – “Walk through fire“

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Source: LRT

Lithuania: Tonight the fifth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024!

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The Eurovizija.LT 2024 continues tonight, through which Lithuania will select its representative for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Malmö in May.

A week after last Saturday’s fourth heat, the process of selecting the Lithuanian representative at Eurovision 2024 continues tonight, with two more artists punching their ticket to the Eurovizija.LT 2024 Grand Final on February 17.

Event Format

Eurovizija.LT 2024 consists of six shows: five heats and the grand final. The outcome for each of the six nights will be determined equally by the television audience and a five-member jury. Two songs from each semi-final will advance to the final, following a vote from the audience and a specially formed jury.

The three entries that receive the highest scores during the final will progress to the “Super-Final,” where the television audience will exclusively decide the ultimate winner and Lithuania’s representative in Malmö.

The five qualifiers will be broadcast on January 13, 20, 27, and February 3 and 10, respectively. It’s worth noting that, as in previous years, the semi-finals will not be broadcast live but will be pre-recorded earlier in the week. Additionally, in the event of a tie, the jury’s vote will prevail. Finally, the grand final will be broadcast live on February 17.

Finalists

From the first four heats, eight artists have already secured their place in the Eurovizija.LT 2024  grand final. The eight artists are:

Fifth Heat

The eight artists who will compete in the fifth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024 will perform in the following order:

  1. Freya Alley – “Serenade”
  2. Kàro – “Weightless“
  3. Petras Daunys – “Run“
  4. Queens of Roses – “Walk through fire“
  5. April Frey – “New Years“
  6. Emilija V – ”Trophy Wife“
  7. The Roop – “Simple Joy”
  8. Lina Štalytė – “Perfect”

The hosts for this year’s Eurovizija.LT 2024 are Gabrielė Martirosian and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng.

You can watch the fifth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024 at 20:00 CET on the official website of Lithuania’s public broadcaster by clicking here.

Last year in Liverpool, Monika Linkytė represented Lithuania with the song “Stay,” finishing in 11th place with a total of 127 points. Will Lithuania achieve another strong result in Malmö?

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Lithuania: The results of Heat 4 of “Eurovizija.LT 2024”!

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After three heats, Lithuania continues dynamically the search for its representative and entry, that will fly the Lithuanian flag for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö. Lithuania comes back to the contest with a new national final format called “Eurovizija.LT”. The national final consists of six shows – five heats and a grand final –. Few minutes ago, the third heat was completed, with two new contestants being advanced to the Grand Final of the show.

The presenters of the show are Gabrielė Martirosian and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng. At the Green Room, the presenter is Nerijus Trilikauskas.

The hosts of Eurovizija.LT 2024: Gabrielė Martirosian (left) and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng (right)

For the record, two artists from Heat 4 were advance to the final, following the vote from the  public audience and a specially formed jury.

This Heat’s members of the jury were:

  • Giedrė Kilčiauskienė (Artist)
  • Ieva Narkutė (Artist)
  • Vytautas Bikus (composer and music producer)
  • Ramūnas Zilnys (music editor of LRT)
  • Darius Užkuraitis (musician and TV presenter of LRT)

The Judges for the fourth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024

Eight artists competed to this Heat for the two Golden Tickets for the Grand Final of Eurovizija.LT, these were (in the particular running order):

  • Agnė Buškevičiūtė – “Puppeteer”

  • Il Senso – “Time”

  • Kasparas – “Fool”

The Results

With the panel already voting, tonight the Lithuanian audience had the chance to see the live performances for the first time and vote for their favourites. The result was determined 50% by the jury and 50% by the television audience

The Jury Vote of Heat 4

The Public Vote of Heat 4

The Overall Results of Heat 4

The two artists who qualified for the Grand Final are:

  • Il Senso – “Time”

 

Until now, eight (out of ten) artists were qualified for the Grand Final and these are:

 

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Lithuania: Tonight the fourth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024!

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The Eurovizija.LT 2024 continues tonight, through which Lithuania will select its representative for the 68th Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Malmö in May.

A week after last Saturday’s third heat, the process of selecting the Lithuanian representative at Eurovision 2024 continues tonight, with two more artists punching their ticket to the Eurovizija.LT 2024 Grand Final on February 17.

Event Format

Eurovizija.LT 2024 consists of six shows: five heats and the grand final. The outcome for each of the six nights will be determined equally by the television audience and a five-member jury. Two songs from each semi-final will advance to the final, following a vote from the audience and a specially formed jury.

The three entries that receive the highest scores during the final will progress to the “Super-Final,” where the television audience will exclusively decide the ultimate winner and Lithuania’s representative in Malmö.

The five qualifiers will be broadcast on January 13, 20, 27, and February 3 and 10, respectively. It’s worth noting that, as in previous years, the semi-finals will not be broadcast live but will be pre-recorded earlier in the week. Additionally, in the event of a tie, the jury’s vote will prevail. Finally, the grand final will be broadcast live on February 17.

Finalists

From the first three heats, six artists have already secured their place in the Eurovizija.LT 2024  grand final. The six artists are:

Third Heat

The eight artists who will compete in the fourth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024 will perform in the following order:

  1. Agnė Buškevičiūtė – “Puppeteer”
  2. Il Senso – “Time”
  3. Kasparas – “Fool”
  4. Monika Marija – “Starting Tommorow”
  5. Vilija – “Save me”
  6. Danielė – “Cold Shower”
  7. Martin – “Jigsaw”
  8. Hansanova – “Dragons and Rainbows”

The hosts for this year’s Eurovizija.LT 2024 are Gabrielė Martirosian and Nombeko Augustė Khotseng.

You can watch the fourth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2024 at 20:00 CET on the official website of Lithuania’s public broadcaster by clicking here.

Last year in Liverpool, Monika Linkytė represented Lithuania with the song “Stay,” finishing in 11th place with a total of 127 points. Will Lithuania achieve another strong result in Malmö?

Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for the latest updates on our favorite contest!