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Spain: RTVE receives a record number of submissions for Benidorm Fest 2025!

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Spain was one of the first countries to confirm its participation in Eurovision 2025, even before the Grand Final of the contest in Sweden, opening the submission window just a few days later.

The submission window for Benidorm Fest 2025 closed last night. RTVE announced earlier today that it received almost 1,000 songs over the 144 days that the process lasted, with around 300 of those submissions coming in the last 24 hours alone!

This number sets a record for all editions of Benidorm Fest. Around 200 more entries were submitted compared to last year, demonstrating that the festival is becoming increasingly embedded in the Spanish music scene and has grown into one of the biggest platforms for promoting music.

In the last three years, RTVE received the following number of entries for Benidorm Fest:

  • In 2022, 886 songs were submitted
  • In 2023, 876 songs were submitted
  • In 2024, 825 songs were submitted

Following the closing of the submission window, a special jury panel appointed by RTVE, consisting of music experts, will listen to and evaluate the songs. From these, the 16 best songs will be selected to compete in Benidorm Fest 2025, which will take place on January 28 and 30, and February 1.

Last year’s winners of Benidorm Fest, Nebulossa, represented Spain in Eurovision 2024 with the song “Zorra” and ended up in 22nd place in the Grand Final:

https://youtu.be/FOMoQoHG5aU

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Source: rtve.es

Norway: Tom Hugo from KEiiNO, wouldn’t rule out a Eurovision-related role in NRK!

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Tom Hugo, one-third of the band KEiiNO, was a guest in “The Eurotrip Podcast”, and he was asked about the Eurovision Song Contest, as well as the participation of Norway, his country in it.

The Norwegian Delegation, is going through a phase of internal changes, since Stig Karlsen, stepped down from his role as Head of Delegation, after a long and successful time.

So naturally, Tom Hugo, was asked whether he would accept the role of Head of Delegation in Norway:

“Not at the moment, no. I still have a lot of things to do with KEiiNO, and I really like producing music and writing music. However, at one point if a new head of delegation isn’t performing or suddenly withdraws, you never know.” 

However, he continued by saying that he is not sure if he is the most suitable for this role:

“Stig Karlsen has had so many tasks. It’s not just about finding music, it’s a long to-do list. There’s a lot of tasks and obligations for a Head of Delegation in Norway that I would not be the right person for. I could definitely have something to say when it comes to music and direction, but there’s a lot of things that aren’t my field.” 

The case of Hugo taking the position of head of delegation would be a similar case to that of Christer Björkman, who represented Sweden in 1992 and then worked at Melodifestivalen, but also as head of Sweden’s delegation.

Tom Hugo is part of the band KEiiNO, who represented Norway in 2019 with the song “Spirit in the Sky” and ended up in sixth place, winning the televote. They have attempted to return to Eurovision in 2021 and 2024, finishing second in the Melodi Grand Prix both times.

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Source: eurotrippodcast.com

Sweden: Scarlet return to Melodifestivalen 2025!

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Scarlet made their debut last spring, when the metal band came very close to reaching the final of Melodifestivalen 2024 with their song “Circus X”.

Many sources have reported to the newspaper Expressen that the band is set to return to Melodifestivalen 2025, the Swedish national final.

A few months ago, the competition’s project manager, Anders Wistbacka, spoke about the variety of entries in the competition.

“We want different types of songs and rhythms – both ballads and up-tempo tracks. It’s important to include pieces that immediately grab attention, but also those that might require one or more listens to fully appreciate,” he said.

According to Expressen, Scarlet fits well into the diversity that Melodifestivalen aims to create.

In total, nearly 2,800 songs have been submitted for Melodifestivalen 2025, and rumours suggest that several established artists are among the contestants. The final list of contestants is expected to be announced in December, but until then, many things can change.

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Source: expressen.se

Montenegro: These are the 16 artists that will take part in Montesong!

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Montenegro is returning to the Contest after two years and is determined to make this return the start of a new, successful era for the country in Eurovision!

The deadline for interested artists to submit their songs for the national final expired on October 1st. Following the evaluation by a special jury panel, the channel is ready to announce the names of the artists who will participate in the national final.

The announcement was made during the morning show “Jutarnji Program” of RTCG. Thus, the 16 artists who will compete for Montenegro’s representation in Eurovision 2025 are:

  1. Anastasija Koprolčec – “Kraj”
  2. Bend “9” – “Stop War”
  3. Boban Rajović – “Suze”
  4. Dolce Hera – “Repeat”
  5. Đurđa – “To Ljubav Je”
  6. GlumciBend – “San”
  7. Isak Šabanović – “Ljeto, Ljeto, Ljeto”
  8. Kejt – “Obala Raja”
  9. Luka Perazić i Rade Vukčević – “Dva Srca”
  10. Luka Radović – “Kada Dođe Maj”
  11. Milena Vučić – “Škorpija”
  12. Nemanja Petrović – “Među Zvijezdama”
  13. Neonoen – “Clickbait”
  14. Nina Žižić – “Dobro Došli”
  15. Tina Džankić – “Nova”
  16. Verica Čuljković – “Čuješ li”

A notable return is that of Nina Žižić, who together with Who See, performed the fan favorite “Igranka” in Eurovision 2013! We can also see Kejt, who was the runner-up in the country’s national final in 2018, with the song “Neželjena”, as well as Milena Vučić, who participated in the national final for Serbia & Montenegro in 2006.

RTCG also revealed the names of three reserve artists, in case any of the above finalists withdraws:

  • Tamara Žinković – “Fatal flight”
  • Hanibal – “Protect me”
  • Danijel Popović – “Kano cast”

Subsequently, the contestants have the opportunity to make changes to their songs until November 1st. However, the final versions of the songs will be published on November 17th, ten days before the national final.

Montesong will take place on November 27th, with the result being determined by the public and the jury vote in a 50% ratio each. It is also expected to be the first national final of the new season!

But until we learn about this year’s participation of Montenegro in Eurovision, let’s remember their last entry from 2022, with Vladana with the song “Breathe”:

https://youtu.be/L-ViRVRiGl0

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Source: rtcg.me

Luxembourg: 60 artists submitted songs for Luxembourg Song Contest!

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60 artists sumbitted entries for the 2025 edition of the Luxembourg Song Contest, the televised show through which Luxmebourg is going to select their participation in Eurovision Song Contest 2025, which is scheduled to take place in Basel, Switzerland.

RTL, the national broadcaster of the Grand Duchy, confirmed today that, after the end of the deadline for submissions which was on 6th of October, a total of 60 artists submitted one or more songs for the Luxembourg Song Contest. These artists are going to be invited for audtions in front of the international jury in November.


The chosen artists are expected to participate in Luxmebourg Song Contest wich is going to take place on 25th of January 2025.

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Montenegro: Montesong participants to be revealed in the morning of October 10!

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Montenegro is making a comeback to the Eurovision Song Contest after two-years of absence , and the national final to select its entry is just around the corner!

As previously announced, the names of the participating artists will be revealed on October 10th.

In a recent announcement, RTCG, the country’s public broadcaster, informed that the names of the 16 artists taking part in Montesong will be revealed at 09:45 CET during the TV show “Jutarnji Program” on TVCG1.

The songs will be released on November 17th, ten days before the national final, and artists have the option to make changes to their songs until November 1st.

The last time Montenegro took part in Eurovision, was in 2022, when Vladana performed “Breathe” in Turin:

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Source: eurovision.montesong.rtcg

Sweden: John Lundvik returns to Melodifestivalen in 2025!

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According to the available information, John Lundvik, who represented Sweden in the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest, is about to return in Melodifestivalen, in 2025. At least as per several resources of the Swedish newspaper Expressen.

An individual with lots of knowledge regarding Melodifestivalen points out that “it would be exciting should former winners return” making reference to Måns Zelmerlöw who is also remoured to be returning.

Fifth participation for John Lundvik

John Lundvik won Melodifestivalen in 2019 with the song “Too late for love”. Since then, the song has been quite popular on Spotify. Whether he can repeat his success remains to be seen. According to various sources who spoke to Expressen, the artist will make his return to Melodifestivalen next year. If confirmed, this will be John Lundvik’s fifth appearance at Melodifestivalen. In addition to his win in 2019, he has also finished  third, eighth and tenth in the final of previous editions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEdWkdVKIqQ&pp=ygUWZXVyb3Zpc2lvbiAyMDE5IHN3ZWRlbg%3D%3D

In total, almost 2,800 songs have been submitted for Melodifestivalen 2025, and the contestants are rumored to include several established artists. The process from song submission to official confirmation of entry varies for each entry. The final list of contestants is expected to be announced in December, but a lot can change until then.

Source: Expressen

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Cornald Maas and Stefania will host Eurovision in Concert 2025!

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Despite the current uncertainty regarding the Dutch participation in the contest, Eurovision in Concert will return in 2025 for its 15th edition. This event, which consistently hosts the vast majority of the participants each year, as well as numerous past Eurovision representatives, has become a staple and is rightfully considered the biggest pre-party event. Read more

Luxembourg: Details for the Songwriting Camp!

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A songwriting camp took place in Luxembourg the past few days, as the Grand Duchy has started the search of its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025!

According to the country’s national broadcaster RTL, Rocklab organized the camp in Esch-Belval to help artists produce songs that could compete in next year’s Eurovision. The camp was led by Greig Watts, an experienced A&R representive who organized the first ‘Eurovision Camp’ in the Netherlands in 2015.

The Grand Duchy returned to Eurovision this year after a 31-year hiatus and created the Luxembourg Song Contest as a new national final for the country. Several of the performers who competed in this year’s competition were among the 20 artists accepted into the camp.

Joel Marques, CHAiLD, Edsun, Naomi Ayé, Krick and many members of One Last Time participated, along with other Luxembourgish talents. At the camp, each of the artists had to write and produce a song for Eurovision within eight hours. The artists were assisted by international music producers and songwriters.

One of the songwriters who came to Luxembourg for the camp was Linda Dale – who knows how to write a winning song. Dale was one of the composers behind “The Code”, Eurovision winner Nemo for Switzerland this year in Sweden.

However, it is unclear whether these songs were written specifically for the Luxembourg Song Contest. In addition, the artists selected to participate in the camp will not necessarily be in the LSC lineup – a decision has yet to be made on who will compete in next year’s national final.

All the same, there is a chance that one of the songs produced at the camp will be Luxembourg’s next Eurovision entry. At the camp, Dale told the artists in attendance that “it’s important to always say yes to the ideas that come up at a camp like this, because that’s how ‘The Code’ was born.”

Source: RTL

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Montenegro: Montesong finalists to be revealed on October 10!

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Montenegro is returning to the Eurovision Song Contest after a two-year absence, and the national final through which its entry will be selected is just around the corner!

In detail, the deadline for those interested to submit their songs for the national final ended on October 1st. RTCG, Montenegro’s public broadcaster, announced that it received a total of 32 entries. However, the organizers are leaving a small window open for any additional entries that may arrive by mail.

A special jury panel will now evaluate the songs and select 16 entries to participate in the national final. The names of the artists and the song titles will be revealed on October 10th, while the songs themselves will be published on November 17th, ten days before the national final.

The public broadcaster admits that the timeline was tight, but they believe the juries will be able to recognize a good song, even in its demo version. Contestants will also have the opportunity to make changes to their songs until November 1st.

RTCG’s artistic director, Vladana Vučinić, emphasized that this national final will be crucial for Montenegro’s music scene:

“In this way, we will know if there is a basis for the national final to continue annually. I hope that the artists will have high expectations, and Montesong will become a tradition!”

More information about Montesong will be released on October 4th at 10:00 CET.

The last time Montenegro took part in Eurovision, was in 2022, when Vladana performed “Breathe” in Turin:

https://youtu.be/L-ViRVRiGl0

Stay tuned on Eurovisionfun for all the news regarding the Montenegrin participation at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, in Basel!

Source: rtcg.me