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Junior Eurovision 2024: Listen to the Italian entry!

About a week ago, RAI revealed that the thirteen years-old Simone Grande will represent Italy in the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest with his song “Pigiama Party“. Just moments ago, the music video of the Italian entry was uploaded on the official Junior Eurovision YouTube channel.

You can listen to “Pigiama Party“, below:

How was Simone Grande selected?

For the eight consecutive year, RAI opted for an internal selection. In fact, Simone Grande was crowned the winner of “The Voice Kids 2023“, back in December. Then, it was mentioned that the winner of the children’s talent show will represent Italy in Junior Eurovision, though it was officially confirmed several months later.

RAI has previously used “The Voice Kids” as a source for its Junior Eurovision contestants; Melissa and Ranya, the representatives from the previous year, were both finalists in the inaugural season.

Who is Simone Grande?

Simone was born and is currently living in Rozzano, a small town close to Milan, where he’s attending the second year of middle school. He admits that he doesn’t like studying very much, but he does have a lot of other passions!

He loves to play football and has been playing football since he was 8 years old. His favourite team? Well, Simone is a big supporter of Inter Milano, keeping it close to home. Simone also loves cooking for his family and creating new recipes that everyone can taste together.

When he was just 4 years of age, Simone started dancing, thanks to his older sister Noemi. Nowadays, however, when it comes to performing, he’s completely focused on singing. When he sings, Simone says that he feels incredibly joyful and excited.

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.

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.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Junior Eurovision 2024: Listen to the revamped version of Germany’s song!

With less than two months to go until the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, Germany is ready to present the final version of the song that will represent the country in Madrid! Read more

Cyprus: “Crystal Waters” for Junior Eurovision 2024 to be released on September 30| Watch Maria Pissarides perform it live for the first time!

Cyprus is set to make a grand return to the Junior Eurovision 2024 in Madrid, with 11-year-old Maria Pissarides ready to present her song titled “Crystal Waters”!

In detail, on Monday, September 30, at 9:30 PM Cyprus time, the song and music video for the Cypriot entry will be unveiled for the first time during the show “Omorfi Mera” on RIK.

 

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But before that, Maria Pissarides will be a guest on the Sunday live stream of Eurovisionfun on YouTube, where she will honor us by performing a part of her song live, just one day before its official release!

Don’t miss our upcoming live, which will not only feature the Cypriot entry in the Junior Eurovision but will also cover all the latest news regarding the Greek national final!

The 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest will take place on November 16 in Madrid, Spain, following France’s refusal to host the contest for the second year in a row.

Stay tuned on Eurovisionfun for all the news regarding the Cypriot participation at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024, in Madrid!

Junior Eurovision 2024: RTVE reveals the hosts of the 22nd edition!

The 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be held for the first time in Spain on November 16. The excitement is high for the Spanish as 2024 marks the twentieth anniversary of their first and only win in the contest, with Maria Isabel, as well as the first time that the nation hosts an EBU event since 1969.

Just moments ago, RTVE revealed the hosts of the 22nd edition of the children’s contest, which will be held in Baja Mágica in Madrid on November 16. Specifically, the show will be hosted by Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia.

 

Who are the hosts of Junior Eurovision 2024?

Fans of the Eurovision Song Contest will recognize Ruth Lorenzo because she represented Spain in the 2014 competition. Lorenzo was born in Murcia. Ruth’s song “Dancing in the Rain” brought Spain in the top ten in Copenhagen ten years ago. Since then, the singer has continued to pursue her musical career and has ventured into television hosting. Ruth has hosted Spain’s Eurovision pre-selection show, Benidorm Fest, among other shows.

Marc Clotet is an award-winning actor who has acted in theater, television and film. In 2021, Marc established his own production company as well. Esto No Es Suecia, his debut series, was co-produced by RTVE. It received honors from the Prix Europa Awards as well as the Cannes Series Festival.

Melanie García competed for Spain in the 2019 Contest, which took place in Gliwice, Poland. With her song “Marte” she made a very successful return for Spain, placing third overall. Since then, the young singer has released more music and done roles in theater and television. In 2022, she received a Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards nomination for Best Spanish Artist. Additionally, Melani won the 2018 La Voz Kids series, one year before she brough Spain the second place in Junior Eurovision.

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!”.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Source: junioreurovision.tv

Cyprus: Maria Pissarides filmed the music video for her Junior Eurovision 2024 entry!

CyBC, the Cypriot public broadcaster, announced that the filming of the music video for the song with which is officially over!

The filming of the music video took place in beautiful Limassol, under the direction of Petros Charalambous. The music video incorporates elements of nature, combining natural landscapes with the musical aesthetic of the song, and is expected to be released at the end of September, according to the information we have.

The song that will be presented at Junior Eurovision 2024 has been composed by Sofia Patsalides, who represented Cyprus in the same contest ten years ago, in collaboration with the Swedish Producer and Composer Armin Gilani. Sofia Patsalidou, known for her creative ability and musical sensitivity, has composed a song that will win impressions.
The staging of Maria Pissarides will be taken over by the internationally recognized British artistic director Layla Ellison. Ellison, with a great amount of experience and reputation in the field, aims to create an impressive performance that will stand out on the Junior Eurovision stage.

Junior Eurovision 2024 will be held on November 16 in Madrid. In addition to Cyprus, 16 other countries will participate, making it one of the most exciting editions of the Contest to date.

Stay tuned on Eurovisionfun for all the news regarding the Cypriot participation at the Junoior Eurovision Song Contest 2024, in Madrid!

Junior Eurovision 2024: Slogan and stage design revealed!

Today morning, EBU revealed the participants’ list for the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, which will be held in Madrid, Spain. It is the first time Spain is hosting the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, after having won in 2004 and the first time since 1969 that the country is hosting a Eurovision event. Moreover, RTVE also revealed the artwork and the stage design for the upcoming contest.

Let’s Bloom!

“Let’s Bloom!”, which alludes to the blossoming of young performers as they take the stage and perform at the event, has been unveiled by RTVE as the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest slogan and artistic theme.

The concept behind the theme is explained by Ana María Bordas, Executive Producer of JESC 2024 and Director of Original Content at RTVE:

We have thought of a concept that, taking nature as an example, influences the idea of ​​young artists flourishing towards a future where they can be themselves and express freely in a healthy, safe and diverse way. The aim is to walk with them in their growth and development. In short, to help them flourish and progress, by being themselves.

The concept of flowers and blooming comes from nature itself, where there is so much diversity and in which everything is important, harmonious and beautiful.

The postcards, which are the quick films that play before each nation’s performance, will follow the same idea. The phrase “Let’s Bloom” can be combined by any artist with one of the JESC values, such as “Bloom in harmony,” “Bloom in joy,” “Bloom in diversity,” etc.

Stage Design

The same idea will also be implemented as it regards to the stage of Caja Mágica.

A huge vertical LED screen that will dominate the stage as a central feature is a ground-breaking and evocative reminder of the verticality of the digital world in which young people coexist. RTVE has created a straightforward yet contemporary set.

Marvin Dietmann, the artistic director for JESC 2024 elaborates more:

Our vision is rooted in the belief that diversity is the essence of beauty, much like a flourishing garden. In this creative journey, we embrace the idea that each artist, like a unique plant, contributes to the vibrant tapestry of our ‘garden of life’. Here, everyone has their place and together we grow into diverse shapes, colours and forms.

We invite our audience to trust in our vision and the future of our artists, as we embark on this transformative experience together.

Junior Eurovision Song Contest 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

It is the first time since 2021 that the contest sees a rise in its participants, since two countries made their return. Cyprus and San Marino will return to the contest for the first time after seven and nine years respectively. It was revealed exclusively through Eurovisionfun months ago, that two countries would return in Madrid.

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom decided to opt out of the contest after two years since its successful return.

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.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Source: junioreurovision.tv

Junior Eurovision 2024: 17 countries will join the 22nd contest in Madrid!

The Junior Eurovision season has officially started! Just moments ago, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced the participants’ list of Junior Eurovision 2024, which will be held in Madrid. In total, 17 countries will participate in the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest.

In detail, young singers from the following countries will take the stage in Madrid:

  • 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

It is the first time since 2021 that the contest sees a rise in its participants, since two countries made their return. Cyprus and San Marino will return to the contest for the first time after seven and nine years respectively. It was revealed exclusively through Eurovisionfun months ago, that two countries would return in Madrid.

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom decided to opt out of the contest after two years since its successful return.

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.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Source: junioreurovisiontv

Kazakhstan: The country will not return to Junior Eurovision 2024!

Earlier today, Khabar, the public broadcaster of Kazakhstan, announced through the director of content acquisition, that the country will not return to Junior Eurovision 2024, having the 2022 contest as its last participation!

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EXCLUSIVE: Two countries return to Junior Eurovision 2024!

The list of countries that will participate in Junior Eurovision 2024 on November 16 in Madrid is expected with surprises. According to our exclusive information two countries will finally be returning to the competition, bringing the final list of participating countries to 17! Read more

Junior Eurovision 2024: Bjarne will represent Germany in Madrid with “Save The Best For Us”!

With less than five months left until the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, Germany has just selected its entrant, via a national selection.

Five acts competed for the German representation in Madrid:

  • Bellamore – “Too Cool”
  • Bjarne – “Save the Best for Us”
  • Franz – “Komplett” (Complete)”
  • Greta – “All of Me”
  • Julius – “Jupiter”

Following the combination of the votes from an expert jury and an online voting in equal shares, Bjarne was crowned the winner of the selection and therefore the German representative in Junior Eurovision 2024. In fact, Bjarne triumphed both in jury’s and online voting.

Bjarne’s song “Save The Best For Us” is currently available in a demo version, while the full version along with the music video will be released in the coming months.

Who is Bjarne?

Bjarne is ten years-old and took part in the twelfth season of the German version of “The Voice Kids” in 2024 and reached the sing-offs as part of the team of ESC winner Lena Meyer-Landrut . His appearances on the show have certainly also brought him many followers on social networks. Around 176.000 people follow the ten year-old’s Instagram account, which is managed by his mother. There are almost as many on TikTok – more than 161,000 followers.

The 22nd edition of 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.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Source: eurovision.de