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Montenegro: Vladana Vučinić resigns from RTCG due to ethical concerns!

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The aftermath of Montesong 2024, Montenegro’s national selection for Eurovision 2025, has been marred by controversy and uncertainty. The selection process, which was meant to bring Montenegro’s first representative to Eurovision in three years, has taken an unexpected downward spiral, culminating in the resignation of Vladana Vučinić from RTCG, the country’s national broadcaster.

The reasons behind Vladana’s resignation

Vladana Vučinić, a Creative Director at RTCG and a co-host of Montesong 2024, took to Instagram to explain the reasons behind her resignation from the national broadcaster. In her statement, she emphasized that her decision was based on a moral obligation:

Due to such insinuations, which only harm everyone, I am taking this opportunity to inform you that I announced my resignation to RTCG the day after the end of Montesong, because I felt a moral obligation.

In addition, I would like to remind you that the Public Service of Montenegro is obliged to present to the public anyway available data and thus answers to the question questions, which I hope he will do.

– how and in what way Montesong was financed?

– who and in what way presented the whole in front of the RTCG this project?

– did anyone receive special fees?

– that RTCG’s obligations were exactly according to the contract, in terms of script, production, presenter, etc.?

– that there were mistakes and that something should be done about it, so that this festival could continue in the future.

When things are done transparently, there is no need to hear about them, because it only casts a shadow over months of hard work, and Eurovision again puts in a negative context what is happening in the last musicians in Montenegro and their promotion in Europe.

Personally, I take my hat off to the guys from NeonoeN, I think it’s a fair move and I’m honestly sorry that those with a message that is current will not represent CG.

Whoever it is, good luck – we don’t really need to make a drama about everything. One good thing in all of this is that for a short while politicians and politics are put on the back burner, that we have a stage, to which the Public Service and other media must give a little more space.

Hence, moral obligations led to Vladana Vucic’s resignation from RTCG, implying that she was uncomfortable with how things were handled. She also called for transparency, something that maybe was not present during Montesong. The lack of transparency was what created all these unnecessary rumors and damages the reputation of those involved, especially the artists and performers, and casts a shadow on months of hard work. It also affects Montenegro’s representation at Eurovision, potentially harming the country’s image in Europe.

In a more hopeful tone, Vladana emphasized that the focus should remain on the music and the artists, rather than drama or politics. She urged the RTCG and the media to give more attention to the arts and culture, promoting music and talent rather than fueling unnecessary controversies.

Until know, there is no further notice on who will represent Montenegro in Eurovision 2025, as we are waiting for the official announcements by RTCG.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Montenegro: Neonoen withdraws from Eurovision 2025

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Montenegro’s journey to Eurovision 2025 has taken an unexpected turn, as the band Neonoen announced their decision to withdraw from the competition. This leaves the national broadcaster, RTCG, with the task of selecting a new representative. The decision follows intense discussions surrounding their selection and the controversies surrounding the Montesong festival, where they emerged as winners.

 

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Neonoen’s Statement

In their official announcement, Neonoen emphasized that their decision to withdraw was made “in the best public interest and with the desire to put an end to uncertainty.” They stressed their commitment to music and their intent to avoid conflicts that detract from the essence of their artistic work.

They specifically stated:

“We simply do not want to be part of any stories outside of music, nor do we wish to promote our work through such means.”

Their decision was accompanied by expressions of gratitude towards RTCG, the organizers of Montesong, fellow musicians, journalists, and fans who supported them. They also made a heartfelt mention of their families, who stood by them throughout the process.

The Events Leading to the Decision

Neonoen found themselves at the center of discussions after performing a version of their song Clickbait prior to its official presentation at Montesong. Although the band pointed out that this performance did not breach any rules or influence the competition’s outcome, the uproar surrounding it seems to have played a decisive role in their withdrawal.

In their statement, they noted:

“It is a fact that there have been many similar examples in the past, and the EBU has always decided that these songs could compete.”

Despite the justifications and support they received, Neonoen chose to distance themselves from debates they believe do not serve the music.

The Future of Clickbait

Their song, Clickbait, which has already garnered attention as a “modern social phenomenon,” as the band describes it, will continue to be released as a single.

Supporting Montenegro’s New Representative

While stepping away from Eurovision, Neonoen expressed their full support for Montenegro’s future representative, stating:

“Now let’s all come together to support Montenegro at Eurovision!”

Who Will Represent Montenegro? Nina Žižić?

The question of who will now represent Montenegro at Eurovision 2025 remains unanswered. A logical favorite appears to be Nina Žižić, who was both a fan favorite and the runner-up at Montesong, just behind Neonoen. However, RTCG has yet to make an official announcement.

Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops!