Last week, RTV Slovenia’s coucnil meeting took place between December 9 and 11. Among the topics discussed, was of course the country’s participation in Eurovision 2025, as well as Israel’s participation, in question with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Read more
Despite RTVSLO’s earlier statement mentioning that the decision on a Eurovision 2025 participation would be taken in October, the Slovenian broadcaster announced that the nation will be present in Basel.
The selection format has not yet been decided, although a national selection is in plans for RTVSLO. Specifically, the broadcaster mentions that:
We would like to inform all interested authors and performers that in October 2024, RTV Slovenia will announce the method of selecting the Slovenian representative for the 69th Competition for Eurovision Song Contest 2025, including the rules for participation and how the winning song will be selected.
Hence, more details regarding Slovenia’s selection for Eurovision 2025 will be released in October along with instructions for those interested in submitting an entry.
The deadline for broadcasters to decide their participation in Eurovision 2025 expired yesterday, September 15. Then, the countries which applied for Eurovision 2025 can withdraw without penalty till October 11, while The Netherlands was granted an extension till November 1st to confirm its participation.
With Slovenia’s confirmation, we are now counting twenty-nine countries who will take part in the 69th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest.
Raiven, RTVSLO’s pick for Eurovision 2024 with her song “Veronika” brought Slovenia to the Grand Final for the second consecutive year, finishing twenty-third.
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After speaking to Eurovoix, the Slovenian broadcaster RTVSLO has said it will decide whether to compete at Eurovision 2025 in October.
The full statement from RTVSLO:
“RTV Slovenija will not make a decision about participating at Eurovision Song Contest 2025 until October 2024.”
Broadcasters have until September 15 to inform the EBU of their intention to participate. October 11 is the deadline for broadcasters to withdraw from the contest without a financial penalty from the European Broadcasting Union.
The Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS has confirmed today that the EBU has granted them a delay to decide on whether they will compete at Eurovision 2025 until November 1.
After the events of Eurovision 2024, RTVSLO released a statement in which they asked the EBU to provide further clarity on the events of the contest. The broadcaster raised doubts about the validity of its televoting results, and RTVSLO wanted further detail on the disqualification of the Netherlands, amongst other queries.
Raiven represented Slovenia at the 2024 contest, qualifying for the Grand Final with her song “Veronika”. She came in 23rd place in Saturday’s final, with 27 points.
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Meanwhile, 29 countries have already confirmed their participation in Eurovision 2025 in one way or another, and the remaining question marks can now be counted on the fingers of two hands.
How many countries will ultimately participate in Eurovision 2025?
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In the wake of, perhaps, the most controversial Eurovision Song Contest to date, RTVSLO, Slovenia’s national broadcaster sent out a list of questions to the EBU regarding everything that occured during this year’s Contest. This document has gone public at its full form.
Via a public statement, the Slovenian national broadcaster RTVSLO presented its questions towards the EBU in relation to some concerning events that took place at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. In the document, RTVSLO puts the televoting process and the ROTW voting’s purpose (the voting of the countries which do not take part in the Contest, yet they vote in the semifinals and in the final as one country) in doubt. Moreover, they request an explanation about the Netherlands’ disqualification from the Grand Final and question the anti-booing technology. Lastly, they raise concerns regarding the ban of certain flags inside the arena. Overall, RTVSLO is putting pressure on the EBU for a more potent and democratic policy regarding decision-making.
Slovenian RTV asked some of the most urgent questions to the EBU leadership due to the events and consequences of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. RTV Slovenia had already called for an official debate before the contest.
We point out that the Eurovision Song Contest is an extremely important project for Slovenian television, it is an event with a high spectatorship in our country and among our musicians, and that RTV Slovenia is pleased to be part of it. Therefore, after this year’s controversial Eurovision week, Slovenia is asking for concrete answers to the most pressing questions and would like these questions to encourage a broader debate on the future and development of the Eurovision Song Contest, which unfortunately has been marked by a number of controversial issues this year.
Therefore, Slovenian TV is asking the EBU for information on the Slovenian public’s vote, not only the number of votes, but precise information on how the Slovenian public voted. The overall result raises some doubts, in particular about the large number of “new” voters in the online vote, who have never been counted before.
Slovenian TV is demanding, among other things, further clarification from the EBU on the exclusion of the Netherlands; the report by some media that the actual sound image of what is happening in the hall was replaced by technical means; on the ban on the EU flag; on the possible influence of the sponsor on the content of the event…
Slovenian TV invites the EBU to discuss the “Rest of the World” vote. What is its purpose and why should the outcome of the contest be influenced by citizens of countries not participating in the Eurovision Song Contest?
Finally, Television Slovenia also asks to consider ways in which the views of EBU members can be more effectively integrated into the selection process and key decision-making or how to create a more democratic decision-making system in the future.
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For the time being, the EBU has not responded to the abovementioned requests submitted by RTVSLO. What is certain is that the discussion will broaden, while the EBU is receiving backlash from all sides.
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Following a plea from the Palestinian Rights Movement to the management of Slovenia’s public broadcaster, RTV SLO, there’s now a call to exclude Israel from the Eurovision. Specifically, 25 members of the European Parliament requested the cancellation of the decision allowing Israel’s participation in the upcoming contest in May in Malmö.
Several non-governmental and trade union organizations, Slovenian cultural figures, and artists, including some former Slovenian Eurovision representatives, signed the call by the Palestinian Rights Movement.
RTV SLO responded to their request, stating:
“The majority of the global audience is closely following events in Gaza. The EBU has already explained twice that the participants in the Eurovision Song Contest are public broadcasters, not countries.”
However, they added that they would still urge the EBU and its members to conduct a substantive discussion on the matter.
Raiven will represent Slovenia in Malmö this coming May with the song “Veronika,” entirely in Slovenian. She will compete in the second half of the First Semi-Final on May 7th.
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In a thrilling teaser release for Eurovision 2024, Raiven, Slovenia‘s chosen artist, offers fans a sneak peek into her competition entry, “Veronika.” The highly anticipated song will be unveiled on Saturday, January 20, at 21:00 CET, exclusively on the official Eurovision Song Contest YouTube channel.
Opting for internal selection for the third time in its Eurovision history, Slovenia has entrusted Raiven, a versatile artist with mezzo-soprano vocals, pop sensibilities, songwriting prowess, and harp-playing skills.
The teaser video, offering a glimpse into “Veronika,” is available for viewing on the Eurovision Song Contest Instagram account. The full song will be unveiled on January 20, setting the stage for Slovenia‘s journey at the 68th Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden, scheduled for May.
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The “Veronika” teaser is part of an upcoming special program on RTVSLO, scheduled for Saturday. The song itself, based on the historical figure Veronika Deseniška, will be exclusively in Slovenian.
In a recent interview with RTVSLO, Raiven shared exciting details about her participation. She expressed her commitment to an electronic sound and hinted at the thematic essence of “Veronika”:
“I envision ‘Veronika’ as a symbol of feminism, but not of the stereotypical kind. I wouldn’t want to portray that on stage. However, femininity and grace, definitely!”
Known as Sara Briški Ciman, Raiven is a familiar figure on Slovenian public television, hosting various shows and gracing concerts and music programs. Her recent single, “Ikona,” showcased at RTVSLO’s Popevka 2023 alongside Helena Blagne, garnered significant attention in the country.
Raiven’s professionalism, vocal excellence, captivating stage presence, and close association with RTVS make her an ideal candidate for Eurovision. Having participated in the Slovenian national final, EMA, where she secured notable positions in 2016, 2017, and 2019, Raiven is not a stranger to the Eurovision stage.
As we eagerly await the premiere of “Veronika,” let’s reminisce about Slovenia’s 2023 entry. The country was represented by Joker Out with the song “Carpe Diem,” securing a spot in the Final and finishing in 21st place.
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A few days ago, RTVSLO, the public broadcaster of Slovenia, announced that Raiven will represent the country in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, in Malmö!
In turn, Raiven talking in RTVSLO, revealed some new details about her entry. In detail, in the interview she states that she will stay loyal to her electronic sound, even in her Eurovision entry. She says that:
“I think of Veronika as a symbol of femininity, I think, maybe not stereotypical feminism. I wouldn’t want to show that on stage. But feminity and grace for sure”
We remind you that “Veronika” will be presented in RTVSLO, in a special program in January 20. The song is based on Veronika Deseniška (Veronika of Desenice), the second wife of Frederick II, Count of Celje. “Veronika” is based on the woman’s history and will be sung exclusively in Slovene.
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The song is written by Raiven, and will be part of her new album, titled “Sirene”, and will be released in February.
Until we listen to “Veronika”, let’s remember the country’s last entry. Slovenia was represented by Joker Out in Eurovision 2023, with their song “Carpe Diem”, that despite the high expectations, ended up in 21st place, bringng the country back to the final after two years:
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A while ago, the sixth artist for Eurovision 2024 was announced. Slovenia suprised us, as for the third time in history, the artist who will represent the country in the contest will not be chosen through a national final, but by internal selection.
Slovenian public television (RTVSLO) in a special press conference confirmed the rumors of recent months and announced that Raiven, a mezzo-soprano, pop singer, songwriter and harpist, will raise the country’s flag in Malmö.
Raiven will represent Slovenia at the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö this May with her song ‘Veronika’.
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Sara Briški Ciman, better known as Raiven is a singer who regularly appears on the country’s public television. He has presented numerous shows, and has appeared in a variety of concerts and music shows.
Her latest single titled “Ikona“ has become a big sensation in the country after being featured in RTVSLO’s Popevka 2023, alongside Helena Blagne.
No one can deny her professionalism, vocal skills, stage appearance and close relationships with RTVS, a set of things that fits perfectly with Eurovision.
Many Eurofans certainly remember Raiven, from her appearances in the Slovenian national final, EMA, having finished third in 2017 and second in 2016 (by just 100 votes) and 2019.
Watch her presentation video below:
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