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| Shkodra Elektronike - Zjerm Reaction | Festivali i Këngës 63 WINNER (Albania Eurovision 2025) | 23 Dec 2024 | 00:08:26 | |
Let's react to Shkodra Elektronike's live performance of "Zjerm" during the Festivali i Këngës 63 final in Albania. The electro pop duo will sing for Albania at Eurovision 2025. Unfortunately, RTSH blocked the performance video, so I can only show photographs. I discuss how they are 100% true to Albanian culture and their roots — and how the authenticity and lack of artifice make them stand out. | |||
| Elhaida Dani on Festivali i Këngës 63 and Eurovision return for Albania | 22 Dec 2024 | 00:11:12 | |
In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Festivali i Këngës 63 Artistic Director, Elhaida Dani — the Albanian singer, actress, and composer who has taken #FIK63 to the next level! Elhaida shares her insights into selecting the 30 acts and songs for the competition, introducing game-changing diaspora voting, and her ongoing mission to showcase Albanian talent globally. A Eurovision fan favorite, Elhaida placed 17th at Eurovision 2015 with her iconic song "I'm Alive." She also made history as the winner of X Factor Italia. Could we see her on the Eurovision stage again? Elhaida opens up about her dreams of returning to Eurovision and her commitment to continually improving Festivali i Këngës. | |||
| NeonoeN: Clickbait explains how technology controls us (Montenegro Eurovision 2025) | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:36:32 | |
In our English-language interview, NeonoeN — Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 act — tell us about the message behind their song "Clickbait." In short, it's about how technology controls us rather than us controlling it. Along with that comes problematic issues like trolling and social media addiction. Three of the band members — — tell us about their potential revamp, how they might incorporate English alongside the Montenegrin lyrics, and the struggles of being a rock 'n roll musician in a small country. We discuss.... 00:39 Meet the NeonoeN band members 02:16 How do you pronounce NeonoeN? 04:05 The band were surprised to win Montesong 2024 06:18 What is the meaning of the song "Clickbait"? 09:29 NeonoeN react to the negative comments 11:24 NeonoeN hope to fix camera angles for Basel 13:43 The band explain their staging — a "symbolic picture of the average man" dealing with technology 19:09 Deban asks, "Is "Clickbait" clickbait itself?" 21:02 Will NeonoeN revamp "Clickbait"? 22:17 Will they sing in Montenegrin or English or both in Basel? 23:07 Why has the group changed members so frequently? 25:28 The difficulties of working as a musician in Montenegro 27:25 What are the band members' second jobs? 29:00 Listen to their songs "Dječak sa vjetrom u kosi" and "Dok ne udahnem te" (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ViG8N83ZcnoTikTyPHeOe) 31:00 Will NeonoeN sing at the London Eurovision Party 2025? 33:00 What do they want their new fans to know about them? Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams | |||
| Linnea Henriksson: Den känslan is an uptempo song for Saturday night | 01 Dec 2024 | 00:06:56 | |
Former Melodifestivalen presenter and Idol singer Linnea Henriksson will compete in Heat 1 of Mello 2025 in Luleå on 1 February. Her song “Den känslan” translates in English as "That feeling." She co-wrote her song with David Lindgren Zacharias and Sebastian Atas. | |||
| Malou Prytz: 24K Gold is a powerful, uptempo song for Melodifestivalen | 30 Nov 2024 | 00:04:12 | |
Melodifestivalen 2025 marks Malou Prytz' return to the music scene after stepping away to study law. She says that her Mello entry "24K Gold" is "a powerful song" that will feature a lot of gold and glitter on stage. She says it's uptempo pop — and much more mature than her earlier entries. | |||
| Latvia Supernova 2025 | Reaction to 20 song snippets | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:31:17 | |
William and Deban react to all 20 song snippets in Supernova 2025 — Latvia's national selection for Eurovision. They discuss... 01:55 Adelina - "Electric Love" 02:50 Chris Noah - "Romance Isn't Dead" 05:14 Citi Zeni - "Ramtai" 06:55 Emilja - "Heartbeat" 08:30 Greta - "Monster" 10:15 Julianna - "Something in the Water" 11:38 Justs - "Fit Right" 12:49 Theo Ludwig - "Ligo" 14:18 Toms Kalderauskis - "Domaju, Tu Nac" 15:20 Katrina Gupalo - "Scarlett Challenger" 16:47 Kobra - "Zelts" 17:55 Bel Tempo X Legzdina - "The Water" 18:50 Luka - "Stronger" 19:48 Markus Riva - "Bigger Than This" 22:10 Marta - "Lovable" 23:05 Palu - "Delusional" 24:02 Ruta Duduma - "Chemical" 24:58 Sinergija - "Bound By the Light" 27:11 Tautumeitas - "Bur Man Laimi" 28:05 Tepat - "Sadzejot" Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban: http://instagram.com/deban_deban
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| Klara Hammarström: I wrote On and On and On to win Melodifestivalen 2025 | 28 Nov 2024 | 00:09:36 | |
Klara Hammarström will sing “On and On and On” in Heat 2 of Melodifestivalen 2025 in Gothenburg on February 8. She says she co-wrote the song — alongside songwriters Cazzi Opeia, Thomas G:son and others — with the intention of winning Sweden's Eurovision selection. She says the "running lady" emoji gives her strength and speed...feelings that her pop banger will convey. | |||
| NeonoeN - Clickbait song REACTION | Montesong Eurovision 2025 | 28 Nov 2024 | 00:04:01 | |
Our first reaction to the song "Clickbait" from NeonoeN — winners of Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 selection Montesong 2024. | |||
| Scarlet say Sweet ‘N Psycho is Melodifestivalen metal to pump you up | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:04:40 | |
Swedish metal rock band Scarlet are back at Melodifestivalen 2025 with the song “Sweet ‘N Psycho.” In our English-language interview, they say the song will give you the power to make a change. | |||
| Måns Zelmerlöw says Melodifestivalen 2025 song Revolution is better than Heroes | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:05:37 | |
Måns Zelmerlöw won Eurovision with "Heroes." But he says his Melodifestivalen 2025 song "Revolution" is even better. His three-year-old son loves the anthemic banger. You can hear the song during Heat 4 of Mello 2025 in Malmö on 22 February. | |||
| Montesong 2024: Reaction to all 16 songs in Montenegro's Eurovision final | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:49:28 | |
Our reaction to the 16 finalists in Montesong 2024 — Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 national selection. We listen and react to these songs.... 01:35 ANASTASIJA KOPROLČEC - Kraj 05:14 BARYAK - Dva Srca 07:21 BEND "9" - Stop War 08:44 DOLCE HERA - Repeat 10:11 ĐURĐA - To Ljubav Je 14:29 GLUMCI BEND - San 16:04 ISAK ŠABANOVIĆ - Ljeto, Ljeto, Ljeto 18:17 KEJT - Obala Raja 21:30 LUKA RADOVIĆ - Kada Dođe Maj 24:26 MILENA VUČIĆ - Škorpija 26:33 NEMANJA PETROVIĆ - Među Zvijezdama 29:10 NEONOEN- Clickbait 32:23 NINA ŽIŽIĆ - Dobro Došli 38:47 TAMARA ŽIVKOVIĆ - Poguban Let 42:54 TINA DŽANKIĆ - Nova 44:25 VERICA ČULJKOVIĆ - Čuješ Li
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| Theo Evan | Cyprus Eurovision 2025 singer (REACTION) | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:10:37 | |
Theo Evan will sing for Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. Our William reacts to the internal selection of Theo Evan — a graduate of Berklee College of Music — whose singles include The Wall, Dark Side, and Save me from Myself. Theo Evans will release his Eurovision 2025 song at a later date. But for now we can react to his back catalogue, which we are loving. THEO EVAN | CYPRUS EUROVISION 2025 SINGER 00:24 Who is Theo Evan? 02:16 Theo Evan's debut single "The Wall" 04:35 The Wall lyrics 05:05 "Save Me From Myself" choreography video 06:30 "Dark Side" lyrics Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams | |||
| Shkodra Elektronike on Zjerm at Festivali i Këngës 63 | Semi-Final 1 Interview | 21 Dec 2024 | 00:07:23 | |
Electropop duo Shkodra Elektronike — Kolë Laca and Beatriçe Gjergji — lit up the stage with their fiery song "Zjerm" during Semi-Final 1 of Festivali i Këngës 63 (#FEST63). In this interview with Wiwibloggs, they share their unique perspective on competing in FiK. Kolë reveals he isn’t familiar with Eurovision or other national song contests, while Beatriçe says she’s already thrilled just to be part of this iconic Albanian festival. The duo also dive into the importance of showcasing their Shkodër, North Albanian dialect and culture through their music. | |||
| OGAE Second Chance Contest 2024: Which song should win? | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:18:23 | |
These sixteen songs did not make it to Eurovision 2024. However, they are loved by OGAE Eurovision fan club members and are now competing for a consolation prize. Before The OGAE Second Chance Contest 2024 results come out, William and Deban pick their top 3 songs that did not make it to Eurovision. OGAE SECOND CHANCE CONTEST 2024: 🇸🇪 Sweden: Jacqline – “Effortless” 🇷🇸 Serbia: Konstrakta – “Novo, bolje” 🇪🇸 Spain: Angy Fernandez – “Sé quien soy” 🇳🇴 Norway: KEiiNO – “Damdiggida” 🇸🇲 San Marino (OGAE Rest of the World): Loredana – “Pazza” 🇭🇷 Croatia: MARCELA – “Gasoline” 🇩🇪 Germany: Ryk – “Oh Boy” 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Ziferblat – “Place I Call Home” 🇫🇮 Finland: Sara Siipola – “Paskana” 🇨🇿 Czechia: MYDY – “Red Flag Parade” 🇮🇹 Italy: Annalisa – “Sinceramente” 🇲🇹 Malta: ERBA’ – “Sirena” 🇱🇹 Lithuania: Shower – “Impossible” 🇵🇹 Portugal: João Borsh – “…Pelas costuras” 🇩🇰 Denmark: Basim – “Johnny” 🇪🇪 Estonia: OLLIE – “My Friend” ⚫ Music (during the Pinterest segment): I'll meet you there by Sapajou Download: https://bit.ly/2TgcRjz ⚫ Vote for your favourite on our web site: https://wiwibloggs.com/2024/07/26/who-should-win-the-ogae-second-chance-contest-2024/282069/ Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban: http://instagram.com/deban_deban
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| Joost Klein: No charges for disqualified Eurovision singer | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:16:35 | |
Disqualified Eurovision 2024 act Joost Klein from The Netherlands will not face charged for a “backstage incident” that led to a police investigation in Sweden. That’s the news coming out of Malmö after senior prosecutor Fredrik Jonsson dropped the case. You’ll remember that the EBU disqualified Joost on the day of the grand final “following threatening behaviour directed at a female member of the production crew." We review statements from most of the key players in the Eurovision drama, including Joost Klein, Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS, the European broadcasting Union and more... 00:30 Why was Joost Klein disqualified from Eurovision? 01:00 What did The Netherlands say about the disqualification? 01:38 Why did Swedish police drop the case against Joost Klein? 03:15 How has Joost Klein responded to the Swedish police decision? 04:00 What did the EBU say about the police decision? 07:00 Why did the EBU act so quickly to disqualify Joost? 09:23 What has the Dutch broadcaster said about the news? 10:30 What does Cornald Maas think? 11:20 Fans react to the news — demanding Joost return to Eurovision in 2025 and that the Netherlands withdraw, among other things | |||
| Nebulossa: How offensive is Zorra? (What Really Happened at Eurovision? Episode 6) | 10 May 2024 | 00:14:44 | |
We’re just hours away from crowning the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. But one of the more controversial acts in its home country is not a firebrand pop princess but a middle aged couple singing under the moniker 'Nebulossa'. Their electro-pop anthem 'Zorra' has caused a stir in Spain as it attempts to reclaim the word ‘Vixen,’ often used as a slur to mean something like ‘bitch’ or ‘slut.’ "'Zorra' is partly autobiographical; it reflects women’s experiences of feeling marginalized and underestimated. Nebulossa’s María "Mery" Bas told Wiwibloggs, 'We decided to craft this song as a form of therapy.' The use of the word though (47 times throughout the 3-minute song), has even divided Spain’s feminist movement, with some arguing it’s a powerful reclamation of the word, while others say it's derogatory. 'The problem is that this song is going to represent the country, and it's going to say, Europe, hey, guys came to Spain because there is plenty of sex. And this sex is related to prostitution, wherein many women are being exploited,' Eva Neila Ausín of Spain’s Feminist Movement of Madrid Group explained to the What Really Happened podcast. The Feminist Movement of Madrid caused controversy in Spain following a public row with Spain's main feminist movement, the 8M Commission, over its support for trans rights legislation. With regards to Zorra, the debate has become so intense that even Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez weighed in. 'It seems to me that feminism is not only fair but also fun; this type of provocation necessarily has to come from culture,' he told Spain’s La Sexta. It hasn’t fazed the band much. ‘The criticism has been minimal compared to the overwhelming positive reception we’ve received. Nebulossa’s Mark Dasousa told us. In this episode of “What Really Happened at Eurovision?” We delve into the story of how a middle aged couple from coastal Spain exposed an existential fracture in Spain’s feminist movement and what it says about where the country is culturally today.
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| MUSTII - Before The Party's Over | Madrid PrePartyES interview | Eurovision 2024 Belgium | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:12:25 | |
We talk with Belgium's Mustii ahead of the PrePartyES in Madrid. Interviewer: Cinan http://instagram.com/cinansdl | |||
| Eurovision 2024: Semi-Final 2 Running Order (Reaction & Analysis) | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:25:30 | |
Our reaction to the Semi-Final 2 running order of Eurovision 2024. We discuss producers' decision to open the show with Malta's Sarah Bonnici and to close with The Netherlands' Joost Klein. We discuss who the running order helps and hurts and make some predictions about which countries will overshadow which countries. Eurovision 2024 semi-final 2 running order 1. 🇲🇹 Malta 2. 🇦🇱 Albania 3. 🇬🇷 Greece 4. 🇨🇭 Switzerland 5. 🇨🇿 Czechia * 🇫🇷 France 6. 🇦🇹 Austria 7. 🇩🇰 Denmark 8. 🇦🇲 Armenia 9. 🇱🇻 Latvia * 🇪🇸 Spain 10. 🇸🇲 San Marino 11. 🇬🇪 Georgia 12. 🇧🇪 Belgium 13. 🇪🇪 Estonia * 🇮🇹 Italy 14. 🇮🇱 Israel 15. 🇳🇴 Norway 16. 🇳🇱 Netherlands | |||
| Eurovision 2024: Semi-Final 1 Running Order (Reaction & Analysis) | 30 Mar 2024 | 00:17:14 | |
The Eurovision 2024 semi-final 1 running order has been revealed. Cyprus' Silia Kapsis performs first, while Luxembourg's Tali sings last. We react to the running order and analyse who the order of performance helps and hurts. 1. 🇨🇾 Cyprus 2. 🇷🇸 Serbia 3. 🇱🇹 Lithuania 4. 🇮🇪 Ireland * 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 5. 🇺🇦 Ukraine 6. 🇵🇱 Poland 7. 🇭🇷 Croatia 8. 🇮🇸 Iceland * 🇩🇪 Germany 9. 🇸🇮 Slovenia 10. 🇫🇮 Finland 11. 🇲🇩 Moldova * 🇸🇪 Sweden 12. 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan 13. 🇦🇺 Australia 14. 🇵🇹 Portugal 15. 🇱🇺 Luxembourg | |||
| Joost Klein explains Europapa meaning | Netherlands Eurovision 2024 Interview | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:08:15 | |
Joost Klein's parents died when he was very young. With "Europapa," the Netherland's Eurovision 2024 song, Joost pays homage to them and the journey he's been on. In our second English-language interview with the Dutch rapper, we discuss his song's Spotify and YouTube success; the meaning of the song, the symbolism of the burning photo and house, and what Joost thinks his parents would think about the video. Interview by https://instagram.com/williamleeadams You can order William's Eurovision memoir "WILD DANCES: My Queer and Curious Journey to Eurovision" here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wild-Dances-Curious-Journey-Eurovision/dp/1662601573
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| Kaleen says "We Will Rave" was written for Eurovision 2024 stage (INTERVIEW) | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:30:31 | |
Kaleen — Austria's Eurovision 2024 singer — has just released "We Will Rave." The techno-inspired 90s dance track comes with a super sexy music video, which was filmed in Los Angeles. In the video we see an empowered woman who is in total control of the men around her. Kaleen tells us about the music video, the story she portrays and how it relates to her personal story. She also explains how the song has changed since the leak of the demo version. Among other things, she fine-tuned it with camera angles and Eurovision staging in mind. | |||
| Joost Klein – Europapa REACTION | Netherlands Eurovision 2024 | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:20:23 | |
Joost Klein has shared Europapa — The Netherlands’ Eurovision 2024 song. William and Deban react to the official music video, discuss the moving backstory and ask whether he can qualify to the final. 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Joost explains the meaning of Europapa 01:40 Reaction 15:53 Can The Netherlands qualify for the final? 17:10 Reader comments and reaction | |||
| Silia - Liar REACTION | Cyprus Eurovision 2024 | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:16:53 | |
| Does Loreen want to win Eurovision a third time like Johnny Logan? | 15 Dec 2024 | 00:06:36 | |
Our Simon met up with the two-time Eurovision winner Loreen to talk about how everything has been since winning in Liverpool, her upcoming tour and if she is going to try and emulate Johnny Logan's feat and win Eurovision as a songwriter as well. The interview took place at Het Grote Songfestivalfeest in Amsterdam. Featuring: Simon: http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk | |||
| Nemo - The Code REACTION | Switzerland Eurovision 2024 | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:24:24 | |
Switzerland has revealed its Eurovision 2024 act. The non-binary singer Nemo will perform “The Code”. We react to the official music video. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Reaction 04:42 Suzanne's lyrics analysis and being non-binary 08:03 William's analysis 11:47 Costumes and potential staging 12:15 Switzerland takes a risk 14:15 Suzanne on rabbit ears symbolism and identity 18:05 Will Switzerland qualify from Semi-Final 2 to the final? | |||
| Teya Dora reacts after winning Pesma za Evroviziju 2024 with Ramonda | 03 Mar 2024 | 00:14:35 | |
We spoke to Teya Dora moments after she won Pesma za Evroviziju 2024 and got the right to represent her country Serbia at this year's Eurovision. | |||
| Konstrakta discusses Novo, bolje and Pesma za Evroviziju in Serbia | 02 Mar 2024 | 00:15:34 | |
Our Cinan speaks with Serbia's Pesma za Evroviziju and Eurovision 2022 star Konstrakta in Belgrade ahead of the semi-finals. Learn all about "Novo, bolje" now! | |||
| Olly Alexander - Dizzy REACTION | United Kingdom Eurovision 2024 | 02 Mar 2024 | 00:17:43 | |
We react to Olly Alexander's Eurovision 2024 song "Dizzy." The BBC released the official music video on 1 March. The song was produced by Dua Lipa's producer Danny L Harle. Can Olly win Eurovision for the UK? We discuss. 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Reaction 03:42 Analysis and prediction 13:53 Reader comments | |||
| Silvester Belt: Luktelk singer reacts to winning Eurovizija.LT in Lithuania | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:01:53 | |
Lithuania's Eurovision 2024 singer is Silvester Belt with the song "Luktelk". He shared his first reaction with our Rezo Mamsikashvili backstage at Eurovizija.LT in Vilnius moments after this win. Featuring: Rezo - http://instagram.com/rezomamsikashvili | |||
| Saba reacts to winning DMGP 2024 with Sand | 17 Feb 2024 | 00:01:24 | |
It was close, but in the end it was bookmakers' and Wiwibloggs poll favourite Saba who got the victory in Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2024 in Denmark. She reacts to her win in our on-stage interview. | |||
| Marina Satti describes Zari — Greece’s Eurovision 2024 song (Interview) | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:16:21 | |
Greece’s Marina Satti has chosen her Eurovision 2024 song (reportedly called "Zari" or Dice in English). But what can we expect? In our interview she describes the song’s feelings and main theme. She wants to move beyond Greek stereotypes to present something contemporary and global. Featuring: William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| Dons talks Hollow and Latvia at Eurovision 2024 | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:25:16 | |
We chat with Dons — Latvia's Eurovision 2024 singer — after his win in the Supernova 2024 national final with "Hollow". He talks about the meaning of the song, Eurovision 2024 staging and much more. Will he include Latvian lyrics? What's the meaning of his song? Will he change his staging? Listen to find out... Featuring: William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| Silia Kapsis talks LIAR, Cyprus and Eurovision 2024 staging plans | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:14:07 | |
So how will Silia Kapsis stage "Liar" at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024? The Australian-born singer tells our Deban Aderemi all about it in Nicosia. The teen star has just finished dance rehearsals in Los Angeles and has just finished shooting the music video. We get the tea.
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| Zorra! We react to Nebulossa (Spain Eurovision 2024) | 04 Feb 2024 | 00:12:30 | |
Nebulossa is the winner of Benidorm Fest 2024 with "Zorra"! We react to their live performance from the final. Can Spain win Eurovision 2024 in Malmö? We discuss their odds, their lyrics and more. Featuring: Freddy - http://instagram.com/freddyt234 William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| Baby Lasagna on life after becoming Eurovision runner-up | 14 Dec 2024 | 00:09:34 | |
The Eurovision 2024 public vote winner Baby Lasagna looks back at his experience in Malmö, how life has changed for the Croatian sensation and if getting married to his now wife was more scary than standing on stage at Eurovision in front of 180 million people! The interview took place at Het Grote Songfestivalfeest in Amsterdam. Featuring: Simon: http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk | |||
| Luke Black on Serbian tragedy and PZE backlash (What Really Happened at Eurovision, Episode 5) | 02 Feb 2024 | 00:40:13 | |
It’s been one year since Luke Black announced himself to Serbia and won Pesma za Evroviziju. His iconic ‘Hello’ could rival Adele or Lionel Richie but it wasn’t always plain sailing for the Eurovision 2023 artist. After winning Serbia’s national selection Luke faced a huge backlash from Serbian celebrities who branded him everything from the devil incarnate to not being "Serbian enough." “I think there was like a lot of misconception about the visual, actually. That was the first thing. And I think, you know, like a male artist having a pop choreo and being kind of dramatic” Luke told us. Most difficult of all, however, was confronting national tragedy while in the public eye. In the latest episode of "What Really Happened at Eurovision?" we’ll delve into the behind-the-scenes drama for the Serbian delegation in 2023. From the applause that abruptly turned to criticism to navigating the complexities of national identity, Luke Black's Eurovision experience was a rollercoaster of emotions. Featuring: Freddy - http://instagram.com/freddyt234 William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| Nutsa Buzaladze teases Eurovision 2024 song plans in first ESC interview | 25 Jan 2024 | 00:25:59 | |
One hour before Georgia publicly revealed her as its Eurovision 2024 artist, Nutsa Buzaladze sat down with our William Lee Adams to spill the beans on her potential song, stage plans and more. The American Idol and The Voice of Turkey alum had only gotten the news 24 hours earlier, so was still processing the news. Featuring: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| Veronika reaction: Raiven (Slovenia Eurovision 2024) | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:12:41 | |
Raiven is headed to Eurovision 2024 with her song "Veronika". But can Slovenia's singer qualify for the final — and climb higher? We share our reaction and analysis. | |||
| How did Käärijä win the public vote? (What Really Happened at Eurovision, Episode 4) | 07 Jan 2024 | 00:41:19 | |
Producers behind Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu always knew that “Cha Cha Cha” singer Käärijä would be different.
"He had no filter in a very charming sort of way," says Matti Myllyaho, the show’s producer, when asked about their first meeting. "He walked in basically shirtless underneath his jacket. It was a chilly September day, and it was like 9 a.m., and, you know, a corporate broadcaster office in Helsinki, and we're like, oh, this guy is interesting." In this episode of "What Really Happened at Eurovision?" We delve into the story of how Finland, a nation that thinks of itself as an underdog in the contest, almost snatched the prize from under Sweden’s nose at Eurovision 2024. Kiro, co-writer of “Cha Cha Cha”, tells us about its origins as “Mr Cha Cha”. And Matti describes the immense pressure that fell on Käärijä. He also shares some of the plans for UMK 2024. | |||
| Baby Lasagna: Rim Tim Tagi Dim singer on Dora 2024 and Eurovision (INTERVIEW) | 06 Jan 2024 | 00:24:25 | |
Baby Lasagna — real name Marko Purišić — tells us about his Dora 2024 song "Rim Tim Tagi Dim." Among other things, he explains what it was like getting a last-minute call to replace Zsa Zsa, how the song relates to emigration from Croatia, his love of cats, staging plans and much, much more.
With: Baby Lasagna: https://www.instagram.com/the_baby_lasagna_/ William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams | |||
| Besa Kokëdhima - Zemrën n’dorë INTERVIEW | Eurovision Albania 2024 | 29 Dec 2023 | 00:08:26 | |
Hours before the final of Festivali i Këngës 62 -- Albania's national selection for Eurovision 2024 -- we spoke with eventual winner Besa Kokëdhima. She told our Erdi Tejeci about her song "Zemrën n’dorë". | |||
| AIKO - Pedestal REACTION | Czechia Eurovision 2024 | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:16:40 | |
Our Pedestal reaction. We watch Aiko's live performance of her Eurovision 2024 song for Czechia from ESCZ. Then we discuss how a revamp might improve her chances at the song contest. | |||
| Ukraine at Eurovision: From Hasta la Vista to Wild Dances (What Really Happened at Eurovision, Episode 3) | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:26:01 | |
It’s been twenty years since Ukraine joined the Eurovision Song Contest. Today they're known as one of the most successful countries in the contest with three wins and a 100% qualification record. But two decades ago it was a different story. In this episode we chart their course into the contest (with Oleksandr Ponomariov's "Hasta la Vista") and onto their first win (with Ruslana's "Wild Dances") just a year later. Ahead of Eurovision 2003, a group of young and inexperienced Ukrainians convinced the broadcaster to join the contest. We hear from Vasyl Myroshnychenko, one of those early team members who is now Ukraine's ambassador to Australia. He recounts the broadcaster's many hurdles, which included major debts to the EBU. He also describes the strategic vision that helped Ruslana win Eurovision 2004. We also hear from Philip Vella, the Maltese composer who wrote Ira Losco's "Seventh Wonder". He was drafted in to write Oleksandr Ponomariov's Eurovision 2003 song....only to have it replaced at the last minute. Philip gives us an exclusive listen of the song Ukraine had originally planned to send. He travelled with Ukraine's team to their debut contest anyway and recounts his experiences. Featuring: Freddy: https://instagram.com/freddyt234 William: https://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| Can Olly Alexander win Eurovision 2024 for the UK? (REACTION) | 17 Dec 2023 | 00:31:04 | |
Our 30-minute reaction video to the news Olly Alexander, previously of Years and Years, will represent the United Kingdom at Eurovision 2024. We discuss the announcement on Strictly Come Dancing, his discography, his collab with Dua Lipa producer Danny L Harle, his mysterious reveal video and much much more. Featuring (in order of appearance): William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Lucy - http://instagram.com/lucyeasurtee Deban - http://instagram.com/deban_deban Cinan - http://instagram.com/cinansdl Jonathan - http://instagram.com/jonathanlvautrey | |||
| That’s so Raiven! Slovenia’s Eurovision 2024 singer tells us about ”Veronika” | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:18:01 | |
Raiven will sing for Slovenia at Eurovision 2024. She gives her first English-language interview to us to discuss her song "Veronika", her staging, EMA and more. Featuring: William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams
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| ADONXS: Czech Eurovision 2025 singer Adam Pavlovčin on his cheeky song and queer identity | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:33:58 | |
🎤 In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Adam Pavlovčin, known as ADONXS, the rising star representing Czechia at Eurovision 2025. The first queer winner of SuperStar Czech-Slovakia, Adam opens up about his "uncompromising, cheeky, and cinematic" Eurovision song — perfect for dancing and impossible to put in a box. 🌍 Adam also shares the inspiring journey that took him from studying music in London (while juggling five jobs!) to becoming a symbol of inclusivity and equal rights in the music industry back home. 💡 From Eurovision dreams to breaking barriers, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Hit play to learn more about ADONXS and his bold vision for music and representation. ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive Eurovision content. Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams | |||
| Joost Klein interview | The Netherlands’ Eurovision 2024 act reacts to his selection | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:07:35 | |
Joost Klein will sing for the Netherlands at Eurovision 2024. He gave us his first English-language interview about his selection just hours after the announcement. Twan van de Nieuwenhuijzen, chair of the Dutch selection committee, said: “Following a careful and multi-phase process, the selection committee ultimately opted for Joost Klein. There were a lot of entries from a wide range of genres, but in our view his had the most hit potential. In the song, you hear his familiar mix of party and nostalgia. With his enormous creativity, we think Joost can put on a great show in a totally original way, and that the Netherlands and Europe are in for a positive surprise. We’re really looking forward to working with him.” Joost Klein said: “Taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest is a dream come true. I used to watch it together with my parents, glued to the screen, year after year. It’s an honor to represent the Netherlands, and I’m committed to giving my all for the best possible outcome.”
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| Junior Eurovision 2023: Full Results Reaction as France wins (LIVESTREAM) | 30 Nov 2023 | 01:06:19 | |
We react to the Junior Eurovision 2023 winner, jury results and online vote live after the show. We review the full show and share our readers comments.
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| Junior Eurovision 2023: Our Top 3 before online voting opens | 24 Nov 2023 | 00:17:08 | |
Junior Eurovision 2023 online voting opens Friday November 24. Before rehearsals, we compiled our individual JESC 2023 Top 16 and can now share the Top 3 of several of our jury members. Featuring: William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Suzanne - http://instagram.com/SuzAdams1 Ruxandra - http://instagram.com/RuxyArt Jonathan - http://instagram.com/jonathanlvautrey
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| Slimane - Mon Amour Reaction | France Eurovision 2024 live performance | 12 Nov 2023 | 00:15:13 | |
Our reaction to Slimane's live performance of "Mon Amour" — France's song for Eurovision 2024. Slimane is one of France's biggest pop stars, so expectations are high. Can he win? We watch and react. Featuring: William - http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban - http://instagram.com/deban_deban
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