Who will succeed Sweden's Loreen asEurovision winner in 2023? For the time being, the suspense remains intact. However, the more the weeks go by, the more we know about the new 68th edition of Eurovision. This spring, the song contest will be broadcast live from Malmö, Sweden, from May 7 to 11, 2024, the day of the eagerly-awaited final.
Between now and then, each country taking part inEurovision - 37 this year - is gradually unveiling its chosen candidate and the song that will be performed for the occasion. So far, 25 artists have confirmed their participation, including 24 who are ready to take on Slimane, France's representative. So, who are they? We tell you more about these talents selected to defend their country in song.
His name is Mustii, from Belgium, and he was the first artist to be announced for the 2024 edition ofEurovision. Mustii has been selected by RTBF to represent Belgium next May. A Belgian singer, songwriter, actor and director, Mustii - whose real name is Thomas Mustin - is no stranger to his homeland, having already made a name for himself with a host of roles in theater, TV and Netflix productions. This spring, he will defend his country's colors with the song " Before the Party's Over ".
Another name selected forEurovision 2024 is Silia Kapsis, who will represent Cyprus next spring. Nominated by Cypriot broadcaster CyBC, this young artist, only 17, is already a well-known TV host. An Australian of Cypriot origin, Silia Kapsis recently unveiled her single " Who Am I ". We'll have to wait a little longer before discovering the song proposed for Eurovision, but we already know that it's entitled " Liar " .
Third name selected for the 68th edition ofEurovision? Marina Satti, who will have the honor of defending the colors of Greece. Born in Athens in 1986, Marina Satti has already made a name for herself, releasing the single " Koupes " in 2016, followed by her debut album"Yenna" in 2022. This artist's Eurovision song has yet to be revealed, so stay tuned! Note that this will be the 50th anniversary of Greece's participation in the Eurovision contest.
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What about the Netherlands? ForEurovision 2024, Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS has appointed Joost Klein as its representative. The song to be performed in Malmö this spring is not yet known, but it will be exclusively in Dutch and is entitled " Europapa ". The artist already has several opuses to her credit, including the latest, entitled"Fryslân", released in September 2022.
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We're off to the Czech Republic, where Aiko has been chosen to defend the country's colors. The female artist won the ESCZ 2024 national selection with her song " Pedestal ", which will be performed in Sweden in May.
What about Slovenia? Raiven, born in 1996, was chosen internally by the Slovenian TV station RTVSLO. With the song " Veronika ", the artist will attempt to bring home the trophy. The song will also feature on the artist's forthcoming album"Sirene", due to hit record stores on February 17, 2024. "Magenta", his first album, was released in 2017.
We're heading for Georgia, which has decided to bank on Nutsa Buzaladze this year. A native of the Georgian capital Tbilisi, Nutsa Buzaladze has already made a name for herself by placing among the top 12 contestants on the 2023 edition ofAmerican Idol. This year, the artist has set herself a new challenge by taking part inEurovision. The young artist, who released her first opus in 2019, intends to make a difference. Stay tuned for her song!
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Luxembourg will be present at the 2024 edition of Eurovision, thanks to its representative Tali. A big winner in the final of the " Luxembourg Song Contest 2024 ", the artist has secured her place to represent Luxembourg at this year's Eurovision. Tali chose the song " Fighter " to try and bring home the trophy.
We're off to Scandinavia with the group Gåte, who will be defending Norway 's colors this spring with the song " Ulveham ". Hailing from Trøndelag, Gåte have already released 5 albums since 2002. The Nordic country is therefore betting on a group this year, rather than a solo artist. Gåte won the Norwegian national selection, the famous"Melodi Grand Prix 2024".
Spain, part of the famous Big 5, has also chosen the candidate who will fly to Sweden this spring. The suspense came to an end at the grand finale of theBenidorm Fest. Up against 7 other candidates, Nebulossa made the difference with the song " Zorra ". It remains to be seen whether this electropop duo, formed by Maria "Mery" Bas and Mark Dasousa and hailing from Valencia, will also seduce the ears of the jury and Eurovision viewers on May 11.
WillWindows95man do as well as Käärijä' s " Cha Cha Cha ", which came second last year? For the moment, the suspense remains, but Windows95man is the musical project chosen by Finland after the final of the country's selection, the"Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu". Windows95man is first and foremost the artist Teemu Keisteri, accompanied here on vocals by Henri Piispanen. With the wacky song " No Rules ", Windows95man aims to make a real impact.
Italy, also a member of the Big 5, has chosen the artist who will represent it atEurovision this spring. And it'sAngelina Mango. The 2001-born singer triumphed at Italy's traditional " Festival di Sanremo " competition. Thanks to her song " La Noia ", the young artist will represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest in May 2024.
Olly Alexander: that's the name of the artist who will be defending the colors of the British flag this spring in Sweden. Already well known to the general public, Olly Alexander, whose real name is Oliver Alexander Thornton, is a British singer-songwriter and actor. He is also best known as the lead singer of the group Years and Years. With his first solo opus due to be released shortly, Olly Alexander has set himself a new challenge with this Eurovision entry. In a bid to take the top step, the artist will perform the song " Dizzy ", the teaser for which was recently unveiled.
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We're off to Ukraine to discover alyona alyona & Jerry Heil, who will represent their country this spring at Eurovision with the song " Teresa & Maria ".
Ireland, meanwhile, has chosen Bambie Thug to represent the country in Sweden in May with his song " Doomsday Blue ".
Dons is the artist chosen by Latvia for this 68th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. With no fewer than 9 albums to his credit, Dons will be defending his country's colors with the song " Hollow ".
Sarah Bonnici will represent Malta at this year's Eurovision contest with her song " Loop ".
Other artists confirmed for this 68th edition of Eurovision include Kaleen, who will representAustria. Kaleen has been involved in show business and music since she was a child. In 2021, she has also been appointed Creative Director of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest for Spain and Bulgaria.
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Poland, for its part, will be able to count on Luna. An accomplished artist, Luna sings and dances in a folk group. She is also a musician, playing violin and piano. To make the difference this spring in Malmö and try to bring the cup home, Luna has put her faith in the song " The Tower ".
We're off to Moldova to discover Natalia Barbu, who will be representing her country in Sweden this spring with the song " In The Middle ". The singer, who was named winner ofEtapa Națională, will be Moldova 's 20th entry in the Eurovision Song Contest, having made her debut in 2005.
What about Lithuania? The Baltic country has chosen to bet on Silvester Belt, winner of " Eurovizija.LT " after 6 weeks of competition! To defend his country's colors, the artist will perform the song " Luktelk ".
Next up isGermany, represented by singer Isaak. The young artist previously made a name for himself on The X Factor Germany, before winning the Show Your Talent talent contest in 2021. In 2024, Isaak sets himself a new challenge with the Eurovision Song Contest, which he hopes to win with his song " Always On The Run ".
SABA: that's the name of the artist who will represent Denmark atEurovision this spring. The artist came first in the " Melodi Grand Prix ", which each year allows the country to choose its representative at the Eurovision Song Contest. After playing an important role in the musical HAIR, SABA has now been thrust into the Eurovision spotlight, and is determined to make a difference with her song " Sand ".
Last but not least,Estonia has chosen the group 5miinust & Puuluup for this year's competition. They wonEesti Laul 2024 with their song " (Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi ". A song with a very long title, which will be performed in Malmö this spring at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Stay tuned for the rest! And don't forget that Slimane will be representing France in Malmö on May 11, 2024.
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