2013

Moran Mazor

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts NameMoran Mazor Born17 May 1991 Nationality🇮🇱 Israeli National SelectionKdam Eurovision 2013 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongRak Bishvilo (2013) Biography Moran Mazor is an Israeli singer and actress. Mazor was born in the city of Holon to a Jewish family of Georgian origin. In an interview, she mentioned that her parents immigrated to Israel from Georgia in the early 1970s. Mazor performed her military service between 2009-2011 in the Air Force band. In 2011, she participated in the first season of the reality show Eyal Golan Koreh Lecha (Eyal Golan Calls You) and won first place. Approaching her first album, Mazor released the singles “Tabit Bi”, “Nasikh Sheli”, “Khoderet le’Levakh”, “Ani Kan” and “Alenu.” In 2013, Mazor was selected in the pre-Eurovision to represent Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song “Rak Bishvilo” Mazor competed in the semi-finals, finished in 14th place, and did not qualify for the competition’s final. On April 25, 2018, Mazor released a new single called “Kima’at Me’ohavim” In 2018, Mazor was cast in a leading role in the musical “Zeh Ani” by Maor Zaguri, based on the songs of Eyal Golan. She played the role in 2018 and 2019. On March 13, 2019, she released a single called “Rak Otkha”. The melody of the song was from the Turkish series “Hakalah me’Istanbul” which Mazor acquired following her new single. It was followed in April 2020 by the song “Ruach Ba’ahayamah”. In 2021, in the middle of the Corona crisis, she was part of a campaign to get attention for Eran, an organisation that offers psychological help by phone and via internet. In July of that year, she released a new single, “Ein Lekha Musag”. On 29 March 2022, Moran’s new single “Sheva” was released. In September of that year she performed at the Jerusalem Post Annual Conference in New York. In May 2023 a new single, “Kuli Ahava” was released. Entries Rak Bishvilo Country🇮🇱 Israel Year2013 LanguageHebrew LyricsGal Sarig MusicHan Harari BackingsAvia ShoshaniDaniel SkaatChen Metzger-Eder Results Semi Points: 40Position: 14Running order: 10 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/BjbcD72OaI4?si=KbrI2GqIQxixtpn3

Valentina Monetta

© EBU/Thomas Hanses About Quick Facts NameValentina Monetta Born01 March 1975 Nationality🇸🇲 Sammarinese National SelectionInternal selection 2017Internal selection 2014Internal selection 2013Internal selection 2012 In Eurovision2017 Kyiv2014 Copenhagen2013 Malmö2012 Baku SongSpirit of the night (2017, with Jimmie Wilson)Maybe (2014)Crisalide (Vola) (2013)The Social Network Song (oh oh – uh – oh oh) (2012) Biography Valentina Monetta is a Sammarinese singer. She was born in the city of San Marino in 1975 of a Sammarinese mother and an Italian father. She went to highschool in Rimini. Valentina Monetta began her career in 1995. She became the lead singer of the band Tiberio. She also sung in other bands like Parafunky. She organized shows around San Marino and Romagna. In 2001 Valentina took part in the talent show Popstars. In 2002 she joined the project Charme, with which she released the single “Sharp”. In 2006 she joined 2Black with whom she released the single “Vai” in 2007, in collaboration with Papa Winnie. In 2008 she was a candidate for the internal selection to represent San Marino at the Eurovision Song Contest 2008. However, the song “Se non ci sei tu” was not selected for the Eurovision Song Contest. In 2011 she released her first mini-album “Il mio gioco preferito” with the trio My funky Valentine. After being noticed in a club in Riccione by the then general manager of San Marino RTV Carmen Lasorella, in 2012 she was chosen by the state TV to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 with the song “Facebook (oh oh – uh – oh oh). The lyrics had to be changed. On March 22, 2012 the definitive version of the song entitled The Social Network Song (Oh Oh-Uh-Oh Oh) was revealed. Unfortunately, Valentina did not make it to the final. On 30 January 2013 the return of Valentina Monetta was announced for the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song “Crisalide (Vola)”. Dspite given among the favourites, the song failed to reach the final. In May 2013, SMTv director Carlo Romeo asked her to represent San Marino at the ESC for the third consecutive time. On 6 June 2013 the second album of the Sammarinese singer, entitled “La storia di Valentina Monetta” was officially released, including her past hits and special versions of the song Crisalide (Vola). Two weeks later she was officially reconfirmed for the third time in a row at the Eurovision Song Contest. With the song “Maybe”, she conquered the final. Meanwhile, she also teamed up with Joshua de Cadenéx and the Corale San Marino in the song “A kiss”. With a post published on her Instagram profile, the Sammarinese singer announced that she had no intention of participating in the event for the fourth time. However, she was present in 2015 as a spokesperson for the San Marino votes. On March 12, 2017, San Marino TV announced that Valentina would return for the fourth time in the European event, this time together with Jimmie Wilson, with the song “Spirit Of The Night”. Unfortunately, they didn’t make it to the final. In 2021, Valentina Monetta started performing with the Cocomanhattan Trio. Entries Spirit Of The Night (with Jimmie Wilson) Country🇸🇲 Country Year2017 LanguageEnglish LyricsSteven BarnacleJutta Staudenmayer MusicRalph Siegel BackingsErin Perry SpillerMeredith Murray MezzuloGiuseppe Tirolean Results Semi Points: 1Position: 18Running order: 10 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/UC7QzXPnt6k Maybe Country🇸🇲 Country Year2014 LanguageEnglish LyricsMauro Balestri MusicRalph Siegel BackingsGiovanna NaberGiacomo Di BenedettoSandrina SedonaPaulo Alves Results Semi Points: 40Position: 10Running order: 12 Results Finals Points: 14Position: 24Running order: 25 https://youtu.be/_eZNTBJ-Hyc Crisalide (Vola) Country🇸🇲 Country Year2013 LanguageItalian LyricsMauro Balestri MusicRalph Siegel BackingsIlaria ErcolaniAlessia Eva Mangano Results Semi Points: 47Position: 11Running order: 2 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/YirZIBi2vnY The Social Network Song (Oh oh – uh – oh oh) Country🇸🇲 Country Year2012 LanguageEnglish LyricsTimothy TouchtonJosé Juan Santana Rodriguez MusicRalph Siegel BackingsVera KlimaAlexandra SieberGiovanna NaberGiacomo Di BenedettoPeter Bischof Results Semi Points: 31Position: 14Running order: 11 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/y7IoR_5HPQ0

PeR

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts MembersRalfs EilandsEdmunds Rasmanis Active2007 – 2017 Nationality🇱🇻 Latvian National SelectionEirodziesma 2013Eirodziesma 2012Eirodziesma 2010 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongHere We Go (2013) Biography PeR, a Latvian pop and beatbox band consisting of Ralfs Eilands and Edmunds Rasmanis, interpret their name as “Please Explain the Rhythm”. Originating from a 2007 performance at the Dziesma manai paaudzei (A Song for my Generation), their musical journey took a turn when they competed in Moscow’s talent show Minuta Slavy (A Minute of Fame), clinching the 4th spot. Back in Latvia, their involvement in the annual Bildes 2007 marked the end of their original lineup, with Emīls Vegners being replaced by Edmunds Rasmanis. Their reputation grew as finalists in the LNT’s Latvian Golden Talents Season 1 and various performances, one notable one being at the 2009 Musical Bank. That same year, despite Ralfs Eilands’ age barring his participation, they joined Sabine Berezina in the national final for the Eurovision contest, rendering Markus Riva’s “Bye, Bye” and landing in 9th place. They also collaborated with Mārtiņš Freimanis for the single “Bums”. In the subsequent years, PeR made multiple attempts at Latvia’s Eurovision selections. Their 2010 entry, “Like A Mouse”, reached the top 10, while 2012’s “Disco Superfly” made it to the top 5. Closing 2012 with a bang, their debut album “PeR” got nominated as the “Best Pop Album” for the Latvian Music Record of the Year. By 2013, they stood out in Latvia’s Eurovision selection “Dziesma 2013”, triumphing with “Here We Go” and earning the honor of representing Latvia in the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden. However, their journey was cut short in the semi-finals, ending in the 17th position. They also performed at the New Wave festival that year. With “Here We Go” they represented Latvia at the Top Of The Pops Sopot Festival. The song also won the Radio SWH Song Of The Year Award. The follow up single was in Latvian, callled “Jauns Sākums”. It became a new #1 hit. In 2014, PeR teamed up with Jurga for a new single, “Dancing Knights”. Meanwhile, Ralfs took part in Eirodziesma along with Valters Pūce. Their song “Revelation” reached a 4th place. The single “Smile” became a top-10 hit. In the summer of 2016 the duo performed in the Netherlands. In 2017 PeR had their last performance together in Roja. Entries Here We Go Country🇱🇻 Latvia Year2013 LanguageEnglish LyricsRalfs Eilands MusicRalfs EilandsArturas Burke BackingsArturas BurkeLauris Valters Results Semi Points: 13Position: 17Running order: 1 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/xze_ilAXwWE?si=jEkGe-Uj69MwOanT

Moje 3

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts Members Nevana Božović Sara Jovanović Mima Radulović Active 2013 Nationality 🇷🇸 Serbian National Selection Beosong 2013 In Eurovision 2013 Malmö Song Ljubav je svuda (2013) Biography Moje 3 was a Serbian girl group. Mirna Radulović, Nevena Božović, and Sara Jovanović first connected during the initial rounds of Prvi glas Srbije‘s second season, an equivalent of The Voice in Serbia. They were all chosen by judge Aleksandra Radović for her team. They reached the finale on 20 January 2013, clinching the top three positions with Radulović leading, followed by Božović and Jovanović. In February 2013, the trio, now called Moje 3, was set to participate in Beosong 2013, Serbia’s Eurovision 2013 selection event. With their track, “Ljubav je svuda” (English: Love Is All Around), they emerged as Beosong 2013 victors, earning the honor to present Serbia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmö, Sweden. Before the contest, Moje 3 rolled out various versions of their song in assorted arrangements and languages and performed at the Eurovision In Concert in Amsterdam on 13 April 2013. At the Eurovision 2013, Serbia performed last in the first semi-final on 14 May but didn’t progress to the finals, landing at 11th position with 46 points. Interestingly, Moje 3 received the Barbara Dex Award, a playful nod to the contest’s most distinctively dressed artist. Though they had achieved success together, Radulović, Božović, and Jovanović clarified that Moje 3 was not a long-term project. By May’s end in 2013, they disbanded, with each artist focusing on individual pursuits. Entries Ljubav Je Svuda Country 🇷🇸 Serbia Year 2013 Language Serbian Lyrics Marina Tucaković Music Saša Milošević Mare Backings Ksenija Milošević Dunja Vujadinović Jelena Mitić Results Semi Points: 46 Position: 11 Running order: 16 Results Finals Points: – Position: – Running order: –

Despina Olympiou

About Quick Facts NameDespina Olympiou Born17 October 1975 Nationality🇨🇾 Cypriot National SelectionInternal selection 2013 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongAn Me Thimasai (2013) Biography Despina Olympiou, also known as Dena Olympiou, is a Cypriot singer. Despina Olympiou grew up in Limassol, Cyprus. Her musical journey began there, later taking her to London where she studied piano and music theory at Trinity College. Launching her music career in 1992, Olympiou relocated to Athens, Greece in 1993. During her time there, she collaborated with renowned artists like Yiannis Parios, Haris Alexiou, and Dimitris Mitropanos, to name a few. Notably, she featured on the George Sarri album with the track “I kounia mas”. Her debut album, “Ton Mation sou i Kalimera”, showcased work from several Greek artists. In 2002, Olympiou signed with Universal Greece. A year later, she teamed up with Michalis Hatzigiannis, producing the hit single “Na ‘soun allios” from the album “Vale Mousiki”. The CD achieved platinum status. Her subsequent albums, “Exoume Logo” and “Auto ine Agapi”, featured songs predominantly written by the Pantelia brothers, with the leading single titled “Kapote”. Olympiou’s 2007 single “Pes to Dinata” achieved great success in Greece and Cyprus. Collaborating once more with Hatzigiannis, she released “Mazi Xorista”. Her duet with Hatzigiannis, “O Paradisos”, won the Best Duet award at the 2008 MAD Video Music Awards. Her 2010 album, ‘Mia stigmi’, was another success, with singles like ‘Pano stin agapi’ and ‘Adynamia’. In 2012, her duet with Stereo Mike, ‘Den s’ afino apo ta matia mou’, became popular in both Cyprus and Greece. Despina Olympiou represented Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmö, Sweden. The Cypriot entry, a Greek song titled “An me thimasai”, was unveiled in February. Although versions in English and Spanish were created for promotion, Olympiou’s performance in the semi-finals did not advance her to the final round. Later in 2013 she teamed up with Constantinos Christoforou to perform in Greece and Cyprus. That caused a stir in December 2014. Despina was one of the jury members in the 2015 Cypriot national final for Eurovision. She performed in the show, together with Constantinos. But… Contantinos wrote one of the competing songs. In the end, Constantinos’ song did not win. In 2015, Despina gave several performances at the Barbarella Live Party in Thessaloniki. She also played the show “Medina darling” with Bessy Malfa and Krinio Nikolaou. In 2016 she went back to Thessaloniki for a lot of performances, a.o. with Krinio Nikolaou. She performed in Limassol with Constantinos. She also released the song “Gyrna se mena” in December. The song was followed in May 2017 by “Pánta érchetai i avgí” and “Opou mas pai i karthia” in November. In early 2018, Despina was part of a show were she performed songs of Yiorgos Chatzinasios and Yiorgos Theofanous. She performed in the show Notes Live with a.o. Constantinos Christoforou and Evridiki. The tour continued in 2019, when she also performed together with Kostas Hatzis. In April 2020, Despina released a new song, “Mi skefteis ksana”. She also participated in the show Just The 2 Of Us. In September 2021 a new song, “Ki as ehis figi” was released. Entries An Me Thimasai Country🇨🇾 Cyprus Year2013 LanguageGreek LyricsZenon Zindilis MusicAndreas Giorgallis Backings– Results Semi Points: 11Position: 15Running order: 14 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/Ekx8mT-fR80?si=WowYD3as9PHuVsbt

Who see

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts MembersDejan Dedović (Dedduh)Mario Đorđević (Noyz) Founded2002 Nationality🇲🇪 Montenegrin National SelectionInternal selection 2013 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongIgranka (2013) Biography Who See, sometimes referred to as Who See? or Who See Klapa, is a renowned hip-hop duo hailing from Kotor, Montenegro. Comprising members Dedduh (Dejan Dedović) of Kotor and Noyz (Mario Đorđević) of Herceg Novi, the duo came together in 2002, marking their entry with the demo track “Dim po dim” (“Puff after puff”). Their music gained traction with features on Serbian hip-hop compilation “Ulice vol.1” and 43Zla’s album, Sve same barabe. 2007 saw the release of their debut album, “Sviranje kupcu”, which showcased collaborations with a range of artists. They teamed up with artists such as Sean Price, Ajs Nigrutin, Wikluh Sky, Prti Bee Gee, Krešo Bengalka, Kid Rađa, Frenkie, Random, Smoke Mardeljano, Kendi, and Labia. Who See Klapa earned the privilege to kickstart Kotor’s 2008 Refresh Festival’s hip-hop section on 7 August. Their stellar performance at Maximus discothèque at midnight not only marked their growing reputation beyond Montenegro but also set the stage for Serbian rapper Marčelo. Both Dedduh and Noyz have also ventured into solo projects. Dedduh’s solo outing, “Kakav ćemo refren?” featured Serbian rapper Ajs Nigrutin. Noyz, on the other hand, unveiled “Niđe hedova masnija” in collaboration with Ajs Nigrutin and Timbe. 2013 was a milestone year as Who See, after clinching the MTV Adria award for Best Regional Act, was chosen to represent Montenegro at the Eurovision Song Contest held in Malmö. Teaming up with singer Nina Žižić, they performed “Igranka” during the first semi-final on 14 May 2013, although they did not progress to the finals. In 2014, they won an MTV Adria Award again, a Double Platinum Award. The song “Dinamida” became a huge hit. On July 28, 2014, their album “Nemam ti kad” was released. In November, their song “Đe se kupaš”, reached the no. 1 spot of the MTV Top List. In 2015 and 2016 Who See performed on numerous festivals in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. Their single “Sobe Zimmer Rooms” reached the first place in the national charts. In June 2017, the duo released a new single called “Naselj”, including video. On 1 July a new album came out, “Pamidore”. In January 2019, Who See reached the final of the Music Award Ceremony with the song “Naselj”. In May of the same year, a new song “Đedovina” was released. The two teamed up with Sergej Ćetković for the single “Pusti probleme”. The song won a MAC Music Award for best collaboration. A new single was released in July 2020: “Amo popit po pivo”. The song was built around a campaign of the Trebjesa Brewery. A new collaboration came in November of that year, this time with Alejuandro Buendija. “Idu Dani” was their single. It was in November 2021 that they teamed up with TriXstar, releasing the single “Viđi dane”. In April 2023 they featured in a Smoke Mardeljano record, “21. Ovaj Krug”. Entries Igranka Country🇲🇪 Montenegro Year2013 LanguageMontenegrin LyricsDejan DedovićMario ĐorđevićĐorđe Milenović MusicĐorđe Milenović BackingsNina Žižić Results Semi Points: 41Position: 12Running order: 9 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/FR9rtB2ilZU?si=BJI-7Xj6aXyLDeSq

Klapa s mora

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts MembersMarko ŠkugorAnte GalićNikša AnticaLeon BataljakuIvica VlaićBojan Kavedžija Active2013 Nationality🇭🇷 Croatian National SelectionInternal selection 2013 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongMižerja (2013) Biography Klapa s Mora was a traditional Croatian music ensemble. It was a super klapa group that included six male klapa from five existing klapagroups in Croatia. The group was built up especially for the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest. For the occasion, “Mižerja” was written. Unfortunately, the group did not reach the final in the contest. Originating from Dalmatia, Croatia, Klapa music is a traditional style of a cappella singing. The term “klapa” means “a group of friends,” and the style is deeply connected to coastal church chants. Its themes often revolve around love, the homeland, the sea, and the joys of wine. While harmony and melody dominate Klapa music, rhythm isn’t typically emphasized. In recognition of its cultural significance, UNESCO added Klapa to its Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2012. A typical klapa ensemble includes a first tenor, a second tenor, a baritone, and a bass. While all voice parts can be doubled, the first tenor remains singular. These groups usually feature up to twelve male singers. Although female klapa groups have gained popularity recently, groups traditionally remain either all-male or all-female without mixing. While klapa traditionally is a cappella, sometimes a soft guitar or mandolin, which resembles a tamburitza in look and sound, complements the singers. Additionally, synthesizer keyboards mimicking percussion instruments can occasionally accompany the ensemble. Klapa music remains a vibrant tradition with new compositions emerging and dedicated festivals celebrating it. Notably, the Dalmatian Klapas Festival in Omiš stands out as a premier event with deep roots in Klapa music. In recent years, Klapa Šufit has made a mark there, clinching the top spot for three consecutive years from 2006 to 2008. Klapa holds a special place in the hearts of Dalmatian youth who often indulge in this musical tradition during outings for meals or drinks. It’s common to encounter impromptu klapa performances in the evenings, set against a backdrop of food and wine on the streets. Entries Mižerja Country🇭🇷 Croatia Year2013 LanguageCroatian LyricsGoran Topolovac MusicGoran Topolovac Backings– Results Semi Points: 38Position: 13Running order: 4 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/FYm4sGd-qP0?si=jEPyb0lasQaMpTd4

Hannah Mancini

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts NameHannah Leah Mancini Born22 Januari 1980 Nationality🇺🇸 American🇸🇮 Slovenian National SelectionInternal selection 2013EMA 2011 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongStraight Into Love (2013) Biography Hannah Leah Mancini, an American-Slovenian singer, was born on January 22, 1980, in California, USA. She was born in Northern California and grew up in Colorado. At the age of 19, she moved to Los Angeles for her career. Since 2007/08, she has been living and working in Slovenia with her husband Greg Jurkovič. In the US, she gained musical experience by performing on the stages of Radio City Music Hall, Universal Amphitheatre, and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. She has collaborated on numerous Disney films, worked with renowned music authors and producers (Todd Chapman and Grammy award-winner Larry Klein), and also with the American band Haute Chile. She entered the Slovenian music scene as a singer for the band Xequtifz. They recorded three songs: “Anywhere With You/Daleč stran” (2009), “And We Danced/Bil je ples” (2010), and “Walking Away” (feat. Trkaj, 2011). She is also known for her collaborations with DJs, music producers, and electronic groups (DJ Umek, Sare Havliček, D-Pulse, Mike Vale, Sylvain, Beltek, Vanillaz, Kosta Radman, Saalim). In 2011, she collaborated with Sylvain and Mike Vale and participated at EMA, the national final for the Eurovision Song Contest, with the song “Ti si tisti”. Two years later, she was internally chosen to represent Slovenia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmö with the song “Straight Into Love”, for which she also co-authored the music and lyrics. She did not make it to the final evening and ended up in last place in the semi-final. The following year, she co-authored two Eurovision pre-selections: the Slovenian one (lyrics for the song “Spet/Round and Round” performed by Tinkara Kovač) and the Moldovan one (music and lyrics for the song “One and All” performed by Diana Staver). In 2016, she started working on the Heron project with Croatian producers Marco Grabber and Krešimir Tomac. Their first album, “Momentum”, was released in December 2017, along with a single and video, “Two Lovers”. In 2018, Hannah teamed up with Larry Klein and Tonio K. for a new project: an album called “The girl Hannah”. She also teamed up with Xequtifz again to record new music. They released a new single, “Ti lahko sve/Alone with you” and opened for Angie Stone. In June 2019, the single “Iconic” came out. Since November 2021, Hannah performed along with Sladica. They released an album in 2022. Entries Straight Into Love Country🇸🇮 Slovenia Year2013 LanguageEnglish LyricsHannah ManciniMarko Primužak MusicHannah ManciniGregor ZemljićErik MarganMatija Rodić BackingsLinda AndrewsSusanne Ørum DancersMatic ZadravecAnže ŠkrubePrimož Pavlič Results Semi Points: 8Position: 16Running order: 3 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/I2_zGcuEuwU?si=ppk7uzSRy1eVkElQ

Natália Kelly

About Quick Facts NameNatália Kelly Born18 December 1994 Nationality🇺🇸 American🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionÖsterreich Rockt den Song Contest 2013 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongShine (2013) Biography Natália Kelly is an American-Austrian singer. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, USA, she was born to a Brazilian mother and an American father with roots in Austria and Ireland. At six, in the year 2000, she moved to Austria. Kelly’s musical journey began early on. By ten, in 2004, she performed in the children’s opera for “Around the World in 80 Days” at Baden state theatre. That same year, she clinched the second position on the ORF TV show, Kiddy Contest, performing a duet with Manuel Gutleb. Over the next few years, she showcased her talent in several contests, including classical music competitions like Prima La Musica. Kelly joined the children’s pop ensemble Gimme 5 from 2005 to 2007. The group was affiliated with Universal Music, and its music was crafted under the expertise of Alexander Kahr. In 2011, Kelly secured a victory in the long-standing Austrian talent competition, The Voice (distinct from the global The Voice franchise). This triumph led her to a recording deal with Alexander Kahr. On 15th February 2013, Kelly aimed for a shot at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013, participating in Austria’s national selection event, Österreich rockt den Song Contest, with her track “Shine”. By the end of the voting session, she accumulated 70 points, making her Austria’s representative for the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden. She performed in the first semi-final on 14th May 2013. Unfortunately, Austria couldn’t make it to the final, ranking 14th out of 16 with a score of 27 points. Kelly’s debut album, “Natália Kelly”, made its global release on 12th April 2013. In July 2013, the follow up for “Shine” was released: “Face The Day”. In November she performed at the Eurovision Party in Cologne. She also teamed up with Fii & Friends for a concert in U4 in Vienna. In January 2014, Natália was able to perform at the Open Air festival in Seefeld. In July 2014 Natália was able to perform at the Body Painting Festival in Pörtschach am Wörrthersee. In 2017 she recorded a cover song and video, “Tired”, along with Sam Mashgati. In September of the same year she performed at the festival Soundyard in Waidenhofen. Natália currently lives at Cave Creek, Arizona, United States. Entries Shine Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2013 LanguageEnglish LyricsAndreas GrassNikola ParylaNatália Kelly MusicAndreas GrassNikola ParylaAlexander Kahr BackingsRegina MallingerMonika BallweinHarald BaumgartnerKarin BauerBirgit Kubica Results Semi Points: 27Position: 14Running order: 1 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/gOJHi6JiKpY?si=t9MCHR6C5_wmIK9m

Ryan Dolan

© Albin Olsson About Quick Facts NameRyan Dolan Born22 July 1985 Nationality🇮🇪 Irish National SelectionEurosong 2013 In Eurovision2013 Malmö SongOnly Love Survives (2013) Biography Ryan Dolan (born 22 July 1985) is an Irish pop singer. He was born in Strabane in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. Dolan’s track “Only Love Survives” clinched the top spot in Ireland’s Eurosong 2013. This victory set him on the path to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmö, Sweden. Dolan showcased his song during the semi-final at the Malmö Arena on 14 May 2013, securing his spot in the final with a top-ten finish. However, in the climactic final on 18 May 2013, he secured the last spot, with support from only three countries totaling five points. Dolan launched his first album, “Frequency”, on 13 May 2013. His second single, “Start Again”, was released on 7 March 2014, following his public revelation about his sexuality on RTÉ Radio 1. The music video, illustrating a tragic story of a gay teenager’s suicide, garnered over a million views on YouTube. Dolan became a prominent figure within LGBT circles and performed at several pride events, such as Pride in Newry 2014 and Bristol Pride 2015. His third single, “Fall to the Floor”, released on 20 June 2014, achieved a moderate position on the Irish Recorded Music Association chart, ranking 88th. In a heartfelt interview on RTÉ Radio 1 in February 2014, Dolan opened up about his sexuality, revealing he’s gay. He reflected on his school years, describing his struggle with self-acceptance and the challenge of finding someone to confide in. In June of the same year, he released the song “Fall to the Floor” about this subject. On 20 November 2015, he unveiled his fourth single, “Uptown Downtown”. His collection of covers culminated in the album “Under the Covers, Vol.1”, which was released on 19 February 2016. The album reached the no. 1 spot in the Irish album charts a year later. In October 2020, Ryan Dolan released a new song and video, “Colours”. Entries Only Love Survives Country🇮🇪 Ireland Year2013 LanguageEnglish LyricsWez DevineRyan Dolan MusicWez DevineRyan Dolan BackingsLeanne MooreAlison Vard MillerColm Farrel (drums)Alan McGrath (drums)Nicky Bailey (drums) Results Semi Points: 54Position: 8Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 5Position: 26Running order: 26 https://youtu.be/4tgtyl_5x5Y?si=9y3PsOd0kmA2tlhU