2024

Luna

©EBU/Alma Bengtsson About Quick Facts NameAleksandra Katarzyna Wielgomas Born28 Augustus 1999 Nationality🇵🇱 Polish National SelectionInternal selection 2024 In Eurovision2024 Malmö SongThe Tower (2024) Biography Luna, known offstage as Aleksandra Katarzyna Wielgomas (born on August 28, 1999, in Warsaw), is a prominent Polish vocalist, lyricist, and composer. Aleksandra was born in Warsaw. Her educational journey in music began with violin lessons. Furthering her academic pursuits, she attended a high school specializing in law and political sciences, from 2015 to 2018. Subsequently, she embarked on higher education in artes liberales at the University of Warsaw starting in 2018. Aleksandra’s musical career took off in 2010 when she joined the Władysław Skoraczewski-named Artos children’s choir at the Grand Theatre. Her involvement in operatic performances and theatrical productions at the Grand Theatre marked the beginning of her career in music. In 2018, her musical direction took a pivotal turn with her collaboration with Kayax record label on the “My Name is New” project, leading to the release of her debut single “Na wzgórzach niepokoju”. This period also saw her taking the stage at notable events, including the Night of Museums and the Pol’n’Rock Festival. 2020 was a transformative year for Aleksandra as she embraced the stage name Luna, collaborating with Michał “Fox” Król and releasing the single “Luna”. This marked a new chapter in her artistic expression, exploring new musical landscapes. She also ventured into incorporating cosmic sounds into her music, evident in singles like “Serca przemokną” and “Mniej”, featuring sounds from space provided by NASA. Her single “Zgaś” received acclaim, making its mark on the Polish music scene and receiving extensive radio play. Luna’s music, often described as “cosmic pop”, reflects her fascination with the cosmos, nature, and poetry, drawing inspiration from artists like Nick Cave and Björk. In 2024, Luna was selected to represent Poland at the Eurovision Song Contest with her song “The Tower”, showcasing her talents on an international stage. Unfortunately Luna did not manage to reach the final with her song. Aside from her musical career, Luna has contributed to theatrical productions and is actively involved in promoting music equality as an ambassador for the Equal Spotify campaign, achieving the distinction of being the first Polish woman featured on Times Square under this initiative. Entries The Tower Country🇵🇱 Poland Year2024 LanguageEnglish LyricsAleksandra Katarzyna WielgomasMax CookePaul Dixon MusicAleksandra Katarzyna WielgomasMax CookePaul Dixon BackingsMaciej StarnawskiMarta Dywicka DancersAngus SimpsonJordan GarciaJulia Żytko Results Semi Points: 35Position: 12Running order: 6 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/ESKG8Uo1YaU?si=TIDO_9rvGULADXR0

🇵🇱 Luna represents Poland

Luna will represent Poland at the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö with the song ‘The Tower’. That is what Polish broadcaster TVP announced today. Luna, a prodigious singer and multifaceted artist, has been an integral part of the music scene since her formative years. From enchanting audiences with her mesmerizing performances in folk bands to gracing the grand stages of the Grand Theatre-National Opera in Warsaw, Luna’s musical journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. At 24, she is not only a student at the University of Warsaw’s Faculty of Artes Liberales but also a virtuoso violinist and pianist, a prolific songwriter in both English and Polish, and a skilled composer. While Luna finds her muse in art, philosophy, and fashion, her fascination with astrology and her deep connection with nature serve as guiding forces in her life. As the inaugural Polish Ambassador of the Spotify Equal initiative, Luna garnered international acclaim, with her image adorning the iconic Times Square in New York. Her meteoric rise continued with a nomination for ‘Discovery of the Year’ at the prestigious Polish ‘Bestsellery EMPIKu’ Awards in 2022. The release of her debut album “Nocne Zmory” (‘Nightmares’) in 2022 marked a significant milestone in Luna’s career, celebrated with a sold-out promotional concert at Warsaw’s esteemed Niebo club. Venturing beyond borders, Luna embarked on collaborations with UK and Swedish producers, showcasing her versatility and international appeal. Her collaboration with DJ Miss Monique on the track “Subterranean” garnered millions of streams, while her contribution to the Eurovision Song Contest with the song “The Tower,” crafted alongside Fyfe and Max Cooke in the UK, further solidified her status as a rising star on the global stage.

Silvester Belt

©EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett About Quick Facts NameSilvestras Beltė Born26 November 1997 Nationality🇱🇹 Lithuanian National SelectionEurovizija.LT 2024 In Eurovision2024 Malmö SongLuktelk (2024) Biography Silvestras Beltė, who goes by the stage name Silvester Belt, is a prominent Lithuanian singer and songwriter. Born on 26 November 1997 in Kaunas, Lithuania, Beltė pursued his higher education at the University of Westminster in London, where he earned a degree in Commercial Music Performance. Following his graduation, he returned to Lithuania to focus on producing new material in the electronic/pop genre. Beltė’s career took a significant turn in 2017 when he emerged as the winner of the Lithuanian reality competition show Aš – superhitas (I Am a Superhit). This victory led him to relocate from Kaunas to Vilnius, where he released “Noise,” his debut single. In addition to his early success, he contributed off-screen to the production of 2 Barai, the Lithuanian adaptation of the reality competition The Bar. His competitive spirit led him to participate in the sixth season of X Faktorius, the Lithuanian edition of The X Factor, although his journey ended in the fourth week. On 19 December 2023, it was announced that Beltė would participate in Eurovizija.LT, the national selection process for Lithuania’s entry into the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, with his song “Luktelk.” He competed in the first semi-final, which he successfully won, advancing to the final. His victory in the competition confirmed his position as Lithuania’s representative at the Eurovision Song Contest. Silvester reached the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest, where he reached the 14th place. Due to the booing of Israel and Silvester performing right after that entry, he stated it traumatized him. He had prefered to stay in the semifinal because of this. Entries Luktelk Country🇱🇹 Lithuania Yearyear LanguageLithuanian LyricsDžesika ŠyvokaitėElena JurgaitytėSilvestras Beltė MusicDžesika ŠyvokaitėElena JurgaitytėSilvestras Beltė BackingsMonika Švilpaitė DancersAndrius VrubliauskasArnas Ginevičius Kajus Kiševičius Nerijus Trilikauskas Results Semi Points: 119Position: 4Running order: 3 Results Finals Points: 90Position: 14Running order: 7 https://youtu.be/N8YuQzJLR_k?si=-KBzSFCfHdAUktox

Puuluup

© EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett About Quick Facts MembersRamo TederMarko Veisson Founded2014 Nationality🇪🇪 Estonian National SelectionEesti Laul 2024 In Eurovision2024 Malmö Song(Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi (with 5Miinust, 2024) Biography Puuluup, a distinctive Estonian nu-folk duo, was formed in 2014 by Ramo Teder, known solo as Pastacas, and Marko Veisson. The duo is recognized for their unique use of the hiiu kannel/talharpa and loopers to create their music. In 2018, Puuluup released “Süüta mu lumi” (“Light my snow”), marking the beginning of their discography. The year 2020 saw the release of “Kasekesed / Kasekäpa”, adding to their growing collection of music. They continued to expand their discography in 2021 with “Viimane suusataja”. In November 2023, Puuluup, in collaboration with the hip hop group 5miinust, was selected as a semi-finalist for Eesti Laul 2024. This competition is the national final for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. Their joint entry, “(Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi”, successfully advanced from the first round of the semi-finals and went on to win the final, securing their position to represent Estonia in the contest. This progression highlights Puuluup’s evolving musical journey, culminating in their upcoming representation on the international stage at the Eurovision Song Contest, alongside 5miinust. In the contest itself, they reached the Grand Final, where they ended up in a 20th place. Entries (Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi (with 5miinust) Country🇪🇪 Estonia Year2024 LanguageEstonian LyricsKim WennerströmKristjan ‘Kohver’ JakobsonPriit ‘Lancelot’ TomsonMihkel ‘Päevakoer’ TammKarl ‘Põhja-Korea’ Kivastik MusicKim WennerströmMarko VeissonRamo Teder Backings– Results Semi Points: 79Position: 6Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 37Position: 20Running order: 9 https://youtu.be/RSMMU2wX0Bk?si=qRSLtNAIkkO0fjav

5miinust

© EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett About Quick Facts MembersEstoni KohverPäevakoerPõhja-KoreaLancelot Founded2015 Nationality🇪🇪 Estonian National SelectionEesti Laul 2024 In Eurovision2024 Malmö Song(Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi (with Puuluup, 2024) Biography 5miinust, is a hip hop group from Estonia, founded in Võsu in 2015. The original members include Estoni Kohver, Päevakoer, Põhja-Korea, and Lancelot, with a later addition of Venelane (Pavel Bocharov). Venelane announced his departure from the group in the summer of 2023, and since his exit, the group has reverted to its original composition. Originating from Võsu in Lääne-Viru County, 5miinust gained significant attention in 2018, following the success of their studio albums “Aasta plaat” and “Rämmar”, released in 2016 and 2017 respectively through Legendaarne Records. Both albums secured positions in the top twenty of the national best-selling albums chart, ranking them among the 18 most successful albums of 2018. In collaboration with Nublu, they released the single “Aluspükse” in 2019, which led the Eesti Tipp-40 chart for six weeks in a row, earning the title of the 3rd best-selling song in Estonia for that year. That same year, they signed with Universal Music Group’s Baltic branch, under which they released hit singles “Paaristõuked”, “Peo lõpp”, and “Loodus ja hobused”, each reaching the number one spot on the Eesti Tipp-40 chart. 5miinust has been honored at the Estonian Music Awards, the premier awards of the Estonian music scene, winning the Artist of the Year category twice, in addition to receiving two other nominations. In November 2023, 5miinust, together with Puuluup, were announced as semi-finalists for Eesti Laul 2024, Estonia’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, with their entry “(Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi”. They advanced from the first semi-final round and were victorious in the final, securing their place as Estonia’s representatives for the contest. In the contest itself, they reached the Grand Final, where they ended up in a 20th place. Entries (Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi (with Puuluup) Country🇪🇪 Estonia Year2024 LanguageEstonian LyricsKim WennerströmKristjan ‘Kohver’ JakobsonPriit ‘Lancelot’ TomsonMihkel ‘Päevakoer’ TammKarl ‘Põhja-Korea’ Kivastik MusicKim WennerströmMarko VeissonRamo Teder Backings– Results Semi Points: 79Position: 6Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 37Position: 20Running order: 9 https://youtu.be/RSMMU2wX0Bk?si=plzcHqhQvQ55gewE

Saba

© EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett About Quick Facts NameAnna Saba Lykke Oehlenschlæger Born1997 Nationality🇩🇰 Danish National SelectionDansk Melodi Grand Prix 2024 In Eurovision2024 Malmö SongSand (2024) Biography Anna Saba Lykke Oehlenschlæger, who performs under the single name Saba (presented in uppercase), is a Danish singer, actor and model. Born Anna Saba Lykke Oehlenschlæger, she and her twin, Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger, were adopted from Ethiopia when they were just eight months old, growing up in Ringkøbing, Jutland. In the year 2018, Oehlenschlæger shared her diagnosis of bipolar I disorder, having been admitted to the hospital multiple times until 2020. This part of her life was detailed in the documentary produced by DR in 2020 titled “Min sindssyge tvilling” (My Insane Twin). Her teenage years were also marked by instances of self-harm. She currently serves as an ambassador for the Danish Depression Association. Saba left high school prematurely and, along with her sister, relocated to Copenhagen. There, she embarked on a career as a model and an entrepreneur in the teeth whitening industry, while her sister sought a career in singing and musical theater. Saba made her first appearance as a musical theatre actress, as a non-stunt performer, on 23 February 2023. She stepped in for her sister Andrea, who was pregnant at the time, in the role of Dionne in the musical Hair at the Østre Gasværk Teater. Her significant career milestone came on 25 January 2024, when she was announced as one of the contestants in the Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2024, Denmark’s selection event for the Eurovision Song Contest. She secured her position as Denmark’s representative at the contest by winning the final on 17 February 2024, with her song “Sand.” Unfortunately, Saba didn’t make it to the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest. Entries Sand Country🇩🇰 Denmark Year2024 LanguageEnglish LyricsJonas ThanderMelanie WehbePil Kalinka Nygaard Jeppesen MusicJonas ThanderMelanie WehbePil Kalinka Nygaard Jeppesen BackingsMelanie Wehbe Results Semi Points: 36Position: 12Running order: 7 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/4f_phiGot7w?si=5jCD3WXPyggFlZT7

🇱🇹 Silvester Belt wins in Lithuania

Eurovizija.LT has, after 5 heats and a final, been whon by Silvester Belt. He will sing for Lithuania in the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö. Their song is called “Luktelk” and is written and composed by Džesika Šyvokaitė, Elena Jurgaitytė and Silvester himself. Lithuania will perform in the first half of the first semifinal. Here is the full result: Silvester Belt, “Luktelk”, 16.688 pts Shower, “Impossible”, 9.066 pts The Roop, “Simple joy”, 6.884 pts VB Gang “Kaboom!!”, 13 pts Monika Marija, “Unlove you starting tomorrow”, 10 pts Aistè, “Hero”, 8 pts Žalvarinis, “Gaudė vėjai”, 8 pts Il Senso, “Time”, 8 pts Pluie de Comètes, “Be careful”, 6 pts Queens of Roses, “Walk through fire”, 3 pts

🇩🇰 Saba Danish contestant for Malmö

Denmark selected their entry for the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö and its Saba with the song “Sand”. The song is written and composed by Jonas Thander, Melanie Wehbe and Pil Kalinka Nygaard Jeppesen. Denmark will perform in the first half of the second semifinal. Here is the full result of the contest: Saba, “Sand”, 37 pts. Basim, “Johnny”, 34 pts. Janus Wiberg, “I need your love”, 29 pts. The other contestants were: Stella, “Sign here” Chu Chu, “The chase (zoom zoom)” RoseeLu, “Real love” Ublu, “Planetary hearts” Aura Dione, “Mirrorball of hope”

🇲🇩 It’s Natalia Barbu for Moldova!

It’s Natalia Barbu for Moldova. won the national selection Etapa Națională. Out of 11 songs, “In the middle” was chosen to represent Moldova in the Eurovision Song Contest. It was the favourite of the jury. Televoters selected Valeria Pasha, but the vote of the jury counted more. The song is written by Khris Richards and Natalia herself and composed by Natalia. She will perform in the 2nd half of the 1st semifinal. Here are the full results: Natalia Barbu, “In the middle”, 22 pts. Valeria Pasha, “Anti-princess”, 22 pts. Iulia Teleucă, “Runaway”, 16 pts. Cătălina Solomac, “Fever”, 14 pts. Viola Julea, “Light up!”, 9 pts. Reghina Alexandrina, “Contrasens”, 9 pts. Nicoleta Sava, “Bravo”, 8 pts. OL, “No time, no space”, 7 pts. Sasha Letty, “DNA”, 6 pts. Y-Limit, “Revolution”, 2 pts. Victor Gulick, “Fever”, 1 pts.

Isaak

©EBU/Alma Bengtsson About Quick Facts NameIsaak Guderian Born1996 Nationality🇩🇪 German National SelectionDas Deutsche Finale 2024 In Eurovision2024 Malmö SongAlways On The Run (2024) Biography Isaak Guderian is a German singer and musical actor, born in Minden in 1996 and raised in Costedt. His musical journey began early, nurtured by his family’s musical background, where he quickly took to learning the guitar and piano. From the tender age of twelve, Guderian ventured into street music, courageously sharing his initial songs with the public. His musical prowess caught wider attention at 15 when he participated in the X Factor TV casting show, captivating audiences with his rendition of Oasis’s “Wonderwall”. Embarking on a solo career at 18, Guderian performed at various events and parties. However, the pandemic’s event bans forced him into a period of reliance on Hartz IV, Germany’s unemployment benefits. A turning point came in 2021 when Guderian triumphed in the Show your Talent online talent show, leading to a successful career earning from streaming platforms and his YouTube channel, where even the megastar Pink has praised his abilities, commenting, “Wow, this boy can sing.” Guderian’s discography includes hits like “Water to the Seed” and “Impact,” each surpassing a million streams on Amazon. His latest collaboration with DJ David Puentez, “Baby Steps,” soared to the top of the iTunes charts. In 2024, Guderian won the German selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with his song “Always On The Run.” The song reached a 12th place in the Grand Final of Eurovision. Currently, Guderian resides in Valdorf, Westphalia, with his wife Loreen and their two sons, where he continues to inspire with his musical talent. Entries Always On The Run Country🇩🇪 Germany Year2024 LanguageEnglish LyricsGreg TaroIsaak GuderianLostLeo Jupiter MusicGreg TaroIsaak GuderianKevin LehrLeo Salminen BackingsAfra BoboFabian HauptGreg TaroNick March Results Semi Points: –Position: –Running order: – Results Finals Points: 117Position: 12Running order: 3 https://youtu.be/kVOHTxFOhak?si=zHmUVpUIqcc7VVpR