Today the rehearsals for the 2nd semifinal will be finished. The 11 countries that didn’t rehearse for a second time yet will do so today. We will closely follow it again. 11.30 – 11.50 Cyprus11.55 – 12.15 Iceland12.20 – 12.40 Greece12.45 – 13.05 Poland13.10 – 13.30 Slovenia13.35 – 13.55 Georgia 15.00 – 15.20 San Marino15.25 – 15.45 Austria15.50 – 16.10 Albania16.15 – 16.35 Lithuania16.40 – 17.00 Australia
The third day of rehearsals is already halfway. We are looking at the last six entries we haven’t heard and seen yet (except the Big Five and Ukraine). photo credits: EBU/Sarah Luise Bennett/Corinne Cumming Georgia Iru wears a white dress, and what is very remarkable on her looks is the huge bracelet she is wearing on her right arm. Iru is standing on a raised platform in the middle of the stage. She stands there during the entire performance. The LED screeen shows smoke that twirls and turbulent weather. And if you see that, there is only one thing you need: indeed, a wind machine! And it’s there! And of course Iru is surrounded by smoke. San Marino Singer E-King wears a glitter jacket while the rest of the band Piqued Jacks wear black. On stage we have the huge LED wall that spots a lot of red: we see eyes, we see lips, all in a cartoon way. Piqued Jacks use the whole stage, E-King appears as the clear frontman. At several moments, he even lies down on the floor while singing. Austria Teya and Salena are wearing opposite colours: Teya wears black and Salena white, both with red blouses. The LED-screens play the main role in the Austrian act. It looks like Teya and Salena start their performance in front of a huge oldfashioned typewriter. In the typewriter a piece of paper with a picture of Edgar Allan Poe. Later we see the two ladies in red and with sunglasses on the screen, and Edgar in red. Albania Albina and the Kelmendi family all wear black. The colours at the LED screen are also black…. and red, the colours of the Albanian flag. Many flames during the Albanian performance. This song has quite an emotional performans. Albina sits on the floor for a moment, family members surround her with raised hands. Sacha Jean Baptiste did the staging for this entry. Lithuania Monika Linkytė wears an orange suit. She is surrounded by the four backings who all wear black. First she stands on a red background. Later we see half a circle, black, with indian like signs projected on it. She and the backing vocals are standing still at some moments, but walk around later, especially when the “Čiūto Tūto” part is sung. Australia Australia is the last country to perform. Voyager singer Daniel Estrin wears a blue suit with a chequered pattern. The band has a car on stage, a Toyota MR2, a car from the eighties and nineties. On the LED-screens we see a road, mountains and a setting sun. Red fireworks are visible at the end of the song. in collaboration with Eurovision Artists
Today is the 3rd day of rehearsals. After today we have heard and seen all the songs, except the Big Five and Ukraine. photo credits: EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett/Corinne Cummings Estonia Estonian Alika is wearing an all blue combination when she sings her song. As in the national final, the song starts with a piano that plays itself. In the beginning Alika sits on the music stool, later she stands behind the microphone. The LED screens on the background are greenish blue, varied with gold. Iceland Diljá is wearing a silver suit. She shows a lot of energy with kicks and gymnastic moves. She even makes a head roll! Diljá is surrounded by drums. The background colours change all the time, from green to blue to black with a daffodil (?) and to a sunflower. A lot happens during this show! Greece Victor Vernicos weirs beige while on stage, and yes, like in the video he has shorts. Victor dances but every now and then he is sitting on the floor, also just like in the video. On the LED screens in the background we see huge pictures of Victor himself. Later we see Greek letters in white on the screens. Victor is surrounded by smoke. Poland Blanka has a dress that is half in purple and half in orange. She is on stage with four dancers. At the background during the song you see tropical pictures on the LED screen. Halfway, Blanka changes her dress in a short, red one. The last chorus of the song is accompanied by a rain of fireworks. Slovenia The band Joker Out is wearing pink and purple pants with blouses in all kind of colours. A lot of red stroboscopic light is surrounding the band. In the end, you see the words Joker Out in white on a black screen, and the band members make hearts with their hands. Eurovision.tv mentions the enthousiasm of the band. in collaboration with Eurovision Artists
Already for the third day, we have rehearsals. Eurovision Universe will keep you updated about everything that happens during the rehearsals. This is what you can expect today: 11.30 – 12.00 Estonia12.10 – 12.40 Iceland12.50 – 13.20 Greece13.30 – 14.00 Poland15.10 – 15.40 Slovenia15.50 – 16.20 Georgia16.30 – 17.00 San Marino17.10 – 17.40 Austria17.50 – 18.20 Albania18.30 – 19.00 Lithuania19.10 – 19.40 Australia
About Quick Facts NameSelina-Maria Edbauer Born1998 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal Selection 2019Internal Selection 2023 In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar? (2023, with Teya) Biography Salena, whose real name is Selina-Maria Edbauer, was born in Leoben, Styria, in 1998. Her first steps in showbiz came in 2017. She then took part in The Voice of Germany. Unfortunately, she had to leave after three rounds. In 2019, she submitted a song for the Eurovision Song Contest. “Behind the waterfalls” was her hope to represent Austria. However, Austrian broadcaster ORF chose Pænda instead. In 2021, Salena took part in Starmania. She managed to reach the semifinals there. On 31 January 2023, it was announced that Salena, together with Teya, will represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which will be held in Liverpool. They sang the song “Who the hell is Edgar”. They reached the final and ended up 15th. Entries Who the hell is Edgar? (With Teya) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2023 LanguageEnglish LyricsTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano MusicTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano DancersAlex SchoendorfAlexandre NovelliAngel Grace WharmbyRia Hunte Results Semi Points: 137Position: 2Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 120Position: 15Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/8uk64V9h0Ko
About Quick Facts NameTeodora Špirić Born12 April 2000 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionBeovizija 2020 (Serbia)Internal selection 2023 (Austria, with Salena) In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar (2023, with Salena) Biography Teya (also known as Thea Devy), is an Austrian singer of Serbian roots. Teodora was born in Vienna, Austria. The singer spent part of her childhood in Kladovo, after which her family returned to Vienna. Teodora studied English and German at the University of Vienna. Teodora gained her first musical experiences in the high school jazz orchestra, and then on the musical stage in the Broadway Company. She decided early on to devote herself to music. She wrote her first song in 2017, and the following year she started collaborating with Austrian producers. Teodora, aka Thea Devy, recorded the song “Waiting For”. In 2019, she started working in Switzerland with Kate Northrop and producer Pele Lorient. She also participated in the Beyond Music project. At the end of 2019, she submitted her song “Judgment Day” for Austria’s internal selection for Eurovision Song Contest 2020. Austrian national broadcaster ORF shortlisted her, but in the end they selected Vincent Bueno to represent Austria. She decided to submit the song to Beovizija 2020, the Serbian national selection for Eurovision. The song was translated into Serbian by her parents Aleksandra and Petar, and was now entitled “Sudnji dan”. She was selected, reached the final and got the 4th place. In 2021, she was a participant in the fifth season of the Austrian competition Starmania, under her real name, Teodora Špirić. Teodora did not make it to the finals of the show, but was among the top eight in the competition. At the end of 2021, Croatian singer Ninski released the pop single “Runaway (Stay)” with Teodora. It is also the first time she presented herself under her new stage name – Teya. On 31 January 2023, it was announced that Teja, together with Salena, will represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which will be held in Liverpool. With their song “Who the hell is Edgar” they reached the final, where they ended up in 15th place. Entries Who the hell is Edgar (with Salena) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2023 LanguageEnglish LyricsTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano MusicTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano DancersAlex SchoendorfAlexandre NovelliAngel Grace WharmbyRia Hunte Results Semi Points: 137Position: 2Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 120Position: 15Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/8uk64V9h0Ko
photo: ORF A lot of Eurovision news comes in these days. This morning, radiostation Ö3 announced that Teya and Salena will represent Austria. The song, of which we don’t know the title yet, will be presented the 8th of March, International Women’s Day. Both Teya and Salena have some Eurovision experience. Salena did an attempt in the internal selection in 2019 and Teya in 2020. Under the name of Thea Devy, Teya took part in the 2020 Serbian national selection with the song “Sudnji dan”. Teya in the Serbian final in 2020. Salena in The Voice Germany in 2017. The announcement for the Eurovision Song Contest (in German).
© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NamePia Maria Außerlechner Born21 May 2003 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with LUM!X) Biography Pia Maria (real name Pia Maria Ausserlechner) is an Austrian singer. Pia Maria comes from Tyrol. She is a trained make-up artist and works at the Tyrolean State Theater in Innsbruck. She has been writing her own songs since she was 16 and has sent out her first demo recordings. She signed to Entertainment Quarter/Günter Unger by the Austrian music manager Günter Unger. After the ORF brought the Austrian DJ and producer LUM!X into play to take part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin, a singer was sought, and LUM!X came across a demo by Pia Maria. On February 8, 2022, the ORF announced that LUM!X and Pia Maria was going to represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with the song “Halo”. The two failed to qualify for the final in the first semi-final. Entries Halo (with LUM!X) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2022 LanguageEnglish LyricsLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons MusicLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons BackingsCorinne MarchiniElisa Bava Results Semi Points: 42Position: 15Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/dMgjHYwXSuo
© EBU/Corinne Cumming About Quick Facts NameLuca Michlmayr Born23 July 2002 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with Pia Maria) Biography Lumix (born July 23, 2002 in Rohrbach, real name Luca Michlmayr), also written as LUM!X, is an Austrian DJ and music producer. Michlmayr aka Lumix started producing music himself at the age of 11. By uploading bootlegs and original songs to SoundCloud and YouTube, the Swedish independent label and network Bounce United found him and signed him. In May 2018, Michlmayr released his debut single “Underground” there, which he produced in collaboration with Spanish musician Moha. On the occasion of reaching 700.000 subscribers on the official Bounce United YouTube channel, he produced the song “Bounce United”. The song “Chiraq 2018” by the Swedish musician Alfons, a first official remix which he created together with Myhr, was released in the same year. At the beginning of 2019, the singles “Jägermeister” and “Waiting for Me” were released. After his bootleg of Meg & Dia’s song “Monster” went viral on YouTube, he remixed it with Italian musician Gabry Ponte and released the new version as a single through Spinnin’ Records. With this he achieved his international breakthrough. He hit the charts in several European countries. More than 400,000 copies of this single were sold in Germany. Michlmayr received a platinum record. With more than 70 weeks in the German single charts, Monster is also one of the songs that stayed in the German single charts the longest. In January 2020, he released the single “The Passenger (LaLaLa)”, again together with Ponte, Mokaby and D.T.E. A third collaboration with Ponte, titled “Scare Me”, followed in September 2020. The US producer KSHMR and Karra also took part. On January 8, 2021, a cover version of the English language version of the song “Major Tom” by Peter Schilling from 1983 was released. In the same month he released the single “Annie Are You Ok”, which was created in collaboration with Mio. In April 2021 the song “Secrets” followed. He produced this one together with Sølo. “Thunder”, the fourth official collaboration with Gabry Ponte, was released in May 2021, who also supported Michlmayr in the studio with the previous songs. “Thunder” was able to build on the success of “Monster” and “Passenger (LaLaLa)” and reached the single charts in several countries. The song received numerous awards. The single “Champion”, which served as the official anthem of the Summer 2021 LEC Playoffs, was released in august. The song was created in collaboration with Orange Inc and Séb Mont.The follow up “Trick or Treat”, was produced together with the Swiss DJ and music producer duo Molow. Lumix took part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin together with the singer Pia Maria with the song “Halo”. Entries Halo (with Pia Maria) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2022 LanguageEnglish LyricsLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons MusicLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons BackingsCorinne MarchiniElisa Bava Results Semi Points: 42Position: 15Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/dMgjHYwXSuo
Today we saw the second rehearsals for the first 14 countries from the first semifinal. For the first time the press was allowed to see the rehearsals on large TV screens in the press center. It is now certain that the kinetic sun does not rotate. During the first rehearsals it turned out that the time between performances was too short to move the center part of the sun. As a result, several countries had to adjust their graphics, because they were not or only partially visible ALBANIA: The outfit had been changed and Ronela Hajati also had her own blond hair again, instead of the pink hair she had during the first rehearsal. It was a dynamic performance, in which there was almost constant dancing, together with her four dancers and a dancer. After the first rehearsal, there were some comments about an allegedly offensive dance move by Ronela with her dancer, but she kept it in anyway. LATVIA: The six were wearing the familiar colorful suits and the decor was also very colorful. Various types of vegetables were displayed on the LED screen. In the middle of the song there was a moment for the saxophonist. The performance ended with the singer making a split. LITHUANIA: Monika Liu stood alone on the big stage in Turin and mainly sang her song into the camera. She moved elegantly and attracted all the attention. The song doesn’t really need anything more. SWITZERLAND: Dressed all in black, Marius Bear was on stage and a broken heart was visible on his face and on the floor. So emotions abound. SLOVENIA: As said before, it was a big disco ball that mainly caught the attention of the Slovenian act. The boys wore 1970s-style velvet suits and the drummer appeared to be drumming above the disco ball. Compared to the previous rehearsal, there was little change. UKRAINE: There was a lot to see on stage, besides the colorful costumes there was a lot of visual spectacle. It was traditional, ethnic with a modern twist, just like last year’s contribution. Because of the war in Ukraine, this performance has something emotional and that is subtly reflected in the visual spectacle. BULGARIA: The performance started with a split screen, showing the drummer on one side and another member of the group. A small rock concert with all the trimmings, including a lot of fire(work). THE NETHERLANDS: There were few noticeable changes from the first rehearsal of S10. In the Netherlands, there was some fuss about the singer’s bare belly, but it is still naked for a while. A lot has been taken out of the lighting of S10. MOLDOVA: After the intimate moment of the Netherlands, a party erupted on stage with the contribution of Zdob şi Zdub, who are participating for the third time. They used the entire stage for their folklore song: Hey ho, let’s go…, but no train on stage. Lots of color, matching the contribution. CROATIA: During rehearsals today, Mia had problems with her in-ears. No surprises at Mia’s performance. The postcards were also shown to the press today. A drone searches for the location where the artist of the country in question can be seen and we see the visual artist in the area. DENMARK: The beginning was just like in the national final, Siggy starts alone at the piano, with her quieter part of the song and then the rock show starts. Last year we went back to the eighties with Denmark, now it seems back to the nineties. In case you don’t remember the name of the band, REDDI appeared on the LED screen. AUSTRIA: Of course there is a Halo on stage. Lots of fireworks and strong staging. The vocal part of the duo was, as we can see now, quite disappointing. GREECE: For those who don’t understand the act of Greece: Amanda seems to be in a Greek tavern; hence the chairs around her. But some of the seats have fallen over. That fits with the lyrics of the song. Amanda could count on a big round of applause from the audience. PORTUGAL: A delegation member from Portugal tested positive for corona, so the entire delegation had to go back to the hotel and be tested. Fortunately none of the ladies tested positive and they were able to rehearse for their performance, but later than planned. After all the rehearsals had been completed, Portugal was allowed to go on stage after Greece. During this rehearsal it was clear that it was one of the background singers who tested positive for corona. The ladies were lined up in a circle and brought this atmospheric contribution in a good way.
Today the rehearsals for the 2nd semifinal will be finished. The 11 countries that didn’t rehearse for a second time yet will do so today. We will closely follow it again. 11.30 – 11.50 Cyprus11.55 – 12.15 Iceland12.20 – 12.40 Greece12.45 – 13.05 Poland13.10 – 13.30 Slovenia13.35 – 13.55 Georgia 15.00 – 15.20 San Marino15.25 – 15.45 Austria15.50 – 16.10 Albania16.15 – 16.35 Lithuania16.40 – 17.00 Australia
The third day of rehearsals is already halfway. We are looking at the last six entries we haven’t heard and seen yet (except the Big Five and Ukraine). photo credits: EBU/Sarah Luise Bennett/Corinne Cumming Georgia Iru wears a white dress, and what is very remarkable on her looks is the huge bracelet she is wearing on her right arm. Iru is standing on a raised platform in the middle of the stage. She stands there during the entire performance. The LED screeen shows smoke that twirls and turbulent weather. And if you see that, there is only one thing you need: indeed, a wind machine! And it’s there! And of course Iru is surrounded by smoke. San Marino Singer E-King wears a glitter jacket while the rest of the band Piqued Jacks wear black. On stage we have the huge LED wall that spots a lot of red: we see eyes, we see lips, all in a cartoon way. Piqued Jacks use the whole stage, E-King appears as the clear frontman. At several moments, he even lies down on the floor while singing. Austria Teya and Salena are wearing opposite colours: Teya wears black and Salena white, both with red blouses. The LED-screens play the main role in the Austrian act. It looks like Teya and Salena start their performance in front of a huge oldfashioned typewriter. In the typewriter a piece of paper with a picture of Edgar Allan Poe. Later we see the two ladies in red and with sunglasses on the screen, and Edgar in red. Albania Albina and the Kelmendi family all wear black. The colours at the LED screen are also black…. and red, the colours of the Albanian flag. Many flames during the Albanian performance. This song has quite an emotional performans. Albina sits on the floor for a moment, family members surround her with raised hands. Sacha Jean Baptiste did the staging for this entry. Lithuania Monika Linkytė wears an orange suit. She is surrounded by the four backings who all wear black. First she stands on a red background. Later we see half a circle, black, with indian like signs projected on it. She and the backing vocals are standing still at some moments, but walk around later, especially when the “Čiūto Tūto” part is sung. Australia Australia is the last country to perform. Voyager singer Daniel Estrin wears a blue suit with a chequered pattern. The band has a car on stage, a Toyota MR2, a car from the eighties and nineties. On the LED-screens we see a road, mountains and a setting sun. Red fireworks are visible at the end of the song. in collaboration with Eurovision Artists
Today is the 3rd day of rehearsals. After today we have heard and seen all the songs, except the Big Five and Ukraine. photo credits: EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett/Corinne Cummings Estonia Estonian Alika is wearing an all blue combination when she sings her song. As in the national final, the song starts with a piano that plays itself. In the beginning Alika sits on the music stool, later she stands behind the microphone. The LED screens on the background are greenish blue, varied with gold. Iceland Diljá is wearing a silver suit. She shows a lot of energy with kicks and gymnastic moves. She even makes a head roll! Diljá is surrounded by drums. The background colours change all the time, from green to blue to black with a daffodil (?) and to a sunflower. A lot happens during this show! Greece Victor Vernicos weirs beige while on stage, and yes, like in the video he has shorts. Victor dances but every now and then he is sitting on the floor, also just like in the video. On the LED screens in the background we see huge pictures of Victor himself. Later we see Greek letters in white on the screens. Victor is surrounded by smoke. Poland Blanka has a dress that is half in purple and half in orange. She is on stage with four dancers. At the background during the song you see tropical pictures on the LED screen. Halfway, Blanka changes her dress in a short, red one. The last chorus of the song is accompanied by a rain of fireworks. Slovenia The band Joker Out is wearing pink and purple pants with blouses in all kind of colours. A lot of red stroboscopic light is surrounding the band. In the end, you see the words Joker Out in white on a black screen, and the band members make hearts with their hands. Eurovision.tv mentions the enthousiasm of the band. in collaboration with Eurovision Artists
Already for the third day, we have rehearsals. Eurovision Universe will keep you updated about everything that happens during the rehearsals. This is what you can expect today: 11.30 – 12.00 Estonia12.10 – 12.40 Iceland12.50 – 13.20 Greece13.30 – 14.00 Poland15.10 – 15.40 Slovenia15.50 – 16.20 Georgia16.30 – 17.00 San Marino17.10 – 17.40 Austria17.50 – 18.20 Albania18.30 – 19.00 Lithuania19.10 – 19.40 Australia
About Quick Facts NameSelina-Maria Edbauer Born1998 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal Selection 2019Internal Selection 2023 In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar? (2023, with Teya) Biography Salena, whose real name is Selina-Maria Edbauer, was born in Leoben, Styria, in 1998. Her first steps in showbiz came in 2017. She then took part in The Voice of Germany. Unfortunately, she had to leave after three rounds. In 2019, she submitted a song for the Eurovision Song Contest. “Behind the waterfalls” was her hope to represent Austria. However, Austrian broadcaster ORF chose Pænda instead. In 2021, Salena took part in Starmania. She managed to reach the semifinals there. On 31 January 2023, it was announced that Salena, together with Teya, will represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which will be held in Liverpool. They sang the song “Who the hell is Edgar”. They reached the final and ended up 15th. Entries Who the hell is Edgar? (With Teya) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2023 LanguageEnglish LyricsTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano MusicTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano DancersAlex SchoendorfAlexandre NovelliAngel Grace WharmbyRia Hunte Results Semi Points: 137Position: 2Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 120Position: 15Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/8uk64V9h0Ko
About Quick Facts NameTeodora Špirić Born12 April 2000 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionBeovizija 2020 (Serbia)Internal selection 2023 (Austria, with Salena) In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar (2023, with Salena) Biography Teya (also known as Thea Devy), is an Austrian singer of Serbian roots. Teodora was born in Vienna, Austria. The singer spent part of her childhood in Kladovo, after which her family returned to Vienna. Teodora studied English and German at the University of Vienna. Teodora gained her first musical experiences in the high school jazz orchestra, and then on the musical stage in the Broadway Company. She decided early on to devote herself to music. She wrote her first song in 2017, and the following year she started collaborating with Austrian producers. Teodora, aka Thea Devy, recorded the song “Waiting For”. In 2019, she started working in Switzerland with Kate Northrop and producer Pele Lorient. She also participated in the Beyond Music project. At the end of 2019, she submitted her song “Judgment Day” for Austria’s internal selection for Eurovision Song Contest 2020. Austrian national broadcaster ORF shortlisted her, but in the end they selected Vincent Bueno to represent Austria. She decided to submit the song to Beovizija 2020, the Serbian national selection for Eurovision. The song was translated into Serbian by her parents Aleksandra and Petar, and was now entitled “Sudnji dan”. She was selected, reached the final and got the 4th place. In 2021, she was a participant in the fifth season of the Austrian competition Starmania, under her real name, Teodora Špirić. Teodora did not make it to the finals of the show, but was among the top eight in the competition. At the end of 2021, Croatian singer Ninski released the pop single “Runaway (Stay)” with Teodora. It is also the first time she presented herself under her new stage name – Teya. On 31 January 2023, it was announced that Teja, together with Salena, will represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which will be held in Liverpool. With their song “Who the hell is Edgar” they reached the final, where they ended up in 15th place. Entries Who the hell is Edgar (with Salena) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2023 LanguageEnglish LyricsTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano MusicTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano DancersAlex SchoendorfAlexandre NovelliAngel Grace WharmbyRia Hunte Results Semi Points: 137Position: 2Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 120Position: 15Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/8uk64V9h0Ko
photo: ORF A lot of Eurovision news comes in these days. This morning, radiostation Ö3 announced that Teya and Salena will represent Austria. The song, of which we don’t know the title yet, will be presented the 8th of March, International Women’s Day. Both Teya and Salena have some Eurovision experience. Salena did an attempt in the internal selection in 2019 and Teya in 2020. Under the name of Thea Devy, Teya took part in the 2020 Serbian national selection with the song “Sudnji dan”. Teya in the Serbian final in 2020. Salena in The Voice Germany in 2017. The announcement for the Eurovision Song Contest (in German).
© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NamePia Maria Außerlechner Born21 May 2003 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with LUM!X) Biography Pia Maria (real name Pia Maria Ausserlechner) is an Austrian singer. Pia Maria comes from Tyrol. She is a trained make-up artist and works at the Tyrolean State Theater in Innsbruck. She has been writing her own songs since she was 16 and has sent out her first demo recordings. She signed to Entertainment Quarter/Günter Unger by the Austrian music manager Günter Unger. After the ORF brought the Austrian DJ and producer LUM!X into play to take part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin, a singer was sought, and LUM!X came across a demo by Pia Maria. On February 8, 2022, the ORF announced that LUM!X and Pia Maria was going to represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with the song “Halo”. The two failed to qualify for the final in the first semi-final. Entries Halo (with LUM!X) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2022 LanguageEnglish LyricsLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons MusicLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons BackingsCorinne MarchiniElisa Bava Results Semi Points: 42Position: 15Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/dMgjHYwXSuo
© EBU/Corinne Cumming About Quick Facts NameLuca Michlmayr Born23 July 2002 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with Pia Maria) Biography Lumix (born July 23, 2002 in Rohrbach, real name Luca Michlmayr), also written as LUM!X, is an Austrian DJ and music producer. Michlmayr aka Lumix started producing music himself at the age of 11. By uploading bootlegs and original songs to SoundCloud and YouTube, the Swedish independent label and network Bounce United found him and signed him. In May 2018, Michlmayr released his debut single “Underground” there, which he produced in collaboration with Spanish musician Moha. On the occasion of reaching 700.000 subscribers on the official Bounce United YouTube channel, he produced the song “Bounce United”. The song “Chiraq 2018” by the Swedish musician Alfons, a first official remix which he created together with Myhr, was released in the same year. At the beginning of 2019, the singles “Jägermeister” and “Waiting for Me” were released. After his bootleg of Meg & Dia’s song “Monster” went viral on YouTube, he remixed it with Italian musician Gabry Ponte and released the new version as a single through Spinnin’ Records. With this he achieved his international breakthrough. He hit the charts in several European countries. More than 400,000 copies of this single were sold in Germany. Michlmayr received a platinum record. With more than 70 weeks in the German single charts, Monster is also one of the songs that stayed in the German single charts the longest. In January 2020, he released the single “The Passenger (LaLaLa)”, again together with Ponte, Mokaby and D.T.E. A third collaboration with Ponte, titled “Scare Me”, followed in September 2020. The US producer KSHMR and Karra also took part. On January 8, 2021, a cover version of the English language version of the song “Major Tom” by Peter Schilling from 1983 was released. In the same month he released the single “Annie Are You Ok”, which was created in collaboration with Mio. In April 2021 the song “Secrets” followed. He produced this one together with Sølo. “Thunder”, the fourth official collaboration with Gabry Ponte, was released in May 2021, who also supported Michlmayr in the studio with the previous songs. “Thunder” was able to build on the success of “Monster” and “Passenger (LaLaLa)” and reached the single charts in several countries. The song received numerous awards. The single “Champion”, which served as the official anthem of the Summer 2021 LEC Playoffs, was released in august. The song was created in collaboration with Orange Inc and Séb Mont.The follow up “Trick or Treat”, was produced together with the Swiss DJ and music producer duo Molow. Lumix took part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin together with the singer Pia Maria with the song “Halo”. Entries Halo (with Pia Maria) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2022 LanguageEnglish LyricsLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons MusicLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons BackingsCorinne MarchiniElisa Bava Results Semi Points: 42Position: 15Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/dMgjHYwXSuo
Today we saw the second rehearsals for the first 14 countries from the first semifinal. For the first time the press was allowed to see the rehearsals on large TV screens in the press center. It is now certain that the kinetic sun does not rotate. During the first rehearsals it turned out that the time between performances was too short to move the center part of the sun. As a result, several countries had to adjust their graphics, because they were not or only partially visible ALBANIA: The outfit had been changed and Ronela Hajati also had her own blond hair again, instead of the pink hair she had during the first rehearsal. It was a dynamic performance, in which there was almost constant dancing, together with her four dancers and a dancer. After the first rehearsal, there were some comments about an allegedly offensive dance move by Ronela with her dancer, but she kept it in anyway. LATVIA: The six were wearing the familiar colorful suits and the decor was also very colorful. Various types of vegetables were displayed on the LED screen. In the middle of the song there was a moment for the saxophonist. The performance ended with the singer making a split. LITHUANIA: Monika Liu stood alone on the big stage in Turin and mainly sang her song into the camera. She moved elegantly and attracted all the attention. The song doesn’t really need anything more. SWITZERLAND: Dressed all in black, Marius Bear was on stage and a broken heart was visible on his face and on the floor. So emotions abound. SLOVENIA: As said before, it was a big disco ball that mainly caught the attention of the Slovenian act. The boys wore 1970s-style velvet suits and the drummer appeared to be drumming above the disco ball. Compared to the previous rehearsal, there was little change. UKRAINE: There was a lot to see on stage, besides the colorful costumes there was a lot of visual spectacle. It was traditional, ethnic with a modern twist, just like last year’s contribution. Because of the war in Ukraine, this performance has something emotional and that is subtly reflected in the visual spectacle. BULGARIA: The performance started with a split screen, showing the drummer on one side and another member of the group. A small rock concert with all the trimmings, including a lot of fire(work). THE NETHERLANDS: There were few noticeable changes from the first rehearsal of S10. In the Netherlands, there was some fuss about the singer’s bare belly, but it is still naked for a while. A lot has been taken out of the lighting of S10. MOLDOVA: After the intimate moment of the Netherlands, a party erupted on stage with the contribution of Zdob şi Zdub, who are participating for the third time. They used the entire stage for their folklore song: Hey ho, let’s go…, but no train on stage. Lots of color, matching the contribution. CROATIA: During rehearsals today, Mia had problems with her in-ears. No surprises at Mia’s performance. The postcards were also shown to the press today. A drone searches for the location where the artist of the country in question can be seen and we see the visual artist in the area. DENMARK: The beginning was just like in the national final, Siggy starts alone at the piano, with her quieter part of the song and then the rock show starts. Last year we went back to the eighties with Denmark, now it seems back to the nineties. In case you don’t remember the name of the band, REDDI appeared on the LED screen. AUSTRIA: Of course there is a Halo on stage. Lots of fireworks and strong staging. The vocal part of the duo was, as we can see now, quite disappointing. GREECE: For those who don’t understand the act of Greece: Amanda seems to be in a Greek tavern; hence the chairs around her. But some of the seats have fallen over. That fits with the lyrics of the song. Amanda could count on a big round of applause from the audience. PORTUGAL: A delegation member from Portugal tested positive for corona, so the entire delegation had to go back to the hotel and be tested. Fortunately none of the ladies tested positive and they were able to rehearse for their performance, but later than planned. After all the rehearsals had been completed, Portugal was allowed to go on stage after Greece. During this rehearsal it was clear that it was one of the background singers who tested positive for corona. The ladies were lined up in a circle and brought this atmospheric contribution in a good way.
Today the rehearsals for the 2nd semifinal will be finished. The 11 countries that didn’t rehearse for a second time yet will do so today. We will closely follow it again. 11.30 – 11.50 Cyprus11.55 – 12.15 Iceland12.20 – 12.40 Greece12.45 – 13.05 Poland13.10 – 13.30 Slovenia13.35 – 13.55 Georgia 15.00 – 15.20 San Marino15.25 – 15.45 Austria15.50 – 16.10 Albania16.15 – 16.35 Lithuania16.40 – 17.00 Australia
The third day of rehearsals is already halfway. We are looking at the last six entries we haven’t heard and seen yet (except the Big Five and Ukraine). photo credits: EBU/Sarah Luise Bennett/Corinne Cumming Georgia Iru wears a white dress, and what is very remarkable on her looks is the huge bracelet she is wearing on her right arm. Iru is standing on a raised platform in the middle of the stage. She stands there during the entire performance. The LED screeen shows smoke that twirls and turbulent weather. And if you see that, there is only one thing you need: indeed, a wind machine! And it’s there! And of course Iru is surrounded by smoke. San Marino Singer E-King wears a glitter jacket while the rest of the band Piqued Jacks wear black. On stage we have the huge LED wall that spots a lot of red: we see eyes, we see lips, all in a cartoon way. Piqued Jacks use the whole stage, E-King appears as the clear frontman. At several moments, he even lies down on the floor while singing. Austria Teya and Salena are wearing opposite colours: Teya wears black and Salena white, both with red blouses. The LED-screens play the main role in the Austrian act. It looks like Teya and Salena start their performance in front of a huge oldfashioned typewriter. In the typewriter a piece of paper with a picture of Edgar Allan Poe. Later we see the two ladies in red and with sunglasses on the screen, and Edgar in red. Albania Albina and the Kelmendi family all wear black. The colours at the LED screen are also black…. and red, the colours of the Albanian flag. Many flames during the Albanian performance. This song has quite an emotional performans. Albina sits on the floor for a moment, family members surround her with raised hands. Sacha Jean Baptiste did the staging for this entry. Lithuania Monika Linkytė wears an orange suit. She is surrounded by the four backings who all wear black. First she stands on a red background. Later we see half a circle, black, with indian like signs projected on it. She and the backing vocals are standing still at some moments, but walk around later, especially when the “Čiūto Tūto” part is sung. Australia Australia is the last country to perform. Voyager singer Daniel Estrin wears a blue suit with a chequered pattern. The band has a car on stage, a Toyota MR2, a car from the eighties and nineties. On the LED-screens we see a road, mountains and a setting sun. Red fireworks are visible at the end of the song. in collaboration with Eurovision Artists
Today is the 3rd day of rehearsals. After today we have heard and seen all the songs, except the Big Five and Ukraine. photo credits: EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett/Corinne Cummings Estonia Estonian Alika is wearing an all blue combination when she sings her song. As in the national final, the song starts with a piano that plays itself. In the beginning Alika sits on the music stool, later she stands behind the microphone. The LED screens on the background are greenish blue, varied with gold. Iceland Diljá is wearing a silver suit. She shows a lot of energy with kicks and gymnastic moves. She even makes a head roll! Diljá is surrounded by drums. The background colours change all the time, from green to blue to black with a daffodil (?) and to a sunflower. A lot happens during this show! Greece Victor Vernicos weirs beige while on stage, and yes, like in the video he has shorts. Victor dances but every now and then he is sitting on the floor, also just like in the video. On the LED screens in the background we see huge pictures of Victor himself. Later we see Greek letters in white on the screens. Victor is surrounded by smoke. Poland Blanka has a dress that is half in purple and half in orange. She is on stage with four dancers. At the background during the song you see tropical pictures on the LED screen. Halfway, Blanka changes her dress in a short, red one. The last chorus of the song is accompanied by a rain of fireworks. Slovenia The band Joker Out is wearing pink and purple pants with blouses in all kind of colours. A lot of red stroboscopic light is surrounding the band. In the end, you see the words Joker Out in white on a black screen, and the band members make hearts with their hands. Eurovision.tv mentions the enthousiasm of the band. in collaboration with Eurovision Artists
Already for the third day, we have rehearsals. Eurovision Universe will keep you updated about everything that happens during the rehearsals. This is what you can expect today: 11.30 – 12.00 Estonia12.10 – 12.40 Iceland12.50 – 13.20 Greece13.30 – 14.00 Poland15.10 – 15.40 Slovenia15.50 – 16.20 Georgia16.30 – 17.00 San Marino17.10 – 17.40 Austria17.50 – 18.20 Albania18.30 – 19.00 Lithuania19.10 – 19.40 Australia
About Quick Facts NameSelina-Maria Edbauer Born1998 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal Selection 2019Internal Selection 2023 In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar? (2023, with Teya) Biography Salena, whose real name is Selina-Maria Edbauer, was born in Leoben, Styria, in 1998. Her first steps in showbiz came in 2017. She then took part in The Voice of Germany. Unfortunately, she had to leave after three rounds. In 2019, she submitted a song for the Eurovision Song Contest. “Behind the waterfalls” was her hope to represent Austria. However, Austrian broadcaster ORF chose Pænda instead. In 2021, Salena took part in Starmania. She managed to reach the semifinals there. On 31 January 2023, it was announced that Salena, together with Teya, will represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which will be held in Liverpool. They sang the song “Who the hell is Edgar”. They reached the final and ended up 15th. Entries Who the hell is Edgar? (With Teya) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2023 LanguageEnglish LyricsTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano MusicTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano DancersAlex SchoendorfAlexandre NovelliAngel Grace WharmbyRia Hunte Results Semi Points: 137Position: 2Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 120Position: 15Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/8uk64V9h0Ko
About Quick Facts NameTeodora Špirić Born12 April 2000 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionBeovizija 2020 (Serbia)Internal selection 2023 (Austria, with Salena) In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar (2023, with Salena) Biography Teya (also known as Thea Devy), is an Austrian singer of Serbian roots. Teodora was born in Vienna, Austria. The singer spent part of her childhood in Kladovo, after which her family returned to Vienna. Teodora studied English and German at the University of Vienna. Teodora gained her first musical experiences in the high school jazz orchestra, and then on the musical stage in the Broadway Company. She decided early on to devote herself to music. She wrote her first song in 2017, and the following year she started collaborating with Austrian producers. Teodora, aka Thea Devy, recorded the song “Waiting For”. In 2019, she started working in Switzerland with Kate Northrop and producer Pele Lorient. She also participated in the Beyond Music project. At the end of 2019, she submitted her song “Judgment Day” for Austria’s internal selection for Eurovision Song Contest 2020. Austrian national broadcaster ORF shortlisted her, but in the end they selected Vincent Bueno to represent Austria. She decided to submit the song to Beovizija 2020, the Serbian national selection for Eurovision. The song was translated into Serbian by her parents Aleksandra and Petar, and was now entitled “Sudnji dan”. She was selected, reached the final and got the 4th place. In 2021, she was a participant in the fifth season of the Austrian competition Starmania, under her real name, Teodora Špirić. Teodora did not make it to the finals of the show, but was among the top eight in the competition. At the end of 2021, Croatian singer Ninski released the pop single “Runaway (Stay)” with Teodora. It is also the first time she presented herself under her new stage name – Teya. On 31 January 2023, it was announced that Teja, together with Salena, will represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which will be held in Liverpool. With their song “Who the hell is Edgar” they reached the final, where they ended up in 15th place. Entries Who the hell is Edgar (with Salena) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2023 LanguageEnglish LyricsTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano MusicTeodora ŠpirićSelina-Maria EdbauerRonald JanečekPele Loriano DancersAlex SchoendorfAlexandre NovelliAngel Grace WharmbyRia Hunte Results Semi Points: 137Position: 2Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: 120Position: 15Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/8uk64V9h0Ko
photo: ORF A lot of Eurovision news comes in these days. This morning, radiostation Ö3 announced that Teya and Salena will represent Austria. The song, of which we don’t know the title yet, will be presented the 8th of March, International Women’s Day. Both Teya and Salena have some Eurovision experience. Salena did an attempt in the internal selection in 2019 and Teya in 2020. Under the name of Thea Devy, Teya took part in the 2020 Serbian national selection with the song “Sudnji dan”. Teya in the Serbian final in 2020. Salena in The Voice Germany in 2017. The announcement for the Eurovision Song Contest (in German).
© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NamePia Maria Außerlechner Born21 May 2003 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with LUM!X) Biography Pia Maria (real name Pia Maria Ausserlechner) is an Austrian singer. Pia Maria comes from Tyrol. She is a trained make-up artist and works at the Tyrolean State Theater in Innsbruck. She has been writing her own songs since she was 16 and has sent out her first demo recordings. She signed to Entertainment Quarter/Günter Unger by the Austrian music manager Günter Unger. After the ORF brought the Austrian DJ and producer LUM!X into play to take part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin, a singer was sought, and LUM!X came across a demo by Pia Maria. On February 8, 2022, the ORF announced that LUM!X and Pia Maria was going to represent Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with the song “Halo”. The two failed to qualify for the final in the first semi-final. Entries Halo (with LUM!X) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2022 LanguageEnglish LyricsLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons MusicLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons BackingsCorinne MarchiniElisa Bava Results Semi Points: 42Position: 15Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/dMgjHYwXSuo
© EBU/Corinne Cumming About Quick Facts NameLuca Michlmayr Born23 July 2002 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with Pia Maria) Biography Lumix (born July 23, 2002 in Rohrbach, real name Luca Michlmayr), also written as LUM!X, is an Austrian DJ and music producer. Michlmayr aka Lumix started producing music himself at the age of 11. By uploading bootlegs and original songs to SoundCloud and YouTube, the Swedish independent label and network Bounce United found him and signed him. In May 2018, Michlmayr released his debut single “Underground” there, which he produced in collaboration with Spanish musician Moha. On the occasion of reaching 700.000 subscribers on the official Bounce United YouTube channel, he produced the song “Bounce United”. The song “Chiraq 2018” by the Swedish musician Alfons, a first official remix which he created together with Myhr, was released in the same year. At the beginning of 2019, the singles “Jägermeister” and “Waiting for Me” were released. After his bootleg of Meg & Dia’s song “Monster” went viral on YouTube, he remixed it with Italian musician Gabry Ponte and released the new version as a single through Spinnin’ Records. With this he achieved his international breakthrough. He hit the charts in several European countries. More than 400,000 copies of this single were sold in Germany. Michlmayr received a platinum record. With more than 70 weeks in the German single charts, Monster is also one of the songs that stayed in the German single charts the longest. In January 2020, he released the single “The Passenger (LaLaLa)”, again together with Ponte, Mokaby and D.T.E. A third collaboration with Ponte, titled “Scare Me”, followed in September 2020. The US producer KSHMR and Karra also took part. On January 8, 2021, a cover version of the English language version of the song “Major Tom” by Peter Schilling from 1983 was released. In the same month he released the single “Annie Are You Ok”, which was created in collaboration with Mio. In April 2021 the song “Secrets” followed. He produced this one together with Sølo. “Thunder”, the fourth official collaboration with Gabry Ponte, was released in May 2021, who also supported Michlmayr in the studio with the previous songs. “Thunder” was able to build on the success of “Monster” and “Passenger (LaLaLa)” and reached the single charts in several countries. The song received numerous awards. The single “Champion”, which served as the official anthem of the Summer 2021 LEC Playoffs, was released in august. The song was created in collaboration with Orange Inc and Séb Mont.The follow up “Trick or Treat”, was produced together with the Swiss DJ and music producer duo Molow. Lumix took part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin together with the singer Pia Maria with the song “Halo”. Entries Halo (with Pia Maria) Country🇦🇹 Austria Year2022 LanguageEnglish LyricsLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons MusicLuca MichlmayrAnders NilsenGabry PonteRasmus FlycktSophie Alexandra Tweed-Simmons BackingsCorinne MarchiniElisa Bava Results Semi Points: 42Position: 15Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/dMgjHYwXSuo
Today we saw the second rehearsals for the first 14 countries from the first semifinal. For the first time the press was allowed to see the rehearsals on large TV screens in the press center. It is now certain that the kinetic sun does not rotate. During the first rehearsals it turned out that the time between performances was too short to move the center part of the sun. As a result, several countries had to adjust their graphics, because they were not or only partially visible ALBANIA: The outfit had been changed and Ronela Hajati also had her own blond hair again, instead of the pink hair she had during the first rehearsal. It was a dynamic performance, in which there was almost constant dancing, together with her four dancers and a dancer. After the first rehearsal, there were some comments about an allegedly offensive dance move by Ronela with her dancer, but she kept it in anyway. LATVIA: The six were wearing the familiar colorful suits and the decor was also very colorful. Various types of vegetables were displayed on the LED screen. In the middle of the song there was a moment for the saxophonist. The performance ended with the singer making a split. LITHUANIA: Monika Liu stood alone on the big stage in Turin and mainly sang her song into the camera. She moved elegantly and attracted all the attention. The song doesn’t really need anything more. SWITZERLAND: Dressed all in black, Marius Bear was on stage and a broken heart was visible on his face and on the floor. So emotions abound. SLOVENIA: As said before, it was a big disco ball that mainly caught the attention of the Slovenian act. The boys wore 1970s-style velvet suits and the drummer appeared to be drumming above the disco ball. Compared to the previous rehearsal, there was little change. UKRAINE: There was a lot to see on stage, besides the colorful costumes there was a lot of visual spectacle. It was traditional, ethnic with a modern twist, just like last year’s contribution. Because of the war in Ukraine, this performance has something emotional and that is subtly reflected in the visual spectacle. BULGARIA: The performance started with a split screen, showing the drummer on one side and another member of the group. A small rock concert with all the trimmings, including a lot of fire(work). THE NETHERLANDS: There were few noticeable changes from the first rehearsal of S10. In the Netherlands, there was some fuss about the singer’s bare belly, but it is still naked for a while. A lot has been taken out of the lighting of S10. MOLDOVA: After the intimate moment of the Netherlands, a party erupted on stage with the contribution of Zdob şi Zdub, who are participating for the third time. They used the entire stage for their folklore song: Hey ho, let’s go…, but no train on stage. Lots of color, matching the contribution. CROATIA: During rehearsals today, Mia had problems with her in-ears. No surprises at Mia’s performance. The postcards were also shown to the press today. A drone searches for the location where the artist of the country in question can be seen and we see the visual artist in the area. DENMARK: The beginning was just like in the national final, Siggy starts alone at the piano, with her quieter part of the song and then the rock show starts. Last year we went back to the eighties with Denmark, now it seems back to the nineties. In case you don’t remember the name of the band, REDDI appeared on the LED screen. AUSTRIA: Of course there is a Halo on stage. Lots of fireworks and strong staging. The vocal part of the duo was, as we can see now, quite disappointing. GREECE: For those who don’t understand the act of Greece: Amanda seems to be in a Greek tavern; hence the chairs around her. But some of the seats have fallen over. That fits with the lyrics of the song. Amanda could count on a big round of applause from the audience. PORTUGAL: A delegation member from Portugal tested positive for corona, so the entire delegation had to go back to the hotel and be tested. Fortunately none of the ladies tested positive and they were able to rehearse for their performance, but later than planned. After all the rehearsals had been completed, Portugal was allowed to go on stage after Greece. During this rehearsal it was clear that it was one of the background singers who tested positive for corona. The ladies were lined up in a circle and brought this atmospheric contribution in a good way.
Today the rehearsals for the 2nd semifinal will be finished. The 11 countries that didn’t rehearse for a second time yet will do so today. We will closely follow it again. 11.30 – 11.50 Cyprus11.55 – 12.15 Iceland12.20 – 12.40 Greece12.45 – 13.05 Poland13.10 – 13.30 Slovenia13.35 – 13.55 Georgia 15.00 – 15.20 San Marino15.25 – 15.45 Austria15.50 – 16.10 Albania16.15 – 16.35 Lithuania16.40 – 17.00 Australia
The third day of rehearsals is already halfway. We are looking at the last six entries we haven’t heard and seen yet (except the Big Five and Ukraine). photo credits: EBU/Sarah Luise Bennett/Corinne Cumming Georgia Iru wears a white dress, and what is very remarkable on her looks is the huge bracelet she is wearing on her right arm. Iru is standing on a raised platform in the middle of the stage. She stands there during the entire performance. The LED screeen shows smoke that twirls and turbulent weather. And if you see that, there is only one thing you need:
Today is the 3rd day of rehearsals. After today we have heard and seen all the songs, except the Big Five and Ukraine. photo credits: EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett/Corinne Cummings Estonia Estonian Alika is wearing an all blue combination when she sings her song. As in the national final, the song starts with a piano that plays itself. In the beginning Alika sits on the music stool, later she stands behind the microphone. The LED screens on the background are greenish blue, varied with gold. Iceland Diljá is wearing a silver suit. She shows a lot of energy with kicks and gymnastic
Already for the third day, we have rehearsals. Eurovision Universe will keep you updated about everything that happens during the rehearsals. This is what you can expect today: 11.30 – 12.00 Estonia12.10 – 12.40 Iceland12.50 – 13.20 Greece13.30 – 14.00 Poland15.10 – 15.40 Slovenia15.50 – 16.20 Georgia16.30 – 17.00 San Marino17.10 – 17.40 Austria17.50 – 18.20 Albania18.30 – 19.00 Lithuania19.10 – 19.40 Australia
About Quick Facts NameSelina-Maria Edbauer Born1998 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal Selection 2019Internal Selection 2023 In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar? (2023, with Teya) Biography Salena, whose real name is Selina-Maria Edbauer, was born in Leoben, Styria, in 1998. Her first steps in showbiz came in 2017. She then took part in The Voice of Germany. Unfortunately, she had to leave after three rounds. In 2019, she submitted a song for the Eurovision Song Contest. “Behind the waterfalls” was her hope to represent Austria. However, Austrian broadcaster ORF chose Pænda instead. In 2021, Salena took part in Starmania. She managed to reach
About Quick Facts NameTeodora Špirić Born12 April 2000 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionBeovizija 2020 (Serbia)Internal selection 2023 (Austria, with Salena) In Eurovision2023 Liverpool SongWho the hell is Edgar (2023, with Salena) Biography Teya (also known as Thea Devy), is an Austrian singer of Serbian roots. Teodora was born in Vienna, Austria. The singer spent part of her childhood in Kladovo, after which her family returned to Vienna. Teodora studied English and German at the University of Vienna. Teodora gained her first musical experiences in the high school jazz orchestra, and then on the musical stage in the Broadway Company. She decided early
photo: ORF A lot of Eurovision news comes in these days. This morning, radiostation Ö3 announced that Teya and Salena will represent Austria. The song, of which we don’t know the title yet, will be presented the 8th of March, International Women’s Day. Both Teya and Salena have some Eurovision experience. Salena did an attempt in the internal selection in 2019 and Teya in 2020. Under the name of Thea Devy, Teya took part in the 2020 Serbian national selection with the song “Sudnji dan”. Teya in the Serbian final in 2020. Salena in The Voice Germany in 2017. The
© EBU/Andres Putting About Quick Facts NamePia Maria Außerlechner Born21 May 2003 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with LUM!X) Biography Pia Maria (real name Pia Maria Ausserlechner) is an Austrian singer. Pia Maria comes from Tyrol. She is a trained make-up artist and works at the Tyrolean State Theater in Innsbruck. She has been writing her own songs since she was 16 and has sent out her first demo recordings. She signed to Entertainment Quarter/Günter Unger by the Austrian music manager Günter Unger. After the ORF brought the Austrian DJ and producer LUM!X into play
© EBU/Corinne Cumming About Quick Facts NameLuca Michlmayr Born23 July 2002 Nationality🇦🇹 Austrian National SelectionInternal selection 2022 In Eurovision2022 Turin SongHalo (2022, with Pia Maria) Biography Lumix (born July 23, 2002 in Rohrbach, real name Luca Michlmayr), also written as LUM!X, is an Austrian DJ and music producer. Michlmayr aka Lumix started producing music himself at the age of 11. By uploading bootlegs and original songs to SoundCloud and YouTube, the Swedish independent label and network Bounce United found him and signed him. In May 2018, Michlmayr released his debut single “Underground” there, which he produced in collaboration with Spanish musician
Today we saw the second rehearsals for the first 14 countries from the first semifinal. For the first time the press was allowed to see the rehearsals on large TV screens in the press center. It is now certain that the kinetic sun does not rotate. During the first rehearsals it turned out that the time between performances was too short to move the center part of the sun. As a result, several countries had to adjust their graphics, because they were not or only partially visible ALBANIA: The outfit had been changed and Ronela Hajati also had her own blond