Duets

Vlad Miriță

About Quick Facts NameVlad Miriță Born02 August 1981 Nationality🇷🇴 Romania National SelectionSelecția Națională 2008 In Eurovision2008 Belgrade SongPe-o margine de lume (& Nico) Biography Vlad Miriță, born on August 2, 1981, in Târgoviște, Romania, is a renowned Romanian pop and opera singer. He began formal music training at 16, studying canto at the “Octav Enigărescu” School of Arts in his hometown. Early in his career, he performed with the Armonia Valahă Choir, participating in various national and international events. In 2008, Miriță gained international recognition by representing Romania at the Eurovision Song Contest in Belgrade, Serbia. He performed the duet “Pe-o margine de lume” with fellow Romanian singer Nico, achieving 20th place in the competition. Beyond his musical endeavors, Miriță has diversified his career. In 2015, he was chosen by Walt Disney Pictures to provide the Romanian voice for the character Hugo in an animated film adaptation of “The Hunchback of Notre-Dame.” In recent years, Miriță has embraced a more personal role as a family man. He married Maria Natură in 2016, and the couple celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary in 2023 with a special trip to Bulgaria. They have a son named Iustin, born in 2018, who, at the age of four, appeared in the music video for Miriță’s Christmas song “E Frumos de Crăciun,” released in December 2022. Additionally, Miriță has ventured into agriculture, managing a farm in Târgoviște where he raises animals such as pigs and turkeys. This endeavor reflects his appreciation for nature and a desire to provide high-quality, eco-friendly products. Entries Pe-o margine de lume (& Nico) Country🇷🇴 Romania Year2008 LanguageRomanian LyricsAndreea AndreiAdina Şuteu MusicAndrei Tudor BackingsAndrei Tudor (piano) Results Semi Points: 94Position: 7Running order: 17 Results Finals Points: 45Position: 20Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/o_mvrGKbbqU?si=fe7MBSXrVJt1j8A3

Shkodra Elektronike

About Quick Facts MembersKolë LacaBeatriçe Gjergji Founded2019 Nationality🇦🇱 Albania National SelectionFestivali i Këngës 2025 In Eurovision2025 Basel SongZjerm (2025) Biography Shkodra Elektronike is an Albanian duo. The music project was founded in 2019 by Albanian immigrants Kolë Laca and Beatriçe Gjergji, who grew up in Italy, away from their native city of Shkodër. That is a city in the northern part of Albania. The duo defines their genre as “Post Immigrant Pop,” focusing on reinterpreting traditional songs from Shkodër with a contemporary electronic approach. Their debut original song, “Ku e gjeta vedin,” released in 2020, won the Special Prize at the annual Shkodra Festival “Luleborë.” This was followed by tracks like “Synin si qershia” and “Turtulleshë,” the latter released under the Alt Orient label in January 2022. They also composed “E jemja nuse,” performed by Rezarta Smaja, which secured third prize at the 60th edition of “Festivali i Këngës.” Shkodra Elektronike has performed at significant events, including the opening of the Albania/Kosovo Pavilion at the 2019 Venice Biennale, the inauguration of Autostrada Biennale Hangar in Prizren, Kosovo, and Zā Fest IV. Their performances have been well-received by diverse audiences. In 2022, the project was selected by the Balkan music export initiative “MOST,” and they are currently managed by Alt Orient, a company founded in 2016 to support alternative Eastern and African electronic music. Their participation in “Festivali i Këngës 63” with the song “Zjerm” garnered significant public attention, leading to their victory and the opportunity to represent Albania in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. Through their innovative fusion of traditional Shkodër music with electronic elements, Shkodra Elektronike continues to bridge cultural heritage with modern sounds, resonating with audiences both in Albania and internationally. Entries Zjerm Country🇦🇱 Albania Year2025 LanguageAlbanian LyricsBeatriçe GjergjiLekë Gjeloshi MusicBeatriçe Gjergji Backings– Results Semi Points:Position:Running order: Results Finals Points:Position:Running order: https://youtu.be/RNT1SmmxuIk?si=KWxaXOc1k_qAcLpj

Nico

About Quick Facts NameNico Matei Born1 February 1970 Nationality🇷🇴 Romanian National SelectionSelecția Națională 2009Selecția Națională 2008Selecția Națională 2007Selecția Națională 2006Selecția Națională 2005Selecția Națională 2004Selecția Națională 2003 In Eurovision2008 Belgrade SongPe-o margine de lune (&Vlad, 2008) Biography Nico, whose full name is Nicoleta Matei, is a Romanian singer and songwriter born on February 1, 1970, in Ploiești, Romania. Known for her powerful voice, she performs pop, soul, and jazz music. She has been an influential figure in the Romanian music scene for decades. Nico’s music journey began in the 1990s after graduating from the Școala Populară de Artă (Popular School of Art) in Ploiești. She became the lead singer of the Estradă section at the Toma Caragiu Theater in Ploiești and also completed her studies at the George Enescu Conservatory in Bucharest. Early in her career, Nico gained popularity by collaborating with Romanian hip hop artists like B.U.G. Mafia and Puya, blending pop with urban sounds. These collaborations helped her gain recognition in the Romanian music industry. In 2003, she released her debut album, Gând pentru ei (“A Thought for Them”), showcasing her emotional voice and versatile style. Between 2003 and 2008, Nico established herself as a household name, releasing hits like “Nu pot să mai suport” and participating in music festivals. Her performance at the Golden Stag Festival in Brașov further boosted her fame. Seven times in a row (2003-2009), she participated in Selecția Națională, the national final for the Eurovision Song Contest. She won the contest in 2008. In 2008, Nico represented Romania at the Eurovision Song Contest with Vlad Miriță. Their duet, “Pe-o margine de lume,” was praised for its operatic and emotional style. It reached the Eurovision final and remains one of her most iconic songs. After Eurovision, Nico continued releasing music and performing at festivals. Between 2008 and 2020, she collaborated with artists like Cabron and Directia 5, exploring various music styles. In 2010, her hit “Poate Undeva” became a fan favorite. Ten years later, in 2020, she reunited with Cabron for “Oscar în doi,” a highly anticipated comeback collaboration. Nico is married to composer Laurențiu Matei, and they own a recording studio together. Balancing her career and family life, she remains a beloved artist in Romania, known for her talent, humility, and dedication to music. Entries Pe-o margine de lune (& Vlad) Country🇷🇴 Romania Year2008 LanguageRomanian LyricsAndreea AndreiAdina Şuteu MusicAndrei Tudor BackingsAndrei Tudor (piano) Results Semi Points: 94Position: 7Running order: 17 Results Finals Points: 45Position: 20Running order: 1 https://youtu.be/o_mvrGKbbqU?si=667haJAC01uY8QhA

Nela Pocisková

About Quick Facts NameNela Pocisková Born04 October 1990 Nationality🇸🇰 Slovak National SelectionEurosong 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongLeť tmou (& Kamil Mikulčík, 2009) Biography Nela Pocisková, born on October 4, 1990, in Bratislava, Slovakia, is a renowned Slovak singer and actress. She began singing at the age of eight and, by fourteen, secured the role of Katka in the musical Neberte nám princeznú, directed by Ján Ďurovčík. Pocisková’s early career featured performances in various productions, including the dance drama Labuťko, the musical West Side Story as Maria, and Fidlikant na streche under Jozef Bednárik’s direction. In 2009, she represented Slovakia in the Eurovision Song Contest alongside Kamil Mikulčík with the song Leť tmou. Despite their efforts, they did not advance to the final. The following year, Pocisková showcased her versatility by winning the fourth season of Let’s Dance, the Slovak version of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Peter Modrovský. Her television career includes significant roles in popular Slovak series. She portrayed Nela Petrovičová in Ordinácia v ružovej záhrade (2007–2012) and starred as Nina Dolinská in Búrlivé víno (2013–2016). Since then, she has continued her success with roles in Nemocnica (2021–2023), Pán profesor (2021), Svätý Max (2022), Ranč (2025) and Vina (2025). In 2013, Pocisková released her debut album War, featuring the hit single So in Love, which topped the Slovak charts. Beyond her artistic endeavors, Pocisková’s personal life includes a partnership with actor Filip Tůma. Together, they have two children: a son named Hektor (2016) and a daughter named Liana (2018). Throughout her career, Nela Pocisková has received several accolades, including the OTO Award for Best Female Singer in 2011. As of 2025, she remains a prominent figure in Slovak entertainment, contributing to music and television while engaging in new artistic projects. Entries Leť tmou (& Kamil Mikulčik) Country🇸🇰 Slovakia Year2009 LanguageSlovak LyricsPetronela KolevskáAda Žigová MusicRastislav Dubovský BackingsRastislav Dubovský (piano)Jan Pospíšil (cello) Results Semi Points: 8Position: 18Running order: 8 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-1x4CyQPtQ

Kamil Mikulčík

About Quick Facts NameKamil Mikulčík Born18 November 1977 Nationality🇸🇰 Slovak National SelectionEurosong 2009 In Eurovision2009 Modvoe SongLeť tmou (& Nela Pocisková, 2009) Biography Kamil Mikulčík, born on November 18, 1977, in Trnava, Slovakia, is a versatile artist known for his work as a singer, actor, and composer. He studied acting at the Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava and also attended the University of Economics. In 2001, Mikulčík began his career with the Radošinské Naive Theatre, performing in productions such as “Jááánošííík,” “Generál,” and “Hra o láske.” He also appeared in the American film “Behind Enemy Lines” (2001). In 2004, he co-founded the a cappella group Fragile, contributing as a singer and arranger. The group released several albums, including “Voice Mail” (2007) and “Next Level” (2010). In 2009, Mikulčík represented Slovakia at the Eurovision Song Contest alongside Nela Pocisková with the song “Leť tmou.” They performed in the second semifinal but did not advance to the final. Beyond music, Mikulčík has an extensive acting portfolio. He starred in Slovak TV series such as “Ordinácia v ružovej záhrade” (2008–2009) and “Druhý dych” (2012). His film credits include “Muzika” (2008) and “Legenda o lietajúcom Cypriánovi” (2010). In his personal life, Mikulčík married actress Kristína Farkašová in 2009; they divorced in 2010. After 2012, Mikulčík continued to expand his artistic endeavors. He appeared in the TV series “Kolonáda” (2014) and “1890” (2017). In 2015, he featured in the children’s musical film “Spievankovo 5: O povolaniach.” In addition to acting, Mikulčík remained active in theater, performing in various productions across Slovakia and the Czech Republic. He also contributed as a composer for several theater performances, showcasing his musical versatility. Entries Leť tmou (& Nela Pocisková) Country🇸🇰 Slovakia Year2009 LanguageSlovak LyricsPetronela KolevskáAda Žigová MusicRastislav Dubovský BackingsRastislav Dubovský (piano)Jan Pospíšil (cello) Results Semi Points: 8Position: 18Running order: 8 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/a-1x4CyQPtQ?si=yVlXyhxGHcq5aKSD

Shkodra Elektronike represents Albania

The duo Shkodra Elektronike has won the Albanian national selection Festivali i Këngës. So, Shkodra Elektronike represents Albania. After two years of seperated selecions, the winner of this years contest is also the Eurovision participant. Beatriçe Gjergji and Lekë Gjeloshi, who form the duo, also wrote the song. It is not yet known whether the song will be sung in Albanian or in English. Shkodra Elektronike, “Zjerm”, 143 Elvana Gjata, “Karnaval”, 135 Alis, “Mjegull”, 57 Vesa Smolica, “Lutem”, 54 Djemtë e Detit, “Larg”, 37 Lorenc Hasrama, “Frymë”, 37 Ardit Çuni, “Amanë”, 26 Orgesa Zaimi, “I parë”, 21 Jet, “Gjälle”, 11 Gjergj Kaçinari, “Larg Jetës Pa Ty”, 11 Algert Sala, “Bosh”, 7 Kejsi Jazhxhi, “Kur Bota Hesht”, 5 Mal Retkoceri, “Antihero”, 5 Nita Latifi, “Zemrës”, 1 Stine, “E këshim Nis”, 0

Milaan

About Quick Facts NameMilan Nikolić Born02 July 1979 Nationality🇷🇸 Serbian National SelectionBeovizija 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongCipela (& Marko Kon, 2009) Biography Milan Nikolić was born on July 2, 1979, in Svetozarevo, Serbia. He is a Serbian accordion player. Milan began playing the accordion when he was seven years old. He finished elementary school in Svilajnac. Later, he attended music school in Pančevo, where he completed both lower and secondary levels. He continued his education at the music academy in Paris, where he graduated. In 2009, Milan Nikolić, together with singer Marko Kon, represented Serbia at the Eurovision Song Contest. For this occasion, he used the name Milaan. They won Serbia’s national selection competition, Beovizija 2009, with their song “Cipela”. At Eurovision in Moscow, they performed in the second semi-final. They placed 10th in their group and did not advance to the final. Milan Nikolić was an early supporter of the Balkan Beat music style in Serbia. His work was featured in international music collections alongside artists like Goran Bregović and Boban Marković. Later, Milan chose to explore a different genre. He formed the Barakuda Band and recorded the song “Poziv na čekanju” (“Call on Hold”) in the pop music style. Milan is still performing with the Barakuda Band. Entries Cipela (& Marko Kon) Country🇷🇸 Serbia Year2009 LanguageSerbian LyricsAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko Kon MusicAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko KonMilan Nikolić BackingsLjubiša DinčićJovan SejnjanovićIgor KneževićKatarina Gromilić Results Semi Points: 60Position: 10Running order: 4 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/uPnI_tpq0R8?si=C7eAfor2SHb5jLnC

Marko Kon

About Quick Facts NameMarko Kon Born20 April 1972 Nationality🇷🇸 Serbian National SelectionBeovizija 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongCipela (& Milaan, 2009) Biography Marko Kon (* April 20, 1972) is a Serbian composer, screenwriter, arranger, producer, and singer. By 2009, Kon had written over 800 pop songs. He also provided background vocals for more than 1,000 recordings. In 2006, he co-wrote the song “Crazy Summer Dance”. The song was performed by Flamingosi and Luis at Beovizija 2006. He also co-produced the song “I Love You Forever” for Montenegro at Eurovision 2008. In 2009, Marko Kon and Milan Nikolić (Milaan) competed in Beovizija, Serbia’s national selection for Eurovision. Their song “Cipela” was chosen as the winner. On May 14, 2009, Kon and Nikolić performed in the second Eurovision semifinal in Moscow. They finished in 10th place. However, they did not qualify for the final. The jury selected another song. In November of the same year, Marko teamed up with Zikinoj Sarenici for the song “Rakija”. Marko Kon kept on working for others. In 2012, a.o. Flamingosi and Sofijaz came out with new work. In 2013 they were joined by Željko & Lubee Game. When Flamingosi split up Ognjen Amidžić, half of the duo, still kept on working with Marko. In 2014, he released the single “Pozitiva”. In 2017, Marko featured in Ognjens song “Prevara” and in 2018 they released “Kisela bombona”, along with Predrag Popović and Gazda Paja. Also in 2014 Marko featured in “Noci u gradu”, a Mirjana Radmilović song. In 2022, Marko Kon wrote two songs for Beovizija, the national final for the Eurovision Song Contest: Vasco didn’t make it to the final with “Znaš li”, Angellina however was 4th with “Origami”. Entries Cipela (& Milaan) Country🇷🇸 Serbia Year2022 LanguageSerbian LyricsAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko Kon MusicAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko KonMilan Nikolić BackingsLjubiša DinčićJovan SejnjanovićIgor KneževićKatarina Gromilić Results Semi Points: 60Position: 10Running order: 4 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/uPnI_tpq0R8?si=C7eAfor2SHb5jLnC

Next Time

About Quick Facts MembersMartin FilipovskiStefan Filipovski Founded2008 Nationality🇲🇰 North Macedonian National SelectionSkopje Fest 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongNešto što ke okane (2009) Biography Next Time is a rock band from Skopje, North Macedonia. The group is made up of twin brothers Martin and Stefan Filipovski. Stefan is the lead singer, and Martin plays guitar and sings backup. Early Years (2008–2012): Starting Out and Eurovision Next Time began in 2008 after signing with Plan B Production. Before this, they performed at children’s festivals as a small garage band. They were discovered by Jovan Jovanov, a composer and songwriter, who helped them release their first song, Ne veruvam vo tebe (I Don’t Believe in You), in May 2008. The song became a big hit in Macedonia, and they also made their first music video for it. The band won several awards in music festivals that year, including “Summer Hit of the Year” and “Best New Artist.” Their song Bez tebe tivko umiram (I’m Slowly Dying Without You) earned them second place at MakFest, a popular Macedonian music festival. In December 2008, they released their first album, Next Time, featuring 13 songs. Two were bonus tracks in other languages: one in English (Why Did You Go) and one Italian song (Caruso). In February 2009, they won the Macedonian Eurovision selection competition with their song Nešto što ke ostane (Something That Will Remain). They performed at Eurovision in Moscow but didn’t advance past the semi-finals. Later that year, they held a concert in Skopje. Second Album (2012–2014): Na krajot na denot The band released their second album, Na krajot na denot (At the End of the Day), in 2012. They made a music video for their song Lice od raj (A Face of Paradise), which featured a modern storyline and was filmed in different locations in Skopje. After this album, the duo took a break from music. In 2018, they returned to the stage for the Edna ljubov (One Love) festival, performing in North Macedonia and Bulgaria. Recent Work (2022–Present): Majka and Tours In 2022, they released their third album, Majka (Mother), which took them eight years to complete. In 2023, they toured Australia for the first time, performing in cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. They continued their Australian tour in 2024, giving concerts in even more cities. Entries Nešto što ke okane Country🇲🇰 North Macedonia Year2009 LanguageMacedonian LyricsElvir Mekić MusicDamjan LazarovJovan Jovanov BackingsGoran MihajlovskiMario StankovićDamjan LazarovJovan Jovanov Results Semi Points: 45Position: 10Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/-vF9wh0eJ-c?si=YKGdij-H4swf9-TB

Blast from the past: Austria 1976

We know a lot about Eurovision and we want to share this knowledge with you! Therefore we’d like to bring you a blast from the past. Today, we go back to 1976, when Waterloo and Robinson represented Austria with the song My Little World. Austria in the Eurovision Song Contest Austria started participating in 1957. Their first victory came in 1966, when Udo Jürgens won with Merci Cherie. It was his third consecutive participation. After that, Austria did not make it to the top-3 again for decades. In 2014 this changed, when Conchita Wurst gained the trophy with her Rise Like a Phoenix. In 2018 there was another top-3 place for Austria: Cesár Sampson even won the jury voting with Nobody But You. With Teya and Salena (Who The Hell Is Edgar?) last year and Kaleen (We Will Rave) this year, Austria reached the final. Almost returning My Little World was, as far as we know, selected internally. But in 2004, Waterloo and Robinson took part in the national selection again. Their song You Can Change the World was 2nd. After the national competition, Waterloo and Robinson, sued the winning group Tie Break. They said that the song Du Bist was too long (over three minutes) and copied the song Für Dich by German singer Yvonne Catterfield. However, the lawsuit was rejected for legal reasons. ORF, the TV broadcaster, said that the small time over the limit wasn’t enough to disqualify the song and promised to shorten it to three minutes for the Eurovision Song Contest. So no return at Eurovision for Waterloo and Robinson. Waterloo and Robinson Waterloo & Robinson is a pop music duo from Austria. The group consists of Hans Kreuzmayr (Waterloo) and Josef Krassnitzer (Robinson). Beginning Hans and Josef met in 1969 when Hans was looking for someone to help design displays for his boutique. Both were already playing in local bands. They decided to make music together. At their early shows, they were called The Edward Brothers. In 1971, they entered a music competition and came in third place with their song Du Kannst Sehen (a song about a blind girl). After that, they had hits with songs like Lili’s Haus, Baby Blue (their first big hit in Europe), and Hollywood, a worldwide hit. In 1974, Baby Blue and Hollywood took turns being number 1 and 2 on the Ö3 chart. Eurovision and Wild Land The duo represented Austria in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1976. They finished in 5th place with their song My Little World. In 1978, they filmed a movie called Wild Land in Kenya, and they also released an album with the same name. Germany Their popularity grew in Germany, but in Austria, their songs didn’t get as much attention. In 1979, they released Do You Remember Marianne, which became a hit in Germany but not in Austria. They appeared on many popular TV shows in Germany but started having disagreements due to their declining success in Austria. This led to their split in 1981. After the split After the split, Waterloo continued his solo career with songs like Im Land das Ewigkeit Heißt and other hits. Robinson also released some solo music and helped produce music for young artists, but he stayed out of the spotlight. Waterloo took part in the Austrian national selections for Eurovision twice as a soloist: in 1983 and in 1990. After about ten years, they tried working together again and performed concerts in 1989 and 1990. They both kept doing solo projects as well. Robinson went on an “Unplugged Tour,” and Waterloo spent time on a Native American reservation in North America. This experience influenced his later music, and he released albums with Native American themes like Tales of the Sun, Moon and Stars, Apaches’ Land, and Indio. While promoting Indio, Waterloo was playing Winnetou at a festival, where he met his current wife, Andrea. Nowadays Their concerts now include both their old hits from the 1970s and newer songs with Native American influences. In 2002, they released a new version of the Opus hit Live Is Life, which became a hit in Austria. In 2004, they placed second in the Austrian selection for the Eurovision Song Contest with their song You Can Change the World. Waterloo released a solo CD in 2005 for his 60th birthday, and a Christmas CD in 2006. Robinson also worked on solo projects during this time. They were still touring together at that point. In 2007, they decided to focus only on their solo work for live shows. In 2015, they reunited for a short time to perform at special events and on TV for the Eurovision Song Contest, which took place in Vienna. My Little World My Little World is a song performed by the Austrian pop duo Waterloo & Robinson. The song was composed by Gerhard Heinz, who is known for his work in film scores and pop music, while the lyrics were written by Peter Orthofer. The track was selected to represent Austria in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1976. At Eurovision, which was held in The Hague, The Netherlands, My Little World was performed as Austria’s entry. The duo delivered a heartfelt and melodic performance that resonated with both the jury and the audience. The song, with its catchy tune and reflective lyrics, stood out during the competition. Ultimately, My Little World scored 80 points in the contest and finished in 5th place, a strong result for Austria. The song was well-received and helped further establish Waterloo & Robinson’s career both in Austria and internationally. Their Eurovision appearance cemented their reputation as one of the country’s leading pop acts during the 1970s.