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Nutsa Buzaladze

© EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett About Quick Facts NameNutsa Buzaladze Born28 January 1997 Nationality🇬🇪 Georgian National SelectionInternal selection 2024Evroviizis erovnul konkurss 2017 In Eurovision2024 Malmö SongFirefighter (2024) Biography Nutsa Buzaladze (Georgian: ნუცა ბუზალაძე; born 28 January 1997) is a Georgian singer-songwriter. Born in Tbilisi, Buzaladze embarked on her musical journey at the tender age of 5, joining a children’s performance group. Her early years also saw her taking the lead as vocalist and guitarist in a band, followed by piano lessons from age 8. Her path to a solo career began in 2011 with a participation in Georgia’s Got Talent. Achieving international fame in 2014, she represented Georgia and clinched victory at the New Wave Music Festival in Jūrmala, Latvia. Buzaladze further showcased her talents in various competitions such as The Voice of Turkey, Two Stars Georgia, and Georgian editions of Your Face Sounds Familiar and Dancing with the Stars, collaborating with renowned artists like Turkish singer Hadise. 2017 marked a significant year with her song “White Horses Run,” securing second place in Georgia’s Eurovision selection. Her debut album, Nutsa22, released in 2019, featured a mix of Georgian covers and original English songs, including the hit “Gelodebi.” This success was followed by a well-received single in Russia. Buzaladze’s career continued to flourish with appearances in All Together Now Russia in 2020 and 2021, performances at Expo 2020 in Dubai, and other prestigious venues. She also competed in Kënga Magjike 2021 in Albania, finishing second, and made it to the top 12 in American Idol 2023. As of 12 January 2024, Buzaladze was selected to represent Georgia at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmö, Sweden. She managed to break the spell of not reaching the final for Georgia: she performed at the Grand Final on May 11. Having spent time in Los Angeles to hone her musical skills, she has since made Dubai her permanent home. Entries Firefighter Country🇬🇪 Georgia Year2024 LanguageEnglish LyricsAda SatkaDarko Dimitrov MusicAda SatkaDarko Dimitrov BackingsAndrea MariciDaniele NocchiDante Jonathan GerloNicolas de Souza Results Semi Points: 54Position: 8Running order: 11 Results Finals Points: 34Position: 21Running order: 24 https://youtu.be/He4PGhm7jOw?si=gNJBvzkY6D_NEc07

🇱🇹 Lithuania decided for tonight!

Lithuania has decided for tonight. After an exciting voting, two songs for the final (in bold letters) have been chosen. These are the full results: Silvester Belt sings “Luktelk”, 22 VB Gang sings “Kaboom!!”, 22 Luka sings “Move on”, 15 Clockwork Creep sings “Empty”, 14 Marius Petrauskas sings “Kol laiko yra”, 13 Antoine Wend sings “Say no more”, 10 Aistay sings “You”, 8 Živilė Gedvilaitė sings “Save me”, 6

🇳🇴 Three songs in Norway chosen

Three songs are chosen in Norway. Gothminister, Ingrid Jasmin and Margaret Berger will perform in the final in Trondheim on 3 February. Both the returning artists (Gothminister ánd Margaret) are through! Mathilde SPZ feat. Chris Archer and Slam Dunk sing “Woman show” Fredrik Halland sings “Stranded” Myra sings “Heart on fire” Gothminister sings “We come alive” Ingrid Jasmin sings “Eya” Margaret Berger sings “Oblivion”

🇲🇩 Moldova made a decision

Moldova has chosen 11 songs from today’s audition round. In the final, on 17 February, the next 11 songs will participate: Cătălina Solomac sings “Fever” Iulia Teleucă sings “Runaway” Natalia Barbu sings “In the middle” Nicoleta Sava sings “Brava” OL sings “No time no space” Reghina Alexandrina sings “Contrasens” Sasha Letty sings “DNA” Valeria Pasha sings “Anti-princess” Victor Gulick sings “Fever” Viola Julea sings “Light up!” Y-Limit sings “Revolution”

🇱🇹 Lithuania: first episode of Eurovizija LT

Tonight is the night: the first episode of the Lithuanian preselection Eurovizija LT will be held. The show will exist of 5 semifinals, each with 8 songs. Two songs will head to the final. The show will start at 20.00 CET and you can watch it here or at the LRT app. These are the 8 competing songs of tonight: Živilė Gedvilaitė sings “Save me” Antoine Wend sings “Say no more” Marius Petrauskas sings “Kol laiko yra” Silvester Belt sings “Luktelk” Aistay sings “You” VB Gang sings “Kaboom!!” Luka sings “Move on” Clockwork Creep sings “Empty” Živilė Gedvilaitė took part in 2018 and reached the wildcard round. In 2019 he was in the semifinals, in 2022 in the quarter finals.Marius Petrauskas participated in the heats in 2017 and 2018.Aistay took part in the 2020 heats.VB Gang (Vidas Bareikis) took part in the heats in 2017 and reached the wildcard round in 2018.Clockwork Creep reached the quarter finals in 2022.

🇳🇴 Norway: Melodi Grand Prix starts

The Norwegian national final Melodi Grand Prix starts today. We will be able to watch three heats with 6 songs each. Half of the songs will go through to the final. The show starts at 19.50 CET and you can watch it here. These are the six entries of tonight: Mathilde SPZ feat. Chris Archer and Slam Dunk sing “Woman show” Fredrik Halland sings “Stranded” Myra sings “Heart on fire” Gothminister sings “We come alive” Ingrid Jasmin sings “Eya” Margaret Berger sings “Oblivion” Gothminister took part in the 2013 semifinal.Margaret Berger represented Norway in the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest. Margaret Berger sings “I feed you my love” in 2013.

🇲🇩 MOLDOVA: audition round!

Today, the audition round in Moldova will be held. 30 songs will take part in Etapa Națională, the national selection of Moldova. 10 of them will be selected for the final. The show starts at 15.00 CET and you can watch it here, here or on YouTube. These are the 30 titles: Anna G sings “Ay Ay Ay” Anna Gulko sings “Perfect place” Cătălina Solomac sings “Fever” Denis Midone sings “Back to me” DPSTP sings “Rise up” Formația Vele sings “Carnaval” Iulia Teleucă sings “Runaway” Laura sings “Spune-mi” Maria Colac sings “Break free” Max Cara sings “Broke the chain” Natalia Barbu sings “In the middle” Nicoleta Sava sings “Brava” Nino sings “Up again” OL sings “No time no space” Oleg Spînu sings “Jungle” Oliv Sky sings “Another universe” Oliv Sky sings “Loud and clear” Poli sings “Lui” Reghina Alexandrina sings “Contrasens” Sasha Bognibov sings “Married to twins” Sasha Letty sings “DNA” Tudor Bumbac sings “Tudorel” Valeria Pasha sings “Anti-princess” Valleria sings “Rule (Rai di ri di)” Valleria sings “Run” Victor Gulic sings “Fever” Victor Lozinsky sings “Dirty wind/Joker and Harley move” Viola Julea sings “Light up!” Y-Limit sings “Revolution” Y-Limit sings “what’s the fun” Anna Gulko participated in 2010 (internet round), 2012 (14th), 2013 (13th), 2014 (semifinal) and 2016 (semifinal)Denis Midone took part in 2020 (14th) and 2022.Formaţia Vele auditioned last year.Natalia Barbu represented Moldova in the 2007 Eurovision Song Contest. In 2011 she became 2nd in the national final.Nicoleta Sava became 7th in 2018.Nino reached a 7th place in 2022.OL was 6th last year.Sasha Bognibov auditioned in 2007, took part in the 2010 internet round, took part in 2022 and auditioned in 2023.Sasha Letty was 14th in 2020.Tudor Bumbac auditioned in 2020 and in 2022.Valleria auditioned last year.Victor Gulic was 9th last year.Viola Julea took part in 2022.Y-Limit auditioned in 2022 and 2023. Natalia Barbu sang “Fight” in ESC 2007.

🇬🇪 Nutsa Buzaladze represents Georgia

Former American Idol participant Nutsa Buzaladze will represent Georgia. That is what Georgian public broadcaster 1TV announced today. Nutsa Buzaladze is a Georgian singer and performer, renowned for her exceptional vocal talent and dynamic stage presence. Born in the scenic city of Batumi, Georgia, Nutsa’s love for music was evident from a young age. Growing up in a family with a strong musical background, she was encouraged to pursue her passion, which laid the foundation for her future success. Nutsa’s journey to stardom accelerated when she won the New Wave competition in 2014 in Jurmala, Latvia. This significant achievement highlighted her remarkable vocal range and expressive performance style, bringing her widespread acclaim. Her performances, featuring a mix of heartfelt ballads and energetic tunes, captivated both the judges and the audience, marking her as a versatile and compelling artist. In addition to her success in New Wave, Nutsa gained international recognition through her participation in American Idol. She participated in this contest in 2023 and ended up in the top-12 of the show. Beyond these competitions, Nutsa has released a variety of singles and music videos. Her work often intertwines her Georgian roots with contemporary influences, offering a fresh and engaging sound to her listeners. Nutsa’s music career is also marked by her philanthropic endeavors. She actively participates in charity events and initiatives, using her influence to support various causes. The song Nutsa will present in the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest will be revealed in the upcoming weeks. Nutsa Buzaladze with Kylie Minogue during American Idol.

🇲🇩 🇳🇴 🇱🇹 🇮🇱 Update on several countries

Yesterday was the last quiet Saturday in the Eurovision universe. We have some upcoming events however: Moldova 31 songs will enter the annual audition round. 32 songs were planned, but Aliona Moon, who was selected, withdrew. We still have Natalia Barbu, the 2007 contestant, who will attempt to represent the country again. And….. Pasha Parfeny (2012 and 2023) wrote a song for Valeria Pasha. Norway Melodi Grand Prix, the Norwegian selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, starts next Saturday too. Last week, it was announced that KEiiNO and Margaret Berger will return. As 50% of the duo Mistra, we will also see Benedicte Adrian. Who!? Well, she was also 50% of Dollie Deluxe (1984). Lithuania Also Lithuania starts with their national selection. The name Pabandom iš naujo! is gone, the contest will now take place under the name Eurovizija LT. Not new is the name of one of the favourites: Monika. Could it be Monika Marija this time? A familiar name among the contestants however is…. The Roop!!! Will Lithuania colour yellow again? Israel The time of the auditions is over. The jury made a shortlist of 14 contestants. Devided over 2 shows, they performed again. This time, only the artist who was placed last is out of the competition. 3 January Mika Moshe, 96% Or Cohen, 94% Jonathan Bitton, 65% Moria Angel, 50% Dor Shimon, 60% Gal Kafri, 41% – eliminated Eden Golan, 85% 7 January Lian Biran, 93% Ido Bartal, 67% Shai Tamino, 84% Yehuda Saado, 50% – eliminated Orel David, 95% Mika Kertis, 72% Arik Sinai, 91% Arik Sinai also participated in the national final in 1985, and became 4th.

🇦🇱 🇮🇱 🇨🇭 Update on what happens in and around Europe

Albania has chosen, Israel continues and Switzerland teases. That is what happens in Europe on the field of Eurovision. Albania Albania has chosen. Not Mal Retkonceri, who won Festivali i Këngës goes to Eurovision. The favourite of the televote, Besa Kokëdhima, will do so. It is not known whether her song “Zemrën n’dorë” will be in Eurovision in the way it was presented last week. We will keep you updated. Note that you can find her biography, and all the others of the chosen artists so far, can be found on our website. Israel Israel continues to have auditions. Still, when a candidate gets 70% of the votes (50% of the audience, 50% of an expert jury) they are through to the next round. 17 december Noah Aharon, 94%Zohar Zacharov, 81%Or Giny, 55%Libi Natfali, 82% 18 december Mika Kertis, 87%Israel Levi, 70%Frida Uziel, 57%Eitan Jomo, 90%Romi Netz, 78% Note that Frida Uziel also took part in 2019. She was rejected, but saved by the hosts. This time, a saviour by the hosts is not possible. Frida didn’t make it to the next round 20 december Or Cohen, 83%Gal Kafri, 86%Shoval Mualem, 62%Tahel Perry, 79%Tamar Ben-Zvi, 77% Switzerland Swiss TV announced that they will not be represented by a man with a ballad. Still, everything is possible. A man, with an uptempo song? A woman, with a ballad? Or a woman, but uptempo? Or a group? We don’t know yet, but thanks for the teaser Switzerland!