Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast

Let's react to Shkodra Elektronike's live performance of "Zjerm" during the Festivali i Këngës 63 final in Albania. The electro pop duo will sing for Albania at Eurovision 2025. Unfortunately, RTSH blocked the performance video, so I can only show photographs. I discuss how they are 100% true to Albanian culture and their roots — and how the authenticity and lack of artifice make them stand out.

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Festivali i Këngës 63 Artistic Director, Elhaida Dani — the Albanian singer, actress, and composer who has taken #FIK63 to the next level! Elhaida shares her insights into selecting the 30 acts and songs for the competition, introducing game-changing diaspora voting, and her ongoing mission to showcase Albanian talent globally. A Eurovision fan favorite, Elhaida placed 17th at Eurovision 2015 with her iconic song "I'm Alive." She also made history as the winner of X Factor Italia. Could we see her on the Eurovision stage again? Elhaida opens up about her dreams of returning to Eurovision and her commitment to continually improving Festivali i Këngës.

Electropop duo Shkodra Elektronike — Kolë Laca and Beatriçe Gjergji — lit up the stage with their fiery song "Zjerm" during Semi-Final 1 of Festivali i Këngës 63 (#FEST63). In this interview with Wiwibloggs, they share their unique perspective on competing in FiK. Kolë reveals he isn’t familiar with Eurovision or other national song contests, while Beatriçe says she’s already thrilled just to be part of this iconic Albanian festival. The duo also dive into the importance of showcasing their Shkodër, North Albanian dialect and culture through their music.

Our Simon met up with the two-time Eurovision winner Loreen to talk about how everything has been since winning in Liverpool, her upcoming tour and if she is going to try and emulate Johnny Logan's feat and win Eurovision as a songwriter as well. The interview took place at Het Grote Songfestivalfeest in Amsterdam. Featuring: Simon: http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk

The Eurovision 2024 public vote winner Baby Lasagna looks back at his experience in Malmö, how life has changed for the Croatian sensation and if getting married to his now wife was more scary than standing on stage at Eurovision in front of 180 million people! The interview took place at Het Grote Songfestivalfeest in Amsterdam. Featuring: Simon: http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk

🎤 In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Adam Pavlovčin, known as ADONXS, the rising star representing Czechia at Eurovision 2025. The first queer winner of SuperStar Czech-Slovakia, Adam opens up about his "uncompromising, cheeky, and cinematic" Eurovision song — perfect for dancing and impossible to put in a box. 🌍 Adam also shares the inspiring journey that took him from studying music in London (while juggling five jobs!) to becoming a symbol of inclusivity and equal rights in the music industry back home. 💡 From Eurovision dreams to breaking barriers, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Hit play to learn more about ADONXS and his bold vision for music and representation. ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive Eurovision content. Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams

Elvana Gjata stuns us yet again at Festivali i Këngës 63 with her fiery entry "Karnaval"! 🎭✨ Could this be the song to bring Albania to the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final? 🎤 In this reaction, we break down her full-length studio cut, compare it to her unforgettable "Me Tana", and highlight her historic achievement as the first Albanian artist to perform in a sold-out domestic stadium. We also discuss: 👉 How Karnaval might resonate with Eurovision audiences and juries 👉 The Albanian jury's potential reaction to her bold choice of Spanish lyrics 👉 Whether the new 50/50 jury-televote rule hurts her chances of winning FiK 63 👉 Her potential to secure to qualify from the semi-finals and secure Albania’s place in the Grand Final at Eurovision

Mello 2025 singer Greczula (real name Kristofer Greczula) says that the planet Saturn features in his song Believe Me — and may appear in his staging. He co-wrote the song with Amanda Nordelius and John Russel. Greczula is in Heat 3 in Västerås on 15 February.

The current lineup of Dolly Style — the Japanese-styled Swedish girl group — tell our Tobias that even if their members change, the group remains the same. In our English-language interview, they discuss their song "YIHAA!" and competing in Heat 3 in Västerås on 15 February.

Swedish singer Angelino tells us about his Mello 2025 song “Teardrops.” He says it's big on emotion and comes with incredible production. It was written by a Melfest all-star team that includes Jimmy ”Joker” Thörnfeldt, Joy Deb, Linnea Deb, Tusse Chiza

In our English-language interview, NeonoeN — Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 act — tell us about the message behind their song "Clickbait." In short, it's about how technology controls us rather than us controlling it. Along with that comes problematic issues like trolling and social media addiction. Three of the band members — — tell us about their potential revamp, how they might incorporate English alongside the Montenegrin lyrics, and the struggles of being a rock 'n roll musician in a small country. We discuss.... 00:39 Meet the NeonoeN band members 02:16 How do you pronounce NeonoeN? 04:05 The band were surprised to win Montesong 2024 06:18 What is the meaning of the song "Clickbait"? 09:29 NeonoeN react to the negative comments 11:24 NeonoeN hope to fix camera angles for Basel 13:43 The band explain their staging — a "symbolic picture of the average man" dealing with technology 19:09 Deban asks, "Is "Clickbait" clickbait itself?" 21:02 Will NeonoeN revamp "Clickbait"? 22:17 Will they sing in Montenegrin or English or both in Basel? 23:07 Why has the group changed members so frequently? 25:28 The difficulties of working as a musician in Montenegro 27:25 What are the band members' second jobs? 29:00 Listen to their songs "Dječak sa vjetrom u kosi" and "Dok ne udahnem te" (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ViG8N83ZcnoTikTyPHeOe) 31:00 Will NeonoeN sing at the London Eurovision Party 2025? 33:00 What do they want their new fans to know about them? Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams

Former Melodifestivalen presenter and Idol singer Linnea Henriksson will compete in Heat 1 of Mello 2025 in Luleå on 1 February. Her song “Den känslan” translates in English as "That feeling." She co-wrote her song with David Lindgren Zacharias and Sebastian Atas.

Melodifestivalen 2025 marks Malou Prytz' return to the music scene after stepping away to study law. She says that her Mello entry "24K Gold" is "a powerful song" that will feature a lot of gold and glitter on stage. She says it's uptempo pop — and much more mature than her earlier entries.

William and Deban react to all 20 song snippets in Supernova 2025 — Latvia's national selection for Eurovision. They discuss... 01:55 Adelina - "Electric Love" 02:50 Chris Noah - "Romance Isn't Dead" 05:14 Citi Zeni - "Ramtai" 06:55 Emilja - "Heartbeat" 08:30 Greta - "Monster" 10:15 Julianna - "Something in the Water" 11:38 Justs - "Fit Right" 12:49 Theo Ludwig - "Ligo" 14:18 Toms Kalderauskis - "Domaju, Tu Nac" 15:20 Katrina Gupalo - "Scarlett Challenger" 16:47 Kobra - "Zelts" 17:55 Bel Tempo X Legzdina - "The Water" 18:50 Luka - "Stronger" 19:48 Markus Riva - "Bigger Than This" 22:10 Marta - "Lovable" 23:05 Palu - "Delusional" 24:02 Ruta Duduma - "Chemical" 24:58 Sinergija - "Bound By the Light" 27:11 Tautumeitas - "Bur Man Laimi" 28:05 Tepat - "Sadzejot" Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban: http://instagram.com/deban_deban  

Klara Hammarström will sing “On and On and On” in Heat 2 of Melodifestivalen 2025 in Gothenburg on February 8. She says she co-wrote the song — alongside songwriters Cazzi Opeia, Thomas G:son and others — with the intention of winning Sweden's Eurovision selection. She says the "running lady" emoji gives her strength and speed...feelings that her pop banger will convey.

Our first reaction to the song "Clickbait" from NeonoeN — winners of Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 selection Montesong 2024.

Swedish metal rock band Scarlet are back at Melodifestivalen 2025 with the song “Sweet ‘N Psycho.” In our English-language interview, they say the song will give you the power to make a change.

Måns Zelmerlöw won Eurovision with "Heroes." But he says his Melodifestivalen 2025 song "Revolution" is even better. His three-year-old son loves the anthemic banger. You can hear the song during Heat 4 of Mello 2025 in Malmö on 22 February.

Our reaction to the 16 finalists in Montesong 2024 — Montenegro's Eurovision 2025 national selection. We listen and react to these songs.... 01:35 ANASTASIJA KOPROLČEC - Kraj 05:14 BARYAK - Dva Srca 07:21 BEND "9" - Stop War 08:44 DOLCE HERA - Repeat 10:11 ĐURĐA - To Ljubav Je 14:29 GLUMCI BEND - San 16:04 ISAK ŠABANOVIĆ - Ljeto, Ljeto, Ljeto 18:17 KEJT - Obala Raja 21:30 LUKA RADOVIĆ - Kada Dođe Maj 24:26 MILENA VUČIĆ - Škorpija 26:33 NEMANJA PETROVIĆ - Među Zvijezdama 29:10 NEONOEN- Clickbait 32:23 NINA ŽIŽIĆ - Dobro Došli 38:47 TAMARA ŽIVKOVIĆ - Poguban Let 42:54 TINA DŽANKIĆ - Nova 44:25 VERICA ČULJKOVIĆ - Čuješ Li  

Theo Evan will sing for Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. Our William reacts to the internal selection of Theo Evan — a graduate of Berklee College of Music — whose singles include The Wall, Dark Side, and Save me from Myself. Theo Evans will release his Eurovision 2025 song at a later date. But for now we can react to his back catalogue, which we are loving. THEO EVAN | CYPRUS EUROVISION 2025 SINGER 00:24 Who is Theo Evan? 02:16 Theo Evan's debut single "The Wall" 04:35 The Wall lyrics 05:05 "Save Me From Myself" choreography video 06:30 "Dark Side" lyrics Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams