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The first Super Saturday of 2025!
The Eurovision 2025 season is well and truly underway. In this episode, we’re still recovering from our first Super Saturday of the season. Since we last spoke, Greece, Slovenia, Belgium, and Spain all chose their entries for Basel. We’ll be breaking down each of the four new songs and their national finals. Plus, we talk all things tickets as the official Eurovision tickets went live - has one of us caved and purchased a ticket? Of course, we’ll take a brief look ahead to Eurosong 2025 week. Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.
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Albania, Montenegro, & Luxembourg + 2025 Semi-Final allocation draw!
As we take a break from our Eurosong 2025 coverage, we're catching up on what's been going on elsewhere in the Eurovision world. In this episode, we're diving into the first three entries revealed for the upcoming 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. These entries come from Albania, Montenegro, and Luxembourg. We’ll break down the entries, the artists, and the buzz surrounding their national selection processes. But that’s not all—this week saw the much-anticipated semi-final allocation draw in Basel, and we’ve got all the reactions and analysis for you, including what it means for Ireland. We’ll discuss the potential advantages and challenges facing each semi-final, plus our early thoughts on who could shine or struggle based on their new positions. Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.
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The Journey to Eurosong 2025: NIYL
The Journey to Eurosong 2025 continues! This year, six incredible artists will compete for the chance to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. In this exciting mini-series, Conor, Lou, and Alex will dive deep into the songs vying for your vote and chat with the stars themselves ahead of the live show on The Late Late Show on February 7th. In today's episode, we're joined by the final artist competing in the contest, NIYL! He is a Limerick-born artist whose distinctive sound blends emotionally charged vocals with a cinematic electronic style, creating powerful and original works. Influenced by artists such as London Grammar, Woodkid, and Yebba, NIYL aspires to carve out a fresh, innovative sound within the Irish music scene. Drawing from his upbringing in the west of Ireland and the rugged beauty of its coastal landscapes, NIYL channels his emotions into his songwriting as a form of catharsis, crafting lyrics that resonate deeply. Passionate about representing the queer experience, NIYL’s music sheds light on the joys and challenges of being “queer in the county.” As a queer Irish artist, he is dedicated to amplifying queer culture in the Irish music industry. NIYL is currently releasing his debut album, 'Parish Is Burning', with tracks rolling out throughout 2025. Having already released three singles, he has garnered national recognition from outlets such as RTE 2FM, Today FM, Hotpress, Extra.ie, The Irish Independent, and the Irish Examiner. As a solo artist, NIYL has performed as lead vocalist with the National Geographic Concert Orchestra for their award-winning 'Symphony for Our World' and headlined at Irish festivals including Doolin Folk Fest, Live on Air, and Go Tobann. Internationally, in 2018, NIYL joined Tony Award-winning performer Cynthia Erivo for a week-long residency at St. James’s Theatre, London, performing the works of composer Scott Alan. As a backing vocalist, he has worked with renowned artists such as Rufus Wainwright and Dermot Kennedy. He'll be singing his song, 'Growth' on Eurosong 2025. Check out our social media for behind-the-scenes content, photos, and games! Let us know your thoughts on this episode and who you’re rooting for in the comments below.
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The Journey to Eurosong 2025: EMMY
The Journey to Eurosong 2025 continues! This year, six incredible artists will compete for the chance to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. In this exciting mini-series, Conor, Lou, and Alex will dive deep into the songs vying for your vote and chat with the stars themselves ahead of the live show on The Late Late Show on February 7th. In today's episode, we're joined by EMMY! She is a 24-year-old singer-songwriter from Norway. Growing up in a musically inclined family, she has been singing for as long as she can remember. At just seven years old, she began crafting her own songs, often collaborating with her brother, who is also a singer-songwriter. Her musical journey took off in 2015 when, at the age of 15, she competed in Melodi Grand Prix Junior, one of Norway's premier music competitions for children. In 2021, six years later, she made her mark on the national stage by participating in Melodi Grand Prix, Norway's Eurovision Song Contest selection. Her performance of the song 'Witch Woods' gained significant attention. Today, Emmy is widely recognized for her presence on TikTok, where her captivating performances have earned her a following of 1.2 million fans from across the globe. She has also collaborated with prominent music producers like K-391 and Braaheim. In 2024, her passion for songwriting took her to Los Angeles, Latvia, and France, where she participated in various creative sessions. Beyond music, Emmy is a talented freelance graphic designer, showcasing her artistic versatility. She'll be singing her song, 'Laika Party' on Eurosong 2025. Check out our social media for behind-the-scenes content, photos, and games! Let us know your thoughts on this episode and who you’re rooting for in the comments below.
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The Journey to Eurosong 2025: Samantha Mumba
The Journey to Eurosong 2025 continues! This year, six incredible artists will compete for the chance to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. In this exciting mini-series, Conor, Lou, and Alex will dive deep into the songs vying for your vote and chat with the stars themselves ahead of the live show on The Late Late Show on February 7th. In today's episode, we're joined by Irish music icon, Samantha Mumba! Samantha is an acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter, dancer, and actress who skyrocketed to international fame at just 17 years old with her debut single, 'Gotta Tell You'. The track became a global sensation, reaching the top five charts in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, where it climbed to No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. Her self-titled debut album sold over 4 million copies worldwide, cementing her as a major force in the music industry. Demonstrating her creative versatility, Mumba seamlessly transitioned into acting, earning praise for her roles in an array of notable films. She starred alongside Guy Pearce in the sci-fi epic 'The Time Machine', charmed audiences in the Irish romantic comedy 'Spin the Bottle', delivered a gripping performance in the horror thriller *Shifter*, and shared the screen with Eriq La Salle in 'Johnny Was'. In 2024, Samantha continues to captivate audiences with her recurring role as Paula Kenny in the fourth season of the critically acclaimed BBC/Acorn TV series 'Harry Wild', acting alongside Jane Seymour and Rohan Nedd. Additionally, she showcases her voice-acting talents as Jules in Queen Latifah’s Audible series, 'Technically Speaking'. With a career defined by versatility, artistic excellence, and lasting impact, Samantha Mumba remains a trailblazer whose influence spans genres and mediums, leaving a profound legacy in the entertainment world and beyond. She'll be singing her song, 'My Way' on Eurosong 2025. Check out our social media for behind-the-scenes content, photos, and games! Let us know your thoughts on this episode and who you’re rooting for in the comments below.
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