Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast

Marko Bošnjak on "Poison Cake" and Dora 2025 (Croatia Eurovision selection)

We met Dora 2025 star Marko Bošnjak in Zagreb and chatted about his entry, Eurovision and more! What do you think about "Poison Cake"?

Shkodra Elektronike wins Festivali i Këngës 63 with Zjerm (REACTION)

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. 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.

Featuring:

William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadam

Shkodra Elektronike - Zjerm Reaction | Festivali i Këngës 63 WINNER (Albania Eurovision 2025)

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.

Elhaida Dani on Festivali i Këngës 63 and Eurovision return for Albania

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.

Shkodra Elektronike on Zjerm at Festivali i Këngës 63 | Semi-Final 1 Interview

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.

Does Loreen want to win Eurovision a third time like Johnny Logan?

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

Baby Lasagna on life after becoming Eurovision runner-up

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

ADONXS: Czech Eurovision 2025 singer Adam Pavlovčin on his cheeky song and queer identity

🎤 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.

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Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams

Elvana Gjata - Karnaval Reaction | Festivali i Këngës 63 in Albania

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

Greczula says "Believe Me" is an inspiring party song for Melodifestivalen

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.