Next up: Ukraine | Ziferblat – “Bird of Pray”

According to the Eurovision website: “With their sound, the trio have set out to blend the deep musical heritage of each member, along with a rich production and heartfelt lyrics.”

They formed in 2015 and rose to national fame a few years later when they competed on X-Factor Ukraine.

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:46

Spain | Melody – “ESA DIVA”

Here we go with Spain, who are sticking to their usual formula…

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:42

Israel’s Yuval Raphael performs to mixed response at Eurovision 2025 final

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:39

Who is Yuval Raphael? The singer representing Israel at Eurovision 2025

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:33

PICTURES: Laura Thorn performs “La Poupée Monte Le Son”

(BBC)

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Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:29

Estonia next with Tommy Cash’s controversial ‘Espresso Macchiato’

The Italians aren’t so keen on Tommy Cash, as they think his song perpetuates a load of silly cliches about them. Personally, I enjoy it to an extent – especially the choreography, and it’s a bop. But it is definitely a parody.

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:27

Luxembourg | Laura Thorn – “La Poupée Monte Le Son”

This is more like it: some very dramatic staging from the fabulous Laura Thorn, representing Luxembourg with this pop song full of flair.

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:24

Norway’s Kyle Alessandro performs “Lighter”

First up (a tough place as you really have to make an impression) is Norway’s Kyle Alessandro. I’m very ambivalent about this one, and Norway usually send great contestants – the staging is good, but Kyle isn’t the strongest singer and for me the staging doesn’t really line up with the song.

(AP)

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:22

How to vote in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 final

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:17

VIDEO: UK’s Remember Monday rehearses ahead of Eurovision second semi-finals

UK’s Remember Monday rehearses ahead of Eurovision second semi-finals

Roisin O’Connor17 May 2025 20:16