Usually, the wait is normally a bit longer, but for once, the EBU has decided to end all the speculations rather faster than normal, today we were finally presented the running order for both semi-finals, and with that, we now know where each semi-finalist will perform in their respective semi-final. Running Order 2023! Since 2013, the running order has been …
On December 8th Slovenia’s broadcaster RTVSLO made the announcement that Joker Out has been internally selected to represent them at Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool, and their song “Carpe Diem” was released on February 4th. Shortly after the song release, we had the opportunity to sit down with the band to discuss the group’s origin story, their decision to do Eurovision, …
Tonight, three more songs join the Eurovision 2023 lineup in Liverpool. And while Spain and Norway have fans on the edge of their seats with highly competitive national selections, changing the channel (a.k.a., the tabs on our computers) to watch RTV’s Eurovision special Misija Liverpool is a breath of fresh air — Slovenia’s broadcaster already internally selected the band Joker …
Well everyone, national final season is well and truly upon us! As the cold winter nights begin to turn a little lighter but the weather stays cold, it’s time to turn to our annual winter warming selection shows across Europe. Tonight, three more songs join the Eurovision party in Liverpool, a final line-up is decided and Melodifestivalen is finally back! …
It’s an exciting day to be a “Dead Poets Society” fan and a Eurovision fan. RTV Slovenija revealed today that the title of ESC representatives Joker Out’s song will be “Carpe Diem.” Don’t be fooled by the Latin title. The band has previously confirmed that the lyrics of “Carpe Diem” will be in Slovenian, and Joker Out intends to remain …
First night of the Music Awards Ceremony in Belgrade, Serbia, brought on a fantastic show and gathered up the Balkan stars all in one place. Štark Arena (previously Belgrade Arena, where Eurovision 2008 also took place) hosted the grandiose event with an explosion of energy, music, and performances up to par. The program lasted a little over 3 hours and …
We’re less than two weeks away from another Eurovision 2023 song release, and this time, it comes from our “shagadelic” rock ‘n’ roll friends from Slovenia. Slovenian indie rockers Joker Out shared via their Instagram story that they’ve finished filming the music video for their Eurovision song. The song will be released on Feb. 4. The band confirmed that the …
Are you ready to rock out? In case you had any fears that we wouldn’t see a rock entry at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, Slovenia has come to save the day. Foregoing its usual national selection show, EMA, Broadcaster RTV Slovenijahas opted for an internal decision and announced their chosen artist: Joker Out, a five-piece rock band that describes …
The list has finally dropped, and thankfully it did. With recent news about the withdrawal of Bulgaria, Montenegro and North Macedonia, there were fears of possibly more withdrawals to come, but those speculations are now over, as the EBU has finally confirmed that 37 countries will participate in the upcoming contest. 37 countries it is! In the end, it is …
It has been revealed by Eurovision 2007 representative Alenka Gotar that Slovenia considered withdrawing from Eurovision 2023 earlier this year. Gotar, who is now a member of the Program Council of RTVSLO, posted this statement on social media: “Great news! In the spring, RTV’s management and consultants were thinking about not participating in Eurovision anymore! I am glad that this time …
