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Lithuania LITHUANIA 2024 - Silvester Belt - Luktelk
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rasmuslights
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2021 wasn't a strong year imo. We had Belgium, France, Italy, Bulgaria, Russia, Ukraine and Switzerland + a few decent girl bops that's it like the originality level was really low not to mention really bad songs like Estonia, Moldova, Austria, Latvia, Macedonia, Poland, Slovenia, Norway. And a bunch of mid and unoriginal songs such as the UK, Spain, Georgia, Albania, San Marino, Azerbaijan...
Like what is so good about that year, I really don't get it.
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As said, I find around 8 songs from 2021 strong, all others are either very mid or bad.
Well, I just compared what each country sent in 2021 and what they're sending this year and the result was 8 vs. 19 (and others were tied), so it's clear which year is stronger to me.
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ESC 2021 is overrated due to the many girl bop proposals, and we know eurofans love them. In fact, they all flopped. I think all the NQs of that year, the three flop Big 5 and Netherlands (around half the entries) are no more than a 2
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Stay didn't really do that well with the televote though (when you factor in the lithuanian diaspora)? Sentimentai had a much better televote score.
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Is it because Jesus is in you now? Eurofans in Spanish bathhouses have experienced the same thing don't worry
I'm really surprised to see this doing so well in the speculations now. I guess it's because the song feels fresh and does what it does strongly, it has an element of Hardbass which is big in many parts of Europe and hasn't really been done in the ESC before.
I just don't get the staging, the singer seems shy and reclusive and is overshadowed by the other things on stage. With the same staging, i don't know how it might do but with a better staging, it could be very competitive for a top 5 placement.
I just don't get the staging, the singer seems shy and reclusive and is overshadowed by the other things on stage. With the same staging, i don't know how it might do but with a better staging, it could be very competitive for a top 5 placement.
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Now that all the songs are out, I realize I have been too harsh on the song initially.
I do actually love Troye Sivan (his debut album is lush) and his voice actually reminded me of Troye's.
Upgrading this song to a
, currently my no. 10 in this year's contest.
I do actually love Troye Sivan (his debut album is lush) and his voice actually reminded me of Troye's.
Upgrading this song to a
, currently my no. 10 in this year's contest.
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Someone here who knows if there is a music video for"Luktelk" coming or if EBU plan to use the winning performance from the NF when he is all happy and excited as their "official video"? Doesn't seem fair to show that to people who haven't seen the songs yet (which I plan to do very soon). It is the only entry that doesn't have "Official Video" stamped in their title yet, so that is why I am wondering.
Wynnter
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Weird that they keep using the winning performances... They did it with Sentimentai as well.
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Today it was turn at the ESC kompakt songchecks 2024.
esc-kompakt.de
The verdict of the bloggers:
Benny - I jumped relatively late on the on the hype train, but "Luktelk" is a very modern song that is performed on a high class level by Silvester, both vocally and performance-wise. The lyrics are profound and you can hear the slight melancholy even if you don´t understand any Lithuanian. The song is a catchy tune as well.
Berenike - Lithuania proves that modern is also possible in the national language. "Luktelk" is a phantastic electronic song. I like the melody, the driving beat and the harmonic sound effects - and the sound of the Lithuanian language. Even after countless listenings the song remains fascinating to me.
Douze Points - You don´t understand a word for three minutes but still have a lot of joy with the song and performance. A very modern pop song with an exciting vibe and strong voice. Somehow I´m missing that last bit though.
Flo - "Luktelk" would probably one contender for being a "dark horse" this year. What a sophisticated, cool and modern track. How nonchalant the performance of Silvestras Beltė comes across is very convincing. And to deliver such a memorable song in the national language deserves a successful coutcome in Malmö.
Manu - Even though "Luktelk" stays basically on the same level vocally in the verse and chorus this electropop song isn´t boring for a single second. A driving beat that always puts in some little pauses and even bulits up for a short instrumental part offers the perfect ground for the calm, almost mystical chant by Silvester Belt. This could be a reasonable success after the ESC.
Max - Who would´ve thought that Lithuania would deliver such a dark club banger?? I admit that I don´t celebrate "Luktelk" as much as the ESC fandom may do it now. However, I don´t know when Lithuania was this high in my ranking and where I didn´t skip its entry in my playlist. Thing´s are happening.
Peter - I love 2024 and Silvester is a big reason why. This is a fantastic entry with a chance of winning. This is also suggested by the great acceptance of the Melfest Wknd video on ESC's YouTube channel. In addition to the exciting, sophisticated song structure, what stands out here is the haunting combination of a sophisticated, reflective text with the rhythm changes towards the driving beat in the last third of the song.
Rick - Lithuania continues to prove that there are many hidden treasures in this country just waiting to get their chance on stage. With a convincing concept, they even prevailed against big names in the preliminary round: Silvester's casual style, the absolutely great beat of the song and the overall production are simply a perfect combination for the ESC. Additionally it´s sung in the local language. This is a song that truly reflects a nation's current music market. It totally gets me!
turn at the ESC kompakt songchecks 2024.
ESC-Songcheck kompakt 2024 (4) – Litauen: „Luktelk“ von Silvester Belt - ESC kompakt
Er ging als Gewinner aus dem sechswöchigen litauischen Vorentscheid „Eurovizija.LT 2024“ hervor: Silvester Belt (Aufmacherbild). Sein Song „Luktelk“ konnte nicht nur im dortigen Vorents…
The verdict of the bloggers:
Benny - I jumped relatively late on the on the hype train, but "Luktelk" is a very modern song that is performed on a high class level by Silvester, both vocally and performance-wise. The lyrics are profound and you can hear the slight melancholy even if you don´t understand any Lithuanian. The song is a catchy tune as well.
Berenike - Lithuania proves that modern is also possible in the national language. "Luktelk" is a phantastic electronic song. I like the melody, the driving beat and the harmonic sound effects - and the sound of the Lithuanian language. Even after countless listenings the song remains fascinating to me.
Douze Points - You don´t understand a word for three minutes but still have a lot of joy with the song and performance. A very modern pop song with an exciting vibe and strong voice. Somehow I´m missing that last bit though.
Flo - "Luktelk" would probably one contender for being a "dark horse" this year. What a sophisticated, cool and modern track. How nonchalant the performance of Silvestras Beltė comes across is very convincing. And to deliver such a memorable song in the national language deserves a successful coutcome in Malmö.
Manu - Even though "Luktelk" stays basically on the same level vocally in the verse and chorus this electropop song isn´t boring for a single second. A driving beat that always puts in some little pauses and even bulits up for a short instrumental part offers the perfect ground for the calm, almost mystical chant by Silvester Belt. This could be a reasonable success after the ESC.
Max - Who would´ve thought that Lithuania would deliver such a dark club banger?? I admit that I don´t celebrate "Luktelk" as much as the ESC fandom may do it now. However, I don´t know when Lithuania was this high in my ranking and where I didn´t skip its entry in my playlist. Thing´s are happening.
Peter - I love 2024 and Silvester is a big reason why. This is a fantastic entry with a chance of winning. This is also suggested by the great acceptance of the Melfest Wknd video on ESC's YouTube channel. In addition to the exciting, sophisticated song structure, what stands out here is the haunting combination of a sophisticated, reflective text with the rhythm changes towards the driving beat in the last third of the song.
Rick - Lithuania continues to prove that there are many hidden treasures in this country just waiting to get their chance on stage. With a convincing concept, they even prevailed against big names in the preliminary round: Silvester's casual style, the absolutely great beat of the song and the overall production are simply a perfect combination for the ESC. Additionally it´s sung in the local language. This is a song that truly reflects a nation's current music market. It totally gets me!
BernadetteCydonia
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please don't worry about us. Monika Liu qualified from 3rd running order slot 2 years ago...
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Good song. Qualifying and I think could be a dark horse, top 10 maybe in final
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That was much better than this.
One of those I don't really get. Some people seem to like the groove or vibe of it, but there's neither a great hook or any real intensity to grip me.
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BernadetteCydonia
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And? Just because a draw is bad, doesn't mean we're flops.
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SILVESTER BELT - Luktelk | Lithuania 2024 | BCN Eurovision 2024
Silvester Belt sings Luktelk, he will represent Lithuania at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.https://www.youtube.com/c/betevé Instagram: https://www.instagr...
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edyttak
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Same with BelgiumRaiven was asked if she had to sing someone else's song, which one would it be, and she said Lithuania so i assume that's her personal favorite
Musti said he would like to collaborate with Silvester 
it just shows how lovely Silvester is 
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