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Banská Bystrica
Slovakia

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​​Welcome to Banská Bystrica
"Where History Meets Nature's Beauty"

Welcome to Banska Bystrica, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Slovakia's breathtaking landscapes. This enchanting city is a true masterpiece of history, culture, and natural beauty, waiting to be discovered by intrepid travelers like you. Step into a world where ancient cobblestone streets wind their way through a picturesque medieval old town. The charming architecture will transport you back in time, with its colorful facades, historic churches, and cozy cafes inviting you to explore every corner. Feel the centuries of history beneath your feet as you stroll through this living museum. But Banska Bystrica isn't just a relic of the past; it's a vibrant and dynamic city that effortlessly blends tradition with modernity. Immerse yourself in the rich Slovakian culture by visiting the local markets, where you can taste the flavors of the region, from hearty goulash to delicious pastries. Nature enthusiasts will be in awe of Banska Bystrica's natural wonders. Surrounded by lush forests, the city is a gateway to endless outdoor adventures. Hike through the breathtaking Low Tatras or bike along scenic trails, taking in the stunning vistas of the surrounding mountains. In winter, the nearby ski resorts offer thrilling downhill runs and cross-country skiing for those seeking an adrenaline rush. History buffs, don't miss out on Banska Bystrica's remarkable mining heritage. Explore the fascinating Central Slovakian Mining Museum, which provides a glimpse into the region's rich mining history, or descend into the depths of the historic mines themselves to experience the life of a miner. The city also boasts a lively cultural scene, with theaters, galleries, and music venues that showcase the talents of local artists. Throughout the year, Banska Bystrica hosts a variety of festivals and events that celebrate its cultural diversity, from folk music festivals to contemporary art exhibitions. As the sun sets, Banska Bystrica comes alive with the warm glow of its restaurants and pubs. Savor traditional Slovakian dishes and raise a toast with the locals, who are known for their hospitality and friendly demeanor. So, what are you waiting for? Banska Bystrica beckons you with open arms, promising an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and nature. Whether you're an adventurer, a history enthusiast, or a seeker of hidden treasures, this city has something extraordinary to offer. Come and experience the magic of Banska Bystrica – your next unforgettable adventure awaits!
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Host City / Banská Bystrica, Slovakia
Venue / Národný Atletický Stadión
Hosts / ADONXS and Martin Harich
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Participating countries / 42
Returning countries / Colombia, Greece, Lithuania and Luxembourg
Withdrawing countries / Belgium and Lebanon

Debuting players / Alan for Colombia
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Returning Artists

Annalisa Scarrone / 9 times for San Marino and 7 times for Italy / 6th place
Elena Paparizou / 7 times for Greece, 5 times for Cyprus and twice for Sweden / Double Global Music Champion
Shakira / 7 times for Colombia and once for Brazil and Spain / Bronze Medallist
Thalia / 6 times for Mexico and once for Argentina, Colombia and Dominican Republic / Global Music Champion
Vitaa / 6 times for Monaco and once for France / 5th place
Flori Mumajesi / for Albania / 19th place
Mikolas Josef / 4 times for Czech Republic and once for Panama / Bronze Medallist
Donny Montell / for Lithuania / 19th place
Laura Põldvere / for Estonia / Silver Medallist
Soni Malaj / for Albania / 4th place
The Rasmus / for Finland / 5th place
Agoney / for Spain / Global Music Champion
Malou Kyriakopoulou / for Cyprus / 9th place
Aleksandra Janeva / for North Macedonia / Silver Medallist
Cher / once for Armenia and Italy / 15th place
Ivana Selakov / for Serbia / 23rd place
Purple Disco Machine / once for Germany and Netherlands / Silver Medallist
Sophie and the Giants / once for Germany and San Marino / Silver Medallist
 
Agnetha Fältskog / for Sweden / 20th place
Bryska / for Poland / Semi Finalist
Dzejla Ramovic / for Bosnia-Herzegovina / Semi Finalist
Henny / for Serbia / Semi Finalist
Jesse Ritch / for Switzerland / Semi Finalist
Lea Rue / for Belgium / 18th place
Majid Jordan / for Bahrain / Silver Medallist
Manu Chao / for Spain / Semi Finalist
Manuel Turizo / for Colombia / Semi Finalist

DEADLINES

October 14th:
Vote in the semi finals
Nominate an artist for Global Music Royalty

October 26th:
Vote in the final and for Global Music Royalty

November 2nd:
Submit a song for the next edition

Voting

Give 12, 10, 8...1 point for your top 10
In the final you also have to choose 3 substitutes

Voting forms:
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Songs & Videos

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The final
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The final
The televote
Semi final one
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The Result

Countries receiving most 12 points / Andorra, 5
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / San Marino and Mali
Countries receiving points from most juries / Germany, 23
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Spain in 5th with 10 points from San Marino, Colombia and Poland as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Sweden in 22nd getting 12 points from Ireland and Turkey

Switzerland started off strong and took an early lead, but it quickly seemed to turn into a battle for first place between Denmark and United Kingdom. Towards the end of the jury vote, however, Germany caught up and even pushed ahead, until Andorra received the last top mark and won the jury vote. It was a very close race and Denmark, Germany, United Kingdom and United States were not far behind in the next places. Would the televote turn things around again? Germany was the favourite with the public, while Spain (finished 11th with the juries, Ireland (18th), Denmark and Lithuania (16th) made up the rest of the top 5. Andorra only finished 12th in the televote and could not keep the public's favourite down. So Germany took the gold, while Denmark won the silver, and Andorra had to settle for the bronze. United Kingdom and Spain rounded out the top 5.

Germany is one of the founding members of Global Music and has to date competed 199 times, reaching 142 finals with 67 top 10 finishes. They didn't have the smoothest start to their GM career, as they only inched into the top 10 twice in their first 7 attempts. Things quickly turned around though, and Germany won GM10 with Sarah Connor and took the silver only 9 editions later. From GM24 on through GM39 they won another 5 medals and reached the top 10 on a further 7 occasions! However, Germany had to wait until GM54 for their second gold, when Mehrzah Marashi scored most points and then another 46 editions for the third trophy, which was won by Oonagh in GM100. Following this victory, Germany struggled a bit, though they did reach the top 10 every so often, but in the following 60 editions they only took home two medals. Michael Schulte brought gold to Germany again in GM161, and since then they have come very close to that fifth trophy, taking home another 6 medals. And now they finally succeed in that, as Purple Disco Machine and Sophie and the Giants scored the most points this time. Germany's current HoD, Maaian, took over the delegation back in GM90 and was thus also responsible for Germany's last two victories. He did leave his post for a couple of years and returned in GM146, and this gold medal is his third. Well done Germany, Purple Disco Machine and Sophie and the Giants and Maaian!

The Winner

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​"Paradise" by Purple Disco Machine & Sophie and the Giants is a vibrant, disco-inspired anthem that celebrates the joy of living in the moment. With its infectious beat, funky basslines, and uplifting chorus, the track invites listeners to escape into a world of feel-good energy and freedom. The lyrics express a longing for a place of happiness and connection, a "paradise" where worries fade, and people can simply let go and enjoy life.

Musically, the collaboration strikes a perfect balance between modern electronic production and retro disco flair, creating a nostalgic yet fresh sound. Sophie’s powerful vocals add warmth and intensity, making "Paradise" a standout track in both artists' discographies.

"Paradise" achieved impressive chart success, especially across European markets. It quickly became a hit on streaming platforms and topped dance charts, showcasing Purple Disco Machine's skill in crafting dance-floor hits and Sophie and the Giants' growing influence in the pop-disco space.
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The Final

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Germany
Purple Disco Machine & Sophie and the Giants
​Paradise
​137 points
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Denmark
Neon Capital
​Open doors
​124 points
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Andorra
Triquell
​Jugular
​119 points
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04
United Kingdom
Tom Gregory
​Never look back
​110 points
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Spain
Agoney
​Intacto
​106 points
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Luxembourg
Lea Rue
​Watching you
​100 points
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United States
Benson Boone
​Ghost town
​100 points
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Italy
Annalisa
​Ragazza sola
​93 points
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Czech Republic
Mikolas Josef & Mark Neve
​Delilah
​92 points
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Lithuania
Donatas Montvydas
​Jausmai
91 points
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Ireland
CMAT
I don't really care for you
​90 points

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12
Switzerland
Jesse Ritch
​Glück
​81 points
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Ukraine
Authentix
​Mavka
​80 points
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Armenia
Cher
​Walls
79 points
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Norway
Fixation
​Stay awake
​78 points
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France
Vitaa
Les choses qu'on fait
​77 points
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San Marino
Santi Francesi
​Medicine
​72 points
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Greece
Elena Paparizou
​De mou ta leei kala
​70 points
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Netherlands
Emma Kok
​Strijder
​67 points
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China
ZHANGYE feat. Julia Ross
​When I was young
​67 points
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Israel
Tamir Grinberg
​Roses
​62 points
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Sweden
Agnetha Fältskog
​Where do we go from here
​58 points
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North Macedonia
Aleksandra Janeva
​Utroto ke promeni se
​41 points
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Slovakia
Natália Hatalová
​Chcem
​36 points
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Canada
Jeanick Fournier
​Moment
​31 points
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Estonia
Laura Põldvere
​Break me
​27 points

Semi Final One

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Germany
Purple Disco Machine & Sophie and the Giants
​Paradise
​130 points
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Spain
Agoney
​Intacto
​107 points
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United States
Benson Boone
​Ghost town
​107 points
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Andorra
Triquell
​Jugular
​93 points
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San Marino
Santi Francesi
​Medicine
​90 points
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North Macedonia
Aleksandra Janeva
​Utroto ke promeni se
​85 points
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China
ZHANGYE feat. Julia Ross
​When I was young
​75 points
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Norway
Fixation
​Stay awake
​69 points
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Ukraine
Authentix
​Mavka
​60 points
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Sweden
Agnetha Fältskog
​Where do we go from here
​59 points
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​Serbia
Ivana Selakov
​Eto zato
57 points

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Bosnia-Herzegovina
Dzejla Ramovic feat. Henny
​Rizik
56 points

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Mexico
Thalia
Psycho bitch
50 points

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Poland
Bryska
​Miss Americana
41 points

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Australia
Revoid
​Blood petals
39 points

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Mali
Soumaïla Kanouté feat. Mohamed Diaby
​Saramaya
37 poits

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Albania
Flori Mumajesi feat. Soni Malaj
​Fluturimi 3470
26 points

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Liechtenstein
horsegiirL
​Harvest heartbreak
20 points

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Monaco
Manu Chao
Bongo bong
17 points

Semi Final Two

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Luxembourg
Lea Rue
​Watching you
​103 points
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Netherlands
Emma Kok
​Strijder
​99 points
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Denmark
Neon Capital
​Open doors
​99 points
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Lithuania
Donatas Montvydas
​Jausmai
​98 points
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Italy
Annalisa
​Ragazza sola
​90 points
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Czech Republic
Mikolas Josef & Mark Neve
​Delilah
​86 points
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Greece
Elena Paparizou
​De mou ta leei kala
​86 points
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Ireland
CMAT
I don't really care for you
79 points

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Estonia
Laura Põldvere
​Break me
​69 points
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Switzerland
Jesse Ritch
​Glück
60 points
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Israel
Tamir Grinberg
​Roses
​59 points
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Turkey
Derya Ulug
​Nefes
54 points

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Finland
The Rasmus
​Rise
52 points

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Cyprus
Malou
Oi nyxtes oi monaxikes mou
48 points

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South Korea
Jung Kook feat. Latto
​Seven
48 points
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Colombia
Manuel Turizo & Shakira
​Copa vacía
46 points

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Philippines
Jamie Rivera
​Mahal naman kita
25 points

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Bahrain
Majid Jordan feat. Naomi Sharon
​Waiting for you
17 points

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