Update on 27 December 2023: Aliona Moon and Milla have withdrawn from the competition….less than 24 hours after the list was revealed. No reason was given. Our original post remains below.
Moldova has announced 32 songs and artists, who are in the running to represent them at Eurovision 2023 in Malmö.
There’s some familiar names among the participants, including Aliona Moon, who represented the country in 2013, Natalia Barbu, and Sasha Bognibov, who holds the record for the most songs entered in national selections for Eurovision.
The 32 songs will be heard on January 13th by a professional jury in the live auditions stage of the selection. Then, the competing songs will be whittled down further for Etapa Națională 2024, the National Final which will take place on February 17th.
Moldovan Național Broadcaster TRM received a total of 51 submissions in their open call for songs, down 9 from the total received for the Moldovan selection for Eurovision 2023.
The 32 participating songs and artists for Moldova at Eurovision 2024 are:
- Maria Ciolac – “Break Free”
- DPSTP (Deepstep) – “Rise Up”
- Oliv Sky – “Another Universe” and “Loud and Clear”
- Victor Gulick – “Fever”
- Vele – “Carnaval”
- Sasha Bognibov – “Married to twins”
- Y-Limit – “Revolution” and “What’s the fun”
- Denis Midone – “Back to me”
- Victor Lozinsky – “Dirty Wind/Joker and Harley move”
- Tudor Bumbac – “Tudorel”
- Laura – “Spune-mi” (Tell Me)
- Poli – “Lui” (His)
- Iulia Teleucă – “Runaway”
- Viola Julea – “Light up!”
- Sasha Letty – “DNA”
- Max Cara – “Broke the chain”
- Reghina Alexandrina – “Contrasens”
- Valleria – “Run” and “Rule (Rai di ri di)”
- Natalia Barbu – “In the middle”
- Anna Gulko – “Perfect place”
- OL – “No time no space”
- Cătălina Solomac – “Fever”
- Anna G – “Ay ay ay”
- Vovi Robian Band – “Robotul Vovi”
- Valeria Pasha – “Anti-princess”
- Oleg Spînu – “Jungle”
- Nicoleta Sava – “Bravo”
- Nino – “Up again”
Aliona Moon feat Milla – “Obosit”
You can listen to the 31 songs here.
Which is your favourite song from Moldova? Who do you hope will make it to the National Final? Let us know in the comments!
Valeria Pasha (Or Pasa as some people also call her) has released the full version Anti-Princess on Youtube and Spotify. It includes an extra part at the end and then the Spotify version tells us the credits: Andrei Vulpe, Iana Bavelskaia, Ilya Iakovet, Iuliana Parfeni, Ivan Luca, Lilian Dobinda, Maxim Krasnecov, PASHA PARFENI and Valeria Pasa. I was a big fan of Parfeni’s song last year and I singled his song out and this song i’ve singled out too so maybe this also the winner?!
Anti-Princess full version: https://youtu.be/TQnh3ZQ-RC4
Dpstp is American. I wonder who the vocalist is as it has to be someone from Moldova (And how it would go live thinking Austria 2022…)
Some interesting choices here but wouldn’t be suprised if Natalia gets it as an internal pick after auditions but there’s a few behind the “anti-princess” song (including pasha!)
Personally I’d like “run” to go – hoping Valeria can pull it off live (liked her song last year too)
Amongst the Moldovan songs I think Catalina Solomac’s «Fever» is the best.
Who here knew Valeria Pasha was one of the two girls who danced alongside Pasha Parfeni for his Eurovision song last year? I didn’t! I also didn’t know this but Adelina Lordachi was the other dancer and she ALSO participated in the Moldovan national final last year! I had no idea she was one of the backing dancers – she was disguised well! I remember saying to myself it’s either her or Pasha for Moldova last year since she had a great voice but then the juries did her dirty and she ended up not qualifying by ONE point! Her… Read more »
Holy sh*t just checked out Valleria Pasha and apparently she’s been participating in Moldovan National Selections since at least 2013, when Aliona Moon was sent to Eurovision! The fact Aliona withdrew might be her revenge! Valeria deserves a spot as the frontrunner. Her song is clearly the best even from a small snippet as it stands out and she can definitely sing well live. She’s got the experience. I’m suprised she wasn’t sent before to Eurovision – she deserves it! She’s also got a really good back catalogue of memorable dance songs.
Her 2020 song was so good, too bad it wouldn’t have gone to ESC anyway
i am going to follow the auditions anyway just to see how Sasha gets on live with what i think his best work yet, its very sasha’s own signature sound but its also very listenable compared to some of his previous entries, he is overhated too i think
and okay i lied, but yeah i always like moldova, even their entries in english have something very typical moldovan about it, 2019 was in my top 3 too, i liked Stay by Anna Odobescu, and the sand art like with Mika i thought looked cute
I have just read on a mainstream media that “Romania will not participate due to a scandal that broke out after their 2023 participation”……….. Can anyone remind me what was the “scandal” this year please?
They don’t have any funds?
Theodor Andrei made several accusations against TVR. From what I remember, he said they didn’t want to give him money to produce a music video, so he made and paid for one himself. TVR tried to prevent the video from being released by threatening Theodor and his family. He released it anyway. Then at Eurovision, Theodor felt like he didn’t get to present his song in the way that he wanted. He didn’t like the staging and didn’t want to start the song acoustically, but said TVR pushed both of those things on him
I didn’t like DGT, but TVR did Theodor very dirty. Maybe it’s not just the scandal itself, but also that everyone saw how mistreated he was and no one raised their hand to represent Romania this year
who cares about freakshow Theodor lol
they haven’t decided yet though, all we officially know now is that he have increased their budget by 5% (around 83 million euros) which could see them be in after all, i don’t know, maybe with an internal selection for a change? some bigger or more experienced act
he=they
I haven’t gotten through this whole selection yet, but I really like “Another Universe.”
I’m gobsmacked that Bognibov doesn’t win “filthiest song by a Sasha” in this selection.
I just noticed that they share a writer, Jacob Jonia.
I totally agree with you because I absolutely adore “Another Universe”. Hidden gem for sure and it could standout with the right staging!
Hopefully it’s not a Napoli ripoff.
I like Oliv’s other song too
Based on studio tracks my one and only favourite for the festival stage is “Carnaval”, it sounds energetic and joyful and it’s got outrageously awesome staging potential. Moldova does “extra” so well, that’s their signature in the festival and they remain unmatched.
The overall selection is better than in previous years, for sure. Even the “Married to Twins” song sounds like a comedy movie script of sorts.
Lithuania has a english/korean song in their line up!!!! omg yasss PiN for embracing the K-Pop music scene, i am soooo here for that
VB Band – Kaboom
VB stands for Vidas Bareikis. He has already participated in Lithuanian NF, multiple times. From his previous attempts I assume it’s gonna be a not very funny troll song.
Moldova 2024 – Natalia Barbu – In The Middle
language: english
composers: Khris Richards, Natalia Barbu
could be given a death slot position maybe since its a ballad, maybe 2nd/3rd or 4th running order slot in the semi?
And just like that one of the front runners is gone. That leaves it up to someone who hasn’t been to Eurovision, which is probably for the best! Time to make history! Valeria Pasha is now the hot hot favourite! Very odd decision though…
more like Natalie Barbu, most connections
She has a decent song this year.
no, with that fake ethnic snoozefest which is similar to any ylva and linda crap
but yeah it’ll be her, and hopefully near last place in the semi
Natalia Barbu has already been to Eurovision, the joint third most successful competitor for Moldova after Zdob ?i Zdub and Sunstroke Project too.
Zdob si Zdub and Sunstroke Project continue with their non-aggression pact, as it must be.
Rise Up the best song, please represent Moldova
Someone finally spoke up about this gem
there are no gems in dull moldova
Breaking News: Aliona Moon has WITHDRAWN from the contest!
WHAT!? Why?
After listening to a bit of each song again, I’m curious as to why so few are talking about Reghina Alexandrina‘a song.
The only ones missing from this glorious lineup are Surorile Osoianu. I hope they get to represent Moldova one day. Until then, we have many interesting choices here… Moldova should be bold and send Tudorel!
it’ll be Natalie Barbu obviously, biggest name in the selection and she’s been married to a millionaire so yeah she goes to malmo for them, and it’ll be a nq result
Love her song tbh
I figured out what the verses of Broke the chain sound like – Feel It Still by Portugal. The Man
My favourites: Anti-Princess, Rise Up, Rule (Rai Di Ri Di)
sorry to say ur favourites won’t win then lmao
Natalia has this in the bag, and they can even just go with an internal selection post auditions honestly
I’m sorry, but her song isn’t that good, just like Sunstroke Project’s one last year.
But I agree none of my favourites will win cause I’m so unlucky lol
her song is good enough for a nice near last place in the semi 😉
Great song selection!
even worse than Malta this year lol
For Moldova’s standards it’s pretty good. There have been far worse songs to choose from in the past.
no and most are irrelevant since only Natalia Barbu’s is the chosen one
1) biggest and only known act
2) married to a millionaire duh, even Aliona got scared she wouldn’t win against her lol
You can dislike my comment (as if I care, lol), but it is what it is. Dunno if you’ve followed their national selection in the past, but this year the quality certainly has gone up. I’m not talking about who’s gonna win. That has nothing to do with my comment.
quality gone up and yet they still invite trolls like Bognibov, Yll-Limit, Tudor Bumbac, Viola Julea lmao
Oliv Sky is a pet from Ylva/Linda obviously lol
Denis Midone a failed junior eurovision has been
Oliv sky isn’t connected to Ylva/Linda
Trupa Vovi Robian, Anna G and Oliv Sky (Another universe) are my absolut favorites !
Personal qualifiers list (presuming 10 spots and in no particular order)
Obosit
Anti-Princess
Contrasens
Runaway
Up Again
Light Up!
Broke the Chain
Robotul Vovi
Revolution
Fever
There are two songs called Fever
Oops you’re right. C?t?lina Solomac’s Fever
Catalina Solomac who? she’s an unknown, she can’t win against superstar Natalia Barbu
A lot of very promising female ethno-bangers!
just discuss the chosen one Natalia and no one else pls
Married To Twins Sounds Like A Banger!
Favorite line: “I’ll be faithful to both of you”. Genius!
Bognibov being faithful shocks me somehow, he is more like the ”i want more than 10 women” type lol and preferably minors
PLEASEEEEEE THE BEST SONG, 12 POINTS
who? they are unknown z-listers
Natalia will represent them in Malmo, deal with it
respectfully shush please
12 points
I am of the opinion that Moldova should not send Aliona or Natalia because they should also leave other talented people, I say that Moldova should be represented by DPSTP (Deepstep) - "Rise Up", the song is incredible, the two . girls are gorgeous but still don't know who they are??? I may be from Ukraine but they have a superb voice, I can say that an artist like DJ DPSTP from America who only has masterpieces would not be ashamed and would bring a Top 10 for Moldova, the song is incredible, I hope with all my heart that… Read more »
quite strong selection for Moldova’s standards actually.
Obosit is probably the best song, although Carnaval is a televote magnet
“Teleradio-Moldova has announced that Aliona Moon feat. Milla have withdrawn from the Moldovan selection for Eurovision 2024.
Aliona Moon feat. Milla have withdrawn from Etapa Na?ional? 2024, the duo’s management company informed the Moldovan broadcaster of their decision today. No reason for the withdrawal has been shared publicly. This means that 31 entries will now be participating in the Live Auditions next month.”
well that’s unfortunate
For me the best ones
In the Middle
Obosit
Revolution
Robotul Vovi
I am sick of the ageism in the community.
Zorra is clearly the best in Benidorm, but places in the middle in most fan polls.
Tudor Bumbac has easily the best song of national selection season so far, but many place him bottom 3.
I skipped to like 5 different parts of the song and still couldn’t find Tudor singing lol is he even there
LISTEN TO IT IN FULL AND YOU WILL HEAR HIS BEAUTIFUL VOICE!
But no jokes, I honestly enjoy the song. Of course it is not the best song of the season, but it is fun and pleasant
It seems like Tudor is VERY popular in the community RN. I am seeing a Youtube video with most people supporting him this year despite not doing too well in the previous years. I think people believe he could be meme material!
Agree for Zorra, but Tudorel sorry, very hard to hear for me 🙁
moldova is a surprise bag every year.
we will see what is in it.
🙂
no surprises this year lol, their own Loreen with Natalia Barbu
also hoping for a similar staging as for Tattoo in Malmo just to diss the stupid swedish
There’s a recap video out there. Some of the songs are good. As expected, Swedish authors have songs in this selection but only 3 out of 32!!!!
Anything other than “Carnaval” would be a wrong choice. We need this mega turbo mess we love on Eurovision stage to dance and get moving! This is Moldova! PLEASE!
Carnaval sounds like every other traditional Moldovan entry there has ever been in their selection. Make it more interesting like Zdob si zdub did, or like Go_A and many other Ukranian artists do for their traditional music and then we can talk.
we don’t need Carnaval exactly for this reason, we are tired of this one trick pony act from Moldova
step things up and go generic, especially since generic songs win ESC, like we saw last year with Loreen
Never forget the 2022 auditions
Such a glorious disaster, TRM literally cancelled the national selection and chose their favorite audition internally, and that’s how we got the legendary Eurovision train
and now they will go internally for Natalia obviously, so predictable and so not worth wasting our time with these lame lacklustre auditions
Seems like nobody wants Sasha to win more than the broadcasters themselves, I don’t see no other reason why they have him qualify for auditions every single year haha
Probably for the clout
They end up ranking him in the bottom four every time anyway!
I want Sasha to win for the lols, moldovan gary glitter!
Finally we found the winner of Eurovision 2024: Tudor Bumbac.
Imagine him AND Matt Blxck at Eurovision after Malta picks their entry!
The virgin Matt Blxck.
The Chad Tudor Bumbac.
That would be the battle of the century!
We can add new moldovan legends to the list, those robots.
Moldova keep doing you, it provides me with so much joy.
On a more serious not, they def need to send Tudor, they’ll end up top 5 in the televote somehow and people will ask why, and the explanation will be: Moldova.
note* instead of not
The Robots could be very interesting and unique on stage. We will see….
Sacha Bognibow Will Have Great Bop I Just Love The Tital Married To Twins Its Really Funny .
I’m happy to see Moldova doing what they know best: being Moldova 😀
Yes, but please subtract these swedish songs….
Moldova are even more trolls than San Marino lmao, what do they add to ESC, absolutely NOTHING
Etapa Nationala 2024 seems to be unique amongst the selections with several acts with two entries each.
As for titles of entries: “Tudorel” can be translated as “Little Tudor”.
Aliona’s song means “Tired” in male singular form. That’s hardly attractive, imo. The most known name in the selection has such a little sad title for an entry. Maybe it’s a fun entry, who knows??
“Married to twins” – DUDES, how could *that* be accepted in the selection? It sounds i mm orra l, ii lle ga l and really, really e-ffed up!!!!
The reason why Married to Twins is in the selection is because of the song that could have gone to Eurovision for Denmark last year that everyone wanted.
The world needs Sasha Bognibov to make it this year with this song xD
Oh yes, the world absolutely needs a person who thinks they are funny with their songs, while in reality, they are socially uneducated, misogynist, creepy and offensive.
I think that’s possibly the point….to appeal to THAT minority…either that or they’re satirical.
Who cares. That’s the sort of trash that turns into eurovision legend.
“Married to twins”. Yep, sounds like a Moldovan entry lol
Fun looking line up again and tbh Bognibov is good for the laughs
Married to twins… this title feels a bit weird to my ears
Same here. To my ears, eyes and brains and gut. Quelle horreur !
Moi aussi !
The only thing I’m hoping for is that Aliona Moon has returned with something as great as Du-ma last year and that Moldova will actually send her this year
Du Ma was fantastic
If She has the best song of a lot, sure, but I have noticed that we haven’t had a new Moldovan singer since 2019. It’s only been returning veterans three years in a row.
I mean Natalia was an iconic car crash (overrated for me, but Kirkorov’s money and that aspect probably helped “Sugar” reach that result). 2022, while not for me, had the quirkiness and the essence that Moldova usually brings to Eurovision and Pasha was, in my opinion,a very deserving returning artist in terms of song and performance quality, so I don’t see an issue if a returning artist brings a great song or they give something good/worthwile at least? Aliona had amazing songs both in 2013 and 2023, therefore I’d definitely be more than happy to see her in Malmo this… Read more »
Fortunately there´s no entry by Kirkorov anymore and that´s good !
Sasha Bognibov, Tudor Bumbac, Viola Julea (the phone girl) in one year. Only Ricky Ardezianu is missing here to complete the legendary list
Tudor Bumbac is their national treasure honestly, the singing dentist
He’s a dentist!? Reminds me of one Turkish legend that represented San Marino…
Tudor Bumbac is a doctor for sure, but I’m don’t remember if he’s actually dentist, he might be some more regular kind of doctor
*sigh* Sasha Bognibov, you again. I don’t know what consider you the creepy singer around, or consistently creepy troll.
Allowing that creep to even make it past the automatic disqualification stage always makes Moldova look so bad.
He always gets bottom four so he’s humiliated every year anyway!