Germany is back, more powerful than ever, with its first song in German since 2007. This year, Germany is aiming high in Eurovision 2025 held in Basel, Switzerland by sending Abor & Tynna, an electronic pop duo, to compete with “Baller.”
Abor & Tynna competed this year in Germany’s national selection, Chefsache ESC 2025 – Wer singt für Deutschland? In the grand final, the duo was among the five artists out of nine who advanced to the Second Round (Superfinal). While they were selected exclusively by the jury in the first round, the second round was determined solely by the televote, where they secured an impressive 34.9%, winning the show.
Germany has won Eurovision twice—first in 1982 with Nicole and again in 2010 with Lena. Will Abor & Tynna bring home the country’s third victory?
Germany at Eurovision 2025: 10 Facts about Abor & Tynna
1. They are siblings
Ever since the duo was selected, those who don’t understand German have had many questions. Are they friends? Industry colleagues? Actually, they’re siblings.
2. They are from Austria
Even though they’re representing Germany, Abor & Tynna actually come from Austria, straight from Vienna.
3. They have Hungarian roots
They have Hungarian roots, coming from a Hungarian family living in Austria, with both parents deeply involved in music.
4. Their father is a cellist
The siblings’ father was deeply connected to music and performed professionally as part of the Vienna Philharmonic, playing at the Vienna State Opera. His name is Csaba Bornemisza and he is part of the Philharmonic since 1993.
5. They both have stage names
The siblings go by the names Abor and Tynna because they are short, melodic, complement each other well, and are easy to remember. Their real names, however, are Hungarian: Attila and Tünde Bornemisza.
6. They were trained in classical music
Following in their father’s footsteps, the siblings were trained in classical music from a young age, learning to play classical instruments. Abor plays the cello, just like his father—a skill you can notice in their performances—while Tynna plays the flute.
7. They changed their music direction by themselves
Shifting from classical to electronic pop was their own decision. Abor taught himself electronic music production, falling in love with the sound, while Tynna discovered her passion for singing.
8. They are into poetry and literature
Poetry and literature are passions they both share, influencing the way they shape the lyrics of their songs. Honoring their roots, they have a deep appreciation for Hungarian poetry and literature.
9. They have a great taste in music
There are numerous artists who have influenced them. They consider the sound of Labyrinth to be innovative, and they are also fans of Apashe’s dramatic style, loving the fusion of classical and electronic music. Additionally, they enjoy the music of The Weeknd, Lana Del Rey, and Stromae.
10. They have different personalities
Atilla is usually very positive and easygoing, while Tünde tends to worry a lot and overthink things.
Come back for more exciting stories and facts about Abor and Tynna as we head towards pre-parties and Basel 2025 itself.
11. The girl cannot sing live
11. They come from the Bornemisza family, one of Hungary’s foremost noble families
We have literal nobility at Eurovision this year and nobody even mentions it.
Tho their song does sound more like peasant music.
I’m from Madrid, the Thyssen- Bornemisza Museum home, and I wondered if they had a connection. Also, I think the wife of the current head of the Habsburg family is married to a Bornemisza too. They are not just noble, they might be related to the a who would be Empress of Austria.
What a unique act, I really REALLY like that! And I like their song too.
I think they are what eurovision is about. Hugarian roots actually from Romania, living in Austria and representing Germany
And people talk about Sweden.. We are not alone. And have never been about sending artists from another country. We even bathe saunas and barbeque sausages, like Finland.
Beautifully said!
As I’ve mentioned before, they are my winners this year.
Does not say much for the German music industry. Or the other countries represented by persons who have no connection, for example, Ireland. Hopefully an NQ will put the cat among the pigeons.
That’s how our countries are nowadays, it says nothing bad about the country’s music industry.
Chanel for example is half Spanish and half Cuban, so what?