The Eurovision 2025 season is now in full swing and no doubt fans will have the songs from this year’s contest on repeat until we crown a winner in May. But that doesn’t mean we forget about the artists from past contests – they’re still bringing us a lot of new music to enjoy.
Contrary to the commonly perpetuated myth about the song contest killing careers, we’re always thrilled to report that singers associated with Eurovision are thriving.
Here is our latest weekly roundup with a selection of the songs released recently by Eurovision stars.
New music from Eurovision artists: 2025 | Week 19 part 1
With so many new songs this week, we’ve split the roundup into two smaller articles. You can find part 2 here.
Loreen & Marina Satti
Ahead of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, Spotify has invited a number of artists to reimagine previous hits from the show. We’ve already heard Nemo’s take on “Satellite” (Germany 2010). Now, we have offerings from two-time champion Loreen and 2024 contestant Marina Satti. They take on “Arcade” (Netherlands 2019) and Saudade, Saudade” (Portugal 2022) respectively.
If you’re intrigued by even more, the Spotify singles collection also includes a couple more covers. Polish trio BABIE LATO sing “Tattoo” (Sweden 2023), whilst German artist ENNIO updates “Wunder gibt es immer wieder” (Germany 1970).
Marija Šerifović & Jovana Pajic – “Demoni”
“I love my demons / Since I lived someone else’s dreams / And I love the colour of my darkness / These eyes have seen all sorts of things.”
Eurovision 2007 winner, Marija Šerifović, is facing her “Demoni” (“Demons”) and coming out all the stronger for it. The Serbian star has collaborated with Jovana Pajic for this contemporary Balkan ballad. The pair dive into their fears and pains, but also what makes and builds — they define all of these as their Demons.
Silvester Belt – “Naktį Saulėje”
Before taking to the Eurovision stage once again as an interval performer in Basel, Silvester Belt has shared the new single “Naktį Saulėje” (“Sun at Night”). Laced with an ’80s synth pop style, the song brings both a nostalgic and futuristic sound.
Lithuania’s Eurovision 2024 star uses the song to bring together two phenomenon: the sun, which symbolises light and hope, and the night, reflecting loneliness and inner darkness. Revealing more, Silvester states:
“I wanted to create a strange association – with the sun at night. Although night on Earth means that the sun ‘doesn’t shine’ , it doesn’t disappear anywhere. In the lyrics, I talk about loneliness – even living among billions of people, we often feel alone. Also – about the anxiety that accompanies many of us.”
Runa & Donatan – “Jestem stąd”
Time for a musical history lesson. Eurovision 2014 participants, Runa — alter ego of Cleo — and Donatan, are honouring an important moment in Poland’s story. This year marks the 1000th anniversary of the coronation of Bolesław Chrobre, the first king of Poland.
“Jestem stąd” (“I am from here”) is a folk offering that celebrates this heritage: “I am from here and I am myself / Polish, with Polish language / What plays in me, courage od the Tatars / Always with my head held high, always like this.”
Luca Hänni – “Irresistible”
Luca Hänni’s new song is truly “Irresistible.” The Swiss star serves up a slice of the slick pop that he showcased to us all at Eurovision 2019. And just like six years ago, his dance skills are utilised in the accompanying music video.
In the lyrics, Hänni sings to someone who has him falling hard: “Can’t fight this feeling / You’re so beautiful / I’m high up on the ceiling / Under your control […] Baby, you’re so irresistible.”
Kacper Dworniczak feat. Andrzej Piaseczny – “The Look of Love”
Kacper Dworniczak is a Polish guitarist who released the new album JOURNEYs this week. Although most of the songs on the LP are instrumental, track #9 features the vocal stylings of Andrzej Piaseczny — better known to Eurovision fans as Piasek from 2001.
“The Look of Love” was first published in 1967 and popularised by Dusty Springfield after recording it for the Casino Royale soundtrack.
Trijntje Oosterhuis – “Borderline”
Dutch singer Trijntje Oosterhuis recently competed on Play That Song… Again! The TV programme sees artists return to the 1980s and reinterpret an iconic song from the decade. Trijntje chose Madonna’s “Borderline.”
Competitors perform twice: first singing the original version, and then a new version. The Eurovision 2015 alumna transformed “Borderline” into a power ballad with choral backing and soaring strings. In the end, Trijntje was crowned the winner of the episode.
Roxen – “Favourite Type”
Roxen is struggling to do any work at the moment. Romania’s Eurovision 2021 representative is too busy focusing on her rather cute co-worker across the office. She knows that they were made for each other and so hopes the spark can ignite: “You’re much better than any other one / I see fire in your eyes / You’re incredible / I hear your voice like a hit on the radio / Just one touch and we lose control / I’m your favourite type, oh.”
Musically, “Favourite Type” is a mid-tempo pop offering with a reggae-like beat underlining it.
Aminata – “Viedoklis”
“You can yell / You can bark / You can cry / Or laugh / But unfortunately / Your opinion is important only to you.”
Aminata is done with the haters. Latvia’s Eurovision 2015 star isn’t going to listen to their “Viedoklis” (“Opinion”) anymore; instead, she plans on leading with tolerance and living life the way she wants. Musically, the song is a cute mid-tempo piece with a fun xylophone melody underlying the chorus.
The songs comes with a vertical music video, within which you might recognise some other familiar faces from Latvia’s list of Eurovision alumni.
Michael Rice – “Let It Go”
“Let It Go” is a song that hails from 2014, when it was first recorded by English singer-songwriter James Bay. Now, 11 years later, Michael Rice is giving it his own touch.
Already an emotional ballad, the UK’s Eurovision 2019 representative heightens the feelings even further by bringing us an acoustic version. Rice is accompanied solely by a piano, allowing his rich vocals to shine.
Doris Dragović – “Sluge Tuge”
Doris Dragović, a two-time Eurovision participant for Yugoslavia and Croatia, has also released a new song this week. It’s titled “Sluge Tuge,” which translates to “Servants of Sorrow” in English. Dragović delivers a retro soft rock song with a classic Balkan vibe to it.
Gerard Joling & Andre Hazes – “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long”
André Hazes was an acclaimed Dutch singer who recorded 36 albums throughout this career up until his death in 2004 … That probably raises questions as to how Eurovision 1988 star Gerard Joling has released a new song with him.
It’s a posthumous duet, with Joling adding his vocals to one of Hazes previous works. “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long” was itself already a cover when Hazes recorded it — the song was first released by soul singer Otis Redding in 1965.
Manizha feat. Yan Space – “Inhuman”
Manizha returns with the electronic song “Inhuman.” Russia’s Eurovision 2021 entrant has collaborated with music producer Yan Space for this latest single.
In between the danceable beat, the song has an important message of preserving the environment we’ve been blessed with: “Where’s you’re sense of power / No more clouds and flowers / Drab un-earthly colours / Wake up and save the Earth / You’ve got to save the Earth.”
Donatas Montvydas – “Mažais Žingsneliais”
Last Sunday was Mother’s Day in Lithuania. To honour his own mum, Donatas Montvydas shared the single “Mažais Žingsneliais” (“Small Steps”). It’s a touching country-pop ballad, with the two-time Eurovision entrant singing alongside stripped-back acoustic accompaniment. Montvydas hopes the song will help convey the feelings he doesn’t always say in speech:
“I can express and say more with this song than words. I wrote this and I dedicate it to you mom. You brought me into this world and raised me. You have drawn and arranged your priorities in life so that I would be taken care of and in the hardest moments of life you would always be there. I’m thankful for you, I love you so much.”
Tautumeitas – Zem Saules / Under The Solar Spell
One that slipped through the net recently, but certainly deserves a mention, is the new studio album by Tautumeitas. Before hitting the Basel stage for rehearsals, the Latvian group dropped a 10 track LP, titled Zem Saules (Under The Solar Spell in English).
In addition to their Eurovision 2025 entry “Bur man laimi,” the album contains a magical selection of folk songs that showcases Latvian heritage. Writing about the record on social media, the group noted:
“This record is our heart, our passion, and our truth — we’ve poured everything we are into every note. Let it cast it’s light on you.”
Which of these new songs is your favourite? Have we missed out on any? Do you have any artists you want to shout out to? Let us know in the comments.
Luca Hänni came with a bangerrrrr. He really has to represent Switzerland again with a boppp!