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Saša, Tin I Kedžo
Saša, Tin i Kedžo was the first Croatian boy band, that is now disbanded. Its members were Saša Lozar, Tin Samardžić, and Damir Kedžo, all finalists of the Story Supernova Music Talents, reality show aired on Nova TV (Croatia), Nova TV in late 2003. The band was first mentioned late in the show's series, and was formed based on its members' popularity with the show's Croatian teen audience. All three were reportedly very unhappy about joining the band, but were contractually obliged. The band recorded one popular single, ''365'', then went on their only tour, on the Adriatic Coast in the summer of 2004. After 10 shows out of 29 scheduled, the tour was cancelled due to disagreements between the band and their managers. Croatia Records published their album ''Instant'' in 2004, with thirteen songs written mostly by Boris Đurđević and Faruk Buljubašić. The album was panned by critics. The band entered into the HRT Dora Eurosong pre-selection competition in February 2005. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Croatia
Croatia, officially the Republic of Croatia, is a country in Central Europe, Central and Southeast Europe, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. It borders Slovenia to the northwest, Hungary to the northeast, Serbia to the east, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro to the southeast, and shares a maritime border with Italy to the west. Its capital and largest city, Zagreb, forms one of the country's Administrative divisions of Croatia, primary subdivisions, with Counties of Croatia, twenty counties. Other major urban centers include Split, Croatia, Split, Rijeka and Osijek. The country spans , and has a population of nearly 3.9 million. The Croats arrived in modern-day Croatia, then part of Illyria, Roman Illyria, in the late 6th century. By the 7th century, they had organized the territory into Duchy of Croatia, two duchies. Croatia was first internationally recognized as independent on 7 June 879 during the reign of Duke Branimir of Croatia, Branimir. Tomislav of Croatia, Tomis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rafael Dropulić
Rafael Dropulić (born c. 1983), best known by his nickname Rafo, is a Croatian reality show winner and pop singer. Dropulić was born in Mostar. He first became famous for winning the 2003 season of Story Supernova Music Talents, the reality show that aired on Nova TV. Although he had questionable vocal talents, many observers attributed his ''Story Supernova Music Talents'' victory to a perceived bad boy image - popular among teenage girls, who happened to be the most enthusiastic televoters. Unsurprisingly, after the show ended he released only one single which was panned by critics. He was widely described as a one hit wonder even before the single. In 2005, Croatia Records Croatia Records is a record label in Croatia owned by AUTOR d.o.o., based in Zagreb. Summary Croatia Records d.d. is a joint-stock company currently led by the chief executive officer Želimir Babogredac, a sound engineer. It releases mostly (but ... released his album ''Mangipe''. In 2008, he won ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Croatian Pop Music Groups
Croatian may refer to: *Croatia *Croatian language *Croatian people *Croatians (demonym) See also * * * Croatan (other) * Croatia (other) * Croatoan (other) * Hrvatski (other) * Hrvatsko (other) * Serbo-Croatian (other) Serbo-Croatian, Croato-Serbian, Serbo-Croat or Croato-Serb, refers to a South Slavic language that is the primary language of Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro, as well as a minority language in Kosovo Kosovo, officiall ... {{disambiguation Language and nationality disambiguation pages ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Divlji Vjetre
"Divlji vjetre" (English: Wild Wind) is a song performed by Croatian singer Damir Kedžo. The track was written and composed by Ante Pecotić. It premiered on 29 February 2020, when it was performed during the final of Dora 2020, Croatia's national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2020, and was released as a digital download on 1 March 2020 by Croatia Records. Background and release "Divlji vjetre" was one of sixteen songs commissioned by HRT for Dora 2020, Croatia's national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2020. Ante Pecotić composed "Divlji vjetre" specifically for Damir Kedžo. "Divlji vjetre" premiered on 29 February 2020, when it was performed in Dora 2020, Croatia's national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2020. The song became available through digital retailers and streaming services on 1 March 2020 via Croatia Records. At Eurovision National selection HRT allowed artists and composers to submit their entries for Dora 2020 between 5 No ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eurovision Song Contest 2020
The Eurovision Song Contest 2020 was planned to be the 65th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It would have taken place in Rotterdam, Netherlands, following the country's victory at the with the song " Arcade" by Duncan Laurence. This was the first and only edition in the contest's history to be cancelled, being called off on 18 March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contest was scheduled to be held at Rotterdam Ahoy and would have consisted of two semi-finals on 12 and 14 May, and a final on 16 May 2020. Forty-one countries would have participated in the contest; and would have returned after their absence from the 2019 contest, while and had confirmed their non-participation after taking part in the previous edition. All 41 competing songs and artists were confirmed by the participating broadcasters by early March 2020. Following the cancellation, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) began discussions of potential carryovers for the , such as the host venue ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Croatia In The Eurovision Song Contest 2020
Croatia was set to be represented at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 with the song "" written by Ante Pecotić. The song was performed by Damir Kedžo. The Croatian broadcaster Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT) organised the national final to select the Croatian entry for the 2020 contest in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Fourteen entries competed in the national final on 29 February 2020 and "" performed by Damir Kedžo was selected as the winner following the combination of votes from five regional juries and a public televote. Croatia was drawn to compete in the first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest which took place on 12 May 2020. However, the contest was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Background Prior to the 2020 contest, Croatia had participated in the Eurovision Song Contest twenty-five times since its first entry in . The nation's best result in the contest was fourth, which it achieved on two occasions: in 1996 with the song "" performed by Maja Blagdan an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Wave (competition)
New Wave (, ''Novaya volna'', ) is an international contest for young performers of popular music founded in 2002 by the Russian composer Igor Krutoy and Latvian pianist and composer Raimonds Pauls, and was later enhanced by the Russian superstar Alla Pugacheva. Along with Pugacheva, the headliners of the competition were Valery Leontyev, Patricia Kaas, Toto Cutugno, Lou Bega, Craig David and Svetlana Loboda. Since 2016, Pugacheva has not participated in the organization of the competition. The contest usually lasts for six days: 3 contest days, 2 special event days and, at the end, the day when the contest's results are announced followed by an ending concert. History The New Wave competition, held annually in Jūrmala, Latvia, from 2002 to 2014, became a magnet for Russian oligarchs and elites, transforming the seaside resort into a hub of wealth and influence during its summer festivals. Organized by Russian composer Igor Krutoy and Latvian composer Raimonds Pauls, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eurovision Song Contest 2011
The Eurovision Song Contest 2011 was the 56th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Düsseldorf, Germany, following the country's victory at the with the song "Satellite" by Lena. Organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and host broadcaster (NDR) on behalf of (ARD), the contest was held at the Düsseldorf Arena and consisted of two semi-finals on 10 and 12 May, and a final on 14 May 2011. The three live shows were presented by German comedians Anke Engelke and Stefan Raab, and television presenter Judith Rakers. Forty-three countries participated in the contest, equalling the record for the . Four countries returned to the contest this year; returned after their last participation , returned after their last participation , returned after their first participation . also returned to the contest after their last participation fourteen years earlier, . The winner was with the song " Running Scared", performed by Ell and Nikki, and writt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Croatia In The Eurovision Song Contest 2011
Croatia was represented at the Eurovision Song Contest 2011 with the song "Celebrate" written by Boris Đurđević and Marina Mudrinić. The song was performed by Daria. The Croatian broadcaster Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT) organised the national final ''Dora 2011'' to select the Croatian entry for the 2011 contest in Düsseldorf, Germany. Twenty-four artists competed in the national final which consisted of seven shows: four heats, a quarter-final, a semi-final and a final. Contestants were selected to advance in the competition based on the votes of a public televote. Two contestants qualified to compete in the final on 5 March 2011 where the winner was selected over two rounds of voting. In the first round, each finalist performed the three candidate Eurovision songs and one song per finalist advanced to the superfinal following the combination of votes from a three-member judging panel and a public televote. In the superfinal, "Lahor" performed by Daria was selected as the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Menart Records
Menart Records is a Slovenian full-service record label with partner companies also in Croatia and Serbia. History Menart Records started in 1996 in Slovenia only, founded by Boštjan Menart. Activities Menart Records is the exclusive Sony Music license for the territories of Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania. As a domestic label, Menart has grown in Slovenia to the leading company in popular music – dominating sales and airplay charts with acts as Atomik Harmonik, Dan D, Siddharta, Tabu, Jan Plestenjak, Magnifico, Alya, Saša Lendero, Turbo Angels, Niet, Rebeka Dremelj and Kingston. Menart has established itself on the top of the Slovenian music industry. Besides releasing physical records, Menart has started in Slovenia the download site mZone.si (early 2008). On this site Slovenian and (on a limited scale) international customers can download domestic and foreign titles. In Croatia Menart has worked in ten year the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Melodije Istre I Kvarnera
Melodije Istre i Kvarnera (in English: ''Melodies of Istria and Kvarner'') is a Croatian song contest, held annually in multiple towns in the Istria, Primorje-Gorski Kotar and Lika-Senj counties. It consists of a competition amongst previously unreleased songs. The first edition of Melodije Istre i Kvarnera (then Melodije Kvarnera - Rijeka 1964), held on 22 May 1964, was broadcast by Radio Zagreb ''Hrvatska radiotelevizija'' ( HRT), or Croatian Radiotelevision, is a Croatia, Croatian public broadcasting company. It operates several radio and television channels, over a domestic transmitter network as well as satellite. HRT is divided int ... (due to the local radio station, Radio Rijeka, boycotting the festival) and it had 14 artists participating with 18 songs. Ana Štefok won the first edition with her song "Nade" receiving 557 points from the public. Winners Public's Choice 1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 2020s Critic's Choice 1990s 2020s Reference ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
