Erika Vikman: The hot favorite of the Eurovision Song Contest!

Erika Vikman: The hot favorite of the Eurovision Song Contest!

Moskau, Russland - This day, May 17, 2025, the Eurovision Song Contest takes place in full splendor. The event, which attracts numerous fans from all over Europe, is moderated by Sandra Studer, Michelle Hunziker and Hazel Brugger. Among the competitors is the Finnish singer Erika Vikman, who is considered one of the favorites with her contribution "I come", and not least because of her daring performance.

The competition started with a colorful range of talents. Kyle Alessandro from Norway started with the song "Lighter", followed by the Luxembourg singer Laura Thorn, who convinced with "La Poupée Monte Le Son". Tommy Cash from Estonia performed with "Espresso Macchiato", while Yuval Raphael from Israel and Katarsis from Lithuania entered the stage with their songs "New Day" and "Tavo Akys".

insights into the participants

Overall, many artists from different nations present themselves. The Spanish contribution comes from Melody with her lively song "Esa Diva", whereas the Ukrainian twins Danyjil and Walentyn Leschnskyj enchant the audience with "Bird of Pray". Another highlight is the appearance of the Austrian duo Arbor & Tynna, which competes with "Baller".

• First participant: Kyle Alessandro from Norway with "Lighter"
• Second participant: Laura Thorn from Luxembourg with "La Poupée Monte Le Son"
• Third participants: Tommy Cash from Estonia with "Espresso Macchiato"
• fourth participant: yuval Raphael from Israel with "New Day Will Rise"
• Spanish contribution: melody with "Esa Diva"
• Post by Remembermay: "What the Hell just happened?"
• Austrian: JJ with "Wasted Love"
• German contribution: arbor & tynna from Austria with "Baller"
• Greek contribution: Klavdia with "Asteromáta" and dramatic staging

Although Russia has not been able to participate in the competition in recent years, the Eurovision Song Contest remains an exciting platform for musical diversity and performance for many. Russia took part in the ESC for the first time in 1994 and took part a total of 24 times by 2023. The country managed to reach the top ten 14 times. The only victory in Russia was in 2008 with Dima Bilan and the song "Believe".

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) excluded Russia on February 25, 2022 from the ESC, after the Russian armed forces invaded to Ukraine. This was a concise turning point in the history of the competition, which aims to promote unity and peace through music. Nevertheless, the competition remains a highlight in the European cultural calendar, and the participants show their best performance.

With top -class articles and a great atmosphere, the Eurovision Song Contest once again promises an unforgettable experience. The spectators worldwide are excited to see which artist will hold the coveted trophy in their hands.

The tension will focus primarily on the appearance of Erika Vikman, which is considered one of the main attractions of this year. How she is in competition will be shown while the Europeans come together again to celebrate the concept of the ESC associated with music.