January, 2025 ‣ The Gayly Mirror

Basel JJ from Austria to Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel!

30Jan

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Basel JJ from Austria to Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel!

Austria’s Basel JJ is Coming for That Eurovision Crown – And We’re Here for It! 🎤✨🇦🇹 Hold onto your wigs, darlings, because Austria has just served us Basel JJ as their Eurovision 2025 act, and we are absolutely gagging! The Austrian broadcaster ORF has pulled a fierce move, selecting this Jordanian-born, Vienna-based musical powerhouse to shake up the competition in Switzerland. And let’s be real, with a name like Basel JJ, you just know he’s bringing the flavour, the drama, and the vocals to slay that Eurovision stage. 🕺 Who is Basel JJ? If you’re not yet familiar with him – first of all, shame on you – but don’t worry, babes, we got you. Basel JJ is not just a pretty face (although, let’s take a moment to appreciate that jawline 👀), but he’s also got the voice and the stage presence ...

We can’t forget, we won’t forget: The Holocaust and the Pink Triangles.

27Jan

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We can’t forget, we won’t forget: The Holocaust and the Pink Triangles.

Remembering the Pink Triangles: The Forgotten Stories of Queer Suffering in the Holocaust Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we reflect on one of the darkest chapters in human history – not just to remember the millions who perished but to honour the often-overlooked stories of queer individuals who suffered under the Nazi regime. Among the countless lives destroyed, a specific group bore a unique mark of hatred: the pink triangle. The pink triangle, now reclaimed as a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and resilience, was once a badge of unimaginable horror. It marked gay men in Nazi concentration camps – men whose only “crime” was their love, identity, or defiance of societal norms. Their stories, silenced for decades, deserve to be told, heard, and remembered. Being Gay Under t...

Luxembourg Song Contest 2025 crowned a winner: Laura Thorn is heading to Basel!

26Jan

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Luxembourg Song Contest 2025 crowned a winner: Laura Thorn is heading to Basel!

Luxembourg’s Eurovision 2025 Selection: The Return of a Legend – Let’s Spill the Tea, Darlings! Oh, huns, gather round because Luxembourg is BACK, and they’re ready to serve Eurovision realness like it’s 1983 all over again! After a 40-year hiatus, the Grand Duchy has decided to return to the Eurovision Song Contest in style, and this time, they’re pulling out all the stops. If you thought Luxembourg was just tiny and bougie, babes, think again. This little nation has a history in Eurovision that’s chef’s kiss iconic. So let’s dive into the glitz, the drama, and why everyone should be perched for their 2025 representative selection. Trust me, it’s the kind of Eurovision gossip that even Graham Norton would clutch his pearls over. https://youtu.be/LVHu_KwHiKY Luxembourg at Eurovisio...

Ireland Eurosong 2025 finally revealed the line up!

26Jan

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Ireland Eurosong 2025 finally revealed the line up!

Ireland Eurosong 2025: A Line-Up That’s Giving It Large, Huns! Darlings, Eurosong 2025 is upon us, and trust me, the tea is hot, the wigs are snatched, and the competition is set to be camp AF. On 7th February, six fabulous acts will hit The Late Late Show stage, all desperate for a ticket to slay in Basel, Switzerland. Let’s get into the goss about these icons and their bangers – because we’re not here for beige, babes. Bobbi Arlo – “Powerplay” Ah, Bobbi, our club queen with the glitteriest of grooves! This gal’s been smashing it with her fearless energy and beats that could resurrect a dead dancefloor. With “Powerplay,” she’s serving a feast of empowerment, layered with synths sharper than a drag queen’s contour. Her credentials? She’s already snagged a nomination at the RTÉ Choice Mu...

Melody Grand Prix 2025: Norway is getting ready for Eurovision 2025 with these 9 acts!

24Jan

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Melody Grand Prix 2025: Norway is getting ready for Eurovision 2025 with these 9 acts!

Norway’s Melody Grand Prix 2025: The Scandi Queens Are Back to Snatch Eurovision Glory! 🇳🇴✨ Darlings, pack your skis and prepare for some frosty fierceness, because Norway has dropped the nine fabulous bangers competing in Melodi Grand Prix 2025! These Nordic pop divas, power balladeers, and electro kings are all battling for the ultimate crown: a golden ticket to Basel for Eurovision. Let’s spill the tea, kiki about the acts, and get hyped for this Scandinavian showdown. Spoiler: It’s about to get very fabulous. The 9 MGP 2025 Entries: Who’s Serving What? Bobbysocks – "Joyful" 🎤 The iconic duo that snatched Eurovision victory in 1985 with "La det swinge" is back to make us groove once more. Hanne Krogh and Elisabeth Andreassen are serving us a nostalgic bop that's as bubbly as a fre...

Vibdir 2025: Ukraine’s Line Up for Eurovision Song Contest 2025

23Jan

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Vibdir 2025: Ukraine’s Line Up for Eurovision Song Contest 2025

Ukraine’s Vidbir 2025: A Fierce Line-Up Ready to Slay Eurovision Again! 🇺🇦✨ Grab your glitter and pop the prosecco, babes! Ukraine is back and ready to gag us all with their Vidbir 2025 line-up. Known for serving drama, talent, and Eurovision excellence (we see you, Kalush Orchestra 👀), this year’s selection is set to be nothing short of iconic. Shall we dive into the tea, darlings? Let’s spill! 1. Alina Star – "Beyond the Horizon" 🌅 Miss Alina Star is giving us a soaring power ballad with cinematic strings and a chorus that screams “Eurovision winner vibes.” Her voice? Pure perfection. This is one for the emotional queens out there. 2. Zirka – "Neon Nights" 💡 Zirka, the electro-pop diva we didn’t know we needed, is bringing futuristic bops to the stage. Think lasers, dance beats,...

Festival Da Canção 2025: all entries released!

23Jan

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Festival Da Canção 2025: all entries released!

Festival da Canção 2025: Portugal’s Serving Sass, Song & Spectacle! 🇵🇹✨ Darlings, it’s that time of year again when Portugal’s finest vocal divas, sultry crooners, and genre-bending innovators come together to fight for the golden ticket to Eurovision! Festival da Canção 2025 is upon us, and let me tell you—this year’s line-up is dripping with talent, drama, and some serious fado-infused fabulousness. Ready to spill the tea? Let’s dive into the rundown of this year’s contestants, their songs, and why you absolutely must tune in. The Entries: The Stars of 2025 Semi-Final 1 – 22 February 2025: Du Nothin – "Sobre Nós" Bringing smooth vibes and heartfelt lyrics, Du Nothin is set to captivate with this soulful tune. Perfect for those late-night feels. https://youtu.be/aS6phFb9djU ...

Yuval Raphael will represent Israel 🇮🇱 at Eurovision Song Contest 2025

23Jan

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Yuval Raphael will represent Israel 🇮🇱 at Eurovision Song Contest 2025

Yuval Raphael: Israel’s Shining Star for Eurovision 2025! 🇮🇱✨ Hold onto your wigs, folks, because Israel has just dropped a Eurovision bombshell, and it’s fiercer than ever! The stunning and incredibly talented Yuval Raphael will be flying the Israeli flag this year, and we’re already obsessed. A true star with a voice like honey and a story that will give you all the feels—she’s exactly what Eurovision dreams are made of. From Darkness to Spotlight: Yuval’s Journey Yuval’s rise to Eurovision glory isn’t just another tale of talent. It’s a testament to strength, resilience, and determination. The 24-year-old captured hearts on Israel’s “HaKokhav HaBa” (The Next Star), a fierce singing competition that’s launched some of Israel’s most iconic Eurovision entries. But what makes her journey...

Benidorm Fest 2025 – our Spanish Eurovision 2025 Showdown!

22Jan

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closeUp, Entertainment, Eurovision

Benidorm Fest 2025 – our Spanish Eurovision 2025 Showdown!

Benidorm Fest 2025: The Sass, The Singers, and the Spanish Eurovision Showdown We’re Living For! 🇪🇸🎤 Grab your glitter, darlings, because Benidorm Fest 2025 is upon us, and the Spanish Eurovision selection is serving up enough drama, divas, and high notes to keep us gagging until May. This year’s competition promises to be muy caliente, with a lineup hotter than the Costa Blanca in August and enough goss to keep the Eurovision gays busy for weeks. Let’s spill the tea, shall we? ☕✨ Benidorm Fest 2025: Meet the Contestants and Mark Your Calendars! 🎤🇪🇸 ¡Hola, Eurofans! The excitement is building as Benidorm Fest 2025 approaches, Spain's sizzling selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. Here's the lowdown on the participants, their songs, and the all-important dates you need to jot do...

Redefining Identity with a podcast: I-Dentit-IS!

22Jan

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Redefining Identity with a podcast: I-Dentit-IS!

🎙️ I-Dentit-IS: The Podcast That’s Redefining Identity One Fabulous Story at a Time! 🌈 Darling, grab a cuppa and let’s spill some proper tea about a podcast that’s got everyone talking – I-Dentit-IS! Whether you’re questioning, exploring, or strutting your true colours like a Pride parade grand marshal, this podcast is the ultimate go-to for anyone on their journey of self-acceptance. 🌟 The premise? It’s all about identities, innit? From those “aha!” moments of realising who you truly are, to the fierce battles of breaking societal norms, I-Dentit-IS serves up unapologetic, inspiring stories from people who’ve walked the walk and sashayed the sashay. Expect honesty, sass, and a whole lotta heart! 💡 Why You NEED This Podcast in Your Life We all face the big question: Who am I? And bab...