Prior to releasing the acclaimed video for “Arcade” back in March, Duncan Laurence had never released a song commercially. Now, Duncan has released an acoustic version of his Eurovision-winning song. The version is reminiscent of the demo that was floating around on the internet in the past couple of years. It has been two months since Duncan Laurence won the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 with “Arcade”. The song had previously existed in a more stripped-back demo form, prior to the official version being released in March. The version is accompanied by a new visual, reminiscent of the official video. Since the contest, the song has been certified double-platinum in the Netherlands. He has also embarked on a European tour and is currently work on his debut album. Who is Duncan Laurence? 24-year-old singer-songwriter Duncan Laurence graduated from the Fontys Rock Academy in Tilburg last year. He studied there as a singer, songwriter and producer and, during his studies, he also gained experience in London and Stockholm.  Duncan participated in The Voice of Holland back in 2014. He was in Ilse DeLange’s team and was eliminated just before the final. Ilse was also the one who told AVROTROS about the song …

Yesterday was Friday, which means many new releases in the music world. Also, many Eurovision artists are hard at work to get new music out in the world. On the next pages, we’ll feature some of the latest released from the Eurovision world to fill your playlists out there. Tungevaag & Raaban, Victor Crone – Take Me Away Victor Crone is one fire since Eurovision. This is already his second song after the contest and just like his other releases, it’s a BOP! This time he is teaming up with Tungevaag & Raaban. A popular DJ and music producer duo from Norway and Sweden with over 400 million streams on Spotify. “Take Me Away” is a modern EDM track with perfect production and Victors vocals fit brilliant for this. This could become a summer hit! Listen to the song below:

This week sees the release of the CGI remake of classic Disney film The Lion King. Eurovision and Melodifestivalen stars John Lundvik and Molly Hammar have taken on the classic roles of Simba and Nala. By lending their voices and vocals to the dubbed Swedish version and the soundtrack. John Lundvik and Molly Hammar become Simba and Nala As one of the all-time highest grossing animated classics, it was long overdue that The Lion King would join the growing list of Disney’s modern adaptations. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the original classic and this week the new remake hit the box office. Although the worldwide release sees global stars Beyoncé and Donald Glover take on the famous roles of Disney couple Simba and Nala, localised versions are created for regional markets with native language dubs. Fresh from Tel Aviv it is this years Swedish entrant John Lundvik that becomes the world’s most famous lion, Simba for the dubbed version – Lejonkugen in Swedish. Alongside him as Nala is Melodifestivalen 2015 and 2016 entrant, as well as Ira Losco’s backing singer for ‘Walk On Water’ in 2016, Molly Hammar. The pair took to social media to reveal their excitement …

Melodifestivalen 2018 runner-up Felix Sandman released his new song “Middle of Nowhere” just in time for the summer – and we love it! Middle of Nowhere “Middle of Nowhere” is a laid-back pop song with a surprisingly catchy chorus – the perfect sound for the summer! Felix also performed the song on Ännu mera allsång, the online exclusive continuation of the televised show Allsång på Skansen. You can watch the performance here. Felix Sandman after Melodifestivalen His first appearance in Melodifestivalen was in 2017 as a part of FO&O. They ended second last in the final with “Gotta Thing About You”. In 2018 he returned as a solo artist with “Every Single Day” and finished in second place behind Benjamin Ingrosso. Felix and Benjamin later went on tour together and released two singles: “Tror du att han bryr sig” and “Happy Thoughts”. Earlier this year, Felix made his acting debut in the Netflix show Quicksand, which ESCXTRA reported on. Needless to say, Felix has truly made a name for himself in the wake of his Melodifestivalen appearances! Is “Middle of Nowhere” your cup of tea? Would you like to see Felix return to Melodifestivalen again? Let us know in the …

It’s Friday!!! and that means we re now being treated to new music from the Eurovision bubble! Check out our favourite tracks below! Benjamin Ingrosso – Costa Rica Swedish heart-throb Benjamin Ingrosso is back with a new track ‘Costa Rica’ where he sings about how the girl she likes is focusing on finding herself in Costa Rica, while he’s in London ‘waiting for a phone call’ from her. The song is a departure from the heavier upbeat songs that Benjamin usually releases and tones it down just a little that you can still bop along to it. Spotify: Youtube:

The Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2014 runner-up, Krisia Todorova has returned with a brand new single, aged 15, called “Vitamin”. Listen to Krisia's (#JESC2014 🇧🇬) new single "Vitamin": https://t.co/Y1KJMPUuOl— BNT Eurovision Bulgaria 🇧🇬 (@bg_eurovision) July 5, 2019 After becoming the first Bulgarian act to receive a podium place at a Eurovision event in 2014, alongside the Ignatov twins, Krisia brought the Junior Eurovision Song Contest to Sofia as runners-up after Italy decided not to host the show. Krisia sang the theme song for the contest, “#Discover”, as the interval act. Almost Eurovision eligible! Of course, for many talented young vocalists who participate at Junior Eurovision, the question on many fans lips is: “when are they able to participate at Eurovision?” As Krisia was so young when she came second at the Junior contest, it isn’t until 2021 that she will be eligible to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision itself! However, Krisia has begun to embark upon her solo career now with this brand new single “Vitamin”. The young vocal starlet shows off her vocal runs as well as her ability to throw in a quality rap verse too! Who knew she had that in her?! This seems to us just the …

Summer is approaching and new music is pouring in faster than the mojito you get on the beach. It’s another wonderful New Music Friday and here are our favourite tracks of the week. Make sure you check them all out! Ultimo – Poesia per Roma An unusual start to the week… Not a summer banger, not a bop as such, but… poetry. The 23 year old Italian singer finished as runner-up in the 2019 Festival di Sanremo. He rose to fame there with his “I Tuoi Particolari”. Ever since that moment, poetry has been an important genre for him. Earlier this year, he already released some poetry put to music. His latest single is “Poesia Per Roma”. Italian spoken word, with a gentle piano playing in the back. Not for everyone, but beautiful nonetheless!

We are all crazy girls when New Music Friday comes around. So what better way to start the weekend than with Eleni Foureira’s new single ‘Loquita’. The Eurovision 2018 runner-up has teamed up with international star Claydee on this summer smash. Claydee and Eleni Foureira bring the crazy on ‘Loquita’ This sultry inviting reggaeton beats will seduce the ear of any listener and send you “Loquita” for more! The video is equally sultry with Eleni doing her usual on point choreography that climaxes to Eleni taking to a fountain to dance in! Clearly she needed cooling down from all that sultry dancing! Claydee and Eleni are no strangers, they perfomed together in 215 MAD TV Awards alongside Austalian-Lebanese artist Faydee and BO. The music video and the link to listen to the song on Spotify are below! The Music is produced by Claydee and Ted Economou The lyrics are written by Emy Perez, Eleni Foureira and Berto Lazaropoulos. Claydee, like Eleni was born in Albania and moved to Greece at a young age. He is an established music artist in Greece and Cyprus alongside other territories Spain, Russia, Poland and his native Albania. Are you crazy for Eleni Foureira’s new …

This New Music Friday is massive with LOTS of new music from some of your favorite artists. On the following pages, you will find some of this week’s new releases. This time we have many many releases for you and a big variety with something for everybody. Don’t wait too long and start listening ;) Agnes – Limelight & I Trance Swedish pop sensation Agnes returned with new music after more than four years. Today she released her brand new singles Limelight & I Trance. Both have their own brand new Agnes sound. It’s giving me some epic 80’s vibes but still very modern and unique. This is not “Release Me” Agnes sound but Agnes 2019. Talented af, brilliant and music that could go worldwide!

Flying head first into New Music Friday is music and Eurovision royalty, Céline Dion. Not flying solo, the new release ‘Flying On My Own’ also comes with a banging remix from Dave Audé! ‘Flying On My Own’ Earlier this month Céline Dion completed her 16 year residency in Las Vegas. To send off the audience with a bang, Céline treated fans to her new song ‘Flying On My Own‘. Now the Eurovision 1988 winner has officially released the new song in time for everyone’s New Music Friday playlists. Signalling a new era for a career that has spanned four decades as the Canadian singer is set to release new album Courage in November. Soaring as high the title suggests, the new single is an ear-gasmic delight of dance beats from start to finish. Even the lyrics allude to the new direction Céline is taking in her music.” There’s something shifting in the air, if I’m not mistaken.The dust is clearing everywhere, memories awaken.Céline Dion, ‘Flying On My Own’ From Caesars Palace to the night clubs of Las Vegas and beyond, this is an anthem of self empowerment and looking forward to the future. “I’m free like an eagle.” Now is …