One day before the finalEurovision Song Contest 2024, the controversy over the state's participation continues Israel – represented by the artist Eden Golan, than with the song Hurricane last night he bought the ticket for the final on Saturday – and today's dress rehearsals made no difference.
Joost Klein, singer competing for i Netherlandsdid not show up at the first dress rehearsal of tomorrow evening's final and no official information has yet been provided to the press in this regard, even if some rumors tell of a potential altercation with a photographer or a member of the Israeli delegation.
While waiting for the EBU press conference scheduled for 7pm for the official presentation of the 2024 edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest – where the hot topics of these hours will probably be touched upon – Angelina Mango she showed up unexpectedly in the press room to express her thoughts on the issue.
These are the artist's words:
“Good morning everyone. I'm here because I would like to express my thoughts in my own way and in my own words. When I arrived here I saw artists like me, who live for their music and speak through their music, and who share (with me) the same dream. Last night I performed on the incredible Eurovision stage, with my heart full of love. I went to bed so proud of myself, and proud of all of us. Today, once again, I want music to speak and this is the strongest message I can share today.”
Immediately afterwards, Angelina sang her cover of the song Imagine Of John Lennon in acoustic version, accompanied by a guitarist. The performance was filmed by the many Italian and international journalists present in the Press Center and was immediately reshared on the artist's social profiles.