Senidah, Tereza Kesovija, Miley Cyrus, and Dolly Parton on the same stage... what a show it will be!
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The upcoming ninth episode of the show 'Your Face Sounds Familiar' will feature new and unpredictable transformations.
- Contestants are preparing for their roles, which include impersonating regional music star Senidah, country icon Dolly Parton, and Croatian music diva Tereza Kesovija.
- Other notable impersonations will include the band The Prodigy and pop star Miley Cyrus.
Get ready for another spectacular episode of 'Your Face Sounds Familiar'! The ninth installment of this hit show promises a dazzling array of transformations as our talented contestants dive into the personas of some of the most iconic figures in music. The energy is palpable as they reveal their preparations, and the anticipation is building to see who will shine on stage and claim victory in this musical-scenic spectacle.
I will transform into Ms. Senidah, who has quite a difficult character. She is quite close to us men because she has that masculine energy, she is not classic, and precisely because of that, she is challenging. It will definitely be an energetic performance and very interesting in every sense. Preparations are going really well and I look forward to seeing how it all turns out in the end.
This week, we'll see Lovro Juraga step into the shoes of Senidah, a regional star known for her powerful presence and unique style. Lovro describes her as having a "difficult character" and a "masculine energy" that makes her a challenging yet exciting impersonation. Meanwhile, Laura Suฤec is set to unleash pure energy as she embodies the iconic group The Prodigy, calling it the "icing on the cake" of her energetic performances. She thrives on these wilder acts, finding them liberating and fun, a departure from showcasing vocal prowess.
I always get energetic performances, from Baby Lasagna to Indira, and this will be the icing on the cake. I've fully entered the Prodigy mood, and I really like it. I prefer such wild performances because one can really relax and have fun. Of course, as singers, we like to show off our voice, but this is something we would never normally do, and that's precisely why it's especially fun.
Nora ฤurkoviฤ is embracing the world of country music, taking on the legendary Dolly Parton. Nora feels a strong connection to Dolly's voice and style, believing she might deliver her best vocal performance yet. She aims to capture the country icon's essence without falling into caricature. Adding to the star-studded lineup, Sven Pocrniฤ faces the formidable task of impersonating the beloved Croatian music diva, Tereza Kesovija. Sven highlights the challenge of embodying her elegance and specific vocal nuances, particularly her subtle Konavle dialect, which he aims to replicate both vocally and interpretively.
Dolly is great, she is truly a country icon. I really like her voice and that specific vocal color, and I really think I might do her best out of all the transformations I've received so far, at least vocally. I think I will manage to capture her vibrato, which might suit mine well, but I hope I don't go too much into caricature. I will try to honor that transformation and I hope it turns out dignified.
Rounding out the impressive transformations, Dora Trogrliฤ will channel the electrifying energy of Miley Cyrus. Initially hesitant, Dora now feels a surprising kinship with the pop star, having grown up with her music. This episode is shaping up to be an unforgettable showcase of talent, diversity, and pure entertainment, celebrating music and performance in a way that only 'Your Face Sounds Familiar' can.
I have received a diva of Croatian music. Her very presence carries a boldness, refinement, and a specific level of femininity that is very difficult for a man to embody and portray credibly. The biggest challenge for me are actually those subtle dialectal nuances that Mrs. Tereza pays close attention to when she presents herself in public, but every now and then the Konavle dialect from her native Konavle escapes her. This is extremely interesting to me, and I will try to convey it both vocally and interpretively.
Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.