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Serbian Representatives Reveal Their Thoughts on Our Eurovision Song, Here's What They Said
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Serbian Representatives Reveal Their Thoughts on Our Eurovision Song, Here's What They Said

From Večernji List · (5m ago) Croatian Positive tone

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Serbia's Eurovision representatives, the metal band Lavina from Niš, will perform their first song in Serbian, "Kraj mene."
  • The band, formed in 2020, was selected with maximum points from both jury and public in Serbia's national selection.
  • Lavina aims to showcase Serbia's strong alternative music scene and the expressive power of the metal genre at Eurovision.

The upcoming Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna presents a unique opportunity for Serbia, not just to compete, but to make a bold statement with its musical representation. The choice of the metal band Lavina, hailing from Niš, to perform their first-ever Serbian-language song, "Kraj mene," is a significant cultural moment.

You can expect a lot of fire!

— Luka Aranđelović (vocalist of Lavina)Aranđelović describes what the audience can expect from their Eurovision performance.

As a Serbian publication, we view this selection with pride and anticipation. Lavina's journey to Eurovision, marked by a perfect score from both the jury and the public in the national selection, underscores the growing appreciation for alternative music within Serbia. Their status as the first Serbian metal band to grace the Eurovision stage is a testament to their dedication and the genre's increasing visibility.

We want to emphasize that Serbia has excellent alternative performers. And that even though metal is not the most popular genre, we have serious bands that sound world-class and work on their music passionately and with a lot of love, mostly without any benefit.

— Luka Aranđelović (vocalist of Lavina)Aranđelović explains the band's mission to showcase Serbian alternative music talent.

The decision to perform in Serbian is particularly noteworthy. While Eurovision traditionally encourages diverse languages, the band's commitment to their native tongue, especially for a song born from personal struggle and therapeutic expression, speaks volumes about their artistic integrity and connection to their roots. This move challenges the notion that international success requires assimilation into English-language norms.

We want to emphasize the sincerity and expressiveness of the metal genre and show people that it is not something that should be demonized and run away from.

— Luka Aranđelović (vocalist of Lavina)Aranđelović elaborates on their goal to change perceptions of the metal genre.

Lavina's stated goal – to highlight Serbia's vibrant alternative music scene and the raw honesty of metal – is something we wholeheartedly support. They aim to dispel stereotypes associated with the genre, presenting it as a passionate and expressive art form rather than something to be feared. Their performance is not just about winning; it's about cultural representation and showcasing the depth and diversity of Serbian creativity on a global platform.

The song 'Kraj mene' was created like most of our songs – out of a personal need to express ourselves and out of love for music. The text was written last year, during a difficult period for me, and represents a kind of confession and therapy.

— Luka Aranđelović (vocalist of Lavina)Aranđelović explains the personal inspiration and therapeutic nature behind their Eurovision entry.
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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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