Lithuania has revamped its national pre-selection format for Eurovision 2024, moving from the traditional “Pabandom iš Naujo” to the newly branded “Eurovizija.lt”. This year’s lineup features a striking array of 40 acts, showcasing the depth and diversity of Lithuania’s musical talent. Notable among them are the French-born X Factor Lithuania winner Antoine Wend and several returnees, including Kotryna Juodzevičiūtė, a familiar face from previous national finals.
The Spotlight on The Roop
Generating significant excitement is the inclusion of The Roop, a band that has dramatically increased Lithuania’s Eurovision 2024 winning odds. Known for their distinct style and previous Eurovision appearances, The Roop continues to captivate audiences, both domestically and internationally. Their participation adds a layer of anticipation to this year’s contest, setting the stage for a dynamic and unpredictable competition.
Lithuania’s Eurovizija.lt 2024 — The 40 competing acts
1. Agnė Buškevičiūtė „Puppeteer“
2. Aistay „You“
3. Aistè „Hero“
4. Andrius Pojavis „Sing me a hug“
5. Antoine Wend „Say No More“
6. Anžela „Paskubėk“
7. April Frey „New Years“
8. „Baltos varnos“ „In the Night“
9. „Clockwork Creep“ „Empty“
10. Danielė „Cold Shower“
11. Deividas Valma „Blood On Your Hands“
12. Eley „Rock My Body“
13. Emilija V „Trophy Wife“
14. Freya Alley „Serenade“
15. „Hansanova“ „Dragons and rainbows“
16. „Il Senso“ „Time“
17. Kàro „Weightless“
18. Kasparas „Fool“
19. Kotryna „Let‘s get lost“
20, Lina Štalytė „Perfect“
21. Luka „Move On“
22. Mary Mo „Done“
23. Martin „Jigsaw“
24. MeidĖ „Zoo“
25. Monika Marija „Starting Tommorow“
26. „Multiks“ „Vėjas galvoje“
27. Paula Urbana „It Is What It Is“
28. Petras „Run“
29. „Pluie de Comètes“ „Be careful“
30. „Queens of Roses“ „Walk through fire“
31. „Shower“ „Impossible“
32. Sid Hallow „Here We Go Again“
33. Silvester Belt „Luktelk“
34. „Sun Francisco“ „Trauka“
35. „The Roop“ „Simple Joy“
36. Thomas G „Us“
37. „VB gang“ „KABOOM!!!”
38. Vilija „Save Me“
39. „Žalvarinis“ „Gaudė Vėjai”
40. Živilė Gedvilaitė „Save Me“
Funding and Regulations
The national broadcaster, LRT, has allocated a budget of 1,500 euros per act for staging their performances. This funding underscores LRT’s commitment to producing a visually and musically impressive show, enhancing each act’s chances of captivating the Eurovision audience. Additionally, all participants have agreed to a set of rules laid out by LRT, including the requirement for the 2nd to 5th place finalists to participate in a concert to support the eventual winner’s Eurovision journey. This collaborative spirit is a hallmark of Lithuania’s approach to Eurovision, fostering a sense of community and mutual support among artists.
