Slovenia's Representative Raiven Earns Place in Eurovision Final

Raiven's stellar performance at the Eurovision semi-finals marks Slovenia's second consecutive qualification for the final, underscoring her rising star on the global stage. Taking the stage ninth in the semi-final lineup, she delivered a flawless performance, showcasing her operatic prowess and captivating presence. Ahead of the competition, Raiven had described her Eurovision journey as the pinnacle of her music career, acknowledging the weight of responsibility on her shoulders. Her dramatic performance was inspired by Slovenian historical figure Veronika Deseniška, exploring themes of love and empowerment.

In the aftermath of her show-stopping performance, Raiven believes that Europe has embraced the essence of Veronika, seeing reflections of her story in many individuals. With Slovenia, Serbia, Portugal, Ukraine, and others securing their performance in the grand final, Raiven's triumph marks a significant moment for Slovenian music on the Eurovision stage.

Let us recall: Raiven's Eurovision postcard pays homage to Celje, intertwined with the legendary figure of Veronika Deseniška. Against the backdrop of the city's historic landmarks, including Celje Castle, Josip Pelikan's glass photography studio, the City Under the City in the Regional Museum, the Celje Technopark and Krekov Square, Raiven has shown the beauties of the town to the world.

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