Samantha Mumba hoping to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2025

Six finalists are hoping to get the opportunity to represent Ireland on the biggest stage and bring home Eurovision 2025.

Samantha Mumba, Bobbi Arlo, Reylta, Adgy, EMMY, and NIYL are all vying to represent Ireland at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, which is being held in Basel, Switzerland this year.

All of the six hopefuls and their songs were unveiled on The Ray D’Arcy Show on RTÉ Radio 1 throughout the week.

The six Eurosong finalists will compete on February 7 on "The Late Late Eurosong Special" to determine who will go on to represent Ireland at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest.

They have a tough act to follow - last year, Co Cork artist Bambie Thug finished in sixth place at the Eurovision Song Contest grand final with their song "Doomsday Blue." It was Ireland's highest finish at the competition in 24 years. 

Samantha Mumba

Samantha Mumba is a distinguished Irish singer-songwriter, dancer, and actress who ascended to international acclaim at the remarkable age of 17 with her debut single, "Gotta Tell You." Her eponymous debut album sold over 4 million copies worldwide, establishing her as a formidable presence in the music industry.

Expanding her creative horizons, Mumba transitioned seamlessly into acting, earning accolades for her performances in a range of compelling films.

Samantha continues to captivate audiences with a recurring role as Paula Kenny in the fourth season of the acclaimed BBC/Acorn TV series "Harry Wild," acting alongside Jane Seymour and Rohan Nedd.

Her talents also extend to voice acting, with her portrayal of Jules in Queen Latifah’s Audible series "Technically Speaking."

Samantha Mumba's Eurosong is "My Way."

Bobbi Arlo

In a short time, Bobbi Arlo has captured the attention of the Irish music scene, earning notable support from streaming platforms and even a place on Irish sensation Niall Horan’s personal playlist.

Her songwriting is unique and passionate, with her anthemic track “Feel It” which was nominated for Song of the Year at the prestigious RTÉ Choice Music Awards.

Beyond this, Bobbi has sold-out shows in Dublin, received widespread airplay, and graced the stage at key festivals, including Spain’s Primavera.

In 2024, her rising prominence was further cemented when she was named Gay Times & Coca-Cola Artist of the Year. This honour led to performances at numerous festivals across the UK and Ireland, solidifying her place as one of the most exciting emerging artists in the scene.

Bobbi Arlo’s Eurosong is entitled "Powerplay."

Reylta

Reylta is a captivating singer-songwriter hailing from rural Ireland, whose music blends bittersweet melodies with a layered, alternative edge. Reylta’s poetic lyrics, lush string arrangements, and evocative harmonies create a soundscape that is both intimate and transcendent.

Performing with her band since 2017, Reylta released her debut single "Fools Games" in 2019. Her much-anticipated debut album "Everything Unsaved Will Be Lost" launched last October to critical acclaim, with the Irish Independent naming her “Galway’s Alt Folk Queen.”

Reylta’s Eurosong is entitled "Fire."

Adgy

Adgy is making a bold return with a fresh sound and a mission to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2025. His new single "Run into the Night" is a Celtic pop anthem written by Adgy and produced by Eurovision legend Ivan Klymenko (Kalush – Stefania, ESC 2022 winner). The Donegal-born singer-songwriter performed on Eurosong 2023 with his track “Too Good For Your Love," and since then has taken some time to develop his music and grow as an artist.

A prolific songwriter with over 12 million streams, a deal with Universal Music Group, and a publishing deal with Spirit BMG under his belt, Adgy draws inspiration from his roots in the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Adgy’s song is entitled "Run into the Night."

EMMY

EMMY is a 24-year-old Norwegian singer-songwriter. When she was seven, she started making her own songs, both alone and with her brother, who is also a singer-songwriter. 

Her career got a kick-start in 2015 when she, as a 15-year-old, participated in Melodi Grand Prix Junior, one of the biggest music competitions in her country, for children. Six years later, in 2021, she participated in Melodi Grand Prix, Norway's national selection of a song for Eurovision Song Contest. The song she performed was "Witch Woods."

Today, EMMY is especially known for singing on TikTok, and has a profile with 1.2 million followers.

EMMY's Eurosong is "Laika Party."

NIYL

NIYL is a Limerick-born artist who mixes a unique blend of emotionally fuelled vocals with an electronic sound to deliver powerful, cinematic, original works.

A lyricist who draws inspiration from his upbringing in the west of Ireland and the dramatic landscapes of the coast, NIYL writes as a means of catharsis, channelling emotions through word and song.

NIYL’s ambition is to shed light on the challenges and thrills that come with being "queer in the county." As a queer Irish artist, NIYL’s songs look to amplify queer culture in the Irish music industry with his music.

NIYL is currently in the midst of releasing his debut album "Parish Is Burning." With three releases already published, NIYL has received national recognition from publications including RTE 2FM, Today FM, Hotpress, Extra.ie, The Irish Independent, and Irish Examiner.

As a solo artist, NIYL has joined the National Geographic Concert Orchestra as a lead vocalist for their award-winning Symphony for Our World and has performed as a headline act at Irish festivals Doolin Folk Fest, Live on Air, and Go Tobann.

NIYL's Eurosong is "Growth."