Lithuania has chosen! Katarsis will fly the country’s flag at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, after winning the grand final of Eurovizija.LT 2025. The band triumphed in the superfinal, defeating strong competition from Liepa and Lion Ceccah.
Eurovizija.LT 2025: Lithuania’s journey to Eurovision
LRT, the Lithuanian national broadcaster, hosted the grand final of Eurovizija.LT 2025 at the Žalgirio Arena in Kaunas, the largest indoor venue in Lithuania. This year’s revamped national selection spanned six consecutive weeks, featuring a total of six shows to determine the country’s representative for Eurovision 2025.
A total of 10 artists competed in the final, each vying for the coveted ticket to Basel. The voting process consisted of two rounds. In the first round, a combination of jury and public votes (each accounting for 50% of the total score) determined the three superfinalists: Katarsis, Liepa, and Lion Ceccah. The second round was an exclusive public vote, where Katarsis emerged victorious with their song “Tavo Akys”, earning them the honor of representing Lithuania in Eurovision 2025.
Eurovizija.LT 2025 – Grand Final Results
| Artist | Song | Total Phase I | Jury Score | Jury Points | Televote Score | Televote Points | Superfinal Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katarsis | Tavo Akys | Superfinalist | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1st |
| Lion Ceccah | Drobė | Superfinalist | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2nd |
| Liepa | Ar Mylétum | 14 | 79 | 7 | 6,964 | 7 | 3rd |
| Black Biceps | Visalp Man Reik | 13 | 70 | 5 | 8 | 5 | – |
| Amoralu | Freedom | 12 | 8 | – | 2,298 | 4 | – |
| Gøya | After Storm | 11 | 77 | 6 | 2,389 | 5 | – |
| Anyanya | Running Out Of Time | 8 | 68 | 2 | 3,046 | 6 | – |
| Petunija | Į Saldumą | 7 | 69 | 4 | 1,807 | 3 | – |
| Sophie Ali | The Bluest Bell | 5 | 68 | 3 | 1,726 | 2 | – |
| Justė Baradulinaitė | Tired | 2 | 40 | 1 | 915 | 1 | – |
| Gebrasy | Whole | 0 | 38 | – | 659 | – | – |
| Noy | Just Take Me On A Date | 0 | 15 | – | 589 | – | – |
Superfinal Voting Results:
| Rank | Artist | Song | Superfinal Votes |
| 1st | Katarsis | Tavo Akys | 9,374 (61%) |
| 2nd | Lion Ceccah | Drobė | 3,828 (25%) |
| 3rd | Liepa | Ar Mylétum | 2,198 (14%) |
Who are Katarsis? Meet Lithuania’s Eurovision 2025 representatives
Katarsis is a Lithuanian band known for their distinctive fusion of dark alternative music and post-punk influences. Their signature sound blends emotionally charged compositions with intense climactic moments, creating a hypnotic and cathartic listening experience.
The band consists of:
- Lukas Radzevičius (guitar, vocals)
- Andrius Gruodis (guitar, backing vocals)
- Emilija Kandratavičiūtė (bass)
- Eivin Laukhammer (drums)
Their discography includes songs such as “Vasara galvoj minoras,” “Niekas,” “Spengia Galvoje,” “Rasa,” and “DES,”showcasing their evolving musical identity rooted in post-punk and alternative genres.
Katarsis actively engages with their fanbase on social media, sharing updates and new music. Their evocative sound and powerful live performances have established them as one of Lithuania’s most intriguing alternative acts. Now, they are set to bring their unique artistry to the Eurovision 2025 stage in Basel!
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