Napa's Journey to Eurovision: From Madeira to the Stage in Basel
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Napa's Journey to Eurovision: From Madeira to the Stage in Basel

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Summary:

  • Napa, a band from Madeira, won the Festival da Canção 2025 with "Deslocado".

  • Their victory sparked controversy regarding the song's suitability for Eurovision.

  • The song conveys a transversal message about leaving home for better opportunities.

  • Napa is excited to utilize Eurovision technology to enhance their performance.

  • The band aims to represent Portuguese Indie music authentically on the international stage.

Meet Napa

Napa is a band of five boys hailing from the Madeira Islands, an autonomous region in Portugal, located 970 km from Lisbon. Formerly known as Men On The Couch, they recently won the Festival da Canção 2025 with their song "Deslocado", which speaks about leaving home for better opportunities.

Portugal 2025: Napa – "Deslocado"

Controversy and Triumph

Their victory stirred controversy, as many criticized RTP (Portugal's public broadcaster) and questioned if "Deslocado" was a worthy Eurovision song. Despite the backlash, Napa remained unfazed. Band member Diogo Góis shared, "If we were solo acts, I think it'd be tougher... after three days, the hate was gone."

The Message of "Deslocado"

Some critics doubted that "Deslocado" could resonate with the Eurovision audience. However, the band emphasizes that their song is transversal and reflects the experiences of many Europeans seeking better lives abroad. João Rodrigues stated, "Who doesn't have a cousin in Sweden or a girlfriend living abroad? This is European history."

Crafting Their Performance

Napa is committed to enhancing their performance for Eurovision, ensuring the song's message is clear. They are excited about the technological possibilities at Eurovision, aiming to incorporate visuals that tell the story of their song. "We want to make sure we use these resources to tell the story of the song while keeping our essence," João added.

Napa perform at the PrePartyES 2025

Discovering Eurovision

Interestingly, Napa members are not lifelong Eurovision fans. They saw participating as a challenge and an opportunity to promote their music. João remarked, "Eurovision is a milestone in our career."

Napa perform "Enredos"

Aiming for Exposure

The band aims to showcase that there is quality music in Portugal, hoping to inspire other Indie artists. They are determined to represent Portuguese Indie music authentically at Eurovision, assuring fans they will remain focused on their music and avoid controversies during their time in Basel.

The Evolution of Napa

Founded in 2013, Napa's evolution from Men On The Couch to their current identity reflects their growth as artists. They transitioned from writing in English to Portuguese, embracing their roots while maintaining their original vibe. João emphasized, "We are not changing our concept and we hope that people also realize our authenticity."

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