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Maskis Laulja
''Maskis Laulja'' is an Estonian reality singing competition television series based on the ''Masked Singer'' franchise which originated from the South Korean version of the show ''King of Mask Singer''. It premiered on TV3 on 15 March 2020. Production Format A group of celebrities compete anonymously on stage, singing in full costumes over a series of episodes. Each episode, a portion of the competitors are paired off into face-off competitions, in which each will perform a song of his or her choice. From each face-off, the panelists and live audience vote: the winner's safe for the week, while the loser is put up for elimination. At the end of the episode, the losers of the face-offs are then subjected to new votes of the panelists to determine who will not continue; the eliminated singer then enters a special room backstage where it turns its back to the camera, takes off its mask, then turns around to reveal his/her identity. In addition to the singing competition, hints to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reality Television
Reality television is a genre of television programming that documents purportedly unscripted real-life situations, often starring ordinary people rather than professional actors. Reality television emerged as a distinct genre in the early 1990s with shows such as ''The Real World (TV series), The Real World'', then achieved prominence in the early 2000s with the success of the series ''Survivor (franchise), Survivor'', ''Idol (franchise), Idol'', and ''Big Brother (franchise), Big Brother'', all of which became global Franchising, franchises. Reality television shows tend to be interspersed with "confessionals", short interview segments in which cast members reflect on or provide context for the events being depicted on-screen; this is most commonly seen in American reality television. Competition-based reality shows typically feature the gradual elimination of participants, either by a panel of judges, by the viewership of the show, or by the contestants themselves. Documentary ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vanapagan
In Estonian mythology, Vanatühi ("Old empty one", or alternatively, Vanapagan, "Old devil") is a/the devil or god of the underworld, a giant farmer who is more stupid than malevolent. Vanapagan is the ogre character in Estonian versions of the series of internationally known Folklore, folktales of the stupid ogre, tale types 1000–1199 in the Aarne–Thompson classification system. In these stories, he is outwitted by his servant Kaval Ants (Crafty Hans). Europe-made.com. Published by Perun-Sprint Ltd. Accessed 2008-01-09. Among these folktales is the tale of Vanapagan stealing the musical instrument belonging to the god of lightning Pikne, representing the international tale type "The Ogre Steals the Thunder's Instruments (Pipe, Sack, etc.)" (No. 114 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hey Brother
"Hey Brother" is a dance song by Swedish DJ and record producer Avicii from his debut studio album, ''True'' (2013). American bluegrass singer Dan Tyminski provides vocals for the track. It was written by Avicii, Ash Pournouri, Salem Al Fakir, Vincent Pontare and Veronica Maggio. "Hey Brother" sees Avicii giving his brother advice. The song, which serves as the album's third single, was solicited to Australian radio on 9 October 2013 and later released on 28 October in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. In March 2014, a version of the track remixed by Avicii himself was released on his remix album ''True'' (Avicii by Avicii), this time featuring new vocals from singer Salem Al Fakir. Lyric video On 1 November 2013, the lyric video for "Hey Brother" was released onto YouTube by AviciiOfficialVEVO. The video is an assortment of stock footage clips in slow motion that depict everyday moments such as popcorn popping, a woman having a snack, and people playing basketball, accompani ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jaanus Nõgisto
Jaanus Nõgisto (born 21 January 1956 in Tallinn) is an Estonian director, producer, composer and guitarist. Since 1982, he worked at Eesti Televisioon as the director of music and entertainment programs. In 2000, he created his own production company Reklaamirebased. He has been a member of several bands: * Aatomitriikraud (1972–1973) * Ruja (1973–1988) * In Spe (1980–1982) * Con Amores B (1985) * Led R (2003) * Jaanus Nõgisto ja Tõnu Timm. In 2012, he was awarded by the Order of the White Star The Order of the White Star (; ) was instituted in 1936. The Order of the White Star is bestowed on Estonian citizens and foreigners to give recognition for services rendered to the Estonian state. Design Classes The Order of the White Star ..., V Class. References Living people 1956 births Estonian film directors Estonian rock guitarists Recipients of the Order of the White Star, 5th Class Tallinn University alumni Musicians from Tallinn {{Estonia-mus ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Laine Randjärv
Laine Randjärv (before 2011 Laine Jänes; born 30 July 1964) is an Estonian politician from the Reform Party.CV at Estonian government website She was the mayor of from 23 September 2004 to 2007, and previously she was deputy mayor from 2002 to 2004. From 2007 to 2011, she served as the in 's second government. Awards * 3 December 2015 - the Armenian Medal ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Getter Jaani
Getter Jaani (born 3 February 1993) is an Estonian singer and actress. She represented Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2011 with the song "Rockefeller Street". Early life Getter was born and raised in Tallinn. In 2015, she graduated night school and was awarded a high school diploma. Besides Estonian, she also has Russian ancestry. Career Jaani first became publicly known in Estonia in 2009 as a participant in the third season of ''Eesti otsib superstaari'', the Estonian version of ''Pop Idol''. She finished fourth and her performance gained her role of Sharpay Evans in the Estonian version of ''High School Musical''. Jaani represented Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2011, with her entry "Rockefeller Street" coming in 24th place in the final. That same year, she participated as a celebrity contestant on ''Tantsud tähtedega'', the Estonian version of ''Dancing with the Stars''. In 2012, Jaani presented the scores on behalf of Estonia for the grand-finals of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liis Lemsalu
Liis Lemsalu (born October 20, 1992, in Pärnu, Estonia) is an Estonian singer. 2011 : ''Eesti otsib superstaari'' Lemsalu rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of ''Eesti otsib superstaari'', the Estonian version of Idol series. After winning, Liis went on tour with other participants of ''Eesti otsib superstaari'' and released a single ''"Kõnnime seda teed"'' together with the runner-up of the show, Artjom Savitski. She was then signed to Universal Music Group. Songs performed in ''Eesti otsib superstaari'' 2012-2015 : First album ''Liis Lemsalu'', Eesti Laul & first EP ''RULES'' After the success of her first singles such as "Shining Star" or "Wanna Get Down", Liis Lemsalu released her first album : ''Liis Lemsalu''. One of the songs was sent to Eesti Laul, Estonia's selection for the Eurovision Song Contest four times. "Made Up My Mind" was chosen among the 20 semi-finalist of Eesti Laul 2012 and reached the final finishing second of her semi-final with a firs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saara Pius
Saara Pius (née Saara Kadak; born 20 September 1990), is an Estonian stage, film and television actress and singer. Early life and education Saara Pius was born Saara Kadak in Tallinn and attended the primary schools at Katleri Primary School from 1997 until 2000 and the Audentese Private School from 2000 until 2006. Afterwards, she attended Tallinn 32 Secondary School, graduating in 2009. In 2009, she enrolled at the University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy's Department of Performing Arts, graduating in 2013.Tartu Ülikool: Viljandi kultuuriakadeemia ''Saara Kadak''. Retrieved 12 August 2018. Career Stage Following her graduation from the Viljandi Culture Academy, Pius has appeared in a number of stage productions throughout Estonia, including the ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Genka
Henry Kõrvits (born 30 December 1974 in Tallinn), better known by his stagename Genka, is an Estonian rapper, record producer and actor. Henry Kõrvits' father is musician Harry Kõrvits and his grandfather was composer and musicologist Harri Kõrvits. He began rapping in 1996 along with Revo and DJ Paul Oja, who was Genka's schoolmate. Together they started a band called Toe Tag. Their first album ''The Real Kuhnja Homophobes'' was released next year. In 1998, Genka and Revo joined another Estonian rap group, A-Rühm, and Toe Tag went on vacation. Also Genka started making his own solo songs. The most famous hit was "Tallinn", which was rapped along with Droopy in 2001. During the same year Toe Tag came back together and started a big Estonian tour. In 2004, Toe Tag released their second studio album ''Legendaarne'' ''(Legendary)'', which consisted of 18 songs. The most famous songs from the album were "Legendaarne" and "Pankrot" (Bankruptcy). In 2006, Genka and A-Rühm relea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marta Laan
Marta Laan (born 20 May 1985) is an Estonian stage, television, and film actress whose career began in the late 2000s. Early life and education Marta Laan was born and raised in Tallinn, where she attended primary and secondary schools. In 2006, she enrolled in the performing arts department of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre to study acting under course supervisor Hendrik Toompere Jr., graduating in 2010. Among her graduating classmates were: Mikk Jürjens, Liis Haab, Lauri Kaldoja, Liisa Pulk, Roland Laos, Hendrik Toompere Jr. Jr., Sandra Uusberg-Üksküla, and Kristjan Üksküla. Acting career Stage In the autumn of 2010, after graduation from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, Laan became engaged as an actress at the Estonian Drama Theatre in Tallinn, where she is still currently employed. Laan's diploma production roles include Girls' School Teacher and Typist in a production of Nikolai Evreinov's 1921 play ''The Chief Thing'', Margarita in Mikhail Bulga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hanno Pevkur
Hanno Pevkur (born 2 April 1977) is an Estonian politician who is currently the Minister of Defence. He is the former chairman of the Estonian Reform Party. He has served as the Minister of Social Affairs from 2009 to 2012, as the Minister of Justice from 2012 to 2014 and as the Minister of the Interior from 2014 to 2016. Early life Pevkur graduated from Järva-Jaani Secondary School and studied law at the Tallinn School of Economics, and at the University of Tartu. Until 2000, Pevkur worked as a lawyer. Political career From 2000 to 2005, Pevkur worked in the Nõmme City District Government, first as Administrative Secretary and later as Head of City District. From 2005 to 2007, he was on the Tallinn City Council and served as an adviser to the Minister of Justice. From 2007 to 2009, Pevkur was a member of the 11th Riigikogu and also a member of the Nõmme Administrative Council. On 23 February 2009, Pevkur replaced Maret Maripuu as the Minister of Social Affairs, after Mari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elina Nechayeva
Elina Nechayeva (; born 10 November 1991) is an Estonian soprano. She represented Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal, with the song " La forza". Career In 2009, she made her public debut in the third season of ''Eesti otsib superstaari'', where she participated, but was eliminated in the preliminary girls' round. She graduated from Tallinn French School in 2011. She participated in the ETV competition ''Klassikatähed 2014'' and was one of the three finalists. In 2016, she graduated from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre with a master's degree in classical singing. Nechayeva was one of the hosts for the semi-finals of '' Eesti Laul 2017'', along with Marko Reikop. On 3 March 2018, Nechayeva won '' Eesti Laul 2018'' with the Italian-language song " La forza", and she represented Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 and came in 8th in the Grand Final. She also made an appearance in the 2020 American musical comedy film '' Eurovision Son ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
