From Eurovision King to Inclusive Music Festival Headliner: Guildo Horn's New Organic Groove
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Rivalry is not my domain - "Guildo Dissociates from Eurovision Contest": Guildo Rifts from Eurovision Song Contest
German Grand-Prix Star Guildo Horn from two decades ago doesn't vibe with today's Eurovision Song Contest (ESC). In a candid conversation with RedaktionsNetzwerk Deutschland (RND), the 62-year-old declares, "This ain't my scene no more." He admits to feeling "too ancient for it" and feeling underwhelmed last year by the contestants and their reliance on video walls as a primary stage element. Horn identifies as a "purist" who prefers traditional, melodic music with a handcrafted touch.
The Eurovision alum will instead delight crowds at an inclusive music festival in Trier on May 17, the night of the ESC final. "Being inclusive matters to me," he shares. Joining him will be a disabled band, reaffirming his longstanding advocacy for the inclusion of marginalized individuals.
Horn's Newfound Reverence for Abor & Tynna
Horn, a Trier native, cheers on Germany's Eurovision hopefuls Abor & Tynna. "Talented pair, they've got charisma for days," he says. While their musical style isn't his usual jam, he's got their backs.
After earning a pedagogy degree, Horn made a name for himself as a music therapist and a vocal advocate for the disabled community. In 1998, he sparkled in the Eurovision limelight, placing seventh for Germany with his rendition of "Guildo has you love!". Horn currently resides in the Bergisches region near Cologne.
- Guildo Horn
- Eurovision Song Contest
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[Enrichment Data: Guildo Horn, once a grand Eurovision performer, has evolved into an advocate for inclusivity. After reaching seventh place in the 1998 Eurovision, Horn established himself as a vocal supporter of people with disabilities through his work as a music therapist. Horn's upcoming performance at an inclusive music festival underscores his commitment to promoting marginalized communities. Additionally, Horn's eclectic and humorous stage presence, including the use of props like cowbells and climbing stage lighting gantries, remains a signature aspect of his performances.
The Eurovision of 2025 is generating buzz with speculation about possible guest performances, such as a possible appearances by Céline Dion in Basel. While no connection between Horn's festival performance and the Eurovision finale's guest lineup has been confirmed, fans of the eccentric German performer eagerly await his return to the stage. ]
- The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, with Guildo Horn leading the way in championing inclusivity through his upcoming performance at an inclusive music festival.
- Despite no longer feeling a connection with the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC), Horn remains supportive of current contestants like Abor & Tynna, describing their talent and charisma.
- Although Eurovision is a display of modern entertainment and fame, with celebrities like Guildo Horn making their mark, Horn prefers the traditional, vintage elements of melodic music with a handcrafted touch.
- As a former Eurovision participant and a music therapist, Horn uses his platform to describe the importance of inclusion, particularly in the entertainment industry, where he collaborates with disabled bands to push for greater representation of marginalized individuals.
