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Ben Dolic
Dolic in 2023
Dolic in 2023
Background information
Birth nameBenjamin Dolić
Born (1997-05-04) 4 May 1997 (age 27)
Ljubljana, Slovenia
GenresPop, R&B
Occupation(s)Singer, Songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, piano, guitar
Years active2016–present
Websitebendolic.com

Benjamin Dolić (born 4 May 1997), known professionally as Ben Dolic, is a Slovenian singer.[1][2] He gained popularity in Germany after his participation in the eighth season of The Voice of Germany. Dolic would have represented Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 held in Rotterdam with the song "Violent Thing" before it was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Career

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Early career

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At the age of 12, Dolic was a contestant in Slovenija ima talent, the Slovenian version of Got Talent, in which he reached the semi-final.[1] He then began competing in numerous song festivals for children, such as the Turkish Olympics, where he won a silver medal and headed on tour around Turkey, performing in stadiums and arenas for up to 40,000 people. While in high school, he became part of the group D Base. With the group he participated in EMA 2016, the Slovenian preselection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2016.[1]

2018: The Voice of Germany

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In 2018, Dolic auditioned for the eighth season of The Voice of Germany with the song "No Tears Left to Cry" by Ariana Grande. He caught the interest of judges Yvonne Catterfeld and Mark Forster and headed into the next round joining team Yvonne. This led him all the way to the final, where Ben performed with Swedish Pop star Zara Larsson and finished second, behind the winner Samuel Rösch. Ben embarked upon The Voice of Germany Live in Concert Tour and performed in multiple arenas across Germany and Austria.

2020: Eurovision Song Contest

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On 27 February 2020, the German broadcaster ARD announced that Dolic had been internally selected to represent Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 held in Rotterdam, Netherlands with the song "Violent Thing".[3] The single was Ben’s debut release and very quickly made its way into the German airplay charts, major Spotify editorial playlists and was a fan favourite for the competition. However, on 18 March, 2020, the event was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [4]

Discography

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Extended plays

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Title Details
How I'm Feeling

Singles

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Title Year Album or EP
"Violent Thing" 2020 Non-album singles
"Stuck in My Mind" 2021
"Kissing Her, Missing You" 2022
"Breakaway"
"Come By"
"Headspace" 2023 How I'm Feeling
"How I'm Feeling"
"Alright" 2024
"Still the Same"
"Colours"[6]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Nemčijo bo na Evroviziji predstavljal Slovenec Benjamin Dolić". Dnevnik (in Slovenian). 28 February 2020. Retrieved 28 February 2020.
  2. ^ "Ben Dolic". Universal Music (Germany) (in German). 27 February 2020. Retrieved 26 June 2023.
  3. ^ Rahn, Florian (27 February 2020). "Ben Dolic will sing 'Violent Thing' for Germany at Eurovision 2020". Wiwibloggs. Retrieved 27 February 2020.
  4. ^ "Official EBU statement & FAQ on Eurovision 2020 cancellation". European Broadcasting Union (EBU). 18 March 2020. Archived from the original on 18 March 2020. Retrieved 18 March 2020.
  5. ^ "how i'm feeling EP - EP by Ben Dolic". Spotify. Retrieved 9 October 2024.
  6. ^ "New music this week: Songs from Windows95Man, Marina Satti, Mustii and more". wiwibloggs. 8 December 2024. Retrieved 13 November 2024.
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Preceded by
S!sters
with "Sister"
 Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest
2020 (cancelled) 		Succeeded by
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