Eden Golan, the dynamic singer-songwriter who captivated global audiences at Eurovision 2024 with her electrifying performance and earned an impressive fifth place, continues to chart an exciting path in the music world. Known for her emotive lyrics, striking stage presence, and genre-blending sound, Eden’s work resonates far beyond borders. In this issue of Schön! Switzerland, themed Jungle, we dive into her creative world—exploring the raw emotion behind her songs, the inspiration she draws from personal experience, and what lies ahead in her evolving musical journey.
Looking back on your Eurovision experience, what do you think allowed you to connect so strongly with such a wide audience?
Staying grounded and tuning out the noise. I chose to focus on the positivity—the love I received from people around the world and the support from my community. That kept me centered throughout the process.
How has Eurovision 2024 shaped your artistic direction and what’s next for you?
It was an emotional whirlwind, but a deeply inspiring one. I grew a lot during that time—musically and personally. It gave me fresh motivation, and I can’t wait to share the new songs I’ve been working on. You’ll definitely hear the evolution in my upcoming work.
Your music often feels rich and immersive, much like our issue’s theme: Jungle. How do you translate emotion and imagery into your sound?
Music is my language—it’s how I process what I feel. I use specific sounds, tones, and lyrics to bring emotions to life. Whether it’s joy, heartbreak, or something in between, every track holds a piece of me.
What inspires you when you’re creating? Are there particular places, people, or memories that influence your sound?
Life, in all its ups and downs. Every song begins with something personal—an emotion or a moment I’ve lived through. Music is where I can be the most honest. I’m also really drawn to the early 2000s pop and R&B sound—it’s nostalgic and energizing creatively.
Is there a particular performance or song that holds deep meaning for you?
Yes—when I performed “October Rain” for the very first time at Hostage Square and called for the return of all the Israeli hostages. It was an incredibly difficult moment, yet one of the most meaningful performances I’ve ever done. The emotion in the air was overwhelming, and I’ll never forget the weight and significance of that night.
What can fans look forward to from you in the near future? Any new music or projects on the way?
Yes! My new single Wait For You is out now—and there’s much more to come. I’m working on new material, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear it.
Our Jungle theme touches on complexity, beauty, chaos, and growth. Does that resonate with your creative journey?
Completely. Being an artist is like navigating a jungle—full of surprises, twists, and unexpected beauty. You never quite know what’s around the corner, and that’s what makes it so thrilling.
photography. Ben Abarbanel
fashion + art direction. Yana Echko
talent. Eden Golan
talent manager. Julie Singer
hair. Kazuto Shimomura
make up. Andi Bisbal
fashion assistants. Maksim Mizgirev + Heena Salwan
production. Lyor Amar International x Yana Echko
videographer. Gulnaz Ahmadi
location. Love Studios NYC
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