According to Sabah, one of the most popular Turkish newspapers, after many meetings, the musical department of TRT has decided to bring a proposal either to Şebnem Ferah or Hadise to represent the country in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009. TRT have neither confirmed nor denied the news as yet.

It is known that TRT started the quest for the 2009 representative in the Eurovision Song Contest early when they launched an open call for ideas through their official site last month. Now, according to one of the most prestigious Turkish dailies, Sabah, the broadcaster is down to two names and will be making the official proposals soon. Two names are mentioned in the report, those of rock singer Sebnem Ferah and Hadise.

Şebnem Ferah is powerful rock singer who has many best seller albums. According to the same source, TRT consider that rock music could be quite successful in this year’s contest but what concerns them is the fact that the singer’s style might not be perfectly suitable for the contest.

Hadise, on the other hand,  is more well-known in Europe, as she lives permanently in Belgium,  and she has good stage presence. Sabah reports that TRT are concerned whether her particular style would score well with the newly introduced juries.

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