ESCUNITED has a possible opportunity for one or two people who want to go to the EUROVISION party in AMSTERDAM. People who want to attend and want press accreditation for the event, should contact us at ESCUNITED and we will select those who can cover the event on our behalf. So if you want to meet the particpating acts …
France & Armenia reveal their artists
Two big announcements in one day: Both France and Armenia officially revealed their representatives. Armenia decided to send Gor Sujyan, a famous rock singer after some back and forth between Internal Selection and National Final announcements. We are happy to welcome Gor back to the Eurovision Stage, he previously was a backup singer for Eva Rivas who represented …
ESCUNITED is going to Malmo!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It is official: ESCUNITED is going to be in Malmo, Sweden. The merger of OGAE World and ESCFORUMS is off to a great start; three individuals have just received their press accreditation and will be reporting live from Malmo starting May 4th until May 19th. This is a big honor and it’s only appropriate to give a big THANK YOU …
Malmo – An introduction to the ESC 2013 host city
We all know by now that next year’s contest will be held in Malmo, Sweden. As you can imagine, most people are not too familiar with this city so I decided to use this opportunity and introduce the host city of 2013 to our readers. What and where in the heck is Malmo? Malmö is the third largest city …
When the music dies: Disqualified and rejected songs of the Eurovision Song Contest (Part 2)
Many countries elect to utilize a national final to determine which artist(s) and which song will represent them at the Eurovision Song Contest. However, like so many things with Eurovision, you never know what’s going to happen, and in some cases, the song that is originally chosen can change. This is the second of two articles that will explore songs …
When the music dies: Disqualified and rejected songs of the Eurovision Song Contest (Part 1)
Many countries elect to utilize a national final to determine which artist(s) and which song will represent them at the Eurovision Song Contest. However, like so many things with Eurovision, you never know what’s going to happen, and in some cases, the song that is originally chosen can change. This is the first of two articles that will explore …
Hungary – Listen to the songs Part 2
The Hungarian broadcaster MTV has released all 30 songs and for your convenience, we have them all ready for your viewing (and listening) pleasure. “A Dal” Finale will take place on March 2nd. The 30 songs will divided into three group and 6 songs from each group will move on to the Semi Finals. Click here to listen to the …
Hungary – Listen to the songs – Part 1
The Hungarian broadcaster MTV has released all 30 songs and for your convenience, we have them all ready for your viewing (and listening) pleasure. “A Dal” Finale will take place on March 2nd. The 30 songs will divided into three group and 6 songs from each group will move on to the Semi Finals. Here are the first 15 songs, …
Interview with Anton Malmberg Hård (composer of Melodifestivalen 2013 entries “Begging” and “Heaertstrings”)
We at OGAE RoW were lucky enough to interview Anton Malmberg Hård, composer of Melodifestivalen 2013 entries “Begging” (Anton Ewald) and “Heaertstrings” (Janet Leon). These two entries have been considered early favorites to making it to the finals! OGAE: Hello Anton. First off, congratulations of having not one, but two songs make it to Melodifestivalen 2013! How …
“Wait! Did you see that?!”: Memorable stage screw-ups at the Eurovision Song Contest
Those were the words that came out of my mouth during Spain’s performance from the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a figure dressed in black come onto stage and took part in the choreography. As he ran off stage, I motioned to my friend, Michael, who nonchalantly replied, “Saw what?” …