Re: FINLAND 2013
I just listened to the songs for the 1st semi-final.
I usually prefer to listen to the songs in the live shows, but I probably won't watch UMK.
01. Colliding into you - I really liked this one. Even though it is a bit generic, it was actually very pleasant in the ear! It is nice and catchy, and Diandra's voice is cool.
It wouldnt be a sure qualifier in the ESC, but it could reach the Final. In there, I think the maximum placing would be something like 15th. It's too generic to reach a top 10, I think (remember this is just the first listening).
7.5-8/10
02. Last night - I really liked this one! I know why some people might dislike it, but I liked that disco vibe! She sings very well, and the song is catchy! The main problem is that the song is quite repetitive, but still, it's totally listenable. I actually think I prefer it to Collidng into you
I don't think it stands a chance in winning UMK though. But it could even qualify in Malmo, I think, and who knows, finish around the same position as Colliding into you would, or better.
8/10
03. Sytytä mut vaan - It is a very nice rock tune, but it isn't that special. A bit repetitive. Reminds me of Macedonia 2009. Nothing else to say really
7/10
04. Saturday night forever - Another good rock tune, this one more teen. His vocals aren't great but it kinda suits the song. Still, it should be better than the previous entry, and it could also reach the Final of the ESC, but finish mid-table as well, or even bottom 5.
7/10
05. We should be through - His vocals are great! The song itself is good, but not as good as some people say, I think. Still, it's quite epic, and it will probably grow on me. It is the one that has the highest chances of doing well in the ESC, but it could also be a flop.
7.5-8/10
06. Ilmalaivalla - The song isn't as bad as some people say, but it is nothing special. The way they say "Ilmalaivalla" is very weird though
The worst in the line-up I think.
6.5-7/10
For me , the best is "Last night" followed by "We should be through", qualifying both to the final. Not far behind is "Colliding into you", with "Saturday night forever" a distant 4th, qualifying both to the Second Chance.