In 2010, the Romanian duo Paula Seling and Ovi Jacobsen managed to achieve a third place in Eurovision Song Contest in Oslo. Yesterday a teaser for the new song “Miracle” was posted on youtube, possibly the official entry to represent Romania in Copenhagen in May. According to the rumours Paula and Ovi have been in contact with the Romanian TV …
The Language Rule: How much does English help?
The content of this editorial does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of ESC United, its editorial board or its readers. Starting in 1999, the EBU allowed countries to sing in any language, whereas before songs had to be in a country’s native language(s). Because English is a widely spoken second language, the older rule gave an unfair advantage …
Germany’s lineup unleashes a social Media buzz
The German broadcaster NRD revealed seven of the eight names taking part in the German selection process of the Eurovision Song Contest. One of these acts will travel to Copenhagen in May to represent their country at the most popular song festival in the world. One more act will be revealed at a later point which is going to be …
20 Finalists for Eesti Laul
Estonian national broadcaster Eesti Rahvusringhääling (ERR), revealed via Eurovision.tv, the 20 finalists for their much-anticipated national final Eesti Laul. The qualifying singers, their songs, and the writers are: August Hunt – “Kus On EXIT?” – August Hunt Brigita Murutar – “Laule Täis Taevakaar” – Rainer Michelson, Feliks Kütt Kõrsikud – “Tule Ja Jää” – Kõrsikud Lauri Pihlap – “Lootus” – Lauri …
Russia: New date for KTO (Who)
The Russian broadcaster has received more applications for their preselection than expected. As a result, the current deadline will now be extended. The previous plan was to air KTO (“Who”) on the 31st of December in order to let the Russian public pick their Eurovision 2014 representative. The new date has not been revealed but the national final is due …
Hungary: A Dal participants announced
The Hungarian public broadcaster MTVA announced the 30 acts chosen to take part in ‘A Dal’ the popular National Final show. The entries were chosen internally by a professional jury: •Elmaradt pillanatok – Gájer Bálint •Morning Light (Reggeli fény) – Marge •This Is My Life (Ez az életem) – Musicfabrik •Break Up – Lil C •Karcolás (Rise Again) – Polyák …
Finland: 12 UMK acts revealed
YLE, the Finnish national broadcaster has announced the 12 competing act for the UMK which will be televised live on February 1st. The selection process will be include 2 introduction shows, 2 heats, 1 second-chance round and one grand final where the Finnish entry for Copenhagen will be selected. The first show will air on December 28th, following by a …
Albania releases names of participants
The Albanian broadcaster RTSH released the names of the 16 participants taking part in Festivali i Këngës 52, the Albanian National Final show. On December 26 & 27 eight songs will be performed each night and unlike a normal Semi Final where some songs are eliminated, all acts will perform on the big Final night scheduled December 28th . Running Order …
Mercurial Minsk: Belarus’ Backpedaling NF History
When news broke that one of Belarus’ national finalists for Eurovision 2014 was disqualified, nobody was shocked. After all, Belarus has, by far, been one the most mercurial participants in the Eurovision Song Contest. With disqualifications, last-minute song changes, and presidential politics thrown into the mix, no Eurovision country compares to the Belarus’ fickle 11-year run. On 5 November, the …
Ukraine: The 20 national final participants are revealed
The Ukrainian national broadcaster NTU has announced the line-up for their upcoming national final. The public together with a jury will decide who will represent Ukraine in Copenhagen on the 21st of December. – Victor Romanchenko “At the edge of the abyss” – Anna Khodorovska “If there is love” – Anatoly Shparov “Waiting for you” – NeAngely “Courageous” – Stas Shurins “Why” …