We said, Eurovision is the “Citadel” of kitsch and perhaps its last bastion against the seriousness that characterizes the artistic establishment
This year’s Eurovision Song Contest it was the most politically charged in its 68-year history and won over a “neutral” nation, Switzerland with Nemo. As the glitter dust settles from Saturday night in Malmö, let’s see what we learned…
Switzerland swept the competition
After a week of turmoil, we luckily had a popular winner. Nemo entered the final as third favorite in the betting and managed to win. His song wasn’t just catchy, it was also imaginatively staged, with the 24-year-old artist holding a speaker – balancing on a spinning disc. Like a little… Freddie Mercury, really, you couldn’t “resist” his looks.
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Europe still doesn’t love the UK
The United Kingdom “served” gay sexiness to the Eurovision viewers, with the atmosphere on stage being highly erotic, but it did not convince the audience. Alexander “landed” in 18th place out of 25 countries participating in the final (the Netherlands were excluded), with just 46 points. Some blamed the song, which apparently did not resonate with the public. Others pointed out sound problems, while others felt that the staging, with dancers sparring in what looked like a serial killer’s bath, was more suited to an extreme video than a family-friendly Eurovision. There were also many English people writing on social media about “anti-popularity” after Brexit. Obviously, it’s a combination of all of these…
Eurovision has become “Gothic”
The competition once had a reputation for being the home of cheap pop. Not so much these days. Judging by the mix of musical styles presented at the competition, maybe it’s time for Greece to put away the guitars and black clothes… Marina Satti with her “Zari” took 11th place and literally “stepped” in score of the competition committees. Saved by public vote. More specifically, Marina Satti got 41 points from the jury and 85 from the public vote.
ABBA not appearing was a slight disappointment
THE Charlotte Perrelli, Carola and Conchita Wurst performed an ABBA tribute on Saturday night. Earlier, the band appeared on stage with holograms, preceded by the appearance of Swedes Alcazar with the track “Crying at the Disco”.
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Israel defied the controversy and had public support
Since Thursday’s semi-final, thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters had gathered in Malmö, outraged at Israel’s participation in the contest, while the war in Gaza rages on. There have been calls for artists to boycott the competition. LGBTQ+ venues canceled viewing parties. Israeli contestant Eden Golan’s song was hastily rewritten to be less lyrically provocative. She was loudly booed during dress rehearsals and advised to stay in her hotel room for her own safety. Security was beefed up and organizers prepared for “invasions” of the stage.
Not only did Saturday night pass without serious incident, but Golan also did well. The 20-year-old from Tel Aviv came second in the public vote and finished fifth overall. “United by music” was the motto of this year’s competition. After an intense preparation, it might have been verified in the end…
Eurovision eccentricity lives and reigns
We had a man named Baby Lasagna and was shouting about milking cows, while dressed in lace napkins. We had a rap about Mother Teresa, a screaming witch, strip discos, plenty of fireworks and lots and lots of nudity. We said, Eurovision is the “Citadel” of kitsch and perhaps its last bastion against the seriousness that characterizes the artistic firmament. A music show freed from the formalities and boring, commercial conventions that define all other music events on the planet, as its goal is not the personal recognition of an artist, but the rallying of an entire country in his face. Come on next year…
Source :Skai
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