Eurovision’s Executive Producer in 2021 made an emergency call during the voting of that year’s contest after worrying about the allocation of points.
Category: Eurovision 2021
EBU, YLE attempted making changes to Blind Channel Eurovision staging
Blind Channel’s memorable and energetic staging as well as their outfits were the subject of contention at YLE and the EBU.
Stefania eyes Eurovision return
On the latest episode of The Euro Trip, Greek singer Stefania revealed that she would “love” to return to the Eurovision Song Contest. Stefania represented Greece at Eurovision earlier this year in Rotterdam with her song Last Dance. She secured her country’s best result since 2013 with 10th place after a tiebreak with Bulgaria. Reflecting…
Jeangu Macrooy reveals heartwearming message he received after Eurovision 2021 final
Speaking on the latest episode of The Euro Trip podcast, 2021 Dutch representative Jeangu Macrooy has revealed he received a touching message on his return from the contest. The Netherlands finished in 23rd position in the Grand Final, with Jeangu singing his entry “Birth of a New Age” in Rotterdam. Speaking to presenter Rob Lilley,…
The Black Mamba predict a rise in English language songs at Festival da Cancao
Speaking on the latest episode of The Euro Trip, The Black Mamba have predicted a rise in the number of English language songs competing to represent Portugal at the Eurovision Song Contest. Five piece band The Black Mamba, fronted by Pedro Tatanka, won the right to represent Portugal in 2021 after winning Festival da Cancao…
Pre-recorded Video Will Play Major Role In Eurovision 2021 Interval Acts
Speaking on the latest episode of The Euro Trip podcast, Gerben Bakker has revealed that pre-recorded video will play a major role in this year’s opening and interval acts. In the interview with presenter James Rowe, Head of Show Gerben Bakker explained that: “We will be much more integrating pre recorded video in the [opening and…
Olympic Boxer helping James Newman prepare for Rotterdam
Speaking on the latest episode of The Euro Trip podcast, UK Eurovision representative James Newman has revealed he has enlisted the help of a former Olympic boxer to help him prepare for this year’s contest. In the interview with presenter James Rowe, James [Newman] explained he was training every day in order to be in…
Tusse Receives Eurovision Advice from Melfest Runner-Up Eric Saade
Speaking in the latest episode of The Euro Trip podcast, Sweden’s entry Tusse has revealed Melfest runner up and former Eurovision participant Eric Saade shared his advice about competing in the contest. When asked by presenter Rob Lilley whether any of this year’s Melodifestivalen competitors had congratulated him on his victory, Tusse explained that two…
Barbara Pravi Reveals Plans for Different Staging in Rotterdam
Speaking in the latest episode of The Euro Trip podcast, French representative Barbara Pravi has given more information about what we can expect from her Eurovision performance of ‘Voila’. As one of the ‘Big Five’ France are automatic qualifiers to the Grand Final, and Barbara explained her performance will look different than that which viewers…
Destiny Believes Her Country’s Size Could Impact Televote Score
Speaking in the latest episode of The Euro Trip Podcast, Malta’s representative, Destiny, explained she believes the size of her country may count against her at Eurovision. In an interview with presenter James Rowe, she explained that despite being the current favourite to win the contest with bookmakers, that doesn’t mean anything to her. “I…