Toast 16,140 Posted May 2, 2016 A few years ago they were attempting to do a version of Eurovision here. Instead of different countries competing, each State would have one singer or band representing them. I remember seeing the adverts for the auditions as a shopping center / mall not far from me, but that was it. Haven't they ever done that? How extraordinary. Seems an obvious moneyspinner. I don't see how. Isn't Eurovision like a 3-4 episode event? Seems like it would be pretty expensive to recruit acts in all 50 states for basically a miniseries. Also the people who like Kitsch/Camp and people who like state jingoism are 2 entirely different demographics in the Us. The Eurovision Song Contest is a single event, not a miniseries. A TV spectacular, a gala occasion. (Unless it's changed, I haven't watched it in years.) In th UK I think we have a preliminary show in which viewers can vote for the song to be performed. This aspect has varied over the years though. I suppose you could have people in each state vote for the artist who would perform the state's entry song, and/or vote for the song itself. As in American Idol or X Factor. That could be a series of programmes, then you have the competition itself. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoverAndOut 4,746 Posted May 3, 2016 A few years ago they were attempting to do a version of Eurovision here. Instead of different countries competing, each State would have one singer or band representing them. I remember seeing the adverts for the auditions as a shopping center / mall not far from me, but that was it. Haven't they ever done that? How extraordinary. Seems an obvious moneyspinner. I don't see how. Isn't Eurovision like a 3-4 episode event? Seems like it would be pretty expensive to recruit acts in all 50 states for basically a miniseries. Also the people who like Kitsch/Camp and people who like state jingoism are 2 entirely different demographics in the Us. The Eurovision Song Contest is a single event, not a miniseries. A TV spectacular, a gala occasion. (Unless it's changed, I haven't watched it in years.) In th UK I think we have a preliminary show in which viewers can vote for the song to be performed. This aspect has varied over the years though. I suppose you could have people in each state vote for the artist who would perform the state's entry song, and/or vote for the song itself. As in American Idol or X Factor. That could be a series of programmes, then you have the competition itself. It's clearly transferable to the States. Each state selects it's act during the first few months of the year, by whatever means it likes. It can have a one-off contest, turn it into an X Factor style mini-series, the public might or might not be involved, that's up to the states themselves. 50 is too many for the contest, so as with Eurovision, there would be a random split into 2 semis of 25 (alternatively do it geographically, East and West). People at home vote for their favourites (maybe all 50 states can vote on the semis, maybe only those involved in each semi) and those with the most votes score points, just like Eurovision. Highest 12 points scores in each semi qualify for the final, plus the 13th placed state with the most points from either semi leaving 25 in the final. Same format for the final, leading to an overall winner. Simples. Many people don't watch the Eurovision semis, just the final, so it's up to viewers how involved they get. But if doesn't have to take more than 3 nights over 1 week for the main event. Only issue would be diversity: Is a song from Oregon going to be very different to a song from Florida? The wonder of Eurovision is what passes for music in Montenegro and San Marino... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,044 Posted May 10, 2016 Follow Nordic News@Nordic_News Finnish singer Riki Sorsa ("Reggae OK" in Eurovision 1981) says his cancer has spread and he has only weeks to live http://www.iltasanomat.fi/viihde/art-2000001150090.html … Dead. https://translate.google.co.uk/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.expressen.se%2Fnoje%2Ffinska-eurovision-stjarnan-ar-dod%2F&edit-text= http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31k3YDH7Qvg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ra Ra Rasputin 99 Posted May 10, 2016 Follow Nordic News@Nordic_News Finnish singer Riki Sorsa ("Reggae OK" in Eurovision 1981) says his cancer has spread and he has only weeks to live http://www.iltasanomat.fi/viihde/art-2000001150090.html … Riki Sorsa, not OK. Dead. Currently trying to find an obit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,044 Posted May 10, 2016 Follow Nordic News@Nordic_News Finnish singer Riki Sorsa ("Reggae OK" in Eurovision 1981) says his cancer has spread and he has only weeks to live http://www.iltasanomat.fi/viihde/art-2000001150090.html … Riki Sorsa, not OK. Dead. Currently trying to find an obit. See above. We share our pain on first semi final day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ImNotHades 207 Posted May 10, 2016 In other Eurovision news.....Justin Timberlake will perform in the final.....I can hardly contain myself.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,044 Posted May 10, 2016 My favourite songs of the last few years: 2012: Estonia - Ott Lepland - Kuula. (6th) 2013: Malta - Gianluca - Tomorrow (8th) 2014: Austria - Conchita Wurst - Rise Like A Phoenix (1st) 2015: Estonia - Elina Born and Stig Rasta - Goodbye To Yesterday (7th) Prior to the live performances and the semis, my current favourite is Poland. Meh. On this record, I'll maybe stick a fiver on them being top ten should they get through. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RadGuy 1,614 Posted May 10, 2016 Prior to the live performances and the semis, my current favourite is Poland. As the son of Pollacks, thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mad Hatter 1,092 Posted May 10, 2016 The first part was shit barely any good acts. Also some Swedish that said he would kill himself if he lived before Abba. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainChorizo 1,982 Posted May 10, 2016 In other Eurovision news.....Justin Timberlake will perform in the final.....I can hardly contain myself.... I see the Usa is trying to pawn off it's least talented on you like when Canada infect America with Beiber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ImNotHades 207 Posted May 10, 2016 In other Eurovision news.....Justin Timberlake will perform in the final.....I can hardly contain myself.... I see the Usa is trying to pawn off it's least talented on you like when Canada infect America with Beiber Is there a better promotion for his new song? He'll be on top of UK and Europe charts next week.....If this becomes a thing to global stars Eurovision will be just like any other talent show.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ImNotHades 207 Posted May 10, 2016 I don't have a favorite in semi 1.....just because I'm from Croatia doesn't mean I like the song (it's ok but nothing special). Hungary is going for gay community with cute guy muscle thing and Russia is an updated version of last year's winner...I like both songs and the Czech one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted May 10, 2016 In other Eurovision news.....Justin Timberlake will perform in the final.....I can hardly contain myself.... I see the Usa is trying to pawn off it's least talented on you like when Canada infect America with Beiber Is there a better promotion for his new song? He'll be on top of UK and Europe charts next week..... Never fear: Aled will save you from Bieber! http://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/its-official-aled-jones-beats-11160525 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ImNotHades 207 Posted May 10, 2016 In other Eurovision news.....Justin Timberlake will perform in the final.....I can hardly contain myself.... I see the Usa is trying to pawn off it's least talented on you like when Canada infect America with Beiber Is there a better promotion for his new song? He'll be on top of UK and Europe charts next week..... Never fear: Aled will save you from Bieber! http://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/its-official-aled-jones-beats-11160525 Oh god...Bieber looks like a retard even more now....there's no escape...if he dies he'll be celebrated as cultural hero and Canada will have a national mourning.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ankou 17 Posted May 11, 2016 I'm glad we haven't participated since 1994. Most of the songs are crap and the contest costs a lot of money with no real economic returns. And for each of our 5 wins we had to rely on foreign artists. How does that promote the country? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cat O'Falk 3,290 Posted May 11, 2016 I'm glad we haven't participated since 1994. Most of the songs are crap and the contest costs a lot of money with no real economic returns. And for each of our 5 wins we had to rely on foreign artists. How does that promote the country? Come what may, it'd be nice to see you back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Predictor 1,018 Posted May 12, 2016 GO SWEDEN! BEST HOSTS EVER! By the way, I have to warn you guys for the final on Saturday: Our entry is a real sleeping pill; this is because we simply can't afford to host the event twice in a row so don't expect a mindblowingly awesome song like we most of the time have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ImNotHades 207 Posted May 12, 2016 Semi finals were a bit lame.....especially the 2nd semi...pure torture (exception: Bulgaria, Latvia and sadly Norway). I have no idea who could win. I hope not my country....top 5 is ok but not a win, we just can't afford it to host Eurovision. Why the fuck is Georgia in the final.....that wasn't even a song and the lights probably gave me brain cancer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,443 Posted May 12, 2016 The 60 years of Eurovision documentary on BBC4 had archive footage of DDP favourites Teddy Johnson and Pearl Carr from back in 1959. Christ, they were shite. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,044 Posted May 14, 2016 Another Finnish death. Lasse Mårtenson who represented Finland in 1964 with Laiskotellen, has died at 81. https://translate.google.co.uk/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Fsvenska.yle.fi%2Fartikel%2F2016%2F05%2F14%2Flasse-martenson-har-dott&edit-text= https://youtu.be/ah3PtkEmhYA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eesti 151 Posted May 14, 2016 During the last 10 years there has been only one good song. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,443 Posted May 14, 2016 Ten years? This lot then. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cat O'Falk 3,290 Posted May 14, 2016 Just look at those ears! WOOF! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,101 Posted May 14, 2016 The best song tonight (last night) was the song that was sung by the hosts. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainChorizo 1,982 Posted May 14, 2016 During the last 10 years there has been only one good song. The Russian Grannies song is pretty good 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
