[Music] Eurovision Song Contest 2024 ***Official Thread & Sweepstake**

[Bodian]

estonia!

Christ this is bizarre

But it was a very 'Eurovision' song. More surprised by the dirgey ones that still got through - like Latvia.

 

[Krafty]

I only watch the Eurovision final, not the semi-finals. I’m excited to see the performances

 

[Pevenseagull]

Albania OUT.

I haven't felt this sad since Solly March's penalty at Wembley.

 

[papachris]

But it was a very 'Eurovision' song. More surprised by the dirgey ones that still got through - like Latvia.

Of course I'm biased but I like Estonia's entry this year. Also pleased they are one of the very few acts prepared to sing in their own language.
Won't win but deserved to be in the final.

 

[Mackenzie]

Switzerland were the stand outs in that semi final, they’ll be challenging Croatia for the win I reckon.

 

[Bodian]

Switzerland were the stand outs in that semi final, they’ll be challenging Croatia for the win I reckon.

To be honest, after seeing the concert-style performance from Croatia, and the way it was received in the hall - I'm not sure why anyone else is bothering! Surely the winners already?

 

[Mackenzie]

To be honest, after seeing the concert-style performance from Croatia, and the way it was received in the hall - I'm not sure why anyone else is bothering! Surely the winners already?

Almost certainly. They were excellent. Swiss second though maybe.

 

[mrjon1976]

I have Spain in the sweepstake. To say I'm hugely disappointed is an understatement.

I have the UK. So I see your disappointment and raise it.

 

[Swegulls]

I must say (not just because I'm Swedish) that the production by the Swe-telly has been pretty good. I've enjoyed both semis. Like the way the stage is in the middle-ish. Great shows so far, looking forward to Saturday!

 

[hans kraay fan club]

I haven't actually HEARD the Swedish entry yet, but based on the comments here, and on drawing them in @Frutos sweep, I have LUMPED on them to win.

A whole POUND E/W @ 150/1

I can taste the celebratory meatballs and kanelbullar already...

 

[Uncle Spielberg]

This has now become political with Israel from 2 to 1 from 33 to win after qualifying last night and is now a means of offering support for Israel for those who want and their with be a atmosphere in the stadium which could turn nasty. I am not making comment other than this is supposed to be a song contest. Shame

 

[The Rivet]

This has now become political with Israel from 2 to 1 from 33 to win after qualifying last night and is now a means of offering support for Israel for those who want and their with be a atmosphere in the stadium which could turn nasty. I am not making comment other than this is supposed to be a song contest. Shame

It's been political for a long long time.

 

[Uncle Spielberg]

It's been political for a long long time.

The voting for sure

 

[Mellotron]

That was the rehearsal.

Shouldn't need to rehearse booing. It's easy.

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

The best Eurovision song of all time - IMO.

No gimmicks, no bollox, no complicated set, no acres of flesh, just a really good song with superb lyrics, sung perfectly by Niamh Kavanagh.

Very Gloria Estefan - good song though. First time Ive ever heard it tbh

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

Why does the UK contestant have to have men in boxing outfits alongside him ? Is this a gay statement in our name or a nod to the Village People ?

Had to chuckle when Rylan & Scott Mills put out a "warning" about one of the other acts wearing revealing costumes / bodysuits a few songs after the UK performed, but funnily enough said nothing beforehand about our staging

Always enjoyed Eurovision, but really not been impressed with this years entries on the whole. Last song I really liked was this one....

 

[Mellotron]

Looking forward to it - enjoy watching the camp lunacy with Mrs Mellotron.

Chap at work said he quite liked a couple of songs from the semi final but that some of it was "a bit too camp".

I don't think he's quite understood Eurovision.

 

[Eric the meek]

Looking forward to it - enjoy watching the camp lunacy with Mrs Mellotron.

Chap at work said he quite liked a couple of songs from the semi final but that some of it was "a bit too camp".

I don't think he's quite understood Eurovision.

I wish there was a way to broadcast it across Russia - that would be a hoot.

 

[Uncle Spielberg]

Croatia Evens
Israel 2 to 1
6 to 1 bar

 

[Frutos]

Eurovision 2024: The Netherlands' entry Joost Klein not rehearsing 'until further notice' over 'incident' - as EBU website goes down

The Netherlands' track Europapa is one of the most memorable of the show and was described by one critic as "so bad" it will "put you off music forever". The EBU, which organises Eurovision, says it is investigating an unexplained incident.

news.sky.com