“If you’re a really crazy fan, I strongly recommend the Eurovision straitjacket,” Mede joked, before adding “you know what they say, crazy is the new black”.
The gag has been met with condemnation on social media platform Twitter, with some asking the Eurovision organizers to apologize.
First of all, PLEASE stop talking about politics! This is a SONG contest, and it just so happens that Ukraine and Russia had both good SONGS this year.
Second, I really hate how betting has slowly ruined the fun in Eurovision. I was a betting favorite in 2009, and I hated it back then, too! ESC should not turn into a hype- and popularity-contest, and everyone should be given a fair chance. Belgium, Netherlands, Armenia, Spain amongst others suffered from being underrated in the betting. It will never be fair as long as there is betting.
Third, no reason for bitching about the voting system. It's the same 50/50 that has been for years since Moscow 2009. Last year, Italy was the televiewers favorite, but came 3rd because the juries didn't think the song was good enough.
Let's face it: The audience will always vote for the best overall impression, while the juries are there to make sure the good songs (which maybe can't afford an expensive show) get a fair chance too. It just happens that Måns had both an amazing song and act. Good for him. So.. WINNER: Ukraine was both a viewer's favorite and a jury favorite because it spoke to all cultures. And believe me, this victory is VERY important for the future of Eurovision, as people now see that it's possible to win with a serious song. Obviously, I'm not against party songs or power ballads, but I think already next year will be much more diverse because of Jamala's success. Bravo!
TELEVOTING WINNER: Sergey won the most hearts, and that's the artist's dream! The music was typical Eurovision, but that's why I watch Eurovision! Also, having the richest producer and the most expensive promo campaign and show doesn't help if you don't do a great performance. And Sergey's performance was AMAZING! With a more updated song and some better (please) lyrics, you can definitely win again, both the jury and the people!
JURY WINNER: This is the best voice I've heard in Eurovision! Thank you, Australia, for sending us real quality!
MY WINNER: When all participants had sung, I was rooting like a mad man for this lady and her catchy song. Because of her, Bulgaria is now a strong Eurovision country! ❤️❤️❤️
Also interesting. I heard about this last year that Eurovision works with CuePilot rather then having 22 camera men and stuff.
It basically works like this: All the camera cuts are entered by time code then run when the song starts along with all the other effects. Camera operators also have a customized version of this on iPads showing all their shot instructions, how long to next shot etc
First of all, PLEASE stop talking about politics! This is a SONG contest, and it just so happens that Ukraine and Russia had both good SONGS this year.
Second, I really hate how betting has slowly ruined the fun in Eurovision. I was a betting favorite in 2009, and I hated it back then, too! ESC should not turn into a hype- and popularity-contest, and everyone should be given a fair chance. Belgium, Netherlands, Armenia, Spain amongst others suffered from being underrated in the betting. It will never be fair as long as there is betting.
Third, no reason for bitching about the voting system. It's the same 50/50 that has been for years since Moscow 2009. Last year, Italy was the televiewers favorite, but came 3rd because the juries didn't think the song was good enough.
Let's face it: The audience will always vote for the best overall impression, while the juries are there to make sure the good songs (which maybe can't afford an expensive show) get a fair chance too. It just happens that Måns had both an amazing song and act. Good for him. So.. WINNER: Ukraine was both a viewer's favorite and a jury favorite because it spoke to all cultures. And believe me, this victory is VERY important for the future of Eurovision, as people now see that it's possible to win with a serious song. Obviously, I'm not against party songs or power ballads, but I think already next year will be much more diverse because of Jamala's success. Bravo!
TELEVOTING WINNER: Sergey won the most hearts, and that's the artist's dream! The music was typical Eurovision, but that's why I watch Eurovision! Also, having the richest producer and the most expensive promo campaign and show doesn't help if you don't do a great performance. And Sergey's performance was AMAZING! With a more updated song and some better (please) lyrics, you can definitely win again, both the jury and the people!
JURY WINNER: This is the best voice I've heard in Eurovision! Thank you, Australia, for sending us real quality!
MY WINNER: When all participants had sung, I was rooting like a mad man for this lady and her catchy song. Because of her, Bulgaria is now a strong Eurovision country! ❤️❤️❤️
Second, I really hate how betting has slowly ruined the fun in Eurovision. I was a betting favorite in 2009, and I hated it back then, too! ESC should not turn into a hype- and popularity-contest, and everyone should be given a fair chance. Belgium, Netherlands, Armenia, Spain amongst others suffered from being underrated in the betting. It will never be fair as long as there is betting.
Are performances from the finals blocked on YouTube for anyone else, or is it only the US? I'm trying to send my friend some of them and they're all blocked in my region
Are performances from the finals blocked on YouTube for anyone else, or is it only the US? I'm trying to send my friend some of them and they're all blocked in my region
You can try this:
Suppose If the blocked YouTube URL is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEwD36Dk1jw
Then just replace /watch?v= with /v/
So much whining in Italian media and forums. I'm surprised she wasn't dead last after adding the English part, removing the climax, having the worst stage of the night and not performing well. With L'amore esiste she would've been top 5 for sure.
It was even on the Dutch evening news as well
Russia saying that Europe was against them and made sure that they wouldn't win. The extra butthurt was ofc that Ukraine won and that they weren't sure if they should go but maybe send someone from Crimea for the next edition since Crimea is considered Russian again. That would be the ultimate skull drag on international level.
First of all, PLEASE stop talking about politics! This is a SONG contest, and it just so happens that Ukraine and Russia had both good SONGS this year.
Second, I really hate how betting has slowly ruined the fun in Eurovision. I was a betting favorite in 2009, and I hated it back then, too! ESC should not turn into a hype- and popularity-contest, and everyone should be given a fair chance. Belgium, Netherlands, Armenia, Spain amongst others suffered from being underrated in the betting. It will never be fair as long as there is betting.
Third, no reason for bitching about the voting system. It's the same 50/50 that has been for years since Moscow 2009. Last year, Italy was the televiewers favorite, but came 3rd because the juries didn't think the song was good enough.
Let's face it: The audience will always vote for the best overall impression, while the juries are there to make sure the good songs (which maybe can't afford an expensive show) get a fair chance too. It just happens that Måns had both an amazing song and act. Good for him. So.. WINNER: Ukraine was both a viewer's favorite and a jury favorite because it spoke to all cultures. And believe me, this victory is VERY important for the future of Eurovision, as people now see that it's possible to win with a serious song. Obviously, I'm not against party songs or power ballads, but I think already next year will be much more diverse because of Jamala's success. Bravo!
TELEVOTING WINNER: Sergey won the most hearts, and that's the artist's dream! The music was typical Eurovision, but that's why I watch Eurovision! Also, having the richest producer and the most expensive promo campaign and show doesn't help if you don't do a great performance. And Sergey's performance was AMAZING! With a more updated song and some better (please) lyrics, you can definitely win again, both the jury and the people!
JURY WINNER: This is the best voice I've heard in Eurovision! Thank you, Australia, for sending us real quality!
MY WINNER: When all participants had sung, I was rooting like a mad man for this lady and her catchy song. Because of her, Bulgaria is now a strong Eurovision country! ❤️❤️❤️
I bet they're still shook the winner wasn't who they had planned.
Thank you though!
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