The Netherlands have really started to find their groove at Eurovision, and I think the credit goes to the nation for promoting more of an authentic style at the contest. We’ve seen a few Top 10 finishes, and some just outside of the Top 10, but this year the nation is the hot favourite to…
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With a mixed history at the contest, it was time for Malta to shake up their national selection system, and this year saw a complete overhaul. From dated national final to a vibrant X Factor selection, Malta seemed to be taking a new approach to their Eurovision bid. Through X Factor Malta, it was decided…
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Lithuania remains as the only Baltic nation yet to win Eurovision, and their best result thus far was 6th place. The nation is hit or miss with qualification at the contest, however the nation perseveres, and spends a *lot* of time choosing their representatives. This year was no exception, with another marathon selection in which…
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Croatia have had their fair share of Top 10 finishes, however the closest result to a win still remains as 4th place in the final – a result they achieved back in the 1990’s. In more recent years, Croatia often struggled to even reach the final, and if they do, they often finish towards the…
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Azerbaijan have had a short but fairly successful history at Eurovision, especially in their early years where the nation rarely found themselves out of the top 10, and even scored a win on their 4th participation. It’s clear to see that in recent years, success hasn’t come easy for Azerbaijan, and last year marked the…
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Albania are a nation that are hit or miss when it comes to Eurovision and for each successful entry, there seems to be two unsuccessful entries. Last year the nation returned to a national language entry for the first time since 2013, and with Eugent Bushpepa belting out his song Mall flawlessly, it was gratifying…
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If we look back at the recent history of Switzerland at Eurovision, it’s clear to see that the nation hasn’t quite grasped what makes for a successful Eurovision appearance. It may come down to bad luck, but either way, the nation is hoping to return to the final this year with Luca Hänni and his…
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Sweden are certainly the modern powerhouse of Eurovision, and since 2011, the nation has fallen out of the top 10 just once. That’s not to mention the two wins Sweden achieved recently, so it’s unsurprising that year after year, Sweden remains high in the odds to win the contest. This year is no different, and…
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Romania have had quite a consistent run at Eurovision, and for the most part have not only qualified to the final, but achieved good results. Last year marked the first year that Romania had failed to qualify to the final after finishing 11th in the semi-final. The nation is hoping to return to the final…
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Moldova are a nation that don’t always find their way into the Eurovision finals, but when they do, they are often memorable for their songs or stage performances. With two Top 10 results over the last two years, the pressure is on for their representative this year, Anna Odobescu with her song Stay – but…
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