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Post by Admin on Apr 5, 2020 2:34:44 GMT
This is a statement from the European Broadcasting Union about the Eurovision Song Contest 2020.
It is with deep regret that we have to announce the cancellation of the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 in Rotterdam.
Welcome to the first episode of Eurovision Home Concerts. Every Friday we invite you to the living rooms of Eurovision stars. Today, you can enjoy music with these fantastic artists: Rasmussen from Denmark, Slavko Kalezić from Montenegro , Ryan O'Shaughnessy from Ireland and Tamara Todevska from North Macedonia.
Over the past few weeks, we have explored many alternative options to allow the Eurovision Song Contest to go ahead.
However, the uncertainty created by the spread of COVID-19 throughout Europe – and the restrictions put in place by the governments of the participating broadcasters and the Dutch authorities - means the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has taken the difficult decision to not continue with the live event as planned. The health of artists, staff, fans and visitors, as well as the situation in the Netherlands, Europe and the world, is at the heart of this decision.
We are very proud that the Eurovision Song Contest has united audiences every year, without interruption, for the past 64 years and we, like the millions of you around the world, are extremely saddened that it can not take place in May.
Jon Ola Sand, Executive Supervisor: "We are very proud of the Eurovision Song Contest, that for 64 years has united people all around Europe. And we are deeply disappointed about this situation. The EBU, together with the Host Broadcaster NPO, NOS, AVROTROS and the City of Rotterdam will continue to talk to see if it's possible to stage the Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam in 2021. I would like to thank everyone who has been involved in the process of staging a great Eurovision Song Contest this year. Unfortunately, that was not possible due to factors beyond our control. We regret this situation very much, but I can promise you: the Eurovision Song Contest will come back stronger than ever."
NPO chairwoman Shula Rijxman: "This decision by the EBU was inevitable, given the circumstances currently affecting all of Europe as a result of the coronavirus and all the measures that governments must now take. This is a big disappointment for the Dutch audience, the fantastic team behind the scenes, the presenters and the artists. In recent months, a large group of people have worked hard on the Song Contest. We thank them for their great commitment and regret that the results of the efforts will not be visible in the short term. We would particularly like to mention the municipality of Rotterdam, which has proven itself as the ideal partner in this project in the past year. This edition was an excellent opportunity to understand each other differently in a period of uncertainty in Europe, but above all an opportunity to really bring Europe together. Music is universally binding and - I am sure - it will stay that way. Even after this corona crisis."
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Post by Admin on Apr 5, 2020 8:00:49 GMT
For lovers of joy everywhere, the Eurovision Song Contest being cancelled because of coronavirus is a real blow. But even though the actual contest will not be happening in Rotterdam this May, fans have already crowned their winner. Take a bow, Daði og Gagnamagnið. Before Iceland even selected the band and their song Think About Things to represent them at Eurovision this year, the track had gone viral thanks to its quirky dance routine, its video, which was like something straight out of The Mighty Boosh, and the fact that, well, it’s a banger. The song – written about Daði’s baby daughter – caught the eyes and ears of many a celeb, including Rylan Clark-Neal, Robert Peston and even Russell Crowe, who retweeted the video. And amidst the sad news we won’t get to see the band and their pixel art jumpers take to the stage in Rotterdam, people are calling for Iceland to win Eurovision 2020 by default.
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Post by Admin on May 13, 2020 21:19:25 GMT
Two special shows will air on the same dates as the Eurovision 2020 Semi-Finals! The ‘Eurovision Song Celebration 2020’ will premiere worldwide on our YouTube channel on Tuesday 12 and Thursday 14 May at 21:00 CEST. This is part one of the Eurovision Song Celebration!
On Tuesday 12 May, the EBU will spotlight the songs that would have been shown in the first Semi-Final, including host country the Netherlands and 2 of the Big 5 countries: Germany and Italy. During the show, you can expect exciting interval entertainment. If you've ever wondered what The Roop's On Fire would sound like if it was sung by Elvis or how Little Big's song UNO would sound in an acoustic version, you're in luck! The classic Eurovision challenge "Switch Your Genre" is back!
Following the cancellation of the Eurovision Song Contest 2020, the EBU and its Dutch Members NPO, NOS and AVROTROS have produced a new show, 'Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light', to air in place of the Grand Final on Saturday 16 May at 21:00 CEST.
YouTube Creators from all over Europe will react to the songs and will be included in both shows. While there will be no competitive element in these productions, you can expect many more surprises along the way!
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Post by Admin on May 14, 2020 19:15:05 GMT
On Tuesday you were able to see the first 20 songs that would have competed at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020. The second online show, which will be broadcast on Thursday 14 May, will feature the songs chosen for the second Semi-Final and will include the rest of the Big 5 countries: France, Spain and the United Kingdom. Here, the interval acts will shine again! Curious to know how your favourite Eurovision 2020 participants live? You'll be treated to some exclusive home tours, and perhaps even a cooking experience or two.
YouTube Creators from all over Europe will react to the songs and will be included in both shows. While there will be no competitive element in these productions, you can expect many more surprises along the way!
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Post by Admin on May 16, 2020 21:19:44 GMT
Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light - Live Stream
Following the cancellation of the Eurovision Song Contest 2020, the EBU and its Dutch Members NPO, NOS and AVROTROS have produced a new show, 'Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light', to air in place of the Grand Final on Saturday 16 May at 21:00 CEST.
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