Eurovision (already in its 53rd year) is a competition where performers from all European countries got together to be judged and chosen as the best song in Europe.
Each country sends a band to represent the country. As the number of European countries participating in this event has risen to 43, two semi-finals are held to narrow down the number of bands that will be competing in the Eurovision to 25.
It is a really enjoyable experience watching bands from all over Europe perform. Some performers sing in their native language while others sing in English. You hear all kinds of music, from pop, rock, and heavy metal (Finland), to balads and folk music. The judging is the funniest as you see blocks of countries giving points to friendly countries (Nordic countries , old USSR statesr, ex-Yugoslav republics). It is amazing, that despite all this passing of points between friends, good songs do rise to the top (well, maybe not all the way to the top but pretty close).
Last year, a Serbian singer won Eurovision 2007 (a pretty good song!) so Eurovision 2008 was hosted in Belgrade. This year's winner was Russia, while Ukraine and Greece placed second and third. I was personally hoping that Greece or Ukraine would win as both songs were really good, but they don't let me vote. ;-(
Picture above shows the final standings after all 43 countries have voted. If you would like to see more videos from the Eurovision, go to eurovision.tv.
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Hi Ivan! It's cousin Lindsay! I just read your all of your blogs, very intereseting! I am happy to hear that you're doing well and surviving a whole new world like a trooper! I bet you miss Carla like crazy but I'm sure it will make it all the more exciting when you get to see her!
Anyways take care and kudos(i think thats how it's spelled?) to you for taking on this new journey!
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