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​​Welcome to Venice
"a Gondola Ride back in Time"

​Welcome to Venice, the enchanting city of romance and timeless beauty! Prepare to be captivated by a destination like no other, where gondolas glide along picturesque canals, historic palaces rise from the water's edge, and art and culture thrive at every turn. As you arrive in Venice, be transported to a world of wonder as you traverse the iconic Grand Canal. Marvel at the elegant Rialto Bridge, an architectural masterpiece that has stood for centuries, connecting the bustling market district with the charming neighborhoods beyond. Experience the magic of St. Mark's Square, where the stunning Byzantine basilica and soaring campanile dominate the skyline, inviting you to immerse yourself in Venetian history and culture. Venice's labyrinthine streets and hidden corners offer endless opportunities for exploration. Lose yourself in the narrow alleys, where every turn reveals quaint bridges, charming piazzas, and captivating architecture. Discover hidden gems such as the atmospheric Campo Santa Maria Formosa or the charming neighborhood of Dorsoduro, known for its vibrant art scene and picturesque canals. Indulge in the rich flavors of Venetian cuisine, renowned for its seafood delicacies and regional specialties. Savor freshly caught fish, mouthwatering cicchetti (small bites), and traditional dishes such as risotto al nero di seppia (squid ink risotto) or sarde in saor (sweet and sour sardines). Pair your meal with a glass of Prosecco, the sparkling wine that hails from the nearby region of Veneto. Venice's cultural heritage is a treasure trove of artistic masterpieces. Explore the iconic Peggy Guggenheim Collection, housed in a palatial residence, and be captivated by its impressive modern art exhibits. Admire the intricate mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica or revel in the grandeur of the Doge's Palace, a symbol of Venetian power and opulence. For a truly memorable experience, embark on a romantic gondola ride along the serene canals. Drift beneath the iconic bridges, past charming waterfront palaces, and soak in the ethereal atmosphere of this floating city. Let the gondolier serenade you with enchanting melodies, creating a moment that will forever be etched in your memory. Venice's allure extends beyond its historic center. Escape to the nearby islands of Murano, famous for its glassblowing traditions, or Burano, renowned for its vibrant colored houses and intricate lacework. Discover the serenity of the Lido, a picturesque island offering sandy beaches and a tranquil retreat from the bustling city. With its romantic ambiance, timeless beauty, and rich cultural heritage, Venice beckons you to embrace its enchanting spirit. Let the city's magic sweep you away as you explore its storied canals, indulge in its culinary delights, and immerse yourself in its artistic treasures. So, come and experience the allure of Venice, where dreams become reality and where every moment is infused with a touch of Venetian magic.
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Host City / Venice, Italy
Venue / La Fenice
Hosts / Elisa and Nek

Participating countries / 41
Debuting countries / Tajikistan
Returning countries / Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany and Venezuela
Countries taking a break / Mauritania, Monaco, Slovakia and Spain

Debuting players / None
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Returning Artists

Annalisa / 6 times for San Marino and 3 times for Italy / her best result being 6th
Zara Larsson / 3 times for Sweden and once for France and United Kingdom / Double Global Music Champion
Margaret / for Poland / her best result being 20th
Nena / for Germany / her best result being 6th
Preslava / for Bulgaria / not qualifying for the final
Rita Ora / twice for Kosovo and once for United Kingdom / her best result being 6th
Aleksandra Radovic / for Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina / her best result being 14th
Anna Rossinelli / for Switzerland / Silver Medallist
Anxhela Peristeri / for Albania / her best result being 26th
Constantinos Christoforou / for Cyprus / his best result being 11th
Playa Limbo / for Mexico / their best result being 9th
Ali Okapov / for Kazakhstan / placing 7th
Areti Ketime / for Greece / not qualifying for the final
Avalanche City / for New Zealand / placing 21st
I Am Willow / for Malta / not qualifying for the final
Nadia Ali / for Pakistan / not qualifying for the final
Rolf Sanchez / for Netherlands / not qualifying for the final
Sheppard / for Australia / placing 6th
The Kolors / for Italy / not qualifying for the final
The Young Professionals / for Israel / placing 16th

The Result

Countries receiving most 12 points / Australia and Poland, 4
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / San Marino, United Kingdom and Cyprus
Countries receiving points from most juries / United Kingdom, 18
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Belgium in 7th with 10 points from Zimbabwe and New Zealand as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Bulgaria in 24th getting 12 points from Dominican Republic

Again the voting was really exciting, and the winner was not found until the very last jury. Denmark claimed their 10th gold medal, while Australia settled for the silver and United Kingdom for the bronze - all within 10 points of eachother. United States and Israel rounded out the top 5.

Denmark is a founding member of the contest and has not missed a single edition ever! After several top 10 finishes in the early editions, Denmark finised on top for the first time in GM18 with Annika Askman and again shortly after in GM20, when Bryan Rice won his first of three gold medals! He repeated on top in GM51 and together with Julie in GM68. Denmark's other gold medals came courtesy of Kendra Lou in GM28, Trine Jepsen in GM43, The Mountains in GM118, Simone in GM123, Infernal in GM136 and now CARLSEN. Mikkel has been HoD for Denmark throughout all 146 participations, reaching the top 10 a total of 92 times and winning a massive 36 medals! Well done Denmark, CARLSEN and Mikkel!  

The Winner

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Scoreboards and Live Voting

Live voting
Scoreboard final
Scoreboard semi final one
Scoreboard semi final two​

Deadlines

March 14th / Voting in the semi finals
March 15th / Nominating an artist for Global Music Royalty April 2018

March 28th / Voting in the final
March 30th / Voting for Global Music Royalty February 2018
March 31st / Submitting a song for Global Music / 147

Voting

12, 10, 8...1 point for your top 10
In the final you also have to choose 3 substitutes
The voting forms are here / Semi final and Final​

Watching the Videos

All the videos are in the YouTube playlist at TVGlobalMusic
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The Final

01
Denmark
CARLSEN
​Standing up for love
115 points
02
Australia
Sheppard
​Coming home
108 points
03
United Kingdom
Liam Payne & Rita Ora
​For you
​106 points
04
United States
BloodPop & Hailee Steinfeld
​Capital letters
​90 points
05
Israel
The Young Professionals ​feat. Anna F.
​All of it but me
​84 points
06
Poland
Margaret
​Cool me down
​84 points
07
Belgium
Delta
​Je tire
​83 points
08
Netherlands
HAEVN
​Fortitude
81 points
09
Zimbabwe
Noisettes
​Winner
​77 points
10
Germany
Jan Leyk feat. Madizin
​Gladiators
75 points
11
Italy
Annalisa
​Il mondo prima di te
​71 points
12
France
Malo'
​Ciao
​70 points
13
Sweden
Nova Miller
​Turn up the fire
​67 points
14
Dominican Republic
Rolf Sanchez
​Vas a entender
​66 points
15
Canada
Sultan & Shepard ​feat. Nadia Ali & IRO
​Almost home
​65 points
16
Tajikistan
Parvina Saidova
​Aladdin
​65 points
17
Andorra
Tutto Durán
​Te vuelvo a enamorar
​62 points
18
New Zealand
Avalanche City
​Inside out
​58 points
19
San Marino
The Kolors
​Frida
​56 points
20
Egypt
The5
​El donia shabab
​54 points
21
Mexico
Playa Limbo
​Ahora es aquí
​51 points
22
Malta
I Am Willow
​Colourless
​50 points
23
Hungary
Roland Gulyás
​Hypnotized
​48 points
24
Portugal
Bárbara Bandeira
​És tu
​39 points
25
Bulgaria
Preslava
​Obratno v igrata
​39 points
26
Cyprus
Constantinos Christoforou
​Ella pes ta se ména
​34 points

Semi Final One

01
Denmark
CARLSEN
​Standing up for love
104 points
02
Israel
The Young Professionals ​feat. Anna F.
​All of it but me
​101 points
03
United Kingdom
Liam Payne & Rita Ora
​For you
​97 points
04
Zimbabwe
Noisettes
​Winner
​85 points
05
Canada
Sultan & Shepard ​feat. Nadia Ali & IRO
​Almost home
​84 points
06
Belgium
Delta
​Je tire
​80 points
07
Sweden
Nova Miller
​Turn up the fire
​74 points
08
Hungary
Roland Gulyás
​Hypnotized
​64 points
09
New Zealand
Avalanche City
​Inside out
​62 points
10
Egypt
The5
​El donia shabab
​61 points
11 / Wildcard
Andorra
Tutto Durán
​Te vuelvo a enamorar
​58 points
12
Iceland
Gudmundur Thórarinsson
​Litir
​57 points
13
Liechtenstein
Zara Larsson feat. Nena
Only you
​54 points
14
Norway
Cezinando
​Håper du har plass
​53 points
15
Morocco
Sahar Seddiki
​Moments are brief
​42 points
16
South Korea
Kim Bo Hyung
​Crazy girl
​38 points
17
Serbia
Aleksandra Radovic
Moskva
​27 points
18
Russia
Allj & Feduk
Rozovoe vino
​19 points

Semi Final Two

01
Australia
Sheppard
​Coming home
​105 points
02
United States
BloodPop & Hailee Steinfeld
​Capital letters
​98 points
03
Mexico
Playa Limbo
​Ahora es aquí
92 points
04
France
Malo'
​Ciao
​89 points
05
Dominican Republic
Rolf Sanchez
​Vas a entender
​85 points
06
Portugal
Bárbara Bandeira
​És tu
​82 points
07
Germany
Jan Leyk feat. Madizin
​Gladiators
​80 points
08
Malta
I Am Willow
​Colourless
​79 points
09
Bulgaria
Preslava
​Obratno v igrata
​68 points
10
Tajikistan
Parvina Saidova
​Aladdin
​60 points
11
Albania
Anxhela Peristeri
​E cmendur
​58 points
12
Switzerland
Anna Rossinelli
​Speechless
​57 points
13
South Africa
Burgerd & Zita
​Soet en suur
​53 points
14
China
Li Yuchun
​One hundred kinds of love
​39 points
15
Greece
Areti Ketime
​Don't forget the sun
​38 points
16
Kazakhstan
Ali Okapov
​Alga
​26 points
17
Turkey
Gripin
Nasilim biliyor musun
​23 points
DNF
Venezuela
Oriana Sabatini
​Love me down easy
​28 points
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