Welcome to Groningen
"World Cycling City"
Welcome to Groningen, the hidden gem of the Netherlands, where history, innovation, and culture blend seamlessly to create a captivating experience. This vibrant city, nestled in the northern part of the country, invites you to explore its charming canals, discover its rich heritage, and immerse yourself in its thriving arts and culinary scene. Begin your adventure in the heart of Groningen's historic center, where centuries-old buildings line picturesque canals. Wander through the bustling Grote Markt, the city's central square, where you can admire the stunning Martinitoren, a towering church steeple that offers panoramic views of the city. Groningen is a city of knowledge and innovation, home to one of the country's oldest and most prestigious universities. Explore the Groninger Museum, an architectural masterpiece that houses a diverse collection of art, history, and design. Dive into the world of science and technology at the Universiteitsmuseum, where interactive exhibits ignite curiosity. Savor the flavors of Groningen's culinary delights. Explore the city's lively food markets, such as the Vismarkt, where you can sample Dutch cheeses, fresh seafood, and traditional stroopwafels. Indulge in local specialties like eierbal (a savory snack) and poffert (a delicious pancake). For a taste of Groningen's cultural scene, attend a performance at the Stadsschouwburg theater, where music, dance, and theater come to life. Discover the city's thriving music scene, with live performances in intimate venues and open-air festivals that celebrate a diverse range of genres. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in the lush green spaces of Groningen. Explore Noorderplantsoen, a serene park where you can relax, picnic, or join in local gatherings. The Hoge Veluwe National Park, with its forests, sand dunes, and diverse wildlife, is just a short drive away. Groningen's cycling culture is legendary, and you can rent a bike to explore the city and its surrounding countryside. Pedal along scenic routes, explore picturesque villages, and experience the Dutch way of life. As the sun sets over Groningen, the city's nightlife comes alive. Join the locals in the many bars, cafes, and clubs, where you can enjoy live music, dance to a mix of international beats, and make new friends from around the world. Groningen welcomes you with open arms, inviting you to explore its history, embrace its innovative spirit, and connect with its friendly residents. So why wait? Come and immerse yourself in the magic of Groningen, the Netherlands, where every corner promises a new adventure and a deeper connection to Dutch culture. Your journey begins here!
Host City / Groningen, Netherlands
Venue / Martinihal
Hosts / Astrid Joosten, Rik van de Westelaken and Jan Versteegh
Participating countries / 45
Debuting countries / Tonga
Returning countries / Belgium, DR Congo, Guatemala, Ireland, Kenya, Morocco and Poland
Withdrawing countries / Finland, Hungary, Malta, North Macedonia and Saint Lucia
Debuting players / Norbert for Ireland, Pane for Kenya and Sleeter for Guatemala
Venue / Martinihal
Hosts / Astrid Joosten, Rik van de Westelaken and Jan Versteegh
Participating countries / 45
Debuting countries / Tonga
Returning countries / Belgium, DR Congo, Guatemala, Ireland, Kenya, Morocco and Poland
Withdrawing countries / Finland, Hungary, Malta, North Macedonia and Saint Lucia
Debuting players / Norbert for Ireland, Pane for Kenya and Sleeter for Guatemala
Returning Artists
Alice on the Roof / for Belgium / placing 5th
Anna Bergendahl / for Norway / not qualifying for the final Benjamin Kheng / for China / Global Music Champion Coeur de pirate / for Canada / placing 22nd Demet Sagiroglu / for Turkey / placing 24th Diodato / for San Marino / Global Music Champion Eleonora Zouganeli / for Greece / placing 20th James Bay / for United Kingdom / placing 7th Laura Tesoro / for Belgium / not qualifying for the final Master KG / for South Africa / placing 23rd Nomcebo Zikode / for South Africa / placing 23rd Song Ji-eun / for South Korea / placing 30th SYRO / for Portugal / placing 14th |
Scoreboards and Live Voting
Live voting
Live televote
Scoreboard final
Scoreboard televote
Scoreboard semi final one
Scoreboard semi final two
Live televote
Scoreboard final
Scoreboard televote
Scoreboard semi final one
Scoreboard semi final two
The Result
Countries receiving most 12 points / DR Congo, 6
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / United Kingdom, France, China, Bulgaria, Serbia and Belgium
Countries receiving points from most juries / Monaco, 26
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Australia in 11th with 10 points from Netherlands, Russia and Ukraine as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Nigeria in 22nd getting 12 points from Chile
Albania came out of the starting block full blazing, as they scored the top mark from the first 2 juries, and all though they had to pass the lead to Lebanon and then onto DR Congo, Albania was always a contender in the top. These three countries battled it out for the remainder of the jury vote and when all those votes had been counted, DR Congo lead the way with a good margin down to Lebanon, Albania, Monaco and France. But also this time the televote told a different story, and this time the televote was made up of 13 voting countries, accounting for one third of all the votes. The televote favoured Monaco ahead of United Kingdom (8th with the juries), United States (25th), Denmark (12th) and Portugal (7th). The jury favourites, DR Congo, Lebanon and Albania finished 12th, 10th and 11th respectively in the televote. This meant that DR Congo's leading margin decreased, but it was still just enough to claim gold in only their 2nd time in a Global Music Final. Monaco once again had to settle for the silver just 4 points behind, and Lebanon took home the bronze. Albania and United Kingdom rounded out the top 5.
DR Congo debuted in GM79, but after failing to qualify for the final 3 times in a row, they gave up. However, they returned just 8 editions later only to get stuck in the semi final again. Then in the following edition, GM90, the big African country finally made it into the final and finished a respectable 14th. Their next entry once again saw them stalling in the semi final, and DR Congo decided to call it a day for good. That is until the current edition, 89 editions later, when they returned to the game out of the blue. New HoD was Anthony, who has been shopping around with different countries winning medals for Suriname and North Macedonia. And what do you know? DR Congo went all the way to the top of the podium becoming the 10th African country to strike gold. Well done DR Congo, Tusse and Anthony!
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / United Kingdom, France, China, Bulgaria, Serbia and Belgium
Countries receiving points from most juries / Monaco, 26
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Australia in 11th with 10 points from Netherlands, Russia and Ukraine as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Nigeria in 22nd getting 12 points from Chile
Albania came out of the starting block full blazing, as they scored the top mark from the first 2 juries, and all though they had to pass the lead to Lebanon and then onto DR Congo, Albania was always a contender in the top. These three countries battled it out for the remainder of the jury vote and when all those votes had been counted, DR Congo lead the way with a good margin down to Lebanon, Albania, Monaco and France. But also this time the televote told a different story, and this time the televote was made up of 13 voting countries, accounting for one third of all the votes. The televote favoured Monaco ahead of United Kingdom (8th with the juries), United States (25th), Denmark (12th) and Portugal (7th). The jury favourites, DR Congo, Lebanon and Albania finished 12th, 10th and 11th respectively in the televote. This meant that DR Congo's leading margin decreased, but it was still just enough to claim gold in only their 2nd time in a Global Music Final. Monaco once again had to settle for the silver just 4 points behind, and Lebanon took home the bronze. Albania and United Kingdom rounded out the top 5.
DR Congo debuted in GM79, but after failing to qualify for the final 3 times in a row, they gave up. However, they returned just 8 editions later only to get stuck in the semi final again. Then in the following edition, GM90, the big African country finally made it into the final and finished a respectable 14th. Their next entry once again saw them stalling in the semi final, and DR Congo decided to call it a day for good. That is until the current edition, 89 editions later, when they returned to the game out of the blue. New HoD was Anthony, who has been shopping around with different countries winning medals for Suriname and North Macedonia. And what do you know? DR Congo went all the way to the top of the podium becoming the 10th African country to strike gold. Well done DR Congo, Tusse and Anthony!
The Winner
Deadlines
February 14th / Voting in the semi finals
February 14th / Nominating an artist for Global Music Royalty
February 25th / Voting in the final and for Global Music Royalty
March 3rd / Submitting a song for the next edition of Global Music
February 14th / Nominating an artist for Global Music Royalty
February 25th / Voting in the final and for Global Music Royalty
March 3rd / Submitting a song for the next edition of Global Music
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
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