Welcome to Tromsø
"Paris of the North"
Welcome to Tromsø, the Arctic gem of Norway, where enchanting landscapes, polar wonders, and rich culture converge to create an extraordinary experience. This captivating city, nestled amidst snow-capped mountains and fjords, invites you to embark on a journey that will immerse you in the magic of the far north. Begin your adventure in Tromsø's historic heart, where colorful wooden houses and charming streets exude a cozy, Nordic atmosphere. Explore the iconic Arctic Cathedral, a masterpiece of modern architecture, and marvel at its stunning glass mosaic interior that shimmers in the Arctic light. Tromsø is one of the best places on Earth to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights. Chase this celestial spectacle from the city or venture into the Arctic wilderness on a guided tour for an unforgettable display of dancing lights in the night sky. For a taste of Arctic culture, visit the Polaria Aquarium, where you can get up close to Arctic wildlife, including seals and fish. Explore the Tromsø Museum to learn about the indigenous Sami culture and the fascinating history of Arctic exploration. Culinary delights await in Tromsø, with a focus on fresh and local ingredients. Savor Arctic delicacies such as reindeer, king crab, and wild salmon in cozy restaurants and waterfront cafes. Don't forget to try traditional Norwegian waffles with cloudberry jam. Nature enthusiasts will find paradise in Tromsø's pristine landscapes. Hike through Arctic wilderness, go dogsledding across snowy plains, or enjoy a thrilling snowmobile adventure. In the summer, experience the Midnight Sun, when the sun never sets, and embark on hiking and kayaking expeditions. Tromsø is also the gateway to exploring the Arctic Ocean. Join a whale-watching tour to witness the majesty of humpback and killer whales, or set sail on a fjord cruise to admire dramatic fjords and stunning coastal scenery. The city's vibrant cultural scene includes theaters, music festivals, and art galleries. Attend a concert at the world-renowned Arctic Philharmonic Orchestra, or explore contemporary art at the Tromsø Kunstforening. As the day turns to night, Tromsø's nightlife comes alive with a cozy and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a drink in one of the city's many bars or cafes, where you can mingle with locals and fellow travelers. Tromsø welcomes you with open arms, inviting you to explore its Arctic wonders, embrace its rich culture, and connect with its warm and friendly residents. Come and immerse yourself in the magic of Tromsø, Norway, where every corner promises a new adventure and a deeper connection to the Arctic's heart. Your journey begins here!
Host City / Tromsø, Norway
Venue / Alfheim Stadion
Hosts / Dagny and Fred Buljo
Participating countries / 44
Debuting countries / None
Returning countries / Iran, New Zealand, Suriname and Togo
Withdrawing countries / Bulgaria, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Finland, Ghana, Hungary, Mexico and South Africa
Debuting players / None
Venue / Alfheim Stadion
Hosts / Dagny and Fred Buljo
Participating countries / 44
Debuting countries / None
Returning countries / Iran, New Zealand, Suriname and Togo
Withdrawing countries / Bulgaria, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Finland, Ghana, Hungary, Mexico and South Africa
Debuting players / None
Returning Artists
Aidan Cassar / for Malta / not qualifying for the final
Armin van Buuren / for Netherlands / his best result being 4th Christopher / for Denmark / Bronze Medallist Slimane Nebhi / twice for Monaco and once for France / his best result being 6th Tijana Bogicevic / for Serbia / her best result being 9th Timbaland / once for Indonesia, India and China / not qualifying for the final Zivert / for Russia / her best result being 8th |
Bruno Martini / for Brazil / not qualifying for the final
Di-rect / for Netherlands / not qualifying for the final Louane Emera / for Monaco / her best result being 18th Melina Aslanidou / once for Cyprus and Liechtenstein / her best result being 16th Ricki-Lee Coulter / for Australia / Bronze Medallist |
Damir Kedzo / for Croatia / not qualifying for the final
Danny Ocean / for Venezuela / placing 19th ISÁK / for Norway / placing 18th Iyeoka Okoawo / for United States / placing 21st Julia Michaels / for Norway / placing 24th Keren Peles / for Israel / not qualifying for the final Laleh / for Sweden / not qualifying for the final Ne-Yo / for Philippines / placing 15th Olivia Trappeniers / for Belgium / placing 9th Rag'n'Bone Man / for United Kingdom / placing 5th Ricardo Arjona / for Guatemala / Global Music Champion Sebalter / for Switzerland / not qualifying for the final The Roop / for Lithuania / Silver Medallists |
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 / Ireland, Portugal and Spain 4
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Iran, Denmark, Canada and Kiribati
Countries receiving points from most juries / France, 18
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Switzerland in 10th with 10 points from Belgium as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Canada in 18th getting 12 points from France
Spain received the first top mark and thus took the lead, but after a few juries they had to pass on the lead to Portugal. Sweden and Ukraine also held the lead throughout the voting, before Spain regained the top spot at the end of the jury vote. For the whole duration of the jury vote we had a close and exciting race for victory, and it was Spain who came out on top ahead of Portugal, France, Ukraine and Sweden. But as we have seen to many times before, the televote did not align with the jury vote. Only Portugal featured in the top five with both juries and the televote. It was Iran who received most points from the televote (though they only finished 13th with juries) ahead of Bosnia-Herzegovina (16th), Serbia (12th), Denmark (9th) and Portugal. Spain only finished 10th in the televote, which meant that they were leap frogged by their neighbours Portugal, and once again had to settle for the silver. France took the bronze and Ukraine and Ireland rounded out the top 5.
Portugal is one of the founding members of Global Music and has to date competed 153 times, reaching 88 finals with 31 top 10 finishes. They started out strongly with 3 top 10 results in their first four attempts, before it went downhill fast. Portugal bounced back though, and claimed their first gold medal in GM11, when David Fonseca's ballad scored a lot of top marks. The results then went up and down, and Portugal quite often missed the final, but other victories followed at the voices of Rosa Negra in GM46, Catarina Pereira in GM52 and again in GM99 with Kika winning in between in GM87. Their latest victory came in GM142 with Fernando Daniel. After a longer break, Sandro came back as HoD in GM162 and has since achieved 6 top 10 results and now crowns it with his 3rd gold medal for Portugal. Well done, Portugal, NEEV and Sandro!
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Iran, Denmark, Canada and Kiribati
Countries receiving points from most juries / France, 18
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Switzerland in 10th with 10 points from Belgium as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Canada in 18th getting 12 points from France
Spain received the first top mark and thus took the lead, but after a few juries they had to pass on the lead to Portugal. Sweden and Ukraine also held the lead throughout the voting, before Spain regained the top spot at the end of the jury vote. For the whole duration of the jury vote we had a close and exciting race for victory, and it was Spain who came out on top ahead of Portugal, France, Ukraine and Sweden. But as we have seen to many times before, the televote did not align with the jury vote. Only Portugal featured in the top five with both juries and the televote. It was Iran who received most points from the televote (though they only finished 13th with juries) ahead of Bosnia-Herzegovina (16th), Serbia (12th), Denmark (9th) and Portugal. Spain only finished 10th in the televote, which meant that they were leap frogged by their neighbours Portugal, and once again had to settle for the silver. France took the bronze and Ukraine and Ireland rounded out the top 5.
Portugal is one of the founding members of Global Music and has to date competed 153 times, reaching 88 finals with 31 top 10 finishes. They started out strongly with 3 top 10 results in their first four attempts, before it went downhill fast. Portugal bounced back though, and claimed their first gold medal in GM11, when David Fonseca's ballad scored a lot of top marks. The results then went up and down, and Portugal quite often missed the final, but other victories followed at the voices of Rosa Negra in GM46, Catarina Pereira in GM52 and again in GM99 with Kika winning in between in GM87. Their latest victory came in GM142 with Fernando Daniel. After a longer break, Sandro came back as HoD in GM162 and has since achieved 6 top 10 results and now crowns it with his 3rd gold medal for Portugal. Well done, Portugal, NEEV and Sandro!
The Winner
Deadlines
April 14th / Voting in the semi finals
April 14th / Nominating an artist for Global Music Royalty
April 25th / Voting in the final and for Global Music Royalty
May 5th / Submitting a song for the next edition of Global Music
April 14th / Nominating an artist for Global Music Royalty
April 25th / Voting in the final and for Global Music Royalty
May 5th / 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