Welcome to sARAJEVO
"Jerusalem of Europe"
Welcome to Sarajevo, a city where East and West converge in a harmonious blend of cultures and traditions. Nestled in the heart of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Sarajevo is a captivating destination that beckons travelers with its rich history, stunning architecture, and warm hospitality. Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories of this multicultural city as you wander through its bustling markets, stroll along its charming streets, and marvel at its diverse architectural styles, ranging from Ottoman to Austro-Hungarian. Discover the poignant remnants of Sarajevo's past, such as the iconic Latin Bridge and the historic Bascarsija district, where the scent of traditional Bosnian cuisine fills the air. Indulge in mouthwatering cevapi, sip on Turkish coffee, and experience the vibrant local culture that is infused with a unique blend of influences. But Sarajevo is not just a city of the past; it is a thriving metropolis with a burgeoning arts scene, hip cafes, and trendy boutiques. Immerse yourself in the city's lively nightlife, enjoy live music performances, and connect with the warm and friendly locals who will make you feel right at home. Surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, Sarajevo is also the gateway to outdoor adventures, from hiking in the nearby mountains to exploring the tranquil rivers and lakes. So why not embark on a journey to Sarajevo and experience the enchantment of a city that captivates with its history, mesmerizes with its culture, and leaves an indelible mark on your heart?
Host City / Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina
Venue / Vijecnica
Hosts / Ana Bavrka and Natasa Borozan
Participating countries / 40
Returning countries / Belgium, Cameroon and Turkey
Withdrawing countries / Benin, Brazil, India, Lithuania, Norway and Spain
Debuting players / None
Venue / Vijecnica
Hosts / Ana Bavrka and Natasa Borozan
Participating countries / 40
Returning countries / Belgium, Cameroon and Turkey
Withdrawing countries / Benin, Brazil, India, Lithuania, Norway and Spain
Debuting players / None
Returning Artists
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Marco Mengoni / 11 times for San Marino and 5 times for Italy / 4th place
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Gloria Trevi / 9 times for Mexico and once for Chile and Spain / 6th place
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Kylie Minogue / 6 times for Australia and once for Cuba, India, Italy and Mexico / Silver Medallist
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Anxhela Peristeri / for Albania / Global Music Champion
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James Blunt / 4 times for United Kingdom and once for Algeria, Germany and Italy / 4th place
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Antti Tuisku / for Finland / 8th place
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Elodie di Patrizi / twice for Italy and San Marino / 9th
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Kensington / for Netherlands / Double Silver Medallist
Lost Frequencies / for Belgium / 12th place Matteo Bocelli / for Italy / 4th place |
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Ayra Starr / for Benin / Semi Finalist
Elley Duhé / once for United States and San Marino / 9th place Leonard Cohen / for Canada / Semi Finalist Nevena Bozovic / for Serbia / 8th place Rosalía Tobella / once for Spain and Andorra / Semi Finalist |
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Dani Dimitrovska / for North Macedonia / 12th place
Dennis Lloyd / for Israel / Global Music Champion Eleftheria Eleftheriou / for Cyprus / Semi Finalist Felix Jaehn / for Russia / Semi Finalist Insooni / for South Korea / 5th place Jason Zhang / for China / Semi Finalist Lenny / for Czech Republic / 13th place Magdalena Bogic / for Bosnia-Herzegovina / 9th place Sandro Cavazza / for Sweden / 13th place |
DEADLINESJuly 12th:
Vote in the semi finals Nominate an artist for Global Music Royalty July 23rd: Vote in the final and for Global Music Royalty July 27th: Submit a song for the next edition |
VotingGive 12, 10, 8...1 point for your top 10
In the final you also have to choose 3 substitutes Voting forms: Semi final Final |
Songs & Videos |
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The Result
Countries receiving most 12 points / San Marino, 5
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Finland, Israel, Netherlands and Czech Republic
Countries receiving points from most juries / Belgium, 22
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / North Maceodonia in 13th with 10 points from South Korea as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Bosnia-Herzegovina in 26th getting 12 points from Canada
After the ninth jury had cast its votes, Belgium took the lead and held it all the way to the end, winning the jury vote a massive 34 points ahead of China, Serbia, Ukraine and Denmark. It seemed like the victory was secure, because who could rack up enough points with the televote to overtake Belgium? Well, well, well... The public - like so many times before - had a completely different favourite, and never before had they rallied so wholeheartedly behind one song. San Marino only finished 20th with the juries, but the public loved them and placed them way ahead of the rest with an unprecedented margin of 39 points! Netherlands (10th with the juries) finished a distant runner-up in the televote followed by Slovakia (19th), China and Ukraine. The public only placed Belgium in 22nd place, but with just enough points to stay one point ahead of San Marino, who leaped like a tiger into the runner-up position. China took home the bronze and Serbia and Ukraine rounded out the top 5.
Belgium was one of the founding members of the contest, though they skipped a few editions in the early days and also changed HoD quite often. They won their first medal - one of silver - when Lara Fabian came close to victory in GM23, and until their first victory in their 50th attempt, Belgium only achieved 8 top 10 results. It was Tom Dice and Elisa Tovati who finally did it for Belgium in GM66, but it seemed like a fluke as the good results were few and far between. Since that first gold medal Belgium has finished on the podium 4 times, but always on the last step and not since GM168. Now, on their return to the contest with a new HoD and with their 149th entry, Belgium can finally lift the trophy for a second time and look back on 90 finals, 28 top 10 results and 7 medals. Well done Belgium, Lost Frequencies, Elley Duhé, X Ambassadors and Yisus!
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Finland, Israel, Netherlands and Czech Republic
Countries receiving points from most juries / Belgium, 22
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / North Maceodonia in 13th with 10 points from South Korea as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Bosnia-Herzegovina in 26th getting 12 points from Canada
After the ninth jury had cast its votes, Belgium took the lead and held it all the way to the end, winning the jury vote a massive 34 points ahead of China, Serbia, Ukraine and Denmark. It seemed like the victory was secure, because who could rack up enough points with the televote to overtake Belgium? Well, well, well... The public - like so many times before - had a completely different favourite, and never before had they rallied so wholeheartedly behind one song. San Marino only finished 20th with the juries, but the public loved them and placed them way ahead of the rest with an unprecedented margin of 39 points! Netherlands (10th with the juries) finished a distant runner-up in the televote followed by Slovakia (19th), China and Ukraine. The public only placed Belgium in 22nd place, but with just enough points to stay one point ahead of San Marino, who leaped like a tiger into the runner-up position. China took home the bronze and Serbia and Ukraine rounded out the top 5.
Belgium was one of the founding members of the contest, though they skipped a few editions in the early days and also changed HoD quite often. They won their first medal - one of silver - when Lara Fabian came close to victory in GM23, and until their first victory in their 50th attempt, Belgium only achieved 8 top 10 results. It was Tom Dice and Elisa Tovati who finally did it for Belgium in GM66, but it seemed like a fluke as the good results were few and far between. Since that first gold medal Belgium has finished on the podium 4 times, but always on the last step and not since GM168. Now, on their return to the contest with a new HoD and with their 149th entry, Belgium can finally lift the trophy for a second time and look back on 90 finals, 28 top 10 results and 7 medals. Well done Belgium, Lost Frequencies, Elley Duhé, X Ambassadors and Yisus!
The Winner
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The Final
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Semi Final One
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Semi Final Two
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