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209
Bruges
Belgium

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​​Welcome to Bruges
"City of Swans"

Welcome to Bruges, a fairytale-like city nestled in the heart of Belgium, where cobblestone streets, medieval architecture, and enchanting canals create a picturesque destination that seems straight out of a storybook. Step back in time as you wander through Bruges' historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site that exudes a captivating charm. Marvel at the ornate facades of centuries-old buildings, and lose yourself in the narrow alleys that wind their way through the city, revealing hidden gems at every turn. Bruges' network of meandering canals adds to its romantic allure, earning it the nickname "Venice of the North." Take a leisurely boat tour along the waterways, passing under arched bridges and past scenic views that evoke a sense of tranquility and serenity. The iconic Belfry of Bruges, towering over the Market Square, offers panoramic views of the city and surrounding countryside. Climb its ancient steps and be rewarded with a breathtaking vista that captures the essence of Bruges' beauty. Art and culture flourish in Bruges, with its world-class museums and galleries. The Groeningemuseum houses a stunning collection of Flemish and Belgian art, while the Hospital of Saint John exhibits a treasure trove of medieval masterpieces. Savor the flavors of Belgium in Bruges' charming cafes and eateries. Indulge in mouthwatering Belgian chocolates, irresistible waffles topped with sweet delights, and flavorful Belgian beers that will tantalize your taste buds. As evening falls, the city comes alive with a cozy ambiance. Embrace the warmth of candlelit restaurants, and enjoy the serenade of live music that fills the air. Bruges' nighttime charm is a perfect backdrop for a romantic evening stroll. Bruges' welcoming atmosphere extends to its friendly locals, who take pride in sharing their city's history and traditions with visitors. Immerse yourself in their warm hospitality and feel like a part of the Bruges family. For nature lovers, Bruges' surrounding countryside offers scenic cycling routes and serene landscapes. Explore the peaceful polder countryside, where windmills stand tall amidst the tranquil countryside. Bruges is a place where time stands still, where every corner reveals a new layer of its enchanting tale. Whether you're an art aficionado, a history enthusiast, or a lover of picturesque landscapes, Bruges promises an unforgettable experience that will transport you to a world of wonder. Pack your bags and let Bruges' allure draw you to its captivating streets. Here, amidst the fairytale scenery, you'll find a city that captures your heart and sparks your imagination. Discover the magic of Bruges - your extraordinary journey begins now.
Billede
Host City / Bruges, Belgium
Venue / Bruges Municipal Theater
Hosts / Kim Clijsters and Marouane Fellaini
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Participating countries / 40
Returning countries / Armenia, Bahrain, Lithuania, Norway and Suriname
Withdrawing countries / Cameroon, Italy, Portugal, Taiwan and Uzbekistan

Debuting players / None
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Returning Artists

Kendji Girac / 7 times for France, 3 times for Monaco and once for Israel / Double Global Music Champion
Armin van Buuren / 3 times for Netherlands and once for United States / 4th place
Calum Scott / 3 times for United Kingdom and once for Indonesia / Global Music Champion
Lost Frequencies / for Belgium / Global Music Champion

Konstantinos Argyros / for Cyprus / 7th place
Younha / for South Korea / Bronze Medallist
Crystallia / for Greece / 6th place
Emma Steinbakken / for Norway / 19th place
Florent Pagny / once for France and Monaco / 10th place
Mariza Ikonomi / for Albania / 18th place
Mirza Selimovic / for Bosnia-Herzegovina / 5th place
Sinéad O'Connor / once for Ireland and Canada / 13th place
Angellina / for Serbia / 18th place
A-WA / for Yemen / 10th place
Black Sun / for Ecuador / 10th place

Gaël Faye / for Monaco / Semi Final
Pinguini Tattici Nucleari / for Italy / Semi Final
Selin Gecit / for Turkey / Semi Final
Thea Trajkovska / for North Macedonia / Semi Final

DEADLINES

August 11th:
Vote in the semi finals
Nominate an artist for Global Music Royalty

August 23rd:
Vote in the final and for Global Music Royalty

August 31st:
Submit a song for the next edition

Voting

Give 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

Dropbox entitled "209 Bruges"

​​YouTube playlist at TVGlobalMusic

Live Voting

The final
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​The televote

Scoreboards

The final​
The televote
Semi final one
Semi final two​

The Result

Countries receiving most 12 points / United States, 5
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Norway, Bosnia-Herzegovina, South Korea and Netherlands
Countries receiving points from most juries / Bahrain, 23
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Finland in 14th with 8 points from Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands and Australia as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Mexico in 26th getting 12 points from France

Turkey received the first top mark, but quickly passed it on to Finland and Netherlands, who kept it until halfway through the jury vote. Turkey then took back the lead but battled hard with Netherlands, before Suriname joined the fight towards the end. When all jury votes had been counted Turkey was on top followed by Suriname, Bahrain, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Norway. However, none of these five countries also finished in the top five in the televote. Bahrain came the closest reaching 6th place. Instead the public favoured France (who was 9th with the juries) ahead of Andorra (22nd), United States (12th), Belgium (14th) and Germany (7th). Turkey was 7th in the televote, but it was enough to stay ahead of the competitors, when the jury and public votes were combined. Bahrain took home the silver in only their second participation, and France climbed into the bronze medal position. United States and Bosnia-Herzegovina rounded out the top 5.

Turkey is one of the founding members of Global Music and has since competed 179 times under 4 different players. For the first 20 editions, Turkey was truly a force to be reckoned with and they reached the top 10 an amazing 13 times, including 8 consecutive top 10 finishes from GM09 to GM16. During this period Turkey won 4 medals including their first of gold in GM15 thanks to Murat Boz. After GM20 things seemed to change for the worse though and Turkey decided to take a break of 8 editions. When returning in GM37, a new HoD had taken over. He got off to a bumpy start though, and only reached the top 10 once in his first 10 attempts. Towards the end of 2010, things changed for the better, and Turkey took home 3 medals in 4 editions, but they had to wait until GM76 to be able to lift the trophy for the second time, when Aynur Aydin finished on top. The third gold medal came only 7 editions later, when Emre Aydin triumphed. This was followed by a bronze medal on home soil and another one shortly after, and in GM100 the current HoD, Günec, took the reigns of Turkey. In her first 35 participations, Turkey only reached the top 10 twice, and though they have since won 2 silver medals, they have not graced the top 10 since GM160! But who cares about this, when you can call yourself Global Music Champion for the 4th time? Well done Turkey, Selin Gecit and Günec!  

The Winner

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The Final

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Turkey
Selin Gecit
​Lovers hurricane
​129 points
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02
Bahrain
Majid Jordan
Waves of blue
​121 points
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03
France
Kendji Girac feat. Florent Pagny
​Encore
​113 points
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04
United States
Caroline Polachek
​Sunset
​106 points
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05
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Mirza Selimovic
​Plakaces
​106 points
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Germany
Will Church
Hold on
​105 points
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07
Belgium
Lost Frequencies feat. Calum Scott
​Where are you now
​103 points
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08
Suriname
SERA
​Head held high
​103 points
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09
South Korea
Younha
​P.R.R.W
​94 points
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10
Netherlands
Armin van Buuren feat. Trevor Guthrie
​This is what it feels like
​93 points
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11
Norway
Emma Steinbakken
​Used to love you
​91 points
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12
Andorra
Doctor Prats
​Ocells de llum
​84 points
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13
Denmark
Jacob Dinesen
​Roll with me
​81 points
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14
Ireland
Sinéad O'Connor
​This is a rebel song
​79 points
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15
Finland
Pasi ja Anssi
Maailman onnellisin maa
​79 points
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16
China
JEN Z
​How to love
​76 points
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17
​United Kingdom
Grace Davies
​Just a girl
​75 points
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18
North Macedonia
Thea Trajkovska
​Mnogu baram
​73 points
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19
San Marino
Pinguini Tattici Nucleari
​Rubami la notte
​68 points
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20
Armenia
Maléna
​Flashing lights
​63 points
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21
Israel
A-WA
​Hana mash hu al yaman
​61 points
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22
Czech Republic
Natalie Grossova & Nicolas Paul
​Magnolie
​57 points
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23
Serbia
Angellina
​Vanila
​52 points
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24
Philippines
Maris Racal
​Di papakawalan
​51 points
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Ukraine
Krychitka
​Lantsyuh
​45 points
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26
Mexico
Paco de María
​Enamórate
​38 points

Semi Final One

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Bosnia-Herzegovina
Mirza Selimovic
​Plakaces
​86 points
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France
Kendji Girac feat. Florent Pagny
​Encore
​77 points
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Turkey
Selin Gecit
​Lovers hurricane
​77 points
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04
United States
Caroline Polachek
​Sunset
​75 points
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South Korea
Younha
​P.R.R.W
​74 points
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Norway
Emma Steinbakken
​Used to love you
​72 points
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Andorra
Doctor Prats
​Ocells de llum
​72 points
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08
Czech Republic
Natalie Grossova & Nicolas Paul
​Magnolie
​70 points
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09
North Macedonia
Thea Trajkovska
​Mnogu baram
​65 points
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10
Mexico
Paco de María
​Enamórate
​64 points
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Slovakia
Andrew May
​All this night
59 points

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12
Albania
Mariza Ikonomi
​Mama
48 points

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Lithuania
Dominykas Vaitiekunas & Matto
​Pyktis
45 points

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14
Canada
Aysanabee
​Somebody else
43 points

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15
Australia
Lime Cordiale
Imposter syndrome
39 points

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Switzerland
Jesse Ritch
​Good side of life
39 points

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Liechtenstein
Tristan Brusch
​Am Herz vorbei
37 points

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DNF
Greece
Crystallia
​Teliká
60 points

Semi Final Two

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Netherlands
Armin van Buuren feat. Trevor Guthrie
​This is what it feels like
​105 points
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Bahrain
Majid Jordan
Waves of blue
​104 points
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03
Armenia
Maléna
​Flashing lights
​94 points
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04
Suriname
SERA
​Head held high
​84 points
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05
Germany
Will Church
Hold on
​81 points
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06
​United Kingdom
Grace Davies
​Just a girl
​75 points
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07
Denmark
Jacob Dinesen
​Roll with me
​72 points
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Finland
Pasi ja Anssi
Maailman onnellisin maa
​68 points
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Philippines
Maris Racal
​Di papakawalan
​68 points
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10
Ireland
Sinéad O'Connor
​This is a rebel song
​67 points
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Israel
A-WA
​Hana mash hu al yaman
​66 points
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12
Sweden
Julia Alfrida
​Like a bass
58 points

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Monaco
Gaël Faye
​Respire
54 points

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Cyprus
Konstantinos Argyros & Light
​Iliovasilema
49 points

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Estonia
WATEVA feat. Manna & ÜENSO
​Disposable society
45 points

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Madagascar
Razia Said
​Omama
42 points

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Ecuador
Black Sun
​Still alive
28 points

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  • News
  • 210 Mugla
  • 209 Bruges
  • 208 Sarajevo
  • History
    • Editions 1 -50
    • Editions 51 - 100
    • Editions 101 - 150
    • Editions 151 - 200
    • Super Finals
  • Statistics
  • The Countries
    • Africa
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • North America
    • Oceania
    • South America
  • The Artists
    • Global Music Royalty
  • Rules
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