Welcome to Gold Coast
"Where Highrise Apartments meet the Beach"
Welcome to the Gold Coast, Australia's playground of sun, surf, and endless adventures, where every day is a vibrant celebration of life, leisure, and the great outdoors. Stretching along Queensland's stunning coastline, the Gold Coast welcomes you with golden sandy beaches that seem to stretch forever. Sink your toes into the soft sand of Surfers Paradise, catch the perfect wave at Snapper Rocks, or simply relax and soak up the sunshine. For thrill-seekers, this city is an adrenaline playground. Experience the heart-pounding rush of theme parks like Dreamworld, Sea World, and Warner Bros. Movie World, where thrilling rides and unforgettable shows await. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by the lush hinterland of the Gold Coast. Explore the ancient rainforests of the Springbrook National Park, where waterfalls, glowworm caves, and the Natural Bridge create a magical setting. Hike through Lamington National Park's World Heritage-listed rainforest, home to unique wildlife and stunning vistas. The Gold Coast's culinary scene is a tantalizing blend of international flavors and fresh seafood. Savor a seafood feast at local restaurants, indulge in gourmet cuisine, or experience the vibrant dining scene in Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach. Explore the waterways and canals of the Gold Coast by boat or kayak, where dolphins and turtles may play alongside you. For a different perspective, take a hot air balloon ride over the stunning hinterland or experience the thrill of skydiving above the coastline. As night falls, the Gold Coast's vibrant nightlife comes alive. Experience the electrifying atmosphere of the Surfers Paradise nightlife district, where clubs, bars, and live music venues promise unforgettable evenings filled with entertainment and excitement. The Gold Coast invites you to embrace its blend of sun-soaked adventures, natural beauty, and lively entertainment. Whether you're a beach bum, a thrill-seeker, or a nature lover, the Gold Coast offers an exhilarating experience that will leave you with cherished memories and a longing to return.
Host City / Gold Coast, Australia
Venue / Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
Hosts / Miranda Kerr and Ryan Kwanten
Participating countries / 44
Debuting countries / Solomon Islands
Returning countries / Cameroon, Czech Republic, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, India, Lebanon, Russia, Sweden and Switzerland
Withdrawing countries / Argentina, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Israel, Madagascar, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, San Marino, Tunisia and Vietnam
Debuting players / Albert for Switzerland, Artem for Hungary, Javier CT for Solomon Islands and Veronika for Lebanon
Venue / Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
Hosts / Miranda Kerr and Ryan Kwanten
Participating countries / 44
Debuting countries / Solomon Islands
Returning countries / Cameroon, Czech Republic, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, India, Lebanon, Russia, Sweden and Switzerland
Withdrawing countries / Argentina, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Israel, Madagascar, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, San Marino, Tunisia and Vietnam
Debuting players / Albert for Switzerland, Artem for Hungary, Javier CT for Solomon Islands and Veronika for Lebanon
Returning Artists
Akasha / for Costa Rica / placing 10th
Alban Skënderaj / for Albania / Global Music Champion Bengü Erden / for Turkey / placing 16th Kany García / for Puerto Rico / placing 13th Konstantinos Argyros / for Cyprus / placing 7th Lucenzo / for Portugal / not qualifying for the final Nora Istrefi / for Albania / not qualifying for the final Olly Murs / for United Kingdom / placing 13th Soma Manuchar / for Iraq / Global Music Champion Velile / for South Africa / Global Music Champion |
The Result
Countries receiving most 12 points / United Kingdom and Lebanon, 4
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Andorra and Hungary
Countries receiving points from most juries / Denmark and Estonia, 18
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Denmark in 7th with 10 points from United States, Cameroon and United Kingdom as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Russia in 22nd, getting 12 points from Mexico
This was one of the most exciting votings ever with the top 7 finishing within 10 points of each other! With the lead changing several times throughout the voting, United States came out on top for the 4th time. Iceland finished as runner-up and went home with the silver, and Lebanon won their first medal, taking home the bronze. Cameroon and Andorra rounded out the top 5, with the former also achieving their best result ever. The same was achieved by India in 8th place.
United States made its debut in GM04 and achieved 5 top 10 results in their first 6 participations including a silver medal. In the following editions their form took a turn for the worse and the HoD changed a few times. With Robert - the current HoD - taking over in GM29, things turned around and in only his 3rd attempt, he brought victory to the US for the first time. In a total of 76 participations, the US has reached the final 62 times, the top 10 36 times and on 14 occasions they have taken home a medal. Well done Olly Murs, FloRida, United States and Robert!
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Andorra and Hungary
Countries receiving points from most juries / Denmark and Estonia, 18
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Denmark in 7th with 10 points from United States, Cameroon and United Kingdom as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Russia in 22nd, getting 12 points from Mexico
This was one of the most exciting votings ever with the top 7 finishing within 10 points of each other! With the lead changing several times throughout the voting, United States came out on top for the 4th time. Iceland finished as runner-up and went home with the silver, and Lebanon won their first medal, taking home the bronze. Cameroon and Andorra rounded out the top 5, with the former also achieving their best result ever. The same was achieved by India in 8th place.
United States made its debut in GM04 and achieved 5 top 10 results in their first 6 participations including a silver medal. In the following editions their form took a turn for the worse and the HoD changed a few times. With Robert - the current HoD - taking over in GM29, things turned around and in only his 3rd attempt, he brought victory to the US for the first time. In a total of 76 participations, the US has reached the final 62 times, the top 10 36 times and on 14 occasions they have taken home a medal. Well done Olly Murs, FloRida, United States and Robert!
The Winner
Scoreboards and Live Voting
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