“One Night’s Anger” is a title that promises a powerful, passionate song. Yet the classically-trained Hersi from Albania sounds remarkably subdued, like a cross between Kate Bush and Enya. Perhaps she will deliver a stronger live performance?
One artist who does deliver on a powerful performance is the Italian, Emma Marrone with “La Mia Citta” or To My City. While songs written in languages other than English tend to be generally less popular, this is one tune that will move the dance floor. Will Copenhagen be the lucky city for Emma?
Although it grabs your “Attention” from the very beginning, Lithuania’s entry by Vilija Matačiūnaitė is a fairly average pop song. It is, however, begging for some cheesy choreography in that classic jazz ballet style that Eurovision is famous for. Add in some gold sequins, and I’ll be a happy girl! Will this song gain the attention of the voting public?
Azerbaijan is like the Venezuela of Eurovision, they like to win and they select their songs carefully. Yet this year’s entry by Dilara Kazimova is a disappointment. It lacks the infectious melody or lyrics of Ell & Nikki’s winning number back in 2011, “Running Scared”. Will she have people dancing in a Perspex box? Success will all depend on the strength of her voice. Will this song “Start a Fire” with the voters?