The cancellation of the Eurovision song contest 2020 earlier this week has created a fog of sadness among the fans worldwide.
As the show must go on, the preparation for 2021 has already started and the broadcasters from all across Europe spoke up regarding its plans for the next edition of the contest. one of the fav countries to win the 2020 contest, Bulgarian, has announced that Victoria will be back in 2021 and the singer stated that she would like to have the opportunity to keep her entry for next year as well.
This is the first time in 64 years that the Eurovision Song Contest is canceled. the new situation has made the EBU think of many scenarios and whether they show bend the contest’s rules. therefore, a new statement came in today to make the future preparation clearer:
“we have been overwhelmed with the love that the Eurovision song contest (ESC) family has shared since the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 event. the EBU is very aware of how much the Eurovision song contest will be missed this year. The contest value of University and inclusivity, and our proud tradition of celebrating diversity through music, are needed more than ever right now. the EBU and its members are therefore currently exploring alternative programming, but not a competition, to help unite and entertain audiences around Europe during these challenging times. it is our intention in this programming, and on our online platforms in the coming months, to honour the songs and artists which have been chosen for the Eurovision song contest 2020. with that in mind, the reference group, The ESC’s governing board, has decided that, in accordance with the rules of the Eurovision song contest, this year’s songs will not be eligible to compete when the contest returns in 2021. At their discretion, participating broadcasters may decide which artist(s) to send in 2021, either this year’s or a newly chosen one. we ask for your patience while we walk through ideas in the coming days and weeks
Following the cancellation of #Eurovision 2020 we’d like to share some news with you from @EBU_HQ. pic.twitter.com/LVxLKYR6lg
— Eurovision Song Contest (@Eurovision) March 20, 2020
At the moment, several countries have already revealed details about their intention toward Eurovision 2021:
The Dutch Broadcaster AVROTOS has announced that Jeangu Marcooy will be the Dutch representative at Eurovision Song Contest 2021
Unfortunately the #ESC2020 has been cancelled. I completely understand the decision, since everyone's health is the most important thing right now. Hopefully later this year, we can look forward to a wonderful #Eurovision in good health, with #TeamJeangu! ❤ pic.twitter.com/cigyXA7cla
— Jeangu Macrooy (@JeanguMacrooy) March 18, 2020
The Spanish broadcaster RTVE invites Blas Cantó to represent the country in Eurovision 2021
The Mamas will not represent Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 and the representative will be the winner of “Melodifestivalen 2021“.
Gjon’s Tears will be back to represent Switzerland in 2021
Uku Suviste won’t represent Estonia at Eurovision 2020. The representative will be the winner of “Eesti Laul 2021“. Uku received a saved place among the 24 participants of “Eesti Laul 2021” and confirmed his participation.
Destiny will represent Malta at Eurovision 2020.
Roxen will represent Romania at Eurovision 2021.
DAMIR KEDZO will represent Croatia at Eurovision 2021
Victoria will represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2021.
Go_A band will represent Ukraine at Eurovision 2021
Stefania will represent Greece at Eurovision 2021
Hooverphonic band will represent Belgium with a new song at Eurovision 2021
Tornike Kipiani was confirmed at the Georgia representative for Eurovision 2021
Samira Efendi has confirmed as Azerbaijan representative for Eurovision 2021.
