Five Ways AI Can Improve The Eurovision Song Contest
Let’s start with a ridiculously brief and oversimplified look at what is meant by AI in the current climate, and specifically generative AI. It’s the big buzzword in technology and artistic circles right now. This is where, with a few prompts, questions and guidance, a computer program will construct the requested media to the best […]
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UMK’s Nine Hour Party For 13,000 Fans
Finland's National Final isn't just a two hour long show, but a three hour pre-party and four hour after party in and around the edges of the Nokia Arena, and everybody with a ticket is welcome. Should every National Final be like this?
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Tampere, The Wannabe Eurovision Host City
Tampere hosted Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu, but the city organised far more than just the tour itself. What other events were in town, and how did Käärijä's defeat to Loreen inspire the city to go along this quest?
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Sometimes The Songs Should Be Silly
If a dog can play basketball, then there’s nothing stopping us from embracing the silly songs of the Contest. Ben Robertson reminds us why Eurovision needs art from the likes of Finland’s Windows95man.
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The Magic Of Sanremo And The Love Of A Found Family
As the 74th Sanremo Music Festival approaches the final night, Ilaria Pagano celebrates the music, the memes, and the emotional power of Italy’s biggest show.
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