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Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 06:43 PM

> Good evening, and welcome to the results of the thirty-third edition of the Buzzjack Song Contest in Kopečka's capital, Zagorasta! My name is Shirley Clamp, noted Queen of Pressbyrån and Hot Mess tsar of the Kopeček government.

> We had 42 nations joining us for this contest, and 42 became 28 after the semi-finals, and all but two returned their votes on time for tonight's results. Unfortunately, the delegations from New Caprica and Kathaldazia have been subjected to the state death penalty of death by Canned Heat due to their failures to vote, but the rest of you thankfully all managed to do so - and as such, we have a winner. Results will begin provisionally at 8pm, but in practice they WILL be stalled if we don't have at least ten delegations viewing, so make sure you all turn up!

> So, what will tonight's results yield? Will we see the first ever foreign language male winner in Hendinia's Rasmus Seebach? The second host-winner in a row in Kopečka's Vendela? Or our first ever Romanian winner in the People's Republic of Jester's Alexandra Stan? Or will we see someone nobody had guessed triumph overall? It's ALL IN THE AIR. But until then, have a peek at the scoreboard and one of my most treasured performances of all time, Med hjärtat fyllt av ljus, in my attempt to represent Kopečka at BJSC XV. The fact I finished last in the selection is neither here nor there. Enjoy my gammon and pig in heat pitching.

Posted by: JamesP 24th April 2011, 06:44 PM

i has an excite.

of course, this is Torchwood in BJSC so after about five results I will lose all interest as we flop hard ^^

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 06:46 PM

Predictions? ;o

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 06:48 PM

I'm glad the 'celebrity host' thing has taken off

FSR Rontvia are here! Hoping for a top ten finish, which would be respectable enough to follow two wins. 15th or below = FLOP, and I'm not wanting that to happen particularly as I haven't flopped since 2009 when I sent that unloved nobody Example with that song that nobody liked - until it popped up in their personal charts 4 months later :/ Not quite as bad as The Fear failing to qualify for the Best Of the month before it went to #1 in the multichart/UK though!

Hoping for a win for either my 12, 10 or 8 pointer and my 10 pointer probably has no chance, so go one of the other two

I'm predicting a dogfight between Batidas, Kopecka and Leivant with Ashton and Hendinia up there also. The indie crowd will give their 12's to Eledan which is just as well as nobody else will give them anything.

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 06:49 PM

Oh wow!

Is it actually going to 'work', like a gif or something, or will it just be a still picture?

And why am I always referred to as 'Kluminica' by you?

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 06:49 PM

OMG the scoreboard looks amazing Is PRoJ really a contender tonight? We were talking about it earlier, I'm sure he'll do better than me tonight, I think it could be his first top 5, but it would be AMAZEBALLS if he won.

Posted by: Jaack Sykes 24th April 2011, 06:50 PM

Did the tension thing work out with the last few people who voted, or have you decided on the voting order yourself (as ESC might do)?

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 06:50 PM

I'm almost certain you'll get top 10! Maybe even another win?

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 06:51 PM

I predict Battidas to win

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 06:51 PM

I decided on the voting order myself.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 06:53 PM

So long as I'm not last I'll be happy enough.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 06:53 PM

I don't DO Republic of etc. unless it needs it to differentiate it (like PR of Jester). I was the exact same when Silas had his little thing with that Republikken/Republique d' he insisted on always adding to Ashton back in the day.

A gif would've been AMAZING but I sadly didn't have the time to do 40 different voting gifs It's just stills.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 06:53 PM

Still sounds amazing.

Hoping for top 10 tonight, but I think it's out of reach, so top 15 will do. Also then I'll be able to send the winner of XXXIV rather than the best k-pop song I can pull out of my arse.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 06:56 PM

I think that's an incredibly long shot, predictions have been 6th-10th almost exclusively and I think that sounds about right. There's a clear cut top five in my mind, but then that didn't include Mr Saxobeat, as the Euro dance songs tend to finish low top ten when they're sent, so I figured this would do about the same. But provisionally I'll say;

1. Batidas
2. Lievant
3. Kopecka
4. Hendinia
5. Ashton
6. PRoJ

with my entry just below...

No doubt Tirren's laughing at how laughably incorrect my predictions are!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 06:57 PM

You'll be happy enough then, cause I can tell you now last place is mine

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 06:58 PM

No it isn't.

Lievant are walking this tbh. Just a hunch.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 06:58 PM

The predictions were none to kind for mine though. I don't mind, people had already entered my first, second and third choices annoyingly.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 06:59 PM

It'd be really nice to see either Batidas or Lievant win, purely because the other major favourites have all hosted before, and I'd quite like to see a new style of hosting, assuming they don't hand it down to 2nd place.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:00 PM

Actually I tried to send Vanbot, I PMed it about 3 hours after it leaked and Cal (?) already had it

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:01 PM

I'm only seeing five people. I DID demand ten minimum. And puppies to dry my hands on.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:01 PM

Seven.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:02 PM

Eleven now, so start!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:02 PM

Then again though the odds were low for me only a couple of people put me in the bottom few in the predicta. Top 20 would be great, I know it's an extremely long shot for me to win, but I'd to not be near last!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:03 PM

THERE WE GO

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:03 PM

And we start the voting with N-Lazone! Unfortunately they dropped out at the semi stage with Sander van Doorn to remain the most unsuccessful new nation we've seen for quite some time, but how will their votes go?



12 ıı FSR Rontvia
10 ıı BaNG
08 ıı Ojnoj
07 ıı Yuxhaaq
06 ıı Botanikka
05 ıı Dalisska
04 ıı Lievant
03 ıı Ashton
02 ıı Unovia
01 ıı Numayania

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 07:03 PM

There's 11 people!

edit: Oh!

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:03 PM

That was my first choice too!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:04 PM

Thanks for the 2 Nick (?) He is N-Lazone right?

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:04 PM

Yep. Thanks Nick Looks like I'm going to do better than in UP5 then

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:04 PM

Starting with a 12, great - merci Nick!

Must be the Britney effect, close enough!

Posted by: RC741 24th April 2011, 07:06 PM

Just to let you know that I'm watching with interest but have not entered due to being ineligible

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 07:06 PM

Sorry!

Anyway, I'm pretty sure Kopecka or Batidas are going to win, based on what stood out for me and hype.

Oh, thanks for the 4 points Nick!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:08 PM

It's OK, I think it was a bit of a scrummage tbh

This really isn't the exciting bit. You're like half of the British TV audience that switches on Eurovision for the voting (will NEVER understand that...)

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:09 PM

Second up are Botanikka, who made it through against the odds with Rai Knight's 'Persistence'.



12 ıı Ojnoj
10 ıı Torchwood
08 ıı Kopečka
07 ıı Numayania
06 ıı Tinnmark
05 ıı Caerfyrddia
04 ıı Lorikeet
03 ıı Lievant
02 ıı BaNG
01 ıı FSR Rontvia

And Ojnoj burst into the lead off the back of their first 12 of the night. But, of course, it's still all to play for.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:10 PM

So Vanbot is this month's Helena Paparizou? Except no-one even bothered sending Baby It's Over AFAIK - I shoulda nabbed it Government Name did shockingly well for me though, so I didn't mind

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:10 PM

It's always good to kick off with pointage.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:10 PM

Woah Thanks for the 7 Addy! Considering you gave nothing to The Spell it's a nice surprise

Posted by: JamesP 24th April 2011, 07:10 PM

Thanks Addy

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:10 PM

Because it's the only part that doesn't clash with Britain's Got Talent

Plus most people I know only watch to see how the UK does and hear the winner at the end. They're not interested in anything else sadly

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:11 PM

I always watch the entire Eurovision start to finish without fail!

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:12 PM

Thanks for the point Addy! Impressive for Ojnoj, I always suspected that it was being underrated (and was the only one that saw it going through to the final) but even so, I certainly wouldn't expect it to finish top ten in the final

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:13 PM

As is only right and proper. The performances/songs are the best part.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:13 PM

Agreed The voting sucks frankly cos it drags on forever and the good stuff never does as well as it should

Ditto 99% of Buzzjack (and by definition, 9 out of 10 gay men)

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:14 PM

Letland next, who had their first fall at the semi-final stage ever with DJ Lutique.



12 ıı Lievant
10 ıı Farahtyn
08 ıı Tinnmark
07 ıı Kopečka
06 ıı Lorikeet
05 ıı Numayania
04 ıı Hendinia
02 ıı Kluminica
01 ıı Yuxhaaq

Ojnoj remain in the lead, but only just as Lievant surge forward to take second. Could we see their first ever win with Vanbot?

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 07:15 PM

Woo, more points, thanks Addy!

Oh, and Letland too!

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 07:15 PM

Oooh thanks Letland

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:15 PM

Thanks Letland (I still don't know who you are )

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:15 PM

I know, the voting is the boring bit - it drags on a lot I don't why you'd want to see just how the voting went and not who performed well/messed up etc.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:15 PM

Batidas getting off an excellent start.

Jason Reeves 'Sticks N Stones' <--- I will be surprised if this wins.

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 07:16 PM

Surprised that Batidas haven't got any points, but then again, this could be part of Tirren's dynamic voting order?

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:17 PM

Sadly Sticks N Stones will fall quite a way I hope Ojnoj shockingly end up top 10 but I very much doubt it

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:17 PM

Well, it used to be much worse when they read out every score.

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 07:17 PM

Being a 'stats' nerd, I love the voting too!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:17 PM

Letland = Vulker.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:18 PM

Greenfroze's Alice Svensson is on nul at the moment, but that could still change. How will their points go?



12 ıı Dalisska
10 ıı Kopečka
08 ıı Lorikeet
07 ıı FSR Rontvia
06 ıı Torchwood
05 ıı Numayania
04 ıı Tinnmark
03 ıı Unovia
02 ıı Kathaldazia
01 ıı Herzebania

And the audience explodes as the host nation goes into the lead! Last time this happened The You Know Who (later renamed to KillaBITE) finished 4th, but could Vendela do better with the highly tipped Punk Rock Song?

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:19 PM

Sorry Vulker I should have read the thread

And thanks Freeze Can't help but feel I've got a BIG slide coming on...

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:19 PM

Do people seriously not like the ESC voting? It's one of the major great things about the contest for me!

Admittedly it used to be more interesting when the winner wasn't painfully obvious from the halfway point (or 5 votes in in 2009), but I still watch with interest, particularly to see if and where the UK's points come from. Plus it's always great to see your favourite song win, as has happened to me in 2001, 2004, 2009 and 2010

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:19 PM

Nah, too many posters in the other thread ended up stating how they sadly didn't get the hype for the track.

Still think Kopecka will do well.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:20 PM

Thanks for the 3 Freeze

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:20 PM

The voting is the BIG thing I watch the contest for. The performances tend to be the part you want to get out of the way once you've seen most of them in the semis.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:21 PM

Thanks Freeze! Nice to hover around the top of the scoreboard, although with the 'dynamic voting order' it could all come crashing down towards the end

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:21 PM

Yes but considering that most of the GBP doesn't watch the semis they're still magical



It's fine, but it's very rare that my favourite song wins. Apparently the voting will be arranged to be more exciting this year but they haven't actually officially confirmed that yet...

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:21 PM

Not looking so hot right now. Oh well, i've had too many hits in a row. I'm overdue a flop.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:21 PM

Battidas still on nul points Hope that seriously changes, hopefully Tirrun's cleverly done the voting order so it's all really exciting and it all changes at the last minute

Posted by: Jaack Sykes 24th April 2011, 07:22 PM

I LOVE the voting. Not a fan of every point being read though. The Bosnian woman who messed up in 2003 Swedish guy in 2008 Loved it even more in 2009 (waving my flag whenever we got points) & 2010 (becoming increasingly excited when it was apparent that Lena would win).

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:23 PM

Kluminica made it through their first ever semi-finals with Sjus, but aren't highly tipped to do well tonight.



12 ıı Batidas
10 ıı Numayania
08 ıı Greenfroze
07 ıı Unovia
06 ıı Hendinia
05 ıı FSR Rontvia
04 ıı BaNG
03 ıı Kathaldazia
02 ıı Kopečka
01 ıı Persephonia

And Stine Bramsen goes into the lead for the first time since she last entered (and won!) with The Spell in XX. Batidas are finally lifted off the nul with a 12 from Kluminica - could this night not go as well for them as originally thought?

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:23 PM

I don't mind the ESC voting when it's exciting at the begining but when you begin to get a vague idea of the finishing order just over halfway through (usually) I begin to find it dull Always carry on watching though

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:23 PM

I wouldn't go that far, but I do tend to be more interested in the second half of the show than the first, apart from in 2009 where every detail/performance was more or less spectacular! The worst bit for me, almost exclusively, is the interval act/gap between the performances and voting. The only one I've ever genuinely enjoyed was Aqua and Safri Duo in 2001 Most countries see it as an opportunity to push some pretentious new age crap and the contest hasn't been about that for years. Last year's was a massive step in the right direction though, very modern.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:24 PM

Thanks Klumzee My highest points yet! Numuyania top atm

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:24 PM

It should be more exciting this year if the reading of the votes in a strategic order thing works out, but in general I tend to find it drags a little.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:25 PM

FUUUUUUUUCKING HELLLLLLLLLL Thanks Klumzee If I win, I will also send a k-pop track

That's my major issue, I wish all the votes were still announced, it gets hard to follow after a couple of drinks Agree that it's good when the vote presenter is funny or cute though

Posted by: Jaack Sykes 24th April 2011, 07:25 PM

Not with such a brilliant track though

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:25 PM

I loved the interval act last year, it was quite interesting to watch. Same goes for 2009, but more so for sheer WTF value with those ridiculous plastic sheets or whateber with the people writhing around on them.

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 07:25 PM

No points so far - so much for me being a contender.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:26 PM

[topical]I'm starting to feel like Jemini [/topical]

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:26 PM

It happens often

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:26 PM

Sorry I can assure you that will change

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:26 PM

I'm milking these moments because I suspect there will be very few during the course of the night.

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:27 PM

As for interval acts, Cirque were amazing

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:27 PM

Could we have the votes from the debuting l'Ex republique yugoslave de Vojvodine-dans-le-Wold, please?



12 ıı Farahtyn
10 ıı Lievant
08 ıı Yuxhaaq
07 ıı Torchwood
06 ıı Batidas
05 ıı Tinnmark
04 ıı Greenfroze
03 ıı Herzebania
02 ıı Unovia
01 ıı Lorikeet

And Farahtyn receive their first douze in years! However, the big story here is the 10 to Lievant, putting them in the lead for the first time…ever?

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:29 PM

I actually can't remember the last time i was this far down a scoreboard.

Whenever it was i sent I Like That.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:30 PM

Well deserved 12 for Farathyn And thanks for the points VOTW Sorry I don't know who you are And I cba to look at the thread

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:31 PM

You're welcome

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 07:31 PM

As long as I get higher than #21 (my peak so far) I'm happy

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 07:31 PM

Wow, thanks John!

I think I was leading in one contest, but ended dropping down to about 20! Hopefully won't happen again.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:32 PM

Thanks for the 5 Klumzee, I forgot to say! Some really surprising flops thus far...

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:32 PM

Thanks for the 6 points John.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:32 PM

Dalisska aren't renowned for their track record in the contest, only finishing in the top five for the first time with KillaBITE late last year, but Austra's been predicted to do well and could restore them to the left half of the scoreboard...



12 ıı Xanaga
10 ıı Lievant
08 ıı PR Jester
07 ıı Ashton
06 ıı Caerfyrddia
05 ıı Batidas
04 ıı Kylienips
03 ıı Lorikeet
02 ıı Botanikka
01 ıı Greenfroze

Xanaga are lifted off the foot of the scoreboard with a douze from Dalisska, with just two countries left on nul - but Lievant get yet another ten, shoving them ahead into an 11 point lead. Definite contenders? We've got 33 juries left, it may be too soon to call it…

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:33 PM

Can't believe I'm still second

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:34 PM

Kathaldazia bombing And will even moreso with the deduction for not voting.

As much as Gaga is loved on here, Gaga copycat tracks NEVER seem to do well I guess people see it as an insult to their idol!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:34 PM

Oh thanks then John

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 07:35 PM

I have the Chinese Lady Gaga and she's doing OK so far Surely it'll change though?

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:37 PM

Batidas sends much love to Dalisska for the 5 points.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:37 PM

Could we have the votes from the People's Republic of Jester please? Alexandra Stan is off to a slow start with just eight points so far…



12 ıı Batidas
10 ıı Lievant
08 ıı Xanaga
07 ıı Caerfyrddia
06 ıı Numayania
05 ıı Dalisska
04 ıı Persephonia
03 ıı Greenfroze
02 ıı Kopečka
01 ıı Ojnoj

And Riverside gets its second 12 of the night! But, more importantly, Lievant get their third 10 in a row, extending their lead to 14 points…

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 07:37 PM

Thanks Sean, I think it is? Anyway, I'm sure that lead'll reduce, but at least I can say I was leading for a bit!

And Jester!

Posted by: Mart!n 24th April 2011, 07:38 PM

Thanks for the points Dalisska

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:38 PM

Sean Ta very much!

Posted by: Mart!n 24th April 2011, 07:38 PM

Don't jinx it now... will ya

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:40 PM

It's jinxed anyway

Anywhoo, thanks Matt

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:41 PM

Hello Kopečka! This is Lykke Li calling from FSR Rontvia, I was so excited to bring the nation their sixth win last month but we're so grateful that you took over the hosting - we just couldn't justify the cost of hosting for a second month in a row! You've done a brilliant job, it's been a great show and Shirley - you look stunning as usual, you have a figure to rival some of the most beautiful women in the world. Here are the results from FSR Rontvia, now chosen by a 50% jury and 50% televote;



1 Point: Numayania: Morten Hampenberg & Alexander Brown; Stine Bramsen 'I Want You (To Want Me Back)'
2 Points: Ashton: Molly Sandén 'Det Är Inte Jag'
3 Points: Herzebania: Linda Pritchard 'Glorious'
4 Points: Tinnmark: Anna Abreu 'Hysteria'
5 Points: Ojnoj: Jason Reeves 'Sticks N Stones'
6 Points: Lievant: Vanbot 'Make Me, Break Me'
7 Points: Hendinia: Rasmus Seebach 'Natteravn'

And now for the big three. In third place is the nation who topped our vote last month - the hosts, that's right - it's you!

8 Points: Kopečka: Vendela 'Punk Rock Song'

We gave them the full 12 way back in XIX, and this song is very very near as great, and very much worthy of our ten;

10 Points: Caerfyrddia: Katzenjammer 'Lady Marlene'

And it was a very close call, but this song we found to be absolutely stunning and a ridiculously huge grower - so we give our 12 to a debuting nation;

12 Points: Batidas: Agnes Obel 'Riverside'

Thank you and goodnight, may the best song win!

-

Lievant stay in the lead, but Batidas's second 12 in a row puts them within sniffing distance of Vanbot as the host nation stay in the game.

Posted by: Mart!n 24th April 2011, 07:41 PM

I'll be back later, still got loads to do in the chart forum

Posted by: martyn 24th April 2011, 07:41 PM

Thanks to the two voters for Farahtyn so far!

Posted by: Peter30 24th April 2011, 07:42 PM

Tyron I knew you hated me but I didn't think you'd go so far as to fix the results for Herzebania to lose!

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:43 PM

Thanks Jester

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:44 PM

Thanks Rich!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:45 PM

Thanks Rich So was I one of the 8.5s in your review, the rip-off song (presumably When Love Takes Over?) Just realised I forgot to do that with my votes... oh well, next time

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:45 PM

Up next, we have returning nation Farahtyn, who are currently doing far better than normal and actually occupying the left half of the scoreboard!



12 ıı Ashton
10 ıı FSR Rontvia
08 ıı Kopečka
07 ıı Tinnmark
06 ıı Yuxhaaq
05 ıı FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold
04 ıı Ojnoj
03 ıı Greenfroze
02 ıı Lievant
01 ıı Numayania

And a very poppy set of votes keep Lievant in the lead and finally lift Adam Tyler off the foot of the scoreboard. Poor brave Gold Panda

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 07:45 PM

Thanks gooddelta and Farahtyn!

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:45 PM

Thanks Richard

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 07:46 PM

27th

I'm sure Pavel will get off 0 points soon...

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:47 PM

Thanks Martyn

This is basically what Blue's going to do in three weeks' time.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:47 PM

I never said anything ripped off When Love Takes Over, you must have mistaken it with somebody else's review But it was an 8.5, a grower and I like it a lot - I didn't want to exclude it from my top ten - likewise the Molly Sanden track, although with the crappy stuttering MP3 I initially rated it a 7/10 before hunting down a proper version of it and bumping it up to an 8.5

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:48 PM

HUZZAH, not nil points and not last (for now anyway).

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:48 PM

Ohhh, I've just realised what you meant Tom - no it was Kath's entry that was an 8.5/10 and rip-off, and it's pretty obvious what it rips off I think

Posted by: Jerick 24th April 2011, 07:49 PM

Thank you everyone who have voted for Tinnmark so far

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:49 PM

You said something about a song that was "a total rip-off, luckily it rips off one of the greatest songs of last year". Guess it wasn't me though Glad it made it in there

Edit: OH, gotcha

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:50 PM

Persephonia haven't been setting the scoreboard on fire so far - could they send Robyn to her first ever flop?



12 ıı Xanaga
10 ıı Lievant
08 ıı Torchwood
07 ıı Caerfyrddia
06 ıı Hendinia
05 ıı Tinnmark
04 ıı Ojnoj
03 ıı Farahtyn
02 ıı Dalisska
01 ıı Kopečka

And Xanaga get their second 12 of the night! However, Lievant move back onto the 10s at the same time their closest competitors get very little, giving them a big 20 point lead - surely it's still too early to call it though?

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:50 PM

Interesting how people are mentioning 'When Love Takes Over'. There was one song I heard that made me think of 'WLTO' more than any other song. That song was Alice Svensson 'I Wanna Live' (listen to the piano melody in the background - very similar).

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 07:50 PM

You're welcome, another great foreign track - it seems like I like it less than your winning song, but I don't, it's just the reduced points system! It would have been a 7 otherwise, which I think is what I gave to your winner!



Thanks for the 10 Martyn!



Was it really ever in any doubt? You're welcome though, go for the win!

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 07:51 PM

It's probably too early to call, but I would love that to be the overall winner.

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 07:54 PM

Thanks Bray!

Posted by: martyn 24th April 2011, 07:55 PM

No problem, you very nearly got my 12 points, it was such a hard decission

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 07:55 PM

I just got a nice little PM off Mikey saying "You'll be hosting the next BJSC ".

I'd be happy with this but why use the smilie? Is it a bad thing?

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 07:56 PM

Caerfyrddia have a mixed record in the contest, but have generally been one of the more successful newcomers in the last year. How will Katzenjammer fare after their renowned success the first time around with Bar In Amsterdam? So far they seem to be doing well...



12 ıı Batidas
10 ıı Lievant
08 ıı Dalisska
07 ıı Kopečka
06 ıı Farahtyn
05 ıı Ashton
04 ıı Yuxhaaq
03 ıı Hendinia
02 ıı Herzebania
01 ıı Kathaldazia

And another 10 for Lievant propels them forward, but Batidas get their fourth 12 of the night (already!), keeping the lead to 18 points. We're beginning to see a three-horse race develop…can anybody from below move into the pack?

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 07:56 PM

Some people never really got the hang of emoticons

Seriously though, it's fun (I've done it twice) but a LOT of work is involved. You can always give the mods a shout if you have problems though

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 07:57 PM

Ta very much Farahtyn & Caerfyrddia


Nice to be back on that side of the scoreboard.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:00 PM

Kylienips haven't been doing well at all so far, with just four points. Is Skylar Grey the new Josh Dubovie?



12 ıı Caerfyrddia
10 ıı Batidas
08 ıı BaNG
07 ıı Ojnoj
06 ıı Lorikeet
05 ıı Kluminica
04 ıı Torchwood
03 ıı Yuxhaaq
02 ıı FSR Rontvia
01 ıı Tinnmark

And nothing goes to Lievant, surprisingly enough! A 10 to Batidas puts them right back in contention - and is this Caerfyrddian 12 enough to put them into the pack?

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 08:00 PM

I can vouch for that, it makes Family Fortunes seem like a breeze to host. But it's definitely nice seeing the results before anybody else and presenting them to everyone. A tad awkward when you're presenting them and you know that you're the winner though

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:01 PM

Already? Thanks for the 12 points Martin.

Maybe Vendela won't be the runaway success I thought it would be. Everyone's gone crazy for Vanbot which is a great track nonetheless.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:03 PM

No one has noticed Eledan on nul points I presume they won't stay there, but it would be so funny if they do

(Te amo tambien Pablo, pero intenté escuchar Quitters Raga y esta insoportable )

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:03 PM

Thanks Mikey Only a 10 though?!!!

Poor brave Skylar Grey - it wasn't that bad. Was it?

Posted by: Jaack Sykes 24th April 2011, 08:03 PM

Certainly not. Skylar is normally great - M!key just decided to find the most boring track of hers that he could find

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:05 PM

Thank you M!key

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:05 PM

Quotosibb missed out on the finals for the first time ever with noted FLOP ARTISTÉS Parade, bringing to an end the most successful qualification run ever in the contest (which extended all the way back to VI, three years ago!). How will their votes go?



12 ıı Xanaga
10 ıı Herzebania
08 ıı Batidas
07 ıı BaNG
06 ıı Numayania
05 ıı Botanikka
04 ıı Persephonia
03 ıı Kopečka
02 ıı Tinnmark
01 ıı Torchwood

And Xanaga get their THIRD 12 of the night from noted black-girl lovers Quotosibb, but they've only received eight points tonight that haven't been 12s! It's still enough to put them into the top five. Meanwhile, Batidas finally draw level with Lievant, putting both on 77 and 21 points ahead of third place…

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:07 PM

Thanks Aaron Did not have scandi-house down as your thing.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 08:08 PM

Bizarre voting going Xanaga's way - 3 12's and barely anything else? I did quite like the track, it was about 14th in my vote...

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:10 PM

Unoshake missed out for the first time with Carrie Mac - how will their votes change things?



12 ıı Ojnoj
10 ıı Torchwood
08 ıı Batidas
07 ıı Kopečka
06 ıı Farahtyn
05 ıı PR Jester
04 ıı Greenfroze
03 ıı FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold
02 ıı Lievant
01 ıı Herzebania

Batidas burst into the lead! But a 12 to Ojnoj puts them back in the big hitters at 4th - there's still a large gulf to be made up between 2nd and everyone else though. Eledan STILL on nul after fifteen votes!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:14 PM

By the way, can we get some love in this place for DAME WOLFIE? What a fab bitch.



PROBABLY ONE OF THE GREATEST MOMENTS OF MY LIFE, let alone this year's Eurovision.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:14 PM

Unovia hasn't got any points for a while Amazing to see Ojnoj doing so unexpectedly well, but not liking Kathaldazia and Kluminican Republic's stalls Poor Pav too, stuck on nul points!

Posted by: Peter30 24th April 2011, 08:15 PM

No, get on with it.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:15 PM

Aahh, this is too tense. Thanks to Quotosibb for the 8 points.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:15 PM

I *DO* love this, but I have a horrible feeling she's going to be POOR BRAVE Kati Wolf come 11 May

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:16 PM

Shut it you, I'm trying to get some conversation going. You have NO IDEA how disheartening it is to notice there've been BARELY ANY replies in the five minutes since you last posted.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:16 PM

I'm quite fond of that Kati Wolf track actually

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:16 PM

That's because no-one's been giving any points to Numayania

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:16 PM

THE NEW LADY IN RED

(HERA of course)

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:17 PM

Frahliso are another nation returning to the contest after a long absence, and were noted for their alternative tastes - will their votes reflect that?



12 ıı PR Jester
10 ıı Lorikeet
08 ıı Botanikka
07 ıı BaNG
06 ıı Numayania
05 ıı Dalisska
04 ıı Tinnmark
03 ıı Eledan
02 ıı Lievant
01 ıı Ashton

So they do! Eledan receive their first points so far sixteen votes in, and only two points go to the big contenders, nudging Lievant forward just a smidgen.

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 08:18 PM

I do love Kati Wolf's song, but I can't help think I'll ending up preferring the live performance, which'll probably be a disaster, having seen some her previous performances.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:18 PM

For as long as this lasts...

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:18 PM

I'm listening to my 12 pointer now

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:18 PM

Thanks Frahliso!

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 08:18 PM

Thanks Damon!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:19 PM

Thanks Damon You're old-school, so you remember the rule about having to give Numayania points

And for Jester too! I had just started listening to Mr Saxobeat when that vote came through, spooky

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:19 PM

Pavel finally off nul points!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:20 PM

(Lo siento.)

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 08:20 PM

Out of the top ten I hope I stay top half! Brilliant to see Batidas in the lead, long may it continue!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:21 PM

Tinnmark are sending Anna Abreu this time, who's well remembered for her successes - namely in XX when she finished 2nd with Music Everywhere. She seems to be having it out with Stine Bramsen again for success so far, although perhaps not as much as she'd like.



12 ıı FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold
10 ıı Ashton
08 ıı Numayania
07 ıı Yuxhaaq
06 ıı Ojnoj
05 ıı Dalisska
04 ıı Herzebania
03 ıı Caerfyrddia
02 ıı Greenfroze
01 ıı Batidas

Debutantes FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold receive their first ever 12! And we have yet another set of votes where the big hitters receive little, with just a 1 to Batidas - although Ojnoj and Numayania pull their way up with some substantial pointage.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:22 PM

Takk sa meget Erik

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:22 PM

Hopefully we get more points - Jolin is far too amazing to be this low I'm sure all of the bottom few feel the same as me though

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:24 PM

Tusen Takk Erik!!!!! Tusen Takk

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:24 PM

Yes Unovia made a good start imo. We've just been around the bottom for all of it There's a few people I know who like 'Sjus' but haven't had their votes read out, likewise with Jolin.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:25 PM

Be My Man doing shockingly well You do not realise how close I was to sending it, I was going to but then I felt it would be seen as too boring, so I decided on Jolin instead

Posted by: grebo69 24th April 2011, 08:25 PM

There is such a sense of anti-climax for me this time round. (I fukkin hate semis)

Just hope Batidas pull off the win.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:25 PM

Palmyra failed miserably in the semis with one of the more ill-advised entries of recent contests in Ryan Sheridan. Will their votes reflect that?



12 ıı Dalisska
10 ıı Hendinia
08 ıı PR Jester
07 ıı Eledan
06 ıı Persephonia
05 ıı Kluminica
04 ıı Unovia
03 ıı Farahtyn
02 ıı Kylienips
01 ıı Xanaga

Can you say CONTRARY MARY? 12 hurtles Dalisska up the scoreboard and (surprisingly enough) Hendinia as well! Definitely not doing as well as predicted so far…

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:26 PM

Namely Pavel for both

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:27 PM

Thanks Palmyra!

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:27 PM

at all the countries around the bottom getting points at the same time! Poor Kathaldazia

Thanks Palmyra!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:30 PM

@ Jester

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:30 PM

Ojnoj are currently residing in FOURTH - will they take the opportunity to shoot themselves in the foot?



12 ıı Ashton
10 ıı Kopečka
08 ıı FSR Rontvia
07 ıı Farahtyn
06 ıı Torchwood
05 ıı Tinnmark
04 ıı Numayania
03 ıı Kylienips
02 ıı BaNG
01 ıı FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold

And they take the chance with ABSOLUTE GUSTO, pushing Numayania ahead and giving the host nation a well-needed 10 to propel them into the main pack, just 13 points off of the leaders - who haven't received major points for quite some time…Ashton, meanwhile get another 12, pushing Molly to the periphery of the top five.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:31 PM

Thanks Jonjo Though @ shooting yourself in the foot

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:31 PM

Thanks for the 1 point Tinnmark - every little helps.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 08:32 PM

Thanks Jonjo Hooray for points, was really starting to fall away hugely there...

Finally some points for Kylienips, but then Jonjo's a Skylar loon so expected

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:32 PM

Oh Jonjo, you actual STAR!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:34 PM

A few shockers in the top half still Namely Ojnoj and Xanaga!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:34 PM

And we're halfway through! Lievant are still big guns in these results - they won't take the opportunity to cripple themselves, right?



12 ıı Hendinia
10 ıı Kopečka
08 ıı Xanaga
07 ıı Lorikeet
06 ıı Ashton
05 ıı Kluminica
04 ıı Yuxhaaq
03 ıı Batidas
02 ıı Caerfyrddia
01 ıı Tinnmark

Right? Well, maybe not. A 3 is just a little push for Batidas, but a second ten in a row for the host nation sends the crowd wild, pushing them into second place. Hendinia meanwhile hit the left half of the scoreboard with a Lievantine douze!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:35 PM

Can't wait to see if my votes change things massively

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:36 PM

I just realised I forgot to chart my 12 this week

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:36 PM

Lievant


Up to 6th now

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:36 PM

Thanks Lievant!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:39 PM

Lotopialand came 2nd the last time we hosted (off the back of a heartbreaking tie-break as well), but crashed out at the semi stage this time around.



12 ıı PR Jester
10 ıı Farahtyn
08 ıı Tinnmark
07 ıı Yuxhaaq
06 ıı Batidas
05 ıı FSR Rontvia
04 ıı Lievant
03 ıı Xanaga
02 ıı Torchwood
01 ıı Kathaldazia

And small points apiece push Lievant and Batidas pack ahead, with a 12 thrusting PR Jester up…one place. But still, it's incredibly close between 4th and 18th, with just 16 points separating them!

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 08:39 PM

WOW I was not expecting a 12, thank you whomever you are!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:40 PM

Jester

(I seem to have turned into a weird hybrid Mikey-Shelli. Shikey? Melli? And I've only had one vodka and coke.)

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:40 PM

Someone's MILES BEHIND.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:40 PM

Thanks to Lievant. I might be completely wrong with this but it seems to be a 3 horse race. My money is still on Vandela to win though.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 08:40 PM

I would prefer Leivant back in the lead though, let's hope that happens later on.

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:40 PM

At least none of the countries around us got points

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:41 PM

My 12 should've charted for me too I have a top 20/playlist but my 12 was only playlisted - songs I gave lower points were top 20 though

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 08:41 PM

Well I figured I could miss a bit of this seeing as it's taking FOREVER AND A DAAAAY-AAAAAAY (babe). SORRY.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:42 PM

Batidas send big thanks to Lotopialand for your 6 points.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:42 PM

Thing is, it's literally my anthem at the moment. Shame it doesn't seem to be many other people's

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:43 PM

And, we go to the Batidian delegation for their votes…

"Here's Batidas's votes for BJSC XXXIII - I'd like to congratulate you in advance on your victory.



12 pts = People's Republic of Jester: Alexandra Stan 'Mr. Saxobeat'
10 pts = Greenfroze: Alice Svensson 'I Wanna Live'
8 pts = Ashton: Molly Sandén 'Det Är Inte Jag'
7 pts = Kopecka: Vendela 'Punk Rock Song' (outrageous!!!)
6 pts = Farahtyn: Ola 'All Over The World'
5 pts = Hendinia: Rasmus Seebach 'Natteravn'
4 pts = Bare and Naked Gardens: Tiesto; Kay 'Work Hard, Play Hard'
3 pts = Numayania: Morten Hampenberg & Alexander Brown; Stine Bramsen 'I Want You (To Want Me Back)'
2 pts = Lievant: Vanbot 'Make Me, Break Me'
1 pts = Lorikeet: Wolfette 'Waiting For The Explosion'

Chryss Topfér (President of Batidas)"

The congratulations may be a little early to the host nation, as Batidas still remain in the lead! But big points to the rest of the top six are more than welcome for pushing people ahead, and a second 12 in the row to Alexandra Stan puts her into the top ten!

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 08:44 PM

LOL

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 08:45 PM

Wow thanks Hits and Lotopialand!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:46 PM

Maybe we have the same 12 Tom? I'd describe mine as an anthem too!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:47 PM

Wow! Thanks Hits!


Top 5 for The Sandén

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:47 PM

Thanks Hits Never dreamed that this could be my biggest hit since Alphabeat It's kind of ironic...

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:47 PM

Lorikeet are former winners, having triumphed over the host nation in XXI with Boys Will Be Boys (Dollface was ROBBED I tell you ), but don't seem to be doing quite as well this time…



12 ıı Torchwood
10 ıı Lievant
08 ıı Farahtyn
07 ıı Numayania
06 ıı Persephonia
05 ıı Kopečka
04 ıı BaNG
03 ıı Tinnmark
02 ıı Batidas
01 ıı Kluminica

And it's all go in the top five! A 12 to Torchwood pushes them to joint sixth, and a 10 to Lievant pushes them to joint first! Farahtyn are pushed into the top five along with Numayania as well…

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:47 PM

You missed out the most important bit; the smilie.

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:48 PM

And back down we go....


I do like the return of the Scoreboard. It's been too long

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:48 PM

Thanks Aled I might be wrong, that could by highest points so far?

I thought you voted already? If you did I can't remember what it was. You did just tell me that it's not my song though

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:49 PM

Thanks for the point Aled

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:50 PM

And up next we have Isconia, sadly knocked out at the semi stage with a fantastic track. How will their votes affect the scoreboard?



12 ıı Batidas
10 ıı Caerfyrddia
08 ıı Eledan
07 ıı Botanikka
06 ıı Unovia
05 ıı Dalisska
04 ıı Ojnoj
03 ıı Lorikeet
02 ıı Kylienips
01 ıı Persephonia

And the fifth 12 of the night to Batidas thrusts them into the lead! A set of very alternative points helps out a lot of the countries lower down, so let's take a moment to commemorate poor brave Skylar Dubovie and Flop Panda

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:50 PM

You think that's outrageous then you wait til you've seen my votes

Also can I just plug http://www.radio1075.se everyone. Dance orientated radio station out of Sweden, they just played Sash - Masterious Times, Rebecca & Fiona - Bullets, Robin S - Luv 4 Luv and September - Mikrofonkat in sequence

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 08:51 PM

Oh

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:52 PM

I don't think have been yet Tom If they have, I missed them Thanks for the 6 btw Isconia!

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 08:52 PM

Kath rock bottom even without the deduction, I thought it would struggle but I wasn't expecting that at all

And as for me 16th

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:53 PM

Thanks for your 2 points Aled - once again tied with Lievant.

What happens if after all results, the top 2 (or 3? ) songs are all tied on the same number of points?

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:53 PM

And they're playing Ida Corr now No, not Shoes.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:54 PM

And we go to Ashton for their votes! Molly Sanden isn't quite the contender she was last time around but she's still a big presence in the top ten - of course, she did come up from behind to win last time as well…

Morpeth Calling!

Queen Tone Damli here wishing Molly the best of luck in the contest and announcing the results of the Federal Republic of Ashton's voting.



The results of 3.9bn televotes, 81m online votes, 478m red button votes, the jury vote and The Presidential Vote by Emperor Silas for points 1 through 7 are:


07 || Yuxhaaq
06 || FSR Rontvia
05 || Kathaldazia
04 || Farahtyn
03 || Lievant
02 || Greenfroze
01 || Xanaga



Being awarded 8 points by Ashton is a country who I have had the honour of representing twice, and while i may not have had as much success with them as I have with Ashton it gives me great pleasure to award Tinnmark Ashton's 8.

The 10 and 12 points are being awarded to two former Ashtonise 12 pointers.

10 points from Ashton is going to.....

The Peoples Republic of Jester.

The country taking the 12 from Ashton previously appeared at this spot with the best non-FSR Rontvian discovery as voted for by the Ashtonise public.

This is of course, "eliZe - Can't You Feel It", meaning Bare and Naked Gardens takes the 12

Thank you to everyone who has voted for Ashton and Molly Sandén in her return to this glorious contest. On behalf of the Federal Republic of Ashton I wish you all the best of luck.

Good night!

-

Very little to the big players! Lievant get a three, keeping it a three horse race.

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:54 PM

Tie break.

It's only ever happened once, to me and Lotopialand the last time Kopecka hosted.

Ashton won

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:54 PM

OK, I should have never told you I didn't like your song Phil

My prediction could yet come true Matt.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:55 PM

Are they playing What Goes Around then? That's a great tune!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:55 PM

How coincidental, this happened when I last hosted Countback on who received the most votes, then who received the most 12s if it's still tied etc.

Last time Ashton got the win over Lotopialand (who sent Darin - Lovekiller) with Molly Sanden - Mitt Liv Ar Mitt

Posted by: grebo69 24th April 2011, 08:55 PM

I am just gutted that piece of tripe made the final.

Do I sound bitter?

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 08:55 PM

Not even the closest competitors got points? Cheers for the 12 points Isconia - is this Grego out of interest?

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:55 PM

Let me think about it...

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:56 PM

Some nice shooting in footage there from Ashton

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 08:56 PM

Thanks Phil, nice to receive points from Ashton again after last month! I didn't preview this track with you first so wasn't sure whether you'd approve!

Surprised you didn't like (at least enough to give points) Punk Rock Song

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:56 PM

Close enough...

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 08:57 PM

That's a great track too

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 08:58 PM

Yeah, it along with Numayania was in my top 14.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 08:59 PM

Relative newcomers Unovia finished top ten with Government Name, and overcame their first ever semis with Meiren Ji, but aren't setting the scoreboard alight this time around.



12 ıı Greenfroze
10 ıı Tinnmark
08 ıı Kluminica
07 ıı PR Jester
06 ıı Farahtyn
05 ıı FSR Rontvia
04 ıı Batidas
03 ıı Torchwood
02 ıı Herzebania
01 ıı Ojnoj

And a 10 puts Tinnmark in fourth, tied with Farahtyn, just 14 points behind the host nation - it's all still to play for. Batidas worm their way ahead into a thirteen point lead as Greenfroze join the middle tier…

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 08:59 PM

The alliance is broken Oh well at least the PRoJ-Numayania alliance is still intact... or is it?

Posted by: JamesP 24th April 2011, 09:00 PM

The Torchwood-Kopecka voting inbalance alliance is clearly the superior.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:01 PM

Just shot myself in the foot by putting Kluminican Republic and Herzebania ahead of me!

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:01 PM

Thanks you Liam! Well I gave you a 7 so we're pretty even.

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:02 PM

Because that 0 i awarded Rontvia last contest really killed the historic FSR Ashvia voting bloc

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:02 PM

Whereby you always place his entry in your top three and he never gives you anything in return?

Thanks Unovia for the 5!

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:02 PM

Damn typo. Of course I meant Grebo. Honest.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:03 PM

Just saying

VIVA FSR ASHVANIA

They're playing Danny In The Club >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Unpopular. Stupid Sweden.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:03 PM

Eledan made it through the semis with indie bitch Gold Panda and are currently LANGUISHING in 26th - will we get some typically indie bitch votes from them too?



12 ıı Kluminica
10 ıı Hendinia
08 ıı Unovia
07 ıı Batidas
06 ıı Caerfyrddia
05 ıı Lorikeet
04 ıı BaNG
03 ıı Persephonia
02 ıı Dalisska
01 ıı Greenfroze

Instead we get some Danish bitch votes, the top two points going to Danish-language tracks (and Stine Bramsen being completely ignored. The OUTRAGE.). Of course, Agnes Obel gets a 7 (she IS Danish after all!), giving her a very solid 20 point lead with just 13 juries to go. Is it a sign?

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:03 PM

Best voting arrangement ever.

(To think it wasn't so until XXV!)

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:05 PM

My first 12 pointer! Thanks Pavel I thought it was destined to go to Unovia!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:05 PM

Fully anticipated. Had it been Jeg vil have dig (til have mig tilbage) it would have got at least 8.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:06 PM

Thanks for the 4 points Unovia.

Oh!!! A thirteen point lead. Could that be unlucky for some?

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:06 PM

I'm listening the now, but clearly Popular is superior to Danny in every way.

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 09:06 PM

Thanks Unovia and Ashton!

Posted by: grebo69 24th April 2011, 09:06 PM

Yes it was me!

Riverside going back into my personal chart top 10 this week.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:06 PM

I think after I snubbed your entry in XIV, I've given you a hell of a lot more points since, in general.

It strengthened the alliance if anything! Only this contest and Cinderella Theory saw you score low points from me, which was a shame as I like both songs a lot. Numayania tend to score either VERY highly from me or low points with rarely anything in the middle. The only time I didn't give any points was that song which came 11th(?) by that guy who I've completely forgotten the name of which was only average for me

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:06 PM

So, over to Numayania, currently riding high with I Want You (To Want Me Back)…

Salut Zagorasta! Yelle ici avec les votes de la Numayanie pour le Concours De La Chanson Buzzjack XXXIII. It 'as bin a superbe conteste, and we weesh ze beste of luck to everyone tonight! Let us start wiz ze points un to sept...

07 ^ People's Republic of Jester: Alexandra Stan 'Mr. Saxobeat'
06 ^ Botanikka: Rai Knight 'Persistence'
05 ^ Hendinia: Rasmus Seebach 'Natteravn'
04 ^ Farahtyn: Ola 'All Over The World'
03 ^ Kluminican Republic: Kato; Ida Corr, Camille Jones & Johnson 'Sjus'
02 ^ Tinnmark: Anna Abreu 'Hysteria'
01 ^ FSR Rontvia: Brittany McDonald 'Strawberry Shake'

And now we 'ave ze big points. Getting ze huit is a song zat we knew if we did not vote for there would be consequences... Wait for eet...

08 ^ Lorikeet: Wolfette 'Waiting For The Explosion'

Our dix points goes to a song that pushes all the right buttons for success in Numayania. 80s synths, cute vocals, catchy hook. In another contest it could have got our 12, but this time it's...

10 ^ Lievant: Vanbot 'Make Me, Break Me'

So who is ze lucky luke wiz ze douze? Well it's a song that has a lot in common with le dix, but is by a véritable superstar Numayanien and it's a bit of an anthem too. So our numero un ees...



12 ^ Yuxhaaq: Kate Ryan 'LoveLife'

Apologies to Kathaldazia, Ojnoj, Bare and Naked Gardens and Batidas who came very close to getting points, and Ashton who, well, didn't Bonne chance a tous and as they say in Numayanien, sanque-tes!



Outrageous! Anyway, a 10 to Lievant puts them right back in the game, but the hosts are dangerously close to falling out of contention - are we seeing a two horse race develop with the rest of the top six nudging towards Vendela?

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 09:07 PM

Tom!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:07 PM

No problem Matt. The prophecy is fulfilled

It's VIIIIIIIILE Sanna would have been a million times better than either though, I hope we can agree on that.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:08 PM

8pts - my highest yet! I thought I'd get the 12 but oh well - LOVE U 4EVA PAV xoxo

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:08 PM

Thanks for the points Tom!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:10 PM

Clearly Sanna is superior to Danny, but i can't decide if i prefer it to Popular or not.

After awarding Molly nil points it's clear you have nil taste

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:10 PM

Thanks Pavel for the 7 points. What is the fascination with Pavel and the Danish? (I'm sure it's been explained in the past but I've never read the reasons why).

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:11 PM

I'm In Love > Popular >>>> In The Club

IIL is a 9.5/10, Popular 9 and ITC 8

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:12 PM

BaNG seemed like contenders with Tiesto and Kay in the semi-final stage, but are part of the middle tier in the results so far - something that could change?



12 ıı Persephonia
10 ıı Eledan
08 ıı Dalisska
07 ıı Kluminica
06 ıı Numayania
05 ıı Greenfroze
04 ıı Batidas
03 ıı PR Jester
02 ıı Xanaga
01 ıı Botanikka

Well, it won't change if they keep giving such favours out to the likes of Dalisska and Numayania, pushing them down! A very alternative set of votes pushes Robyn and Gold Panda up - and gives Batidas a 14 point lead going towards the fourth quarter…

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:12 PM

Thanks Casey It seems there's a nice little BaNG-Numayania thing going on these days, well, you were close this time

Sorry, it never clicked with me I'm afraid. But I didn't really like Meat Cleaver Meat.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:14 PM

Thanks BaNG for giving everyone around me points and pushing me down a bit

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:14 PM

Thank you Casey! Always love your entries!

Posted by: martyn 24th April 2011, 09:14 PM

This return for Farahtyn is going much better than expected. Am very thankful to all the people that have given us points so far

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:14 PM

Thanks for the point Tom, surprised you actively disliked Molly Sanden's song

Tragic for me, 17th! The worst I've done in two years Excluding Varsta Schlagern which came 20th of course, but that was in a field of 40...

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:15 PM

So, three quarters of the way in! Quintessa got knocked out in the semis with 90s dance - does that represent their taste adequately?



12 ıı Hendinia
10 ıı Kopečka
08 ıı Caerfyrddia
07 ıı Torchwood
06 ıı Kluminica
05 ıı Dalisska
04 ıı PR Jester
03 ıı Ashton
02 ıı Greenfroze
01 ıı FSR Rontvia

And we have the 12 going to a very dancey track at least! Hendinia hit the top ten for the first time in a while, and ANOTHER 10 to the hosts puts them back in the race - meanwhile, is that PR Jester going into contention there?

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:15 PM

Really surprised that 'Strawberry Shake' is flopping! (Or by Rich's standards anyway )

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:16 PM

Thanks Casey for your points.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:17 PM

No problem Rich. Yep, and it wasn't just the dodgy mp3, I watched the video several times. I didn't hate it, but it was just kind of nothingy, like Lykke Li (apparently )

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:18 PM

Thanks Quintessa!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:19 PM

Bignia-Zaragovina had emergency issues with their line in the semi-finals, meaning they couldn't vote (although they would've failed to qualify anyway), but they've managed to avoid the dreaded death by Canned Heat by submitting their votes for the final.



12 ıı Ashton
10 ıı Kopečka
08 ıı Herzebania
07 ıı Torchwood
06 ıı BaNG
05 ıı Caerfyrddia
04 ıı PR Jester
03 ıı Yuxhaaq
02 ıı Ojnoj
01 ıı Kathaldazia

And a second 10 in a row to the hosts pushes Vendela back into second place! Molly Sanden surges back into a packed top ten that's tighter than Connie Talbot's cunt, whilst Kathaldazia get another point at the bottom. By the way, notice those italics for Kathaldazia and Kylienips' points? That indicates they mathematically can't win anymore, and they'll start working their way up the scoreboard…

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:19 PM

Rontiva should be doing better SS is a great track - better than Sadness Is A Blessing imo I know the latter as my 12 last contest but this contest the standard is much higher imo - I have discovered tracks I like more than my own this time around. Strangely You'll Never Love Me by Elisabeth Carew is my fave from last contest - but I didn't score it anything It grew on me afterwards and is currently on my chart's playlist section

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:19 PM

I like this flow of points! Thanks Quintessa

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

THE HELL

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

The italics will catch me soon!

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

It's ok, I was very very long overdue a flop It's a bit cheesy I suppose, and a touch generic but I love it anyway



Really I have to say that I preferred it to Mitt Liv Ar Mitt (would have preferred Love Killer to win that one - although on the other hand very pleased that Ashton finally got their win), it's just that with the reduced points system, it doesn't really come across that way The chorus was particularly strong I felt. 'Bouncy' was the word I used to describe it!

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

Not that it's much of a consolation but 'Strawberry Shake' was 12th after I listed all the finalists in order of favourite first. Ghosty might be slightly more gutted as Katzenjammer were 11th for me.

Posted by: Mart!n 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

LOL I'm at the bottom, I must have got lucky going thru the semi's phase.

Poor Rich, must be having a bad hair day

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

FINALLY out of the top 10

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:21 PM

Bignia-Zaragovina Thank you very much!

Nice to be back in the top10. It would be a respectable result for us to stay there.


I echo the You'll Never Love Me love. I'm still loving it

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:23 PM

I knew you'd react that way

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:23 PM

So, to Hendinia - who aren't doing quite as well as the odds suggested they would…



12 ıı PR Jester
10 ıı Greenfroze
08 ıı Tinnmark
07 ıı Persephonia
06 ıı Kopečka
05 ıı Yuxhaaq
04 ıı BaNG
03 ıı Kathaldazia
02 ıı Torchwood
01 ıı Lievant

And it's all go in the top six again, as PR Jester get ANOTHER 12, sending them over the 100-point mark, and the hosts get six points, cutting the Batidian lead to a slender three points. Kathaldazia get another three, but it's not doing much for them…or Vojvodina-on-the-Wold (*Serbia declare war on Kopečka for failing to use the correct former Yugoslav label*) who are now mathematically incapable of victory. I'm so shocked!

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 09:23 PM

TYRREN, can you reply to my vote PM as I can't recall which ones I liked and which ones I didn't (top few aside)...

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:24 PM

I'm surprised that people who disliked Sadness Is A Blessing loved You'll Never Love Me - and vice versa - because my first thought when I saw the confirmations was that they were pretty similar in many respects and would steal votes from each other!

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 09:25 PM

Thanks Hendinia!

Posted by: Mart!n 24th April 2011, 09:25 PM

One of those was Skylar Grey

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:25 PM

The hosts may snatch a win

Posted by: Poisoned Kisses 24th April 2011, 09:26 PM

Well, I'm doing better then expected.

Thanks for the points thus far guys.

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:27 PM

The hosts still have to vote Whereas Batidas and Lievant have voted!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:27 PM

but you're not eligible to vote...

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 09:28 PM

No offense intended but I definitely recall thinking it was BLAND AS.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:29 PM

He said in the voting thread that he listened to them and voted, and wanted to send them to Tyron anyway, though they wouldn't be counted. It would be interesting to see at the end.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:31 PM

I know Tirrun is the only of the top 3 to vote, it's still possible he'll win - he might not give Lievant or Batidas points. He probably will though, everyone does

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 09:31 PM

Where's the hitler smiley when you need it!

I'm sure Tyrren is more than aware not to have counted them. I did however send Tyrren a PM before the deadline (which was BEFORE your response in the other thread as it wasn't in time, honestly such sloppy modship! ) with my choices in case my votes would be allowed.

I'm not familiar enough with the countries yet to know which I wanted to do well so I'm merely requesting that he responds so that I can see how they are doing.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 09:33 PM

And rightly so, they are both great.

I have to say, this has given me a couple of great new songs so even though I've done crap, it's still a $ucce$$.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:34 PM

APOLS, a flatmate had a tobacco crisis and I had to try and save them.

So, to Xanaga - who started off very well with lots of 12s all around but have fallen into the bottom half of late…



12 ıı Farahtyn
10 ıı Kopečka
08 ıı Yuxhaaq
07 ıı Lorikeet
06 ıı Ashton
05 ıı Eledan
04 ıı Ojnoj
03 ıı BaNG
02 ıı FSR Rontvia
01 ıı Dalisska

And another ten pushes the hosts into the lead at the death! Seven juries remain - and Farahtyn are fighting hard for a top five place off the back of that 12, pushing down Tinnmark and Torchwood. Oh, and I make that another swathe of countries that now can't win…

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:35 PM

I agree, fully deserved top 3 - though I failed to give Kopecka and Lievant points - they were close though, my next two after my 1 pointer Ojnoj

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:36 PM

And I'm freefallin'...

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:36 PM

DANDY'S VOTES from FLJOTAVIK (which are ineligible )

12|Eledan
10|Batidas
08|Caerfyrddia
07|Lorikeet
06|Lievant
05|Dalisska
04|Ojnoj
03|Bare and Naked Gardens
02|Hendinia
01|Persephonia

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:37 PM

Bottom 4 for me - I knew it Still time to be saved though[/hopeful] Kopecka take the lead And, kinda unrelated but just listened to Det Ar Inte Jag and the glitches on the mp3 STILL make me jump

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:37 PM

Just as well

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:39 PM

Interesting to see Dandy's votes Not surprised Eledan got his 12

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:40 PM

Thanks Gary!

I should have the Hitler Smiley as a favourite

I see's.

Flop modship is to be expected in examination period, i do try not to let it show though


We were all there once, over 3 years later it's almost impossible for me not to know who is who

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:40 PM

Espen missed their first final in quite a while after Mylene Farmer lost out by a single point! Commiserations - you'd have easily made it in SF2 I think



12 ıı Caerfyrddia
10 ıı Farahtyn
08 ıı Batidas
07 ıı Lievant
06 ıı Hendinia
05 ıı Eledan
04 ıı Dalisska
03 ıı Xanaga
02 ıı Ojnoj
01 ıı FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold

And Batidas take the lead again! This is a rivalry which isn't going to die easily - Farahtyn surge to start nipping at Lievant, who also move a mere 13 points away from the hosts. It's all still up in the air! And everyone below Xanaga can no longer win…

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:41 PM

TIRREN.



Just you wait till i next host...

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 09:41 PM

Oh YAY another point, thanks.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:42 PM

1-1-18

I feel like Melanie C

Posted by: lee wallace 24th April 2011, 09:43 PM

This is actually so close . Aquafina still need to vote wooo!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:43 PM

Welcome to my world...



No kidding. They'd probably have had my 12

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 09:44 PM

FABULOUS. Thanking thee dear.

I have no idea who the countries actually are but if you are one of the above then I approved(ish).

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:45 PM

The italics have swallowed me up!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:45 PM

Zechonia, perennial non-qualifiers back in the day, returned to standard form and missed the final again. How did their votes go?



12 ıı Torchwood
10 ıı Batidas
08 ıı Ojnoj
07 ıı Tinnmark
06 ıı Botanikka
05 ıı Hendinia
04 ıı Dalisska
03 ıı Numayania
02 ıı Kopečka
01 ıı BaNG

A 10 to Batidas keeps them in the lead - just five votes left, of which one is the host's! Still just nine points between the two though - and do Lievant even stand a chance anymore? Oh, and Ojnoj and below are now unable to win as Numayania fall to the right hand of the table…

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:45 PM

Still all to play for - I'm well and truly f***ed, I'm expecting to rise either.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:46 PM

It was an honest mistake ANYWAY, you aren't doing THAT badly out of it, so shush.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:46 PM

Thanks Zech Though I am OFFICIALLY flopping now

http://www.buzzjack.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=127393 may help

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 09:46 PM

Come on Sandén! Cling onto that top10

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:49 PM

Let see how the Herzebanian vote goes! Linda Pritchard's been propping up the scoreboard with a few others for the majority of the voting…



12 ıı Farahtyn
10 ıı Greenfroze
08 ıı PR Jester
07 ıı Torchwood
06 ıı Yuxhaaq
05 ıı Kathaldazia
04 ıı Tinnmark
03 ıı Kopečka
02 ıı Numayania
01 ıı Ojnoj

A 12 to Farahtyn knocks Lievant out of the top three for the first time in ages! A three to the hosts keeps the fight for victory alive though with four votes left and a mere six point lead for Riverside.Oh, and if you aren't top seven: SOZ, you're not a potential winner anymore.

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:50 PM

Cheers for the 8 points Espen. So close once again (1 point seperating the top 2 ). I really can't call this now.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:50 PM

You're in good company at least

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:50 PM

Thanks Peter And now I'm officially successful

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:52 PM

So, to Yuxhaaq! The former winners sent Kate Ryan for the first time since Xanaga in VIII with Elle Elle L'a.



12 ıı FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold
10 ıı Torchwood
08 ıı Kopečka
07 ıı Numayania
06 ıı Hendinia
05 ıı Unovia
04 ıı Greenfroze
03 ıı Dalisska
02 ıı Herzebania
01 ıı Botanikka

And Vojvodina-on-the-Wold receive a second 12! Which keeps them in 26th. SHAME. A 10 pushes Torchwood into the top five, but more importantly, with three votes to go the hosts get a two point lead over Riverside…

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:52 PM

Amazing that Ola's doing so well, I almost sent that a few months ago but went with Her Majesty & The Wolves for that one, although that came top ten anyway. To think that he's the only Swedish pop male to have not been sent, he finally gets his chance and goes top five instantly!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:52 PM

I'm flopping too Tidy top 10 debut with Alex Young and Jolin goes and f***s it all up Bitch!

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 09:53 PM

I am Batidas. That is all you need to know Mr Dandy*



Thanks to Zechonia for the 10 points. I'm really happy that Agnes Obel 'Riverside' has been popular in this contest. Such a haunting, yet lovely song to listen to.

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:53 PM

This is actually really tense! I prefer the 'dynamic voting order'.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 09:54 PM

Woo, thanks for the 5 Yuxhaaq!

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 09:54 PM

Another 12, YAY. I wasn't even expecting one. Pity it's made no difference to my placing though

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:54 PM

Thanks Dre Back in the top 10 Will I return the love? Wait and see

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 09:54 PM

But your votes have already been revealed!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:55 PM

To Torchwood! Currently top five - and will the famously imbalanced voting alliance triumph once more?



12 ıı FSR Rontvia
10 ıı BaNG
08 ıı Kopečka
07 ıı Herzebania
06 ıı Tinnmark
05 ıı Ashton
04 ıı Numayania
03 ıı Hendinia
02 ıı Kathaldazia
01 ıı Farahtyn

And it goes on! A second eight in a row gives a ten point advantage to the host nation and the audience goes absolutely wild - and with just two votes left, it's just Batidas and Kopečka in it, but there's still a fierce war on for third and a place in the top ten, with Rontvia nipping in with a douze from Torchwood.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:56 PM

Thanks James I think I'm probably 11th now...

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:57 PM

The hosts always used to do it like this until people started complaining that it was too fabricated and that the obvious twists were undermining the reality of the votes, or whatever...

But I prefer it being more exciting too. In contests where a song soars ahead (Silly Boy, Hollywood, The Last Time) it's much harder to 'manipulate' though.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 09:57 PM

HOORAH for JamesP Still flopping majorly though, Gah!

Posted by: Jaack Sykes 24th April 2011, 09:58 PM

I agree, but I have a feeling that I could be hating it in just under three weeks

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 09:58 PM

I've revisited the other thread to see what the Kopecka track was and it was awful, can't believe it's currently leading!

I'm now even more firmly in CAMP BATIDAS.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 09:59 PM

So, to Aquafina for the penultimate vote…

01 ıı Hendinia
02 ıı Batidas
03 ıı Caerfyrddia

Shock! Anything above 4 points will immediately hand victory to the hosts…

04 ıı PR Jester
05 ıı Torchwood
06 ıı Ojnoj
07 ıı Farahtyn
08 ıı Yuxhaaq
10 ıı Lievant



Will Aquafina end it all and give the 12 to the hosts?

…













12 ıı FSR RONTVIA



And Rontvia get another 12 in a row, putting them back into the top half! This means that Batidas need to get the host nation's 8 or above to be in contention for victory...

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 09:59 PM

I didn't much like either of them tbh, Kopecka > Batidas though.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 10:00 PM

You do know Tirrun is Kopecka Dandy*?

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:00 PM

And last to vote, it's...Belgium

10 points - UNITED KINGDOM

12 points - FRANCE

Final leaderboard;

287 - France
286 - United Kingdom

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:01 PM

Weirdly, I'd be totally happy with that result

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 10:01 PM

Tense Dont mind who wins - both brill tracks

Posted by: Klumzee 24th April 2011, 10:01 PM

Batidas for the win!

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:02 PM

Bizarre to get two 12's right near the end Tyron won't shoot himself in the foot to the detriment of his long awaited 3rd win, so surely the hosts win for the second month running!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:02 PM

Thanks James!


And major Grrrrrrr at being 11th AGAIN.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 10:03 PM

Funny thing is, this is so totally the kind of thing that will probably happen seeing as we actually have a chance

Posted by: C.R. 24th April 2011, 10:03 PM

Woo, thanks everyone who gave me votes! And I do like both, but come on Kopecka!

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 10:03 PM

Of course! It NEEDS to be said as he is capable of MUCH better.

I call ARTISTIC SELL OUT.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:04 PM

WE have a chance, but IMHO France has bugger all They'll do about as well as me in this contest

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 10:04 PM

I'm backing a Batidas win...

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 10:04 PM

Cheers Aquafina for the 2 points. It really does come down to the last set of votes. Tyron's destiny lies in his own hands.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:05 PM

And so, we go to Kopeček icon Eric Saade for the host nation's votes! I'll forgive him for robbing me of the chance to represent the great nation with my heartrending track I Thought It Was Forever…

Hello, this is Kopečka calling! These are the results of the 50:50 jury/televote…

1 point goes to…PR Jester
2 points go to…BaNG
3 points go to…Ojnoj
4 points go to…Botanikka
5 points go to…Torchwood
6 points go to…FSR Rontvia
7 points go to…Caerfyrddia

So, to the final three. Our 8 points go to a Danish icon. We are, of course, referring to…

STINE BRAMSEN for Numayania!

And our 10 goes to a Scandinavian beauty with a heartrending track which we fell in love with along with everyone else. It's only natural that we give 10 points to…

MOLLY SANDEN for Ashton!

Leaving the scoreboard looking like this with the 12 pointer left…

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 10:05 PM

I think he will actually, I expect Tyrren to award high points to Batidas.

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 10:05 PM

I like Punk Rock Song, but it is a step down from his last entry You'll Never Love Me (that won't be to your tastes either though )

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:05 PM

As if Tyron isn't going to win.

If he can win on a tie it'll go to a tie.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:06 PM

He might like it you know, it's very Robyn-esque.

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:06 PM

Vanbot has the 12 surely?

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:07 PM

10points and top10

God bless you Kopecka.

It almost makes up for the crappy mp3.

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 10:07 PM

In that case I shall take a listen straight after...

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:07 PM

Freaky, Eric Saade just came on shuffle Thanks for the 8

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 10:08 PM

He may I suppose, I just thought maybe it was too pop for him. Then again, it's very Robyn!

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 10:08 PM

Nah as I refuse to believe Tyrren would leave his votes in a position where they would have absolutely no effect!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:08 PM

I HATE ESSAY QUESTIONS.

Posted by: Jerick 24th April 2011, 10:08 PM

I'm happy for 7th place, but no 12

Congratulations to Batidas!

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:08 PM

I thought you'd have him banished from your iPod

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:09 PM

And so, it's only natural for me to announce the Kopeček douze, which goes to a nation who simply astounded us this time around. We never thought we'd love this as much as we did - but it only seems appropriate that we give them the 12, especially after their performance tonight.

So, without further ado, giving them their sixth 12...AGNES OBEL of BATIDAS!



Congratulations! Batidas become the second nation ever to win on their true debut, Lievant keep third and Numayania goes top ten!

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 10:10 PM

Vanbot have got the 12 points and Tyrren wins.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 10:10 PM

Not last, YAY.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:10 PM

Oh, and I'll take 20+ viewers and the most popular results thread in an age as a bona fide success thank you

Posted by: Cal 24th April 2011, 10:11 PM

Congrats, Batidas!

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 10:11 PM

CONGRATULATIONS on finally doing well at one of these type of things Hits!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:11 PM

SHOCKED.


Good thing we're having a spin off. Will give me time to get round to doing that host's guide i've been meaning to do for years.


Congrats hits!


And for 9th. Another hit for Ashton and only one nontop10 between Sandén's win and now

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 10:11 PM

Does it always take 3 YEARS?

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 10:11 PM

WHAT?!!!

I seriously can't believe that.

Posted by: Johnkm 24th April 2011, 10:12 PM

Oh and very pleased with the winner! Not a fan of the Punk Rock Song at all.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:12 PM

Well it was actually part of a megamix I wouldn't normally listen to him through choice.

Anyhoo, congratulations Batidas, when was the first time a debut nation won the contest?

Numayania top 10 too Guess I will send a K-pop song next time

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:12 PM

THAT is the most prevalent example of self foot shooting ever seen in BJSC, particularly as it was deliberate But YES

Incredible winner, the best (which wasn't mine) probably ever for me, I think it's an absolutely stunning song Well done Hits, and on the debut contest, looking forward to going to Batidas next month!

Also, not a fan of Vanbot Tyron? Thought she'd be right up your street!

I'm quite ecstatic at lucky 13th in the end, top half of the scoreboard = HIT - phew!

Thanks for hosting Tyron, another excellent production as per!

Posted by: Liаm 24th April 2011, 10:12 PM

Well done Hits Glad Torchwood finished well too as well as Farathyn Riverside was a well deserved win Bye all

Posted by: grebo69 24th April 2011, 10:12 PM

YES!!!! Easily the best song in the competition wins.

Well done Hits.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:12 PM

Before your time! Quotosibb in VI with Beverley Knight - Black Butta.

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:13 PM

AMAZING track.

Even if it robbed me of a win.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:13 PM

I genuinely voted right at the beginning! I love Vanbot dearly, but Make Me Break Me isn't her best - it still finished 11th for me though

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:13 PM

Woah That's something for the stats thread.

By the way can I ask how you made the AMAZEBALLS scoreboards?

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:16 PM

I think it's the only song with a really strong melody on the entire album. I love the production of it but it's taking an absolute age for me to recall any of the songs off hand.

On a separate note, great to see Lady Marlene in the top ten too, well done Ghosty And Ashton/Numayania for scoring another top ten each!

My pre-contest predictions weren't a disaster - I got the winner correct, as well as 2nd and 3rd (wrong way round though) and my 6th place prediction for PRoJ was pretty spot on there It's the glass ceiling for Euro dance hits I think. 10th being the floor!

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:16 PM

Scorewiz off ESCnation.com! I'd have thought you'd have been familiar actually...

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:17 PM

Oh, and an extra treat: anybody wishing to watch the whole thing unfold ESC-style can do so http://tummiweb.com/scorewiz/scoreboard/view/18341/bjsc-xxxiii/7tjqZRDT.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:17 PM

Oh that! Yeah I am, I never used it though, didn't realise it was that good though (background images, flags etc)

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 10:18 PM

In true Eurovision style, Agnes Obel comes up to the stage to collect her award and gives another stunning performance of her winning song 'Riverside'.



Thanks to everyone who gave points to 'Riverside'. Now, I'm thinking "Shit! Massive pressure to follow this up with an equally strong song next time, and hosting the event".

Posted by: Aled. 24th April 2011, 10:18 PM

Meh. 19th. Not too bad I suppose, I definatly wasnt expecting Wolfette to do as well as Saprk and Patrick anyway.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:19 PM

SF1



01 92 Caerfyrddia
02 88 Batidas
03 83 Lievant (17 votes)
04 83 PR Jester (10 votes)
05 80 Ashton
06 77 Tinnmark (16 votes)
07 77 FSR Rontvia (12 votes)
08 76 Farahtyn
09 75 Yuxhaaq
10 72 Dalisska
11 61 Ojnoj
12 59 Xanaga
13 40 Unovia
14 38 Eledan
--------------
15 37 Espen
16 36 New Caprica
17 35 Aquafina
18 28 Isconia
19 27 N-Lazone
20 24 Lotopialand
21 20 Bignia-Zaragovina* (originally 30)

*DEDUCTED 33%

SF2



01 110 BaNG
02 109 Greenfroze
03 106 Torchwood
04 099 Kopečka
05 097 Numayania
06 085 Lorikeet
07 079 Kathaldazia
08 070 Kluminica
09 068 Herzebania
10 057 Hendinia
11 052 Botanikka
12 050 Persephonia
13 049 Kylienips
14 041 FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold
----------------------
15 039 UnoShake
16 035 Frahliso
17 034 Palmyra
18 031 Quotosibb
19 030 Letland
20 019 Zechonia
21 016 Quintessa

FINAL



01 156 Batidas
02 152 Kopečka
03 128 Lievant
04 127 Farahtyn
05 124 Torchwood
06 117 PR of Jester
07 108 Tinnmark
08 102 Ashton (15 votes, 3 12s)
09 102 Caerfyrddia (15 votes, 2 12s)
10 100 Numayania (20 votes)
11 100 Hendinia (16 votes)
12 096 FSR Rontvia (16 votes, 3 12s)
13 096 Yuxhaaq (16 votes, 1 12)
14 094 BaNG
15 090 Ojnoj
16 088 Dalisska
17 081 Greenfroze
18 069 Lorikeet
19 062 Xanaga
20 054 Kluminica
21 048 Botanikka
22 044 Persephonia
23 043 Herzebania
24 038 Eledan
25 037 Unovia
26 034 FYR Vojvodina-on-the-Wold
27 016 Kathaldazia* (originally 23)
28 011 Kylienips

*deducted 33%

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:21 PM

Any chance of the result in a non jpg/png format?

Posted by: Hitstastic 24th April 2011, 10:22 PM

That's brilliant.

Posted by: Euphorique 24th April 2011, 10:23 PM

Congrats to Hits

12th is good for me, although it's disappointing to lose a top10 place with the final votes.

Posted by: Tyron 24th April 2011, 10:24 PM

Working on it as we speak.

Posted by: Dandy* 24th April 2011, 10:25 PM

I have listened and can confirm that Tyrren's previous entry was indeed of a far higher standard.


Still very pleased for Hits. The song stood out to me among everything else, it was just so different to the relentless synth beats that followed it...

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 10:26 PM

I am so pleased to be 6th! Woo hoo!

Brilliant winner too!

Posted by: martyn 24th April 2011, 10:27 PM

Ooooh 4th, best result since i entered Girls Aloud i think. Thanks to all that voted. And congratulations to the winner, and Tyron for hosting such a good contest.

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:28 PM

Told you you would beat me, didn't I?

You are sooooo Portugal

Posted by: Jester 24th April 2011, 10:30 PM

In need of a monetary bailout?

Posted by: gooddelta 24th April 2011, 10:34 PM

Wow at Caerfyrddia topping the semi, although my 12 and 10 switched places seeing as Riverside grew on me so vastly. Eledan right on the cut off point...maybe next month we should introduce -1 point for the worst entry

Oh, I came 12th in the final Better than I thought!

Posted by: Tom Judas Kay 24th April 2011, 10:38 PM

Lol, no, though if you are I'm Germany

Posted by: Euphorique 24th April 2011, 10:41 PM

Damn you Rich!

Posted by: Silas 24th April 2011, 10:53 PM

Ta very much

Posted by: Jonjo 24th April 2011, 11:54 PM

15th with 90 points?! f*** YES! Thank you so, so much to everyone who voted for Jason! Truly appreciate it!

Congratulations to Batidas on winning his first ever contest! (Even if I wasn't mad about the song, it was a nice enough discovery.)

EDIT: Also could someone link me up with Molly Sanden's album please?

Posted by: Ghosthunter 25th April 2011, 12:15 AM

Sorry I wasn't around to see the results, decided to go out drinking straight after work today (It had to be done tbh). Thanks to all who voted for Katzenjammer, really happy to finally get a top 10 placing and I'm amazed at topping the semi final .

Congratulations Hits on winning, superb track

Very much looking forward to the next edition and the BJFestivalen spin off

Posted by: Klumzee 25th April 2011, 07:51 AM

I got the new peak I wanted! Even it if was only 1 place higher

Thanks to everyone who voted for the Kluminican Republic in the final and the semi-final! I noticed that Kathaldazia gave us 10 points in the semi, we could have got even more points if they voted And thanks to Tyron for hosting this, he did a really good job of it!

And well done to Hits and Batidas! 'Riverside' is spectacular, well deserving of my 12 points! And my first 10/10 discovery of BJSC (along with Numayania's entry)

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 08:37 AM

Kopecka must be the first runner up in a long time (ever?) to score no 12 pointers in the final Yet Riverside won by appealing massively to a lesser amount of voters!

Posted by: Mart!n 25th April 2011, 08:50 AM

Well done Chris

oops I finished last in the end, did well in the semis though looks like members deserted me and voted for tracks in Semi 1 in the final

Posted by: Klumzee 25th April 2011, 08:54 AM

You were 11th place for me in the semi Martin! And Vojvodina-on-the-Wold were 11th place for me in the final.

Posted by: JamesP 25th April 2011, 09:14 AM

Tres pleased with 5th

Posted by: Addy! Fatale 25th April 2011, 12:27 PM

yayyyy

not 24th but 21st

Posted by: Pavel 25th April 2011, 03:26 PM

24-05-24

Back to WHERE ELEDAN BELONG.

Oh and ... BEST. WINNER. EVER.

No kidding.

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 05:35 PM

I was thinking this! A massive turnaround from the semi where I got the joint highest amount of 12s It's the main reason I thought it was right for Riverside to win really - what's two extra voters when the other song is the favourite of six of the voters?

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 05:35 PM

You'd better be

Posted by: JamesP 25th April 2011, 05:44 PM

Love you TyTy xx

Posted by: Hitstastic 25th April 2011, 05:49 PM

Ever? Can someone post a nice list with all the BJSC winners for me to see if 'Riverside' really is the "BEST. WINNER. EVER"?



Yet I reckon had Kath voted, 'Riverside' wouldn't have got anything whilst Vendela would've probably been given an 8 at least so your victory would've been sealed.

Posted by: Ghosthunter 25th April 2011, 06:00 PM

BJSC I: Mdiče: Britney Spears - And Then We Kiss
BJSC II: Bokia: Katherine McPhee - Dangerous
BJSC III: Bhangra: Dixie Chicks - Not Ready To Make Nice
BJSC IV: FSR Rontvia: Sara Bareilles - Love Song
BJSC V: Elëdan: t.A.T.u - Gomenasai
BJSC VI: Quotosibb: Beverley Knight - Black Butta (Live)
BJSC VII: Mdiče: Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
BJSC VIII: Nonsuch: Lily Allen – Guess Who Batman
BJSC IX: Kingdom Of Shadow: Margaret Berger - Will You Remember Me Tomorrow?
BJSC X: Mdiče: Brandy - Right Here (Departed)
BJSC XI: Elëdan: Lenka - The Show
BJSC XII: Kopečka: La Roux - Quicksand
BJSC XIII: Herzebania: Agnes - Release Me
BJSC XIV: FSR Rontvia: Uh Huh Her - Not A Love Song
BJSC XV: Mdiče: Röyksopp; Robyn - The Girl and the Robot
BJSC XVI: Mdiče: VV Brown - Shark In The Water
BJSC XVII: FSR Rontvia: Beautiful Small Machines - Robots In Love
BJSC XVIII: Mdiče: Ke$ha - TiK ToK/Dolla
BJSC XIX: Kathaldazia: Eva Simons - Silly Boy
BJSC XX: Numayania: Alphabeat - The Spell
BJSC XXI: Lorikeet: Dolly Rockers - Boys Will Be Boys
BJSC XXII: B.a.N.G.: Ellie Goulding - Under The Sheets
BJSC XXIII: Quotosibb: Marina & The Diamonds – Hollywood
BJSC XXIV: B.a.N.G.: Delphic - Halcyon
BJSC XXV: Hendinia: Roll Deep; Jodie Connor - Good Times
BJSC XXVI: FSR Rontvia: Sheelah - Psycho
BJSC XXVII: Kopečka: Eric Saade - It’s Gonna Rain
BJSC XXVIII: Ashton: Molly Sandén - Mitt Liv Är Mitt
BJSC XXIX: Yuxhaaq: Zoe Badwi - Freefallin’
BJSC XXX: Hendinia: Adele - Someone Like You (Live)
BJSC XXXI: FSR Rontvia: Sheelah - The Last Time
BJSC XXXII: FSR Rontvia: Lykke Li - Sadness Is A Blessing
BJSC XXXIII: Batidas: Agnes Obel - Riverside

Which reminds me, I need to update the stats thread! Hopefully I'll be able to get it done tomorrow .

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 06:00 PM

Winners:

01 - Mdiče // Britney Spears - And Then We Kiss
02 - Bokia // Katharine McPhee - Dangerous
03 - Bhangra // Dixie Chicks - Not Ready to Make Nice
04 - FSR Rontvia // Sara Bareilles - Love Song
05 - Eledan // t.A.T.u - Gomenasai
06 - Quotosibb // Beverley Knight - Black Butta (Live)
07 - Mdiče // Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
08 - Nonsuch // Lily Allen - Guess Who Batman (Fuck You demo)
09 - Kingdom of Shadow // Margaret Berger - Will You Remember Me Tomorrow <- considered by most to be the contests defining track/best winner
10 - Mdiče // Brandy - Right Here
11 - Eledan // Lenka - The Show
12 - Kopečka // La Roux - Quicksand
13 - Herzebania // Agnes Carlsson – Release Me
14 - FSR Rontvia // Uh Huh Her - Not A Love Song
15 - Mdiče // Röyksopp; Robyn - The Girl And The Robot
16 - Mdiče // VV Brown - Shark in the Water
17 - FSR Rontvia // Beautiful Small Machines - Robots In Love
18 - Mdiče // Kesha - Dolla (Tik Tok demo)
19 - Kathaldazia // Eva Simons - Silly Boy <- Most overrated winner
20 - Numayania // Alphabeat - The Spell
21 - Lorikeet // The Dolly Rockers - Boys Will Be Boys
22 - BaNG // Ellie Goulding - Under The Sheets
23 - Quotosibb // Marina & The Diamonds - Hollywood
24 - BaNG // Delphic - Halcyon
25 - Hendinia // Roll Deep; Jodie Connor - Good Times
26 - FSR Rontvia // Sheelah - Psycho
27 - Kopečka // Eric Saade - It's Gonna Rain
28 - Ashton // Molly Sandén - Mitt Liv Är Mitt [After tie break with Lotopialand // Darin – Love Killer]
29 - Yuxhaaq // Zoe Badwi - Freefallin'
30 - Hendinia // Adele - Someone Like You (live)
31 - FSR Rontvia // Sheelah - The Last Time
32 - FSR Rontvia // Lykke Li - Sadness Is A Blessing
33 - You!

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 06:36 PM

Which would've been quite the turnaround, given she gave me absolutely nothing in the semi.

Posted by: zechhh 25th April 2011, 06:40 PM

Judging from those winners, the general BJSC taste was best from 22-24 and actually from 30 up until now.

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 06:52 PM

I may have to rank those winners RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW


09 - Kingdom of Shadow // Margaret Berger - Will You Remember Me Tomorrow
17 - FSR Rontvia // Beautiful Small Machines - Robots In Love
15 - Mdiče // Röyksopp; Robyn - The Girl And The Robot
12 - Kopečka // La Roux - Quicksand
13 - Herzebania // Agnes Carlsson – Release Me
31 - FSR Rontvia // Sheelah - The Last Time
27 - Kopečka // Eric Saade - It's Gonna Rain
28 - Ashton // Molly Sandén - Mitt Liv Är Mitt
32 - FSR Rontvia // Lykke Li - Sadness Is A Blessing
33 - Batidas // Agnes Obel - Riverside
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16 - Mdiče // VV Brown - Shark in the Water
20 - Numayania // Alphabeat - The Spell
24 - BaNG // Delphic - Halcyon
03 - Bhangra // Dixie Chicks - Not Ready to Make Nice
01 - Mdiče // Britney Spears - And Then We Kiss
21 - Lorikeet // The Dolly Rockers - Boys Will Be Boys
10 - Mdiče // Brandy - Right Here
26 - FSR Rontvia // Sheelah - Psycho
07 - Mdiče // Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
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11 - Eledan // Lenka - The Show
22 - BaNG // Ellie Goulding - Under The Sheets
14 - FSR Rontvia // Uh Huh Her - Not A Love Song
18 - Mdiče // Kesha - Dolla (Tik Tok demo)
05 - Eledan // t.A.T.u - Gomenasai
06 - Quotosibb // Beverley Knight - Black Butta (Live)
25 - Hendinia // Roll Deep; Jodie Connor - Good Times
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30 - Hendinia // Adele - Someone Like You (live)
23 - Quotosibb // Marina & The Diamonds - Hollywood
08 - Nonsuch // Lily Allen - Guess Who Batman (f*** You demo)
04 - FSR Rontvia // Sara Bareilles - Love Song
19 - Kathaldazia // Eva Simons - Silly Boy
29 - Yuxhaaq // Zoe Badwi - Freefallin'
02 - Bokia // Katharine McPhee - Dangerous

Posted by: Hitstastic 25th April 2011, 07:01 PM

I really should've paid more attention to those semi final screen caps you posted.

Posted by: Hitstastic 25th April 2011, 07:03 PM

Have you ever done a Best of BJSC showdown where all the previous winners battle it out for the title of Ultimate BJSC Winner?

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 07:07 PM

Um, sort of. We have The Best Of which finds the best entry at the end of each year - previous winners TEND to win, but don't always. I was thinking of doing a Runners-Up Survivor actually.

Posted by: Klumzee 25th April 2011, 07:08 PM

As you currently have two runners up positions for 2011?

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 07:12 PM

I also have two winning positions overall But winners are too easily focused on, whereas runners up are forgotten a lot of the time - hence why I'd do a Survivor to knock out the least faves each time and find the best over all of the 33 contests.

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 07:20 PM

When we hit 5years and the big 50 I have a few ideas of how to celebrate. Some form of Ultimate BJSC winner thing is on that list

Posted by: Klumzee 25th April 2011, 07:23 PM

Oh you meant from all the years! Oh okay



If BJSC is still running That should be great

Posted by: Hitstastic 25th April 2011, 07:26 PM

I don't see why not after XXXIII was apparantly regarded as one of the most successful. When we have a semi final with more than 25 countries in each, then you know it's more than a bonafide success. (although hopefully not for XXXIV as I wouldn't cope with up to 50 countries taking part ).

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 07:27 PM

Nobody thought we'd make it to 3.5years and 33 contest [plus 3 spin offs, 3 TBO's and 3 reject's]

Who knows how long it'll run for. A couple of months ago BJSC was as good as dead, now it's really picked back up again.

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 07:29 PM

Actually, that was what caused the contest to start going downhill - we had to start trying to find ways of getting it down from 50+ contestants as semis started getting properly brutal, and getting in a slightly unfriendly semi could be disastrous as there were so many countries. A level between 40 and 50 is perfect however - I'm going to provisionally predict about 46 entries this time around.

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 07:31 PM

BJSC XX had semi's with 26 people in each.


It's nice to be a bit bellow that again as it was starting to get a little crazy

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 07:54 PM

My winners rank, based on a mixture of how good they actually were as winners and how much I like the song. I'm not biased, honest!

13 - Herzebania // Agnes Carlsson – Release Me - It's easy to take this and the other UK hit winners for granted but there was no way of telling that this song would have any more of a chance at success than the hundreds of other Scandipop songs entered. The key difference? This is one of the greatest Scandipop songs of all time, my favourite ever in fact. I was sending one of my favourite entries that month in M.A.G.I.C. and yet I was still championing this to win in front of it! Peter introduced me to the song (via PM before sending it), so it's only fair that it's on top. By FAR my favourite BJSC winner musically too.

17 - FSR Rontvia // Beautiful Small Machines - Robots In Love - SO glad that this won, seriously! When I heard it I knew it had potential. It also managed to win Unknown Pleasures on CHC at the time, so a massive crossover song indeed It's absolutely gorgeous as well

31 - FSR Rontvia // Sheelah - The Last Time - How did they manage to better Psycho? The first time I heard this I thought, well if that can win BJSC then this certainly can - although I hadn't actually planned to send it but quickly realised that it was my favourite song by a mile at the time and that I really HAD to send it. Whereas Anna Abreu whores her way around countless countries, Sheelah ARE Rontvian, the closest thing we have to a country mascot

33 - Batidas // Agnes Obel - Riverside - Brilliant winner, the fact that even the people that didn't give it points haven't crawled out of the woodwork as usual to say '$hit winner' shows that it's a respected victory for a deserving track, whether it appeals to you or not

26 - FSR Rontvia // Sheelah - Psycho

09 - Kingdom of Shadow // Margaret Berger - Will You Remember Me Tomorrow - Certainly not my favourite winner, but a defining winner, and THE song of BJSC I guess

12 - Kopečka // La Roux - Quicksand

03 - Bhangra // Dixie Chicks - Not Ready to Make Nice - I knew this already but it was a great entry and I was pleasantly surprised that it won!

11 - Eledan // Lenka - The Show - This was a lovely winner, and Lenka is surprisingly still great - I'll be shocked if something from her new album isn't entered to BJSC34

32 - FSR Rontvia // Lykke Li - Sadness Is A Blessing - Really shocking winner to me, I've certainly had better but maybe it marked yet another BJSC shift, with Agnes Obel following it up, Scandipop dead again in favour of indie girls (still from Scandinavia though )?

05 - Eledan // t.A.T.u - Gomenasai

15 - Mdiče // Röyksopp; Robyn - The Girl And The Robot - I adore this, and XV was amazing, but in terms of actual inspiration I'd have preferred Jody to win - both songs finished next to each other in my 2009 EOY top 40, but I gave Jody the 12 because it made a more interesting entry

30 - Hendinia // Adele - Someone Like You (live) - Nice that we pre-empted the Brits hype/her general massive success with this winning! I only gave it 7 points (under the 18 system) although mainly because I knocked 0.5% off it because of my scoring system.

18 - Mdiče // Kesha - Dolla (Tik Tok demo)

06 - Quotosibb // Beverley Knight - Black Butta (Live)

24 - BaNG // Delphic - Halcyon

04 - FSR Rontvia // Sara Bareilles - Love Song - It wasn't as cheap as it looks though, honest! Although it was top five in the US by the time I sent it I think. I was loving it at the time of the first contest though, I just took an age to getting round to send it - I really should have debuted with it

07 - Mdiče // Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl

27 - Kopečka // Eric Saade - It's Gonna Rain

14 - FSR Rontvia // Uh Huh Her - Not A Love Song - Not sure how I won with this, I still really like it but what a terrible contest XIV was to allow it to win

25 - Hendinia // Roll Deep; Jodie Connor - Good Times

28 - Ashton // Molly Sandén - Mitt Liv Är Mitt - Not my favourite Ashton entry by any means, but I'll give it credit for being the first foreign language winner and finally a win for one of my two favourite BJSC nations!

21 - Lorikeet // The Dolly Rockers - Boys Will Be Boys

20 - Numayania // Alphabeat - The Spell

23 - Quotosibb // Marina & The Diamonds - Hollywood - CHEAP AS CHIPS! But the fact that it's a great song stops it from being rock bottom

22 - BaNG // Ellie Goulding - Under The Sheets

29 - Yuxhaaq // Zoe Badwi - Freefallin'

08 - Nonsuch // Lily Allen - Guess Who Batman (f*** You demo)

01 - Mdiče // Britney Spears - And Then We Kiss

16 - Mdiče // VV Brown - Shark in the Water

19 - Kathaldazia // Eva Simons - Silly Boy - Ridiculously overhyped, although even I gave it 3 points

10 - Mdiče // Brandy - Right Here - Never really 'got' this

02 - Bokia // Katharine McPhee - Dangerous - I don't remember much about BJSCII at all to be honest, apart from me flopping again, but this was not a good winner, and I like Katharine McPhee generally!

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 08:04 PM

I can't even remember how Uh Huh Her goes and I gave it a 10! I was just ecstatic as we didn't get a cheap winner out of the hordes of opportunistic entries off the back of Alesha Dixon doing so well the month before. I'd have preferred Velvet - Take My Body Close to get the win...

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 08:12 PM

I can remember how Uh Huh Her goes! I still love it

And people think I don't actually like the Rontvian tracks i give 12's to

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 08:16 PM

I do obviously remember how it goes but out of the non-cheap songs that people could have flocked to, I was surprised it was that - I recall predicting it to finish 21st, and you know I'm not one for fake modesty, I genuinely expected it to do nothing. But indeed, that top ten was DREADFUL.

It was really disappointing that although there were quite a few great and inspired entries (We Keep On Rockin', Emenne-Moi, Method Of Modern Love and Amarula Tree spring to mind) everyone was far too busy voting for was it eight(?) about to smash songs that reached the top 15 in that contest.

But any of my runners up - M.A.G.I.C., Music Everywhere, and Broken Machine I'd have preferred as winners to Not A Love Song. It was just in the right place at the right time - in any other contest it would have struggled to go top five

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 08:18 PM

Love Story may GENUINELY be the worst entry we've ever had - not musically, but in terms of timing it's close. Definitely up there with Maneater.

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 08:20 PM

Riverside has to come close too. Luckily I DNQ'd. It restored part of my faith in BJSC

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 08:22 PM

That wasn't sent the week it was #1 in the midweeks though!

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 08:25 PM

As good as

Posted by: Jonjo 25th April 2011, 08:29 PM

*#2

Kelly Clarkson beat her, OH YEAHHHHHHHH! (In the midweeks I believe she was trailing behind KC all week)

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 08:30 PM

It was #1 in the mids wasn't it?

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 08:30 PM

It was a male electro dance track which wasn't *that* popular on BJ. Try the same trick now with On The Floor and see if it DNQ's - I guarantee that it wouldn't. Again, thank god for the mod veto!

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 08:32 PM

I believe so. Kelly pulled ahead by the end. It was impossible for me to pick sides in that battle because musically I far prefer Love Story, and still do, but Kelly is superior in every other way, and it was about time she had a UK #1.

Posted by: Jonjo 25th April 2011, 08:32 PM

I don't think it was. Actually, come to think of it, it probably was...

Posted by: Hitstastic 25th April 2011, 08:36 PM

I'd choose 'My Life Would Suck Without You' over 'Love Story' every time. 'LS' is just too dreadry and whilst 'MLWSWY' was 'Since U Been Gone Pt II', it was still the better song. I'm sure Kelly Clarkson was #1 throughout the week.

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 08:39 PM

I LOVE Love Story (although I far prefer the twangy country original to the pop remix) but there was no way it was ever getting my votes.

Posted by: Jonjo 25th April 2011, 08:41 PM

After a bit of research (it was doing my head in haha!) Kelly C was ahead all week. I think it was close (sales wise) that week though... But anyway, it doesn't matter. It still means the same thing haha!

Posted by: Silas 25th April 2011, 08:46 PM

My Life Would Suck Without You is clearly the superior track there.

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 09:02 PM

I adored Love Story, I found MLWSWY very generic and Kelly on autopilot, but obviously Kelly on autopilot is still amazing! Ah, I know where I'm getting mixed up now - it's because Love Story stayed at #2 the following week whilst Kelly fell below and ended up higher in the EOY chart, for some reason in my mind I've interpreted 'should have got to #1' as 'was a midweek #1' Well really, one of them should have been released the week before so that they could have both been #1's but there we go...



Agreed, I can't listen to the UK mix, really bland in comparison I don't know what version Simon sent to the contest as frankly I didn't ever click on the link to the video. That contest only took me an hour to vote in really, I already knew most of the entries well enough from watching the music channels in the weeks beforehand

Posted by: Hitstastic 25th April 2011, 09:20 PM

This chart suggests otherwise. http://www.chartstats.com/chart.php?week=20090314 but you're quite right in that Taylor Swift stuck around higher up the chart than Kelly Clarkson did.

Posted by: Dandy* 25th April 2011, 09:26 PM

I've been looking back through some of the previous entries and some of them are remarkably famous... The Verve's Bittersweet Symphony is the one that springs immediately to mind as being the worst offender, in what way was that ever going to be a new discovery for anyone!

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 09:31 PM

Oh dear, I'm getting the week she stuck at #5 mixed up, and thinking that she stayed at #2 :/ I really should research these things before posting!

Posted by: Tyron 25th April 2011, 09:32 PM

There are LOADS of ridiculous ones, the contest took a while to get into the proper swing of things. I'd say this is the first contest we've ever had where there's not been a single entry I can say is likely to be a massive hit in the next few weeks or has already been (where most have been aware) where there's also been a lot of enthusiasm.

Posted by: Sabrewulf 25th April 2011, 09:34 PM

Congrats Batidas, a nice song.

16th for Dalisska, not too bad. Especially for a song I was really unsure how it would be received.

I'm not sure if Dalisska will be able to take part in the next BJSC though, probably not because of exams.

Posted by: gooddelta 25th April 2011, 09:36 PM

There was a long period where a lot of people used to moan that 'everyone should be able to send their favourite song whatever it is' whilst the other half of us argued that sending something like that was completely pointless and indeed, wouldn't be a discovery to anyone, a very good point being that sending and voting on chart and future hits is about as fun as sitting down and ranking the multichart

But you'd be surprised how 50/50 it always was, a massive proportion of people were intent that they should be able to send whatever, even though it was quietly destroying the contest with at least one song that everyone already knew guaranteed a top five placing almost every month. It came to a head in XIV where 7 or 8 songs literally on the brink of becoming smash hits finished inside the top ten. Those 'for' sending whatever you liked argued that one or two 'cheap' songs doing well every month didn't matter, but for me personally it definitely did, I just didn't see why the latest promoted to hell/hyped up Alesha Dixon or Pink single should take away a top three position from an inspired entry that was a discovery to all.

Posted by: Jester 27th April 2011, 10:18 PM

Hits, I have now added your award

Posted by: Hitstastic 28th April 2011, 05:39 PM

My first award. Thanks Jester, the first of MANY I'm sure? (watch out Tyrren ).