SingleGuyInOz Forum Posts (1,043)

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Congratulations! ... good call galrads

I thought the new dual Judge/Viewer voting system was a welcome improvement to the format this year.
Australia put up a good effort and were clearly the Judges favourites, but just tipped out by the viewers pick of Ukraine at the finish... so close and yet so far

Anyway, well done to 2016 Winners Ukraine

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Correct! ... the visual impact of the performance is getting more important in the contest by the year. You only have to check out the results of recent years to acknowledge that. And so that being the case, Russia's impressive act i believe has the strongest chance based on this alone, despite the song not being quite as good as a few of the other contestants in my opinion.

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Read your original post again ... Where abouts did you say "I THINK" in your post ? ... NOWHERE!

BTW ... nobody says you do. If you personally don't like the show and think the music sucks etc, again i repeat "nobody is forcing you to watch" ... simple!

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Hiya Pinky,

I totally agree with you, it has become political along with the usual voting favouritism towards neighbouring countries and cultures etc. I see it more for the fun aspect now rather than anything else.
As for Australia and other non- European nations being allowed to participate, i hope you will take a look at my earlier posting above ^^^ ... Thanks!

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Thanks for your efforts with the Finalist list galrads ... good work!

The reason the USA doesn't participate in the show is that the event is predominately for European nations.
As for Australia and several other non-European being permitted to participate, i can only put this down to their level of interest and enthusiasm for the show ... not forgetting the fact that as far as Australia is concerned, it's a multi-cultural society and still part of of the British Commonwealth.

I understand there are plans for an Asian version of the show underway. But for a world wide event encompassing the possibility of all nations competing, maybe a "Globalvision" Song contest could be an idea

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

It may be a "silly contest" as you describe, but it's entertaining in it's own way nonetheless. Besides if you're not interested in the show, is anybody forcing you to watch

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Hi chemistrymajor


Yep!, Max Bygraves passed away in 2012 aged 89 here in Queensland Australia after developing Alzheimer's disease... another British national treasure and a sad way to end life following a long and lustrous career

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Hasn't been quite as fun since Terry Wogan gave up the hosting is it ? ... and sadly there'll be no return now either

When it comes to the UK entrants and that of a few other nations, the fact that their songs are performed live only the once compared to twice from the rest of the competing nations puts them at a distinct disadvantage i believe. Having said that, UK's songs have been pretty weak and disappointing in recent years. Maybe a good shake up is needed as to how their entries are chosen/voted is called for

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

I agree with you regarding Ukraine's 2004 entry galrads It was my favourite too and certainly stood out from the rest of the usual stuff ... not to mention Rusiana herself was rather pleasing to the eye

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Thanks! .... The song (and singer) are pretty good and Australia is tipped to finish in the top 5 despite not having the visual factor that seems to of become necessary to do well in recent years.
Although not sure why Australia qualifies to be in the competition at all considering we're in a separate continent to that of Europe
But all the same it's good to be part of the show ... even if it is really only for fun

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Any others with thoughts ??

Eurovision Song Contest 2016

Although seen more as a fun event rather than a serious outlet for quality songs. This annual event takes place at Stockholm Sweden this year after winning the rights to do so following their victory in 2015 of the contest.

This year there are 42 countries competing with the first of the 2 semi-finals commencing on May 10th to determine who makes up the 26 competing countries in the final on May 14th.

As it stands Russia are the clear cut favourites with betting agencies to take out the event followed by Ukraine and France.

Would like to hear from other interested members of their thoughts and opinions ... and whether there are any "sleepers" to watch out for ?


On a sad note ... Terry Wogan the respected and popular BBC commentator who had hosted the show for many years, passed away earlier this year due to Cancer. Although he gave up commentating on the show a number of years ago due to frustrations with the apparent political and neighbour voting biases. His witty dry humour will always be remembered for giving the show added interest.

R.I.P Terry Wogan

RE: what is Iceland known for??

A misspelling of Ireland ....

RE: A question for the Americans.

... when they're sober


Hiya Pinky

RE: Weres all THE single women at

Cheers for that Ocee ......
just wondering if there's any "naked pillows" made especially for adults as well

RE: Any guess ,for how long i am CS?

... and so has your photo ...

RE: Weres all THE single women at

... what's a "naked pillow"


...

RE: what does the beer; Budweiser stand for?

.....

NATIONAL ANTHEMS (Best Ones)

Britain uses the well recognised "God Save The Queen" as their national anthem, which is essentially a 'Royal anthem" in its lyrical content, and debatable whether it can be described as a true 'National athem' .
If however they were to adopt the much better, suitable and more rousing "Land Of Hope And Glory" as their anthem song, this would rate right up there with the best around in the world ... and be a more fitting accompaniment for their Union flag (mistakenly referred to as the Union Jack) which is arguably the best looking and most recognised flag in the world ... in my opinion

RE: What Are You Reading

Sorry i can't advise you on that as i never borrow books from the library ... anyway i find using printed copies of your profile photo works a treat for me

RE: Would you be happier being single? Or being with someone?

would that be with or without high heels ?


Happy Easter by the way Pete

RE: An alternate world history

... "Fifty Shades Of Grey"

NATIONAL ANTHEMS (Best Ones)

Leaving aside politics and nationalistic pride or self patriotism etc.
Which countries national anthems do you believe to be the best or most rousing ones ... based on musical composition and ability to inspire their citizens ?.


Personally, as far as musical structure is concerned, i would find it difficult to go past ... France's "La Marseillaise" and Germany's "Deutschlandlied" mainly based upon the strength and integrity of their compositions.

Would be interesting to hear other members views and opinions on this topic ... and hopefully from a wide cross-section of the world's populace too!

RE: First memories at primary school

you've earned a well deserved rest then

RE: First memories at primary school

That's good to hear .... but won't the guys miss you at the parlour ?

RE: First memories at primary school

Yeah ... don't i know it (kicking and screaming) ... and i've never been the same since

Hiya Pinky, have yourself a great Easter by the way

RE: First memories at primary school

After attending my first day at primary school, i thought that was all that was required and didn't have to go any more
I was then stunned and disappointed to discover from my Mum that i had to go the next day and so forth as well ...

RE: Say Nothing thread

RE: Say Nothing thread

... ... ...

RE: Say Nothing thread

...