OSLO, NORWAY – The final three contenders have been chosen for Melodi Grand Prix 2024, the Norwegian national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. In the third and last semi-final held at the NRK Studios in Oslo, six acts vied for a spot in the grand final. The successful songs were determined by a public vote on the NRK app.
The three qualifying songs from the semi-final are Vidar Villa’s “MER” (MORE), Mista’s “Waltz of Death,” and Thomas Jenssen’s “Take Me To Heaven.” These acts will join the previously selected finalists for the chance to represent Norway at the Eurovision Song Contest.
The grand final of Melodi Grand Prix 2024 will feature a total of nine acts. Alongside the three latest qualifiers, the other participants include Gothminister with “We Come Alive,” Ingrid Jasmin performing “Eya,” Margaret Berger with the song “Oblivion,” Erika Norwich & Super Rob’s “My AI,” Anne Fagermo & Dag Erik Oksvold’s “Judge Tenderly of Me,” and Gåte’s “Ulveham” (Wolf Man).
Norway has a long history in the Eurovision Song Contest, having debuted in 1960. The country has achieved victory three times, in 1985, 1995, and 2009. However, they also hold the record for the most last-place finishes, with a total of eleven. Norway’s most recent win was in 2009, when Alexander Rybak’s song “Fairytale” scored an impressive 387 points, receiving 16 sets of 12 points and garnering points from every country.
The Melodi Grand Prix 2024 grand final promises to be an exciting event, as the remaining nine acts will battle it out for the opportunity to represent Norway at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. The competition will undoubtedly showcase the country’s musical talent and creativity. Fans and viewers can anticipate an unforgettable show filled with electrifying performances and memorable moments.
As the anticipation builds, Norway’s music enthusiasts eagerly await the grand final, where the country’s representative for Eurovision 2024 will be unveiled. The stakes are high, and the chosen act will have the honor of showcasing Norway’s rich musical heritage on an international stage. All eyes are on the grand final, where dreams will be realized, and a new chapter in Norway’s Eurovision journey will begin.
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