Eurovision Pocket Size Previews #1

In the run up to May's big final we review each song competing in this year's contest - the rules, our team have to do it in just ONE sentence.

We start with A...


ALBANIA - ENEDA TARIFA "FAIRYTALE"

James - A strong showing of vocals but the song is very average. It will struggle to qualify. 6/10

Elliot  - Dull, easily forgetable, nothing to hook in the listener, good vocals 3.5/10

Noa- was alot powerful in the Albanian version , though I really like the strong voclas in the song. 6\10

Emily – Certainly not as strong as the Albanian version. I think without the orchestra it isn’t as powerful, and therefore will struggle to qualify. 4/10

Rob - Another typically boring song from Albania, praying it doesn't qualify. 3/10

TOTAL SCORE: 22.5/50

ARMENIA - IVETA MUKUCHYAN "LOVE WAVE"

James - Unique! But may struggle to connect with people since it doesn't really have a hook. 7/10

Elliot  - A bit of a mess in my mind, again good singer bad song - 3.5/10

Noa - not so catchy at first hear , very different , expected for more though . 7/10

Emily - I don’t see the hype with this entry. Not as good as past Armenian entries. Lacks catchiness and is a

bit of a mess. 3/10

Rob - Loving the ethnic sounds on this, it's pretty infectious to be honest! 7/10

TOTAL SCORE: 27.7/50

Iveta Mukuchyan will represent Armenia with the song "Love Wave"

AUSTRIA - ZOE "LOIN D'ICI"

James - A cute song, different. But potentially will get swallowed up by the bigger and better songs. 6/10

Elliot - Sweet song, good singer, love the outfit and backdrop, works well with song 7/10

Noa- Such a sweet song and singer !! And it's in french as well which makes it even better! 8/10

Emily – Well, I love this song. Pros: French language, sweet, cute staging and cute girl. Cons: None. 8/10

Rob - Singing in French while unique, has never proven to be a good idea. 6/10

TOTAL SCORE: 35/50


AUSTRALIA - DAMI IM "SOUND OF SILENCE"

James - Slightly underwhelming since Dami Im has some very nice songs. But, this is still a very strong song and very nice to listen to. 7/10

Elliot  - Good song, but expected better when look at Dami Im discography 7/10

Noa - Such a strong and powerful song, Dami's vocals are incredible. Would like to see it in the top 5. 9/10

Emily – Very strong, will do very well no doubt. I find it a little bit repetitive though. 7.5/10

Rob - This is fantastic! The build to the chorus is incredible, and I really hope this is challenging for the win in Stockholm. 9/10

TOTAL SCORE: 39.5/50

Dami Im won the Australian X Factor in 2013

AZERBAIJAN - SAMRA "MIRACLE"

James - Very strong and nice to see such an upbeat choice from Azerbaijan! 8/10

Elliot - Powerful vocals, powerful, maybe not a contendor but a high finisher come the final 7.5/10

Noa - not sure how well it will do , but the song is very catchy . 8/10

Emily – Another powerful ballad. Again, will qualify and do well with the right staging and performance. 7.5/10

Rob - A good quality ballad, it'll do well but also get slightly lost in Saturday's big final. 7/10

TOTAL SCORE: 38/10

Keep a look out for Eurovision Pocket Size Previews #2 on the way soon, and don't forget you can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram too.