It was a great honor to march in Cork Pride representing all our colours. This is the first of many public appearance the club will be present at going forward.
EuroBash Galway
Announcing the first ever EuroBash in Galway on Saturday September 23rd in Bar Nova, Galway city
Join us in Cork Pride
Join us as we march in Cork Pride Parade on August 6th, after the parade we’ll go to the party in the Docks and go to the Pav afterwards where Wild Youth will be playing! If you are interested in hanging around then drop a mail and we’ll fill you in.Â
Groups will be assemble on Grand Parade, from Cork City Library down as far as the Boardwalk next to Electric from 1pm on Sunday 6th, and our team will direct you to your place in the running order on the day, so please please arrive with your group as early as possible, and no later than 1:30pm.
The Parade will start moving at 2pm and will take the route outlined on the map below, moving from Grand Parade to Patrick Street, and we’ll arrive at Kennedy Quay for the Cork Pride Party at the Port Afterparty for 3pm, which will run until 8pm.
EuroBash Carlow – August 12th
Announcing the first ever Carlow Eurobash
Carlow has it’s first ever EuroBash on Saturday, August 12th in Teach Dolmen, Carlow town, starting at 7pm till 12.30
Travel info from Dublin
Meet: Eurovision 365
My name is Padraic Devlin, and I am the founder of Eurovision 365 Debate Facebook group and the YouTube channel Eurovision 365, where I produce a variety of content about all things Eurovision.
I have been a fan of the contest for over 30 years, and what I try to do is incorporate songs and performances from the extensive history of the Eurovision Song Contest. In fact at the start of most of my reaction videos about present day Eurovision, I always begin with a classic song from that nation.
My goal has always been to bring people together, as the entire Eurovision experience is always something that is better shared.
The Eurovision 365 Debate group has 5.5k members and has been going since 2010. This is a place where we can all come together to share our thoughts on all things Eurovision music.
The YouTube channel is an extension of this, where I share my reactions to new songs, commentate on old songs, interview Eurovision performers, past and present, and also ask general questions around the participating countries and songs from the Eurovision of yesterday and today. I like to think there is something for everyone.
I also run Live broadcasts across YouTube and Facebook, where we as fans can come together and experience the contest in real-time, and discover who will be going onto represent their respective nations together.
I have attended the Eurovision song contest myself a number of times, and love that feeling of being in the arena, around the fans and performers, it’s an experience that is truly priceless.
As a lifelong Eurovision fan, I am actively building something that is purpose built to bring people together to react, comment and share in a respectful and compassionate manner.
You are more than welcome to reach out to become a part of the Facebook community, the YouTube community or indeed both!
I also have a website Eurovision365.com, where I have a blog that delves into topics in more detail, as I said above, there really is something for everyone!
I look forward to welcoming you to the channel!
Malmo announced as host city for 2024 Eurovision
The city of Malmo has been selected to host the Eurovision Song Contest in May 2024, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has announced.
Host broadcaster SVT and the EBU will host the 68th song contest grand final at the Malmo Arena on Saturday 11 May, with semi-finals earlier the same week on Tuesday 7 May and Thursday 9 May.
The southern Swedish city was chosen after singer-songwriter Loreen clinched victory in the contest for a second time with her power ballad Tattoo.
She became the first woman to win Eurovision twice while Sweden equalised with Ireland’s record of seven Eurovision wins in total.
he EBU said Malmo was chosen following a “city bid process” that examined facilities at the venue, the ability to accommodate thousands of visiting delegations, crew, fans and media as well as local infrastructure and other criteria.
Malmo will become the third Swedish city to have hosted the competition three times.
Martin Osterdahl, executive supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest, said: “Malmo holds a special place in the history of the contest… we’re excited to be returning to this vibrant and dynamic city which has demonstrated it has the venues and infrastructure that are perfect for staging the world’s largest live music event.
“Malmo’s commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and innovation aligns perfectly with the spirit of the competition.”
Mr Osterdahl said delegations, fans, and the media will be able to navigate the city of Malmo because of its “compact size”.
He added: “Its commitment to sustainability and green initiatives also aligns perfectly with our own values.”
Tickets are expected to go on sale for nine shows, including dress rehearsals, later this year.
RTE Opens up song submissions for 2024
RTÉ is pleased to announce that Ireland will once again be taking part in the annual Eurovision Song Contest which will be held in Sweden in May 2024.
The Eurovision Song Contest is the world’s biggest live music show and one of the most popular annual television events on the planet reaching hundreds of millions of viewers in Europe and worldwide on social media platforms and is particularly popular with youth audiences and younger adult viewers.
RTÉ wants to hear from contemporary performers and songwriters with the talent and ambition to compete and succeed in this highly competitive environment. This is a rare and valuable opportunity for performers and songwriters to gain exposure on a global scale – the rewards for success can be significant and as a result the competition attracts top professional talent from all over the world.
The Eurovision Song Contest is a global phenomenon, it is the world’s biggest live music show and one of the most popular annual television events on the planet reaching hundreds of millions of viewers in Europe and worldwide on social media platforms.
The show is particularly popular with youth audiences and younger adult viewers throughout Europe. RTÉ wants to hear from contemporary artists and songwriters with the talent and ambition to compete and succeed in this highly competitive environment. This is a rare and valuable opportunity for artists and songwriters to gain exposure on a global scale – the rewards for achieving a top ten result in the final can be significant and as a result the competition attracts top professional talent from all over the world.
Submitting a Song
If you are an accomplished songwriter with a proven track record of success in the music industry, we would like you to submit an original song (with a suitable performer or performers attached) to be considered to represent Ireland.
All recordings of songs must be submitted in MP3 192kbps format and be complete, be professionally recorded and in their final form – no demos, unfinished work or substandard recordings will be accepted. Please include a photograph of the performer(s) and a short biog.
Submissions should have a performer or performers already attached, performer(s) must have the ambition, vocal ability, stagecraft and confidence to compete at the highest level before a global audience of nearly 200 million people. Performer(s) must have intrinsic and obvious appeal to the core youth audiences who make up a significant amount of Eurovision viewers and fans.
Entries will be considered by a panel of music and entertainment industry professionals and Eurovision fans selected by RTÉ. Performer(s) may be invited to audition in the RTÉ studios in Dublin.
A shortlist of songs and attached performers will subsequently be invited to perform on television early in 2024 when a winner will be selected to represent Ireland in accordance with a selection process to be confirmed by RTÉ.
Songs submitted must strictly comply with the rules of the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. RTÉ reserves the right to arrange, produce or otherwise alter any song/performance selected for the purposes of the Eurovision Song Contest 2024.
Each songwriter may only submit one song (including co-writes) for consideration. The submitted songs must not be submitted for consideration to any other country participating in Eurovision Song Contest 2024. In addition, the performer(s) attached to the submitted songs must not be submitted for consideration as performer(s) of any song submitted for consideration to any other country participating in Eurovision Song Contest 2024.
Songs must be no longer than 3 minutes in duration.
The songs (lyrics and music compositions) must be original and must not be released or publicly performed or made available to the public (for example, but not limited to, on social media, online video platforms, social networks or (semi-) publicly accessible databanks and/or performed publicly, for example but not limited to during concerts)Â in full or part before the 1st September 2023.
In all cases RTÉ will have the final say on which song and performer(s) will be Ireland’s Eurovision Song Contest 2024 entry and RTÉ and the EBU will retain final decision on the eligibility of any entry and the application of the rules.
Entries will ONLY be accepted through the online form on www.rte.ie/eurovision. No entries will be accepted by post, on CD, cassette or any other format, nor will we accept links to Wetransfer, Soundcloud, Dropbox or to any other third-party sites such as YouTube, Spotify, Tidal or other streaming platforms.
Although we wish to encourage and identify promising new talent for the future, this is probably not an opportunity for beginners or people with limited or no experience of performing in public to large crowds.
The closing date for submissions is 6pm on Friday 29th of September 2023.
RTÉ reserves the right at any stage in the process to invite established songwriters and/or performer(s) to submit entries and to include any such entries in the shortlist of entries eligible for selection in RTÉ’s 2024 television final as RTE’s entry to the Eurovision Song Contest 2024.
OGAE Ireland cannot accept song submissions, you need to submit them to RTE directly.
Well done to Sweden!
Sweden have won their 7th Eurovision title, matching Ireland’s 7 wins!
Loreen secured first place with her song Tattoo, and Finland came a close second with Cha Cha Cha by Kaaija.
Ireland failed to qualify from semi-final one.
Are you Ireland’s number one Eurovision Fan?
Here’s your chance to show your passion and win!
We are looking for Ireland’s biggest Eurovision fan.Â
- You can submit a picture of your costume or Eurovision collection
- How sparkly have you made your pets outfit?Â
- A video tribute to your favorite entry,Â
- Are you hosting an event with others?Â
- How decorated is your house for the Eurovision itself?
- Want to sing a song?Â
- Write a blog post or an essay?
- Do you have a podcast? What is your favorite episode?
You get the idea, any and all entries are valid!
So what’s up for grabs? The winner gets first pick for the allocation of two tickets for next year’s Eurovision in 2024 when and if they become available.
How do I enter?
You can submit your entry via email to competition@ogae.ie Â
Submissions are closed on September 14th.Â
We will then choose the winner and announce it on September 18th
Who is eligible to enter?
Both users need to be paid members of OGAE Ireland before September 7th 2023 and, and also renew for 2024.(this is because the membership system required for access to these tickets is renewed every year), open to residents of Ireland or have an Irish background.
Minimum age of 16 years and olderÂ
What is an allocation?
Every year the hosting TV station usually grants access to a small number of ticket packages for the semi finals and grand final to each fan club for the Eurovision, and these are then divided up amongst members of the club who have to purchase the tickets themselves.
This is a holding spot for a ticket to the actual Eurovision itself, it still means you have to pay for it in full but it is a guaranteed ticket to the Eurovision.
If you are unable to take the allocation then second place gets the prize, and so on and so on.
We’ll also have some spot prizes to give out 🙂
Any questions then please contact us on president@ogae.ieÂ
Wish you all a great Eurovision Season!
Going to Liverpool?
Good evening all and Hello Europe!
The excitement is building as the rehearsals have begun! They certainly changed a lot of opinions didn’t they?
Remember to fly your colors and show your support no matter where you are, Wild Youth are our representatives this year so let’s show them we care!
So here are a few helpful hints and tips for those going to Liverpool this year!
OGAE Ireland Pub – SEEL ST VENUE
OGAE Ireland will be based out of The Seel Street Venue this year, this is a very centrally located pub, halfway between the arena and the city centre (Its Liverpool, everything is 10 minutes away).
While this is where our club can gather, it is not exclusively for club members so family and friends can join as well!!! After all it is Eurovision!Â
Also joining us will be OGAE Australia and OGAE Rest of the World clubs so let’s show our sister clubs the hospitality we are famous for!
Opening hours are:
Tuesday 15:00pm to 00:00am
Wednesday 17:00pm to 00:00am
Thursday 15:00pm to 01:00am
Friday 15:00pm to 03:00am
Saturday 13:00pm to 04:00am
There will be a live band onsite on Tuesday and Thursday and for the rest of the time they will be playing our music.
We’ll have a Eurovision bingo sheet and more for you to pick up and use throughout the week!
For those around on Sunday and Monday we will look into alternatives (I’m headed there tomorrow)
Liverpool Map
We have a map created with easy access to all the important venues (more being added all the time)
EventsÂ
The lovely Kittenseses on Twitter has compiled nearly 300 events (at the time of this email) into one doc, this includes venues that will be showing the event as well
Eurovision Events Liverpool May 2023
Chat Groups
We have a WhatsApp group for everyone to join while we are in Liverpool so if you know anyone going tell them to join, and they can arrange meet ups, events etc 🙂Â
Just use the Contact us for the link or email ogae ireland @ gmail .com
And now for the Mammy partÂ
Weather
Looks like it will be raining all week, so bring a nice jacket with you as you may be outside for periods at a time, no need to catch your death while you are out there. So while you think you may not need the suntan lotion just bring it in case.
Shops
You have access to virtually the same shops and items as you would in Ireland, Liverpool city centre is very cosmopolitan with dozens of major brands in there. If you are worried about your toiletries most of the shops over there have tiny travel size items for 1 pound or less.
Emergency contact details
Call 101 for non-emergency enquiries. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our textphone service on 18001 101.
999 is the official emergency number for the United Kingdom, but calls are also accepted on the European Union emergency number, 112. All calls are answered by 999 operators, and are always free.
Irish Embassy UK Tel.: +44 (0)20 7235 2171
Most importantly, Stay safe, don’t be alone and if this is your first Eurovision introduce yourself, I’ve met some of the most wonderful people at the Eurovision, we don’t bite (except for the Australians, but just get them a bevvy of their choice and they are your friend for life!)Â
Yours,
Frank Dermody
OGAE Ireland President
