Everything you need to know about the Eurovision Song Contest semi-finals 2024
The Eurovision Song Contest kicks off with two semi-final shows before the grand final on Saturday, May 11.
This year has seen some massive changes implemented. 'The Big Five' and host nation Sweden will perform during the semi-finals for the first time to give them a fairer standing in the eyes of the audience.READ MORE: I ate at the restaurant on its way to gaining a Michelin starHow do the Eurovision semi-finals work? Each semi-final will see ten countries progress to the grand final.
Ebba Adielsson, executive producer of the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 said: "We think that this change gives the Big Five countries and the host country a fairer playing field in the Grand Final, as they now have the opportunity to perform "for real" on stage in the semi-finals. How to vote Viewers can cast their votes via the official Eurovision Song Contest app during the live broadcast. The app is available for your iOS, Android or Windows device, and if you vote via the app you will receive a special video message from your favourite artists.
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