Introducing 2014: Denmark!

Basim (Anis Basim Moujahid) won Dansk Melodi Grand Prix on 8th March with Cliche Love Song. Denmark is this years' host nation and I predict they will make the top ten with no problems. Basim will perform at #23 in the running-order. I'm not a massive fan of the song. It's pleasant and very sweet although I do feel Denmark had more to offer...

Michael Rune feat Natascha Bessez came 2nd with Wanna Be Loved! This song is fantastic and it would have been one of my favourite songs in Copenhagen, if Denmark had selected it... I was so gutted when this didn't win! Oh well. I know her vocals weren't that strong but it's still awesome! I also liked Your Lies, by Rebekka Thornbech. "Cliche Love Song" will probably do really well in Copenhagen although I don't think Denmark will be hosts in 2015..

Copenhagen 2014: Basim to perform 23rd in the final!

The Head of Delegation meeting has taken place today in Copenhagen, where a random draw decided when Basim will perform in the grand final. Denmark will perform at #23 in the running order.

In order to keep things fair, the host country's running order will be decided by a random draw. Could Denmark win for the 2nd year in a row? His vocals are pretty good and the song is incredibly catchy.... Hmm. The rest of the draw will be decided by DR's producers and that will be revealed in the weeks to come. Meanwhile. the final draw will be decided once all the finalists are chosen.

Denmark: Basim wins with "Cliché Love Song"!

I knew it! Basim won DMGP! It's safe to say Denmark won't win the contest for a 2nd time in a row... I've only heard the song a couple of times and I'm very underwhelmed. The annoying thing is that Michael Rune feat. Natascha Bessez came joint 2nd. I hope the song will grow on my as I really wanted to like Denmark's song this year. The song was somehow awarded top points from the Danish televote and jury.

Denmark: National final tonight!

Who will follow in Emmelie de Forest's footsteps? We'll find out tonight. Dansk Melodi Grand Prix will take place in Arena Fyn in Odense and ten participants are hoping to be victorious. Take a listen to the songs on DR's official website. I have a feeling GlamboyP will win, but I hope I'm wrong. I do love Michael Rune feat. Natascha Bessez's song - that saxophone is awesome plus they have a great draw! Like I've previously said, the outcome will depend on the live performances. I'm really looking forward to it. The show will start at 20:00 and you can watch it here.

1. Sonny – Feeling the you
2. Anna David – It hurts
3. Basim - Cliche love song
4. Rebekka Thornbech - Your lies
5. GlamboyP - Right by your dide
6. Bryan Rice - I choose u
7. Nadia Malm – Before you forget me
8. Michael Rune feat. Natascha Bessez - Wanna be loved
9. Emilie Moldow - Vi finder hjem
10. Danni Elmo – She’s the one

Denmark: DMGP songs released!

Denmark will hold their national final tomorrow and DR, the Danish broadcaster, has released the ten competing entries in full. A very strong line-up - take a listen here. I think the winner will either be Bryan Rice, Michael Rune feat. Natascha Bessez, Basim or maybe even GlamboyP. I think pretty much anyone can win tomorrow - the outcome will probably depend on the live performances. If I had to bet £10, I'd probably opt for Bryan. He came so close in 2010 and his song is very strong this year... These are the acts:

• Sonny – Feeling the you
• Anna David – It hurts
• Basim - Cliche love song
• Rebekka Thornbech - Your lies
• GlamboyP - Right by your dide
• Bryan Rice - I choose u
• Nadia Malm – Before you forget me
• Michael Rune feat. Natascha Bessez - Wanna be loved
• Emilie Moldow - Vi finder hjem
• Danni Elmo – She’s the one

Denmark: Snippets released!

Yesterday, DR presented 30 second snippets of the entries that are competing in DMGP. You can listen to them here.

I have no immediate favourite although Bryan Rice's song sounds pretty good. I also really like Michael Rune ft. Natascha Bessez - that saxophone solo is awesome! I'll reserve my judgement until I hear the full versions, though. The Danish will pick their representative on 8th March.

Denmark: Line-up for DMGP revealed!

Danish broadcaster, DR, has revealed the 10 names that will compete in Dansk Melodi Grand Prix in the hope to represent their country on home soil. Bryan Rice and Danni Elmo are in the running, both have previously tried to represent Denmark! Here are the Danish hopefuls:

• Sonny – Feeling The You
• Anna David – It Hurts
• Basim Cliche – Love Song
• Rebekah Thornbech – Your Lies
• GlamboyP – Right By Your Side
• Bryan Rice – I Choose You
• Nadia Malm – Before You Forget Me
• Michael Rune feat Natascha Bessez – Wanna be Loved
• Danni Elmo – She’s The One
• Emilie Moldow – We find home

 The Danish national final will take place on 8th March! Which is also the same night as Melodifestivalen final...