Switched on Pop Eurovision feast: Poison Cake, Milkshake Man, and Espresso Macchiato (featuring Tommy Cash)
May 6, 2025
Join avant-garde rapper Tommy Cash, Estonia's Eurovision 2024 contender, as he shares insights on his quirky entry, "Espresso Macchiato." Discover how he blends humor and stereotypes about coffee into his music. The discussion encompasses the evolution of Eurovision, highlighting unique performances like Sweden's sauna-themed act and Austria's 'Wasted Love.' Tommy dives into the creative processes shaping these eclectic songs, making a case for the absurdity and celebration within the competition's landscape.
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Eurovision Judging Criteria
- Eurovision judges evaluate vocal capacity, song originality, overall impression, and stage performance quality.
- Since Eurovision is a vocal competition, live instruments are not used during performances.
Sauna Song's Unique Concept
- Sweden's K-A Kaj performs an original Europop sauna ode combining traditional accordion and EDM.
- The song uses cultural sauna themes as a unique concept in Eurovision entries.
Operatic Vocals Meet Dubstep
- Austrian countertenor JJ's "Wasted Love" blends operatic vocals with intense dubstep drops.
- The composition elevates his high vocal range into a synthetic texture expressing emotional loss.