Germany is preparing for the Eurovision extravaganza, and this year, anticipation is at an all-time high as the nation prepares to select its representative for the upcoming event in Malmö. So, grab your popcorn and get ready to witness the spectacle that is Eurovision Song Contest – Das Deutsche Finale. Here’s all you need to know!
How to tune in?
Mark your calendars for Friday, February 16th, as the action kicks off at 22:05 CET. No matter where you are in the world, you can catch the excitement live on ARD’s official Eurovision website.
What’s in store?
Friday night, the air will be charged with excitement as “Wir geben ‘ne Party” will be the motto once again! By midnight CET, we’ll all be on the edge of our seats, waiting to discover which song will carry the hopes of the Germans to the 68th Eurovision Song Contest in May. This year marks Germany’s 67th appearance at the Contest, maintaining its impressive record as the most frequent participant in Eurovision history.
Meet the participants
Nine acts will take the stage at Das Deutsche Finale 2024, each hoping for the chance to represent Germany on the Eurovision stage. Let’s take a closer look at the lineup:
- NinetyNine – Love On A Budget
A singer-songwriter from Hamburg with a knack for timeless pop infused with indie and vintage rock influences. - Leona – Undream You
Hailing from Hamburg, Leona captivates audiences with her emotional ballads and dreams of gracing the Eurovision stage. - Isaak – Always On The Run
From Espelkamp, Isaak’s journey from band member to solo artist has been one of self-discovery and musical exploration. - GALANT – Katze
This southern German duo combines rap and melodies to challenge societal norms and encourage self-acceptance. - Floryan – Scars
Winner of a German talent show, Floryan brings his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics to the stage. - Bodine Monet – Tears Like Rain
A Dutch artist with a passion for power ballads, Bodine Monet aims to fulfill her childhood dream of gracing the Eurovision stage. - Ryk – Oh Boy
A multi-talented musician from Lower Saxony, Ryk’s passion for music knows no bounds. - Marie Reim – Naiv
Following in her mother’s footsteps, Marie Reim brings her unique brand of schlager music to the Eurovision stage. - Max Mutzke – Forever Strong
A familiar face in the German music scene, Max Mutzke returns to Eurovision with a message of hope and resilience.
How the winner is decided?
The fate of Germany’s Eurovision entry lies in the hands of both the public and an international jury. Viewers at home can cast their votes, accounting for 50% of the final score, while the other 50% comes from an international jury.
Eight juries from eight different countries (Spain, Lithuania, Switzerland, Austria, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Croatia and Iceland) will score the songs, which will make up half of the total vote.
Each international jury will be composed of 5 members. In the event of a tie, the public vote will determine the winner.
Who’s hosting the national selection?
Our host for the evening will be a lady who has guided us through many German Eurovision events in the past – Barbara Schöneberger! Barbara will be on hand to introduce the 9 artists taking part, getting the audience at home and in the studio that extra bit hyped about Germany’s chances in Malmö.
The popular TV presenter, actress and singer will also serve as the capable hands into which the excited voting sequence is placed, as she fields the scores and finally presents to us our winner for the evening.
Germany’s act for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 will follow on from the group Lord of the Lost, who won the German pre-selection in 2023 and represented their country in Liverpool with the song Blood & Glitter.
Who would you like to see representing Germany in Malmö? Let us know your thoughts on the songs in the comments below or at our socials @buildingbridgespod!
(Photo: Eurovision.de)
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