Sunday 10 February 2013

NORWAY

The Norwegian Final was held on February 9th at the Spektrum in Oslo, hosted by Jenny Skavlan & Erik Solbakken. Before the final there were 3 semi-finals. The winner was chosen in two rounds of voting. In the first round, televoting alone decided the top 4, then in the second round the regional juries and televoting chose the overwhelming winner which was Margaret Berger with "I feed you my love"

This is a very modern song in all senses of the word. Yes, it does have traces of Euphoria in it but sounds different enough not to be suggested as bandwagon following. Margaret for this performance seems only to be joined on stage by a drummer, however heavy backing vocals can be heard so she will have to be joined on stage by others at some point.

Margaret look very striking on stage and have great presence. She does not dance but does do some very clever on the spot moving about, posing and armography. She is dressed in an extremely long, tight white gown and almost looks like a sexy version of a storm trooper. But this very striking image really fits the song.

The song is basically what "Euphoria" might have sounded like if Depeche Mode had written it for the Violator album with Robyn on guest vocals. It has a very dark feeling but the tune is very clear and repetitive. The lyrics are very mysterious, and quite violent at times, but it all works. Margaret also has a very individual voice. She, like the Danish entrant, seems to have a bit of a lisp, but Margret also has this Bjork-like squeakiness and pronunciation which makes it engaging.

This will go big in the hall - and that is not just because as a neighbouring country the hall will be full of Norwegians - because this is already turning into a fan favourite. This should be an easy qualifier and as it stands this is a very individual entry which will really stand out on the night. I wonder if the countries yet to select are watching closely...?

Artist - Margaret Berger
Song - I feed you my love
Music - Robin Lynch, Niklas Olovson, Karin Park
Lyrics - Robin Lynch, Niklas Olovson, Karin Park

 

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