Author Topic: Eurovision 2023 - Bienvenue a Liverpool! (Read 22619 times)

Kashinoda · « **Reply #120 on:** May 16, 2022, 02:20:34 pm »

Bit of scandal:
https://www.reddit.com/r/eurovision/comments/uq9n1e/what_we_know_about_the_6_countries_whose_jury/

Riquende · « **Reply #121 on:** June 17, 2022, 11:41:49 am »

Well, order some little flags and get on the ticket hotllne then:

https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/jun/17/uk-is-asked-to-host-eurovision-in-2023-after-ukraine-ruled-out

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UK asked to host Eurovision in 2023 after Ukraine ruled out
Organisers decide with ‘deep regret’ Ukraine is not capable of staging song contest, so Britain could step in

gazzalfc · « **Reply #122 on:** July 25, 2022, 12:57:48 pm »

Made official

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62292162

Now it's up to the cities to put forward their proposals.

Chippy tits would have been like a Joe Anderson in Gravy had he still been in office and had a chance at putting Liverpool forward for it.

Unfortunately it also seems like it will be made political with outgoing PM and lapdog Nadine Dorries already voicing support so expect a 'levelling up' city to get it.

LovelyCushionedHeader · « **Reply #123 on:** July 25, 2022, 05:28:59 pm »

Quote from: gazzalfc on July 25, 2022, 12:57:48 pm

Chippy tits would have been like a Joe Anderson in Gravy had he still been in office and had a chance at putting Liverpool forward for it.

Probably would have tried to fund and build a new stadium for it. Maybe on the docks or something.

John C · « **Reply #124 on:** August 9, 2022, 09:07:44 pm »

Newcastle or Manchester will get it, despite Liverpool pursuing an interest we can't afford it unless all costs are covered somehow.

gazzalfc · « **Reply #125 on:** August 9, 2022, 10:28:11 pm »

Quote from: John C on August 9, 2022, 09:07:44 pm

Newcastle or Manchester will get it, despite Liverpool pursuing an interest we can't afford it unless all costs are covered somehow.

If the BBC are hosting then it will defo be Manchester. All their staff being there etc

Airport link is far stronger and the MEN arena is far better equipped than the echo to host.

Elzar · « **Reply #126 on:** August 9, 2022, 10:32:16 pm »

Quote from: gazzalfc on August 9, 2022, 10:28:11 pm

If the BBC are hosting then it will defo be Manchester. All their staff being there etc

Airport link is far stronger and the MEN arena is far better equipped than the echo to host.

Well everyone coming into Liverpool airport could always walk to South parkway and get a train if they are running. Lazy bastards.

Elmo! · « **Reply #127 on:** August 9, 2022, 10:41:46 pm »

Quote from: gazzalfc on August 9, 2022, 10:28:11 pm

If the BBC are hosting then it will defo be Manchester. All their staff being there etc

Airport link is far stronger and the MEN arena is far better equipped than the echo to host.

BBC Scotland's studio is directly across the river from the Hydro and SECC in Glasgow... not quite the same as Manchester but not far off, and the Hydro is brand spanking new and probably the best equipped venue.

Also the government would love to have a huge event in Scotland where they can plaster the place in Union Jacks.....

Aberdeeb are bidding too in a desperate attempt to find a use for our brand new oversized arena but will never get it.

thejbs · « **Reply #128 on:** August 9, 2022, 10:49:37 pm »

Could put it on an island that has a more renown in the world of Eurovision*

Belfast is ready and waiting...

*including a Derry man penning one of the UK winners.

gazzalfc · « **Reply #129 on:** August 12, 2022, 10:16:25 am »

Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield have made the shortlist.

Manchester is probably the favourite

Manchester (home of the BBC now, good airport links, MEN arena more than capable)
Glasgow (COP 23 went well)

Then the rest in any order.

Liverpool wont win this unless Andy Burnham pulls Manchester out for lack of funding and the BBC doesn't want it in Scotland.

Gerry Attrick · « **Reply #130 on:** August 12, 2022, 10:58:04 am »

Sheffield has no chance because it’s one of the most depressing cities in England. Even the concrete looks bored. Birmingham just had the Commonwealth games, so won’t get another big event.

My guess is Manchester. Liverpool would be good but just don’t see it happening.

Hedley Lamarr · « **Reply #131 on:** August 12, 2022, 11:08:21 am »

Not overly surprising Bristol never made the shortlist seeing as we’d have nowhere to host it. Our genius of Mayor was intending to build a venue from scratch, despite scrapping two previous venues.

I think Liverpool have a great chance what with The Beatles and everything, I can imagine a French band dressed up as Sgt Pepper as I type.

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #132 on:** August 12, 2022, 11:18:11 am »

Quote from: Hedley Lamarr on August 12, 2022, 11:08:21 am

Not overly surprising Bristol never made the shortlist seeing as we’d have nowhere to host it. Our genius of Mayor was intending to build a venue from scratch, despite scrapping two previous venues.

I think Liverpool have a great chance what with The Beatles and everything, I can imagine a French band dressed up as Sgt Pepper as I type.

Host it on the Thekla.

Hedley Lamarr · « **Reply #133 on:** August 12, 2022, 11:22:16 am »

And whoever finishes last has to walk the plank.

John C · « **Reply #134 on:** August 17, 2022, 07:48:41 pm »

Liverpool will be taking its bid seriously, I'm starting to fancy our chances now.
Check your diary if you have any gigs planned in the Arena for when the Euro is scheduled, the gig will have to be cancelled.

Rhi · « **Reply #135 on:** August 18, 2022, 09:56:53 pm »

Quote from: John C on August 17, 2022, 07:48:41 pm

Liverpool will be taking its bid seriously, I'm starting to fancy our chances now.
Check your diary if you have any gigs planned in the Arena for when the Euro is scheduled, the gig will have to be cancelled.

Would be brilliant for the city, I reckon. No better place for it. Might have to book a cancellable hotel in the city every one of the possible weekends

PaulF · « **Reply #136 on:** August 19, 2022, 01:12:14 pm »

Quote from: Elmo! on August 9, 2022, 10:41:46 pm

BBC Scotland's studio is directly across the river from the Hydro and SECC in Glasgow... not quite the same as Manchester but not far off, and the Hydro is brand spanking new and probably the best equipped venue.

Also the government would love to have a huge event in Scotland where they can plaster the place in Union Jacks.....

Aberdeeb are bidding too in a desperate attempt to find a use for our brand new oversized arena but will never get it.

Is that the PJ thing by the airport?
Always think PJ and Duncan \ Ant and Dec when I see ads for that. My brain is wired badly.

Ray K · « **Reply #137 on:** September 27, 2022, 02:38:06 pm »

It's either Liverpool or Glasgow

@scottygb
BBC: "Further discussions will now take place with officials from Glasgow and Liverpool and a final decision will be made within weeks."

BBC and EBU will make final decision together.

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #138 on:** September 27, 2022, 02:46:14 pm »

Quote from: Ray K on September 27, 2022, 02:38:06 pm

It's either Liverpool or Glasgow

@scottygb
BBC: "Further discussions will now take place with officials from Glasgow and Liverpool and a final decision will be made within weeks."

BBC and EBU will make final decision together.

Delicious fine either way from the Monarchists.

disgraced cake · « **Reply #139 on:** September 27, 2022, 02:47:04 pm »

Winner of the two legs of the Liverpool/Rangers game gets it.

Stockholm Syndrome · « **Reply #140 on:** September 27, 2022, 03:41:14 pm »

I would hope we get it. Am I right in seeing Glasgow is favorite but I think it would be great if we get it (even if I am not the biggest fan of the event myself)

gazzalfc · « **Reply #141 on:** September 27, 2022, 03:55:43 pm »

Really shocked Liverpool made the final 2.

Glasgow has to be the favourite at this point though it would be absolutely huge for the city if Liverpool got it. It's been a while since Liverpool hosted something of cultural significance (probably the giants)

I just want Liverpool to get just to think how disappointed Chippy tits would be that he's not in charge any more

tubby · « **Reply #142 on:** September 30, 2022, 01:54:41 pm »

Think Klopp just accidentally called Eurovision 'perverse'.

Stockholm Syndrome · « **Reply #143 on:** October 7, 2022, 05:41:16 pm »

Going to be announced tonight at 19:00 on the one show

Some people think it's been leaked as Glasgow due to Olly Murs tour dates being in the M&S Arena in May (same month as Eurovision), and you need 6 weeks clear for Eurovision

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #144 on:** October 7, 2022, 06:08:26 pm »

Quote from: Stockholm Syndrome on October 7, 2022, 05:41:16 pm

Going to be announced tonight at 19:00 on the one show

Some people think it's been leaked as Glasgow due to Olly Murs tour dates being in the M&S Arena in May (same month as Eurovision), and you need 6 weeks clear for Eurovision

Maybe they’re going to use his giant forehead to beam the scoreboard on.

liverbloke · « **Reply #145 on:** October 7, 2022, 06:32:30 pm »

i just hope the terrible news lately of the 2 shootings - especially the one of olivia - has not put the judges off

we need this event more than ever - seriously, with all the shit the media talk about our city we need some, though trivial and transient, good news for a change

liverbloke · « **Reply #146 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:18:31 pm »

time to break out the ol' gold lame shirt - well it's the girlfriend's blouse but who cares

Fabulous_aurelio · « **Reply #147 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:20:46 pm »

Brilliant news. Well done Liverpool!

jillcwhomever · « **Reply #148 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:21:28 pm »

That is great news.

sinnermichael · « **Reply #149 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:22:36 pm »

Town will be quiet that night.

kellan · « **Reply #150 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:23:31 pm »

I didn't want to say in case I jinxed it but I've spent the day hoping that Ollie Murs thing was a misdirect with his tour dates having been lined up prior to the Eurovision development and his Liverpool show would end up being moved if needed. Presumably that will be the case. Either way, I'm happier at this news than I thought I would be.

Fazak_Red · « **Reply #151 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:24:55 pm »

Great news that. Didn’t expect us to get it.

Wabaloolah · « **Reply #152 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:24:58 pm »

Fantastic stuff, I normally just watch the results but Imight watch the whole thing now

Ray K · « **Reply #153 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:26:30 pm »

6 European Cups and 1 Eurovision, doo dah, doo dah etc.

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #154 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:26:45 pm »

Haha nice one. Will piss off plenty and be great for the city.

sheepfest · « **Reply #155 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:27:42 pm »

My spare room is suddenly already very popular!
Well done the bidding team.

AndyMuller · « **Reply #156 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:29:27 pm »

Boss that!

RedSince86 · « **Reply #157 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:34:33 pm »

Fantastic for the City of Liverpool.

Samie · « **Reply #158 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:37:07 pm »

Jurgen is going to be there I'll put money on it.

Musketeer Gripweed · « **Reply #159 on:** October 7, 2022, 07:40:31 pm »

There were loads of concerts going to be cancelled or rescheduled in Glasgow had they won this, as they wanted the site secure for about 8 weeks before it. Personally I'm quite happy it's not coming here, for the disruption alone. That COP26 thing was a bloody nightmare.