ESCXTRA are live from Lisbon for day 7 of rehearsals ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest 2018! The countries rehearsing today, in chronological order, are Russia, Moldova, The Netherlands, Australia, Georgia, Poland, Malta, Hungary, Latvia, Sweden, Montenegro, Slovenia and Ukraine.
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Furthermore, read our handy guide for a more detailed look at this contest’s rehearsal schedule.
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The latest artist to rehearse is AWS for Hungary. We have just watched their second run through of Viszlát Nyár live on screen and here is our initial reaction.
Staging
The staging has not changed that much since first rehearsals, only the cameras are more on point and the act flows better. A lot of use of pyros and fireworks through out the song with flames almost everywhere in the end. To remind you what was said about the staging it follows it here below.
The performance begins with quick camera shots consisting of each band member before switching to a wide shot of them rocking out before the vocals start. Once the vocals do begin, the camera focuses on the lead vocalist but we see one of the guitarists performing from the bridge. The lighting is blue for the verses, turning gold for each chorus with the addition of white strobe lighting.
For the second verse, the lead vocalists move onto the outer ring of the stage. The camera shots continue to switch between the outer ring and the band on the main stage. As the heavy metal middle 8 begins, the guitarist moves onto the outer ring before crowd surfing for a few seconds. The vocalist then runs back over to the main stage to conclude the performance.
Camera shots in this performance: 96
Vocals
The vocals fit this songs style but is not maybe everyone’s taste. In addtion they give a solid performance every time.
Costumes
They are keeping the same outfit from the first reahearsal. AWS’ lead singer takes to the stage barefooted, wearing a green jacket, maroon headband and a blue longline top with dark trousers. The band’s drummer is in a pale blue tank top. The rest of the band are in casual “indie-style” clothing ensembles.
To qualify or not to qualify?
We have taken a flash poll from around the ESCXTRA table here in the press centre and 8 out of 9 of us say…
Yes!
Watch the rehearsal!
Stay tuned for our reaction to Laura Rizzotto as they rehearse Funny Girl next for Latvia. If you want to know what to expect for the rest of the day, check out our rehearsal schedule here. Meanwhile, remember to tune in to our live stream from the press centre for instant reactions to each rehearsal.