Norway: The running order of the Second Semi-Final of the Melodi Grand Prix 2024!

The line-up of the artists for the second semi-final of the Melodi Grand Prix 2024 has just been announced! Norwegian public television, NRK, is organising Melodi Grand Prix in order to select the Norwegian entry fot the 68th Eurovision Song Contest.

Running Order

The six artists who will compete in the second semi-final of MGP 2024 will perform in the following order:

1. Farida – “Heartache”
2. Mileo – “You’re Mine”
3. ELI KRISTIN – “Touch of Venus”
4. Super Rob, Erika Norwich – “My AI”
5. Dag Erik Oksvold og Anne Fagermo – “Judge Tenderly of Me”
6. Gåte – “Ulveham”

Few words for the artists

1. Farida: “Heartache”

Farida is a familiar name for those who have followed the Norwegian music scene over the past seven years. Having opened for Dua Lipa, performed at the Øyafestivalen, appeared at Bylarm twice, won the “Role Model of the Year” award at the same festival, and showcased her talent at South By Southwest in Texas, Farida brings a wealth of experience.

2. Mileo: “You’re Mine”

Mileo is a Norwegian-Australian singer, songwriter, and producer. Growing up shuttling between Oslo and Sydney with his Norwegian father and Australian mother, Mileo learned about music through his schooling. Realizing early on that he needed to write and produce his own songs to express the music within, he brings a unique perspective to the stage.

3. Eli Kristin: “Touch of Venus”

ELI KRISTIN is a true opera diva. While she has been a permanent member of the opera for years, starring in the most famous productions, she has always dreamt of participating in MGP. Believing the door was closed when she stepped onto the grand opera stages, it’s now wide open to this wild music celebration.

4. Super Rob, Erika Norwich: “My AI”

Erika Norwich, a talented songwriter and artist from Trondheim, known for tracks like “Til Lillebror” and the EP “Fra hjertet til hodet og ut,” joins forces with Super Rob to create a feel-good anthem for the world.

5. Dag Erik Oksvold and Anne Fagermo: “Judge Tenderly of Me”

Finding musical harmony during “The Voice” last year, former competitors Dag Erik Oksvold and Anne Fagermo collaborate on “Judge Tenderly of Me.” The song has already received favorable reviews from Adresseavisen.

6. Gåte: “Ulveham”

Gåte made their breakthrough in the early 2000s, swiftly becoming a national treasure. Their unique blend of traditional Norwegian folk music and explosive rock catapulted them from practice rooms to large stages in record time.

Format

As a reminder, this year’s Melodi Grand Prix will take place with the same format as last year, as there will be no duels or second chance rounds. Three artists will qualify from each semi-final in which only the Norwegian TV audience will vote, while the final will for once again feature an international jury that will determine 40% of the result.

The songs will be published each Monday before the semi-final in which they are to compete. Melodi Grand Prix 2024 will take place at the Spectrum in Trondheim with Marion Ravn and Fredrik Solvang as hosts. The schedule is as follows:

• First Semi-Final: January 13th
• Second Semi-Final: January 20th
• Third Semi-Final: January 27th
• Grand Final: February 3rd

The previous MGP winner and Norway’s representative at Eurovision 2023 was Alessandra with her song “Queen of Kings” and finished 5th in the Grand Final, continuing the country’s qualification streak for the sixth year.

Source: NRK

Stay tuned to witness the captivating performances as these artists vie for a coveted spot in the Melodi Grand Prix final!