Comments on: Azerbaijan: Eurovision Debut Reaction

By: Sirusho

Sirusho — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:33:32 +0000

Performance of the Azerbaijanis was very beautiful.
it charmed me.I love Elnur ve Samiry much.

By: Ibrahim

Ibrahim — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:46:57 +0000

I liked Azrbaijan. It was great. Viva Azerbaijan!

By: BB

BB — Sat, 24 May 2008 09:59:58 +0000

why is everyone commenting so harshly?? its just a show.. and to add to that i think they did an amazing job! talented and entertaining!!

By: Onnik Krikorian

Onnik Krikorian — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:58:32 +0000

Well, I suppose it could be argued that “Christian Satan” sings Mugham as he transforms into a “Moslem Angel.” However, I’m not even going to bother to look into any symbolism to be honest because a) if it’s there it’s subjective and debatable and b) it’s Eurovision so if it is or if it isn’t, nobody watching the show other than the Shushi charity will even care or actually think so deeply anyway.

For me it’s just a great show of theatrics and I’m not even going to get bothered if people start questioning who the Georgian entry is directed against. ;-)

It’s Eurovision! It can only be taken less than seriously although I personally think the Azeri act is cool if totally over-the-top. As some are now saying, that’s what Eurovision should be all about.

By: Caspian

Caspian — Fri, 23 May 2008 09:47:16 +0000

Yes, I do not expect these 2 countries score each other high. It is the sad reality of our recent history, and unfortunately politics play an important role in voting. However, this AZG “news” is by far the most ridiculous comment I heard from any nationalist on either side.

By: Onnik Krikorian

Onnik Krikorian — Fri, 23 May 2008 07:15:48 +0000

I think it’s unfortunate and yes, stupid. However, I suppose it is to be expected — nationalists (and probably in both countries) objecting to the “other side.” Regardless, I think it’s ridiculous that Azg gave exposure to this seemingly small protest, but I suppose that’s their right.

Unfortunately, I suspect that voting by both Armenia and Azerbaijan will be political in the final although I suppose every country does that, but anyway. Still, I can but hope things will be different but I doubt it. Ironically, Turkey gave full marks to Armenia last year but I’m wondering if both Armenia and Azerbaijan will score each other low in this year’s final.

If so, it won’t be the music that plays the determining factor.

By: Azeri

Azeri — Fri, 23 May 2008 06:47:27 +0000

I also think that it is stupid. How can Satan represent Christians if he sings national Mugham?

By: Elle

Elle — Fri, 23 May 2008 06:45:40 +0000

I just don’t understand why the whole of Armenia lost their sleep since Azerbaijan joined the Eurovision contest?! look like hopelessly bored to me.

By: Caspian

Caspian — Fri, 23 May 2008 05:08:00 +0000

Have you read this:

http://www.azg.am/EN/2008052305

Isn’t this stupid? What do you think?