my top 7 so far: 1. Netherlands (the best so far) 2. France (fairly-balanced song that everyone can enjoy; a bit disco in the instrumentation) 3. Spain (reminds me of Meghan Trainor combined with several soft-rock sounds) 4. Germany (appreciating the simultaneous singing and usage of sign language) 5. Ukraine (catchy chorus, but "awkward" bridge) 6. Poland (some memorable parts, especially the "UUUU UUUU" part; but the rest is a bit forgettable) 7. Albania (the most lackluster so far, but it could change in the revamp)
The standard of the JESC songs this year is insane, I genuinely like all of them so far. I have to keep reminding myself that these are kids - I already know that The Netherlands, France and Spain are going to be high on my Spotify stats this year, I’m a bit obsessed with all three. Excited to see what the UK produces too (if they happened to send a boy, they would probably stand out a lottt in this line up).
Yeah Shane, the quality level of the songs is very high this year ....and we still wait for Malta, Estonia, UK, Germany (full version), Armenia, Georgia, Portugal, Ireland, North-Macedonia and Italy.
The backing voice is hers in bass she is 13 and has that powerful voice and singing live outside pyramida building build during the communist era and just got remodeled. It’s difficult to sing for a kid. Yes might sound a little adult but so was Armenia two years go. She will revamp it and I heard she might not be alone on stage. She will do great and will reach the top. But honestly whatever Albania sends junior or adult Eurovision westerns will have comments. By the way it’s good to see you here Shane I was waiting for your comments so I appreciate your support. France and Albania are my favorite so far. To have quality doesn’t mean to be bop
I agree, I don't understand why this fandom doesn't really like the albanian song, I love it, it's among my favs of this year so far. Sure it's not really kid friendly but still I can't help but like this. This fandom will again be surprised by the results this year...nobody saw Azerbaïdjan coming top 5 in 2021, I can see the same here. It's a very nice song, well produced and sung perfectly, jurors will love it.
oj Shane, Freya was 5! 1.Germany UwU ( full version 13 october) 2. Netherlands I love their harmonie 3. Spain very pleasant (sweet and joy), me gusta 4. France I haven mixed feelings 5. Poland boring, but duo woukd save 6. Albania beautiful voice 7. Ukraine too repetive, I hope they add more folk singing
Omg of course Freya was 5th...oooooops haha! Oh you have Germany top???? Interesting! I can't wait to hear the full version! So your still routing for a duo for Poland? ❤️
How'd I just see this video now 😲, RUclips notifcations didn't notify me of this one ( I was watching the Ireland and Scotland rugby match so perhaps thats how 😂) In terms of these songs, some notes: Albania: I love this so far and I think it has potential to be even better with a revamp. I dont know if Albania is as inclined to revamp for jesc as esc but I think it needs it, just to be more impactful. Ive seen some comparisons for this song to other songs like Rihanna love on the brain, which after listening to them are quite valid ngl 🥴. I do tend to like jazzy and dramatic songs so this is prob up there in terms of Albanian jesc entries for me. Agree on this song being perhaps too mature to be fully appreciated, I think jurors may reward it somewhat, the online vote less so. Ukraine: Admittedly, there were one or two other songs in this nf that I preferred (studio version), however visually I think this is doing whay it needs to do and it embodies the jesc spirit, sonically its not as much for me as Albania is but its great for jesc and is very likeable. Fully agree with the Luna comment. France: This song strikes the balance of appealing to older and younger audiences as it has a youthful feel whilst feeling somewhat mature still. Also, love requiem, can def hear the similarities vocally in the opening part. This song has grown on me, I was a tad lukewarm on it initially but I do like it now. This could easily be top 3 of the jury.Also I believe Zoe, like all the other French jesc participants was on the voice kids so she's both able to sing live and should be comfortable with being on stage. Spain: When I heard she was announced and some clips of her performances (I'm guessing on the voice) were going around, I was hoping Spain would do a ballad because this singer is more than capable of delivering it. I concur with your comments, this song is fun, it sounds like it'd be in a teen summer movie and Its an earworm. In terms of all the released songs (and Portugal is releasing their song tomorrow 🥳) I like all of the songs so far, some I really love like Albania and the Netherlands, others I quite like like Spain and France and then although Ukraine's song is not as much my cuppa tea , its still a very competent effort. This year looks like it'll be strong. In terms of my top 1. The Netherlands 2. Albania 3. Spain 4. France (pretty much neck in neck with Spain ngl) 5. Germany (already like it, especially with the sign language, looking forward to hearing the full version) 6. Poland (we know Poland will prob revamp and I think that'll elevate it for me) 7. Ukraine (in saying that, I do quite like my top 6 and Ukraine's still decent)
You said so yourself, is Albania's song for JESC? Well, personally no. I think that's the reason why it's not so much popular despite being a good song and her having a great voice. France does always great in JESC, my fav so far this year!
I mean I am looking at these songs through the lense of an adult and I really like Albania! Georgia last year was more serious and did ok...but the production was high quality...so I am looking forward to the revamp of this one! ❤️
@@ShanesEurovisionReview That's totally right, Georgia last year was great, my winner actually. I guess is inevitable seeing tiem from an adult perspective. But still I feel like something's off when I see a child singing an adult-y song, I don't know🤣🤣
What are your thoughts? Which is your favourite from these four songs? Who is your favourite so far? Let me know in the comments below 👇 ⬇
my top 7 so far:
1. Netherlands (the best so far)
2. France (fairly-balanced song that everyone can enjoy; a bit disco in the instrumentation)
3. Spain (reminds me of Meghan Trainor combined with several soft-rock sounds)
4. Germany (appreciating the simultaneous singing and usage of sign language)
5. Ukraine (catchy chorus, but "awkward" bridge)
6. Poland (some memorable parts, especially the "UUUU UUUU" part; but the rest is a bit forgettable)
7. Albania (the most lackluster so far, but it could change in the revamp)
100 % agree with you my friend
The standard of the JESC songs this year is insane, I genuinely like all of them so far. I have to keep reminding myself that these are kids - I already know that The Netherlands, France and Spain are going to be high on my Spotify stats this year, I’m a bit obsessed with all three. Excited to see what the UK produces too (if they happened to send a boy, they would probably stand out a lottt in this line up).
Yeah....lack of male vocals is interesting one. Can't wait to see what UK decides to send 😊
The song from Albania is a combination of Christina Aguilera "Hurt" ......and the song "Creep" by Radiohead (in my opinion).
Me recuerda mucho a creep
❤ LOVE Spain 🎉🎉
Thank you so much from France 🇫🇷❤
Thank YOU for sending it 😁
I saw a video of Sandra singing live and she has some vocals 💖
Zoé is realky but really going viral on Tiktok and youtube with her cover of Tattoo 🤯
Spain❤
I love Viola's voice, Anastasia and her song are cuteness overload, Zoé's and Sandra's songs are just fun, fun, fun 😊
Yeah Shane, the quality level of the songs is very high this year ....and we still wait for Malta, Estonia, UK, Germany (full version), Armenia, Georgia, Portugal, Ireland, North-Macedonia and Italy.
Some great countries to still look forward to 😊
As always, I love how you react with well spoken and honest but elegant critique. The Netherlands are still my favourites.
Awwww your always so lovely 😍
Thank you 😁
Omg I thought I was the only one who loved Albania
There's more of us out there haha 😁
France is very good
We all know that Albania is the "MASTER OF REVAMPING" - so the song will be better in the final version.
The backing voice is hers in bass she is 13 and has that powerful voice and singing live outside pyramida building build during the communist era and just got remodeled. It’s difficult to sing for a kid. Yes might sound a little adult but so was Armenia two years go. She will revamp it and I heard she might not be alone on stage. She will do great and will reach the top. But honestly whatever Albania sends junior or adult Eurovision westerns will have comments. By the way it’s good to see you here Shane I was waiting for your comments so I appreciate your support. France and Albania are my favorite so far. To have quality doesn’t mean to be bop
Looking forward to the revamp/official audio of this one.
Thanks for all this contextual information Zana 💜
@@ShanesEurovisionReview you are welcome 💜
Westerner here 🙋♂️ and I love the albanian song a lot.
@@vicsymons1570 thank you so much
@@zanabanci1943 😘
I agree, I don't understand why this fandom doesn't really like the albanian song, I love it, it's among my favs of this year so far. Sure it's not really kid friendly but still I can't help but like this. This fandom will again be surprised by the results this year...nobody saw Azerbaïdjan coming top 5 in 2021, I can see the same here. It's a very nice song, well produced and sung perfectly, jurors will love it.
You would hope this does well...because from my ears this is a great package (that's even before the revamp)! ❤️
@@ShanesEurovisionReview I can't agree more 💛
oj Shane, Freya was 5!
1.Germany UwU ( full version 13 october)
2. Netherlands I love their harmonie
3. Spain very pleasant (sweet and joy), me gusta
4. France I haven mixed feelings
5. Poland boring, but duo woukd save
6. Albania beautiful voice
7. Ukraine too repetive, I hope they add more folk singing
Omg of course Freya was 5th...oooooops haha! Oh you have Germany top???? Interesting! I can't wait to hear the full version!
So your still routing for a duo for Poland? ❤️
@@ShanesEurovisionReview, 😂 yeah, the first german proposal that I like. Let me remind you that last year Portugal was fav 🥰😂
@@agnieszkakozowska4171 AH! Thanks for reminding me...this is "need to know" information for opinions moving forward 😀
@@ShanesEurovisionReview, Pfff, our tastes are different.
Omg! I said exactly the same thing about Viola's voice (Albania)! The way she sings must be influenced by Christina Aquilera !!
Great minds think alike Kostis ❤️💜
@@ShanesEurovisionReview 🥰
How'd I just see this video now 😲, RUclips notifcations didn't notify me of this one ( I was watching the Ireland and Scotland rugby match so perhaps thats how 😂)
In terms of these songs, some notes:
Albania: I love this so far and I think it has potential to be even better with a revamp. I dont know if Albania is as inclined to revamp for jesc as esc but I think it needs it, just to be more impactful. Ive seen some comparisons for this song to other songs like Rihanna love on the brain, which after listening to them are quite valid ngl 🥴. I do tend to like jazzy and dramatic songs so this is prob up there in terms of Albanian jesc entries for me.
Agree on this song being perhaps too mature to be fully appreciated, I think jurors may reward it somewhat, the online vote less so.
Ukraine: Admittedly, there were one or two other songs in this nf that I preferred (studio version), however visually I think this is doing whay it needs to do and it embodies the jesc spirit, sonically its not as much for me as Albania is but its great for jesc and is very likeable. Fully agree with the Luna comment.
France: This song strikes the balance of appealing to older and younger audiences as it has a youthful feel whilst feeling somewhat mature still. Also, love requiem, can def hear the similarities vocally in the opening part. This song has grown on me, I was a tad lukewarm on it initially but I do like it now. This could easily be top 3 of the jury.Also I believe Zoe, like all the other French jesc participants was on the voice kids so she's both able to sing live and should be comfortable with being on stage.
Spain: When I heard she was announced and some clips of her performances (I'm guessing on the voice) were going around, I was hoping Spain would do a ballad because this singer is more than capable of delivering it. I concur with your comments, this song is fun, it sounds like it'd be in a teen summer movie and Its an earworm.
In terms of all the released songs (and Portugal is releasing their song tomorrow 🥳) I like all of the songs so far, some I really love like Albania and the Netherlands, others I quite like like Spain and France and then although Ukraine's song is not as much my cuppa tea , its still a very competent effort.
This year looks like it'll be strong.
In terms of my top
1. The Netherlands
2. Albania
3. Spain
4. France (pretty much neck in neck with Spain ngl)
5. Germany (already like it, especially with the sign language, looking forward to hearing the full version)
6. Poland (we know Poland will prob revamp and I think that'll elevate it for me)
7. Ukraine
(in saying that, I do quite like my top 6 and Ukraine's still decent)
Bitte REACTION ARMENI
France is a JESC 2023 winner ❤
You said so yourself, is Albania's song for JESC? Well, personally no. I think that's the reason why it's not so much popular despite being a good song and her having a great voice. France does always great in JESC, my fav so far this year!
I mean I am looking at these songs through the lense of an adult and I really like Albania! Georgia last year was more serious and did ok...but the production was high quality...so I am looking forward to the revamp of this one! ❤️
@@ShanesEurovisionReview That's totally right, Georgia last year was great, my winner actually. I guess is inevitable seeing tiem from an adult perspective. But still I feel like something's off when I see a child singing an adult-y song, I don't know🤣🤣
Was Armenia in 2021 a Junior song all Junior fans said that but she was a winner