NRK, the Norweigian national broadcaster, have confirmed participation and Melodi Grand Prix – their national selection for the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest.

NRK have not only confirmed participation at the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, but they have also opened applications for Melodi Grand Prix 2027 – which will remain open until Monday 31st August. The Melodi Grand Prix 2027 rules are:

• Songs must be original. Any songs that have been generated by AI will be disqualified.
• Songs must not be longer than 3 minutes.
• Songs must not have been performed or released before Tuesday 1st September.
• Songs must have at least one Norwegian songwriter.
• Artists must be at least 18 years old by Saturday 1st May.
• All producers/songwriters may submit a maximum of three songs.

Tarjei Strøm, Musical Director for Melodi Grand Prix, had the following to say:

“We are looking for artists and songs with uniqueness, a clear identity and impact. A song that stands out from the very first listen, and that both the Norwegian audience and the rest of Europe will just want to hear over and over again.

We want artists who have something to say, who dare to be themselves and who are ready to throw themselves wholeheartedly into an adventure that can take them from the rehearsal room to the biggest stage in Europe.

Together with an incredibly dedicated MGP editorial team, we will create moments that bring together, engage and excite audiences both here at home and abroad in Europe.”

Mads Tørklep, Project Manager for Melodi Grand Prix, had the following to say:

“MGP continues to develop and we are working on several exciting new features that we look forward to sharing after the summer. The ambition is to create the strongest and most spectacular edition of Melodi Grand Prix to date.”

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovoix