The ABU, the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union, has decided against converting the ABU Song Festival into a Song Contest. The ABU first considered holding a Song Contest in 2019, in Qingdao, China. Following the Coronavirus pandemic in 2020, it was placed on hold again and has never taken place. […]
The inaugural ABU Song Contest was due to take place in Qingdao, China, in 2019 – before been delayed to last year and then again to this year. The Coronavirus pandemic is now been monitored to see whether or not the Contest can take place in 2021. Mr […]
As things stand at present, we are unlikely to be seeing a Song Contest in Asia anytime soon. Eurovoix World have discovered that the ABU Song Contest has not only been dropped from the ABU calendar of events for next year, but the event page has also been […]
Just like the Eurovision Asia Song Contest – which has been delayed indefinitely, the ABU Song Contest has now been delayed. Originally due to take place on 17th and 19th October this year, the dates have now been moved to 16th and 18th April 2020. The Contest will […]
The ABU member broadcaster from Vanuatu, VBTC, has revealed to Eurovoix World, that they will be participating at the inaugural ABU Song Contest this year. While the broadcaster hasn’t revealed any national selection details, they are already on the search for their artist/s. This could suggest an internal […]
Vietnam have confirmed their participation at the inaugural ABU Song Contest next year with details of their National Final – Sao Mai. Auditions for participants hoping to represent their nation will be held throughout January, all over Vietnam. The 15 chosen finalists will take to the stage during […]
The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union have set a date for the inaugural ABU Song Contest. The Contest will take place in Qingdao, China, between 16-20 October – with CCTV as host broadcaster. The Contest has become a reality after discussions at the ABU General Assembly in Turkmenistan. This will […]