Scotland and the Eurovision Song Contest
From Lulu to Daði Freyr and star of 'The Red Shoes'
Scotland is no stranger when it comes to the Eurovision Song Contest. Over the years, the country has been involved at the forefront and behind the scenes of the competition.
In 1966, Lulu became the first Scottish artist to represent the UK at Eurovision. She performed the song 'Puppet on a String' and finished in 6th place.
In 1972, the Eurovision Song Contest was held in Edinburgh. The UK was represented by The New Seekers, who performed the song 'Beg, Steal or Borrow'. The song finished in 2nd place.
In recent years, Scotland has continued to be involved in Eurovision. In 2020, the country was due to be represented by the band The Bleachers. However, the contest was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In 2021, Scotland was represented by the singer James Newman. He performed the song 'Embers' and finished in last place.
Despite not having won the Eurovision Song Contest, Scotland has made a significant contribution to the competition. The country has provided some of the most memorable moments in Eurovision history, and it is sure to continue to play a role in the contest for many years to come.
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