Eurovision 2015: Australian fans unhappy with 'dull and safe' contestant Guy Sebastian
'I wanted a camp power diva', said one Aussie Eurovision fan
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Former Australian Idol winner Guy Sebastian has been chosen to represent Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest in May.
The singer was announced as Australia’s first Eurovision contestant in a ceremony at the Sydney Opera House, but not all Australians are entirely happy with the decision.
Music fans down under have called Sebastian a “dull, safe choice” and have voiced their dissatisfaction with their country’s choice of contestant:
Some were equally confused about Australia taking part in Eurovision:
Australia has been invited to take part in this year’s Eurovision for the first time to mark the competition’s 60th anniversary.
The Australian public will be allowed to vote in both the semi-finals and grand final, along with the other 39 participating countries from Europe.
Sebastian won the first ever Australian Idol in 2003 and has since had eight top ten albums and two number one singles.
He has a fair few fans who are looking forward to him winning "douze points" for Australia in May:
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments