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Australia 2015: what to expect?

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – After the shock (a positive one) of the announcement of Australia’s participation to the Jubilee contest, the very first question that came to our minds was: who will be sent by SBS? Let’s keep in mind that the Aussie participation will be a one shot (unless they win) and that after a three-year long lobbying campaign, Australia cannot afford a shameful result in Vienna. The broadcaster has several options.

They can decide to choose one of their local stars who already has international recognition. Kylie Minogue is the first name we can think about, and a petition is already online to encourage the pop diva to take the stage.

Other names which are mentioned are Tina Arena, Daren Hayes (Savage Garden), Sia… Those are already famous in Europe and could do very well for sure.

Just like they did last year with Jessica Mauboy, SBS could decide to send a local star that is yet to conquer the international stage. One of the names that are often mentioned is Dami Im. After her victory in “The X Factor 2013”, the Korea-born singer has been incredibly successful Down-Under. She has sold thousands of albums (three albums to date) and won several prestigious national and international awards. Moreover, she has already represented Australia in the ABU Song Festival 2014 in Macao.

Her biggest it was “Alive” that reached number 1 in Australia and number 28 in Korea!. In a recent tweet, the singer has referred to Eurovision, not ruling out a possible participation…

“I just wanted to tell you something. Recently so MANY of you have been asking and wanting me to be on Eurovision and I’ve noticed the enormous effort you were all making to push for that opportunity for me.. I don’t know who is going to represent Australia in Eurovision this year but for me it doesn’t matter anymore! You know why? Because seeing your belief and passion towards me as an artist has given me so much encouragement! It’s helped me to keep moving forward! Of course it would be amazing for whoever that gets to go, but for me no matter what happens I will keep developing as an artist. Sometimes as a normal human being I have my doubts too but realizing that I have people like you who support me no matter the outcome, I get up and start running again. I have an amazing song coming up soon and more exciting plans for this year.. and all I can say is thank you for trusting and showing me that continuous support and I will keep doing what God has blessed me with and make music for the rest of my life.. Thanks and love you all xx”

But anything is possible since SBS and Production Company Blink TV has decided to make an open call for potential entries. From February 16th to 20th. They have already announced on their Facebook page that in just 4 days they have been inundated with submissions from celebs as well as newcomers. No name was disclosed and an announced is expected in a week time.


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32 comments

  1. Dami im is the best choice, fresh, wonderful talent with Amazing Vocals, and so Gorgeous, there is no one else that should represent Australia Multi culturism.

  2. Dami Im is the obvious choice to represent this great Southern Land in Eurovision 2015 in Vienna!!

  5. Dami Im! She’s so versatile, talented, entertaining, down-to-earth and has a huge range! She’s the Voice!

  6. Dami Im is a very talented singer and song writer. As Danni said, “The moment she starts to sing she will hold you captive till the end”. This is how good she is and I believe she will capture the hearts of Europe just like she did in Australia. Dami should represent Australia.

  8. Dami Im is the best female vocalist to represent Australia at Eurovision! Her grace and poise combined with her mesmerizing and captivating voice would completely enchant and awe the audiences of Eurovision. Dami Im should be Australia’s representative!

  9. Dami should represent Australia for Eurovision 2015. she has a beautiful, powerful voice and she can sing various type of songs. She is also an ambassador for multicultural in Australia. Her performance has won hearts of many people from various background. I truly believe she should be given this opportunity and she will make Australia proud.

  10. Dami im must be chosen to represent Australia. Dami Im has a magnificent voice that transends all boundaries , she appeals to young and old with her powerful vocals and incredible range. Her personaility is second to none and would make such a graet ambassador for multicultrual Australia.

  11. Dami im must be chosen to represent Australia, she is a fresh new Talent with incredible vocals and a Beautiful girl inside and out, no one would give there all but Dami im.

  12. Being an unbiased Kiwi & only discovered Dami Im by accident on YT but was instantly hooked by her 1st Live Show performance & watched the rest of the season online just to see her performances as the show wasn’t aired here in NZ,I believe she is the best candidate for this contest.

  13. Dami Im has the musical abilities, the stage presence to stand proud on the Eurovision stage and do Australia proud. Her amazing vocal and humble personality will win over the fans once they hear her sings. The choice is clear, Dami should be the artist to represent Australia in ESC 2015.

  14. This is a good opportunity for Australia to compete & will try to win the Eurovision 2015. This is only going to happen if you will send someone who will be the best among the Best & pls dont look farther for the right person …SEND DAMI IM. She has been incredible successful in Australia & has received Multi awards. Regarding for recogition,Dami Im has been represented Australia In ABU Song Festival ( massive success)and She has been invited by Australian Embassy to do such amazing performanced to celebrate the Australia Day Internationally

  15. dami would be the best choice for Australia I think… Australia must give her the chance to get exposure to European audiences. one of the most hardworking, inspiring and talented women I’ve had the pleasure to hear and see on television and the radio is dami im

  18. Without a doubt, Dami Im should represent Australia at Eurovision 2015! With her beautiful and powerful voice, wonderful stage presence and endearing personality, she could wow any audience, on any stage, anywhere in the world!!

  19. why send Dami Eurovision Song Contest? Just hear her sing in my opinion has great potential and it is only then, in Australia when he won the edition of X Factor beating concurrency won all twelve episodes (I think it never happened for a transmission singing around the world) ilconsenso achieved was huge and I think Dami can have the same result by participating in Eurovision

  20. For a song of 3 minutes LIVE, to represent Australia, in an International Competition, there is only ONE name that stands out DAMI IM. Proven as a competitor under pressure (11 standing ovations in 14 songs, through her X Factor Journey) The most powerful voice in Australia (X Factor 2013, Xmas Carols 2013 & 2014, StartKing) Plus the “Success Story” of Multiculturalism in Australia. Are facts that will be impossible to ignore.

  21. Don’t think you will find a better (and available) voice to represent AU ine Eurovision 2015 than Dami Im. This lady certainly has the WoW-Factor and can tear down the house. Dami can bring it home!! #DamiIm for #SBSAustralia #Eurovision2015

  22. For Australia’s sake and for the Eurovision audience sake, I hope the selectors choose Dami Im. Hearing this angel sing is an experience everyone should have have at least once in their live. Her powerful vocals, together with her humble and endearing personality wins the audience wherever she performs. Dami hold the record for the most standing ovations on any talent show and really is the most awesome singer the world has yet to discover ♥

  23. I hope Dami Im gets chosen to represent Australia. Perfect pitch, powerful voice, great stage presence, wears any stage costume with flair and performs with exuberance. Audience will be captivated for sure.

  24. I want Dami Im to represent Australia at Eurovision 2015. Dami has the training (Masters Degree) and vocal range and ability to represent Australia in an epic way. I believe that Dami will highlight the multicultural successes of Australia and the audience will find this unique, interesting, and memorable. Dami also represents the best virtues of Australians through her appealing personality and her charitable commitments. She is an Ideal and proven ambassador of Arts and Culture, and always delivers.

  25. For Australia to have any chance at all on the World Stage of the Eurovision Song Contest there can only be one logical choice, Dami Im. She has the most wonderful pure strong voice that can reach and move an audience of any age or nationality like no other. She is Australia’s own Super Star.

  27. I’m strongly biased towards Dami, and personally I think she is the best choice… if she doesn’t get this opportunity… at least Dami’s name has been put out their in a positive way by a lot of passionate fans.

  28. I would love to see Dami Im represent Australia. Her powerful vocals, impressive stage presence and beautiful personality would leave a lasting positive impression on the viewers, There is a long list of credentials and qualities that Dami has to offer… She could win this contest and would definitely make Australia proud no matter what.

  32. Sia should definitely sing for Australia! She has a really good voice :)

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