Wales is a small nation that punches well above its weight in most things so we thought that we would add bits and pieces to Wales contribution and interest both in the Eurovision Song Contest and some the things that may be of interest to followers of The Eurovision Song Contest about Wales.
I've been around the block a few times now in terms of Eurovision and indeed the music of Wales and often pick up these strange little things.

What do you think of this . . striking resemblance in look, stature, style and quite posibly more between one of Wales finest ever rockers and super talented story telling songwriter Kelly Jones of the Stereophonics from Cwmamman in Wales and super talented top Turkish rocker Harun Tekin of Mor ve Otesi who represented their country in Belgrade 2008 finishing 7th with Deli, translated as 'Crazy'; pathing the way to a whole new Turkish rock expose on the Eurovision scene from the likes of maNGa and Yuksek Saddakat.

W12P Eurovision in Wales would like to share with the Eurovision Community an event that took place in W12P's home town of Swansea in South West Wales on 27 April 2013.

In the UK a blue plaque is a permanent sign installed in a public place to commemorate a link between that location and a famous person or event, serving as an historical marker.
Last Saturday the late Pete Ham (who would of celebrated hiss 66th birthday) was honoured with the installation of this tribute which now meets and greets passengers at Swansea's busy High Street train station.

Singles
1969: Maybe Tomorrow & Come and Get It 1970: No Matter What 1971: Day After Day Baby 1972: Baby Blue 1973: Apple of My Eye 1974: Love Is Easy & I Miss You 1979: Love Inside Your Love & Love Is Gonna Come At Last 1981: Hold On

Albums
As The Iveys: 1969: Maybe Tomorrow As Badfinger: 1970: Magic Christian & No Dice 1971: Straight Up 1973: Ass 1974: Badfinger & Wish You Were 1979: Airwaves 1981: Say No More 2000: Head First

Pete Ham was in born in Swansea in 1947 where he formed first The Iveys and later Badfinger.
Badfinger will probably be best known for their Hit Singles Come and Get It and No Matter What but it was their project work with The Beatles, George Harrison and Harry Nilson that particularly Pete Ham would also be remembered.
Pete passed away in 1975 and finally his memory has been honoured with this presentation, a tribute concert at Swansea Grand Theatre, A new stone at Morriston Cemetery and a CD.

Show Times
Due to our unexpectedly sharp increase in popularity in the USA, Canada and Latin America we have provided additional programming to accommodate all. The UK, Europe and Oceania will remain unaffected and you can still reach us via podcast at Radio International in the Netherlands

Thursday
8.00 p.m to 10.00 p.m GMT
9.00 p.m to 11.00 p.m CET
Saturday (repeat)
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5.00 p.m to 7.00 p.m GMT
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Denmark - Emellie De Forest - Only Tear Drops
Croatia - Klapas Mora - Mizerja
Ukraine - Zlata Ognevich - Gravity
The Netherlands - Anouk - Birds
Austria - Natalie Kelly - Shine

Slovenia - Hannah Mancini - Straight Into Love
Estonia - Birgit Oigemeel - Et Uss Sakks Alguse
Russia - Dina Garipova - What If
United Kingdom - Bonnie Tyler - Believe In Me
Italy - Marco Mengoni - Lessensiale

Azerbaijan - Nikkie & Ellie Running Scared
Our Mann In London - David Mann at the London Eurovision Party

Lithuania - Andrius Pojavis - Something
Andrius Pojavis and his amazing dancing eyebrows.
Serbia Moje 3 - Luv ja Svuda
Ireland Ryan Dolan Only Love Survives

Belarus - Alyona Lanskaya - Solayho
Cyprus - Despina Olympiu - An Me Thimasai
Montenegro - Who See - Igranka
Belgium Roberto Belarosa Love Kills
Moldova Aliona Moon O Mie
Sweden Robin Stjenberg You

Thanks for swinging by W12P kids. We've got monster plans ahead for the next two years so keep it here because wherever we go we want our Eurovision family to be.
With success comes opportunity so if you think that you have what it takes to join us at W12P (you don't have to be based in Wales) let me know about what you've got - Big Love and Good Luck x Joel

About  Moriska Paviljongen:   
Moriska Paviljongen is a 110 year old building centrally located in the middle of one of Malmö's many parks. In 2011 it was relaunched by Ozan Sunar, a Swedish cultural profile famous for reinventing Södra Teatern (Southern Theatre) in Stockholm. Today, Moriska Paviljongen has a reputation for hosting the best clubs, concerts and most creative people in the south of Sweden. With its large rooms and amazing interior it is the most popular place for clubs and cultural events in Malmö.

Moriska Paviljongen's spaces include:

• A bistro and bar with a stage for performances and an affordable Scandianvian food menu (capacity: 150)
• The Mirror Room, perfect for medium-­-sized clubs and concerts (capacity: 400)
• The Grand Room, for larger clubs, concerts and private events (capacity: 1000)
• The Outdoor Space, great for relaxing and taking in the cool Malmö nights.

Moriska Paviljongen has been working closely with OGAE International, Melodifestivalklubben Sweden and prominent English-­-language fan website 12points.tv to build a program that both diehard fans and the curious public will find interesting.

Contact:

Jill Ålander
Head of Marketing, Moriskan
+46 734 120 413 jill@moriskapaviljongen.se

Albin Balthasar
Creative Producer, Moriskan
+46 706 787 701 albin@moriskapaviljongen.se

Rick Jacobs
Producer, Euro Fan Café and Editor, 12points.tv
+46 721 821 650 rick@12points.tv

Pricing  Structure:  Everyone is welcome to Moriskan for the Euro Fan Café programming. Moriskan will sell a bracelet that will act as a pass to all Eurovision-related events in the building. The bracelets are available at Moriskan from 6 May and can be used until 18 May. The prices are as follows:

OGAE Members and accredited fan press access to ALL events:
150 SEK (17.50 EUR)
This bracelet also provides the wearer discounts to food and alcoholic drinks at Moriskan’s bar and bistro.

General Public, not accredited access to ALL events:
250 SEK (29.50 EUR)

It is also possible to buy tickets for single events, which range between 80 SEK - 250 SEK. ( 9 ­ 29.50 EUR)

Moriska Baviljongen announces thirteen days of events at its The Euro Fan Café between May 06 & 18. As part of Malmö’s offer as a host city, the beautiful and spacious venue Moriska Paviljongen will present a unique Eurovision programme day and night, as a prominent meeting place during ESC 2013. More than fifty (50) events will take place at Moriska Paviljongen’s EURO FAN CAFÉ, beginning 6 May until the Eurovision Song Contest Final on 18 May.

Moriska Paviljongen (also known as “Moriskan” by Malmö locals) will be hosting a once-in-a-lifetime Eurovision Song Contest meeting place concept: The “Euro Fan Café” in Malmö between 6 – 18 May 2013. The Euro Fan Café is presented by Moriska Paviljongen in cooperation with Malmö stad. Called the “fan” café because it is for all types of Eurovision and Melodifestivalen fans – with dancefloors 100% dedicated to Eurovision music, current and previous artists performing, giant quizzes, live talk shows, films, special appearances and even a sing-a-long Nul Points night.

OPENING PARTY    (Tuesday, 7 May 2013 as from 2100 hours)
Moriskan welcomes all fans to Malmö with a mix of Eurovision karaoke, a schlager-­-tastic drag performance, a talk show with surprise guests, and two dance floors dedicated to Eurovision music.

THE BIGGEST EUROVISION QUIZ EVER   (Monday, 13 May 2013 starting at midnight)
The biggest event at the Euro Fan Café! Swedish Eurovision fan club Melodifestivalklubben and Moriska Paviljongen have joined forces to create the largest quiz night ever on the subject of Eurovision. But this is not any ordinary quiz -­-   live performances from Eurovision heavy-­-hitters will take place through the night. Who knows what can happen? Be warned: the questions will test even the biggest Eurovision geek!  

NUL POINT SING-A-LONG NIGHT  (Saturday, 11 May 2013 as from 2200 hours)
 Nul points… there are a handful of songs in the Eurovision history with this legendary score in the competition. We pay tribute to these marvellous songs with a sing-a-long evening, where wonderfully crazy tunes and other low-point scorers get all the love and appreciation they deserve.

THE EURO FAN CAFE TALK SHOW  (Occurs eight times between  May 07 & 16)
Keep up-to-date with the latest gossip and meet the ESC artists and songwriters past and present. A talk show presenting new international guests every day, hosted by Euro Fan Café producer Rick Jacobs.

Along with these elaborate events, Moriskan has also programmed the following highlights:

• Club nights hosted by fan organizations from the UK, the Netherlands,and even New York City.
• Appearances from HIGH HEELS, the acclaimed Malmö drag group, who offer delightful Eurovision and schlager entertainment with a great sense of humour.
• Regular “Eurovision-oke” nights - sing along with old and new songs.
• Live streaming on a giant screen of the two semi-finals and grand final.
  

Numerous popular Eurovision artists, past and present, will also perform at Euro Fan Café between May 06 & 18, and details of their appearance will be released shortly. The public attending Moriskan will find surprises every night.

The Euro Fan Café at Moriska Paviljongen will offer one of the best programmes for the public around the very special Eurovision Song Contest.
Jill Ålander, Head of Communications at Moriska Paviljongen, said that ”When you come to the Euro Fan Café, you will immediately get Eurovisionized. If even one cell in your body is out of Eurovision spirit, we’ve got the cure.”

Follow the plans at the Euro Fan Café here:

Facebook:  Search for "Euro Fan Café  at Moriskan
Twitter:  @efcmoriskan

Season One
25 April Semi Final One Review
02 May Semi Final Two Review
07 May The Chill Out (all requests) Show
14 May The Chill Out (all requests) Show
18 May The Final Live Broadcast (5.00 p.m to 7.00 p.m)
from Malmo and Mumbles finishes one hour before the Final starts
25 May How The Contest Was Won
30 May Season One Closing Party Including The Live Draw For the Flying The Flag Charity winner
Season Two
27 June to 26 September (monthly)
Season Three
03 October to 02 June (Weekly)

Show Times
Thursday
8.00 p.m to 10.00 p.m GMT
9.00 p.m to 11.00 p.m CET
Saturday (repeat)
1.00 a.m to 3.00 a.m GMT
2.00 a.m to 4.00 p.m CET
5.00 p.m to 7.00 p.m GMT
6.00 p.m to 8.00 p.m CET