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Totallympics Annual International Song Contest - Live Draw
Mexico 2019
 
Totallympics Annual International Song Contest - Mexico 2019
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
So that completes today's draw. Thanks so much to everyone who took part!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Totallympics Annual International Song Contest 2019
National Jury Voting Order
 
1     SLOVENIA
20     CROATIA
2     TUNISIA
21     BULGARIA
3     MEXICO
22     INDONESIA
4     CHILE
23     FINLAND
5     SPAIN
24     GREAT BRITAIN
6     NORWAY
25     LITHUANIA
7     SERBIA
26     ITALY
8     CHINA
27     UNITED STATES
9     POLAND
28     ALGERIA
10     INDIA
29     TURKEY
11     ROMANIA
30     NEW ZEALAND
12     RUSSIA
31     PORTUGAL
13     SLOVAKIA
32     VENEZUELA
14     NETHERLANDS
33     BRAZIL
15     FRANCE
34     DENMARK
16     GERMANY
35     COLOMBIA
17     ARGENTINA
36     EGYPT
18     GREECE
37     IRELAND
19     MALTA
38     AUSTRALIA
 

has only competed in track and field, I doubt they qualify in any other sport.
 has an outside shot in judo.
and  will likely have a shot in tennis (through a wild card). Grenada will also likely get a triathlon wild card.  was the only country not to get a rowing wildcard sadly.
will only compete in athletics. 

First quota for Haiti!
 

Road to TISC Annual - Mexico 2019
 
 
 
With no fewer than 5 artists making their return to the TISC stage this year for another shot at glory, this year's "Road to TISC" series will take a look at the artists who have made multiple appearances at the contests. We start by looking at the most prolific TISC performer to date in terms of number of appearance. Inna has represented Romania a whopping 4 times, making appearances at both Annual and Open editions. She also guided Romania to their first and only medal to date when she finished in bronze medal position at the incredibly tight TISC Open edition in 2015. Inna was still in contention for victory going into the final vote in that edition with her song "Amazing" so it's no wonder that Romania have placed their faith in her again and again....
 
 
 
  Romania - Inna
 
Inna has made 4 appearances at TISC

 
 
 
 
TISC Open 2015 - Inna - Amazing

 
 
 
TISC Annual 2016 - Inna - Yalla

 
 
 
TISC Annual 2018 - Inna ft. Erik - Ruleta

 
 
 
 
TISC Open 2018 - Inna - Sun Is Up

 
 

Welcome everyone: Festival of Music receives its first entrants
 
April 11, 2019.- Just one week before the Grand Final, the Festival of Music finally will get underway, after the hosts revealed their invited entries tonight: Sweden and Jamaica.
 
The Nordic country will be present with Molly Sanden. This talented and voice actress singer is not strange to music competition, previously having represented her country at the 2006 Junior Eurovision Contest. Her song "Sand" was a hit last year and reached number 15 in the Swedish charts, also receiving a Platinum certification from the Swedish Recording Industry Association.
 
  Molly Sanden - Sand   
 

 
Even when Jamaica has never been part of Totallympics International Song Contest, the Caribbean nation has left a great impression in the global music scene, especially reggae. This year, they will be represented by singer Koffee, who despite being a relative newcomer has already tasted success with singles like "Raggamuffin" and their Festival of Music entry "Toast"
 
 
  Koffee - Toast   
 

 
As stated in a previous post, Festival of Music is part of TAISC's heritage, being present from the first edition of the contest. Last year, the organizers chose to introduce a poll to select the Festival's best entry, a fact that will be repeated this year. The poll will be opened the day the first songs are nominated, closing one hour before the Grand Final, with the most voted being awarded a especial prize at the beggining of the show's last segment.
 
As per costume, all Totallympics users are invited to choose songs from a maximum two countries and/or territories that are not taking part at 2019 TAISC. The song or songs in question should preferably follow, but are not restricted, to the rules of eligibility for the main competition; that is being original to the artist and country they represent and being released on or after January 1st, 2018.
 
 
 
 

Road to TISC Annual - Mexico 2019
 
 
 
Part 2 of today's edition of "Road to TISC Annual 2019" sees us remember more two-time TISC artists.
 
Algeria's Nabila Dali not only had the honour of representing the north African nation on two occasions, but her debut appearance at TISC Annual 2015 proved to be a hugely successful one. "My Dream" took home 118 points from the international juries, placing Nabila in 5th place on the final scoreboard, a result which still stands as Algeria's most successful contest to date.
 
 
 
  Algeria - Nabila Dali
 
 
2-time TISC artist Nabila Dali has a PB of 5th at the contest

 
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2016 - Nabila Dali - My Dream (Eǧǧet-iyi ad arguɣ)

 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2018 - Iddir Salem ft. Nabila Dali - Anelhu

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Azerbaijan - DiHaj
 
 
DiHaj competed at TISC Annual in 2015 and 2016.

 
 
 
 
 
Azerbaijan placed their faith in DiHaj for two consecutive TISC Annual Contests (2015 and 2016). Her entry "I Break Again" took Azerbaijan to 13th place on the TISC Annual 2015 scoreboard and still ranks as Azerbaijan's best result to date.
 
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2015 - DiHaj ft. Isfar Sarabsky - I Break Again

 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2016 - DiHaj - Complain

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Czech Republic - Kryštof
 
 
Czech rock band Kryštof has twice represented the nation at TISC

 
 
 
 
 
We conclude today's "Road to TISC Annual 2019" edition by remembering Czech band Kryštof who competed at the contest on two occasions. The band participated at TISC Open in 2014 and returned once more at TISC Open in 2017. Sadly this remains the last time that Czech Republic participated in the contest.
 
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2015 - Kryštof - Atentat

 
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2015 - Kryštof - Svedomí

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Road to TISC Annual - Mexico 2019
 
 
 
We continue our "Road to TISC Annual 2019" series today by celebrating more artists who have multiple appearances at the contest. Up first in Part 1 today, we have Ana Moura, Zdob Si Zdub and Prāta Vētra, to be followed later in Part 2 by Nabila Dali DiHaj Kryštof
 
Portugal's Ana Moura has twice represented her country at the TISC. Her debut came at the TISC Annual 2016 where she came home in 19th position. However, her return to the contest two years later at TISC Open 2018 saw her secure a top 10 placing for Portugal, finishing in 9th place and a haul of 104 points from the international juries.
 
 
 
  Portugal - Ana Moura
 
 
Ana Moura is a 2-time contestant at TISC

 
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2016 - Ana Moura - Dia De Folga

 
 
 
 
 
TISC Open 2018 - Ana Moura - Desfado

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Moldova - Zbob Si Zdub
 
 
 
Moldovan band Zdob Si Zdub competed in 2015 and 2018

 
 
 
When Moldova made their TISC debut at TISC Open 2015, punk band Zdob Si Zdub was given the honour of representing the nation for the first time at TISC. They were again selecte as the Moldovan representative at TISC Annual 2018, the last time Moldova appeared in the contest.
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Open 2015 - Zdob Si Zdub - DJ Vasile
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2018 - Zdob Si Zdub ft. Loredana & Лигалайз - Balkana Mama

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Latvia - Prāta Vētra
 
 
 
Prāta Vētra is the sole Latvian participant to date

 
 
 
Prāta Vētra was given the honour of representing Latvia on both occasions that the nation participated in TISC. Their debut came way back at the inaugural edition at TISC Open in 2013 and they returned to the TISC stage again 1 year later at TISC Open 2014. Their return proved to be a success with the band delivering a 7th place finish for Latvia with 130 points.
 
 
 
 
 
TISC Open 2013 - Prāta Vētra - Rudens

 
 
 
 
TISC Open 2014 - Prāta Vētra - Maybe

 
 

Road to TISC Annual - Mexico 2019
 
 
 
Part 2 of today's Road to TISC Annual 2019 edition we continue looking at the artists who have made 3 appearances at the contest.
Guyana's Eddy Grant made an instant impact on TISC when he debuted at the very first edition of the contest back in 2013. "Gimme Hope Jo'anna" charmed the international juries and claimed an impressive haul of 167 points, enough for a 4th place finish, just outside of the medal positions. Eddy Grant made 3 consecutive appearance at the TISC Open (2013-2015) but sadly, Guyana has not been seen on the TISC stage since that final appearance of Eddy at TISC Open 2015.
 
 
 
  Guyana - Eddy Grant
 
Eddy Grant made 3 consecutive appearances at TISC Open (2013-15)

 
 
 
TISC Open 2013 - Eddy Grant - Gimme Hope Jo'anna

 
 
TISC Open 2014 - Eddy Grant - Killer On The Rampage

 
 
TISC Open 2015 - Eddy Grant - Electric Avenue

 
 
 
  Argentina - Chano Moreno Charpentier
 
Chano has competed both solo and as part of a band

 
 
Argentine artist Chano Moreno Charpentier has a distinguished history with TISC. Not only has he competed in the TISC Annual on 3 occasions, he has been entered as both a solo artist and as part of a band. The first 2 of Chano's TISC Annual appearances was with the band Tan Biónica, whose TISC Annual entry in 2014 is the most successful of his 3 entries to date, placing 7th with 120 points.
His most recent entry was a solo effort and once again saw Chano enter the top 10. Naistumichiu finished in 8th position with a final haul of 118 points.
If the trend continues, Chano will be due to return to TISC at the next TISC Annual in 2020 (he has appeared every second year at TISC Annual).
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2014 - Tan Biónica - Ciudad Mágica

 
 
TISC Annual 2016 - Tan Biónica - Hola Mi Vida

 
 
TISC Annual 2018 - Chano! - Naistumichiu

 
 
 
 
 
 
  Tunisia - Myrath
 
Myrath will represent Tunisia for a 3rd time in Mexico this year

 
 
 
At this year's TISC Annual in Mexico, Tunisia will put their faith in metal band Myrath for a third time. Myrath delivered Tunisia's best result to date at TISC when their entry "Believer" claimed 4th place at the TISC Annual in 2016. Myrath returned a year later with another strong performance, placing 13th at TISC Annual 2017, which is also Tunisia's second best result at TISC. So will it be 3rd time lucky for Myrath this year?
 
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2016 - Myrath - Believer

 
 
TISC Annual 2017 - Myrath - Endure The Silence

 
 
TISC Annual 2019 - Myrath - Dance

 
 

Road to TISC Annual - Mexico 2019
 
 
 
In this edition of the Road to TISC Annual 2019 series are showcasing the artists who have made multiple appearances at the contest. We take a look now at the artists who have 3 appearances under their belts, an impressive feat. Part 1 includes Kensington, Sakis Rouvas and A.R. Rahman and Part 2 will have Eddy Grant, Chano Moreno Charpentier (Chano! / Tan Biónica) and Myrath.
Kensington has three times been selected as the Dutch entrant for the TISC Annual and although they have not tasted podium success, they have delivered a string of solid results. A 10th place finish at TISC Annual 2015 was followed by two 11th place finishes at TISC Annual 2017 and 2018 and Kensington has a scoring average just shy of 100 points.
 
 
 
  Netherlands - Kensington
 
Kensington has made 3 appearances for the Netherlands

 
 
 
TISC Annual 2015 - Kensington - War

 
 
TISC Annual 2017 - Kensington - Do I Ever

 
 
TISC Annual 2018 - Kensington - Bridges

 
 
 
 
  Greece - Sakis Rouvas
 
Sakis Rouvas is a 3-time TISC artist

 
 
 
Sakis Rouvas made his TISC debut at the inaugural TISC Annual edition back in 2014. This would prove to be his most successful contest to date, but he made two further TISC appearances, at TISC Open in 2016 and again at the TISC Annual 2018.
 
 
 
TISC Annual 2014 - Sakis Rouvas - Mia Chara Na Pernas

 
 
TISC Open 2016 - Sakis Rouvas - S'exo Eroteutei

 
 
TISC Annual 2018 - Sakis Rouvas - Ego Sta Elaga

 
 
 
 
 
  India - A.R. Rahman
 
A.R. Rahman represented India on 3 occasions

 
 
 
With 3 appearances at the contest, India's A.R. Rahman has established as a household name to all TISC fans. His most recent appearance at the TISC Open in 2016 has been his most successful one to date.
 
 
TISC Annual 2014 - A.R. Rahman - Patakha Guddi

 
 
TISC Open 2015 - Lagaan, Aamir Khan & A.R. Rahman - Chale Chalo

 
 
 
TISC Open 2016 - A.R. Rahman & Lata Mangeshkar - Luka Chuppi

 
 
 
 

And we name you: Axoloco!!!

 
April 6, 2019.- 2019 Annual TISC mascot finally has a name: Axoloco. The process to find a name for the Axolotl of the contest finished Thursday night, with 34 members of Totallympics casting a total of 62 votes from among 7 possible names for the likeable mascot. Axoloco, named proposed by user @vinipereira came as the winner option with 18 votes, followed by "Sr. Gran Corazón" with 12 and "Axel" with 8. Full results are shared below
 
Results
 
 
From now on, Axoloco will fulfill his role of 2019 TAISC ambassador to its full capacity; he is heading the Welcoming committee for the participants thay will start arriving in Mexico City on Tuesday April 9th, and will serve as their primary tour guide, which among other places, will include the Pre Hispanic ceremonial site of Teotihuacán and the channels of Xochimilco, both places closely associated to our animal friend legend.

Well, I guess the athlete had the right to compete, but they should've put him under some kind of "neutral" flag or something.
 
For now, I've placed him under "PASO" in the first post.
 

Thanks. But I have to say that not only the concept, but almost all of the execution was done by you, so well done
 

To my understanding, the song is eligible because of this rule:
 
 
The song (released in August 2017) seems to be the first single from the album, which was released in 2018 and includes the song. So it's perfectly eligible unless I'm missing something.
 

The singer's album was released in 2018, so the song is eligible.
 

"Wow!" reaction has been added.

@vinipereira Could you make the logo for this thread?

I am okay. Oof. It's almost scary, but as screwed up as I was, I woke up this morning as if nothing had happened. I think it'll all be fine, so please don't worry  I am going home soon too. 
Thanks for being concerned. My family sends their best.

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Alright, just wanted to update y’all on the scary situation we had earlier. The user sought help and according to his words, is in good hands. I want to thank @vinipereira for his help tracking down the user, so I could check in on him. I wish him a happy life and a good recovery back to excellent health. 
 
If you, another user, or anyone else you know needs help, don’t hesitate to look for it. I unfortunately have multiple memorial benches at my high school and I don’t want to see any of you in that situation. If you have further questions feel free to ask. If you need someone to talk to, feel free to DM anytime. 
 
See y’all around.

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Like he said, this result was from the Birmingham World Cup, which was an all-around event
 

Very nice and unexpected result for Thais Fidelis at the Birmingham World Cup. It's the first time a Brazilian gymnast earns a medal in the all-around at the World Cup.

Nations interested in hosting the 2023 Women's World Cup:
 

 
https://www.fifa.com/womensworldcup/news/fifa-receives-record-number-of-expressions-of-interest-in-hosting-fifa-women-s-w
 
I would say Australia (first WC in Oceania) and Japan (previous winner, never hosted) are probably favourites?
 
Unified Korea would be "interesting" (first to be hosted by more than one country), but I don't know how it would work...