Eurovision 1985

Eurovision 1985 winner was unpredictable big win for Bobbysocks song La det swinge
In Gothenburg hosted by the SVT (Swedish state TV) the second Eurovision Song Contest made. In 1985 was the first year that the final evening appearance changed compared to previous years. The Swedish TV sold thousands of tickets for people who wanted to go to SCANDINAVIUM. Many Danes and Norwegians traveled to Gothenburg to attend the big night. The whole Scandinavia mobilized in 1985 and just saw Norse year. SVT has chosen as the presenter Lill Lindfors had represented Sweden in 1966 (2nd). The Lill Lindfors, presented the competition flawlessly. In 1985, however, will remember for a skirt that fell Lill as it enters the stage to present the score! After the first shock all back in class, but many leaders of the EBU did not enjoy this "joke", the Swedish television. Since then introduced strict regulations like the final night to be like the final rehearsal. In 1985 we had 19 countries. Greece and Israel back after a year absence, unlike the Netherlands did not participate because the May 4th is a day of remembrance for the dead of World War 2. Yugoslavia also did not attend and since this was the May 4 anniversary of the death of Marshal Tito. 1985 votting was exciting, in terms of "passion" had nothing to envy from the current nights of Eurovision. The SCANDINAVIUM paralirouse then disapproved, welcome, waving flags .. mostly Swedish, Norwegian or Danish. Germany, the favorite was ranked second with 105 points. Thus, the balance tipped in Norway eight dozen and no Ten won the first contest!