Benidorm Festival 2024 – Rewritten Coverage and Reactions

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Eurovision doesn’t want ‘bitches’: Will Benidorm Festival favorites have to change their lyrics to enter the festival?

Mantra captured the affection of the majority of voters in the first semi-final at Benidorm Festival 2024. The trio, made up of Carlos Marco, Paula Pérez, and Charly Weinberg, did not reach the grand final, yet they earned a place in the final with a solid surge in support. The gala tally exceeded 12,775 votes, with 57% coming from calls and SMS, a figure that translated into well over 7,020 total interactions. In the United States and Canada, public interest watched closely as the group’s impact on the competition sparked lively discussions across social media platforms. [Citation: TV coverage and audience reporting]

This pivotal result, broadcast on television, fueled a wave of online speculation. Various theories circulated online, prompting the group and several media outlets, including YOTELE, to offer clarifications. The artists insisted that the rumors did not reflect reality and emphasized the reality of their independent status and resources. They challenged claims about any hidden funds, underscoring that such scenarios would be impossible at that scale. [Citation: YOTELE coverage]

Eurovision doesn’t want ‘bitches’: Will Benidorm Festival favorites have to change their lyrics to enter the festival?

“I would be very pleased if we actually had the money we claim to have,” Paula Pérez remarked, addressing the conspiracies with a touch of humor. She noted that conspiracy chatter can be entertaining but stressed that the jury’s decisions are not influenced by external plots. It is a reminder that independent artists often operate without the big machinery behind them and that the scale of their production does not equate to limitless financial backing. Carlos Marco echoed the sentiment, highlighting that the group lacks the resources to manipulate outcomes and that the selection process remains subjective and guided by the jury’s insights. [Citation: Team statements]

The team was asked whether there was any chance that the jury might intentionally bias results to balance televoting. Mantra dismissed the idea, stating that TVE has no role in the jury’s verdict. The artists noted that seasoned professionals know what resonates across Europe and that taste is inherently personal. The discussion underscored the subjective nature of judging and the diverse opinions that accompany any live competition. [Citation: Interview coverage]

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“I don’t believe in a conspiracy by TVE,” Carlos Marco stated, seeking to demystify the event’s outcome. The group expressed uncertainty about what constitutes the worst possible jury decision and suggested that the mechanism behind rankings might be less transparent than fans expect. They had anticipated a mid-to-lower placement based on prior polls, and Paula Pérez clarified that the main takeaway was not a dramatic misfire but a surprise for some viewers who expected a different result. [Citation: Event analysis]

Marco added that any feeling of being sidelined would not define their experience. Staying engaged with their audience mattered more than a final berth. Pérez agreed, noting that there would always be a spectrum of opinions in a diverse showcase. The conversation reflected a broader acceptance that competition outcomes are shaped by a mix of performance quality, audience reaction, and critical assessment, rather than a single formula. [Citation: Post-show reflections]

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