Today we rewind to 2003 and Estonia’s entry by Ruffus – who, confusingly, are also know as Claire’s Birthday. In a year (like most) dominated by pop, the guitar band’s catchy entry stood out. Placed 21st out of 26, however – five places above 2003’s disastrous UK entry from Jemini – meant that Estonia failed to qualify for the final in 2004, the year the semi-final qualifying stage was introduced. Ruffus certainly deserved to do better, so here – with relatively low picture quality I’m afraid – is Eighties Coming Back:
Last year, Estonia were again stuck in the semi-final, managing only 18th place and failing to qualify. Consequently, they’re back in the semi this year. Attention fact fans: their singer this year, Gerli Padar, is the sister of Tanel Padar who you’ll all remember won the Eurovision for Estonia with Dave Benton and 2XL and the song Everybody back in 2001. This year’s entry isn’t anything special but may muster up enough votes to reach the final. Decide for yourself. It’s called Partners in Crime:
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