American Version of The Eurovision Set For 2021

The organisers of the Eurovision Song contest have announced that an American version of the phenomenon will debut next year.

The American Song Contest will take place during the holiday season of 2021.

The official website of the Eurovision states:

"The American version of the Eurovision Song Contest will, as it is currently conceived, position the artists head to head against other states’ representatives in a series of 5-10 televised Qualifier Competitions, leading to Semi-Finals and the ultimate primetime Grand Final.

Martin Österdahl, Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest: “The Eurovision Song Contest’s unique legacy dates back 65 years and its worldwide popularity is still rising. It’s time for America to experience this spectacle, through its sister competition, the American Song Contest. Love of music is universal and celebration of music in different genres and styles can transcend boundaries and unite people. We are excited to have found the right partners to offer another series that our fans across the globe can fall in love with and to share this unique competition with the American people.”

The American Song Contest is set to take place months after the 65th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, which takes place in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. The Eurovision Song Contest is known for having launched the careers of a wide variety of artists, including previous winners Celine Dion and ABBA.

Ireland still holds the record for the most wins, lifting the trophy seven times since first participating in Naples in 1965.

Some fans are not happy with the decision.