Another day, another set of second rehearsals. Friday saw the final three countries from the first semifinal as well as five countries from the second semifinal give their stage shows another go. Romania’s Alex Florea kept his balance while riding a glitter cannon, Armenia’s Artsvik traded in street clothes for a warrior-like gown and Latvia’s Triana Park debuted yet another wig. We’re dying to know what her real hair looks like!

But which of today’s eight performing countries — Armenia, Slovenia, Latvia, Serbia, Austria, FYR Macedonia, Latvia, Romania — was your favourite?

You can watch all of our footage, alongside our reviews of today’s second rehearsals, in the playlist below. Below that, you can also find our “winners and losers” of the day video. Then vote in our poll. You can vote for as many countries as you like, but you can only vote one time, so make it count. Be sure to click the box next to each act you want to support before pressing submit.

Reviews and footage: Second Rehearsals (May 5)

Day Six: Our Winners, Losers and Growers

Poll: Who had the best rehearsal on May 5?

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Lena
Lena
7 years ago

ARMENIA

Tshghoun
Tshghoun
7 years ago

Also,why do we have to be vulgar towards each other,what is the result for that cursing (I think) or attacking with criticisms.
Just let us be respectful towards each other.
Eurovision is only a contest to bring us togather.
Let’s be happy and enjoy all of each is performed.
There is a message in each one of them.
Thank you!

Tshghoun
Tshghoun
7 years ago

It’s about time to see some art,music,culture and performance intermingled and produced.
This is where the world (countries participating) come together and choose the most talented.
Armenia ,I believe this year has done a great job. Let’s be fair!

Aaron
Aaron
7 years ago

Why is there not a poll for the Big 5 rehearsals or why not put them in this poll??

They rehearsed May 5th as well!

I really wanted to vote for the UK. Lucie is absolutely slaying on that stage. Best rehearsal of the day for me by far! I think they’re a serious contender this year!

Yodel it
Yodel it
7 years ago

Seriously Guys who the f**k gonna download Armenian song but seriously I really don’t get it is it song contest or voice or wtf. From all the songs i download only few Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Israel and Belgium. U r saying omg Greece have chances to win even hmmm do we all listen the same song wtf. The intalian song have to win… Why? Every post u r talking about staging omg Romanian song woooow are u seriously mentally challenged the song is called Yodel it!!! They can bring the freaking I don’t know the Milky Cow on the scene… Read more »

Gev
Gev
7 years ago

Armenia is the best and we have too Austria and Romania good on the stage

Chr927
Chr927
7 years ago

If this was still a Song Contest Malta will qualify for the finals and even have a good position in the final but nowadays ESC is more based on the show the country gives. I’m glad Claudia’s voice is being recognized for the power she has.

Lulu
Lulu
7 years ago
Reply to  Chr927

I agree with you! It is very sad that people nowadays dont appreciate quality and emotional songs, such as Malta and The Netherlands. These songs are very deep and they mean a lot to these singers and they sing from the heart. These songs are not just sung typically, but the singers feel every word they sing to. I really hope from the bottom of my heart that they qualify for the finals, because as you said it is a SONG contest! Fortunately after their rehearsals they receive very positive feedback and i am happy for this at least cause… Read more »

Danuta
Danuta
7 years ago

My top:

1. Romania
2. Armenia
3. Austria
4. Latvia
5. Slovenia
6. FYR Macedonia
7. Serbia
8. Malta

Briekimchi
Briekimchi
7 years ago

Has to be Romania, doesn’t it?

Niko
Niko
7 years ago
Reply to  Briekimchi

Romania must be on #1, yeah….

AngieP
AngieP
7 years ago

Nothing really stood out for me here!
However, I always love Armenia’s staging! I also like Austria’s and Romania’s performance!

LiGhts
LiGhts
7 years ago

Voted for Latvia. I think it is underrated. Though it was amazing. Not a winner, but better than others.

Olivia
Olivia
7 years ago

Romania ???

Ted
Ted
7 years ago
Reply to  Olivia

The best rehearsal today! Thank you from Romania, Olivia!

WolfClaw
WolfClaw
7 years ago

With the 2nd semi-final rehearsals underway, I made a Top 18 video 🙂 Let me know who you want to qualify!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OooiAB8TEQ

Zebb
Zebb
7 years ago

Regardless of my taste: Armenia, Romania, partially Latvia and Malta.

Eve
Eve
7 years ago

Armenia and Austria.

Raikorder
Raikorder
7 years ago

Armenia and Romania <3

anonymous91
anonymous91
7 years ago

Romania and Armenia, second rehearsals were better than their first rehearsal

i want to say Claudia is a amazing singer for Malta, despite having a very boring song, still fighting for their qualifying spot

Burger
Burger
7 years ago

On rehearsal strength Armenia yes, by the margin of the poll – no (these are always flawed): will do well but will not be in the top 3. Poll would require a limit of votes being cast from the PC (a-la voting for Barbara Dex award)

Guchi
7 years ago

Austria and Armenia were best!

R
R
7 years ago

Two qualifiers from here: Austria and Malta. The rest has to be shed (though I like Slovenia). Romania is dreadful – utter rubbish!

mccavey
mccavey
7 years ago

Like there was any doubt) again inflated votes for armenia by armenians) it’s enormously ridiculous)

Arc
Arc
7 years ago
Reply to  mccavey

I thought Armenia was clearly the best out of this bunch and I’m not Armenian. For me some of the best songs of the contest have been from Armenia for the past few years. There are always going to be people voting for their own country, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the song is undeserving.

Roy Moreno
Roy Moreno
7 years ago
Reply to  mccavey

Stop whining… I voted for Armenia as well and I’m not armenian

Agnes
Agnes
7 years ago
Reply to  mccavey

funny what you and others say, when Armenia wins in a poll here. Like Wiwibloggs guys and press are all armenians too, that’s why wiwi’s and press poll winner is also Armenia ? lol

Ron
Ron
7 years ago

Armenia screams quality, professionalism and absolutely artistic and creative. This is the entry that is going to challenge Italy for the trophy.

WolfClaw
WolfClaw
7 years ago

My Top 6 for Automatic Qualifiers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXDyoUHRhY0

Let me know what yours are!!

Paul D.
Paul D.
7 years ago

Armenia hands down. If it was in this poll, also UK

Veronique
Veronique
7 years ago

Romania and Armenia.

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looking4JOCKSfromPT-¡wantFUN
7 years ago
ImpressiveInstants
7 years ago

Malta third to last? Come on. That was stunning.

Harut
Harut
7 years ago

Armenia was the best of course and the big improvement was Macedonia.

doluvic
doluvic
7 years ago

Requiem, la chute est lente, ivre, l’autre joug, ma peau aime, 8 ans et des poussières, a demi pardonnée, avec des est-ce, l’amour fou, !!!!! Ouh la la ! all are masterpieces ! all readers should listen these beautifuls songs on spotify !!! Go you won’t be disappointed, Alma is so talented I love her universe !!

Purple Mask
Purple Mask
7 years ago

This is the poll that Armenia actually deserves to win! Well done Artsvik. 🙂

fikri
fikri
7 years ago

armenia, hands down. (they will probably win this poll if their rehearsal is the worst tho)

jana needs a different hairstyle during her performance. seeing her fiddle her hair every 5 seconds is kinda distracting.