Eurovision 2018 is bringing us a truckload of solo males, eager to wow with their flawless vocals. We’ve got everything from country to soft rock. Balkan balladry to funk. Justin Timberlake swag to heartfelt love songs. Everything!
It’s been a girls world lately, for in the past 20 years, only four male soloist have won the Eurovision Song Contest.
Dima Bilan for Russia in 2008, Alexander Rybak for Norway in 2009, Måns Zelmerlöw for Sweden in 2015 and, last but certainly not least, the almighty Salvador Sobral for Portugal in 2017. However, that count does not include Austria’s Tom Neuwirth, for he competed as Conchita Wurst in 2014.
So it’s about time to give the boys some more space, for they are here and ready to sweep Europe and Australia off their feet, in the hopes of becoming the man to bring it all the way home.
Fourteen male soloists are gracing the Eurovision stage with their presence this year, including two returning artists and one former backup vocal gone lead. And we’re dying to find out, who is your favourite male vocalist of Eurovision 2018?
This is a tricky one. We love them all, but we want to know what you think! Who is the cream of the crop? Don’t let those fine gentlemen wait any longer. Vote for your favourite. But take note. It’s only possible to vote once, so make your vote counts. And also share your favourite pick in the comments below.
We will reveal the results of the poll ahead of the first rehearsals in Lisbon in May.
Who is the best male solo act at Eurovision 2018? Vote now!
- Albania: Eugent Bushpepa “Mall”
- Armenia: Sevak Khanagyan “Qami”
- Austria: Cesár Sampson “Nobody But You”
- Belarus: Alekseev “Forever”
- Czech Republic: Mikolas Josef “Lie To Me”
- Denmark: Rasmussen “Higher Ground”
- Germany: Michael Schulte “You Let Me Walk Alone”
- Iceland: Ari Ólafsson “Our Choice”
- Ireland: Ryan O’Shaughnessy “Together”
- Montenegro: Vanja Radovanovic “Inje”
- The Netherlands: Waylon “Outlaw in ‘Em”
- Norway: Alexander Rybak “That’s How You Write a Song”
- Sweden: Benjamin Ingrosso “Dance You Off”
- Ukraine: Mélovin “Under The Ladder”
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Melovin is so funny and interesting. That’s what I found https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJYrfMuCU1M
The best one by far is Eugent. Benjamin is such as spoiled a snake lame brat. He doesn’t show any feeling when singing. He is just horrible.
Eugent Bushpepa ( I like only his strong vocals )
Melovin – ( I like everything )
Ryan O´Shaughnessy – ( I like everything )
Funny how Ari Ólafsson is always last in every poll. I mean he’s not THAT bad.
Emperor Cesar, my Austrian champion! XD
Yes, I add a little, but I had a real crush on his song, it’s my favorite among all this year. I feel a little lonely to think, but I don’t care. And then this man is devilishly attractive, which does not spoil anything.
Even if I support my country (France) with all my energy, I would be super happy if it ‘s “Nobody but you” who wins the contest. And Austria, it’s not far from France to go to party! XD
For me the most notable are Eugent and Alekseev.
“Why is everyone all of a sudden praising Albania?” Maybe due to three excellent emotional and note perfect live performances?
Eugent
I’ve noticed some Eurovision fans complaining that this is a very male orientated year but there are far more female soloists than male soloists it seems. There are only 14 male soloists out of 43 entries with a further 6 coming from groups. That’s only 20 out of 43. Also, some people are saying there are way too many male ballads this year… There are only 7 (Ireland, Iceland, Armenia, Montenegro, Georgia, Albania, Germany) when there are 8 up-beat female songs (Finland, Switzerland, Macedonia, Cyprus, Azerbaijan, Slovenia, Malta, Australia, Israel). I think it’s quite even so people shouldn’t really be… Read more »
Eugent (Albania)
Eugent Bushpepa and Waylon are my faves! They rock 😀
ALEKSEEV
Bushpepa is love, Bushpepa is life.
Off top, speaking about men, when can we expect Eurovision Next Top Male and Female models 2018? Just asking 🙂
Waylon, Eugent Bushpepa, Micheal Schulte and Alekseev get my vote. These are the dark horses in my own opinion. They might not win but i hoping for a very good result for these amazing artists.
Albania
Eugent by MILES !
1. Ryan O´Shaughnessy – the overall package of this song works for me and I wouldn’t change anything if I could. So so sweet yet so underrated 2. Benjamin Ingrosso – this is so in your face sexy and the loungey retro feel – Sweden didn’t dissapoint. hopefully slightly less robotic in Lisabon tho 3. Alekseev – Diggin’ the slight psycho vibe!! He kind of looks tense when he preforms and the awkward hand movement needs to go 4. Rasmussen – kinda outdated but at the same time fresh! gave me goosebumps before. oh and great voice 5. Waylon –… Read more »
I voted for Eugent and Mélovin and apparently they’re top 2 😀
But Eugent is the best for me obviously. I wish I could see him live someday!!
Eugent and Melovin
Cesar is the Best…..Eugent is good but the Song is boring…Melovin Sorry Not my Cup of Tea…..CESAR you are perfekt
I’ve voted also for Waylon, but Eugent is my obvious answer here. The best performer, male or female, of this Eurovision. Cesár and Melóvin would fight for the my bronze medal. I love Sevak’s voice and I think Ari has a lot of potential.
Belarus will win this year. Alexeev has too many fans, a million or more … =(
Almost all of them are in Ukraine and Russia, so they will not be able to bring Alexeev many points.
Dutch Alekseev fan here! Will def vote for him if he makes it to the grand final.
…and here is a Swedish Alekseev fan. And I will do the same as Tahnee.
Argentian fan here. Vote for me in my honor (?), please! XD
Happy to do it!
melovin and his enchanting confidence wins my vote!
Enchanting confidence is a great way to describe Mélovin’s talents.
Many good acts here! The first one that comes to my mind is Albania! I also like Czech Republic, Armenia, Germany and Ukraine.
The Albanian guy has an outstanding vocal range. But overally speaking concerning performing . I would say Melovin. This dude combines uniqueness , challenging style , great live vocals , theatrical performing and energy on stage. He can captivate you for sure. If only he had a bomb song. He would win this.
Gerald Lol. If he isn’t a competitor to your fav, then why are you trying to humiliate him?
Kirsten Melovin has got a challenging look & personality. Not many people appreciate so. Its ok if someone does not like him or his song. But oh common betting on someone’s failure and looking down on them – focusing on their negatives. Oh thats a sad thing humans do
Trying to treat this poll seriously, considering all of these performers are excellent:
Best natural voice: Sevak (Armenia)
Most awesome vocal range: Eugent (Albania)
Best all-round musician: Alexander Rybak (Norway)
Best falsetto voice: Ryan (Ireland) OR Benjamin (Sweden)
Most criminally underrated: Ari (Iceland)
Best deep voice: None of the above. All high singers this year.
Offcourse. A majority of who listened at Francesco first time wasn’t inflences by the hype around the song. Same thing whith Netta. It’s a good song, but it won’t win.
Based on live performances i’ve seen Eugent,Waylon,Melovin and Cesar are the best singers and have best stage presence (which is impressive for teenboy like Melovin)
Mikolas on big stage looks lost and his backpack is silly, Benjamin is good performer but his voice is nothing special….
Damn, I can’t decide! 😛
C’mon Eve!
ok, Forever is hypnotizing, I admit 😀
I only voted for my crush here….lol…. Melovin is so dreamy and handsome… and he acts like a king on stage…sexy and confident boy…adore him:))
Mélovin shares my dreams sometimes. No idea why. He’s just there randomly, sometimes singing.
We have never actually met as far as I know. Haunting.
Dude is amazing. I mean he is so interesting as an artist. He stands out
Also odds of 10/1 are better than 12/1 ,the entire post belittled by a small error
I guess Eugent. Not so much for the song (here I guess I would go for Austria) but for his artistic personality, his presence on stage and of course his voice.
Why is everyone all of a sudden praising Albania? Yes, he has outstanding vocals! But the song is OUTDATED AS F**K
Because people can think act can mean best vocals: Eugent wins it
Best song: Cesar wins it
Most fans on social media: Melovin wins it
Check your numbers: Melovin has 92k followers on Instagram and Alekseev 663k. Same thing on Facebook or Vk.
Salvador’s song had this evergreen quality to it. Mall sounds like you can hear it in… a mall. In 2007. But I love the guy’s personality so I’m sad his song isn’t better.
Rock is eternal, not outdated 😀
Eugent has amazing voice but his song is so meh…the best combination of great voces and great songs have Cesár, Mélovin and Waylon…..Mikolas is so overrated his song is annoying and his voice is average…
Voted for Eugent and Waylon for their amazing vocals 🙂
Very well done guys and good luck!
Doesn’t matter who wins this one here, it is obvious that Eugent is the best one
They said best male act, so for me is Alekseev! Love your nickname, though!
Agree, Alekseev
Alexander Rybak was left out of the actual poll, it seems.
The omission was made in error. He’s now included in the poll. 🙂
Sweden Ukraine and The Netherlands all the way. They serve quality and deserve a top ten finish.
Sevak for me. Eugent, Rasmussen and Vanja are in a very, VERY close second, but Sevak’s voice is haunting, in a good way.
Ari is way too low on this poll. He is such a talented young man.
Alekseev and Ari would have high votes if they represent with the right song.
Oh god so many talented solo males this year…i love almost all of them but Cesár and Mélovin are the best for me i love their voices i love their songs and i love their looks ?
Waylon and teen Mélovin
Albania!
What about Alexander Rybak???
The omission was made in error. He’s now included in the poll. 🙂
Cesár,Eugent,Mélovin and Waylon are the best singers this year
Eugent and singing Dracula Mélovin sounds the best live
I like lots of these entries but has to be Cesar Sampson all the way for me! Gorgeous voice and song and pretty easy on the eyes ;)! He’s getting my vote in semi 1
Eugent, duh…