Moldova's previous appearances: 2 year(s) out of 51 [note] Years participated: 2005- [note] Best result: 6th (2005)
Moldova participated at Eurovision for the first time in 2005, becoming one of the last east European nations to do so. Needless to say, Moldova had to take part in the Semi Final along with the other newcomers, but it proved little obstacle to Zdob si Zdub and their song 'Bunica bate toba'. Presenting an enjoyable song unlike any other in the Contest, coupled with a memorable gimmick in the form of the drumming granny in a rocking chair, Moldova gained an impressive 2nd place in the Semi Final, before going on to finish 6th in the Final. With direct entry to the 2006 Final secured, Moldova's hopes rested on former O-Zone singer Arsenium, assisted by the barely-dressed Natalie Gordienko. Their performance of 'Loca' failed to convince, however, meaning that Moldova finds itself back in the Semi Final for 2007. Get 'The Eurovision Song Contest: The Offical History' at Amazon.co.uk
Position in Semi Final draw: 9 Position in Final draw: 24
What I said prior to the Semi Final: "Natalia Barbu will represent Moldova in Helsinki, performing the song 'Fight'. It's a strong, credible song and Natalia has a good voice."
My prediction for Semi Final: 14th to 16th My prediction for Final: Unlikely to qualify What I predicted prior to the Semi Final: "This is certainly a stronger effort than last year, and - depending on the live performance - in with a chance of making it into the Final. I think it may miss out though. " Want an alternative prediction? See Simon Hylands' 'Je t'adore, Eurovision!' site
In the run up to the Contest, 1,274 visitors to this site awarded points to their favourite songs in the Soult.com Eurovision Jury Vote 2007, voting as a representative of their own country's 'jury'. The votes awarded by representatives of each country were totalled, with each of the 42 participating countries (plus the 'Rest of the World') then awarding points - 12, 10, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 - based on the overall voting preference of its representatives. The points awarded to the entry from Moldova are shown in the tables below: