Guildo Horn Dishes on the Modern Eurovision Song Contest: "It ain't my game anymore"
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Veteran German ESC participant, Guildo Horn, has lost his connection to the Eurovision Song Contest of today. At 62, he feels "too old" for it and laments that it's not his competition. Last year, he found little to appeal to his taste. He criticizes the overreliance on video walls and extravagant productions, stating that today's performers are reduced to mere pieces in the spectacle[4][3].
Horn identifies as a "purist" who prefers vintage music with strong melodies. Bucking the current trend, he will perform at an inclusive music festival in Trier on May 17, sharing the stage with a band of musicians with disabilities—a cause dear to his heart.
Abor & Tynna's Entry Gets a Thumbs-Up
Despite his disdain for the modern ESC, Horn gives a shoutout to this year's German entry, "Baller," by Abor & Tynna. He acknowledges their stage presence and wishes them success, even though their style isn't quite his cup of tea[1].
Originally from Trier, Horn was a music therapist after earning a degree in pedagogy. His advocacy for people with disabilities spans decades, and he reached the 7th place in the ESC in 1998 with the song "Guildo has you"[1][4]. He resides now in the Bergisches Land, near Cologne.
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[1] Source: Bio[3] Source: Interview with German news network RND[4] Source: Article on the subject, The Epoch Times, 2022.
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, a subjectclose to Horn's heart as an advocate for people with disabilities. Guildo Horn, despite his criticism of the modern Eurovision Song Contest, acknowledges the talent and stage presence of this year's German entry, Abor & Tynna, even though their style may not match his vintage, purist taste in music. As a music therapist and former ESC participant, Horn's love for entertainment and pop-culture is evident, having described his experience in the contest as a defining moment in his career. In response to his disdain for today's ESC, Horn will perform at an inclusive music festival in Trier, sharing the stage with musicians with disabilities, a testament to his long-standing commitment.
