Eurovision 2015: Malta

You have to hand it to the Maltese.  Even though the country has a population of a little over 400,000, they can put on a slick and professional show with talented performers.

Unlike most other countries in Europe, Eurovision is the pinnacle of musical success in Malta and is really the only way Maltese artists get exposure in other parts of Europe.

This year's national final was even more impressive than most, since they were reusing much of the infrastructure built to host the 2014 Junior Eurovision Song Contest--including a renovated shipbuilding complex into the performance venue.

I think all of this comes together in the winning song:

Amber   "Warrior"

Amber has been a bridesmaid four times in the Maltese national final, but this year she received top marks from all of the jurors and the voting public.

Can't fault their choice either.  Amber had a good voice, they've styled her well, and the song's not too bad either.

But my personal vote would have gone to this song:

Chris Grech  "Closed Doors"

It's the Maltese Sting!   Who could resist the Maltese Sting?

Well, everybody.  He came in fourth.

I fully expect that Malta's got another song to take them to the final, and for the Eurovision-mad country that's a good thing.

And before you go, please enjoy the singing nuns.

Ekklesia Sisters   "Love and Let Go"