Alternative Eurovision Song Contest 4

The **Alternative Eurovision Song Contest 04** is set to be the 4th edition of the Alternative Eurovision Song Contest. The contest was held in  Sweden after **Felizia K** won the last edition with her song **"Chameleon Girl"**, with a total of 400 points. It was the first time that Sweden hosted the contest, and first time the contest had taken place in scandinavian country. Three live shows took place in Globe Arena, hosted by Petra Mede and Måns Zelmerlöw.

## Location - Stockholm, Sweden

**Sweden**, formally the **Kingdom of Sweden**, is a Nordic country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe. It borders Norway to the west and north, Finland to the east, and is connected to Denmark in the southwest by a bridge–tunnel across the Öresund. At 447,425 square kilometres (172,752 sq mi), Sweden is the largest Nordic country, the third-largest country in the European Union, and the fifth-largest country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Stockholm. Sweden has a total population of 10.5 million, and a low population density of 25.5 inhabitants per square kilometre (66/sq mi), with around 87% of Swedes residing in urban areas, which cover 1.5% of the entire land area, in the central and southern half of the country.

**Stockholm** is the capital of and most populous city in Sweden as well as the largest urban area in the Nordic countries. Approximately 980,000 people live in the municipality, with 2.1 million in the urban area, and 2.4 million in the metropolitan area. The city stretches across fourteen islands where Lake Mälaren flows into the Baltic Sea. Outside the city to the east, and along the coast, is the island chain of the Stockholm archipelago. The area has been settled since the Stone Age, in the 6th millennium BC, and was founded as a city in 1252 by Swedish statesman Birger Jarl. It is also the county seat of Stockholm County. The population of the municipality of Stockholm is expected to reach one million people in 2025.

## The Venue - Globe Arena

Globe Arena is the second largest spherical building on Earth and took two and a half years to build. It was the largest spherical structure in the world until the opening of Sphere at The Venetian Resort on July 4, 2023. It has a diameter of 110 metres (360 ft) and an inner height of 85 metres (279 ft). The volume of the building is 605,000 cubic metres (21,400,000 cu ft) and it has a seating capacity of 16,000 spectators for shows and concerts, and 13,850 for ice hockey. In the upper area there are 40 VIP boxes and a restaurant. The steel, concrete and glass construction designed by the architects Berg Arkitektkontor AB is supported by a MERO space structure. It represents the Sun in the Sweden Solar System, the world's largest scale model of the Solar System.

## Format

### Design

The theme art for Alternative Eurovision Song Contest 4, featuring a rainbow star, was carefully chosen to symbolize unity and tolerance. Here's a short design explanation: "Our theme art for Alternative Eurovision Song Contest 4 is a radiant rainbow star, meticulously crafted to represent the core values of unity and tolerance. The star, with its multi-colored facets, embodies the diverse and inclusive spirit of our event. Each hue in the rainbow signifies a unique perspective, culture, and identity, coming together harmoniously to create something beautiful. The star's unity at its center reflects the unifying power of music, bringing people from various backgrounds together, transcending barriers, and fostering understanding. This image serves as a powerful reminder that, in the world of music, every note, every voice, and every individual is celebrated, regardless of differences. As we host this event in the vibrant city of Stockholm, known for its commitment to diversity and acceptance, our theme art stands as a beacon of hope and a celebration of the human experience. It reminds us that, like the colors of a rainbow, our differences are what make us shine the brightest, and our unity is a force that can illuminate the world. With this theme art, we invite participants and viewers to join us in celebrating not only the music but also the values of unity and tolerance that make Alternative Eurovision Song Contest a truly exceptional and inclusive event."

### Presenters

**Petra Maria Mede** is a Swedish comedian, dancer, actress and television presenter, born in Stockholm, and raised in Gothenburg. Mede is known for her several roles in comic shows and as a television presenter. She is best known outside of Sweden for hosting the Eurovision Song Contest in 2013 and 2016, as well as co-hosting *Eurovision Song Contest's Greatest Hits* in 2015.

**Måns Petter Albert Sahlén Zelmerlöw** is a Swedish pop singer and television presenter. He took part in *Idol 2005*, eventually finishing fifth, won the first season of *Let's Dance,* and scored a hit with his 2007 song "Cara Mia", which was his entry in that year's Melodifestivalen. Zelmerlöw was the host of *Allsång på Skansen* from 2011 to 2013. He participated in Melodifestivalen in 2007, 2009 and won in 2015. Zelmerlöw represented Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 with the song "Heroes", winning the contest with 365 points. Zelmerlöw and Petra Mede co-hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 2016 held in Stockholm.