Portugal is gearing up their preparations for Festival da Canção 2024. As artists look ahead to the national final, which begins on February 24th, Rory speaks to Beatriz from Perpétua. They are vying to represent Portugal in Malmö with their song “Bem Longe Daqui”.
Check out our interview with Perpétua here!
Together, Beatriz and Rory talk about their song “Bem Longe Daqui”. She also explains the band’s love for genre-blending and their joy at being the only band in Festival da Canção this year. She also offers a message to her newfound international fans, and offers recommendations if you like the band’s song.
About Perpétua
Perpétua is a four-piece band comprised of Beatriz Capote, Diogo Rocha, Ruben Teixeira and Xavier Sousa. Originating from the northern city of Aveiro, the band shot to fame with their hit songs “Condição” and “Perdi a Cor”, which received huge radio play in 2021. Since then, the band has gone from strength to strength, going on to release an album and an EP in 2022. Their entry into Festival da Canção 2024 – “Bem Longe Daqui” – was written by the band themselves.
Portugal’s Eurovision journey
Portugal debuted in the Eurovision Song Contest with António Calvário’s “Oração” in 1964. Since then, Portugal has participated in the competition 54 times – appearing the final 45 times. Their only win in the competition came in 2017 with Salvador Sobral, performing his heart-wrenching song “Amar Pelos Dois”.
Portugal’s most recent participation was with Mimicat with the song “Ai, coração”. Mimicat managed to qualify for the Grand Final and once there, she finished in 23rd place. She received a total of 59 points, of which 43 points came from the jury and 16 points came the televote.
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