Portugal is gearing up their preparations for Festival da Canção 2024. As artists look ahead to the national final, which begins on February 24th, Angus speaks to LEFT.. He is vying to represent Portugal in Malmö with his song “Volto a ti”.
Check out our interview with LEFT. here!
LEFT. talks with Angus about the story behind his name, why he is now writing in Portuguese, his upcoming album “Limbo”, and a lot more.
About LEFT.
LEFT. is the stage name of António Graça. His musical career first took flight in 2015 when he won the National Band Competition, held by Portuguese radio station Antena 3. Since then, he has released two albums, evolving from indie-folk on his debut “Influence” to a more electronic, poppy sound on follow-up “Perspective”. In 2023, he released the EP “Pop-Snacks” and worked with acts such as INÊS APENAS. “Volto a ti” is the first track of LEFT.’s upcoming album “Limbo,” which will be his first album in Portuguese.
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.
What do you think of our interview with LEFT.? Do you think “Volto a ti” could represent Portugal in Malmö? As always, let us know what you think by commenting below. Also, be sure to follow “That Eurovision Site” on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok, Threads, Tumblr and Bluesky as we prepare for Eurovision 2024!
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