Armenia in the Eurovision Song Contest
Armenia has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest 16 times since making its debut in 2006, when André became the first participant representing Armenia and was the first singer from the Caucasus region to compete at Eurovision. Armenia has reached the top 10 on eight occasions, with the country's best result in the contest being two fourth-place finishes, achieved by Sirusho with the song "Qélé, Qélé" (2008), and Aram Mp3 with "Not Alone" (2014). 2011 was the first year that Armenia failed to advance from the semi-final round. This was followed by the country withdrawing from the 2012 contest due to security concerns in the host city, Baku. In 2018 and 2019, Armenia consecutively failed to qualify from the semi-finals for the second and third time respectively. Armenia planned to participate in the 2021 contest but withdrew before selecting an entry. Armenia has qualified for every grand final since it returned in 2022.
Hayko performing "Anytime You Need" in Helsinki (2007)
Sirusho performing "Qélé, Qélé" in Belgrade (2008)
Dorians performing "Lonely Planet" in Malmö (2013)
Aram Mp3 performing "Not Alone" in Copenhagen (2014)
Eurovision Song Contest 2006
The Eurovision Song Contest 2006 was the 51st edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Athens, Greece, following the country's victory at the 2005 contest with the song "My Number One" by Helena Paparizou. Organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and host broadcaster Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation (ERT), the contest was held at the Nikos Galis Olympic Indoor Hall, and consisted of a semi-final on 18 May, and a final on 20 May 2006. The two live shows were presented by American television personality Maria Menounos and Greek former contestant Sakis Rouvas.
Olympic Indoor Hall, Athens - host venue of the 2006 contest.
Nana Mouskouri appeared as a guest in the grand final.
Cover art of the official album
Image: Maria Menounos AA Feb 09