Today we start the second round of rehearsals for the semi-finalists. It is now the last things needs to be settled in order for it to look good for the semi-finals on Tuesday and Thursday next week. With 13 countries on stage today it will also be the busiest day so far.
Denmark are pinning their hopes on young rock band A Friend In London this year, and optimism and a buoyant mood are evident as New Tomorrow is performed on stage. The Danes have great ambitions for their entry this year and are leaving nothing to chance.
Time to hand the stage over to one of this year's more noticeable entries - subtelty has never been understood by the Belarussians, and this year's entry is no exception. I Love Belarus is so over the top and kitsch that it's borderline cool and ridiculous!
Maja Keuc is perhaps the voice of today's rehearsals and anticipation surrounding her performance was huge. Needless to say, she did not disappoint turning in one stellar performance after the other leaving fans and press alike enraptured in the hall.
Having failed to get to the final since 2007, the pressure must surely be palpable for Vlatko and his dancers. If he feels the pressure, he certainly didn't let it show, giving us a very professional first rehearsal.
Today the last 10 countries placed in the second semi-final will be rehearsing on stage here in Düsseldorf for the first time. We have a strong list of songs to look forward to. Is your favourite among them?
With fresh faced Eric riding high on favourite lists both with fans and bookmakers alike, his rehearsal was by far the most anticipated of the day. Plagued by numerous hitches, the first rehearsal was far from satisfactory, no doubt leaving SVT demanding answers as to what went wrong.
Mika's victory was controversial this year owing to speculation and rumours of vote rigging and favouritism. Would her first rehearsal be just as messy as the national final?
Next up after the powerballad from Austria is the Netherlands with their musical version of the Three Musketeers performing their anthemic pop-rock number giving a great contrast which should work in 3JS' favour.
With the programme for day 3 starting in a few minutes we will now get to see the countries located in the second semi-final on stage here in Düsseldorf for the first time. Check our schedule to see what we will be covering for you today.
