What Is It Like to Attend Eurovision?

[@EurovisionSongContest]

We are glad you have enjoyed your first Eurovision experience! Will you be in the audience again in Portugal next year?

[@captRhay]

i hope he comes to portugal! i'll be waiting!!

[@pineapplepizza8639]

hahahaha, can't geoblock americans if they attend it in real life :)

[@ChibiChii24]

Zuramama fucking lmao

[@OdiumAeternum]

Wow didn't knew that, how much does a ticket cost? I couldn't find it in your website.

[@lennach3033]

rafael lima Yeah I was wondering that too

[@ontheinternetnooneknowsyou2764]

As an European, who obviously is very familiar with Eurovision, this was still super interesting. I didn’t know there was that show director guy, pretty cool.

[@MartijnvandeStreek]

"Two cheeseburgers" *opens a box of chicken nuggets*

[@Daggeron67]

there are 2 cheeseburgers in the bag tho

[@ManicMyna]

surely he didn't just eat a whole nugget with no dipping sauce - only an uncouth human would do such an appalling culinary faux pas

[@xpantherx]

9:53 for Drew reacting to something and blinking

[@DavidEriksson372]

I knew Eurovision was huge, but I never realized how huge it is until I saw this. And that's just 15,000 fans, of the 200 million that watch it each year...

[@Suenmk3]

11:30 The curse of the Scanlon joke going unappreciated extends beyond his Giant Bomb environment it seems.

[@AndersCules]

"it's a defence".

[@RockBottomRiser21]

Suenmk3 AUOP!!!

[@colonelj2020]

@ AndersCules I nearly died when I read this comment. That has to be one of the best missed Drew jokes.

[@internetpizza]

"I'm dressed like a speed bump!"

[@MrSceneNine]

Haha. I smiled ear to ear when he said no one was laughing.

[@stoutlager6325]

Wait... Abba was a eurovision act? Holy shit it's true. 1974. They won with 'Waterloo'.

[@paulmarkwilkinson8778]

And Celine Dion as well in 1988

[@MatsJonsson]

I think you should go to Portugal next year. Make this a tradition! ;)

[@bobbuel]

My grandmother was born in Ukraine and came to the United States after WWII. She loved her home but was an even prouder American. She passed away last year, but having never been there myself, I have to say that I find these videos into that land of such strange dualities like EuroVision and nuclear missile bases absolutely fascinating. I'm so glad that this strange and sadly tumultuous country was your first pick to document, for at least my sake to have a small glimpse over her home country. And Drew, your optimism and genuine care into your work makes for a refreshing change in an "influencer" filled world. I wished you luck when you left Giant Bomb, but now I don't need to because Cloth Map has been absolutely amazing, much more than I ever thought (no offense!). On all fronts, thank you.

[@MattPascual]

I love Drew and what Drew do

[@andakuz]

I think the producer countdown should be 1 2 7 3, anyone agree?

[@rytistech]

Heccistan 1 2 7 3 down the rockefeller sreet 😂😂😂

[@GeoffJNewman]

Haha, I've been waiting for this video in particular since knowing you went to Eurovision!!!

[@imtall639]

Love you and the work you're doing Drew. Miss you on the bombcast, but this work is amazing and I'd even say important. Thank you for bringing the world a little closer so those of us who can't go can still experience it. You have my support!

[@sidepresang5771]

Drew eating at McD is oddly comforting.

[@Stoppahpowah]

5 2 1 HERE WE GO

[@elderemunk]

Videos just keep on getting better and better, the moment I see you uploaded a video I have to jump on it right away. Proud to support such awesome work!

[@adas9848]

Thanks! I will be going for the first time from Canada. So it was nice seeing your point of view.

[@rakeesh22]

One of my new favorite channels, great job Drew!

[@klaimore88]

Yet again that was awesome Drew!! Keep up this amazing work. I hope I get to go to Eurovision one day.

[@Avioto]

Awesome to see a completely new perspective of Eurovision, thanks Drew! My favorite entry this year was the UK, but she didn't get far for some reason.

[@Steedy1982]

loving these videos Drew, you are so suited to doing this! great work man! 👍👍

[@bibianaviveiros]

Many thanks for your marvelous way of capting the essence of Eurovision! Next year it will be me for the 1st time watching it live, in my very one conuntry Portugal!

[@AdamLeach]

Fantastic work, Drew. Keep it up.

[@Niki91-HR]

I watch ESC since I was a little kid like most Europeans hehhe And it was actually nice to see a video with scenes we don't see on TV. I was never live at the ESC so I never knew what was going on between breaks and stuff. And btw I am glad that you enjoyed it.

[@pedrofelck]

Eurovision aka the contest that showed epic sax guy to the world

[@NinjaWelshman]

As a long time GB sub I was sad when you left but i'm so happy to see you thrive with your own content. I think you have a VERY bright future ahead of you.

[@MF-jz4gm]

Fantastic video!

[@Rykane]

Fantastic Video Drew. Thanks for letting us see the behind the scenes of the event. Can't wait to see what else you have in store. Thanks!

[@RobbyHuang]

That was a great watch! Really like how you showed the behind the scenes and the stuff we wouldn't actually be able to find anywhere else without actually going.

[@zaldare]

Wow! That was amazing to see. I have very little interest in Eurovision but seeing how it is going to an an event like this actually got me interested. Thanks Drew, great production!

[@cristianasilva6127]

This video is amazing! I plan to go next year because it will be hosted by my country (Portugal)! Thank you for the inside look 👍

[@darth_spicef1]

Superb video. Although I have Eurovision, it was really interesting to watch this in the spot, kinda behind the scenes look on it. great work. Keep on trucking Drew!!!

[@avergara400]

que buen video, algún día espero poder ir a un Eurovisión.

[@dimebag667]

I wouldn't even know about Eurovision if it weren't for you. Thank you!

[@mrsmi1ey]

This was awesome. These videos keep getting better and better!

[@Noctorrent]

Great video. Loved the slow motion shots!

[@lokar36]

I never wanted to go to Eurovision before. Now I do. Thanks Drew!

[@decdeclanlan]

Absolutely awesome video Drew!!! These videos are awesome.

[@MAXPAYNE485]

Drew, keep doing amazing things man!

[@BroadwayAffair]

Omg amazin document from being there :) I was actually in Amsterdam on Eurovision in concert and it was amazing, seeing those singers live, and meet other euro fans :) I wish i could go to ESC someday ;)

[@TravThompson]

DREW Seriously, this is an amazing edit, you do some really great work!

[@jwarendsen]

Thanks Drew, looks like a grand 'ol time!

[@Kyle-zo8ke]

Absolutely fantastic.

[@experiment506]

Hey Drew. KZbin just recommended this video to me. Good to see you're doing well.

[@GrabbinPills]

Wonderful. Thanks Drew!

[@NestanSvensk]

I can't believe Drew is the kind of American who get McDonalds when he's abroad. With my Patreon money even!

[@AcidicPlague]

On the other hand though, its always been interesting to me as a traveller to experience how mcdonalds is different in various places!

[@99redninjas]

True, but if you're in a hurry familiar is always nice.

[@buzzclikverifyme]

Yup, this. Getting McDonald's in foreign countries is mandatory. Y'know, in the name of understanding cultural differences!

[@RunningToNotBeSeen]

Drew your editing is great

[@TheSlowpC]

Another great episode!!! Keep it up drew!

[@sfoldz]

YES DREW IS BACK BABY!!!!

[@kidrauhl994]

Damn this is the best video about ESC2017. And actually I’ve been standing next to you haha

[@Whatthetrash]

This is fantastic!! :)

[@MoonOutful]

It feels like that you guys are more hyped about Eurovision than the average European :D

[@lechlozny714]

A video of Drew in a Nuclear missile base, and a video of Drew at Eurovision. I think this series has peaked frankly. Or at least, I've gotten my money's worth from it. Other than Drew going to space, we've hit the major milestones.

[@SsppuuttnniikK]

Holy crap. Drew, I didn't know you had already gotten Cloth Map up and running, and it was a positive surprise on reddit.com/r/videos! I've been following your stuff ever since you started working at giantbomb, and I was excited to see what you'd get up to once you left. This video seems like me being bummed out by you leaving GB was unwarranted, it's amazing. I'm thuroughly looking forward to similar videos in the future. Of course, being Swedish, the Eurovision is an interesting subject - but nevertheless I'm looking forward to any content you put out in the future, and you can be sure I'll support your endeavours on Patreon as soon as I stop being a poor student. Thanks for the quality content!

[@chill3525]

Wait was that Epic Sax Guy making a return at 8:27?

[@toffeeoliver]

Yes, yes it was

[@Emem0r]

Great video, thanks.

[@Mosgeek]

Amazing video Drew! Huge like

[@gulinotm]

"5...2...1.." lmao

[@CuteArwen]

Such a good video!

[@PuuberZ]

Drews hair is looking pretty majestic in this video.

[@chill3525]

Great video dude

[@Adrian-S.]

Very well made video, really liked it! Next in Tel Aviv Israel - it would be fun if you make another video like that! Good luck!

[@Xfirefire]

That was an awesome video.

[@7lovessomemusic]

Thanks for share the experience for who can't be there 😊

[@chortearl]

great video!

[@BlaizeV]

This was really fantastic, especially as a look behind the curtain of one of the strangest shows on Earth. I've been watching Eurovision since the 90s and often times I really do wonder why but this sort of affirms why for me. Because it's this rather unique weirdly strange but ultimately enjoyable and happy thing. It never feels like its worth the time but every year even if I turn it on abit late I always find myself watching it.

[@aniforprez]

"i kept making jokes and nobody laughed" drew with your delivery i'd be surprised if anyone paid attention at all amazing video as always

[@OGR-4394]

"I kept making jokes and nobody laughed".

[@EdgeLoopGaming]

Cool video, really entertaining! Would love to see more of this type of video as well as the game related stuff :)

[@dislikedkiller]

OMG drew thank you!

[@mentonerodominicano]

This was such a sweet video, definitely a great view from your spot. Subscribed. I was definitely wondering how they set up those stages so fast for every performanc.

[@ilonaOakenshield]

i hate that this video popped up in my recommendations JUST as I decided not to buy Eurovision tickets for the 2020 show in the Netherlands, it's my home country but I temporarily moved to Bulgaria so while heavily conflicted, i decided to wait until it was in a more convenient place damn you for showing me a good time :P (but seriously, great video!)

[@phil3610]

nice job drew, cool vid

[@tiagopicas2736]

Yeah Portugal🇵🇹🇵🇹

[@hollywoodbanger]

Nice video!!!!

[@jessewilliams1276]

I subscribed after watching his buzzfeed interview. This is a cool KZbin channel lol.

[@WEKS87]

The culmination of all the Eurobeat talk on Giant Bomb.

[@JustinWillisDevil240Z]

Everytime I think about cutting my hair short I see drews hair and change my mind.

[@pineapplepizza8639]

I'm also American and I really really really want to see Eurovision live some day :D

[@Spielen89]

Loving the start to Cloth Map Drew. Honest constructive criticism is that transitions could be a bit cleaner. Also such a shame you only had the little camera, cause you could've got much better low light shots, wider angles and use the shotgun mic to help the audio when talking to camera. Regardless, I fucking love that you're pushing forward with Cloth Map and can't wait for more videos.

[@robeywan]

10:42 Aussie flag \m/, love you Drew

[@tmccormick892]

did you tell those Australians you were the blinking white guy

[@Peanut_Arbuckle]

that Eurovision show reminded me of those weird intro commercials in MGS4

[@MillionBloknotov]

Such a cool 😎 video

[@Verse84]

Drew can be an honorary Australian anytime.

[@Sarmi1995]

Was it easy to get a ticket? I'm a massive fan of Eurovision and they usually say tickets run out within minutes

[@luckybyres7628]

I really wanna go to eurovison😂😂

[@Chummy8]

Sunstroke Project got robbed. Hey Mamma is my official summer jam.

[@Pseudynom]

I wish I could attend ESC. How much is a ticket?

[@njrom]

Was the 5, 2, 1 a reverese monty python reference?

[@LostMind88]

I have an important question, it was allowed to people have their own photograph cameras? Or its not?

[@tatelax]

What was the song used in the intro?

[@eurooov3485]

I just found this nice video now and I've a question: Are you standing the whole time?

[@sfoldz]

what camera is this btw?

[@Mrlogan1223]

Just wanted to chime in on the "this isn't about games" comments. Personally, these videos are so high quality that I don't really care. Besides, Eurovision is loosely a game, and the bunker stuff was because so many video games have you going through abandoned missile bunkers. I wouldn't mind more of a connection to games, but so far these have been entertaining nonetheless.

[@Azrael-XIII]

Great vid. Maybe drew could sponsor deal with McDonald's if he just eats it in every country he travels to in every video. I mean, it made me want some anyway lol

[@RiskyFriskyHandle]

nice

[@vogelmeister6809]

I would love to attend but unfortunately I am "broke" and "Australian" (can't believe you saw epic sax guy and verka tho)

[@goonertron87]

Euro producer looks like Old Drew.

[@settingsun8403]

this is how wars should be fought