History of the Eurovision Song Contest instruments during the short break between the songs. On the other hand, a backing tape may have no voices on it, singing still must be done live. Before 1997 backing tracks were allowed, but only if all instruments on tape were featured on stage. This explains the odd situation in 1996, when Gina G, entrant for the United Kingdom, had two computer screens on stage. Other than the earliest contests, each and every entry has been fixed at a maximum three minutes in length. Previous performers at the Eurovision Song Contest include: History of the Eurovision Song Contest The history
Armenia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 Armenia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 Armenia participated in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 in Vienna, Austria. Their entry was selected through an internal selection, organised by the Armenian broadcaster Public Television of Armenia (AMPTV). The nation was represented by the song "Face the Shadow" performed by the group Genealogy, which featured members from the worldwide Armenian diaspora. Prior to the 2015 Contest, Armenia had participated in the Eurovision Song Contest eight times since its first entry in 2006. Its highest placing in the contest, to this point, has been fourth place, which the nation achieved on two occasions: