3 - Songwriting for Eurovision: Authenticity, Collaboration and Risk-Taking

From Camp to Stage: The Journey of FARMACY (Eurobaeddies)

In this episode, Chris is joined by songwriters and music producers Neli Jerot and Tina Malmstrøm to unpack their whirlwind experience at a Eurovision songwriting camp in Norway, where they formed the group FARMACY and co-wrote a song they submitted for Eurovision. They dive deep into the highs and challenges of collaboration, the tension between creative instincts and tight deadlines, and what it really means to stay authentic in the songwriting and music-making process.

Reflecting on their journey—from the intensity of writing under pressure to the thrill (and vulnerability) of performing their unreleased song at San Marino’s Eurovision song selection semi-finals —they discuss the lessons learned, the unexpected dynamics of group creativity, and the personal growth that comes from stepping into new artistic spaces. They also touch on the impact of their San Marino experience, the balance between technical skills and raw ideas, and the ever-present challenge of overcoming self-doubt in music.

🔹 Topics Covered:

• The reality of songwriting camps and the fast-paced world of Eurovision

• Why authenticity is the key to a great song and performance

• Navigating group dynamics and creative tensions

• Overcoming insecurities in a competitive industry

• How collaboration fosters accountability and unexpected breakthroughs

• The balance between preparation and spontaneity in songwriting

• Personal reflections on sharing music before it's “perfect”

  
  

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction

00:00 The Formation of Farmacy and Initial Experiences 

03:05 Diverse Backgrounds and Motivations for Songwriting 

06:08 Authenticity in Songwriting and Eurovision 

08:55 Creative Process and Group Dynamics 

11:53 Reflections on the San Marino Experience 

15:11 Building Connections and Team Dynamics 

18:00 Overcoming Insecurities in Creative Spaces 

20:58 The Value of Ideas Over Perfection 

24:00 Final Thoughts on Eurovision and Future Aspirations 

26:17 Authenticity in Performance 

30:05 The Pressure of Time in Songwriting 

37:00 Collaboration and Creative Accountability 

40:34 Reflections on the Eurovision Experience 

44:46 Sharing Personal Creations.