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== RE:Melodia ==
== RE:Melodia ==
'''SanderNL''' made his debut in the [[Season 1|first season]] of the rebooted Melodia Song Contest (also known as Melodia Song Contest ReImagined or RE:Melodia). In the 1 season he has participated, SanderNL has received his highest placement in Season 5 where he placed 2nd.
'''SanderNL''' made his debut in the inaugural season of the rebooted Melodia Song Contest (also known as Melodia Song Contest ReImagined or RE:Melodia) and has since become one of the contest's most dedicated and consistent participants. Over the course of 18 seasons, SanderNL has established himself as a veteran competitor with a remarkable track record of diverse country representation and memorable song selections.
 
=== Career Overview and Achievements ===
SanderNL holds the distinction of having '''perfect attendance''' since RE:Melodia's inception, participating in every single season from Season 1 through Season 17. This makes him one of the longest-running participants in the contest's history. His dedication to the competition has resulted in an impressive cumulative total of '''1,108 points''' earned across all seasons.
 
His '''career-best performance''' came in Season 5, where he represented '''Australia''' with Luke Hemmings' emotional indie-pop track "Baby Blue," achieving a remarkable '''2nd place finish''' with 99 points. This remains his highest placement in a Grand Final and stands as one of the most memorable performances in RE:Melodia history.
 
In the semi-final format, SanderNL achieved his greatest triumph in Season 12, where he represented '''Canada''' with ELIO's future-pop track "More Than My Mind." He won the semi-final with an impressive '''114 points''', marking the only time he has topped a semi-final leaderboard. He subsequently finished 8th in the Grand Final with 97 points.
 
=== Performance Analysis: Two Distinct Eras ===
SanderNL's career can be divided into two distinct periods that reflect both his personal evolution as a participant and the contest's format changes.
 
==== Early Era Success (Seasons 1-10) ====
The first decade of SanderNL's participation was marked by consistent excellence. During this period, he achieved an '''average final position of 9.8''', securing '''four top 5 finishes''' and '''seven top 10 placements'''. This era included some of his most memorable performances:
 
* '''Season 1''': 3rd place with Isle of Man (New Hope Club - "Let Me Down Slow") - A strong debut performance
* '''Season 5''': 2nd place with Australia (Luke Hemmings - "Baby Blue") - His career pinnacle
* '''Season 7''': 4th place with United States (half- alive - "The Fall") - Strong alternative rock showing
* '''Season 9''': 3rd place with Ireland (modernlove. - "Follow You") - Another podium finish
 
==== Semi-Final Era Challenges (Seasons 11-17) ====
The introduction of semi-finals in Season 11 marked a new chapter in SanderNL's career, though one that proved more challenging. His '''average position dropped to 14.3''' during this period, with '''no top 5 finishes''' but still managing '''two top 10 placements'''.
 
Despite the overall decline in final positions, this era included some significant achievements:
* '''Season 11''': 8th place with Sweden, earning his '''highest-ever point total of 101 points''' with Tove Lo's "Borderline"
* '''Season 12''': '''Won the semi-final''' representing Canada with ELIO's "More Than My Mind," followed by an 8th place finish
* '''Season 16''': His only '''Did Not Qualify''' result, representing United States with dreamfone's "your apartment"
 
=== Notable Song Selections and Artists ===
Throughout his career, SanderNL has demonstrated an keen ear for emerging and established artists across multiple genres. His selections have included future stars like Luke Hemmings from 5 Seconds of Summer, established acts like Tove Lo, rising alternative bands like half- alive, and innovative artists like ELIO. His choices often reflect current trends in alternative and indie music, showcasing both mainstream appeal and underground credibility.
 
=== Current Status and Legacy ===
As of Season 17, SanderNL represented Ireland with modernlove.'s "Us," finishing in 15th place. Despite facing increased competition and format changes, he remains one of RE:Melodia's most consistent and respected participants. His '''17-season streak''' of participation, combined with his memorable song choices, has cemented his status as a cornerstone of the RE:Melodia community.
 
With over 1,100 points earned and a legacy spanning the contest's entire history, SanderNL continues to be a formidable presence in Melodia Song Contest ReImagined, always capable of delivering unexpected results and quality musical selections that keep audiences engaged season after season.


=== Results ===
=== Results ===
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| style="text-align:center;"| 8
| style="text-align:center;"| 64
| style="text-align:center;"| 64
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 12|12]]
| [[File:Flag of Portugal.svg|20x20px]] Lisbon
| Canada
| ELIO
| "More Than My Mind"
| style="text-align:center;"| 8
| style="text-align:center;"| 97
| style="background:gold; font-weight:bold; text-align:center;"| 1
| style="background:gold; font-weight:bold; text-align:center;"| 114
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 13|13]]
| [[File:Flag of Germany.svg|20x20px]] Munich
| United States
| Nightly
| "don't even think about it"
| style="text-align:center;"| 25
| style="text-align:center;"| 43
| style="text-align:center;"| 9
| style="text-align:center;"| 75
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 14|14]]
| [[File:Flag of Sweden.svg|20x20px]] Stockholm
| United States
| ufo ufo
| "Fools"
| style="text-align:center;"| 14
| style="text-align:center;"| 87
| style="background:#c96; font-weight:bold; text-align:center;"| 3
| style="background:#c96; font-weight:bold; text-align:center;"| 90
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 15|15]]
| [[File:Flag of Gibraltar.svg|20x20px]] Gibraltar
| United States
| Fly By Midnight
| "Infinitely Falling"
| style="text-align:center;"| 19
| style="text-align:center;"| 66
| style="text-align:center;"| 4
| style="text-align:center;"| 79
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 16|16]]
| [[File:Flag of South Korea.svg|20x20px]] Seoul
| United States
| dreamfone
| "your apartment'
| colspan="2" style="color: #6e6e6e; vertical-align: middle; text-align:center;" |<small>Did not Qualify</small>
| style="text-align:center; background: #FE8080;"| 14
| style="text-align:center; background: #FE8080;"| 38
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 17|17]]
| [[File:Flag of Canada.svg|20x20px]] Montreal
| Ireland
| modernlove
| "Us"
| style="text-align:center;"| 15
| style="text-align:center;"| 79
| style="text-align:center;"| 6
| style="text-align:center;"| 76
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |[[Season 18|18]]
| [[File:Flag of Portugal.svg|20x20px]] TBA
| United States
| TBD
| TBD
| style="text-align:center;"| TBD
| style="text-align:center;"| TBD
| style="text-align:center;"| TBD
| style="text-align:center;"| TBD
|}
|}


=== Countries ===
=== Countries ===
These are all the countries SanderNL has ever claimed.
These are all the countries SanderNL has ever claimed.
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|-
|-
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! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Australia.svg|20x20px]] Australia
| 1
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Belgium.svg|20x20px]] Belgium
| 1
| 1
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Belgium.svg|20x20px]] Belgium
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Canada.svg|20x20px]] Canada
| 1
| 1
|-
|-
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! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Ireland.svg|20x20px]] Ireland
| 1
| 1
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Isle of Man.svg|20x20px]] Isle of Man
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Isle of Man.svg|20x20px]] Isle of Man
| 1
| 1
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Sweden.svg|20x20px]] Sweden
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Sweden.svg|20x20px]] Sweden
| 1
| 1
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of the United States.svg|20x20px]] United States
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of the United States.svg|20x20px]] United States
| 6
| 7
|-
|-
|}
|}
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|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of United Kingdom.svg|20x20px]] English
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of United Kingdom.svg|20x20px]] English
| 11
| 12
|-
|-
|}
|}
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! scope="col"| Video
! scope="col"| Video
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Isle of Man.svg|20x20px]] Isle of Man
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Isle of Man.svg|20x20px]] Isle of Man
| |[[Season 1|1]]
| |[[Season 1|1]]
| |[[Twinkfest]]
| |[[Twinkfest]]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD01%20-%20Twinkfest.mp4 Tube] [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD01%20-%20Twinkfest%20Results.mp4 Results]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD01%20-%20Twinkfest.mp4 Tube] [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD01%20-%20Twinkfest%20Results.mp4 Results]
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of the United States.svg|20x20px]] United States
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="3"| [[File:Flag of the United States.svg|20x20px]] United States
| |[[Season 2|2]]
| |[[Season 2|2]]
| |[[Melodex]]
| |[[Melodex]]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex.mp4 Tube] [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex%20Results.mp4 Results]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex.mp4 Tube] [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex%20Results.mp4 Results]
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of the United States.svg|20x20px]] United States
| |[[Season 3|3]]
| |[[Season 3|2]]
| |[[Melodex|Melodex Season 2]]
| |[[Melodex|Melodex Season 2]]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex.mp4 Tube] [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex%20Results.mp4 Results]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex.mp4 Tube] [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD02%20-%20Melodex%20Results.mp4 Results]
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of the United States.svg|20x20px]] United States
| |[[Season 7|7]]
| |[[Season 7|7]]
| |[[Melodex|Revenge of the Melodex]]
| |[[Melodex|Revenge of the Melodex]]
| [https://youtu.be/2Ex2DzMsVx0 YouTube]
| [https://youtu.be/2Ex2DzMsVx0 YouTube]
|-
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Sweden.svg|20x20px]] Sweden
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Sweden.svg|20x20px]] Sweden
| |[[Season 11|11]]
| |[[Season 11|11]]
| |[[Melodex|Melodex Sverige]]
| |[[Melodex|Melodex Sverige]]
| [https://youtu.be/hNSPqHcbjJE YouTube]
| [https://youtu.be/hNSPqHcbjJE YouTube]
|-
! scope="row" style="vertical-align:top; text-align:left;" rowspan="1"| [[File:Flag of Canada.svg|20x20px]] Canada
| |[[Season 12|12]]
| |[[Melodex|Melodex Canada]]
| [https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD12%20-%20Song%20Reveal.mp4 Tube]
|-
|-
|}
|}
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File:MLD09.png|link=https://tube.as-server.nl/api/video/MLD09%20-%20modernlove.%20Song%20Reveal.mp4
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Latest revision as of 15:47, 20 July 2025

RE:Melodia

SanderNL made his debut in the inaugural season of the rebooted Melodia Song Contest (also known as Melodia Song Contest ReImagined or RE:Melodia) and has since become one of the contest's most dedicated and consistent participants. Over the course of 18 seasons, SanderNL has established himself as a veteran competitor with a remarkable track record of diverse country representation and memorable song selections.

Career Overview and Achievements

SanderNL holds the distinction of having perfect attendance since RE:Melodia's inception, participating in every single season from Season 1 through Season 17. This makes him one of the longest-running participants in the contest's history. His dedication to the competition has resulted in an impressive cumulative total of 1,108 points earned across all seasons.

His career-best performance came in Season 5, where he represented Australia with Luke Hemmings' emotional indie-pop track "Baby Blue," achieving a remarkable 2nd place finish with 99 points. This remains his highest placement in a Grand Final and stands as one of the most memorable performances in RE:Melodia history.

In the semi-final format, SanderNL achieved his greatest triumph in Season 12, where he represented Canada with ELIO's future-pop track "More Than My Mind." He won the semi-final with an impressive 114 points, marking the only time he has topped a semi-final leaderboard. He subsequently finished 8th in the Grand Final with 97 points.

Performance Analysis: Two Distinct Eras

SanderNL's career can be divided into two distinct periods that reflect both his personal evolution as a participant and the contest's format changes.

Early Era Success (Seasons 1-10)

The first decade of SanderNL's participation was marked by consistent excellence. During this period, he achieved an average final position of 9.8, securing four top 5 finishes and seven top 10 placements. This era included some of his most memorable performances:

  • Season 1: 3rd place with Isle of Man (New Hope Club - "Let Me Down Slow") - A strong debut performance
  • Season 5: 2nd place with Australia (Luke Hemmings - "Baby Blue") - His career pinnacle
  • Season 7: 4th place with United States (half- alive - "The Fall") - Strong alternative rock showing
  • Season 9: 3rd place with Ireland (modernlove. - "Follow You") - Another podium finish

Semi-Final Era Challenges (Seasons 11-17)

The introduction of semi-finals in Season 11 marked a new chapter in SanderNL's career, though one that proved more challenging. His average position dropped to 14.3 during this period, with no top 5 finishes but still managing two top 10 placements.

Despite the overall decline in final positions, this era included some significant achievements:

  • Season 11: 8th place with Sweden, earning his highest-ever point total of 101 points with Tove Lo's "Borderline"
  • Season 12: Won the semi-final representing Canada with ELIO's "More Than My Mind," followed by an 8th place finish
  • Season 16: His only Did Not Qualify result, representing United States with dreamfone's "your apartment"

Notable Song Selections and Artists

Throughout his career, SanderNL has demonstrated an keen ear for emerging and established artists across multiple genres. His selections have included future stars like Luke Hemmings from 5 Seconds of Summer, established acts like Tove Lo, rising alternative bands like half- alive, and innovative artists like ELIO. His choices often reflect current trends in alternative and indie music, showcasing both mainstream appeal and underground credibility.

Current Status and Legacy

As of Season 17, SanderNL represented Ireland with modernlove.'s "Us," finishing in 15th place. Despite facing increased competition and format changes, he remains one of RE:Melodia's most consistent and respected participants. His 17-season streak of participation, combined with his memorable song choices, has cemented his status as a cornerstone of the RE:Melodia community.

With over 1,100 points earned and a legacy spanning the contest's entire history, SanderNL continues to be a formidable presence in Melodia Song Contest ReImagined, always capable of delivering unexpected results and quality musical selections that keep audiences engaged season after season.

Results

# Country Artist Song Final Points Semi Points
01 Buenos Aires Isle of Man New Hope Club "Let Me Down Slow" 3 80 No Semi-Finals
02 Lugano United States Fly By Midnight "Why My Love (Ain't Enough)" 10 53
03 Sydney United States Megan Birch "Hypnotised" 12 57
04 Saint-Denis United States ufo ufo "Out of Body" 18 32
05 Reading Australia Luke Hemmings "Baby Blue" 2 99
06 Belfort Belgium Pommelien Thijs "Medeplichtig" 12 58
07 Istanbul United States half•alive "The Fall" 4 82
08 Hamburg United States Christian French "avalanche" 12 59
09 Vantaa Ireland modernlove. "Follow You" 3 81
10 St. George's United States The Wldlfe "What If You Change?" 21 34
11 Rio de Janeiro Sweden Tove Lo "Borderline" 8 101 8 64
12 Lisbon Canada ELIO "More Than My Mind" 8 97 1 114
13 Munich United States Nightly "don't even think about it" 25 43 9 75
14 Stockholm United States ufo ufo "Fools" 14 87 3 90
15 Gibraltar United States Fly By Midnight "Infinitely Falling" 19 66 4 79
16 Seoul United States dreamfone "your apartment' Did not Qualify 14 38
17 Montreal Ireland modernlove "Us" 15 79 6 76
18 TBA United States TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

Countries

These are all the countries SanderNL has ever claimed.

Country Amount
Australia 1
Belgium 1
Canada 1
Ireland 1
Isle of Man 1
Sweden 1
United States 7

Languages

These are all the languages that have been used in SanderNL's claimed entries.

Language Amount
English 12

National Finals

Country Season Wiki Video
Isle of Man 1 Twinkfest Tube Results
United States 2 Melodex Tube Results
3 Melodex Season 2 Tube Results
7 Revenge of the Melodex YouTube
Sweden 11 Melodex Sverige YouTube
Canada 12 Melodex Canada Tube

Reveal Videos

Legacy Melodia

SanderNL made his debut in the third Edition of Melodia Song Contest. In the 27 seasons he has participated, SanderNL has won twice, first in Season 8 and again in Season 21. He has come 2nd place twice once in Season 10 and once in Season 23. He has come 3rd place once in Season 19. Overall, SanderNL has an average placement of 11th according to the placements reached between Season 3 and Season 29.

Results

# Country Artist Song Final Points Semi Points
03 Hamburg Belgium K3 "Eyo!" 15 34 No Semi-Finals
04 Valencia The Netherlands Kenny B "Parijs" 19 35
05 Pretoria The Netherlands Miss Montreal "Say Heaven Say Hell" 11 72 4 60
06 Oslo United States Matt Simons "After The Landslide (Remix)" 17 38 1 58
07 Seoul The Netherlands Mike Williams ft. Maia Wright "Wait For You" Did not Qualify 11 41
08 Tokyo Canada Carly Rae Jepsen "Run Away With Me" 1 98 1 77
09 Ontario Canada Simple Plan ft. Marie Mai "Jet Lag" 9 79 Host Country
10 Buenos Aires England Sigala ft. Becky Hill "Wish You Well" 2 111 7 46
11 Vilnius Jamaica Major Lazer ft. Nyla "Light It Up" 23 51 Automatic Qualifier
12 Melbourne Canada Carly Rae Jepsen "Cut To The Feeling" 8 87 4 78
13 Llubljana United States Tyler Glenn "Somebody To Tell Me" 21 37 8 60
14 Skopje England Pet Shop Boys ft. Years & Years "Dreamland" 5 96 6 59
15 Pristina United States Sunset Curve "Now or Never" 25 55 No Semi-Finals
16 Managua Norway Sigrid "High Five" 5 81
17 Manchester The Netherlands Blanks "Turn Around" 15 55
18 Lilehammer Belgium K3 "Liefde is Overal" 10 47
19 Daegu United Kingdom Sigala "Melody" 3 162 1 84
20 Madrid United Kingdom Baby Queen "Dover Beach" 10 76 Automatic Qualifier
21 Opatija United Kingdom Charli XCX "Used To Know Me" 1 88 No Semi-Finals
22 Cardiff United Kingdom ELIO "When U Saw Love" 6 53
23 Greece United States Twin XL "Slow Heart" 2 78
24 Arnhem Canada Carly Rae Jepsen "Anxious" 14 45
25 Glasgow United States Fly By Midnight "Tragedy" 8 58
26 Attard Australia 5 Seconds of Summer "Caramel" 16 49
27 Lagos United Kingdom Alfie Templeman "Candyfloss" 21 34
28 Vienna United States Twin XL "Melt" 20 41
29 Tampere Isle of Man Mimi Webb "Freezing" 16 50
30 Bulacan Belgium Pommelien Thijs "Entertainment" 1 88
31 Antwerpen Belgium K3 "Bikini vol zand" 17 72 Host Country
32 Beijing Australia RUEL "You Against Yourself" 6 66 No Semi-Finals

Countries

These are all the countries SanderNL has ever claimed.

Country Amount
Australia 2
Belgium 3
Canada 4
England 2
Jamaica 1
The Netherlands 4
Norway 1
United Kingdom 6
United States 6

Languages

These are all the languages that have been used in SanderNL's claimed entries.

Language Amount
Dutch 3
French 1
English 24

National Finals

Country Season Video
United States 15 YouTube
Belgium 30 Tube

Reveal Videos

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