Triodopolis

Triodopolis arrived in time for the 5th BuzzJack Song Contest, and have participated in every contest since their debut. Triodopolis believes in championing unknown music in the contest, and is known to have opposition to established songs and artists taking place in the contest.

History
Triodopolis was finally declared a nation in 2002, following the merger of three smaller separate countries; Triolampia, Doče, and Popodopolis. The three countries all had similar cultures, shared the same currency (Dolpound), and strong public ties uniting them together. However, due to their small geographic size and small economies, the strain began to show, forcing the three countries to hold talks in 2000. After months of deliberation, it was announced, that all three countries were to merge to form Triodopolis, to help strengthen the country’s economy on the international scene, and to help provide stability in the continent, as fears of possible invasion were rumoured. In 2003, the first President, Matt Aloud, was elected, under a six year term, to help guide the country upwards and onwards. The first President has confirmed he will run for re-election in November 2009. With undiscovered music being the main ethos for Triodopolis, a huge investment program, the Trio Clef Initiative, has been launched in June 2008, to help fund music lessons at schools across the country with instruments, and recording equipment taking the bulk of the budget.

Triodopolis


Triodopolis is situated on the western coast of ???, and shares borders with FNT Nickodonia, FSR Rontvia, and Sangria. The capital city is Hinklewinkel, which is situated on the coastline. Triodopolis has close ties with FSR Rontvia and Quotosibb, following Triodopolis’ creation. Triodopolis is separated into five administrative councils, all governed by the Central Triodopolite Government. The five councils are; Adrius, Losius, Moofius, Skelatia, and Zwilippo. The population following the last national census in 2006, stood at 420,010. The main language is English, and Engreek – a hybrid language native to the now defunct Triolampia. The culture of Triodopolis is strongly linked with Greece, and the main religion is reported as Greek Orthodox, with 80% of the population said to follow the religion.

BJSC History
Triodopolis made an impressive debut to the BuzzJack Contest, finishing 7th, however since then, have failed to make the top 20, despite the leader of the Triodopolis Selection Committee (TSC) stating the songs were strong contenders, “washed away by established artists and songs”. Triodopolis have become known for selecting songs that are unknown, and giving unsigned artists a chance to shine at the contest. Triodopolis recently approached Girls Aloud about performing at the 8th BuzzJack Song Contest in July, but were unable to due Cheryl's commitments to the X Factor, and the Girls' summer festival dates around the United Kingdom. This would have been the first time, Triodopolis would have selected an established group to enter the contest. Rumours are now persisting that Kate Voegele could be tempted to return to Triodopolis for the National Finals for the 8th contest.