Synopsis

For the first time in its history, the Eurovision Song Contest was held in Ireland, taking place at the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin. The field of competitors swelled to eighteen, a notable increase from 1970, as Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Portugal all rejoined the competition after a year's absence. Malta also made its debut as a participating nation. The event was broadcast to audiences in twenty-nine countries. The traditional restriction on solo performers or duets was lifted, allowing grou