A bit random, but I've recently come across a discussion about what Americans who know about Eurovision think of it and I'm surprised by the amount of people who say that European entertainment is so much different than what Americans are used to and that the music and spectacle are not suited for American audiences.

While I get that the early 2000s had a lot of camp, the recent years have a lot more popular genres of music and performances that aren't any different than big American performances, especially considering how much Americans love spectacle and a lot of the music doesn't sound all that different from what American artists would release, especially the pop, rock and EDM songs.

I somewhat get reasons like language barriers, not being invested because America isn't a part of it or simply not liking that kind of content in general. I'm more confused about the music and performance part.

Maybe it's just me who doesn't see a huge difference between American and European entertainment, especially in terms of popular music and music shows and events. What are your thoughts? I'm kind of curious after having seen some of the arguments that got brought up.

Also, to clarify: I don't mean all Americans as I know that there are plenty who do like Eurovision and are invested in it like TK Top Tunes for example.

Why do Americans (who know of the ESC) not like it in terms of music and performances?