Karaoke on the world championship level differs greatly from the general pub karaoke known to all. The talent shown by the top singers can easily be compared to the world's greatest performers. The eighth annual KWC event, which stands for Karaoke World Championships, will be held in Moscow, Russia. KWC has achieved fame as the world's largest and most prestigious karaoke event in the world, gathering music lovers all in one place. This year's championships will combine participants from twenty different countries or more. In 2007, KWC was held in the tropical atmosphere of Bangkok, Thailand. In 2008 and 2009 KWC was held in Lahti, Finland in a brand new luxurious Lahti Hall. 2010 KWC headed to one of Russia's premium venues, the Forum Hall in the middle of Moscow. For 2011 we welcome you all to Ireland!