2017
Yearly Archives: 2017
12 August – Forwards, forwards and never backwards
You must have been thinking that I'm only picking the birthdays of recent performers. That is, in part, true. I know many of you...
11 August – You can change the colours that scare you
Fridays are good. They mean no getting up at stupid o'clock for two whole days. In May they usually mean a jury final to...
I’ve been Challenged
I have been challenged by NickD of this parish to introduce this next song without using a specific phrase that I associate with AlBano...
Happy pretty way, happy shiny day
It's difficult to forget that the Eurovision travelling roadshow will be pitching up in Lisbon's fair city next May. As you'll know, it's never...
9 August – Turn on your radio, you do have ear plugs
We have a real treat for you today. Direct from OnEurope Heights we have a gem from the 1960s, that is guaranteed to be...
8 August – You left me only words, a shelter amongst the shadows
There is that one rule that, as a singer, you need to strive for in Eurovision performances. Always get it right on the night....
6 August – Bring about a vibration to the whole world
You have to admire Belgium. The two national broadcasters alternate their participation right in Eurovision each year. which is a very gracious thing to...
5 August – I’m beautiful and strong as a rock
Eurovision throws up interesting ideas. Each country thinks they have that magic key to success, and they'll plug it all they can. This key...
4 August – I hope someday you’ll spot me in the crowd
Friday comes around, and somehow life looks better at the end of the week. And this leads me nicely to today's birthday boy. It...
What’s better than puppetry?
It's a question all Eurovision fans have asked: "What does this performance need to make it stand out among ALL others?" For most delegations...