7 January – You think and dream of me
There are plenty of countries that have never won, and we all love them for trying. One day soon, we'll get another début winner....
11 February – My lovely body, my burning fire
Do you go to the contests, wherever they are held? Have you been to any? In particular, did you go to the fest in...
19 March – We’re dreaming a dream
We go with a non-English language song today. And our friends in Denmark are sending a song to Turin in Danish. That's twice in...
27 April – But if you wanna ninanaj with me
Are you a fan of ballads, or do you prefer something faster? It's true that there's no consensus in Europe, as we get songs...
7 June – I would like to do something with blue,...
The hosts nation always has an interesting job on its hands. They might want to win, but the contest has cost them a whole...
18 July – The battle for the life is bigger than...
Did you miss the countries that sat on the sidelines this year? We know some could return in 2026, but some have made the...
26 August – I intend if I may, to have a...
That thing when you get all keyed up to represent your country, and what happens? Not one country puts you in your top 10....
10 September – The blue sky and love in your eyes
No country currently taking part (that's previously won) has been waiting longer for their next win than Spain. It's over 50 years since they...
ESC birthdays 21 March – Your song is what you wear...
This is just a quick posting but a good one all the same. Cast your mind back to 1999. A warm week in a...
25 September – Let’s get biblical
Some people want it all. Participate in the contest, present the contest, participate in the contest. You know the score But...