5 January – I want you to be forever mine
If you're a fan of the history of our favourite TV show, you'll first know that there were contests before 2000. You'll also know...
4 January – If you want, I can pick you up
Do you wonder why some songs don't do better? Perhaps, for example, it could be severe make-up. Or a mischievous green shawl that is...
3 January – You are the art that sweetens the skin
As you'll know, we pick performers from all years when we celebrate birthdays here. You'll relish the black & white of some, but equally...
1 January – A simple song can bring back the past
Happy New Year! And may your dreams for 2023 all come true. Whether it's trying your first lobster thermidore, taking that trip to Funchal,...
27 December – My crazy rhythm’s gonna knock you off your...
It's that odd time when we've all got over Christmas (unless you're orthodox) and we're waiting for that end digit to tick over to...
25 December – I put my coat on and leave
If you're not confident on stage by yourself, what do you do? Well, you get some pals up there with you. You know they'll...
24 December – I’ll find you, because of your pearl necklace
If you're anything like me, you'll be starting your festivities very shortly. Or it could be tomorrow. Or it could be early next month....
23 December – Let’s forget yesterday
Do you admire countries for sticking to their own languages? Or do you wish they can all sing in a tongue you can understand?
Our...
22 December – Please stay
Here's a pleasant little song to ease you into what may be an extra long weekend of eating, drinking, laughter, stress and disappointment. I joke...
21 December – He couldn’t get me any higher
Do you wonder why some songs change the language they're sing in between the selection and the contest? It could be because of the...