21 January – Be the first to turn around
Denmark. A fine country eh? Full of bacon, pastries and the odd singer. And once you get them talking in their own language, you'll...
6 January – Wanna know what you’re looking for
It had to come soon enough that one half of a duo has a birthday. Do you think you can spot which half it...
28 November – In the phone box a guy is standing...
Are you happy with the free language rule? Are you glad that most songs are now in English? Or do you miss listening to...
9 October – Be sure you know how to twist
Today we have a real treat for you. I know there's a real fan of today's song amongst the illustrious team of writers. I...
28 August – A thousand stars show the way
Thick and thin. That's an adage that applies to every country taking part in our favourite TV show. Any country can win, but equally...
15 August – I dialed one, one, eight, wished, hoped
Rap. Is there a musical genre that divides opinion more? It's always a higher risk style than, say, Schlager or the good old-fashioned ballad....
Denmark – it’s as catchy as cholera
Just at the moment this started playing on my other screen, a Highways Agency van turned up outside my window and is, as I...
Monty looks at Finland, Latvia, Switzerland and Denmark
Finland – first rehearsal report here
I’ve timed everything wrong today, and thought we had a lunch break after Bulgaria, but it’s after Finland. It’s...
Eurovision 2021 Week 1 Day 4 Afternoon 1 – Nick’s View
I've received a letter from a Mrs Trellis of North Wales, asking me if my reference to heading off to the virtual gym at...
The Fanning Verdict – Eurovision 2021 – Day Four
I’m not going to lie, this is a Eurovision 2021 day I’ve not looked forward to. It’s the part of the show laden with...