17 April – Mesmerising
It was in 2020 when things changed. That contest we were all looking forward to in Rotterdam was almost upon us, and then it...
8 July – We can’t afford to miss this
You know how some countries that you write off when you first hear their song. And then they hit the big stage and you...
Azerbaijan – pitching och tuning
We’ve had a lunch break: I brought a halloumi and meze wrap with me today. I know how you like to keep up with...
Singing in the rain
What does one say about an Azeri entry at Eurovision? They're never quite content to just sing but instead like presenting their songs.
So it...
It’s Samira Efendi for Azerbaijan
With the deadline to pick and announce both singer and song getting closer, today sees another name in the frame as iTV confirms Samira...
Mo’s Eurovision 2023 Countdown: Azerbaijan
After many a dirge, often discretely stamped 'Made in Sweden', The Azeri song this time round has its roots firmly in Baku, for the...
Toto and Gigliola talk Eurovision 2012 – Part 2
At first glance this promises much. There is a song behind this (unusual for Malta) and people that actually look like they're playing instruments...
LIVE Blog: Eurovision 2017 – First semi final
Tonight at 21:00 CEST/20:00 UK/Portugal, contestants from 18 countries will compete for ten spots in the 2017 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final. You can...
The Fanning Verdict Eurovision 2021: Azerbaijan
Efendi doesn’t sing much, but the few fragments she tackles don’t come over well. For that reason alone, we should praise whichever Geneva God...
20 May – People dropping, tossing coins in wishing wells
Our friends in Azerbaijan have always been eager participants in our favourite TV show. With one win under their belt, they're doing better than...