4 August – I hope someday you’ll spot me in the...
We have a false flagger today. Now that term can sometimes be derogatory, but it doesn't need to be. Each broadcaster can make any...
Distracted by tits and tattoos…
We've just had a break in which we availed ourselves of more beer and happened upon the Irish dancing boys having a sneaky cigarette....
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown 2019 – Part 9 – CYPRUS
After notching up their best ever result at Eurovision last year, Cyprus has a hard act to follow. Whilst few thought 'Fuego' would set...
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown 2024 Part 8 – Cyprus
Before Australia became a regular fixture at Eurovision in its own right there’s been a rich history of Australian artists representing other countries, including...
7 October – I feel it in the air tonight
Some days my wit deserts me. I can easily pick a song. But I can't tell an interesting story about it. It might be...
Phil’s Eurovision Countdown – Part 11 – Cyprus
Cyprus either gets it very right, or hideously wrong and their fans can be a rabid bunch to deal with, it must be said...
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown – Cyprus
Cyprus – Gravity by Hovig
When the Cypriots finished sixth on their debut in 1981, and better by a further position in the following Contest, I...
6 September – Touch the flower of the lotus
Does luck play a part in Eurovision success (or lack of it)? Can your position in the running order help your chances? Has a...
7 March – Ain’t no hidden agenda
When that all important voting starts, often some five hours after the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest begins, do you find yourself...
