15 February – A toast to love, long live love, three...
Do you admire those Eurovision stars with longevity? As was proven in the recent Sanremo Music Festival, if you've got it, you'll always have...
26 January – The summer melody, it’s just a delusion
Duets can be an odd thing. Get it right, and you can feel the chemistry oozing from the two singers. Get it wrong, and...
18 November – I’m still feeling kinda blue inside
Our friends in Germany haven't had the most consistent of times of late. Yes, they've had one win in this Century, but also a...
12 October – He’s thinking of you, always of you
We all go through dark times, but friends will help you. No matter what it is. Don't forget that. And people sing about things...
27 September – On Friday you’re dancing with Ben
We should never forget our history. Back in the mists of time, the contest was in sunny Lugano. The venue isn't there anymore, but...
Video Vault – Week 9 – I swear I’ve heard this...
In this instalment of the Video Vault Phil has his breath taken away by how shockingly bad Germany can be. Then remembers...
20 August – Hello, boy, tonight we want to move to...
As you'll know, our favourite TV show was originally a vehicle for soloists. However, the duos soon came along. Were they a good idea?...
12 August – You still have a lot of nice pictures...
You must have been thinking that I'm only picking the birthdays of recent performers. That is, in part, true. I know many of you...
21 May – My heart has started thumpin’ since I met...
Since the advent of the in-situ semi-finals in 2004, the Big Four/Five have always had there place in the Grand Final assured. Some disagree...
Germany – I truly don’t feel hate
Germany – first rehearsal report here
Jendrik has done it. Congratulations. I no longer feel hatred for this song. Lord knows I should; it really...