15 April – To keep on living, living, living
There are some countries that seem to get Eurovision. The last three countries to win it mainly. We're clearly in one in May, but...
and all that jazz
Will someone please tell him to tone down the Foghorn Leghorn impersonations in this song - it doesnt need anything else for people to...
28 April – And stick you to my breast
We're continuing our look at duets through the ages. As I've said, they can be hit or miss. They can be well-suited, or thrown...
The Fanning Verdict Eurovision 2021: Italy
I’ve previously said what I think of the song during the ever-popular OnEurope Countdown 2021. It’s not my cup of tea, but that doesn’t...
4 March – There’s someone who knows nothing about you
Let's go back to the 1980s. A world of orchestras, big hair, big shoulders, big everything. And a regular supply of the same countries...
8 January – Too many nights I’ve spent locked outside
Do you like the songs that have won the top prize at our favourite TV show? Were they better in the past, or are...
ESC birthdays 4 Mar – Do you see people too?
When Italy came back in 2011, our friends at the EBU were beside themselves. A massive massive announcement they said. Sure, it was good...
Final day of rehearsals!
Ok, so we’re off with the final day of press rehearsals, and it’s the hosts and the Big 5: we’ve seen these now so...
18 January – We left each other, the room is empty
Certain contests are known for more than just the songs. It could be a stage invasion, someone falling over when trying to present a...
9 December – In the bottom of my heart
I sometimes wonder why some countries seem to have this love/hate relationship with our favourite TV show. Money aside, some places don't participate every...