26 November – Don’t be afraid of your destiny
What do you think about the modern day system of giving jury and televoting results separately? It sets out how differently those two elements...
23 November – But you keep me hangin’ on for one...
Do you want a vocal group? One of that curious breed where four(ish) voices are better than one? Well today is your lucky day.
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22 November – There’s only a fog between you and me
We often get massive stars taking part in our favourite TV show. They may not be household names worldwide, but it doesn't mean they're...
21 November – Will you disappear somewhere in a rain shower
Hold onto your hats, as we have a Swedish birthday today. Hats is an apt word, as today's clip shows someone wearing a hat....
19 November – Do you want to dance a waltz? Nana...
There's often a debate over whether a national final or an internal selection is the right way to go. A national final, and you...
14 November – I can’t close my eyes the empty bed...
It seems that English rules these days. No, not the (sub-)national entity. I mean the language. It's rampant in the presentation of the shows....
Benidorm Fest 25 – Can I upset all of Spain
Look, before we start out here, let me say categorically that I never deliberately set out to offend all of Spain, it just seems...
4 November – Can you keep a secret? Can you keep...
Yes, we pick on that powerhouse with the blue-and-yellow flag today. You're probably already sitting up to see which lucky Swede it is. Well...
3 November – Pounding away, pounding away, won’t you be mine?
Do you remember when the UK of stuff were good at Eurovision? Yes, since we hit the 21st Century their fortunes have waned a...
1 November – Wake me on Saint Vitus’ day
We've got another home entrant here. They will always occupy a special place in Eurovision lore, as there has been less than 70 of...