7 May – My solitude insists upon returning
The year 2020 seems a long time ago now. It was the year some thought the world had ended, because their favourite TV show...
Eurovision 2003 – Second Rehearsals Part One
Iceland
Well a late start for Birgita but she did quite well. She looked well and performed the song really well. Others in the delegation...
The ones to watch at Eurovision 2017
With just a few hours to go before the 62nd Eurovision Song Contest, money is being placed on Italy and Portugal. Oddschecker suggests a three-horse...
Oh, I’ve been to Timor!
You've seen the title of this article, and if you're a Eurovision fan worth their salt you'll immediately know which song is today's random...
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown Part 29 – Portugal
Love Is On My Side by The Black Mamba
One of the delights of my first trip to Portugal was encountering the unique Portuguese character,...
4 February – Love, love, my love, love of my life
I mention from time to time that we love someone who tries. Even though they'll never be the continent's favourite. Often through no fault...
24 January – I want to bathe in your body of...
Luck plays a huge part in our favourite TV show. Who gets through from a semi-final depends on who you're lucky enough to get...
A big handful of rehearsals from Nick
Interesting set of rehearsals so far, I think. Apart from Poland, virtually everyone seems to have been in fairly good voice and terrible clothes,...
8 April – The guitar is also crying
Yes, I've been away for a while. I've been trying to get to the bottom of Elina's dress projection dilemma. But it's all been...
12 October – I water your garden
That thing where you represent your country, in your country. There's no pressure at all, oh dear me no. Seriously, it must be an...