Party like its 1904? – It’s a Nor-Swe final evening!
So the final Saturday of the On-Season is upon us and, frankly, after weeks of 7-8 and 9 selections, two is a blessed relief! -...
Is it time to rethink Melodifestivalen?
For years, it's been touted as the gold standard of Eurovision national selections. Swedish broadcaster SVT has been organising the Melodifestivalen for as long...
Swedish Eurovision pick aims for ‘people power’
After a couple of years treading water, it's fair to assume Swedish broadcaster SVT is ready to try for another win, aiming to equal...
The Swede smell of success?
It's nearly Christmas, so time for Swedish tellymakers SVT to reveal the acts who will compete to represent them at the Eurovision Contest of...
Swedish singer hits back at Eurovision winner
When Portuguese singer Salvador Sobral picked up the 2017 Eurovision trophy, his short acceptance speech ruffled some feathers. “Music is not fireworks; music is...
Robin wins in Sweden – A split decision?
After their usual mammoth process, Melodifestivalen, the Swedes have chosen Robin Bengtsson to represent them in Kiev.
Robin won with 146 points, as you can...
Sverige – vi har ett f*cking resultat!
OK, it’s about time I pulled my finger out (of where?) and started some writing for that Phil. It’s usually Melodifestivalen that drags me...
SWEDEN – It appears that some songs are going to be...
Well the Internets has gone predictably mental with lots of "OH EM GEE ITS #MELFEST - LETS GET ALL THE SONGZ".
... which explains why...