Junior Eurovision 2020: Russia’s Sofia Feskova in focus
A Disney Princess, an 11 year old singer with Polina Gagarina as role model – but maybe this year’s Russian Junior entry isn’t quite right for Junior Eurovision Song Contest? Read more
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12 Eurovision fans about their relationship to the Junior Eurovision Song Contest
Some loves it, others can’t be bothered – and then there are those Eurovision fans who follow it just because it has Eurovision in its name. 12 Eurovision fans talk about their relationship to the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. Read more
Eurovision 1995: Cyprus’ Alex Panayi in focus
A political message to Greece wrapped in a dramatic beginning and a strong performance. That was what brought Cyprus a 9th place at the Eurovision Song Contest despite only 8 points from Greece. Eurovision fans look back on Alex Panayi’s ‘Sti Fotia’. Read more
Eurovision 2006: Bosnia & Herzegovina’s Hari Mata Hari in focus
With a song about unhappy love, and a beautiful staging, Bosnia & Herzegovina achieved their best ever Eurovision result. ‘Lejla’ placed third at 2006 contest. 14 years later, this song is still loved by many Eurovision fans – although there are a few who dare to it call boring. Read more
Eurovision 1990: Ireland’s Liam Reilly in focus
A plea to his love affair to meet him various places in Europe, brought Liam Reilly a second place in 1990. Is this Ireland’s best non winning entry? ‘Somewhere In Europe’ is loved by many Eurovision fans, but there are also some who find it too boring. Read more
Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2021 to be held with 8 songs in a TV studio
With COVID-19 all over Europe now, national broadcasters are forced to plan smaller national finals instead. Today, Danish broadcaster announced their plans for the 2021 national selection, and just like in other countries, they downscale too. Read more
Eurovision 1987: Belgium’s Liliane Saint-Pierre in focus
Liliane Saint-Pierre can look back on more than 55 years on the music scene. One of her many experiences includes the 1987 Eurovision apperance. ‘Soldiers Of Love’ is still remembered – and also loved by Eurovision fans. Read more
Eurovision 1983: Yugoslavia’s Danijel in focus
Danijel might not have had a glorious career after his Eurovision participation in 1983, but his entry ‘Džuli’ is still well remembered and loved by many fans. In fact, 37 years later, the song can also attract newer Eurovision fans. Read more
Eurovision 1993: France’s Patrick Fiori in focus
Europe got to hear Corsican for the first time at the Eurovision stage. France got themselves a new star as Patrick Fiori returned home with a 4th place. 27 years later, ‘Mama Corsica’ is still loved by many Eurovision fans. Read more
Eurovision 1995: Denmark’s Aud Wilken in focus
Sometimes a jury knows best! If it wasn’t for the jury in the Danish national final in 1995, ‘Fra Mols Til Skagen’ would likely never have reached the Eurovision stage. Today, the song is a classic in Denmark and loved by many fans. Read more
Melodifestivalen 2021 without audience – national tour dropped as well
While four scenarious are still in play for the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest, Swedish broadcaster SVT is taking no chances. The 2021 Melodifestivalen will be held without audience. The traditional tour has been dropped as too. Read more
Dziesma 2013: Dāvids Kalandija & Dināra in focus
The duo reached the Latvian final in 2013, but after that, it was more or less forgotten. Dāvids Kalandija & Dināra’s national final entry ‘Fool In Love’ is now brought back into the spotlight when Eurovision fans react to it. Read more
Melodifestivalen 2006: Andreas Johnson in focus
Did the jury or the public know best? The jury wanted to send Andreas Johnson to Eurovision with the song ‘Sing For Me’. The public however chose former Eurovision winner Carola. She scored a 5th place at the Eurovision Song Contest in Athens. But what if, the jury have had their way in the Swedish… Read more
Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 1997: Jette Torp in focus
Denmark didn’t do well at the 1997 Eurovision Song Contest, but did the country have a better alternative to Kølig Kaj? Jette Torp, who finished second in the national final, could perhaps have been one such one. Read more
Eurovision 1986: Germany’s Ingrid Peters in focus
Squeezed in between two second places, Germany’s 1986 entry can easily be overlooked in their list of entries as it ‘only’ finished 8th. Most. Nice enough to listen to, but unfortunately Eurovision fans nowadays find it quite forgettable. Read more
Eurovision 2005: Norway’s Wig Wam in focus
Wig Wam’s ‘In My Dreams’ became a hit. It finished in top 10 at the Eurovision Song Contest, and today, 15 year’s later, fans from all over Europe still love it. For some, this is one of Norway’s best entries. Read more
Eurovision 2010: Croatia’s Feminnem in focus
In their second Eurovision appearance, Feminnem failed to reach the final. While some Eurovision fans are unable to understand that result, others find the song lacking power. Read more
These are the Eurovision rules fans want to change
Eurovision fans want the orchestra back, and they want to get rid of the Big 5 rule! That’s the common perception about Eurovision fans. If you actually ask them which rule they would change or introduce, you do get more interesting suggestions and nuances. Read more
Eurovision 1974: Sweden’s ABBA in focus
ABBA is legendary. The won the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest with the song ‘Waterloo’. Later they went on to become the second best selling band in the world. Their Eurovision winner is still remembered and loved by most fans. Read more
Eurovision 2009: Greece’s Sakis Rouvas in focus
After his third place in 2004, Sakis returned for a second Eurovision participation five years later. Despite another good result, Eurovision fans are not all that enthusiastic about this 2009 entry. Read more
Eurovision 2009: Andorra’s Susanne Georgi in focus
Susanne Georgi would like to bring Andorra back to Eurovision, but at her last attempt in 2009, which was also Andorran last stand, she deserved a better result. At least according to some Eurovision fans. Read more
Eurovision 2011: Bulgaria’s Poli Genova in focus
In her first Eurovision appearance, Poli Genova failed to reach the final. While most Eurovision fans prefer her second entry, many do argue that she should have qualified in 2011 with the song ‘Na Inat’. Read more
Eurovision 2016: Montengro’s Highway in focus
It was an unusual entry for Montenegro, and despite the band putting on their best charm, Highway failed to reach the final in 2016. Today’s Eurovision fans are quite mixed in their opinions when it comes to this entry ‘The Real Thing’. Read more
Eurovision 1987: Ireland’s Johnny Logan in focus
Johnny Logan’s second Eurovision in 1987 proved that he is here to stay. Today, 33 years later, he is still going strong with a solid fan base following him. ‘Hold Me Now’ is a Eurovision classic still loved and enjoyed by many fans. Read more
Eurovision 2010: Romania’s Paula Seling and Ovi in focus
Twice have Romania finished 3rd at the Eurovision Song Contest. Those are the best results yet achieved for the country still waiting for their first win. Paula Seling and Ovi’s 2010 entry is still well remembered, and asking fans today, their 3rd place fully deserved. Read more
Our hopes and fears for the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest
It’s still summer and most of Europe has began to loosen up their Coronavirus restrictions. The Pandemic is however still very much present. It’s too soon to tell if, and how, it might affect the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest. All over the world, fans hope for the best, but fear the worst. Read more