Red red whine
The bit that died in me when Denmark were performing died some more when I saw Ireland. I have to state now that Jedward are...
27 September – There were troubles in the water, you swore...
It's always good to see a success story. One where someone gets through, despite the odds being against them. Which is a tenuous link...
22 November – I hear a voice inside my head
One of these days, Ireland will win again. There, it's out there. It might not be for a few years, but it'll happen. That...
8 May – Now Johnny’s in love with the girl next...
What's your favourite type of song? Those about falling in love? Those about falling out of love? Or something else?
Today's song is in the...
Eurovision Countdown 2025: Ireland is unhinged
IrelandEmmy – Laika Party
It takes a certain kind of song to make you both laugh, wince, and question the state of the education system....
16 November – Build a bridge to your heart everyday
Who says we just pick those obscure songs from decades no-one remembers. The ones where you can understand why they sank without trace.
But we...
10 October – Your smile, your lips, your eyes, your face
Now I know what you're thinking. Two Irish birthdays in a row? You might think there's a plot afoot. There isn't. As you know,...
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown 2019 – Part 20 – Ireland
There’s an argument that Ireland has lost their former spark, from the time in the 90s where they could barely put a foot wrong...
Costumes, costumes and more costumes
Another quiet moment away from my boss. Another day of rehearsals over, so a few words of wisdom from me. Or not. If you...
11 September – Oh, but then I turned and you were...
It's all very well being a singer, but you need that right song to sing in the first place. It could be one you've...