The Irish are dying to try at Eurovision
Talk about a low-key reveal. If you wanted to make a show out of the song that will return a broadcaster to their place...
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...
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...
29 January – We were walking in old Bruxelles
I mentioned yesterday that songs had certain themes. Usually involving love. And, thankfully, very rarely about domestic abuse. But there are certain get outs...
Late late again for Ireland it seems.
It's very difficult for me to be critical of another broadcaster, because my own has been shit for so long, but RTE really *really*...
12 October – In the dead of the night only love...
Do you like a ballad or a banger? Or something in between? Or do you like all forms of song - yes, even Schlager?
Our...
Up the cossaks
So we thought after the day’s hectic tooing and froing we’d forgo the shiny fabricked splendours of Euroclub at Arena to get with the...
Phil’s Day 1 Round up for 2023.
The main question is, am I Anna Ford or Reggie Bosenquet? - Yeah, you lot have no chance of knowing who they are.
From what...
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...
14 February – Now I can smile
You have to admire the performers who turn up at our favourite TV show. Some of them travel long distances for minimal results. These...