17 September – I’ve been searching all the wrong places
That class of 2020, eh? How unlucky were they? They get all dressed up and have nowhere in Rotterdam to go. That is, until...
11 September – I tasted well of sweet success
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...
5 June – You said: “Let us try”
Over the years, many big stars have taken part in our favourite TV show. Some are stars of the charts, some are TV personalities,...
Ireland – Keeping it simple … but effective
Brooke was up next today in Turin with the Irish song ‘That’s Rich’. After an extended chat with the stage manager about camera angles,...
Brooke – I’m too much … in a good way
Brooke bursts into the press conference room straight from her first rehearsal, wearing shoes she admits she can hardly walk in. This isn't her...
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown Part 19 – Ireland
It’s a full 30 years since Ireland began her incredible run of 1990s fortune that saw 4 wins in 5 years and a seemingly...
Mo’s Eurovision Countdown 2022 – Part 19 – Ireland
Brooke - That's Rich
Sounding like a song that came second in the BBC's 'Eurovision You Decide', Brooke turns in a jarring performance of a...
Phil’s Eurovision Countdown 2022 – Part 19 – Ireland
Brooke - That's Rich
Having stated to all and sundry that the German national final was the worst thing in Christendom, I am then reminded...
13 February – Your touch swept me away
If you're a winner of our favourite TV show, you'll be among very elite company. in 65 editions, only 67 different acts have won...
Are you an Irish star? … Or have they found another...
If you remember the aftermath of last year's Irish entry, you will remember RTE's head of delegation ranting that it was difficult to get...