15 June – Important questions and an open mind
We can all agree that Eurovision is a bug. It gets to you, and you can't get enough. Sometimes you may even think it's...
Norway – Three don’t become one
My first thought on this run-through was: "Why does the lead singer (Tom) look like he's dressed for a uniform fetish party?" He seemed...
Norway – In the style of …
Keiino and their chums decided on a minimalist staging approach. Another f**king song with a black background and the three of them using all...
Phil’s Eurovision Countdown 2019 – Parts 30-32 – Norway, Poland &...
With the end in sight, I've packed three Eurovision gems into my bag this morning. Not long now until you get to see the...
Monty’s Eurovision Countdown 2019 – Part 30 – Norway
So, this is fun! I might gleefully embrace change at this Contest, and throw myself headlong at a contemporary entry, but Eurovision introduced me...
Mo’s Eurovision Countdown 2019 – Norway
I won't deny that 'Spirit in the sky' has a touch of the Aqua going on. It's bouncy plastic pop and I hope it's...
28 March – Day is turning to evening
I've got a real treat for you today. A legend of our favourite TV show. A massive name in singing circles, particularly in the...
Even the darkness must disappear sometime
In a break from our usual programme of birthdays, it's a random one today to keep you on your toes. And not just any...
19 March – Show my claws in the kiss you got
What do you think of the free language rule? Is it a good thing, in that it allows people all over Europe to understand...
KEiiNO to sing for Norway at Eurovision
There was something distinctly Nordic in the air tonight with Sweden, Iceland and Finland picking their songs. Norway added to things when Keiino were...