Norvegia, Espania (oh dear lord!) and Maltia
Now some would say that I've been a bit negative ... and you'd be right! But seriously, I can see the good in things,...
14 January – Celebration, celebration, celebration, celebration, celebration, celebration
As we know, only one act can win the big prize each year at our favourite TV show. But some of the performers that...
Spain’s diva has something to prove
Bold, brassy, and unapologetically herself—Melody is ready to prove that a diva reborn is a diva unstoppable.
Spain isn’t whispering at Eurovision 2025. It’s strutting...
Blanca Paloma wins Benidorm Fest
The winner of the second Benidorm Fest, Blanca Paloma, will represent Spain in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023.
Her flamenco song 'Eaea' beat off seven...
19 November – Do you want to dance a waltz? Nana...
There's often a debate over whether a national final or an internal selection is the right way to go. A national final, and you...
9 December – I know you left your olive trees behind
Do you remember the 1970s? An interesting decade when the whole of Europe eventually went colour, replete with the garish outfits. Thankfully, some countries...
Miki scoops over one third of Spanish Eurovision votes
Gala or no gala, even *I* couldn't stay awake or enthused enough for a late Sunday night national final (note to TV producers, 0030...
Phil’s Eurovision Countdown 2019 – Part 38 – Spain
Much as it loathes me to say it, the Spaniards have finally come up with the goods.
For the first time in what seems like...
Love is in the air for Spain
These days, when it comes to talent shows, it's all about the journey. And that's been true of Spanish Eurovision hopefuls Alfred (sings with...
23 December – Let’s forget yesterday
Do you admire countries for sticking to their own languages? Or do you wish they can all sing in a tongue you can understand?
Our...