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Spain

Spanish entries are chosen by RTVE. Spain has taken part since 1961 and has won twice.

4 January – If you want, I can pick you up

Do you wonder why some songs don't do better? Perhaps, for example, it could be severe make-up. Or a mischievous green shawl that is...

3 January – You are the art that sweetens the skin

As you'll know, we pick performers from all years when we celebrate birthdays here. You'll relish the black & white of some, but equally...

Funding released for Benidorm Fest 2023

Funding for the second edition of RTVE's Benidorm Fest has received a green light from local authorities. On Friday, the Generalitat Valenciana will approve a...

Alfred García drops out of Benidorm Fest

Alfred García has decided not to take part in the upcoming Spanish national final - Benidorm Fest - after receiving an invitation to be...

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...

9 December – Now it has snowed in your temples

Do you remember the 1970s? An interesting decade when the whole of Europe eventually went colour, replete with the garish outfits. Thankfully, some countries...
Carlos Higes by Corinne Cumming - EBU

What ever happened to Baby Spain…?

The Spanish press here in Yerevan are very enthusiastic and vocal in their support for Carlos. So nothing new there then, I hear you...

22 November – Love, I’m finally over you

We often get massive stars taking part in our favourite TV show. They may not be household names worldwide, but it doesn't mean they're not respected in their sphere.

15 November – The summer we spent together

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...

10 November – The rain, the rain, the rain, the rain,...

There must be some golden rules when going on to a Eurovision stage. For example, always make sure you know where the camera is....