Why are Australia in Eurovision and what happens if they win?
The Aussie contestant is currently one of the favourites to win Eurovision is back this week, and the show is as controversial as ever. Europe’s annual talent show has never been without its political aspects, with the voting system repeatedly exposing relations between different countries. However, in recent years, Eurovision has become even more scrutinised, […]
3 months ago
How Israel are allowed to participate in Eurovision – and all the countries saying they shouldn’t
There are boycotters and supporters In protest over the war in Gaza, five countries have boycotted the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, which began this week in Austria’s capital Vienna. In spite of the boycotts over Israel’s participation, the annual international music pageant watched and adored by millions of viewers around the world […]
3 months ago
‘We can’t wait to get on stage’: Wild Youth hope to book Ireland a slot in Eurovision final tonight
Tonight’s the night. The Eurovision Song Contest gets underway tonight in Liverpool with Wild Youth hoping to get out of the semi-final stage and into the main competition. It’ll be the first time Ireland get to the grand final of the Eurovision since 2018. The group will be the sixth act to perform tonight and […]
3 years ago
The alternative Eurovision show is airing on RTÉ this weekend
IRELANDE DOUZE POINTE. This year’s Eurovision has been cancelled. This we understand. It is not a surprise. The annual song competition has over the years developed a bit of a cult following, and although much of the voting structure has become shrouded by politics (for better and for worse) Eurovision remains one of the most fun, […]
6 years ago
Ireland’s Eurovision entry Lesley Roy to perform Story of My Life on tonight’s Late Late Show
Ireland’s Eurovision entry Lesley Roy will be performing Story of My Life for the first time on TV tonight’s Late Late Show. 50 years on from Dana’s win at Eurovision in The Netherlands, Dubliner Lesley is hoping to restore Ireland’s glory days at the competition. Charlie McGettigan will also be in studio to chat with Ryan about emerging victorious […]
7 years ago
RTÉ is on the lookout for the next song to win the Eurovision for Ireland
Want to represent Ireland in the Eurovision next year? RTÉ has made an announcement that it is looking for the next best song that could win the song contest. So, if you think you have what it takes and have a proven track record in the music industry, then RTÉ is looking for you. Executive […]
8 years ago