The BBC’s track record in song selection and national finals has not been stellar in the last decade. Rather than rely momentum and dusting down last year’s plan, something radical needs to be done to guarantee the UK doesn’t embarrass themselves around Europe.

You might remember the steadicam shot from The Eyes That Never Lie, but there's much more to Petr Elfimov than a white lyrca jumpsuit and 80's rock riffs. Now avaialble to download from his website, the album "I Want..." is a wonderful showcase for the Belarusian singer.

This weekend’s ConSong 2010, held in Edinburgh, like many Eurovision parties, is a great look at what makes Eurovision so much fun to follow all the year round... not just during two weeks in May.

As Halloween approaches, it’s time to uncover the horrible relics of Eurovisions past that have been subject to cruel and unusual musical experimentations. Or mash-ups as the new generation would call them.

They captured our hearts ten years ago, and now, with their album of Eurovision covers, The Olsen Brothers are set to brighten your day once more.