For those relatively new to the world’s favourite Song Contest, there was a time when the semi-final qualification seemed like it would be the end of Eurovision. Beginning with its introduction in Istanbul 2004, it was readily apparent that countries without several ‘friends’—whether through linguistic and geographic neighbours, former co-citizens in now collapsed federations, or with […]

With Finland looking to avoid three Semi Final failures in a row, the National Final of Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu has undergone another transformation. However that show feels less New Music Competition, and more Melfest 2.0. Ben Robertson was in Helsinki to see and hear what has changed.

As the performers gather in London, the UK fans have six songs to select from in 'Eurovision: You Decide' this Friday. Ellie Chalkley reviews the songs and examines the progress made by the BBC's Eurovision team.

A common theme in competitive TV shows is the use of 'The Dark Arts’ – the techniques producers use to manage the public vote. Entertainment Odds' Rob Furber reveals the forces at work in some of the UK’s most popular reality tv shows, and how they extend to the Eurovision Song Contest.

Super Finals creating an exciting end to many National Finals, as we all vote for a winner between the top entries. But does this extra round of voting help pick the best song? Ben Robertson investigates.