The Eurovision Young Musicians competition is happening this Saturday, but the EBU's Eurovision brand has barely publicised it. Dudepoints discusses why failure to do so is a missed opportunity for a tarnished brand.

It was hard to miss the phrase 'United by Music' during Vienna 2026. Erik Nelson wonders if that simple slogan demonstrates a goal that the Song Contest should not be taking on.

Ilaria Pagano compares the two approaches of Sanremo's most recent Artistic Directors, Amadeus and Carlo Conti.

Most of the men in Sanremo are dealing with unrequited love, unhealthy relationships, or the aftermath of a breakup. But amidst all the angst, there are two singers who are providing hope to audiences. With both their canzone and their real-life relationships, these men are saying yes now and yes forever to a successful long-term relationship.

As 2025 draws to a close, Ewan Spence settles back into a high wingbacked chair, pours out a toast to the New Year, and takes his own look back at the shadow cast over the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025.