Today’s announcement by the EBU confirms the countries entering the Eurovision Song Contest in 2017. The 43 nations represented will gather in Kyiv for the two Semi-Finals on May 9th and May 11, with the Grand Final on Saturday May 13th. What else do we know?
With 41 countries announced for Eurovision, we have our first confirmed artist name, more National Final dates, and the final pieces for Junior Eurovision are falling into place. Ewan Spence brings you the latest news from the world of the Eurovision Song Contest.
We have one artist for Kyiv, many more for Valletta and selections opening up across Europe! The newsletter reviews them all and assesses how the impact of changing rules on Associate member entry into Eurovision may change the future of Eurovision.
Our sister site ESC Buzz has seen a major update this week to help you find all the news about the Eurovision Song Contest as quickly as possible. Ewan Spence talks about the changes.
One of the biggest influences on the Eurovision Song Contest over the last few years has been the rising of the various betting markets involved in the competition. Not only can you follow the Contest, you can make money from it as well. Guest writer Rob Furber looks at the rise of Eurovision betting, and how you can get started.
More countries have entered 2017 Contest, most songs are revealed for the 2016 Junior Contest, and the Netherlands keeps us guessing. Catch up on the weekly news from the Eurovision Song Contest with Ewan Spence, plus music from O’G3ne.
