Did you enjoy the weekend that’s just past? Quiet and relaxing? Good, because from now on, every weekend has Eurovision action somewhere in Europe till we have our 39 songs for Malmo.
In 2003 the Eurovision Song Contest took its first (and for the moment only) trip to Lativia and Dr Paul Jordan attended the Contest in Riga. Ten years later, he looks back at arguably the last ‘old school’ Contest, the political background, and the controversies.
News from SVT? It must be Thursday! The Swedes will be receiving the Host City Insignia, and have confirmed they will stream the semi-final draw live on the SVT website.
What do we have on the podcast this week? Running orders, Lys Assia’s ramblings, Compact Disco called up for jury service, and a reminder to the mysterious Sean Sherrard via Linda Martin.
As Heilsarmee celebrated their win at Swiss National Final, Terry Vision caught up with Sven Epiney, host of the show and Switzerland’s Eurovision commentator.
Saturday April 13th is the confirmed date for the annual Amsterdam preview, Eurovision in Concert. Taking place once more at the Melkweg, it’s the perfect start to a month of Eurovision, leading up to the final on May 18th.
