Latest Eurovision Song Contest News
Who Is The UK's Eurovision Hopeful Lucie Jones?
The UK has chosen their entry for this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, 25-year-old Lucie Jones.The Welsh singer will be hoping to leave Kiev in May with more than the dreaded nil points, thanks to a...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 29 January 2017
Will The UK Still Be Able To Take Part In The Eurovision After Brexit?
On Friday (June 24) Britain voted to leave the EU in a historic referendum result. The decision to leave the EU has thrown up a lot of questions for the British public, but for some,...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 25 June 2016
Justin Timberlake Perfroms At Eurovision Song Contest
US singer Justin Timberlake performed at the interval of the Eurovision Song Contest in Stockholm on Saturday evening, as the votes were being counted for the 26 acts. The singer performed 2003 hit ‘Rock Your...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 15 May 2016
Justin Timberlake To Perform At Eurovision Song Contest
Nine-time Grammy Award winner Justin Timberlake is to perform during the Eurovision Song Contest at the weekend, where he’ll play his brand new song ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling’ for the very first time.The 35 year...
By Ed Biggs in Music / Festivals on 09 May 2016
Romania Kicked Out Of Eurovision Song Contest Over Unpaid Broadcaster Debts
Romania has been shockingly kicked out of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest after its public service broadcaster failed to pay outstanding debts dating back to 2007. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) claim that Romania’s Televiziunea...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 23 April 2016
Eurovision Chief Blames Terry Wogan For Britain Not Taking Contest Seriously
Christer Bjorkman, the producer of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest has hit out at the late Terry Wogan, blaming the presenter for ruining the British public’s attitude towards the annual competition. Bjorkman said that Wogan’s...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 April 2016
Joe And Jake Will Represent UK At Eurovision Song Contest
Duo Joe and Jake have been chosen to represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in Stockholm later this year. The pair, who met while competing on ‘The Voice’ last year, won the public...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 27 February 2016
Eurovision Song Contest Announces Significant Changes To Voting System
The Eurovision Song Contest has announced a significant overhaul of its voting system for the first time in over four decades, in a move that they hope will result in “TV magic”.On Thursday (February 18th),...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 February 2016
Bbc Will Let Public Pick The UK Entry For 2016 'Eurovision Song Contest'
After years of Eurovision disappointment, the BBC are hoping the UK can do better next year, by handing the decision of who will represent the country back to the public. The UK’s Eurovision entry had...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 September 2015
Cristiano Ronaldo's Sister Launches Eurovision Song Contest Bid
Latin pop star Aveiro took to Twitter.com last week (11Aug15) and appealed to her followers to help her land a place in the annual singing competition. She wrote, "Eurofans, I'd love for...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 20 August 2015
Sweden Wins Eurovision Song Contest
The nation is now one win behind Ireland, which has seven victories. Zelmerlow's Heroes beat off Russia's entry from Polina Gagarina to claim the 2015 title by a commanding 62 points....
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 24 May 2015
Eurovision Song Contest Shocker As Ireland Fail To Make The Final
Sterling failed to qualify for the Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place in Vienna, Austria on Saturday (23May15), after her Playing with Numbers tune, which she co-wrote, failed to make the grade....
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 22 May 2015
Songwriters: 'Eurovision Bosses Were Right To Snub Sandie Shaw'
The 68-year-old singer revealed earlier this month (Mar15) that she had not been approached to appear at the competition's 60th anniversary celebration despite being the first British act to take home the trophy...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 17 March 2015
Conchita Wurst: Get To Know The Austrian Eurovision Sensation
Austrian drag queen Conchita Wurst stole the show at this year’s Eurovision. Winning by a mile she managed to overcome controversy and triumph thanks to her mesmerising performance of ‘Rise Like A Phoenix’. But who...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 14 May 2014
"Bearded Lady" Conchita Wurst Stuns Eurovision Song Contest With Easy Win
The Austrian singer Conchita Wurst was the clear winner at the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday night (May 10, 2014), dominating the competition watched by 180 million viewers across 45 countries.Molly Smitten-Downes Finished 17thDubbed the...
By Michael West in Music / Festivals on 11 May 2014
Eurovision 2014: Austria's Conchita Wurst Wins With 'Rise Like A Phoenix'
Austria has won the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest which was held last night (10th May) in Copenhagen. Conchita Wurst, a drag act, won the competition with her son ‘Rise Like a Phoenix’ which received 290...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 11 May 2014
Molly Smitten-downes Is UK Pick For Eurovision Song Contest. Sorry, Who?
The little-known singer-songwriter Molly Smitten-Downes, whose only previous taste of the limelight was featuring on the 2008 Sash song 'Raindrops (Encore Une Fois)' is the UK's selection of the Eurovision Song Contest 2014. The 26-year-old...
By Michael West in Music / Festivals on 04 March 2014
Denmark's Emmelie De Forest Tastes Eurovision Glory, While Bonnie Tyler Can Only Manage 19th
Denmark emerged as the winners of Sunday's (May 19) Eurovision Song Contest, with 20-year-old singer Emmelie de Forest taking home the crown with her folk-pop selection 'Only Teardops.' The competition, held in Malmo, Sweden, also...
By Joe Wilde on 20 May 2013
50/1 Shot Bonnie Tyler Heads To Eurovision With Denmark As Massive Favourites
With just one day to go until this year's Eurovision song contest, the UK's entry Bonnie Tyler has been pushed out to 50/1 from original odds of 40/1. The British songstress has courted little support...
By Michael West in Music / Festivals on 17 May 2013
Jennifer Lopez Picks Eurovision Act As Support
Jennifer Lopez has picked 'Eurovision' performer Emin to support her on tour. The 'On The Floor' hitmaker - who is currently touring the world - will be supported by Emin when she performs at the...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 September 2012
Engelbert Humperdinck: Adele Is One Of Greatest Ever Singers
Engelbert Humperdinck thinks Adele is one of the best singers ever. The veteran crooner has a career spanning over 50 years, but is absolutely blown away by the 'Someone Like You' singer, and thinks she...
By Bang Showbiz on 22 May 2012
Engelbert Humperdinck Still Gets Knickers Thrown At Him
Engelbert Humperdinck still gets knickers thrown at him.The 75-year-old crooner - who is set to be the oldest contestant to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest in May - says he's still a hit with...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 March 2012
Britney Spears Receives Worldwide Act Ema Nomination
Britney Spears has been nominated for the Worldwide Act accolade at the 2011 MTV European Music Awards (EMAs).The 'Femme Fatale' singer has been named as the North American finalist in the category which will see...
By Bang Showbiz on 24 October 2011
Abba To Reform For One-off Show?
Abba could reform after more than 30 years apart. Agnetha Faltskog - one fourth of the group alongside Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson - has confirmed she would like to "chat" with her...
By Bang Showbiz on 03 January 2011
Justin Hawkins And Brian Harvey Slam Scooch
The UK's entrants for the Eurovision song contest, Scooch, have been accused of cheating the public in order to make their way to the finals of the continent's music competition.Controversy had already settled on the...
By Contributor on 20 March 2007
Radiohead For Eurovision
The British entry in the 2004 EUROVISION SONG CONTEST will be given a boost by an entry from award-winning musicians RADIOHEAD. The CREEP legends say they will offer tracks from their acclaimed album KID...
By WENN on 01 June 2003
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