JOY Eurovision

Italy is famous for many things, but in the music world, they’re famous for inventing Eurovision. The original song contest, Sanremo, has delivered the first female singer in ten years and we’re all excited.

Michael and Io review some of the songs that couldn’t beat Angelina Mango (though did in some aspects) in the annual (days-long) festival of music.

Who’s Michael tossing a coin for?

What was Io hoping would happen with the public vote?

Who should take the artistic reins for 2025?

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Geolier – I P’ ME, TU P’ TE [Me for myself, you for yourself]

Annalisa – Sinceramente [Sincerely]

Ghali – Casa Mia [My house]

Mahmood – TUTA GOLD [Everything’s Gold]

Il Volo – Capolavoro [Masterpiece]

Alfa – Vai! [Go!]

Emma – APNEA

Fiorella Mannoia – Mariposa

The Kolors – UN RAGAZZO UNA RAGAZZA [A boy, a girl]

Ricchi e Poveri – Ma non tutta la vita [But not all of life]

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After what has felt like both 5 years and 5 minutes, the 2024 Eurovision National Final season is coming to a close. As is tradition, Sweden‘s Melodifestivalen wraps things up for another year (and you can watch it via SVT Play from 6am on Sunday 10 March AEDT / 8pm on Saturday 9 March CET).

Michael and Io preview 10 of the 12 songs in the running for the trip down the road to Malmö and share their thoughts about the 2024 edition of the poptastic music competition.

And there’s even a special announcement!

What do we need to see from Sweden in 2025?

Who’s been to the Ukrainian Diva Academy?

Which song deserves to win Melfest?

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Maria Sur – When I’m Gone

Smash Into Pieces – Heroes Are Calling

Cazzi Opeia – Give My Heart a Break

Annika Wickihalder – Light

Marcus & Martinus – Unforgettable

Dotter – It’s Not Easy to Write a Love Song

Medina – Que Sera

LIAMOO – Dragon

Jacqline – Effortless

Danny Saucedo – Happy That You Found Me

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The Most Serene Republic of San Marino was far from quiet as Una Voce per San Marino (or UVPSM for short) took over. With hundreds of songs being whittled down to 17, there was someone from everywhere in this crazy national final.

Michael and Io jump over the Italian border to find out who got close to taking Megara’s UVPSM win. And they discuss the future of Loredana after coming second twice.

What happens now with the OGAE Second Chance competition?

Who should’ve asked their mum for advice?

What about the polar bear?

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Jalisse – Il Paradiso è qui [Paradise is here]

BOOOM! – Dance Like This

La Rua – Governo del cuore [Heart government]

Loredana Bertè – Pazza [Crazy]

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It’s time to wrap things up in Iceland as Söngvakeppnin comes to a close. The Grand Final beams across the world on Saturday 3 March at 8:45pm CET (or 6:45am on Sunday if you’re working with daylight savings on the Aussie east coast). Along with the actual stream via RÚV, the broadcaster is also giving English speakers a chance to enjoy commentary at ruv.is/english

Michael and Io are having their own problems with English (and thinking) as they preview the five songs in the running for a trip to Malmö. While there’s a clear favourite, you can never presume to know what will happen in a Eurovision national final.

How are the bangers affecting Michael?

Why is literal not in Io’s vocabulary?

What should we expect in the super final?

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VÆB – Bíómynd [Movie]

Hera Björk – Scared of Heights

ANITA – Downfall

Bashar Murad 🏳️‍🌈 – Wild West

Sigga Ózk – Into The Atmosphere

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Once again, Ireland had to contend with a special edition of The Late Late Show to select its Eurovision entry. While Eurosong continues to deliver a variety of songs and styles, the format continues to deliver a bit of meh.

Michael and Io check out the songs that couldn’t beat Bambie Thug and their banger Doomsday Blues. And they share their thoughts on the 2024 Irish national final.

Why is Michael so annoyed with the boys?

Who does Io think got a bad rap?

Will Eurosong ever go out on its own?

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Isabella Kearney 🇦🇺 – Let Me Be the Fire

JyellowL ft Toshín – Judas

Erica-Cody – Love Me Like I Do

Next in Line – Love Like Us

Ailsha – Go Tobann [Suddenly]

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Every year, Norway delivers a surprising competition. This year, Melodi Grand Prix did not disappoint.

Michael and Io revisit some of the songs that reached the MGP grand final, but couldn’t beat Gåte. With familiar faces, surprising ballads and a whole heap of goth goodness, find out what could have been if Ulveham didn’t get to number 1.

What scoring change should be made to MGP?

Who does Michael want to hear on loop?

Why is Io now fond of a ballad?

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Margaret Berger – Oblivion

Dag Erik Oksvold & Anne Fagermo – Judge Tenderly of Me

GOTHMINISTER – We Come Alive

Super Rob & Erika Norwich – My AI

KEiiNO 🏳️‍🌈 – Damdiggida

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Having recently been named Europe’s new Cultural Centre, Estonia has a lot to live up to. One of those challenges is Eesti Laul, the annual song competition used to select the Nordic state’s Eurovision entry.

While Michael and Io might not be waking up at 4:30am on Sunday 18 February to watch the live stream in Melbourne, they’re still pretty interested in what Estonia is putting up in their national final. Join them to hear what they think of the five jury-chosen and five semi-final winners who make up the 2024 grand final.

Why isn’t Liam sharing his thoughts?

What sent Io to sleep?

How strategic should Estonia get in choosing their winner?

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Brother Apollo – Bad Boy

Carlos Ukareda – Never Growing Up

Ewert and The Two Dragons – Hold Me Now

Anet Vaikmaa – Serotoniin

OLLIE – My Friend

Daniel Levi – Over The Moon

Uudo Sepp & Sarah Murray – Still Love

Peter Põder – Korra veel [One more time]

5MIINUST & Puuluup – (Nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi [We don’t (yet) know anything about (these) drugs]

Nele-Liis Vaiksoo – Käte ümber jää [Ice around your hands]

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Last year, Finland came within a breath of victory thanks to their king Käärijä. This year, they’re hoping that Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (or UMK for ease of use) delivers another Eurovision contender.

Michael and Io run through the seven entries in the running to go to Malmö, ahead of the show going to air at 6am AEDT on Sunday 11 February (or 8pm CET on Saturday). Not only can you see all seven songs via Yle’s website, you can also enjoy the delight of a massive interval act and a banging opener thanks to Benjamin.

Where do Michael and Io want to put all their points?

What’s up with the red flags?

Who should have a gig on Drag Race Finland?

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Käärijä & Erika Vikman – Ruoska [Whip]

Sini Sabotage – Kuori mua [Peel me]

Cyan Kicks – Dancing With Demons

Jesse Markin – Glow

Benjamin 🏳️‍🌈 – GAY

Mikael Gabriel & nublu – Vox Populi

Sara Siipola – Paskana [Mf’ing wreck]

Sexmane – MANIA

Windows95man – No Rules!

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For the third year, Spain is heading to the sunny beaches of Benidorm to pick their Eurovision entrant. And for the third year, Benidorm is putting on quite the show!

Michael and Bryan preview the Benidorm Fest 2024 Grand Final and share their thoughts on the eight songs competing for the ticket to Sweden in May.

Enjoy the show yourself from 7am AEDT on Sunday 4 February (10pm, Saturday 3 February CET) via RTVE Play.

What’s the Laird got to do with it?

Whose basement was flooded?

What are the boys’ picks for the final?

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María Peláe 🏳️‍🌈 – Remitente [Sender]

st. Pedro – Dos Extraños (Cuarteto de Cuerda) [Two Strangers (String Quartet)]

Angy – Sé Quién Soy [I know who I am]

Jorge González – Caliente [Hot]

Nebulossa – Zorra [Vixen]

Sofia Coll – Here To Stay

Miss Caffeina – Bla Bla Bla

Almácor – Brillos Platino [Platinum Shines]

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We last saw them perform on the Eurovision stage in 1993, and they’ve been sorely missed. Finally, Luxembourg is back and they’re delivering quite the national final.

Michael and Io preview the Luxembourg Song Contest 2024, which will decide who follows Modern Times in the Grand Duchy’s history books. They have some interesting opinions on who’s in contention, but some solid agreement about the competition as a whole.

The eight finalists will perform from 6am on Sunday 28 January (AEDT) for your votes and you can watch the show via the RTL website.

What’s caused Michael and Io to disagree?

Who needs urgent fashion advice?

Why are the bookies so wrong?

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EDSUN 🏳️‍🌈 – Finally Alive

Angy ft Rafa Ela – Drop

Krick – Drowning in the Rain

Joel Marques – Believer

One Last Time – Devil In The Detail

CHAiLD 🏳️‍🌈 – Hold On

Naomi Ayé – Paumée sur terre [Lost on Earth]

TALI – Fighter

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