JESC2019: Interview with Anna Kearney Eurovision Ireland talks to our very own Anna Kearney. She tells us about a certain ESC winner, and her favourite performer. They’re not the same person! And lovely cake. Anna performs in 12th place at JESC 2019 on Sunday 24 November. Vote for […]
TVP Wilno, the Polish channel specifically focussed on Polish immigrants in Lithuania, will broadcast this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest live, this coming Sunday afternoon. This will be the first time the Contest will be seen in Lithuania since LRT last participated back in 2011. Author: Richard Taylor […]
JESC2019: Interview with Roksana Węgiel Eurovision Ireland caught up with Roksana Węgiel. Who, you may ask? Well she only went and won JESC 2018, and is the reason we’re in Poland. She told us about her year, her awards, and cake. Stay tuned for a Roksana competition! Author: […]
Day 4 has been a short day in terms of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. We have interviewed not one, not two, but three people this afternoon. Only two were artists and one was a very special person – but you’ll have to keep an eye out on […]
Wednesday 20th November marked the second day, of the first set of rehearsals in Gliwice. As these were closed rehearsals, we have been unable to provide a LiveBlog for you today. However, we can bring you the one minute clips provided by the European Broadcasting Union to give […]
Oh Casanova! You read it right! It’s the news that Eurovision fans all over the continent have been waiting and waiting for – after years of showing little interest in coming back to the contest, Andorra have announced plans to return to Eurovision!!! But before you get your […]
Yesterday SBS – the Australian national broadcaster has unveiled two more Eurovsion: Australia Decides acts. Mitch Tambo and iOTA will be joining Casey Donovan and Vanessa Amorosi at the second edition of the Australian Eurovision national final next February on the Gold Coast. Australia’s second Eurovision national final will be held on Saturday 7 February at the Gold […]
After the first day of First Rehearsals took place, the second day take place and this year, they are behind close doors. We are unable to provide live coverage because of the closed door situation. Today, the following nine countries will take to the stage: North Macedonia Poland […]
JESC2019: Interview with Viki from Poland Eurovision Ireland caught up with Viki Gabor from Poland. After her country won in 2018, she carries the hopes of the host nation. Viki talks about her home country, The Voice, and sweet products. Viki sings Superhero, performing 11th, at the 2019 […]
Tuesday 19th November marked the first day, of the first set of rehearsals in Gliwice. As these were closed rehearsals, we have been unable to provide a LiveBlog for you today. However, we can bring you the one minute clips provided by the European Broadcasting Union to give […]
Day 3 in Katowice has been a game of two sides in a manner of speaking. In terms of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, we’ve interviewed the participants from Poland and Russia, as well as last year’s winner Roksana, who’ll be co-hosting the Contest this Sunday. On the […]
BIRTHDAY: Ofra Haza would have been 62 today Sometimes a song comes along that you just fall in love with. You know it won’t win because of the field that year. Nevertheless, it becomes an instant classic. And it’s all the poignant when the performer is taken before […]
JESC2019: Interview with Tatyana and Denberel from Russia Eurovision Ireland speaks to Tatyana Mezhentseva and Denberel Oorzhak from Russia. They talk about what the song means to them, and a certain sweet product. Tatyana and Denberel perform 3rd, singing A time for us, at the 2019 Junior Eurovision […]
Greetings from a mild Tuesday here in Katowice, outside the Silesian Theatre. Here we have a brief round-up of the Opening Ceremony from last night, along with planned interviews for you to catch over the course of the day. Author: Richard Taylor Source: Eurovision Ireland
JESC BIRTHDAY: Gaia Cauchi from Malta is 17 today Gaia took part in JESC 2013 in Kyiv. And she only went and won! She was awarded The Midalja għall-Qadi tar-Repubblika (Medal for Service to the Republic) as a result. Happy birthday, Gaia! Author: John Stanton Source: Eurovision Ireland
The Opening Ceremony took place last night at the Silesian Theatre here in Katowice. Here is a gallery of the stars during the Ceremony. Red Carpet Albania Armenia Australia Belarus France Georgia Ireland Italy Kazakhstan Malta North Macedonia Poland Portugal Russia Serbia Spain The Netherlands Ukraine Wales EBU […]
The annual vote returns and as usual, will be revealed on New Year’s Eve via ESC Radio. Can Duncan Laurence be the first to topple Loreen off the top spot? Don’t just think it’ll happen – cast your vote and it may happen! Voting can now happen HERE. […]
The Journal is back for another Contest – this time from the Silesia Region, which is hosting the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. Events will be spread across the region – while mainly in Gliwice, some will be based in Katowice too. Day 1 was all about the travelling. […]
As the Junior Eurovision Song Contest is only days away, we thought it was about time we yielded to popular demand and asked Eurovision Ireland’s youngest contributor what he thinks – so it’s over to James’ nephew Jack! Jack, now 7, was a little disappointed when I told […]
BIRTHDAY: Alain Barrière from France is 84 today It’s often remarked that some contests are remembered for certain events, rather than the songs that are sung. 1991 when two countries tied for first place for example. Back in 1963, there were allegations that the contest was pre-recorded! And […]
Shortly after the Opening Ceremony, which was held at the Silesian Theatre tonight in Katowice, the European Broadcasting Union has announced the Running Order of this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest. During the Opening Ceremony, Poland drew 11th position as the host nation, then Australia was drawn to […]
Welcome to the start of Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2019 week from Gliwice – however Day One doesn’t strictly take place in Gliwice! No, the Opening Ceremony will be held in the neighbouring city of Katowice – the city where the delegations are based, as well as Eurovision […]
Last night in Ireland, this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest participant, Anna Kearney, performed live on The Ray D’Arcy Show, on RTE One. If you missed the show, you can rewatch Anna perform her rendition of “Symphony” below: Author: Richard Taylor Source: RTE
BIRTHDAY: Vrčak from North Macedonia is 39 today It’s one thing to be a soloist, another to be half of a duo, but another thing entirely to be part of a trio. Do you giver yourselves a fancy name? Or do you insist that all of you get […]
Tonight, Anna Kearney will be performing Banshee LIVE on the Ray D’Arcy Show. This will give Anna and her entry some good exposure ahead of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest next weekend. The show is on RTE One at 21:40GMT/22:40CET. Author: Richard Taylor Source: RTE
#JESC BIRTHDAY: Mariam Mamadashvili from Georgia is 14 today Mariam took part in JESC 2016 in Malta. She only went and won! Happy birthday Mariam! Author: John Stanton Source: Eurovision Ireland
BIRTHDAY: Corinne Hermès is 58 today We had a winner yesterday. And we have another one today. This is no group, nor is it a maiden win. It’s a last win – to date – for one of our more petite countries. Our friends in Luxembourg fell out […]
BIRTHDAY: Frida from Sweden is 74 today Just once in a while, I’ll pick a birthday for a member of a group. And I’ve gone obscure. Possibly. Let’s see if her group’s song rings any bells at all. I understand it did OK in the 1970s. I jest […]
This year’s Official Programme of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest has been released. It can be downloaded HERE from the official website. In previous years, the Programme was only available as a physical item to visitors of the Contest. Now the Programme is available to everyone! Author: Richard […]
In a world where most of us chase the here and now, we almost forget sometimes to appreciate the memories… This evening I opened the Youtube page and saw the recommendation to watch Céline’s new video, Courage. The lyrics are so sincere and I felt an instant connection. […]
Tonight on Estonian television, the final twelve artists and their songs for Eesti Laul 2020 have been announced. They are: Synne Valtri feat. Väliharf – Majakad Anett x Fredi – Write About Me INGA – Right Time German & Violina – Heart Winder Viinerid – Kapa Kohi-LA Revals […]
BIRTHDAY: Yovanna is 79 today Black and white is an underrated medium. It can cover a multitude of sins, not least you can wear what garish colour you like and it appears as a shade of grey. It’s a great leveller. Anyway, onto today’s song. It was in […]
TV4 are no longer members of the European Broadcasting Union. They participated at in the Eurovision Dance Contest, in 2007 and 2008. TV4 also temporarily took over from SVT in participation at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest – 2006, 2007 & 2009. Here is Danny Saucedo, during TV4’s […]
Just like 2019, forty one countries will #OpenUp in Rotterdam. However, the line-up will be different. Hungary and Montenegro have withdrawn from the Contest, while Bulgaria and Ukraine return. The full line-up for 2020 is: Albania (RTSH) Armenia (AMPTV) Australia (SBS) Austria (ORF) Azerbaijan (ICTIMAI) Belarus (BTRC) Belgium […]
Georgia has confirmed participation in next year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest – joining The Netherlands in the line-up. Furthermore, we know that GPB, the Georgian broadcaster, will use Ranina for a third year running, as their National Selection. Auditions will take place shortly after this year’s Junior Eurovision […]
Tonight on Estonian television, the first twelve artists and their songs for Eesti Laul 2020 have been announced. They are: STEFAN – By My Side Kruuv – Leelo SHIRA – Out In Space Jaagup Tuisk – Beautiful Lie Little Mess – Without A Reason Ziggy Wild – Lean On Me Uku […]
It’s November, which means it’s time to Share The Joy – because the Junior Eurovision Song Contest is just weeks away! Eurovision Ireland’s Staggy will be there on the ground in Gliwice (sure some of the rest of the team will make an appearance too!) to keep you […]
BIRTHDAY: Benny Borg is 74 today Back in the 1970s, it was almost the same countries that turned up every year. There was none of this semi-final tomfoolery. And as for the concept of countries further east taking part. Well, that would just be madness. Obviously things chance, […]
In Georgia, Georgian Idol have revealed the ten acts through to it’s live shows and therefore a chance at representing their country at the 65th Eurovision Song Contest, in Rotterdam. The ten acts fighting to represent their country are: Merab Amzoevi Mariam Gogiberidze Anri Guchmanidze Tamar Kakalashvili Nika […]
JESC BIRTHDAY: Gianluca Cilia is 12 today Gianluca Cilia represented Malta in JESC 2017 in Tbilisi. Happy birthday, Gianluca! Author: John Stanton Source: Eurovision Ireland
For the first time in 31 years, the Final of Melodi Grand Prix will be held outside of Oslo. Next year, the show will be coming from the city of Trondheim. Stig Karlsen, the Head of Delegation and MGP Producer, had the following to say: “We are excited […]
TVP has today released the rehearsal schedule for this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest, taking place in Gliwice, Poland. We will of course be there to bring you coverage of the Contest. The first rehearsals will be what is known as closed rehearsals. Therefore on Tuesday 19th and […]
BIRTHDAY: Elina Konstantopoulou is 49 today Have you ever thought what the stars of Eurovision have to go through on the big night? Apart from the pressure of representing their country that is. Well, just spare a thought if you’re the last to sing in the Grand Final. […]
BIRTHDAY: Hugo Sigal from Belgium is 72 today We celebrate the winners here. We also celebrate the also-rans. And, indeed, we celebrate the last places too. After all, there are many last-placed songs that are better known than the songs that beat them. Today we take a trip […]
The Official Album of this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest has now been released. The Album is available across iTunes, Spotify and other platforms across the continent. In the UK, the Official Album costs £10.99 on iTunes. Other platforms and other countries may have different prices. Author: Richard […]
JESC BIRTHDAY: Anna Filipchuk from Russia is 15 today Anna took part in JESC 2018 in Minsk, with the song Unbreakable. Happy birthday Anna! Author: John Stanton Source: Eurovision Ireland
BIRTHDAY: Laila Kinnunen from Finland would have been 80 today That first entry. Always daunting for a broadcaster. What will Europe think of us? How will we do? Will we have the money to take part every year? Back in the 1960s, participation was easier. Eurovision was a […]
It was announced earlier today that Blink TV, the production company behind SBS’s Eurovision – Australia Decides, has won an award. They have been announced Regional winner’s of the Asian Academy Creative Awards for Best Music or Dance Programme. Furthermore to the award news, the first two contenders […]
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