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Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Io, Paul, James and Fleur were in the studio as big fans of all things Eurovision. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #35: Pernilla – När jag blundar (Finland 2012) #34: Alessandra – Queen of Kings (Norway 2023) #33: Céline Dion – Ne partez pas sans moi (Switzerland 1988) #32: Olly Alexander – Dizzy (United Kingdom 2024) #31: Bambie Thug – Doomsday Blue (Ireland 2024) #30: Diodato – Fai rumore (Italy 2020) #29: Sibel Tüzün – Süper Star (Turkey 2006) #28: Johnny Logan – Hold Me Now (Ireland 1987) #27: Poli Genova – If Love Was a Crime (Bulgaria 2016) #26: Loïc Nottet – Rhythm Inside (Belgium 2015) #25: SunStroke Project and Olia Tira – Run Away (Moldova 2010) #24: Ruslana – Wild Dances (Ukraine 2004) #23: Hatari – Hatrið mun sigra (Iceland 2019) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #35 to #23 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Io, Paul, James and Fleur were in the studio as big fans of all things Eurovision. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #48: Electric Fields – One Milkali (One Blood) (Australia 2024) #47: Charlotte Nilsson – Take Me to Your Heaven (Sweden 1999) #46: Sertab Erener – Everyway That I Can (Turkey 2003) #45: Il Volo – Grande amore (Italy 2015) #44: Efendi – Mata Hari (Azerbaijan 2021) #43: Marco Mengoni – Due vite (Italy 2023) #42: Lordi – Hard Rock Hallelujah (Finland 2006) #41: Ani Lorak – Shady Lady (Ukraine 2008) #40: Lena – Satellite (Germany 2010) #39: Emmelie de Forest – Only Teardrops (Denmark 2013) #38: Mahmood – Soldi (Italy 2019) #37: Gina G – Ooh Aah… Just a Little Bit (United Kingdom 1996) #36: Sergey Lazarev – You Are the Only One (Russia 2016) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #48 to #36 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Michael, Theo and Leo (but not Io) were in the studio to keep the countdown bouncing along. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #61: Gjon’s Tears – Répondez-moi (Switzerland 2020) #60: Lucie Jones – Never Give Up on You (United Kingdom 2017) #59: Nebulossa – Zorra (Spain 2024) #58: Rosa Linn – Snap (Armenia 2022) #57: Subwoolfer – Give That Wolf a Banana (Norway 2022) #56: Duncan Laurence – Arcade (Netherlands 2019) #55: La Zarra – Évidemment (France 2023) #54: Blanche – City Lights (Belgium 2017) #53: Silvía Night – Congratulations (Iceland 2006) #52: Francesco Gabbani – Occidentali’s Karma (Italy 2017) #51: Kalush Orchestra – Stefania (Ukraine 2022) #50: Beth – Dime (Spain 2003) #49: Greta Salóme – Hear Them Calling (Iceland 2016) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #61 to #49 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Michael, Theo and Leo (but not Io) were in the studio to keep the countdown bouncing along. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #74: Netta – Toy (Israel 2018) #73: Tali – Fighter (Luxembourg 2024) #72: Barbara Pravi – Voilà (France 2021) #71: Urban Symphony – Rändajad (Estonia 2009) #70: Toto Cutugno – Insieme: 1992 (Italy 1990) #69: Jamala – 1944 (Ukraine 2016) #68: Mia Nicolai and Dion Cooper – Burning Daylight (Netherlands 2023) #67: Eugent Bushpepa – Mall (Albania 2018) #66: Silvester Belt – Luktelk (Lithuania 2024) #65: Little Big – Uno (Russia 2020) #64: Alyona Alyona and Jerry Heil – Teresa & Maria (Ukraine 2024) #63: Paula Seling and Ovi – Playing with Fire (Romania 2010) #62: Zlata Ognevich – Gravity (Ukraine 2013) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #74 to #62 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Michael, Io, Keith and Lachlan were in the studio to get the ball rolling. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #87: Mihai Trăistariu – Tornerò (Romania 2006) #86: Katrina and the Waves – Love Shine a Light (United Kingdom 1997) #85: Marina Satti – Zari (Greece 2024) #84: Helena Paparizou – My Number One (Greece 2005) #83: Robin Bengtsson – I Can’t Go On (Sweden 2017) #82: Aminata – Love Injected (Latvia 2015) #81: Laura Tesoro – What’s the Pressure (Belgium 2016) #80: Azúcar Moreno – Bandido (Spain 1990) #79: Kristian Kostov – Beautiful Mess (Bulgaria 2017) #78: Sam Ryder – Space Man (United Kingdom 2022) #77: Let 3 – Mama ŠČ! (Croatia 2023) #76: Grethe and Jørgen Ingmann – Dansevise (Denmark 1963) #75: Marija Šerifović – Molitva (Serbia 2007) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #87 to #75 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Michael, Io, Keith and Lachlan were in the studio to get the ball rolling. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #100: Hera Björk – Je ne sais quoi (Iceland 2010) #99: Amanda Tenfjord – Die Together (Greece 2022) #98: Nadav Guedj – Golden Boy (Israel 2015) #97: Giorgos Alkaios and Friends – Opa (Greece 2010) #96: Slimane – Mon amour (France 2024) #95: Gustaph – Because of You (Belgium 2023) #94: Gjon’s Tears – Tout l’univers (Switzerland 2021) #93: Daði og Gagnamagnið – 10 Years (Iceland 2021) #92: Bucks Fizz – Making Your Mind Up (United Kingdom 1981) #91: Jedward – Lipstick (Ireland 2011) #90: Guy Sebastian – Tonight Again (Australia 2015) #89: Angelina Mango – La noia (Italy 2024) #88: Elina Born and Stig Rästa – Goodbye to Yesterday (Estonia 2015) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #100 to #88 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

You thought the first half of Eurovision Semi Final 1 was crazy? Check out the second half! Michael and Io wrap their heads around the monstrosity that is the second half, with some major songs that everyone wants to see in the Grand Final… but no one knows if they’ll get there. Make sure you set your alarm to watch Semi Final 1 live on SBS and SBS On Demand on Wednesday 14 May at 5am (AEST). What’s our dirty secret? Who’s serving all the attitude? Why does Michael need some help? Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Vote now to rank all of the songs in this half of Semi Final 1 and choose who you think will be headed to the Grand Final. Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Norway: Kyle Alessandro – Lighter Belgium: Red Sebastian – Strobe Lights Azerbaijan: Mamagama – Run With U San Marino: Gabry Ponte – Tutta L’Italia Albania: Shkodra Elektronike – Zjerm Netherlands: Claude – C’est La Vie Croatia: Marko Bošnjak – Poison Cake Cyprus: Theo Evan – Shh The post Previewing the 2nd half of Eurovision 2025 Semi Final 1 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

He’s full of all the good vibrations and is taking them to Basel. Go-Jo has been wowing Europe with his energy and talent (and looks, to be honest) ahead of Eurovision. Australia’s new milkshake maker talked with Michael and Io about his life and how these stories have made Marty Zambotto who he is today. What music did Marty grow up on? What’s with all the food? What does Marty take everywhere with him? You can see Go-Jo perform Milkshake Man during Semi Final 2. Watch it on SBS: Live on Friday 16 May at 5am AEST Prime time on Saturday 17 May at 7:30pm AEST See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post Guitars, lettuce, vibrations and stories: Catching up with Go-Jo appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After entertaining Europe during the interval of the second semi of the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest, Australia was invited to celebrate 60 years of the contest as a special entrant in 2015. Ten years since this ‘one off’, we’re still going strong. Michael and Io sprint through ten years of Eurovision memories, as they dig through the archives to: Say hello to Julia and Sam (and give Sam his second debut on JOY) Find out what performing in the 2015 Grand Final meant to Guy Sebastian Learn about Myf and Joel’s Eurovision commentary credentials Investigate what Kate Miller-Heidke had in store Get the inside word from Paul Clarke about being Sheldon’s bridesmaid Hear Voyager’s opinion about Aussie rock Find out what former Head of Delegation, Josh Martin, hoped for the future of Australia at Eurovision And of course, listen to that magical interval number from Jess Mauboy. Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision The post Celebrating a decade of Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s finally here – we’re ready to preview the Eurovision Song Contest for 2025! Michael and Io grab a coffee and a Swiss cheese sandwich to help work through the seven songs in the first half of Semi Final 1. You can line your breakfast essentials up to watch Semi Final 1 live on SBS and SBS On Demand on Wednesday 14 May at 5am (AEST). What’s with Charli XCX? Who needs good face? Where are the toilet breaks? Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Vote now to rank all of the songs in this half of Semi Final 1 and choose who you think will be headed to the Grand Final. Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Iceland: VÆB – RÓA [Row] Poland: Justyna Steczkowska – GAJA Slovenia: Klemen – How Much Time Do We Have Left Estonia: Tommy Cash – Espresso Macchiato Ukraine: Ziferblat – Bird of Pray Sweden: KAJ – Bara Bada Bastu Portugal: NAPA – Deslocado [Displaced] The post Previewing the 1st half of Eurovision 2025 Semi Final 1 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Singing, singing, singing. That’s what Malta is good at. And this year, Malta Eurovision Song Contest served all the singing (as well as ads for banks). Michael and Io serve up a mini review of MESC, with some big songs that couldn’t quite slay. You’ll even get a slight snippet of Miriana Conte‘s original winner. Where’s all the Maltese come from? Who’s ready for wedding performances? Why is Michael loving the throwbacks? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Adria Twins – Qalb ma’ Qalb [Heart to Heart] JVF – Festa (No Time for Siesta) [LGBTIQA] Victoria – Juno Kantera – LalaRataTakeke LalaRataKabum Kristy Spiteri – Heaven Sent The post Reviewing Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025: She’s serving (Malta) appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

For a country that is under attack, Ukraine certainly doesn’t show it in their musical extravaganzas. Once again, Vidbir took place to allow Ukrainians to choose their entry for Eurovision. Michael and Io review some of the songs that were beaten by Ziferblat in the final. What does Ukraine have a steady supply of? Who’s not quite sitting right? Why are we shocked about it all? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist KRYLATA – STAY TRUE FIЇNKA – Культура [Culture] KHAYAT – Honor Маша Кондратенко – No Time to Cry MOLODI – my sea The post Reviewing Vidbir 2025: Ukraine flies high appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

There’s something endearing about a Balkan mess, but somehow Serbia makes theirs sexy. After Pesma za Evroviziju declared Princ as the 2025 winner, rumours swirled about what actually happened. Michael and Io take a shallow dive into PzE and explore what didn’t quite make it. If you want bangers, this is the place to be! What’s with the drama (allegedly)? Can Serbia learn for 2026? What were the juries thinking? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist tam – DURUM DURUM Mimi Mercedez – Turbo žurka [Turbo party] Bojana x David – Šesto čulo [The sixth sense] Vukayla – MASK Harem Girls – Aladin [LGBTIQA – Aladdin] The post Reviewing Pesma za Evroviziju 25: Serbia’s Prince of the night appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Last year, Croatia turned out a big winner thanks to Dora. This year, we’re not too sure about it all. Michael and Io jump into Croatia’s national final to see what couldn’t quite beat Marko Bošnjak’s Poison Cake. What’s Michael’s opinion about the contestants? Who’s stolen our hearts? What’s Io confused about? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Luka Nižetić – Južina LELEK – The soul of my soul Magazin – AaAaA Ogenj – Daj daj The post Reviewing Dora 2025: Croatia takes the cake appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

The 75th edition of Europe’s original song festival gave us all the drama, with an outcome that even bookies were enjoying. This year’s Sanremo (aka Festival della canzone italiana) had new artistic management, but Italy‘s televote results didn’t change all that much. Michael and Io discuss what went down at the Ariston (and beyond), leading us to Lucio Corsi taking the Italian flag to Basel. Who should have a break? Who got robbed? What will come of Sanremo next year? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Coma_Cose – CUORICINI [Little Hearts] Joan Thiele – Eco The Kolors – TU CON CHI FAI L’AMORE [Who Do You Make Love With] Elodie – Dimenticarsi alle 7 [Forget about each other at 7am] Giorgia – LA CURA PER ME [The Treatment for Me] Simone Cristicchi – Quando sarai piccola [When You Are Little] Fedez – BATTITO [Heartbeat] Brunori Sas – L’albero delle noci [The Walnut Tree] Olly – Balorda nostalgia [Foolish Nostalgia] The post Reviewing Sanremo 2025: Olly wins, and Lucio goes appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Benidorm Fest heralds the beginning of gay Christmas in Spain, as singers from across the country battle for the bronze microphone. This year, Melody won the hearts of muscle bears with her song ESA DIVA. Michael and Io look from top to bottom for a selection of Spanish divas that might just tickle your fancy. Who’s been stocking up on cigars? What public service announcement does Michael have to share? Who’s smashing the beachside clubs? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Kuve – LOCA XTI [Crazy for you] Mel Ömana – I’m a Queen [LGBTIQA] J Kbello – VIP Daniela Blasco – Uh Nana The post Reviewing Benidorm Fest 2025: Spain’s diva has arrived appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

As we enter the calm before the Eurovision semi final storm, it’s the perfect opportunity to check in with Ireland. After teasing that Eurosong would be its own production, we ended up with another special edition of The Late Late Show. And this special edition delivered a win to Norwegian singer EMMY with a song about Laika the dog. Michael and Io take a rocket ship into the Irish cosmos to explore what else was vying for the Irish title. Can Eurosong ever break free? Who should be back next year? What can a dog do for Ireland? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Adgy – Run Into The Night [LGBTIQA] NIYL – Growth [LGBTIQA] Bobbi Arlo – POWERPLAY [LGBTIQA] Samantha Mumba – My Way The post Reviewing Eurosong 2025: Taking Ireland to space appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After months of musical delight (and disappointment), the 2025 Eurovision National Final Season is coming to a close. And as is traditional, Sweden‘s festival of music, Melodifestivalen, is the last preview show of the year. Michael and Io get through most of the songs wanting to win that special trophy and head to Basel. Will it be the return of a Swedish champion or will another foreigner claim the reward? Watch Melodifestivalen on SVT Play on Saturday 8 March from 8pm if you’re in Europe, or on Sunday 9 March from 6am if you’re working on AEDT. What’s the deal with Måns? Who’s got Michael feeling the ’80s? Where did all the horses comes from? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist John Lundvik – Voice of the Silent Dolly Style – YIHAA [Yeehaw!] Greczula – Believe Me Klara Hammarström – On and On and On SCARLET – Sweet N’ Psycho Erik Segerstedt – Show Me What Love Is Maja Ivarsson – Kamikaze Life Meira Omar – Hush Hush Måns Zelmerlöw – Revolution Saga Ludvigsson – Hate You So Much [Podcast extra] Annika Wickihalder – Life Again [Podcast extra] KAJ – Bara bada bastu [Just Take a Sauna] The post Previewing Melodifestivalen 2025: From bros to… ? appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

As the 2025 Eurovision National Final season starts to wrap, we turn to Denmark. Dansk Melodi Grand Prix, or DMGP for brevity. Michael and Io fired the satellite up to delve into DMGP for 2025 and discuss Denmark’s options for Basel. You can fire your own satellite up to watch DMGP via DRTV on Sunday 2 March at 6am (if you’re in the Aussie east coast) or at 8pm on Saturday 1 March (if you’re working in central Euro time). Has Io’s DMGP tune changed? What’s happening to Michael’s sixth sense? Who’s going to be busy during European festival season? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist MARIYA – I Belong To Me Tim Schou – Proud Max Ulver – Supernova Hervé Toure – ALLEZ ALLEZ Maria Mathea – Air Adel the Second – The Unluckiest Boy Alive Sissal – Hallucination Andreas Kruse – Hear My Prayer The post Previewing Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2025: Denmark’s crowning glory appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Poland has made its decision for Eurovision 2025 thanks to Wielki finał polskich kwalifikacji. A massive 39% of Poles decided that pop legend Justyna Steczkowska was the one to choose, with her banger GAJA. Michael and Io check out some of the other songs that came close and share their thoughts about a (surprisingly) well produced national final. Where are the receipts? What does Io really think? Has TVP turned a corner? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Kuba – PRAY Dominik Dudek – Hold The Light Sw@da x Niczos – Lusterka [Mirrors] The post Reviewing Wielki finał polskich kwalifikacji: When Poland transcends appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After reaching Bjorkan heights last year, Iceland is ready to choose a new Eurovision hero. With the Söngvakeppnin grand final only hours away, Michael and Io run through the six songs that will be wanting to fly the flag in Basel. If you’re on the Aussie east coast, you can enjoy the show on Sunday 23 February from 6:45am via the Eurovision YouTube channel. If you’re in Europe, you should try to watch from 8:45pm on Saturday 24 February instead. How niche can Iceland get? What’s happened to the rock? Are the bookies on track? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist ÁGÚST – Like you Bjarni Arason – Aðeins lengur [A little longer] Júlí & Dísa – Fire VÆB – RÓA [QUIET] Tinna – Words Stebbi Jak – Set Me Free The post Previewing Söngvakeppnin 2025: The highest of Iceland’s heights appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

We’re in the home stretch of Eurovision National Final Season, and Norway is next up to decide. Melodi Grand Prix has ditched the semi finals and is direct to the grannie, as Tarjei Strøm takes over musical duties. Michael and Io listen to the nine songs that made it through to the big event and share some ideas for staging, perfect demographics and how old favourites might be received. You can watch MGP live via NRK from 5:50am on Sunday 16 February (AEDT) or 7:50pm on Saturday 15 February in Central Europe. What’s Rybak up to? Who’s getting their house-down-boots on in Oslo’s gay clubs? What about Laika Party? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Tone Damli – Last Song Sondrey – Vagabond Nora Jabri – Sulale [Bloodline] Wig Wam – HUMAN FIRE LLL – Parasite Kyle Alessandro – Lighter Nataleen – The Game Ladybug – Hot as Hell in Paradise Bobbysocks – Joyful The post Previewing MGP 2025: Norway’s grand melodi appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Latvia is ready to shine with the grand final of their Eurovision national final, Supernova. Ten acts have reached the final, hoping to be sent to Switzerland to represent their country in May. Michael and Io preview the ten songs in the running and share what they think should happen next. You can watch the Supernova final on Saturday 8 February at 8pm in Central Europe or on Sunday 9 February at 6am on the Aussie East Coast via the LTV website. Why is the studio smokey? Who’s getting hot and bothered? What do the Latvians need to learn from the Nordics? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Chris Noah – Romance Isn’t Dead Palú – Delusional Sinerģija – Bound by the light Citi Zēni – RAMTAI Tepat – Sadzejot [Compose] The Ludvig – LĪGO [Midsummer] Markus Riva – Bigger Than This Tautumeitas – Bur man laimi [Bring me happiness] Bel Tempo & LEGZDINA [LGBTIQ] – The Water Emilija – Heartbeat The post Previewing Supernova 2025: Who is Latvia’s new star? appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Everyone thought the drama would end in 2024. It seems we were wrong. Michael looks into the withdrawals and disqualifications in 2025’s national final season. What’s going on? What should the broadcasters do? Who’s to blame? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision The post National Final drama: A season of DQs appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

One of the most exciting national finals is upon us, as Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu returns for 2025. Finland‘s UMK (or New Music Competition) continues to deliver some amazing tunes, all worthy of heading to Eurovision. Michael runs through the six songs in the running for the UMK win, and shares his thoughts about the possibilities. What would make Australian radio? Who’s Michael’s pick for the win? Can the juries be trusted? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist NEW: Windows95Man – Paperclip NEEA RIVER – Nightmares Nelli Matula – Hitaammin Hautaan [Slower to the Grave] costee – Sekаisin [I messed up] VIIVI – Aina [Always] Goldielocks – Made Of Erika Vikman – ICH KOMME [I’M COMING] The post Previewing Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu 2025: May the best Finn win appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After Tali fought for Eurovision success in 2024, the Grand Duchy is back with another edition of the Luxembourg Song Contest. Michael, Io and Icelandic queen Hera Björk preview the seven songs in contention for the golden ticket to Basel. The big show takes place on Saturday 25 January (the early morning of Sunday 26 January for Melbourne) and can be watched via RTL Play. What tips does Hera have for the Luxembourgish contestants? How might the staging look? What does Hera have to say about it all? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Laura Thorn – La poupée monte le son [French: The doll turns up the sound] MÄNA – Human Eyes One Last Time – Gambler’s Song Rhythmic Soulwave – Stronger Zero Point Five – Ride Luzac – Je danse [French: I dance] Rafa Ela – No Thank You The post Previewing Luxembourg Song Contest 2025: Let the Duchy decide appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

In 2010, an Icelandic diva took to the Eurovision stage in Oslo and has remained in our hearts since. Thanks to Je ne sais quoi, Hera Björk became a household name in every Eurovision-loving home, and we keep hoping she’d visit. Finally, after an aborted attempt in 2020 and a return ESC performance in 2024, we get to have the Queen of Effing Everything on Aussie soil. Michael and Io chat with Hera about finally being in Australia and what it’s taken to get here. Plus, enjoy a special live performance of that 2010 banger made intimate! What lifestyle show starring Hera will Michael be pitching to SBS? Where will Hera be off to while she’s here? What’s so special about Australia? Catch up with Hera: See Hera perform on the Main Stage at Midsumma Carnival on Sunday 19 January 2025 Grab tickets to Hera’s residency cabaret show at Pride of our Footscray from 21 to 25 January 2025 via the Midsumma website Help Hera raise money for skaters at the special Queen of the Ice(land) show in Melbourne on 22 January 2025 Catch Hera across Australia with details via the Euro Party website Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision The post A show fit for a Queen: It’s Hera Björk! appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s great to have Montenegro back in the Eurovision fold once again. And it’s even better to have another Balkan national final to enjoy. Michael and Io dive into the drama that was Montesong and pull out some gems to enjoy. How much rock can a Montenegrin rock? What’s with all the drama? Who’s the poster child for Montenegrin Disney? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Milena Vučić – Škorpija [Scorpion] Đurđa – To ljubav je [That is love] Baryak – Dva Srca [Two Hearts] NeonoeN – Clickbait The post Reviewing Montesong: Welcome to the clickbait drama appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

JOYEurovision is back for another year, and what a year it’s already been. Michael and Io begin season 2025 with every Eurofan’s favourite: Albania’s Festivali i Këngës. The 63rd edition gave Shkodra Elektronike the ticket to Basel to perform Zjerm, but what of the other songs that were trying to get the gig? Whose arms got Io going? Which song should be the theme for Albania’s World Cup hosting bid? Who should become a FiK staple? Get more of the love: By being SOCIAL and following JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision By LISTENING to the worldwide podcast via Spotify By sharing your thoughts with the HASHTAG #JOYEurovision Playlist Ardit Çuni – Amane Lorenc Hasrama – Frymë [Spirit] Vesa Smolica – Lutem [Please] Alis – Mjegull [Fog] Elvana Gjata – Karnaval [Carnival] The post Reviewing FiK 63: When the heart takes over appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

We’ve heard from one half of this year’s talented lot, but there are still nine songs left in the running for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest trophy for 2024. Michael and Io run through the second half of #JESC2024 and realise some broadcasters know kids better than others. Who don’t we want to be upset? Who’s understood the assignment? Which is our favourite to win? Don’t miss out on the fun – watch the shindig direct from Madrid via the JESC YouTube channel from 4am on Sunday 17 November AEDT. And make sure you vote at jesc.tv Get into it Watch the official video by following the link. Listen to the official album via your preferred store. Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab an edited version of this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – To My Mom Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – Como La Lola [Like Lola] Germany: Bjarne – Save The Best For Us The Netherlands: Stay Tuned – Music San Marino: Idols SM – Come Noi [Like Us] Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – Hear Me Now Portugal: Victoria Nicole – Esperança [Hope] Ireland: Enya Cox Dempsey – Le Chéile [Together] Malta: Ramires Sciberras – Stilla Ċkejkna [Young Star] The post Previewing the second half of Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

The kids are back to let the world know they’re talented, mean business and hate fossil fuels. Michael and Bryan preview the first half of Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024, with eight songs blooming in your earholes ahead of the big event at 4am on Sunday 17 November AEDT. Where’s the Australian connection? Who’s looking fabulous? Can France make it three in a row? Don’t miss out on the fun – watch the shindig direct from Madrid via the JESC YouTube channel. Get into it Watch the official video by following the link. Listen to the official album via your preferred store. Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab an edited version of this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist France 2023: Zoé Clauzure – Cœur [Heart] Italy: Simone Grande – Pigiama Party [Pyjama Party] Estonia: ANNABELLE – Tänavad [The streets] Albania: Nikol Çabeli – Vallëzoj [Dance] Armenia: Leo – Cosmic Friend Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – Crystal Waters France: Titouan – Comme ci comme ça [Like this, like that] North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – Marathon Poland: Dominik Arim – All Together The post Previewing the first half of Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

We couldn’t squeeze babbleVISION into just one hour, so enjoy another! As a special treat for JOY Radiothon, find out what happens when the end of JOYEurovision meets the beginning of season 11 of babblePOP!. Michael and Io are still hoping you’ll help JOY flourish by becoming a member, donating or buying some totes cool merch. You can do it right now at joy.org.au/radiothon (and make sure you tell them babbleVISION sent you!). Who’s the gayest person around? Which artist’s back catalogue will Io be diving into? Who deserves a moment on the Eurovision stage? 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. We’ll be back later in the year for Junior Eurovision. Enjoy the winter break. Playlist CatCat – Bye-bye, baby [Finland 1994] Benjamin 🏳️‍🌈 & BESS – Paremmin ku kukaan muu [Finnish: Better than anyone else] Grethe Kausland & Benny Borg – Småting [Norway 1972] Agnete Saba – Lykkerus [Norwegian: Bliss] Jalisse – Fiumi di parole [Italy 1997] Eiffel 65 & Loredana Bertè – BESTIALE [Italian: BESTIAL] Kikki Danielsson – Bra Vibrationer [Sweden 1983] Miss Li – Misstag [Swedish: Mistake] Tina Karol – Show Me Your Love [Ukraine 2006] Olya Polyakova – Щоб не плакати, я сміюсь [Ukrainian: I laugh to keep from crying] The post babbleVISION: Flourishing with JOY (Part 2) [Season final] appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s JOY Radiothon time, when we ask you to help your favourite LGBTIQA media organisation by supporting us financially. It’s also the time of year when JOYEurovision finishes and babblePOP! returns. So what better way to celebrate than having an extra special crossover event – babbleVISION! Michael and Io allow some Eurovision classics to flourish alongside new releases in languages other than English, and it’s a treat for your earholes. Whose butt needs talking about? What TV show needs to find a place at JOY? Who’s playing to the gays? 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Elitsa Todorova & Stoyan Yankoulov – Water [Bulgaria 2007] AZIS 🏳️‍🌈 & LIDIA – Лудница (Ludnica) [Bulgarian: Madhouse] Edyta Górniak – To Nie Ja [Poland 1994] Top Girls – Moje serce należy do Ciebie [Polish: My heart belongs to you] Rebeka Dremelj – Vrag Naj Vzame [Slovenia 2008] Domen Kumer – Halo, Halo?! [Slovenian] Modern Folk Trio & Ayşegül – Dönme dolap [Türkiye 1981] Demet Akalın – Dön Gece Olmadan [Turkish: Without the night] Profil – Hé, hé, m’sieurs, dames [France 1980] Bon Entendeur & Nicoletta – Fio Maravilha [French] The post babbleVISION: Flourishing with JOY (Part 1) appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s only been two weeks since the Grand Final, but it feels so much longer. Michael and Io try to wade through the Eurovision wash-up to make sense of all the things that have happened. They share the ratings results for both TV and online, explore what happened with Australia and discuss Joost and that DQ. Plus, get involved in the KAN conversation… all within an hour. What does Michael think about the Israel controversy? Why is Io impressed with TikTok? What is the real reason for all the outrage about Olly? 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Nebulossa ft Gloria Trevi – Zorra (Remix) Nemo 🏳️‍🌈 – The Code (Felix Jaehn Remix 🏳️‍🌈) Natalia Barbu – In The Middle (Carnival Brain Remix) Slimane – Mon Amour (Meya Rework) Electric Fields 🇦🇺 🏳️‍🌈 – One Milkali (One Blood) [Tseba Remix] Olly Alexander 🏳️‍🌈 – Dizzy (Prezioso Remix) Silia Kapsis 🇦🇺 – Liar (Liran Shoshan Remix Radio Edit) Joost – Europapa (DJ Paul Elstak Remix) The post The wash-up, the Eurovision latest: It’s a 2024 Europarty appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

We have a winner… and it’s Switzerland! Thanks to Nemo, the neutral alpine country has collected its third Eurovision win. Michael and Io celebrate the 2024 result by taking a journey through Swiss Eurovision history. Why does Nemo think their song is so popular? How queer is Switzerland? What’s Michael’s dirty secret? 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 📺 Tap the links to watch the performances 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist 1956: 🏆 Lys Assia – Refrain 1969: Paola – Bonjour, bonjour 1973: Patrick Juvet 🏳️‍🌈 – Je vais me marier, Marie 1979: Peter, Sue and Marc & Pfuri, Gorps and Kniri – Trödler und Co 1988: 🏆 Céline Dion – Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi 1993: 🥉 Annie Cotton – Moi, tout simplement 2004: Piero & The Music Stars – Celebrate! 2010: Michael Von Der Heide 🏳️‍🌈 – Il Pleut De L’or 2021: 🥉 Gjon’s Tears – Tout l’Univers 2024: 🏆 Nemo 🏳️‍🌈 – The Code The post 🏆 🇨🇭 Nemo breaks the 2024 Eurovision code: Celebrating Switzerland appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After months of blood, sweat and tears, the Eurovision Song Contest is soon about to crown its winner for 2024. Michael’s still in Malmö, joining with Io in Melbourne, to preview the big finale. There’s an update about the Netherlands, deep dive into the final and still general confusion about who will win. This contest is one for the history books. What’s the go with social media? Has the UK finally redeemed itself? Who should ditch the dancers? UPDATE: After JOYEurovision aired, the EBU released a statement announcing the disqualification of Joost Klein. Get involved 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🎵 Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist 🇸🇪 Sweden: Marcus & Martinus – Unforgettable 🇩🇪 Germany: ISAAK – Always On The Run 🇪🇸 Spain: Nebulossa – ZORRA [Vixen] 🇬🇧 United Kingdom: Olly Alexander 🏳️‍🌈 – Dizzy 🇮🇹 Italy: Angelina Mango – La Noia [Boredom] 🇫🇷 France: Slimane – Mon Amour [My love] The post Previewing the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 Grand Final appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Albania is known for its amazing music and culture and it’s no different in Eurovision land. This year, the Albanian public chose BESA to fly the flag in Sweden, with a song that was originally in Albanian but was changed to English. Michael caught up with her to chat about TiTAN, the story behind the song and what it means to be on the Eurovision stage. 🇫🇷 What’s Besa been up to in France? 💬 How important is language in Besa’s life? 🧮 What was it like to be the singing child of mathematicians? You can see Besa perform TiTAN during Semi Final 2. Watch it on SBS: Live on Friday 10 May at 5am AEST Prime time on Saturday 11 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post 🇦🇱 United by language: BESA tells her story for all of Albania appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Bringing cultures together is one of Eurovision’s drawcards. And this year, it’s even allowing one country to showcase a younger side. Marina Satti brings a fresh sound for Greece to the stage with Zari, combining her love of performance and jazz with her own multicultural background. Michael caught up with her to chat about her family, her music and the importance of having female voices loud and proud in society. 🎙️ How important is Fonés for Marina? 📹 What’s Marina’s Australian connection for Eurovision? ⌚ What are Marina’s next steps? You can see Marina Satti perform Zari during Semi Final 2. Watch it on SBS: Live on Friday 10 May at 5am AEST Prime time on Saturday 11 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post 🇬🇷 The power of a voice: Marina Satti throws the dice for Greece appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

With one week to go, the action is heating up in Eurovision world. And the action isn’t stopping as we preview the second half of Semi Final 2. Michael’s up early in Malmö to join Io in Melbourne to give their thoughts on the final eight songs vying for a place in this year’s epic Grand Final. You can watch the semi final live on SBS and SBS On Demand from 5am AEST on Friday 10 May or via the primetime replay on Saturday 11 May at 7:30pm AEST. Who needs to do a science experiment on stage? Which country has understood the assignment? How’s Michael going to cope for the final week? Get involved 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🗳️ Vote now for your favourite of this half of Semi Final 2. 🎵 Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist 🇱🇻 Latvia: Dons – Hollow 🇸🇲 San Marino: Megara 🏳️‍🌈 – 11:11 🇬🇪 Georgia: Nutsa Buzaladze – Firefighter 🇧🇪 Belgium: Mustii 🏳️‍🌈 – Before the Party’s Over 🇪🇪 Estonia: 5MIINUST & Puuluup – (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi [we (sure) know nothing about (these) drugs] 🇮🇱 Israel: Eden Golan – Hurricane 🇳🇴 Norway: Gåte – Ulveham 🇳🇱 Netherlands: Joost Klein – Europapa The post Previewing the second half of Eurovision 2024 Semi Final 2 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

The celestial LUNA is carrying the weight of Poland on her shoulders as she attempts to make it through to the 2024 Grand Final. Michael caught up with LUNA to chat about The Tower, her love of space and an interesting Australian connection. 🎤 Which Aussie does LUNA love? 🪐 What planet does she closely connect with? 💪 How does The Tower speak to the audience? You can see LUNA perform The Tower during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 8 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post 🇵🇱 Building it up: LUNA aims for the stars for Poland appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After a rush of rehearsals, Michael sat down with Zaachariaha Fielding and Michael Ross to talk about their Eurovision journey so far. Even with the crazy ceiling decor and happenings around them, they explored the importance of One Milkali (One Blood) for this year’s competition, along with what’s to come for Electric Fields once the competition comes to its end. 🐨 What’s so special about this year’s Australian entry? 🎤 How important is language and culture in Australian music? 👗 What’s Zaachariaha got up her sleeve? 🧼 Has anyone paid for their washing? You can see Electric Fields perform One Milkali (One Blood) during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 8 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote for your favourite of the Semi) Prime time on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post 🇦🇺 One dream: Electric Fields bring the Australian heart to Europe appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Norway has brought out their folk guns this year, as Gunnhild, Magnus, Jon Even, Mats and John take to the Eurovision stage. After debuting in 2000, Gåte became one of the biggest bands in Norway… until they disbanded. Thankfully they reformed after a 17-year hiatus, so they could chat with Michael about their folk-rock entry, Ulveham. 🗓️ What was everyone up to for 17 years? 😄 How are the crowds different at Eurovision? 🗣️ How much Norwegian practice does Michael need? You can see Gåte perform Ulveham during Semi Final 2. Watch it on SBS: Live on Friday 10 May at 5am AEST Prime time on Saturday 11 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post 🇳🇴 Delivering culture: Gåte rocks the folk for Norway appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Sweden has taken a different route to their Eurovision entry this year, via Oslo instead of Stockholm. Norwegian twins Marcus & Martinus won the Melfest trophy with their pop banger Unforgettable and have landed spot #1 in the Eurovision Grand Final. Michael had a chat with the boys about their journey so far, what to expect from their stage show, and the good oil for long haul flights. 💪 How competitive are the boys? 🥺 How are fans greeting them in the street? 🍺 Why are the twins giving all the props to Australia? You can see Marcus & Martinus perform Unforgettable during the Grand Final. Watch it on SBS: Live on Sunday 12 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Sunday 12 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts. The post 🇸🇪 Unforgettable: Marcus and Martinus are ready to start for Sweden appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

He is one of the big favourites to win the 2024 trophy with Rim Tim Tagi Dim, but Croatia‘s Baby Lasagna is taking it all in his stride. He caught up with Michael for a quick chat about his experiences so far, his love of rock and why he’ll need some help visiting Australia. 😨 Why’s Baby Lasagna frightened? 🎸 Who’s his favourite Aussie rock band? 👋 What does Baby Lasagna have to say to your neighbours? You can see Baby Lasagna perform Rim Tim Tagi Dim during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 8 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts, which includes a special performance of Rim Tim Tagi Dim The post 🇭🇷 Top of the menu: Baby Lasagna meows for Croatia appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Lithuania is taking a pop banger to Eurovision this year, and we’re here for every bit of it. Michael caught up with out-and-proud singer Silvester Belt to dive into the meaning of Luktelk and his love of Australia’s Troye Sivan. They also talk about growing up queer in Lithuania. 🎵 Will we hear an English version of Luktelk? 🍆 Does Silvester actually sing about a medical condition? 🕺 What’s Silvester’s dance of choice? You can see Silvester Belt perform Luktelk during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 8 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts The post 🇱🇹 Don’t wait: Silvester Belt’s hope for Lithuania appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

She is one of Australia’s Queens of Eurovision and it’s so good to see her back. Fourteen years have passed since Je ne sais quoi, but Hera Björk has not stopped. Once again she’s representing Iceland at Eurovision but this year, she’s Scared of Heights. Michael caught up with Hera to chat about 2024, how it’s different to 2010 and what she’s learnt about herself and the world since. 🦘 Will Hera make it to Australia? 🫣 What is Hera actually scared of? 🌈 Why is the queer community so important to Hera? You can see Hera Björk perform Scared of Heights during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 8 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts And check out a little extra on Instagram The post 🇮🇸 Feel it coming: Queen Hera’s big leap for Iceland appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Why settle for just one Aussie act at Eurovision, when you can have another? Sydney-born Silia Kapsis continues the Australian takeover of Cyprus as she takes to the ESC stage this year. The 17-year-old superstar is ready to bring the house down (boots) with her song Liar and Michael caught up with her, ready to enjoy every last second of this banger of a girl bop. 🤐 Is Silia a good liar? 🔉 What tech now makes her a pro? 🤷‍♂️ Will the Eurovision takeover end here? You can see Silia Kapsis perform Liar during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 8 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts The post 🇨🇾 No lie: Silia’s here to slay for Cyprus appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

With one semi final down, there’s another (huge) semi final to cover. Sixteen more songs try to get through to the 2024 Eurovision Grand Final via Semi Final 2. Michael beams in live from Malmö to join with Io looking after things in Melbourne to discuss the ups and downs of the first half of the second semi. Who will laugh? Who will cry? Who will rave? You can watch the semi final live on SBS and SBS On Demand from 5am AEST on Friday 10 May or via the primetime replay on Saturday 11 May at 7:30pm AEST. What’s happened to Io on Michael’s screen? Why’s Michael so happy with Austria? Who is Io absolutely gushing over? Get involved 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🗳️ Vote now for your favourite of this half of Semi Final 2. 🎵 Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist 🇲🇹 Malta: Sarah Bonnici – Loop 🇦🇱 Albania: Besa – TiTAN 🇬🇷 Greece: Marina Satti – Zari 🇨🇭 Switzerland: Nemo 🏳️‍🌈 – The Code 🇨🇿 Czechia: Aiko – Pedestal 🇦🇹 Austria: Kaleen – We Will Rave 🇩🇰 Denmark: SABA 🏳️‍🌈 – Sand 🇦🇲 Armenia: LADANIVA – Jako The post Previewing the first half of Eurovision 2024 Semi Final 2 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Thought the first half of this year’s Semi Final 1 was tough? Try the second half… and try to work out who will get through to the Grand Final! Michael and Io run through the other eight songs in contention for a spot on Saturday night, including Australia’s very own Electric Fields. You can watch the semi final live on SBS and SBS On Demand from 5am AEST on Wednesday 8 May (and remember to vote) or via the primetime replay on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST. What new word has Io learnt? Which girl bop does Michael choose? How have Michael and Io described this new era of artistry? Get involved 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🗳️ Vote now for your favourite of this half of Semi Final 1. 🎵 Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist 🇮🇸 Iceland: Hera Björk – Scared of Heights 🇸🇮 Slovenia: Raiven – Veronika 🇫🇮 Finland: Windows95man – No Rules! 🇲🇩 Moldova: Natalia Barbu – In the Middle 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan: FAHREE ft Ilkin Dovlatov – Özünlə apar [Carry it with you] 🇦🇺 Australia: Electric Fields 🇦🇺 🏳️‍🌈 – One Milkali (One Blood) 🇵🇹 Portugal: iolanda – Grito [Shout] 🇱🇺 Luxembourg: TALI – Fighter The post Previewing the second half of Eurovision 2024 Semi Final 1 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s finally come to this – time to preview the first semi final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. Michael and Io line up the first seven songs to preview, sharing their thoughts on this very tight first half of the first semi. You can watch the semi final live on SBS and SBS On Demand from 5am AEST on Wednesday 8 May (and remember to vote) or via the primetime replay on Friday 10 May at 7:30pm AEST. Who’s Michael warmed to thanks to the music video? Why is everyone rooting for Bambie? What’s got Io annoyed? Get involved 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads & TikTok at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🗳️ Vote now for your favourite of this half of Semi Final 1. 🎵 Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Loreen 🏳️‍🌈 – Tattoo (Topic Remix) 🇨🇾 Cyprus: Silia Kapsis 🇦🇺 – Liar 🇷🇸 Serbia: TEYA DORA – Ramonda 🇱🇹 Lithuania: Silvester Belt 🏳️‍🌈 – Luktelk [Wait] 🇮🇪 Ireland: Bambie Thug 🏳️‍🌈 – Doomsday Blue 🇺🇦 Ukraine: alyona alyona & Jerry Heil – Teresa & Maria 🇵🇱 Poland: LUNA – The Tower 🇭🇷 Croatia: Baby Lasagna – Rim Tim Tagi Dim The post Previewing the first half of Eurovision 2024 Semi Final 1 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.