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United Kingdom: Songs out tomorrow, teaser posted on Twitter

[AdSense-B] The BBC have out of the blue confirmed that the United Kingdom’s six hopefuls will be revealed tomorrow on their Eurovision website, doing away with the traditional reveal on the Ken Bruce show on BBC Radio 2. In a tweet sent out from the official BBC Eurovision account earlier this afternoon, the British national broadcaster confirmed that the songs …

United Kingdom: Rumour mill hots up again

[AdSense-B] On Sunday we reported on a rumour doing the rounds online regarding the British national final for Eurovision 2018, with a supposed list of six acts chosen for the selection. Now, it seems that the potential list has shifted and, as is the nature with rumours, some names have changed! The latest rumour for the United Kingdom comes from …

Rumour: United Kingdom artists leaked?

Some information regarding the United Kingdom’s selection for this year’s contest has been doing the rounds this afternoon on social media and fan forums, with rumours pointing to which artists are set to join the UK final. [AdSense-B] The rumour suggests that the BBC has gone down a similar route to recent years with artists from The Voice or The …

Ireland: Johnny Rotten to Eurovision?

We know that the national final season can spring surprises and the rumour mill can often be inventive and colourful in the lead up to each contest, but one rumour seems to have some traction so far…and it’s one of the craziest yet! Johnny Rotten, real name John Lydon and former lead singer of the influential British punk band Sex …

United Kingdom: Brighton to host selection on February 7th

The United Kingdom’s inconsistent displays in Eurovision can be put down to many things; poor staging, poor songs, live vocals, or simply a lack of effort in putting forward a good entry for the contest. With the latest news from the BBC, the British broadcaster, the latter is straying further from the truth! [AdSense-B] The BBC has today confirmed that …

Could Saara Aalto Represent The UK in Lisbon?

With the 2018 season starting to shape, and the national finals getting closer day by day, then rumors are coming from everywhere these days. According to an article by The Sun, the Finnish born singer, Saara Aalto, could become the next name to represent the United Kingdom, at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. Apparently, Saara has revealed herself that she …

Eurovision 2018: More countries confirm selection plans

[AdSense-B] As we approach the dark nights of the Eurovision national final season, countries across the continent have been gearing up their preparations for the upcoming contest in Lisbon. Casting and submission calls have been thrown open in recent days by a number of broadcaster which means we are not too far away from hearing the first potential entries of …

United Kingdom: BBC opens submission period for 2018

[AdSense-B] The United Kingdom has kicked off their search for a 2018 star earlier than usual, with the British broadcaster, BBC, announcing an open submission from the public today. The announcement continues a recent trend of early plans set in place by the BBC in a stark contrast to the previously late announcements regarding the UK entry for Eurovision. In …

Olivia Newton-John Battling Breast Cancer Again

The United Kingdom’s representative in the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, Olivia Newton-John, has today revealed that she is, once again, battling breast cancer. “Long Live Love” performed by Olivia Newton-John in the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest in Brighton ended 4th on the night. Later Olivia became a Hollywood star, most famous for her role as Sandie in Grease. Newton-John has …

The Big 5 Pick Their Halves

Today it has been announced which halves each of the Big 5 will perform in. This was done in the press conference after their rehearsals today. As previously announced, Ukraine will perform in the second half in position 22. The remaining pre-qualified countries have selected which half they will perform in and their running order position will be determined by …

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