[AdSense-B] A massive shift in power over the course of the final rehearsals has seen Portugal become the new favourite to win this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, after Italy dropped to second place. Italy had previously been the overwhelming favourite since the song was confirmed as the Italian entry back in February. Salvador Sobral’s simplistic yet touching performances of “Amar …

We’ve seen and heard the rehearsals for all countries in the first semi-final, teaser clips have been released and full videos of the performances are now available. So it’s the perfect time to ask the all-important question – which songs will qualify from the first semi-final? We’ve created a poll with all 18 participants in the semi-final and you can …

[AdSense-B] #YOU voted in your droves in yesterday’s first impressions poll, and a surprise winner has emerged – Portugal was the most promising rehearsal from yesterday (even without Salvador Sobral!) Luísa’s rendition and the unique staging of the entry earned her the top spot on the first day, with Finland’s Norma John in second and Azerbaijan’s Dihaj in third. The poll …

[AdSense-B] So the first day of rehearsals from Kyiv have concluded and this year’s Eurovision Song Contest has already surprised, excited and shocked us in equal measure. With only nine songs performed today, we’ve already had horse men on ladders, wild hair twirling, spinning platforms and some long, long, long notes and big vocals. Of course, for those of you …

[AdSense-B] Last month, once all of the songs for this year’s Eurovision Song Contest had been chosen, we put one very simple question to #YOU: Who did you want to win Eurovision 2017? While it may be a question some have taken in different directions, we feel that it is an accurate barometer of how people are feeling about the …

[AdSense-B] We have finally made it to this point of the year, an exciting time for all – all 43 entries fighting to win this year’s Eurovision Song Contest have been released! Because of this, there’s only one question on everyone’s lips… Who is likely to see the end credits rolling over their entry late on May 13th? There are …

[AdSense-B] In a stark contrast to recent years, and certainly a far cry from the early days of two semi-finals and the ongoing debate over the myth of political voting, some surprising countries have put themselves in and amongst the favourites to win the Eurovision Song Contest in 2017. Italy still remain the clear favourites with Francesco Gabbani’s “Occidentali’s Karma”, …

[AdSense-B] In perhaps one of the most surprising reactions to an entry’s selection so far this season, odds have been slashed across the continent on Portugal winning Eurovision, with the bet becoming one of the most popular bets to make worldwide on Oddschecker! Salvador Sobral and his soothing “Amar pelos dois” has certainly captured the imagination of fans in Portugal …

[AdSense-B] While the national final season is starting to draw to its natural conclusion, there is still plenty of action to come in the next few weeks! Here’s what’s in store over the next seven days… ?? February 27th – Austria – Presentation of “Running On Air” Nathan Trent’s moment is finally here this week, and the last event of …

[AdSense-B] No less than five songs will be chosen this week – and that’s just the start! It’s another busy weekend in Eurovision land with 11 different shows, so let us guide you through the coming seven days across the continent. ?? Friday 24th February – Moldova – O melodie pentru Europa 2017 Semi-Final Moldova kick off their selection and …