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 s...

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...

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 a...

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...

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’...

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 ha...

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 wi...

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...

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&#...

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? Do...

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...

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 mak...

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 lang...

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 Mich...

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 (Tw...

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 medi...

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...

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 vo...

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 M...

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 L...

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’...

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?...

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. &#x1f4...

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? 👋...

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 medi...