Eurovision time is nearly upon us again, with countries all over Europe frantically trying to pick a song that will win them the prestige that is a Eurovision Song Contest victory.
Ireland came in last in 2007, and could easily repeat that feat, judging from their entry for this year. You can view and hear it here. I’m saying nothing more, except it will be interesting to hear what Terry Wogan has to say about its first line…
We (the UK) will be choosing our song next weekend, although there will be some studio judges this year to ensure that, unlike Ireland, we don’t pick a complete turkey (Scooch anyone?)
However, anyone who knows a thing or two about music hasn’t a hope of predicting the winner. You’d be much better off asking someone who has their finger on the pulse of Eastern European politics. Any country that’s disliked by the majority of Europe doesn’t stand a chance.
Which makes me wonder why the UK and the BBC is bothering at all…
