T h e E u r o v i s i o n a r y

Well, it was always the most likely winner, and after all the speculation about what might or might not win, Emmelie de Forest gave Denmark a convincing win (thankfully beating Azerjibin into second place, with Ukraine placing third). I have never been a big fan of the Danish song, but the people of Europe have spoken and they obviously love Emmelie's song, and surely that's what's important.  I really hope she manages to get a big hit with Only Teardrops , and starts a long and successful career on the back of her win. I loved the large billboard Danish broadcaster, DR, had strategically placed outside the arena as everyone was milling out at the end of the show.  Cocky!!! Our Bonnie finished in 19th place, with was at least out of the bottom 5, but having heard how she came over on TV I really can't say I'm that surprised...  it was a pleasant song, but really nothing more than that. Hopefully next year we'll get someone a little more "curre...

OK then.  So the big day is finally here and tonight the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 will be known. Who will it be? Well, the bookies effectively closed the book weeks ago, with Denmark now being the strongest favourite to win virtually since the contest began.  It's won every fan poll going (but not - I would point out - the Infamous Scottish Preview Party vote! Whatever you think of the song (and I really don't see the appeal that everyone else seems to), you can't deny it's the obvious choice to win this evening... I still fancy the changes of my favourite Georgians, Nodi & Sophie - and think they will figure in the Top 5. I'm also crossing everything for my actual favourite song in the contest, from the Brillian Margaret Berger and Norway!  I'm sure she'll figure in the final Top 5. We can't rule out the possibility of Azerjibin sneaking a second win in three years...  So I also see them in the Top 5. And I...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22522969 OOOOH!  Have a look at Celine Dion!!!

This is all-shades of awesome!  My good mate Hass telling it like it is!  Hilarious and Fab-U-Lous!!!  

I forgot to post the link to my article is Sunday's SOS.  So for anyone who didn't see it, here you go: http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/scotland/eurovision-from-nul-points-to-number-one-1-2926437

The shopping centre next door is offering punters the opportunity to try on a Loreen wig and strike a pose...  Well, you just would, wouldn't you?

I've just heard that the Beeb didn't broadcast Part 2 of Lynda Woodruff's journey through Sweden - and it was hilarious (as ever!) Here you go... http://www.svtplay.se/klipp/1229267/semifinal-2-lynda-woodruffs-resa-genom-sverige-del-2 In case you need to refresh your memory of Part one of her journey, here your are: