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In this post, we’ve asked the Eurovision from A-Z podcast hosts Didrik and Javier, and the blog’s main writer Joy, five essential Eurovision fan questions. The answers include childhood memories, guilty pleasure anthems, and strong opinions on how to fix the contest.
What’s your first memory of the Eurovision Song Contest?
For many Eurovision fans, the first memory of the contest sticks for life – and it’s no different for our team.
Didrik remembers the controversy right from the start: “My first memory is when Silvia Night was booed in the semi-final of 2006 for Iceland. I remember being at a friend’s house ans watching a rerun the day after the final.”
Javier was introduced to the contest much earlier: “My first memories of ESC date from 1983 with Remedios Amaya and those historical null points for Spain. Nobody could believe it. I watched Eurovision with my family as a tradition and later got obsessed with everything – national finals, pre-parties, you name it.”
Joy was just 7 when she fell in love with the madness: “I first watched all the performances live on TV in 2006. I couldn’t stay up for the voting, but I remember loving Lordi and being so happy they won!”
Which Eurovision entry will you never forget?
Some entries are unforgettable – for all the right or wrong reasons.
Didrik was dazzled by Ukraine’s glamorous 2008 entry: “Shady Lady by Ani Lorak came to mind first – it was sexy, glamorous, and just wow. But also Jedward and Lena with Satellite – so many iconic performances!”
Javier didn’t even hesitate: “Lane Moje by Željko Joksimović. It’s the best ballad in Eurovision history. It moves my every time I listen to it – he sang it so beautifully. It’s a true masterpiece.”
Joy still can’t forget the emotional rollercoaster of 2024: “Europapa by Joost Klein. I’m from the Netherlands and had such high expectations. The disqualification turned it into my leas favourite Eurovision moment. It totally ruined the vibe for me.”
Who is your ultimate Eurovision winner of all time?
Picking the best Eurovision winner is no easy task – but our team rose to the challenge.
Didrik went with a personal classic: “Loreen’s Euphoria. It was the first time I saw my own country win, so it has a very special place in my heart.”
Javier praised one of Eurovision’s all-time queens: “My Number One by Helena Paparizou. It’s full of good vibes, and Helena is one of the biggest divas Eurovision has ever seen.”
Joy chose a modern Dutch favourite: “Duncan Laurence. His song Arcade is one of the only Eurovision winners I actually added to my personal playlist. The staging was beautiful too.”
What’s your favourite Eurovision guilty pleasure?
Time to spill the glittery secrets. These are the songs our Eurovision from A-Z podcast hosts and blogger love, even if they’d never admit it at a party (okay, maybe they would).
Didrik still finds himself humming this quirky number: “Belgium 2008. It was so unique and it randomly gets stuck in my head!”
Javier picked a gloriously cheesy anthem: “Llámame by WRS (Romania 2022). It’s cheesy in the best way – funny outfits, catchy hook, and the kind of song you’re ashamed to love… but everyone does.”
Joy went full Latin pop: “SloMo by Chanel. I love Latin pop and this is exactly my kind of song. I hope Spain keeps sending more like this!”
If you were in charge of Eurovision for a day, what would you change?
Every fan has opinions – and our Eurovision from A-Z podcast hosts and blogger didn’t hold back.
Didrik wants to bring back the joy: “The hate and negativity on social media have really affected how I experience Eurovision. I’ve pulled away from fan forums because it’s just too toxic. Some criticism is fair – but it often feels like people are just looking to be angry.”
Javier came prepared with a full action plan:
- More financial support for small and microstate countryes;
- Restore cultural identity to each edition;
- Raise the limit of performers on stage to nine;
- Bring back juries to the semi-finals and expand them to ten members per country;
- Add 9 and 11 points to award more countries;
- Create a fair and consistent code of conduct for all delegations.
Joy had one clear request: “Let the music be live again! It’s strange to require artists to sing live but not allow live instruments. Adding real-time music would make the performances feel more alive and exciting.”
Now you know the Eurovision from A-Z team
That’s our team! Whether you connected with Didrik’s glittery nostalgia, Javier’s encyclopedic passion, or Joy’s love for Latin pop and authenticity, we’re thrilled to have you here.
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