JOY Eurovision

Super Saturday is upon us, as six countries choose their songs for Eurovision. One of them is Norway, is ready to razzle-dazzle us with all things Melodi Grand Prix. Michael is joined by special guest, Lou, to navigate through the nine songs in contention and decide if the new Tarjei Strøm era of MGP is going to amaze us. You can enjoy MGP from the comfort of your lounge room, by tuning in to NRK TV on Saturday 28 February at 7:45pm if you’re in Europe, or on Sunday 1 March at 5:45am if you’re in Melbourne. In this episode: Find out who has a urinal named in their honour Meet the little sister of some Euro-famous siblings Cheer for the Aussie, who’s back to tell his story Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Skrellex – Into the Wild Hedda Mae – Snap Back STORM – Lullaby Mileo – Frankenstein Silke – Forevermore Alexander Rybak – Rise emma – Northern Lights Leonardo Amor – Prayer JONAS LOVV – Ya Ya Ya The post Shining bright: Previewing Norway’s Melodi Grand Prix 2026 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s a national final that we’ve become big fans of and yet again, Finland isn’t here to disappoint. Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu is back for another year and we’re ready to work out who will be following in Erika Vikman’s saucy footsteps in Vienna. Michael is joined by Ethan, a voice who would be familiar if you’re a fan of the Eurovision Top 100, to dive into UMK. While there are seven big songs, there are two currently in contention. Do you agree? Plus, hear the latest banger (and first English language song) from one of our 2025 favourites – Erika Vikman. You can enjoy UMK (and Erika’s new song) at 8pm CET on Saturday 28 February (or the polite time of 6am on Sunday 1 March if you’re in Melbourne) via Yle Areena. You might even want to switch over to the English commentary! In this episode: Hear Michael go gutter(al) Wonder if the dentist will make an appearance Work out when you’ll schedule your toilet break Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Erika Vikman – FATHER (I Will Never Confess) Komiat – Lululai Etta – Million Dollar Smile KIKI – Rakkaudenkipee [The pain of love] Antti Paalanen – Takatukka [Mullet] CHACHI – Cherry Cake Sinikka Monte – Ready To Leave Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen – Liekinheitin [Flamethrower] The post Who’s coming next?: Previewing Finland’s UMK 2026 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s the first big weekend of Eurovision national finals, and Friends of the Show – Estonia – are ready to deliver one of the biggest Eesti Laul finals in recent memory. Michael and Bryan preview most of the songs that are hoping to win the coveted award, sharing their thoughts on how it might all go down. You can get involved by watching the show from 6:30pm CET on 14 February (4:30am on Sunday 15 February if you’re in Melbourne) via ERR’s Jupiter or the Eurovision YouTube channel. Plus, you can spend your euros to vote for the superfinalists and the winner! The info is all at eestilaul.vote In this episode: Wonder if Ollie can ever brush off his bridesmaid moniker Work out when you’ll need to turn the lounge room sound system right up Hear from some past Eurovision favourites as they return for another go Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Clicherik & Mäx – Jolly Roger Grete Paia – taevas jäi üles [The sky stayed up] ULIANA – Rhythm of Nature Ollie – Slave NOËP – Days Like This Getter Jaani – The Game Minimal Wind & ANT – Wounds (Don’t Wanna Fall) Vanilla Ninja – Too Epic to Be True STOCKHOLM COWBOYS – Last Man Standing Plus, in this podcast, hear the full versions of: Robert Linna – Metsik roos Laura Prits – Warrior Marta Pikani – Kell kuus The post Hold my coffee: Previewing Estonia’s Eesti Laul 2026 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

The Nordic Grand Prixes are getting underway. The first cab off the rank is Denmark, with Dansk Melodi Grand Prix (DMGP) taking place on 14 February. Michael and Bryan flag down the eight songs that are hoping to follow in the footsteps of Sissal’s 2025 hallucinations… including Sissal herself! You can enjoy DMGP live via DRTV on Saturday 14 February at 8pm if you’re in Europe, or on Sunday 15 February at 6am if you work on Melbourne time. In this episode: Wonder how DMGP is like a visit to Spotlight Understand just how bad apprentice chippies have it Find out just how gay JOY Eurovision is Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Sander Sanchez – Two Spirits Emil Otto – Copenhagen Noir Myrkur – Touch My Love And Die Søren Torpegaard Lund – Før Vi Går Hjem [Before We Go Home] Lasse Skriver – Roaring Heart Sissal – Infinity Late Runner – Can U Feel It? Ericka Jane – Death Of Me The post Living a fantasy: Previewing Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

We’re ready for a big show in a little country, as Luxembourg decides on their Eurovision representative for 2026 via Luxembourg Song Contest. Michael and Bryan work through the eight songs in the running for the Duchy’s trophy and don’t hold back on what they think of them all! You can watch Luxembourg Song Contest live on YouTube from 8pm CET on 24 January (6am AEDT on 25 January) and be part of the voting via esc.vote. In this episode: Get to know more about Bryan’s thoughts on French music Explore the impact of songwriting camps Imagine what a stage glow up might look like Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Irem – Bad Decisions (Hush Hush) Steve Castile – Sweet Tooth Hugo One – Born Again ShiroKuro – Eye To Eye Eva Marija – Mother Nature Andrew the Martian – I’m The Martian Daryss – Melusina Luzac – Prison Dorée [Golden Prison] The post Rockin’ the Duchy: Previewing Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

December was busy in Eurovision land. Not only did FiKmas come, so did Montesong – Montenegro’s national final competition. It was a big one, with Tamara Živković getting over the line thanks to the jury and local televote. But what didn’t make it? Michael and Bryan headed to Crna Gora to meet the bangers that were ready to fly the flag in Vienna. Catch up on the show by streaming Montesong 2025 online. In this episode: Wonder how many ‘Yaas Queen!’ bangers are yet to come Investigate the role of Nordic songwriters in the Balkans Get the lowdown on this year’s drama Find out how close Lara was to winning Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Đurđa – Dominos Luka Radović – Pjevaj, vilo [Sing fairy] Krstinja – Oli oli [Oh oh oh] LANA x ĐORĐE – Temperatura [Temperature] Lara Baltić – Rhythm boy The post Rise and shine: Reviewing Montenegro’s Montesong 2025 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

When the Christmas decorations go up, you know it’s time for Albania’s most wonderful time of the year: FiKmas. And the 64th edition of Albania’s Festivali i Këngës ended up crowning Alis as its winner. Michael and Bryan take a quick dive into the Eurovision season’s first national selection competition to find out what else we could have heard in Vienna this year. If you missed the show or want to see the songs performed live, catch up on the FiK Nata Finale online. In this episode: Join the conversation about manchester Find out who hasn’t ended up in Kënga Magjike Meet Albania’s most popular instrumentalist Hear what couldn’t beat Alis Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Vedat Ademi – KUR FJALA MBARON [WHEN THE WORD ENDS] FIFI & TIRI GJOCI – RRI [STAY] Sheila Haxhiraj – ZEMRA E TOKËS [HEART OF THE EARTH] Inis Neziri – TË KAM FAL [I FORGIVE YOU] The post Nân knows best: Reviewing Albania’s Festivali i Këngës 64 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

JOYEurovision is back for season 2026. And with it being the 70th edition of the world’s biggest music competition, we all should be celebrating right? The news over the break has made things difficult for Eurovision fans, including Michael and Io. In this season return: Get the latest news about the semi final allocation draw Catch up on the new Eurovision rules introduced after the General Assembly Dive into the issues behind Israel’s participation Find out about the fallout from the EBU General Assembly vote Find out how it’s affecting the JOYEurovision team in 2026 Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Käärijä – Disko Balls Go-Jo & Erika Vikman – Appetite Tina Karol – Шиншила Subwoolfer – Dark Side of the Moon Aiko – Time Nemo – Ride My Baby ADONXS – Perfume The post Elephant in the room: New Eurovision rules, old problems; new tunes, old mates appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

We don’t often need exorcisms for those performing at Eurovision, but it’s possible that we will in Liverpool. Michael caught up with Teya and Salena, representing Austria this year, with a song about Edgar Allen Poe. They discuss being possessed by spirits, their timely meeting and getting back into practice to learn the dance for Who the Hell Is Edgar?. 🎼 Who did what at the songwriting camp? 💸 How likely are they to receive their $0.003? 🍽️ What would Edgar get up to at a ghostly dinner party? You can see Teya & Salena perform Who the Hell Is Edgar? during Semi Final 2. Watch it on SBS: Live on Friday 12 May at 5am AEST (and remember to vote) Prime time on Saturday 12 May at 7:30pm AEST 📺 See the full video podcast exclusively on Spotify Podcasts The post 🇦🇹 Ghosts and dinner: Meeting Teya and Salena appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

So many kids, so little time… but they’re all so so talented, and representing their countries in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest being held on Saturday 13 December (5pm CET) in Tbilisi. Michael and Io preview the second half of this year’s Contest and there’s a lot to talk about. Michael has a Book Week favourite and Io laments the loss of kid-first songs. But what do you think? Make sure you vote at jesc.tv! What do Michael and Io want back next time? Which song has Io positively beaming? Which country might need an intervention? Get involved Watch the show on YouTube (live from 3am AEST on 14 December) Listen to the songs on your preferred platform Watch the video by following the link Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist North Macedonia: Nela Mancheska – Miracle      Montenegro: Asja Džogović – I Tužna i Srećna Priča [Both a Sad and a Happy Story]      Italy: Leonardo Giovannangeli – Rockstar      Portugal: Inês Gonçalves – Para Onde Vai o Amor? [Where Does Love Go?]      Spain: Gonzalo Pinillos – Érase Una Vez (Once Upon a Time)      Georgia: Anita Abgariani – Shine Like a Star      Cyprus: Rafaella & Christos – AWAY      France: Lou Deleuze – Ce Monde [This World]      Albania: Kroni Pula – Fruta Perime [Fruits and Vegetables]      The post Previewing the second half of Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s time to celebrate children’s talent as the Junior Eurovision Song Contest lands for another year. Michael and Io preview the first half of this year’s Contest, being held on Saturday 13 December (5pm CET) in Tbilisi. Who’s getting the party started? What’s medicine got to do with it? Where are the adults in children’s clothing? Get involved Watch the show on YouTube (live from 3am AEST on 14 December) Listen to the songs on your preferred platform Watch the video by following the link Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Malta: Eliza Borg – I Believe    Azerbaijan: Yağmur – Miau Miau [Azeri: Meow Meow]    Croatia: Marino Vrgoč – Snovi [Croatian: Dreams]    San Marino: Martina CRV – Beyond the Stars    Armenia: Albert – Brave Heart    Ukraine: Sofia Nersesian – Motanka    Ireland: Lottie O’Driscoll Murray – Rúin [Gaelic: Secrets]    Netherlands: Meadow – Freeze    Poland: Marianna Kłos – Brightest Light    The post Previewing the first half of Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s that time, when we say goodbye to Eurovision for another year. Michael and Io traipse into (the old school version of) Euroclub to let their hair down, enjoy a boogie, have a drink and share some goss as Season 2025 comes to a close. Hear from some national finals we never got to, find out what the latest voting dramas are up to, and enjoy Te Deum one last time. What’s in the water in Lithuania? Can Stefan Raab ever step away? And what the hell actually did happen? Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Remember Monday – What The Hell Just Happened? (Marcus Wiles Radio Edit) July Jones – New Religion Lion Ceccah – Drobė Liepa – Ar Mylėtum? Feuerschwanz ft Dag SDP – Knightclub Abor & Tynna – Baller (nowifi Remix) Evangelia – Vále Klavdia – Asteromáta (Playmen & Valeron Remix) Go-Jo – Milkshake Man (Joylon Petch Radio Edit) The post Let’s party: Time to say goodbye to Eurovision 2025 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Danke Österreich! The Eurovision trophy was lifted by JJ, after getting over the line in a nailbiting 2025 Grand Final. Michael and Io turn the clocks back to celebrate all things Austria at Eurovision, ever since ORF’s first entry in 1957. Experience the ups, the downs, the non-qualifications, the withdrawals and the wins through this special winner’s retrospective. What does Michael need to see return to Eurovision? Why was Conchita so important to Io? What was Austria thinking in the 2000s? Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist 1957: Bob Martin – Wohin, kleines Pony? [Where to, little pony?] 1966: Udo Jürgens – Merci, Chérie [Thank you, darling] 1977: Schmetterlinge – Boom-boom boomerang 1985: Gary Lux – Kinder Dieser Welt [Children of the world] 1996: George Nussbaumer – Weil’s dr guat got [Because you feel good] 2003: Alf Poier – Weil der Mensch zählt [Because mankind are the ones who are counting] 2005: Global Kryner – Y Así [And so] 2014: Conchita Wurst – Rise Like A Phoenix 2023: TEYA & SALENA – Who The Hell Is Edgar? 2024: Kaleen – We Will Rave 2025: JJ – Wasted Love The post JJ’s a 2025 Eurovision winner baby: Celebrating Austria appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

After months of drama, backflips, cartwheels, protests and personnel changes, we’ve arrived at our final destination: The Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. Michael and Io roll up their sleeves to preview the six auto qualifiers and share their thoughts on the 26 songs in the running to claim the (currently unbroken) glass trophy. The Grand Final for 2025 comes to you live on SBS and SBS On Demand on Sunday 18 May at 5am (AEST). Remember: You need to up and watching LIVE to vote and make your voice count. What might Germany and Australia have in common? Which country has had a glow up? What did Michael and Io (and a heap of Aussies) see on the French stage? Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision  Vote now to tell us who you think should win the 2025 trophy. Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Spain: Melody – ESA DIVA [THAT DIVA] United Kingdom: Remember Monday – What The Hell Just Happened? Italy: Lucio Corsi – Volevo essere un duro [I wanted to be a tough guy] Germany: Abor & Tynna – Baller [Shoot] Switzerland: Zoë Më – Voyage France: Louane – maman [Mum] The post Previewing the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Eurovision is one big family and this year, some Icelandic brothers have extended it even further. Hálfdán and Matthías are VÆB, and they’ve found a brand-new pair of blinged out sunglasses just in time to make their way to Basel. Michael and Io chat with the lads about their music, being the oldies at Songvakeppnin and if they’d ever consider being in a Eurovision and Alone Australia crossover series. Which Eurovision singer would they want to have in their boat? How many glasses do they have? Why do the boys know all about funerals? You can see VÆB perform Róa during Semi Final 1. Watch it on SBS: Live on Wednesday 14 May at 5am AEST Prime time on Friday 16 May at 7:30pm AEST Not in Australia? Watch the video in full in the Spotify podcast. The post Boats, glasses and TV shows: Catching up with VÆB appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Every year, JOY 94.9 turns to you to ask for your support in keeping Australia’s only LGBTIQA community media organisation Out, Loud and Proud. Radiothon is our annual fundraiser and this year’s theme is Stronger Together. It’s with your financial support that we can continue to amplify our diverse LGBTIQA+ voices across Australia and the world. Michael and Bryan get into the Radiothon spirit by getting together to run through some of the latest news out of Basel. Plus, there are a few brand new tunes from your Eurovision favourites. You can support JOY during Radiothon by becoming a member or donating at joy.org.au/radiothon Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. The news Flags, flags, flags… and why Nemo and the delegations aren’t too happy about the new rules What’s with all the interval acts? The qualifier reveals will be different this year, but do they really need to change? Playlist Nemo – Casanova Voyager – Seen Better Days Montaigne – it’s all about the money KEiiNO – Unstoppable The post Stronger Together with a Eurovision 2025 update appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

There are only days until Europe (and Australia) pick up their phones to choose who’s off to the Eurovision Grand Final for 2025. Michael and Bryan run through the second half of Semi Final 2, to explore who’s involved, who’s got a chance, and who’s your best tip for a breakfast break. Do not forget to set your alarm, so you can watch (and vote in) Semi Final 2 live on SBS and SBS On Demand on Friday 16 May at 5am (AEST). What’s getting Michael’s goat? Who should do an Australian tour? How can you help us be Stronger Together? Hint: Head to joy.org.au/radiothon to support JOY! Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision  Vote now to rank all of the songs in this half of Semi Final 2 and choose who you think will be headed to the Grand Final. Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Malta: Miriana Conte – SERVING Georgia: Mariam Shengelia – Freedom Denmark: Sissal – Hallucination Czechia: ADONXS – Kiss Kiss Goodbye Luxembourg: Laura Thorn – La Poupée Monte Le Son [The doll turns up the sound] Israel: Yuval Raphael – New Day Will Rise Serbia: Princ – Mila [Sweetheart] Finland: Erika Vikman – ICH KOMME [I’m coming] The post Previewing the 2nd half of Eurovision 2025 Semi Final 2 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s election day in Australia and we’ve all enjoyed our democracy sausages. But there’s another big vote yet to come… Semi Final 2. Michael and Io get their pencils out to make notes on the first eight songs in the semi final that we have some input into. It’s a big one, but who will be going through to the Grand Final? Make sure you prepare your democracy breakfast before watching Semi Final 2 live on SBS and SBS On Demand on Friday 16 May at 5am (AEST). Will Australia be yum yum for the Europeans? What’s Imagine Dragons got to do with it? Who needs to serve face? Get involved Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision  Vote now to rank all of the songs in this half of Semi Final 2 and choose who you think will be headed to the Grand Final. Save the music to your preferred streaming platform. Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Australia: Go-Jo – Milkshake Man Montenegro: Nina Žižić – Dobrodošli Ireland: EMMY – Laika Party Latvia: Tautumeitas – Bur Man Laimi Armenia: PARG – SURVIVOR Austria: JJ – Wasted Love Greece: Klavdia – Asteromáta Lithuania: Katarsis – Tavo Akys The post Previewing the 1st half of Eurovision 2025 Semi Final 2 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Michael, Io, Lou and Ethan were in the studio to reveal your TOP 10 for 2025. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Your Top Ten #10: Daði og Gagnamagnið – Think About Things (Iceland 2020) #9: Nemo – The Code (Switzerland 2024) #8: Go_A – Shum (Шум) (Ukraine 2021) #7: Verka Serduchka – Dancing Lasha Tumbai (Ukraine 2007) #6: Joost Klein – Europapa (Netherlands 2024) #5: Baby Lasagna – Rim Tim Tagi Dim (Croatia 2024) #4: Loreen – Tattoo (Sweden 2023) #3: Dami Im – Sound of Silence (Australia 2016) #2: Käärijä – Cha Cha Cha (Finland 2023) #1: Loreen – Euphoria (Sweden 2012) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: Your Top 10 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the sixth time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia. Australia’s official Eurovision fan club is celebrating their 10th birthday this year and you can show your support by becoming a member. Michael, Io, Lou and Ethan were in the studio to get ready for the big reveal. Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision The countdown #22: Måns Zelmerlöw – Heroes (Sweden 2015) #21: Alexander Rybak – Fairytale (Norway 2009) #20: Chanel – SloMo (Spain 2022) #19: KEiiNO – Spirit in the Sky (Norway 2019) #18: Conchita Wurst – Rise Like a Phoenix (Austria 2014) #17: Cornelia Jakobs – Hold Me Closer (Sweden 2022) #16: Kaleen – We Will Rave (Austria 2024) #15: Voyager – Promise (Australia 2023) #14: Eleni Foureira – Fuego (Cyprus 2018) #13: Kate Miller-Heidke – Zero Gravity (Australia 2019) #12: ABBA – Waterloo (Sweden 1974) #11: Måneskin – Zitti e buoni (Italy 2021) The post Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 2025: #22 to #11 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.