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Eurovision Wishlist: The Artists We Want To Sing For The Netherlands
Can anyone repeat the Common Linnets’ success?
Cash, Dylan, Delange: Common Linnets feature on all-star Christmas album
Santa comes early
Did the Common Linnets Breakup Because of Waylon’s Manager?
Apparently Ilse DeLange had beef with Waylon’s manager
Which countries are the best at predicting the Eurovision winner?
Hungary, Germany and Sweden know what’s up, y’all…
The Netherlands: Common Linnets album reaches #5 worldwide
The Common Linnets have gone global
Conchita Wurst on Benelux TV: I just want to be accepted!
She’s been working the TV circuit in Belgium and the Netherlands
The Netherlands: The Common Linnets Debut Video for Calm After The Storm
Last Wednesday, Ducth artists Ilse DeLange and Waylon (a.k.a. The Common Linnets) revealed their song for Eurovision 2014 – “Calm After the Storm”. After almost a week the group have…
Belgium Eurosong: Yass and SIL to the final, Kate Ryan performs Je t’adore
Because our lovely Belgian blogger Jacintha is visiting the States and currently playing in the snow, I (Mike, the Dutch alternative) am here with the results and some mini-reviews of…
The Netherlands: Ilse DeLange Dutch performer of the year
Every year Dutch radio station 100% NL gives their listeners the chance to vote for they favorite musical act of the past year. Last Wednesday Dutch diva and 2014 Eurovision…
ESC 2014: Semi-final allocation draw scheduled for 20 January
This morning, Danish broadcaster DR announced that the semi-final allocation draw will be held in Copenhagen city hall on January 20. That’s next Monday, y’all.
Netherlands: former Eurovision participants join Ladies of Soul
What would happen if a handful of amazing Eurovision artists created a new group and performed together? If you are from The Netherlands you don’t have to imagine anymore! Behold:…
Lithuania: 20 finalists announced for national selection
LRT, Lithuanias’ state broadcaster, just made Eurovision fans very happy. They have announced that there will be a series of 10 shows to decide who is going to sing for…
Ilse DeLange and Waylon Team Up as The Common Linnets for ESC 2014!
Weeks of rumour and speculation proved to be true this morning when Ilse de Lange and Waylon confirmed that they will represent the Netherlands at Eurovision 2014. Speaking at a…
(Don’t) Join Us: Should Eurovision Still Have Two Semi-Finals?
Friday the 22nd of November was a black day for Eurovision fans. Two competing countries—Bulgaria and Serbia—announced that they will withdraw from the contest in 2014. They joined the ranks…
Which Countries are the Best at Predicting the Eurovision Winner?
Forget the bookies and the blogs. If you want to know who will win Eurovision, then consult viewers in Slovakia, Montenegro and Hungary.