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Molly Smitten-Downes: Get to know the UK Eurovision entry
Following the Twitter leak, many of you already suspected that Molly Smitten-Downes would be singing at Eurovision. Tonight the BBC finally (and officially) confirmed that the unknown singer will represent…
UK Eurovision singer: Twitter says Molly Smitten-Downes
The BBC had hoped to keep the name of its Eurovision 2014 entry a secret until tonight’s announcement on the BBC Red Button service. But, in a move proving that…
BBC Eurovision producer announces new approach to UK entry
Tonight at 19:30 GMT on the BBC Red Button service, the Beeb will officially announce its Eurovision 2014 contestant. For months rumours have swirled about Geri Halliwell, Little Boots, and Rylan…
United Kingdom: Scott Mills to reveal Eurovision act on 3 March
The moment the United Kingdom have been waiting for
BBC rejection letter offers insight into Eurovision selection process
An e-mail from the BBC to an aspiring British Eurovision act offers a unique insight into the shadowy world of the UK’s internal selection process for Eurovision. It suggests that…
United Kingdom of Rock turn up heat on Eurovision bid
For several months we’ve been telling y’all about the United Kingdom of Rock, an upstart band that hopes to rock on at Eurovision 2014 on behalf of the BBC. Their…
List: Five artists the BBC might consider for Eurovision 2014
In recent days rumours have been swirling that former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell will sing for the United Kingdom at Eurovision 2014. That made us laugh. Geri is 41 years old…
United Kingdom of Rock: Meet one band the BBC are considering for Eurovision 2014
Back in November we introduced you to the United Kingdom of Rock—an upstart band in Leatherhead, England. Led by Matt Fielder, they are fed up with Britain’s poor showing in…
LISTEN: Should The United Kingdom of Rock Sing at Eurovision?
Matt Fielder, a Eurovision fan in Leatherhead, England, is fed up with Britain’s recent history at the contest. But rather than complaining to himself or ranting in a blog post…
UK: Is the BBC going “back to basics” with a National Selection?
“Your Country Needs You” to return?
UK: Double the Trouble as Eurovision Star Makes TV Comeback
Since coming 10th for the United Kingdom at Eurovision 1991, with the song “A Message to Your Heart”, Samantha Womack has focused mainly on acting, starring in many television series…
Jedward on BBC: “We’re Never Going to Split Up!”
Earlier this morning Jedward appeared on BBC Breakfast—the BBC’s flagship morning news program—to discuss their new sound and their new hair style. We’ve compiled some of their best quotes for…
Britain’s UKIP To Ban Eurovision If Elected
The United Kingdom Independence Party, or UKIP for short, enjoyed a surge in popularity ahead of Eurovision. In early May they managed to average 26% in county council polls, gaining…
UK: Little Boots is “totally up for ESC”
We take a break from the post-Eurovision 2013 scandal to turn our attention to the UK, where electropop artist Little Boots has expressed her willingness to represent her country at…
Engelbert Humperdinck Speaks with the BBC: “Waltz Me to the Top!”
Engelbert Humperdinck—the 75-year old legend representing Britain at ESC 2012—unveiled his song “Love Will Set You Free” on March 19. The WiwiBloggs.Com team and bookies both fell in love instantly.…