Congratulations Denmark!!!

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 "current" to fly the British flag in Copenhagen.  Let's ask Emelie Sande - then we can have two consecutive winners called Emelie!!!

I'll finish with this lovely picture that I was sent a few days ago by the Danish PR team.  It's last year's champion, Loreen, with this year's victor, Emmelie.

Right, now where did I put my tin whistle?...

Final predictions

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 think the final song which is likely to figure in the Top 5 is Greece!  They're going to pull in a MASSIVE vote from the Balkan states as well as big votes from the UK, Ireland and loads of other juries.  It may even sneak a surprise win.

I think Netherlands may be one to watch.  It's very downbeat and understated, but it's a superb performance...

Special mention too to plucky little Malta with the lovely Gianluca, and the Bonkers Krista Siegfrids from Finland.  How fab if ether of them could pull off a shock win!

The first 10 minutes of the show will bring a tear to you eye. Absolutely Brilliant!!!!

Wherever you are - enjoy - and may the best song win!

INFAMY!!!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22522969

OOOOH!  Have a look at Celine Dion!!!

Hass reporting live from the press centre - Priceless!!!!

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

 

Scotland on Sunday

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

Euphoria in Emporia!

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?

Did you miss Lynda?

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: