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Too Hot for Eurovision? Controversy at Eurovision 69
In recent years, Eurovision has found itself navigating increasingly complex cultural waters as mainstream music becomes more sexually...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Apr 162 min read
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That’s How You Write A Song
When you hear the word songwriting , what comes to mind? A lone artist scribbling lyrics in a notebook? A pop star humming melodies into...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Apr 93 min read
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Celine Dion, Eurovision, and the Journey to Global Icon
In 1988, a young Celine Dion won Eurovision representing Switzerland with “Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi.” It should’ve been her launch into...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Apr 23 min read
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Celine Dion at Eurovision: The Parallels Between The Global Pop Megastar and the Competition that Launched Her
This year, Eurovision returns to Switzerland—the country that launched one of the contest’s most legendary stars: Celine Dion. Yes, that...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Mar 263 min read
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Eurovision Comebacks: The UK’s Love-Hate Relationship with the Contest
Eurovision is one of the most-watched music events in the world, a stage that has launched the careers of global icons like ABBA and Celine
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Mar 193 min read
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The Eurovision Avant-Garde: Pushing Boundaries in Music and Performance
As we look at trends that seem relevant as we move toward the 2025 contest, we wanted to explore weird, the odd, and the truly...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Mar 123 min read
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UPDATE: The Mysteries of the EuroVerse takes Silver!
We’re beyond excited to share that Mysteries of the EuroVerse has won a silver award for Best Indie Podcast at the Signal Podcasting...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Oct 30, 20241 min read
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“MYSTERIES OF THE EUROVERSE” Wins A Gold Medal At The Davey Awards
As we wait for the results of the Signal Awards, we’re thrilled to announce that Mysteries of the EuroVerse continues to do well this...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Oct 25, 20241 min read
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“MYSTERIES OF THE EUROVERSE” a Finalist for the Signal Awards!
We’re so excited to announce that Mysteries of the EuroVerse has been named as a Finalist for the prestigious Signal Podcasting Award,...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Oct 10, 20242 min read
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OFF SEASON UPDATE: Jamala Releases ARAFAT DAĞINDAN Music Video
Jamala has released her first video off of QIRIM, for the song ARAFAT DAĞINDAN. Filmed by a Kyiv based crew during Russia’s mass shelling...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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How Eurovision Selects Its Songs
The Genesis and Evolution of Eurovision Voting The voting system in Eurovision has undergone numerous changes since its inception in...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Jan 3, 20242 min read
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Eurovision’s Language Rule and the Competing Values of Cultural Diversity and Fairness.
Eurovision has on and off required that acts sing in their country’s national language. The idea of the rule is to encourage language...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Dec 27, 20232 min read
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The Secret Political History of Eurovision
Eurovision has always been a political arena, despite a current rule mandating an apolitical stance in songs and acts. Eurovision's claim...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Dec 20, 20232 min read
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Discovering Eurovision: A Queer-Friendly Musical Haven You've Been Missing
Queer Americans have a canon of the pop culture moments most important to the community: Puck on the Real World, the Will and Grace kiss,...
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Dec 14, 20232 min read
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Eurovision in America
Eurovision is the most watched song contest in the world– attracting more viewers than the Super Bowl.
Mysteries of the EuroVerse
Dec 6, 20233 min read
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