Singer Mustii performs Belgium's entry at the Eurovision Semi-Finals in 2024. (Photo: Arkland, used under Creative Commons licence).
It’s that time of year again…. May is the month when Eurovision fever traditionally sweeps across nations participating in the annual celebration of songwriting and showmanship. Thousands of fans will descend on Switzerland for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, while millions more will watch from their home countries, with many planning elaborate Eurovision parties. This year 37 acts will take to the stage to perform their nation’s song, hoping to win the approval of the national juries and the voting public alike.
We look at the history behind the contest and some of its memorable moments.