I don't know if everyone can get this but, if you can, the Eurovision Song Contest worth a watch. It is cultural kitsch at its very best. HRH and I watch it every year, including both semi finals, and it's a real hoot.It plays to big audiences here in Australia, all the more amazing when you remember that Australia isn't eligible to either perform or vote. It's on in Sydney on the 15th, 16th and 17th on SBS at 7.30pm.
Lordi from Finland won in 2006 ... and we've been hooked ever since. Just skip the first 40 seconds or so if you click on this link ... it's the between-the-acts filler from the Greek TV broadcast.
Other winners include Serbia in 2007 and last year, Russia, which means that they host this year's contest. I have no idea what the rollerskating guy is for in the Russian entry but these videos will give you some idea of why we watch year after year after year.
Be sure to watch through to the end of each show. Compiling the votes is sometimes the best part.
Enjoy.
