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Mike Skinner catches the imagination of the British nation.

A cable music channel has something of an impact.

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The blockbuster franchise starts out terrifying before becoming confused and mystifying.

A hot favourite going into the final, the Spanish entry turns out to be even hotter on the night.

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A sort of mediation on a popular culture turning to crazy, set to the sound of electric guitars and heavy, heavy drumming.

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Politicians beware as the public awakens from its Covid dream state.

After years of nearly winning, the United Kingdom finally pulls its socks up and takes the Eurovision prize.

A disco beat political statement from the electropop duo.

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A camp, silly and entertaining shuffle down nostalgia lane for those who have no memory or experience of 50s Americana.