JOY Eurovision

3 Mar 2019

Why’s the siren blaring in Ukraine?

JOYEurovision: The Show, Music, National Finals, Society & Culture

Uh oh!

Ukraine’s in trouble!

Say goodbye to one of Eurovision’s favourite countries as national pride, politics and singing collide to send everyone in a spin.

Michael and Io have a quick dip into Vidbir and the dramas that have taken place since.

Plus, have a listen to the song that will no longer be slaying in Tel Aviv and its second-place partner.

Playlist

MARUV – Siren Song

Freedom Jazz – Cupidon

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