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Israeli contestant was voted through to the final in Basel, Switzerland

EXCLUSIVE The Irish twins have represented their homeland twice, but with someone from Norway flying the flag for the Emerald Isle this year, they could be tempted to try their luck elsewhere

I’m in Basel, Switzerland – host city of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest – to present research about treatment of songwriters in the contest. While I’m here, I’ll be conducting field research and attending one of the shows. Here’s what I’ll be looking out for during this year’s competition.

With songs about everything from the joy of raving to the morning after the night before, from death and domestic violence to metaphorical milkshakes and poisoned cakes served in revenge, Eurovision is back for its 69th edition – hosted by Switzerland after singer Nemo's victory last year.