The first semi-final for Eurovision 2023 takes place tonight, when Irish entry Wild Youth takes to the stage. They are sixth on the running order, after Portugal and before Croatia. RTÉ One will broadcast both semi-finals, as well as the final on May 13th
The Music Quiz: For Eurovision ’69, the British public rejected a song by which future star?
Plus: What has been the minimum age for Eurovision entrants since 1990?
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Tony Clayton-Lea
Tony Clayton-Lea is a contributor to The Irish Times specialising in popular culture
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