Eurovision 1957: The Second Coming

Eurovision 1957: The Second Coming

Author: Bingewatch November 3, 2025 Duration: 19:33

If 1956 was the Eurovision first started, then 1957 is the year it really started to figure out what it was, says Steven, as he deep dives into the the 2nd Annual Eurovision Song Contest.

It was a year when precedents were set, when rules were tested, and when the scoreboard was just Dave the Intern changing numbers on the big board, nervously sweating because he said he passed it at school but he actually preferred drama, and now he's doing quick maths live to the whole of Europe.

Spoiler alert: Dave smashed it.

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Theodor Andrei - ‘D.G.T. (Off And On)’ (Romania, 2023): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf3iPXU1RYU

Intelligent Music Project - ‘Intention’  (Bulgaria, 2022): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwZTI5AoTg4

Poli Genova - ‘If Love Was A Crime’ (Bulgaria, 2016): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQqUTigWKHY

Kristian Kostov - ‘Beautiful Mess’ (Bulgaria, 2017): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMmm-G078LM

Lys Assia - ‘Refrain’ (Switzerland, 1956): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKSP_HQ5hk

Lena - ‘Satellite’ (Germany, 2010): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pL9vdpSvnY

Lena - ‘Taken By A Stranger’ (Germany, 2011): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqZprvpWlcE

Bobbejaan Schoepen - ‘Straatdeuntje’ (Belgium, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mu8ueVHTb9k

Danièle Dupré - ‘Tant de peine’ (Luxembourg, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1qmQ9pfnPs 

Patricia Bredin - ‘All’ (United Kingdom, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGHNEpTNcXU

Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät - ‘Aina mun pitää’ (Finland, 2015): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4Y0HOPL5GU

Nunzio Gallo - ‘Corde della mia chitarra’ (Italy, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ofli5AZpq4

Bob Martin - ‘Wohin, kleines Pony?’ (Austria, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mETWk_nB1Q

Corry Brokken - ‘Net also toen’ (Netherlands, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWUOHzMjTZw

Margot Hielscher - ‘Telefon, Telefon’ (Germany, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoDpE2LtoZA

Paule Desjardins - ‘La belle amour’ (France, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2-XDnBHEbc

Birthe Wilke and Gustav Winckler - ‘Skibet skal sejle i nat’ (Denmark, 1957): 


Hosted by journalist and lifelong superfan Steven Perkins, Douze Points is a fortnightly podcast from Bingewatch that treats the Eurovision Song Contest with the same depth and passion as a critically acclaimed TV series. This isn't just a seasonal recap; it's a year-round analysis for anyone who sees the contest as a compelling mix of high-stakes music, cultural commentary, and unforgettable television. Each episode weaves together breaking news, historical deep dives, and exclusive interviews, all while building the narrative toward the next contest. The discussion naturally extends beyond the stage, exploring how Eurovision intersects with broader trends in film, music, and pop culture. Listeners are invited into a ongoing conversation where predictions are debated, history is unpacked, and fan theories are thoroughly examined. Whether dissecting a national final's production values or analyzing a past winner's lasting impact, the podcast provides a dedicated space for thoughtful fandom. Your perspectives are part of the mix, too, as the show actively incorporates listener insights and those hot takes that make the community so vibrant. Join Steven as he navigates the road to Basel 2025 and everything that happens along the way, offering a smart, engaging listen that celebrates the complexity and joy of Eurovision.
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