Germany as „Good European“ in the Eurovision Song Contest Analysis The Europeanization of German identity runs like a red thread through Germany's post-war history and is also evident in its performances at the ESC: Germany presents itself as cosmopolitan. By Prof. Dr. Alison Lewis
How the Eurovision Song Contest reflects Europe's cultural diversity Commentary The almost 70-year history of the ESC reads like a seismograph of the cultural and socio-political situation in Europe on many levels. By Prof. Dr. Saskia Jaszoltowski
The Eurovision Song Contest as a Media Phenomenon Analysis For one evening, a global audience watches a show staged with the most elaborate means at the height of technical feasibility. What makes the ESC one of the most fascinating media events of our time? By Dr. Irving Benoît Wolther
Nation Branding or Building a European Identity at the Eurovision Song Contest? Analysis Although the ESC was not intended as an instrument of European integration, it has become a symbol of it - even if the relationship between national and European identity is contradictory. By Dr. Dean Vuletic
The Eurovision Song Contest and the Power of Utopia Dossier The ESC, one of the biggest media events in Europe, has always been political. This dossier examines this dazzling parallel universe of equal rights for all, which at the same time holds up a mirror to Europe.
Afghan Musicians Report The story narrates ordeal of artist community of Afghanistan who are in deep crisis after toppling of Afghan government by Taliban. Almost all musicians and melody performers in Afghanistan abandoned their profession and went into hiding to escape Taliban’s wrath. By Ahmad Jan