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Wales Online
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
What is Eurovision Song Contest 2022 UK entry Sam Ryder doing now?
What is Eurovision Song Contest 2022 UK entry Sam Ryder doing now? Sam Ryder came in second place at the Eurovision Song Contest in Turin with his song Space Man in 2022 - and his life has never been the same since Sam Ryder came in second place in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2022 (Image: AP Photo/Luca Bruno ) The grand final of Eurovision is officially here, with audiences gathering for what promises to be a thrilling evening of music, laughter, tears, and more. As we approach the grand finale, some may be reflecting on previous contestants who represented the UK. One act which will stick in our minds is Sam Ryder, who clinched second place , the highest position for the UK since the early 90s. Eurovision 2022 marked a remarkable year for the UK. Not only did it secure its highest position in over two decades but the song and performer also became the highest-scoring UK Eurovision entrant. He won the jury vote with 283 points and came second in public voting with 466 points. Since then, Sam Ryder has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the music industry - let's explore his journey since the competition and his current endeavours. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Chosen by Tap Management and the BBC, TikTok sensation and musician Sam Ryder capturing the nation's heart with not only his exceptional vocals, guitar prowess, striking outfit and hair, but also his irresistibly positive demeanour. After being unearthed on the social media video platform, where he shared videos of himself performing cover songs during the inaugural COVID-19 lockdown, he landed a record deal and unveiled his debut EP in 2021, which led to a completely sold-out tour. However, it was his stint as the UK's Eurovision representative that propelled his career to new heights following his live performance of Space Man in Turin at the prestigious song competition. Before Sam, the last UK artist to achieve second place was Imaani in 1998. Sam didn't only secure second place on Eurovision, but Space Man also secured the second spot on the UK Singles Chart. This then became the highest-ranking UK Eurovision entry since Gina G's "Ooh Aah... Just a Little Bit" in 1996. Since then, he has taken the stage at a multitude of high-profile events, including the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert, the Royal Variety Show, Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins' memorial concert, his inaugural European tour, and, most recently, a UK tour. In the interim, he also launched an album titled There's Nothing but Space, Man!, which hit the market in December, 2022. This album featured follow-up singles Somebody and Living Without You. His album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart almost instantly, making the now 35-year-old singer the first British male solo artist to achieve this feat with their first LP in over three years. In January, 2023, Sam Ryder created history by becoming the first UK Eurovision act to receive a nomination for Best New Artist at the 2023 Brit Awards. His famed jumpsuit from his Turin performance is now on exhibit in Liverpool at the British Music Experience, which honoured the Eurovision Song Contest's return to the UK on behalf of Ukraine for the first time in over 20 years. Sam performed at the grand final in Liverpool as one of the acts. Before the big night, he treated fans to a trio of "free" gigs at Liverpool's Cavern Club, and his Instagram followers were thrilled to learn that Sam had been busy crafting new tunes. One such track, titled 'Mountain', dropped rather opportunistically just a day before the Eurovision grand final. The singer is about to release a new single titled, Oh ok, on May 23. He shared on Instagram: "I wrote OH OK about that feeling you get when someone who was an important part of your life, that you're no longer with, is trying their hardest to make you jealous, and the ways in which we can claim our own power back while in that temporary space. "Understanding the truth behind empty actions and acting rather than reacting seem to be the key to this, and I hope OH OK serves as a reminder that if you're going through it, this too shall pass." Content cannot be displayed without consent He is currently touring around North America, but later this year, Sam will be joining the likes of Jamie Cullum, Tom Walker and Orla Gartland on the Field of Avalon stage at this year's Glastonbury. He shared on Instagram that he was "So stoked" when the festival announced the line-up in March. After his Glasto debut, he will performing to thousands of fans at Wembley Arena in London on Thursday, November 6. He shared on Instagram:" WE'RE HEADLINING Tickets for the headline gig are still available on Ticketmaster. Article continues below The Eurovision Song Contest grand final is scheduled for Saturday, May 17. You can catch all the action live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, as well as on the contest's YouTube channel starting at 8pm.
Daily Mirror
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Eurovision icon Sam Ryder's emotional message to Remember Monday ahead of final
The Eurovision star came second in the international competition in 2022 with his his single Space Man - losing out on the top spot to Ukraine amid their conflict with Russia Ahead of Remember Monday's attempt to bring the UK to Eurovision victory once again, former contestant Sam Ryder has given them some words of advice. The singer-songwriter came a hair's breadth from winning the competition in 2022, with his single Space Man. And with the grand final of this year's massive international music competition just hours away, Sam had a few words of encouragement for the country-pop three-piece. Speaking with Magic Radio presenter Gabby Roslin, he told the girls to "smash it". Host Gabby asked Sam: "OK, so the girls, how are they gonna be feeling right now?" He replied: "They're gonna be buzzing. I'm sending them all my love and I'm sending every single person that has the nutrients to get on that stage and look down the camera lens at 180m people or something like that." Sam added: "Yep. All of them are going to be going through the same human emotions that are basically 'what on earth is this? What is happening?' And this is completely the opposite of natural, so yeah, shine completely brightly and remember you're putting on the shirt for your country. So just smash it." The 35-year-old became the highest-scoring UK entrant, earning the country 466 points with his TikTok hit in 2022. He came second to Ukraine, whose rap-folk act Kalush Orchestra won the vote with 631 points, amid their country's conflict with Russia. Sam's second place was a welcome turnaround for the UK, which had previously seen a dramatic decline in its Eurovision success. The UK hadn't even had a top 10 spot since Jade Ewen came fifth in 2009. In 2019 and 2021, the UK came last on the scoreboard, coincidentally when 52% of the country voted to leave the EU in the Brexit referendum. Fans were thrilled with Sam's Eurovision efforts, with Graham Norton saying it was a "fairytale ending to an incredible evening". At the time, Sam told the BBC: "This is the tip of an iceberg. The UK is going to be a force next year. It's gonna be mad." Despite the UK's high hopes, Remember Monday, made up of Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull and Charlotte Steele, have been given some disappointing news ahead of the final in Basel tonight. The country-pop trio have been slammed by bookies who say they are more likely to come last than they are to win. The news will be a huge disappointment to British Eurovision fans, whose dream of a win for the first time in 27 years could be looking unlikely. Hoping to take home the glass microphone trophy - and help to redeem the country's Eurovision reputation - Remember Monday will perform at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest. Ladbrokes have ranked the act at just 66/1 to take home the trophy tonight, with the odds of them coming in last are just 3/1. The chance of them scoring 'nul points' sits at 12/1. Having been given an automatic guaranteed place in the final, the trio performed their song What The Hell Just Happened? this week. It got mixed reviews from fans.
Scotsman
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
United Kingdom at Eurovision: how many points has the country accumulated in total?
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now The United Kingdom's history at Eurovision by the numbers ahead of Remember Monday's hopeful 2025 contest Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Remember Monday are set for their first live performance in Basel tomorrow (May 15 2025) The great British hopes are looking to secure a sixth Eurovision victory for the United Kingdom. But what's the total number of points the UK has received in Eurovision history, and how many times has it received the 'wooden spoon?' The first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest is over, with the second due to take place overnight – and the first chance for Europe to see the UK's entry perform live. As part of the second semi-final's events, Remember Monday is set to perform tomorrow, offering the public a preview of their May 17, 2025 performance. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With the hopes of the country resting on the trio's shoulders, how has the United Kingdom fared historically at the beloved competition, and have we really received the dreaded 'nul points' more or less often than we think? We've examined the United Kingdom's performance throughout Eurovision Song Contest history to determine the country's total points received, the points earned at each contest, and which countries have historically awarded the most points to the UK. How many points have the United Kingdom accumulated through Eurovision History? Get to know the United Kingdom's history at Eurovision by the numbers with our look back at 64 years of the country at the song contest. | Canva/Getty Images The United Kingdom has accumulated a total of 4279 points in the Eurovision Song Contest finals throughout its history (excluding 1956 and 1958 when they didn't enter). How many times has the United Kingdom won the Eurovision Song Contest? The United Kingdom has won the Eurovision Song Contest five times: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad How many times has the United Kingdom received 'nul points' at Eurovision? The United Kingdom has received zero points in the final two times: Which UK entry has received the most points during a Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final? Looking at the list of UK Eurovision entries and their final points totals, the United Kingdom's entry that received the most points in a final is Sam Ryder with the song Space Man in 2022, earning a total of 466 points. What country has given the United Kingdom the most points in Eurovision history? Throughout the history of the United Kingdom at Eurovision, Belgium have given the country the most accumulated points, with a total of 124 points, while Austria come second having given the UK 96 points and finally France in third, having given us 89 points in total. What countries have given the United Kingdom 12 points the most times at Eurovision? Belgium once again have shown their affinity to United Kingdom entries across the history of the competition; they have awarded the country the maximum number of points on 10 separate occasions, with Austria coming in second with 8 times they've awarded that amount and finally France once more - having given the UK 12 points on five separate occasions. The United Kingdom's history at the Eurovision Song Contest Points total for that year's competition in brackets: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 1957: Patricia Bredin - All (6) 1959: Pearl Carr and Teddy Johnson - Sing Little Birdie (16) 1960: Bryan Johnson - Looking High, High, High (25) 1961: The Allisons - Are You Sure? (24) 1962: Ronnie Carroll - Ring-A-Ding Girl (10) 1963: Ronnie Carroll - Say Wonderful Things (28) 1964: Matt Monro - I Love the Little Things (17) 1965: Kathy Kirby - I Belong (26) 1966: Kenneth McKellar - A Man Without Love (8) 1967: Sandie Shaw - Puppet on a String (47) 1968: Cliff Richard - Congratulations (28) 1969: Lulu - Boom Bang-a-Bang (18) 1970: Mary Hopkin - Knock, Knock (Who's There?) (26) 1971: Clodagh Rodgers - Jack in the Box (98) 1972: The New Seekers - Beg, Steal or Borrow (114) 1973: Cliff Richard - Power to All Our Friends (123) 1974: Olivia Newton-John - Long Live Love (14) 1975: The Shadows - Let Me Be the One (138) 1976: Brotherhood of Man - Save Your Kisses for Me (164) 1977: Lynsey de Paul and Mike Moran - Rock Bottom (121) 1978: Co-Co - The Bad Old Days (61) 1979: Black Lace - Mary Ann (73) 1980: Prima Donna - Love Enough for Two (106) 1981: Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up (136) 1982: Bardo - One Step Further (76) 1983: Sweet Dreams - I'm Never Giving Up (79) 1984: Belle and the Devotions - Love Games (63) 1985: Vikki - Love Is (100) 1986: Ryder - Runner in the Night (72) 1987: Rikki - Only the Light (47) 1988: Scott Fitzgerald - Go (136) 1989: Live Report - Why Do I Always Get It Wrong (130) 1990: Emma - Give a Little Love Back to the World (87) 1991: Samantha Janus - A Message to Your Heart (47) 1992: Michael Ball - One Step Out of Time (139) 1993: Sonia - Better the Devil You Know (164) 1994: Frances Ruffelle - We Will Be Free (Lonely Symphony) (63) 1995: Love City Groove - Love City Groove (76) 1996: Gina G - Ooh Aah... Just a Little Bit (77) 1997: Katrina and the Waves - Love Shine a Light (227) 1998: Imaani - Where Are You? (166) 1999: Precious - Say It Again (38) 2000: Nicki French - Don't Play That Song Again (98) 2001: Lindsay Dracass - No Dream Impossible (28) 2002: Jessica Garlick - Come Back (111) 2003: Jemini - Cry Baby (0) 2004: James Fox - Hold On to Our Love (29) 2005: Javine - Touch My Fire (18) 2006: Daz Sampson - Teenage Life (25) 2007: Scooch - Flying the Flag (For You) (19) 2008: Andy Abraham - Even If (14) 2009: Jade Ewen - It's My Time (173) 2010: Josh Dubovie - That Sounds Good to Me (10) 2011: Blue - I Can (100) 2012: Engelbert Humperdinck - Love Will Set You Free (12) 2013: Bonnie Tyler - Believe in Me (23) 2014: Molly - Children of the Universe (40) 2015: Electro Velvet - Still in Love with You (5) 2016: Joe and Jake - You're Not Alone (62) 2017: Lucie Jones - Never Give Up on You (111) 2018: SuRie - Storm (48) 2019: Michael Rice - Bigger than Us (11) 2021: James Newman - Embers (0) 2022: Sam Ryder - Space Man (466) 2023: Mae Muller - I Wrote a Song (24) 2024: Olly Alexander - Dizzy (46) What do you think are the United Kingdom's chances at Eurovision 2025 glory with Remember Monday flying the flag? Let us know your predictions regarding this year's contest by leaving a comment down below.
Glasgow Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
The UK's most successful Eurovision Song Contest entries
This year's UK act, Remember Monday, is hoping to wow the crowds and the world with their song 'What the Hell Just Happened'. Ahead of the Eurovision Grand Final in Basel on Saturday, May 17, we thought we would have a quick look into the past and remember the most successful UK entries. From Lulu to Bucks Fizz, here are all the UK's most successful Eurovision Song Contest entries. Most successful UK Eurovision entries Mary Hopkin - 'Knock Knock Who's There', 1970 In 1970, Mary Hopkin took to the stage in the Netherlands with her upbeat number and impressive vocals. The Welsh-born artist had a big following with even Sir Paul McCartney supporting them, the star didn't win but did claim the second spot after being beaten by Irish Singer Dana. Bucks Fizz - 'Making Your Mind Up', 1981 The iconic, costume-changing and skirt-ripping Bucks Fizz won the competition back in 1981 with their catchy tune 'Making Your Mind Up'. Now, 40 years later, the band (minus one member) still enjoys playing the hit song and has found major success with their 'fizzy' attitude. Sam Ryder, 'Space Man', 2022 After years of defeat and many years of nil poi, the UK got a taste of success with Sam Ryder's viral hit Space Man. The song came second, losing out to Ukraine but Ryder won over the hearts of the nation. Lulu, 'Boom Bang-A-Bang' 1969 The Scottish singer performed in 1969 in Spain's capital, Madrid and won the contest with the hit song. Wearing a now retro pink dress, the singer performed at Eurovision following her massive success with the iconic song 'Shout'. Kathy Kirby: 'I Belong', 1965 Performed by blonde bombshell, the self-empowerment song gave her cult fame and even named her a 'gay icon'. The song was the UK's first entry of the sixties, and with its bold and modern-day feel, it was a worthy second-place winner. RECOMMENDED READING Katrina and the Waves, 'Love Shine a Light', 1997 Known for their 80's hit 'Walking on Sunshine' Katrina and the Waves went with a simple yet strong anthem that got them the crown in Ireland. The band beat out any competitors with their closest rival Ireland 70 points away from the British winners.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Three best UK Eurovision entries of all time named – did your favourite make the cut?
THE best British Eurovision entries of all time have been revealed following the results of a new poll. Bucks Fizz's Making Your Mind Up, Sam Ryder's Space Man and Brotherhood of Man's Save Your Kisses for Me came top of the pile. Advertisement 6 Sir Cliff Richard at the 1968 Eurovision Song Contest Credit: PA 6 Katrina of Katrina and the Waves won Eurovision with her song Love Shine a Light in 1997 Credit: Reuters 6 Sam Ryder's hit Space Man is considered on the best British Eurovision songs of all time Credit: Alamy 6 Buck's Fizz won Eurovision in 1981 Credit: Times Media Ltd Cliff Richard's first Eurovision entry in 1968, Congratulations, and Katrina and the Waves' Love Shine a Light, the last Eurovision win for the UK in 1997, make up the remainder of the top five, in a study of 2,000 adults. Others to feature in the top UK Eurovision songs include Lulu with Boom Bang-a-Bang from 1969, and Sonia's Better the Devil You Know, which finished an agonising second place in 1993. Cheryl Baker, who won Eurovision as part of Bucks Fizz's hit in 1981, said: 'That's fantastic! It's amazing it was 44 years ago that we won. 'Katrina was a lot more recent, my favourite was Sandie Shaw with Puppet on a String, and I was so excited when I got to meet her. Advertisement eurovision SOUR NOTE Former UK Eurovision star SLAMS song contest in savage swipe 'Brotherhood of Man were the biggest selling of the Eurovision entries – I think they sold six million records! But it's an absolute honour and a privilege that people think of our entry as the best of British. 'There's been so many great songs which have come from the UK over the years, and it makes me so proud that people think of Bucks Fizz when they think of Eurovision.' Speaking at the WhichBingo Awards, she also lifted the lid on how the UK's entry, Remember Monday, would perform – and which nation she thinks will win Eurovision this year. Cheryl said: 'Who knows – with Eurovision, I've never picked a winning song yet. I think the girls are fantastic, and the song is really good. Advertisement 'I know the bookies are only giving it a one per cent chance – but you never know. 'I love what the girls wear, it's almost theatrical, and historical in a way – it could be something from Bridgerton. Eurovision fans spot huge technical blunders in UK entry Remember Monday's performance ahead of final 'But they're up against Sweden and they put everything in – it's not just the song and the singing, it's all in the production. 'I think they could possibly nick it, which would make them the most successful Eurovision country ever, and they'd love to take that crown – but we'll give them a good run for their money. Advertisement 'It all depends on if the song's good enough – When Sam did it, his song and performance were great, and had it not been for Russia invading Ukraine, we could have won that year.' TOP 10 BRIT EUROVISION ENTRIES 1. Bucks Fizz – 'Making Your Mind Up' 2. Sam Ryder – 'Space Man' 3. Brotherhood of Man – 'Save Your Kisses for Me' 4. Cliff Richard – 'Congratulations' 5. Katrina and the Waves – 'Love Shine a Light' 6. Lulu – 'Boom Bang-a-Bang' 7. Sonia – 'Better the Devil You Know' 8. Olivia Newton-John – 'Long Live Love' 9. Bonnie Tyler – 'Believe in Me' 10. Cliff Richard – 'Power to All Our Friends' 'I'd like to think Making Your Mind Up will still be popular in another 44 years – the bit they always show on the telly is when the skirts come off, as simple as that was – it made that performance and that moment is what stuck in people's memories.' The research found the most important elements to a Eurovision-winning entry includes a catchy, memorable chorus (38 per cent), a strong hook melody you can't forget (34 per cent) and an emotional or powerful vocal performance (24 per cent). Other vital ingredients include a charismatic performer you can root for (20 per cent) and a sense of fun and chaos (19 per cent). It also emerged the UK is a Eurovision-loving nation, as 38 per cent either watch it every year or most years. Advertisement And there's confidence among fans that the UK could end its 28-year wait for a Eurovision win, with 15 per cent believing Remember Monday could win. Almost a third (32 per cent) want Ed Sheeran to compete for the UK at Eurovision – ahead of Adele (29 per cent) and Harry Styles (20 per cent). WhichBingo spokesperson, Charlie Shakespeare, added: 'We're backing Remember Monday to go all the way, but how cool would it be if Ed Sheeran stepped out for Britain one year? 'As our research shows, there's a few different factors which go into a knockout Eurovision performance. If they can stick close to them, there's no reason Britain can't go all the way.' Advertisement 'It's been great hosting so many stars at our awards ceremony this week. There's been a real buzz about the place with everyone chatting and having so much fun together.' 6 Lulu won Eurovision in 1969 with the song Boom Bang-a-Bang Credit: Getty
