Special: Who are the potential artists to compete in Eurovision 2026 in Austria? Who are the artists we would like to see in the next competition? Albania, Armenia and Australia.

The Eurovision 2026 season is approaching, and with it the main question: which artists will we see representing their country in the competition? In our series of articles, we will introduce you to several well-known artists from each country, whom we believe are worthy of representing their country and whom we would like to see on the Eurovision stage in Austria.

Each article will focus on four different countries and several artists from each country, so through these articles you can get to know many new artists, and perhaps we will even see some of them in future competitions! So who are the artists that could bring the best result for Albania, Armenia and Australia?

Accurate Predictions for Eurovision 2025

Ahead of the Eurovision 2025 season, the article series addressed approximately 50% of the participating countries. Among these, it successfully predicted four artists who went on to represent their countries at Eurovision 2025 in Basel: Tommy Cash, the Estonian representative featured in the second part; Theo Evan from Cyprus, highlighted in the third part; the Icelandic duo VAEB and the Italian Sanremo Festival winner Olly, who ultimately declined Eurovision participation, both presented in the fourth part; and Marko Bosnjak, Croatia’s representative, featured in the fifth part.

In addition, the series forecasted six artists who tried to represent their countries at Eurovision but did not succeed. Among them were the Greek singer Evangelia, who finished second in the Greek national selection, and the Slovenian singer July Jones, who also participated in the Slovenian selection and placed second.

Who should represent Albania?

Elvana Gjata: A known superstar

Elvana Gjata, 38 years old born in Tirana, Albania, is considered the “diva of Albanian music,” with a primary style of pop influenced by Balkan and electronic elements. She participated in the Albanian “Festivali i Këngës” twice, aiming to represent Albania at Eurovision: in 2020 with the song “Me tana” and in 2025 with “Karnaval,” finishing second both times. Gjata has collaborated with prominent Balkan artists, including Capital T, and international producers such as David Guetta. Her breakthrough came with her debut single “Të Kam Xhan” in 2005 and the 2007 album “Mamës,” which established her as one of the country’s most successful singers. She deserves to represent Albania at Eurovision due to her charisma, musical versatility, and significant influence on Albanian popular culture.

Vserlo: A Fresh Voice for Albania

Vserlo is a young Albanian musician based in Tirana. He began singing at an early age and also performed in theater, where he first sang his third song, “Soul In Rain,” live. In 2024, he participated in the Kënga Magjike festival with the song “AMIN.” Vserlo is known for his unique and dynamic style, while maintaining roots in pop, R&B, and ballads. Thanks to his fresh and distinctive approach, he could bring a new color to the Eurovision stage!

Sending an artist like him, with a unique style, could give Albania a significant advantage and refresh its image in the competition. In recent years, artists who bring original niches and modern sounds have stood out, allowing smaller countries to reach new audiences. Vserlo’s dynamic style may attract international attention and bridge Albanian musical tradition with global trends. Such a choice would highlight Albania’s openness to innovation and inspire other young artists in the country to break through and experiment with diverse genres.

Tayna: Charisma and Stage Presence

Tayna is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from Albania, born on December 14, 1996, in Prizren, Kosovo, now 28 years old. Her main style is modern hip-hop and rap, with touches of pop and R&B. Tayna has not yet attempted to represent Albania or any other country at Eurovision, nor has she participated in the national selection, but she has collaborated with well-known artists in the Balkan scene. Her major breakthrough came in 2018 with the single “Columbiana,” which became a huge hit on YouTube and streaming platforms. Tayna brings a combination of charisma, unique style, and impressive stage presence—exactly what is needed to conquer the Eurovision stage and represent Albania with pride.

 

Who should represent Armenia?

BBNO$: worldwide famous rapper

BBNO$, or Alexander Leon Gumuchian, is a Canadian rapper, singer, and songwriter born in Vancouver on June 30, 1995, aged 30, to an Armenian father and a Danish-Swiss mother. His music blends hip-hop, rap, and alternative pop, and he is known for his lighthearted and humorous approach. His breakthrough came with the viral hit “Lalala” in 2019, which amassed hundreds of millions of streams. He has collaborated with several well-known Eurovision artists, such as the Ukrainian Eurovision 2022 winners Kalush Orchestra, releasing the song “Ushme Uturbe” together, Sweden’s 2024 representatives Marcus & Martinus, and Russia’s 2020 (cancelled) act Little Big. Following the recent Eurovision trend of humorous artists like Estonia’s Tommy Cash (2025) and Finland’s Käärijä (2023) achieving great success, BBNO$ could secure a high result for Armenia and conquer Europe, despite being Canadian by origin.

Maléna: Proven International Success

Maléna, born as Arpine Martoyan on January 10, 2007, in Yerevan, Armenia, is a young singer associated mainly with modern and electronic pop. Her breakthrough came when she won Junior Eurovision 2021 with the song “Qami Qami,” which became an international hit. Maléna began her musical journey at a young age and studied cello, adding depth and uniqueness to her style. She dreams of representing Armenia at the adult Eurovision—and she deserves it, as she has a unique voice, stage charisma, and proven experience in international competitions.

Masha Mnjoyan: Powerful Vocals and Presence

Masha Mnjoyan, born in Gyumri, Armenia, on February 7, 1995, is a singer with a powerful voice and a style that blends contemporary pop with jazz and blues influences. She rose to fame by winning the Armenian edition of “The Voice” in 2013 and later participated in the Australian version in 2020, reaching the semifinals. Masha has collaborated with prominent artists and released successful songs like “Hayastan.” She deserves to take the Eurovision stage thanks to her impressive vocal abilities and captivating stage presence, which promise an outstanding performance.

 

Who should represent Australia?

Jude York: Emotional talent

Jude York is a young Australian singer-songwriter born in Queensland in 1999, now 26 years old. His main style is gentle indie-nostalgic pop, influenced by pop ballads and subtle electronic music. He is known for writing touching songs about important topics such as unrequited love, appreciation and respect for family, and longing for lost experiences. In 2022, he attempted to represent Australia at Eurovision via “Australia Decides” with the song “I Won’t Need to Dream,” finishing eighth in the final. He has yet to collaborate with Eurovision participants but gained recognition for his songwriting and unique voice, with a significant breakthrough coming from his cover of “slipping through my fingers,” dedicated to his mother, who often joins him on stage and is a major part of his career. Jude York is my personal favorite singer, and objectively, he deserves to represent Australia at Eurovision for the sensitivity and sincerity he brings through his music, his excellent vocal ability, and the certainty that once he steps on stage, he will win the audience’s hearts without a doubt.

Peach PRC: Colorful Pop Sensation

Peach PRC, born Sharlee Jade Curnow in Adelaide in 1997, is a 27-year-old Australian singer-songwriter. Her main style is colorful pop with hyperpop and electro-pop influences, known for catchy songs with honest and touching lyrics. So far, Peach PRC has not tried to represent Australia or any other country at Eurovision, but her big breakthrough came with the single “Josh,” which went viral on social media. With unique charisma, a standout voice, and a style that easily connects with young and international audiences, she deserves to take the Eurovision stage and bring her color and uniqueness to the contest.

Jett Blyton: Modern Sound and Young Style

Jett Blyton is an 18-year-old Australian pop artist and songwriter who brings a modern sound with indie influences and personal lyrics. He has built an audience through digital platforms, especially Spotify, with songs influenced by current trends in international music. He has not yet participated in a national Eurovision selection nor collaborated with notable Eurovision participants, but his uniqueness and honesty make him a natural candidate to represent Australia on the world’s biggest stage. He deserves to take the Eurovision stage because he combines emotion, relevance, and personal style—exactly what the contest seeks in new artists.

If you’ve made it this far, feel free to continue following our series of articles that will be published every week on our website. This is a great opportunity to discover new types of music and artists from all over Europe, and perhaps we will see one of these artists on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Austria! In the next article, we will cover the countries: Austria, Azerbaijan and Belgium.

Eurovision 2025: The 69th Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Basel, Switzerland, on May 13, 15, and 17, 2025. The St. Jakobshalle arena, which will host the competition, is expected to accommodate about 12,000 spectators for each show. The contest will take place in Switzerland following the country’s third historical win with the song “The Code”, performed by singer Nemo. This will be the third time the competition has been hosted in Switzerland, after the contest was held there in 1956 and 1989..