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Sweden: This Is The Surprising Band Expected to Compete in Melodifestivalen 2026

October 26, 2025October 27, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swedish media continues to report on more artists expected to take part in the Melodifestivalen 2026. This time, reports mention a surprising pop band with a connection to ABBA, expected to join the competition as well. Melodifestivalen 2026, Sweden’s national Eurovision selection, has already sparked European media attention as Swedish outlets report on likely performers. Who will take the Melodifestivalen stage and deliver this year’s hits? After previous years’ big names such as Robin Bengtsson, Fröken Snusk, and Smash Into Pieces - who are set to return - the media is now naming two more possible participants. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A-Teens The A-Teens, consisting of Sara Lumholdt, Amit Paul, Marie Serneholt, and Dhani Lennevald, all aged between 41 and 42, are a successful Swedish pop group that broke through in 1999 as a young tribute band to ABBA. They quickly became internationally known and released their final album of hits in 2004. After four albums, the band disbanded, but last year reunited to celebrate their 25th anniversary. The then-Melodifestivalen producer Christer Björkman had...

Melody On Eurovision 2025: Contest Is “Political”

October 25, 2025October 29, 2025 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Spain’s Eurovision 2025 singer Melody breaks her silence, calling the contest political and sparking debate about RTVE’s actions and its role in the event’s controversy. Five months have passed since the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final, and it seems Spain’s representative, Melody, is finally ready to say what she really thinks. In a new interview for the radio program “Dial Tal Cual,” the singer confirmed what many had long suspected: “Eurovision is not really a music festival.” When the host, Rafa Cano, asked, “Is it political?” Melody responded firmly: “Yes.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Cadena Dial Oficial‎‏ (@‏‎cadena_dial‎‏)‎‏ This statement stands in stark contrast to her tone during the stormy press conference she held on May 26. Back then, Melody firmly refused to address political issues—especially those surrounding Israel’s participation. “I’m not allowed to talk about politics; it’s in my contract,” she insisted, adding only a general statement about “love and peace in the world.” Interpretation: The Artist Caught Between Art and Politics So, what has changed?...

San Marino: Submission Window Opens for “San Marino Song Contest 2026”

October 25, 2025October 25, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino has opened the submission window for its preselection's open track. Could you, too, submit a song to Eurovision through San Marino? The San Marino national broadcaster, SMRTV, announced that preparations for the Eurovision preselection "San Marino Song Contest" are well underway. The final of the preselection will take place on March 7, with semifinals scheduled for March 3-4. One of the ways to submit songs to the preselection is via the "Dreaming San Marino Song Contest" - an open track for the general public. The submission window for this track opened yesterday (Friday). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Submit Songs from Anywhere in the World "Media Evolution" company opened the registration window for the "Dreaming San Marino Song Contest," which will select ten artists to advance to the grand final of the Eurovision preselection (out of a total of 20 finalists). Creators and artists wishing to submit a song can register until January 20, 2026, through the registration...

Pierre Garnier May Represent France at Eurovision 2026

October 24, 2025 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); French media reports suggest that acclaimed pop artist Pierre Garnier is the leading candidate to represent France at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Could France once again choose an established pop star? France has not yet officially selected its representative for Eurovision 2026, but new rumors are spreading across the country.According to French journalist Fabien Lecoeuvre, who spoke on the TV show “Tout beau, tout neuf”, "Star Academy" winner Pierre Garnier is among the leading candidates to carry France’s flag at the upcoming contest, which will take place in May in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Garnier, who became a household name after winning the musical reality show, has achieved massive success with his hit single “Ceux qu’on était” (in English: "Who We Were"), which became France’s “Song of the Year” and garnered millions of streams. According to Lecoeuvre, Garnier is currently at the top of the shortlist being considered by the national broadcaster France Télévisions for...

Josephine and Giorgos Perris: Cyprus’ Eurovision 2026 Finalists in Vienna

October 24, 2025 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Cyprus has reached the final stage of Eurovision 2026 selection. Two artists remain - Josephine and Giorgos Perris - one offering modern pop, the other a classical style. Discover the finalists. Cyprus has already confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2026 and announced that its representative would be chosen by a professional committee. Last week, the Cypriot national broadcaster CyBC unveiled the names of eight possible candidates. Shortly afterward, the Greek website Eurovisionfun reported that only two singers remained on the shortlist. Journalist Aris Kavatzidis, speaking on the Greek morning show “Bungiorno”, has now disclosed their identities. So, who are the two artists that might represent Cyprus in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Final Two Candidates Revealed According to Kavatzidis, the two finalists vying to represent Cyprus at Eurovision are Josephine and Giorgos Perris—confirming an earlier report by Eurovisionfun that only two artists remain in contention. The proposals submitted by record labels reportedly do not include finalized songs but rather detailed production concepts—teams of composers, directors, and choreographers who would...

Luxembourg: 83 Songs Submitted for “Luxembourg Song Contest 2026”

October 24, 2025October 24, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Luxembourgish national broadcaster RTL confirmed that 83 songs were submitted for the “Luxembourg Song Contest 2026”, which will determine Luxembourg’s representative at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The national broadcaster RTL has confirmed today (Friday), that 83 songs, representing 58 artists, were submitted for “Luxembourg Song Contest 2026”. Last year, around 60 artists applied, marking a decline of two participants compared to the previous year - continuing a downward trend seen since 2024. Out of thr 83 songs, the list of official contestants who will compete for the ticket to Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria, will be revealed next Thursday, October 30th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Should We Know About the Luxembourg Song Contest? The Luxembourgish national broadcaster RTL confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2026 on June 10th, 2025, and only two days ago (Wednesday) announced that it would not support Israel’s disqualification from the upcoming contest. Registration for the national selection opened on July 4th and...

San Marino: The Entry’s Choice for Eurovision 2026 Postponed to March 7th

October 24, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino’s national broadcaster, SMRTV announced details for "San Marino Song Contest". The final, originally set for March 1st, will now take place on March 7th. San Marino's national broadcaster, SMRTV, has announced that preparations for the “San Marino Song Contest” are in advanced stages. Earlier this month, it was reported that the national final would take place on March 1st, but the broadcaster has now moved the date to March 7th. The semi-finals will be held on March 3rd and 4th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino Revives Its Successful Format Following the great success of last year’s new format for the “San Marino Song Contest”, the structure will be retained for 2026. The competition will again consist of two semi-finals and a grand final. San Marino, notably, reached the Eurovision Grand Final for the first time since 2021. The “San Marino Song Contest” will be led by Roberto Sergio, the broadcaster’s CEO. The highlight of the selection...

Austria Reinforces Its Support for Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2026

October 24, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Amid a ceasefire and threats of boycotts, Ronald Weissman, CEO of ORF, reiterates its support for Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, in Vienna, Austria. The CEO of Austria’s national broadcaster, Ronald Weissmann, stated in an interview that “this is a time for diplomacy – both behind the scenes and in the open”. Weissmann, who in recent months emphasized Austria’s national broadcaster ORF support for Israel’s participation in the contest, addressed the threats of withdrawal by several countries should Israel be included: “I expect many nations to take part in the year Eurovision celebrates its 70th anniversary”. He added: “The financial risk is highly manageable. If one or two countries decide not to participate, it’s entirely something we can deal with”. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Weissmann’s statements confirm that ORF is likely to maintain its support for Israel despite any potential boycott calls within Eurovision. This position is particularly significant ahead of the upcoming EBU General Assembly in early...

Chanel: “I Don’t Support Israel’s Participation in Eurovision”

October 24, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hypocrisy hits new notes: Chanel, who performed in Israel alongside Noa Kirel two years ago, breaks her silence with harsh remarks about Israel’s Eurovision 2025 participation — sparking outrage online. The Spanish singer Chanel, who represented Spain at Eurovision 2022 and secured third place, surprised many when asked about Israel’s participation in the contest — admitting she does not support it. The moment occurred during an interview in which the reporter directly questioned Israel’s involvement in Eurovision. Her answer instantly went viral, reigniting the debate about the intersection between pop culture and political tensions on the international stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Was Said and Who Asked? During a press event, Chanel was approached by a Spanish journalist from "No Somos Nadie", a media outlet known for provocative questions designed to spark headlines and controversy. She stopped for a few questions about her career but appeared uneasy, expressing hesitation toward some of them. Inevitably, she was asked what she thought...

Greece Prepares for Eurovision 2026: How Many Songs Have Been Submitted So Far?

October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greece is deep in preparations for Eurovision 2026, with dozens of entries submitted to "Ethnikos Telikos". Find out how many songs are in — and what it means? Has the pace of song submissions to "Ethnikos Telikos" slowed down? So far, around 70 songs have been submitted to the Greek national broadcaster ERT, with the final deadline for submission set for November 2nd, 2025, at 22:59 CET. While many more entries are expected in the remaining days, it seems unlikely that the total will exceed last year’s 187 submissions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Meaning Behind the Song Submissions Submitting songs is a crucial phase in the process of selecting both the Greek representative and the song for Eurovision. While in Israel the representative is chosen through "HaKokhav HaBa LaEurovision", and the chosen artist later receives a separate song, the Greek method takes a different approach. In Greece, the songs themselves compete for a...