February 2026 - Page 12 of 15

Melodifestivalen 2026: Felicia Is Inches Away From a Historic Record

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Not all songs from Sweden's "Melodifestivalen 2026" have been revealed, yet beloved singer Felicia is already close to breaking KAJ's remarkable record from last year. Screenshot: SVT Europe’s largest and most beloved Eurovision national selection, Melodifestivalen 2026, is now in full swing. Two heats are already behind us, and three more remain to be held every Saturday from February 14th to February 28th. More than half of the competing songs are yet to be unveiled, but a clear favorite for victory has already emerged - after reports surfaced that one performer almost broke a particularly impressive record. What’s the record? All the details below. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Last Saturday saw the second heat of Sweden’s "Melodifestivalen". The first artist to qualify directly for the final round was Felicia, who performed the song “My System”. The Melodifestivalen stage is no stranger to Felicia, who previously participated in 2024 under the pseudonym Fröken Snusk with the song “Unga & Fria”. While she did not manage...

Denmark: “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Running Order Revealed

February 10, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Danish national broadcaster DR, has announced the running order of the songs that will compete in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026", which will take place on February 14th. The winner will represent Denmark at the contest in Vienna, Austria. The Danish national broadcaster DR revealed last night (Monday) the official running order for the eight songs competing in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026". The show will take place this coming Saturday, February 14th, 2026, at 20:00 CET. The winner of the national final will represent Denmark at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The winner will be selected through a combination of public votes (50%) and a jury vote consisting of both Danish and international judges (50%). Who will win the "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" and go on to represent Denmark? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026": Running Order Sander Sanchez - "Two Spirits" Late Runner - "Can U Feel It?" Søren Torpegaard Lund - "Før vi...

Greece: Change in the National Final’s Voting Format

February 9, 2026 by Ido Naman Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to Greek media reports, a major change in the audience voting format for the upcoming Greek national selection will allow global viewers to influence the results. In the past hour, social media has been flooded with reports from Greece suggesting an upcoming change in the audience voting format for “Sing for Greece 2026”. The competition will feature two semi-finals on February 11th and 13th, leading to the grand final on February 15th, where Greece’s entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria will be chosen. According to a report by the Greek Eurovision website EurovisionFun, starting this year, audience voting will be open to viewers worldwide, not just from Greece. International viewers will be able to cast their votes online for €0.68, while those with a Greek phone number can vote via SMS for the same price. In both cases, a maximum of ten votes per user will be allowed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During both semi-finals...

Finland: “UMK 2026” Running Order Revealed

February 9, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has announced the running order for “UMK 2026”, taking place on February 28th, where Finland will select its entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The Finnish national broadcaster YLE announced today (Monday) via social media the official running order of the seven songs competing in “UMK 2026”. The show will take place on Saturday, February 28th, at Nokia Arena in the city of Tampere, southern Finland, starting at 20:00 CET. The running order was determined through a random draw conducted among the UMK contestants. The winner of the national final will represent Finland at Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The UMK winner will be selected through a combination of public voting (75%) and a professional jury vote (25%). Who will win UMK 2026 and take the honor of representing Finland in Vienna? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); UMK 2026: Running Order Komiat – “Lululai” Etta – “Million Dollar...

Pro-Palestinian Groups Threaten to Disrupt “Sing for Greece 2026”

February 8, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As Greece prepares for "Sing for Greece 2026", pro-Palestinian groups threaten mass protests, urging the national broadcaster ERT to push for Israel’s exclusion from the contest. Greece is gearing up to choose its entry for Eurovision 2026 through a festive television series titled “Sing for Greece”, culminating in the grand final on February 15th. Yet, the celebration appears to be overshadowed by growing political tensions. According to local Greek media, several pro-Palestinian organizations and radical left-wing movements have announced plans to gather outside Athens’ Festival Hall on the night of the final to stage demonstrations and disrupt the event. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Growing Calls to Ban Israel from Eurovision This organization wave follows reports that the Greek branch of the BDS movement - known for promoting economic and cultural boycotts against Israel, sent a dramatic letter condemning Israel, the EBU, and the Greek national broadcaster ERT. The letter urged the 28 participating...

Cyprus: Antigoni to Perform “JALLA” at Eurovision 2026

February 8, 2026February 14, 2026 by Ido Naman Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Cypriot national broadcaster CyBC has unveiled “JALLA” — Antigoni’s song with which she will represent Cyprus at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. A few minutes ago, the Cypriot national broadcaster, CyBC, revealed during the evening broadcast on channel RIK1 the song “JALLA,” which will be performed by Antigoni to represent Cyprus at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna. Cyprus will compete in the second half of the second semi-final, scheduled for May 14. The song is available on all platforms. As already known, Antigoni will perform the song live as a guest act during the second semi-final of "Sing For Greece 2026", scheduled for February 13. During this event, Greece’s own Eurovision representative will be chosen. We are already eager to see what Antigoni will bring to the stage in the coming days — and whether her live performance will offer a hint of what awaits us in Vienna this May! Cyprus is the seventh country to reveal...

KAN 11 to Impose Sanctions After Attempts to Leak Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Song

February 8, 2026 by Ilay GaistNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Behind-the-scenes drama at Eurovision 2026: the Israeli national broadcaster KAN 11, acts against the attempted leak of Noam Bettan’s song, threatening harsh measures and warning that early exposure could jeopardize Israel’s participation. The Israeli national broadcaster, KAN 11, has sent an urgent warning letter to media outlets following suspicions of an attempt to sell a leaked recording — allegedly Israel’s song for Eurovision 2026, as reported by Noam Cohen on N12. The broadcaster warns against publishing any part of Noam Bettan’s song, stressing that doing so could result in severe harm and potential sanctions. KAN 11: “Avoid Publication – Or We’ll Take Actions” In a letter sent in recent hours to the country’s media organizations, KAN 11 cautioned against any unauthorized publication of Israel’s selected entry for Eurovision 2026. The letter stated: “The song itself, or any part of it, has not been published or released to date. The exclusive right of first publication belongs solely to the broadcaster. Any unauthorized distribution...

Lithuania: Third “Eurovizija.LT 2026” Heat Results

February 7, 2026February 8, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The third heat of “Eurovizija.LT 2026” has concluded: two acts advanced directly to the Grand Final, with a third artist earning a spot in the online “Wildcard” round. The third heat of “Eurovizija.LT” kicked off today. Eight artists competed for two spots in the Grand Final, with a third act earning a chance to join the online “Wild Card” round later in the season. The results were determined by a combined vote of the public (50%) and the jury (50%). The heat was recorded at the LRT studios in Vilnius and hosted by Gabriele Martirosian, Rimvydas Černiauskas and Eglė Kernagytė. The heats will take place weekly, every Saturday, until the final. Lithuania’s act and song for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen in the Grand Final, scheduled for Friday, February 27th, at the “Twinsbet Arena” in Vilnius,Lithuania. The qualifiers for the Grand Final are Black Biceps and Paulė. The act advancing to the "Wildcard" round is Aurimas Papečkys-Aury. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Third Heat...

Latvia: Second “Supernova 2026” Semi-Final Results

February 7, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Five more songs have advanced to the final of “Supernova 2026”, which will take place on February 14th. The second semi final of "Supernova 2026" took place tonight and 12 more artists compete for five spots in the final. The second semi-final was held at the Riga Film Studio in Latvia’s capital, Riga, and was hosted by Ketija Šēnberga, Lauris Reiniks, and Māra Sleja. At the end of the evening, five songs qualified for the final, joining the five selected in the first semi-final. Another spot is reserved for the decision of the Latvian national broadcaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Second Semi-Final Qualifiers: Atvara - "Ena" Krisy - "Take It" Legzdina - "Ribbon" Miks Galvanovskis - "Cruel Angel" Robert Ox - "Ravin' At the Taj Mahal" First Semi-Final Qualifiers: Tikasha Sakama – “#010126 Coda“ Elpo – “Blakus“ Emilija – “All We Ever Had“ Kautkaili – “Te Un Tagad“ De Mantra – “Let Them“ Click on the song title to listen! Among the finalists...

Ukraine: LELÉKA Will Sing “Ridnym” at Eurovision 2026

February 7, 2026February 14, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ukraine at Eurovision 2026: LELÉKA will perform “Ridnym” in the second semi-final on May 14 in Vienna, Austria. Listen to the song. The Ukrainian-German folk-jazz band secured maximum points from both the audience and the jury, defeating renowned and seasoned competitors, including Jerry Heil, Monokate, and LAUD. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Full Results Place Song Name Jury Points Public Points Total 1 LELÉKA – Ridnym 10 10 20 2 LAUD – Lightkeeper 9 9 18 3 Jerry Heil – Catharticus 8 8 16 4 Mr. Vel – Do or Done 7 6 13 5 KHAYAT – Hertzi 5 7 12 6 Monokate – Tut 6 3 9 7 Valeriya Force – Open Our Hearts 4 2 6 8 MOLODI – The Legends 2 4 6 9 The Elliens – Crawling Whispers 1 5 6 10 ShchukaRyba – Moya Zeml 3 1 4 Who Are LELÉKA? LELÉKA is a Ukrainian-German folk-jazz ensemble led by soloist Viktoria Leléka. The group was founded in Berlin, Germany, in 2016, and comprises German and Ukrainian musicians alongside the vocalist. The band has released three studio albums and two EPs, winning prestigious awards, including the Creole Global Music Contest in 2017 and the Best Young European Band award at the Burghausen Jazz Festival in 2018. In...