Month: April 2026

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fokas Evangelinos reveals Eurovision staging secrets for Akylas and Parthena Chorozidou as ERT launches an official 8-bit game. Just before the Greek delegation packs their bags and departs for Vienna on May 1st, the Greek national broadcaster (ERT) is ramping up preparations. From staging secrets shared by a legendary director to the launch of an official video game, here is everything you need to know about the preparations for Akylas and the entry "Ferto" (in English: "Bring It") for Eurovision 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Mask Comes Off: Staging Secrets Revealed The veteran artistic director Fokas Evangelinos recently appeared on a local television program to shed light on what we can expect on stage in Vienna. A major focus of the interview was the role of the well-known actress Parthena Chorozidou, who will accompany the singer on stage. Evangelinos confirmed that a unique and distinct prop will be utilized, though he declined to provide specifics. However, he shared dramatic...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Akylas interrupts Finnish outlet Iltalehti interview after Israel question, raising Eurovision 2026 Code of Conduct concerns. Akylas, Greece’s representative for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna and currently ranked fifth in the betting odds to win the contest, has found himself at the center of controversy after abruptly halting an interview with one of Finland’s largest newspapers - following a question about Israel that could potentially breach the European Broadcasting Union’s Code of Conduct. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Finnish “Trap” Akylas, representing Greece, was interviewed by the Finnish newspaper "Iltalehti", one of the country’s most prominent outlets, by journalist Mari Pudas. The interview began on a warm note, with Finnish media praising the Greek artist and his song. Finland is also showing strong interest in Eurovision this year, as both Finland and Greece are considered leading contenders for victory. The tone shifted when Pudas raised a question regarding Israel’s participation. According to the Finnish account, a representative from Akylas’ team -...