Armenia’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Simon, held his first rehearsal in Vienna with the song “Paloma Rumba.” Stay tuned for all updates from Austria.

The phrase “breaking the mold” took on a whole new meaning today on the Eurovision stage in Vienna, as the Armenian singer Simon turned his first rehearsal for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, into a display of primal and uninhibited liberation. The audience in the arena was left speechless by the explosive energy of the artist who decided to turn song number 6 in the second semi-final into a particularly loud declaration of independence. This is not just a musical performance, but a spectacle of well-orchestrated anarchy that leaves viewers with a high pulse and a strong desire to join the celebration.

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Armenia’s First Rehearsal: more details

At the beginning of the performance of “Paloma Rumba” (in English: “Dove Rumba”), Simon is situated within a seemingly buttoned-up office environment, but it quickly becomes clear that this is a literal battleground against convention. With 16 paper boxes stacked high only to be smashed and scattered everywhere, the Armenian artist performs backflips and hangs upside down, supported by his “coworkers” in the midst of the madness.

The Thrilling Reveal: When the Office Uniform is Torn Apart

The climax of the show arrives in a moment of unusual visual daring, when Simon decides to shed his “exaggerated” work clothes in favor of a bold reveal. The fabric remaining on his body barely manages to hide his excitement for the occasion, as he takes the camera into his own hands and brings the viewers at home into the beating heart of his revolution. His hyperactive energy does not fade for a moment, and he ensures that every beat in the music is expressed through sharp and provocative movement.

Towards the end of the performance, after destroying the office set and proving impressive acrobatic skills, Simon stands in a victory pose above his colleagues who have become a human pedestal for him. This is a perfect visual closing for a song that deals with leaving a depressing job in favor of a life full of meaning and passion. The atmosphere in the hall at the end of the rehearsal was electric, leaving everyone with the feeling that the Armenian entry has brought something completely different to Vienna than anything else seen so far among the participants of the 2026 contest.