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Romania’s Second Rehearsal: Alexandra Căpitănescu Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 8, 2026 by Ido Naman Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alexandra Căpitănescu delivers a fierce vocal and striking staging for Romania’s Eurovision 2026 second rehearsal in Vienna. Photo: Vanda Bienville / EBU The Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna was set ablaze today as Romania’s Alexandra Căpitănescu proved that rehearsals are about far more than testing camera angles. With rare confidence and a performance that already feels ready for the live broadcast, Romania made it clear that it arrived at Eurovision 2026 to fight for the crown. Audiences in Vienna are expected to witness a visual and vocal powerhouse that leaves no doubts about the delegation’s professional level. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Romania's Secomd Rehearsal: More Details A Mysterious Figure and Electricity in the Air The short rehearsal clip released from the Romanian performance captures part of the song’s chorus, where the singer appears to battle two guitarists on stage using glowing tubes attached to the musicians’ guitars. It is impossible to miss Alexandra’s outstanding vocal delivery, which helps translate the song’s...

Eurovision 2026: Daniel Žižka Delivers Masterful Second Rehearsal for Czechia

May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Daniel Žižka delivered a visually stunning second rehearsal for Czechia at Eurovision 2026, featuring an infinity mirror illusion for his song "Crossroads". Daniel Žižka provided one of the most impressive rehearsals seen so far in Vienna. The second rehearsal presented a new level of perfection, from the clean vocal performance to the spectacular and meticulous visual effects. Czechia showcased an impressive package today that marks it as one of the most stable and polished contenders in this year's competition, which features 35 participating nations. Is Czechia on its way to surprising everyone and reaching its highest placement to date in the coveted contest? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎ The short video released from Czechia's second rehearsal for Eurovision 2026 opened with an extraordinary visual display of the song "Crossroads". Four giant mirrors created an optical illusion of an infinite number of Daniels on the main stage. This was a mesmerizing sight thanks to the ingenious use of lighting and...

Lelek Member Judita Štorga Loses Voice Ahead of Eurovision 2026

May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Judita Štorga of the Croatian group LELEK faces laryngitis before Eurovision 2026. Fans and Marko Bošnjak offer support for her recovery. Days before the Croatian entry, LELEK, is set to take the stage at at the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria, a health scare has emerged. Performing third in the first semi-final, band member Judita Štorga announced via TikTok that she is currently battling medical issues, specifically a bout of laryngitis that has left her without a voice. In the uploaded video, she is seen lip-syncing to the lyrics of the song "Andromeda" while holding various boxes of medication in both hands. The caption of the video reads: “POV: Eurovision is in a week and I have no voice.” @juditastorga POV: Eurovision Song Contest is in 7 days… and I have no voice Hvala svima na predivnim porukama podrške i ljubavi već sam sad puno bolje 🤍 #eurovision2026 #eurovision #lelek #croatia ♬ Andromeda - LELEK (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Warm...

Bonnie Tyler: British Eurovision Star in Medically Induced Coma

May 8, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2013 singer Bonnie Tyler is in a medically induced coma following emergency surgery in Portugal. Her representatives have requested privacy during this time. It was announced with great sadness today that Welsh music icon Bonnie Tyler, who represented the United Kingdom in Eurovision 2013 with the song "Believe In Me", has been placed in a medically induced coma following emergency bowel surgery in Portugal. The singer's representatives confirmed that doctors took this step to assist in her recovery process. Tyler, 74, best known for her global hit "Total Eclipse Of The Heart", was initially reported to be recovering well after the medical procedure performed earlier this week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Medical Status Update A spokesperson for Tyler confirmed the development on Friday, May 8th, stating that doctors decided on the induced coma to ease the strain on her body following the complex surgery. In an official statement, her team noted: “We know you all wish her a...

Vienna Boosts Security for Eurovision 2026 Amid Protests and High Attendance

May 8, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Austrian national broadcaster ORF and Vienna police implement strict bag bans and airport-style security at Wiener Stadthalle for Eurovision 2026. The opening event of the Eurovision Song Contest is just two days away, and Vienna is visibly transforming into a festive hub. Starting Sunday, May 10th, the Wiener Stadthalle, which will host the upcoming competition, and the Eurovision Village located at Rathausplatz, will open to the general public. Along with these openings, increased security and strict regulations have been implemented to ensure the event remains safe without compromising the celebratory atmosphere. All visitors wishing to enter the venues are required to pass through security checkpoints and undergo rigorous screening, similar to airport security protocols, prior to entry. This process will include bag inspections and additional monitoring conducted via mobile scanners. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Strict Bag Policies and Prohibited Items As part of the security preparations for the Eurovision events, strict procedures have been defined regarding the entry...

Eurovision 2026 Day 7: Second Semi-Final’s Second Rehearsals Begin

May 8, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ten second-semi-finalists of Eurovision 2026 begin their second rehearsals today in Vienna, as their first video footage is released. The seventh day of rehearsals for Eurovision 2026 kicks off on the magnificent stage in Vienna, Austria. After all artists completed their first round of rehearsals, the second round continues today with ten countries from the second semi-final. Each delegation will be granted 25 critical minutes of intense work, during which the artists will polish the staging, lighting, and camera angles that will determine their fate in the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rehearsal Schedule for May 8th Today, ten countries from the second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 will take the stage for their second rehearsals: 10:30 CEST - Bulgaria: DARA- "Bangaranga" 11:05 CEST - Azerbaijan: JIVA - "Just Go" 11:40 CEST - Romania: Alexandra Căpitănescu – "Choke Me" 12:20 CEST - Luxembourg: Eva Marija - "Mother Nature" 12:55 CEST - Czechia: Daniel Žižka – "Crossroads" 13:30 CEST - Armenia:...

Austria’s First Rehearsal: Cosmo Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 7, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Austria’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Cosmo, held his first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Tanzschein." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights in the Austrian capital may have dimmed, but on the Eurovision stage in Vienna, a mysterious nocturnal world came alive and left everyone in attendance stunned. Austrian singer Cosmo, representing the host country, stepped onto the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria for the first rehearsal of the club anthem "Tanzschein", making it clear that the rules of this year’s contest are about to change. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Austria's First Rehearsal: more details As part of the contest’s new “Big 4” format, Austria has already secured an automatic place in the Grand Final. However, the performance presented by Cosmo proves that the host nation has no intention of relying solely on its guaranteed qualification. The performance opens with a hypnotic and highly unconventional visual. Cosmo is surrounded by a group of “animals” lying across the...

Germany’s First Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 7, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Sarah Engels, held her first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Fire." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights on the stage of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, went down, and it seemed as if all of Europe held its breath for the moment Germany would reveal its cards for the 70th edition of the competition. Sarah Engels, Germany's representative took to the stage for her first rehearsal; after landing in Vienna yesterday and discovering her luggage had disappeared, the singer proved within seconds why she is considered one of the biggest promises of the year. Although she holds a guaranteed spot in the Grand Final as part of the "Big 5" nations, Engels did not take her foot off the gas for a single moment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Germany's First Rehearsal: more details The performance opens in an intimate and chilling manner, with Sarah lying on top of a massive cube in...

Belgium’s Second Rehearsal: Essyla Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Belgium’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Essyla, held her second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Dancing On The Ice". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Competition in the first semi-final is heating up, and Essyla is emerging as a contestant who will be very difficult to ignore. Essyla revealed a breathtaking performance that changes everything we thought about the first semi-final. In a mesmerizing rendition of "Dancing on the Ice", she set a bold visual bar that reshuffles the deck and directly threatens her competitors. Will the frozen show set within a snowstorm be enough to secure her a ticket to the Grand Final? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Belgium's second Rehearsal: More Details The short video released from the Belgian rehearsal begins exactly at the start of the chorus: Essyla is surrounded by four dancers performing choreography to the rhythm of the song, all dressed in white clothing representing neutrality alongside the background colors. The singer is dressed like...

Serbia’s second Rehearsal: Lavina Take the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 7, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Serbia’s Eurovision 2026 representatives, Lavina, held their second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Kraj Mene." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Silence fell over the arena in Vienna as the Serbian band Lavina took the Eurovision stage for their second rehearsal, proving they didn't just come to sing, but to conquer. Performing the song "Kraj Mene" (in English: "By My Side"), the Serbian group presented a much wilder and upgraded version compared to what was seen in the national selection. Closing the lineup as song number 15 in the first semi-final - which features a total of 15 competing nations - it seems the band members plan to leave the audience in shock just before the voting opens. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Serbia's Second Rehearsal: More Details The short video published from the Serbian rehearsal begins before the final chorus of the song: the segment opens with a storm as the band's lead singer, Luka, demonstrates...