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Eurovision 2027: The Artists That Should Represent Bulgaria, Germany and San Marino

July 12, 2026July 12, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Our special article series is back, and it’s better than ever! Who should represent Bulgaria, Germany, and San Marino at Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria? Read our full list below. Preparations for Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria are underway, and the list of participating countries is taking shape. While everyone waits for official announcements, we've decided to get ahead and reveal the artists who simply must compete. We begin with the first countries to confirm: Bulgaria, Germany, and San Marino. Here is the list of artists for whom we believe the Eurovision stage is the perfect platform for them. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who Should Represent Bulgaria At Eurovision 2027? Click the song title to listen! Mihaela Marinova: Mihaela Marinova, a native of Sofia, Bulgaria, was born on May 7th, 1998, and is 28 years old. Her musical style distances itself from typical pop, leaning heavily on R&B and soul influences, and she stands out particularly for her powerful and impressive vocal range....

HaKokhav HaBa Returns: Israel Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2027

July 12, 2026July 12, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Kan and Keshet confirm Israel's participation in Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria, renewing their "HaKokhav HaBa" collaboration following Noam Bettan's success. It is now official: The Israeli national broadcaster Kan and the Keshet broadcasting network have agreed to continue their collaboration for Eurovision 2027. With this agreement, Israel officially confirms its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2027, which will be held in Bulgaria. Additionally, the agreement allows for the continuation of the popular program "HaKokhav Haba for Eurovision", through which the Israeli representative for the coveted contest will be selected. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ The Ongoing Success Of "HaKokhav HaBa" The decision to continue the collaboration for the tenth time comes on the heels of the impressive success of Noam Bettan at Eurovision 2026, where the singer achieved a respectable second place for the second consecutive year with the song "Michelle". Yuval Raphael, the Israeli representative for Eurovision 2025, also secured a highly respectable second place with the song "New...

World Cup 2026: The Eurovision Secret Behind Erling Haaland’s Chant

July 11, 2026 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The viral football chant for Erling Haaland during World Cup 2026 actually originates from West Germany's 1979 Eurovision legends, Dschinghis Khan. Photo credit: screenshot from YouTube. Erling Haaland. If you have scrolled through TikTok, Instagram Reels lately, or just watched a match of the Norwegian entry at World Cup 2026, there is no chance you missed it. The rhythmic and infectious cheer echoing from the stands: "Ha-Ha-Ha-Haaland, hey!". It is impossible to ignore, and once it gets stuck in your head, good luck trying to get it out. Today, this melody is instantly associated with the unstoppable Norwegian striker Erling Haaland - often named "The Cyborg" or "The Viking" - who shatters records and dismantles defenses with ease. But here is a plot twist that almost no one in the stands is aware of: the melody behind the most viral fan chant in the football world actually comes directly from the glitter, camp, and disco frenzy of the Eurovision...

Peppino di Capri Dies Aged 86: Eurovision and Italian Music Mourn

July 11, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Peppino di Capri, Italy's Eurovision 1991 representative and legendary singer-songwriter, has died aged 86. Heavy mourning has fallen over Italy's music scene and the Eurovision fan community. Legendary singer-songwriter Peppino di Capri, widely regarded as one of the most beloved and influential voices in Italian romantic music, has passed away at the age of 86. His death, just two weeks before what would have been his 87th birthday, leaves a profound void in Italian culture and in the hearts of millions of fans around the world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Memorable Eurovision Legacy Eurovision fans will always remember him for his historic participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 1991, held at Rome's Cinecittà Studios. Italy selected di Capri to represent the host nation with the emotional ballad "Comme è ddoce 'o mare" ("How Sweet the Sea Is"), performed entirely in the Neapolitan language. His performance was filled with warmth, emotion, and charisma, beautifully showcasing the rich musical traditions...

Two Long-Absent Nations Rule Out a Eurovision 2027 Return

July 11, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); BHRT and RTVA have officially confirmed that Bosnia & Herzegovina and Andorra will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in Bulgaria. Preparations for the Eurovision 2027 song contest are already gathering momentum, and alongside the formulation of the list of countries that will take the stage, less fortunate news for fans of the competition is also arriving. While many national broadcasters are rushing to express interest in participating in the contest, two nations that have been absent from the competition for a long time have officially confirmed that they will continue to be absent from the Eurovision stage next year as well - Bosnia & Herzegovina and Andorra. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bosnia & Herzegovina Will Be Absent from Eurovision 2027 The Bosnian national broadcaster, BHRT, has officially confirmed that Bosnia & Herzegovina will not participate in Eurovision 2027. With this decision, the Balkan country joins the list of nations that have confirmed their absence from the...

Eurovision Asia 2026: Will the Winner Compete at Eurovision 2027?

July 9, 2026July 9, 2026 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Voxovation confirms the Eurovision Asia 2026 winner will perform as an interval act at Eurovision 2027, not as a competing entry. Eurovision 2027 is still far away, but Europe's eyes are on Thailand, where the first-ever "Eurovision Asia" contest is set to take place this coming November. While curiosity surrounding the competition is gaining momentum, rumors have been circulating on social media in recent days regarding the winner of the contest, and more specifically - the prize they will receive. The rumors ran all over the internet until Voxovation, the company leading the development and production of Eurovision Asia in cooperation with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), was forced to respond. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At the center of the speculations that arose in recent days was the possibility that the first Eurovision Asia winner would not only win the historic title but would also receive the opportunity to compete on the European Eurovision stage and participate in...

Eurovision Star Noa Kirel Sparks Backlash in Spain Over New Video

July 9, 2026July 9, 2026 by Shani Milrad Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision star Noa Kirel faces backlash from Spanish media after her new World Cup music video sparked political controversy. Photo Credit: Avi Zaikaner Eurovision 2023 entrant Noa Kirel is once again at the center of an international media storm. Just days after launching her new World Cup song, "חושב שאתה מסי" (in English: ״Thought You Were Messi״), created in collaboration with sportswear giant Adidas, a wave of furious reactions has emerged from Spain. The official music video, featuring Kirel stepping into the role of a goalkeeper and saving penalties from a player wearing the Spanish national team jersey, was interpreted in the European country as a deliberate political attack amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions between the nations and the pro-Palestinian stance of the Spanish government. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Spanish Media and Socials React Fierce criticism on X (formerly Twitter) and across Spanish media followed rapidly, targeting not only Kirel but also her partner, goalkeeper Daniel Peretz. Spanish-Moroccan sports journalist Leyla...

RTL Opens Submissions For Luxembourg Song Contest 2027

July 9, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Luxembourgish national broadcaster RTL has officially opened submissions for LSC 2027, searching for the next Eurovision entry for the contest in Bulgaria. The Luxembourgish national broadcaster RTL has officially announced the opening of the song submission window for the national selection “Luxembourg Song Contest 2027”, through which the representative of Luxembourg for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in Bulgaria will be chosen. Registration for the fourth edition of the competition opens today (Thursday). To maximize opportunities for local talent, the selection of artists and songs will take place this year through two parallel and unique registration tracks. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How can a song be submitted to the Luxembourgish national selection?‎‏ As stated, the submission window for the national selection final, which will take place on Saturday, January 30th, will feature two tracks - artists and songwriters. Following the opening of the submission window, RTL published the official rules for the national selection: The Artist Track Singers, performers, and...

Eurovision Star Bonnie Tyler Passed Away At 75

July 9, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Beloved UK Eurovision 2013 singer Bonnie Tyler has unexpectedly passed away in Portugal following a severe illness. About two months after we first reported that the beloved Welsh pop singer, Bonnie Tyler, who represented the United Kingdom at the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest, was hospitalized and underwent emergency bowel surgery that led to an induced coma, deeply saddening news has arrived. Tyler has passed away unexpectedly and tragically at 75. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Official Statement from Family and Team Immediately following her tragic passing, a statement from her family and team was published on Tyler's official website: “Bonnie's family and team announce with deep sadness that Bonnie passed away unexpectedly last night in a hospital in Portugal, as a result of the illness for which she was being treated.” Previous Health Updates About a month ago, we reported that Tyler had overcome the coma and woken up after a month. Immediately after she woke up, an official statement was released on...

SWR Brings Back Eurovision Winner After Germany’s Eurovision 2026 Failure

July 9, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SWR appoints A Eurovision Winner to lead Germany's Eurovision project after Sarah Engels' disappointing result in Vienna. Did Germany's disappointing performance at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna trigger a major overhaul? Germany was represented this year by Sarah Engels with the song "Fire", finishing in just 23rd place. The disappointing result prompted serious self-reflection within the German delegation and has now led to a dramatic leadership change. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a 12-year absence, Torsten Amarell, who served as Germany's Head of Delegation between 2010 and 2015, will return to lead the Eurovision project for the German national broadcaster SWR. His previous tenure marked one of Germany's most successful periods in the contest, including the country's victory in 2010 and two additional top-ten finishes in the following years. Although Germany finished near the bottom of the scoreboard during the three years that followed, and Amarell's first tenure ended on a painful note with Germany finishing last...