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Eurovision 2027: CBC Opens Canadian Song Submissions On August 31st

August 24, 2026August 25, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Path For Eurovision Begins Now! The Canadian national broadcaster revealed when it will open song submissions for Eurovision 2027. The Canadian national broadcaster continues its preparations for the historic debut at Eurovision 2027. CBC has now revealed that starting next Monday, August 31st, Canadian artists will be able to register and submit their candidacies and songs for the coveted contest, which will take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. Along with the opening of registration, the detailed criteria and conditions for song submission will be disclosed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Unlike many countries that select their entries through an internal selection without public involvement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney clarified a while ago that the choice of the country's first entry will not be internal. During the official announcement, he promised that the Canadian public and the local music industry will take an active and significant role in the process. “Canadian citizens will take upon themselves the tough decision -...

The Netherlands: AVROTROS Rules Out Eurovision 2027 Return Despite Rumors

August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 by Aviad Berger Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS denies reports of the Netherlands returning to Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, maintaining its boycott over ongoing concerns with the EBU Jordi Versteegden, senior media reporter for the widely circulated newspaper De Telegraaf, reported that the Netherlands would officially return to compete in Eurovision 2027, held in Burgas, Bulgaria, causing a massive storm on social media. Many hoped this marked the long-awaited return of the veteran country to the contest and perhaps the beginning of the end of the boycott. Despite high expectations, in a sharp and critical statement aimed at the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the Dutch national broadcaster announced that it has no intention of returning to the contest in 2027. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sharp Criticism and Remaining Hope This morning, AVROTROS announced that it will continue to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest in the coming year. In its statement, the national broadcaster noted that the contest...

10 Countries That Deserve to Win Eurovision for the First Time

August 23, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Following Bulgaria's historic win, EuroMix ranks 10 countries that deserve their very first Eurovision victory, from Cyprus to Canada. The sweeping and unprecedented victory of Bulgaria on Viennese soil in Eurovision 2026 completely reshuffled the deck, reminding everyone of the contest's true magic: the moment a country that has never won breaks a long-standing drought and lifts the trophy for the very first time in its history. The Bulgarian triumph proved that with the right song, the exact staging, and the passion of an entire nation, anything is possible. Just before the journey to Eurovision 2027 kicks off in Burgas, EuroMix's "Top 10" project honors the countries that are still waiting for their moment of glory. From participation record-holders without a victory, through audience powerhouses that touched the top, to small nations or fresh debutants with massive ambitions - here are 10 countries that deserve to win for the first time in their history. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 1....

Eurovision 2027: Netherlands Reportedly Ending Boycott and Returns to the Contest

August 22, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After withdrawing from the competition last year, De Telegraaf reports Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS will return to Eurovision 2027 with popular pop star Davina Michelle. Is one of Eurovision's key countries on its way to ending the boycott and making a particularly sparkling comeback? An exclusive report broadcast on the popular Dutch television program "De Oranjezomer" is making waves across Europe: Jordi Versteegden, senior media journalist for the widespread newspaper "De Telegraaf", reported that the Netherlands will officially return to compete in Eurovision 2027 to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As recalled, the Netherlands chose to boycott Eurovision 2026 in Vienna following Israel's participation in the contest and the accompanying public criticism, joining a bloc of boycotting nations that also included Spain, Slovenia, Ireland, and Iceland. Although the Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS has not yet issued an official public statement, Versteegden claims that the move is already finalized behind...

Sweden confirms participation in Eurovision 2027!

August 22, 2026August 29, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish broadcaster SVT has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria, and will once again use Melodifestivalen to select its representative. Today (Friday), the Swedish television network SVT published the rulebook for Melodifestivalen, which will be used to select its representative for Eurovision 2027. By doing so, it officially announced Sweden's participation in the Eurovision 2027 Song Contest, set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. Sweden is the 21st country to confirm its participation in thecontest. Among the countries that have already confirmed their participation are Israel, Italy, Germany, the UK, Finland, Canada (which will be competing for the first time), and the host country, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As of now (August 2026), the Swedish television network SVT has not yet officially announced the final dates for the live shows and the host cities. This announcement typically takes place later in the autumn. However, the song submission window opened just today, August 21, 2026, and...

Bulgaria Allocates €20M for Eurovision 2027 Host City Burgas

August 22, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bulgaria confirmed a 20 million euro budget for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, as Deputy Prime Minister and BNT push host city preparations Preparations for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 are moving forward as the Bulgarian government officially confirmed the allocation of €20 million in public funding to host the event in the coastal city of Burgas next year. Following leaks from Bulgaria's draft state budget in early July, Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov, who chairs the interagency committee organizing the event, officially confirmed the news after visiting the city with Mayor Dimitar Nikolov to review the initial stage of preparations. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Breakdown of the Initial Budget The initial allocation of €20 million will be divided into two main categories: €15 Million: Designated as the required financial guarantee to secure the organization of the contest. €5 Million: Allocated immediately for urgent organizational needs and to launch public procurement procedures. An additional budget will...

EBU confirms jury voting returns for Eurovision 2027

August 18, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU confirms jury voting will return for the Eurovision 2027 semi-finals in Burgas, maintaining a mixed system alongside the public vote. Today (Tuesday), the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) confirmed in an official update to the Eurovision rules that the jury will also take part in the semi-finals of the upcoming contest to be held in May 2027 in Burgas. They will continue to constitute a significant part of the results there, the main purpose of which is naturally to select the 10 qualifiers for the Grand Final from each semi-final. This step completely contradicts the rulebook published by the EBU last week, following their statement there that the semi-final results would be determined exclusively based on the public vote. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The updated rulebook clarifies that professional juries will continue to play a role in determining the semi-final results and in deciding which countries will advance to the Eurovision Grand...

Netta Wins, Dara Loses: Eurovision 2026 Winner Comments on Host City Choice

August 18, 2026August 18, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DARA reacts to Burgas winning Eurovision 2027 hosting rights, while Netta Barzilai’s prediction curse finally comes to an end. Burgas has won the bid to host the Eurovision Song Contest next year, beating the proposal submitted by the Bulgarian capital Sofia. This will be the first time Bulgaria hosts Eurovision, following DARA's historic victory at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, last May. The choice of Burgas also ended Netta Barzilai's streak of failed predictions. Known among Eurovision fans as the "cursed winner" who could never correctly predict the host city, Netta finally got it right this year. DARA herself had also incorrectly predicted the host city, and reacted to Burgas being chosen by joking that the "curse" had now been transferred from Netta to her. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “Very Surprised” In an interview with The Guardian, DARA said she was “very surprised by the choice of Burgas to host Eurovision 2027, but thinks that...

KZP Cracks Down on Burgas Eurovision 2027 Rental Price Hikes

August 18, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aleksandar Kolyachev announces KZP monitoring over outrageous €118,000 Burgas rental ads for Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria. Eurovision 2027, set to take place in the Bulgarian resort city of Burgas next May, is still many months away, but the city's short-term rental market is already surging. Following reports of exorbitant prices and bizarre online listings, Bulgaria’s Consumer Protection Commission (KZP) announced that it will enforce strict oversight and intervene in any case of unfair commercial practices. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aleksandar Kolyachev, Chairman of the Commission, clarified in an interview with the national broadcaster Nova TV that the authority will closely monitor real estate offers surrounding the song contest taking place in the city in May 2027, acting decisively as soon as unlawful behavior is suspected. "Comical Listing": €118,000 for One Week Aleksandar Kolyachev explicitly addressed a listing that made waves online in recent days, which offered a residential apartment in Burgas for an astronomical price...

Eurovision’s 10 bizarre lyrics: From wolves and bananas to duchess hair

August 16, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Discover the 10 most strange, confusing, and iconic Eurovision song lyrics ever performed on stage, from Konstrakta to Teapacks. Eurovision is a celebration of music, costumes, and staging, but sometimes the most striking element of an entry is its lyrics. Over the years, songwriters have attempted to reinvent pop, convey encrypted political messages, or simply craft viral anthems designed to instantly grab attention. The result? Lyrics that leave viewers at home with a massive question mark over their heads. Here are ten Eurovision songs featuring the most baffling, bizarre, and eccentric lyrics ever heard, spanning recent hits to historical classics. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 1. Serbia 2022: Konstrakta – "In Corpore Sano" Key Line: "What is the secret behind Meghan Markle's healthy hair? I think it's deep hydration." The "WTF" Moment: The Serbian performance, which opened with meticulous handwashing on stage, became an overnight viral sensation. Singer-songwriter Konstrakta opens the song with a puzzling query about the Duchess of Sussex's hair,...