EBU Launches Search for Lost 1956 and 1964 Eurovision Footage

EBU Launches Search for Lost 1956 and 1964 Eurovision Footage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU calls on fans to help locate missing footage from the 1956 and 1964 Eurovision Song Contest for the 70th anniversary Exactly 70 years ago, in 1956, representatives from seven countries gathered for the first time in Lugano, Switzerland, for the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest. The winner was the Swiss Lys Assia, but beyond that, little is known about that contest, as all the television footage broadcast across Europe did not survive the years. No trace of the competition remains except for a recording of the winning performance by Lys Assia with her song "Refrain". Over the years, another contest fell victim to European archives: the 1964 competition held in Copenhagen, Denmark. In honor of the 70th anniversary of the contest, the EBU is attempting to honor this lost heritage and is launching an operation to search everywhere where lost footage of those contests might be found. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Mystery of the Lost Eurovisions About a...
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Tamara Živković: “I cannot wait for you to see what we are planning”

Tamara Živković: “I cannot wait for you to see what we are planning”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro at Eurovision 2026: Tamara Živković discusses her empowering song her journey and - her odds to qualify for the final Tamara Živković, representing Montenegro at Eurovision 2026, is currently at the height of her preparations for the contest taking place in May. In just a week and a half, the singer will step onto the stage for the first time to begin rehearsals. After modifying her song for the competition, EuroMix conducted a brief interview with the artist to discuss the message behind the entry and her most successful experience so far. Watch the full interview: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During the interview, Živković explained the underlying message of her song: "Boris Subotić wrote the lyrics and the music, and he was actually inspired by my journey to become myself. The song is basically about a woman who makes a change within herself and experiences a kind of rebirth. She finally opens up, breaks all the chains that...
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OGAE Poll 2026: Linda & Pete Hold a Strong Lead on the Scoreboard

OGAE Poll 2026: Linda & Pete Hold a Strong Lead on the Scoreboard

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   The annual OGAE Poll has continued with its fourth set of results as OGAE Austria reveals its top scores. Finland has secured the top spot in the Austrian vote, and maintains its overall lead in the early standings. The OGAE Poll is one of the most vital and discussed indicators within the global Eurovision community. Every year, tens of thousands of fans belonging to OGAE - the official organization for Eurovision fan clubs in Europe and beyond - vote for their favorite song among the contestants. For 2026, members were asked to rank the 35 participating entries. The poll is considered an early indication of trends and reflects social media buzz. While the official international OGAE channels have not yet begun the traditional rollout of 2026 results, the local branches - France, Romania, Denmark and now Austria - have moved ahead to reveal their rankings earlier than expected. This network of fan clubs has managed this poll annually...
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Sarah Engels: “Good Music is not enough for Eurovision”

Sarah Engels: “Good Music is not enough for Eurovision”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany at Eurovision 2026: Sarah Engels discusses her dream to participate in Eurovision which comes true, her favourites songs and the plans for Vienna  Sarah Engels, Germany’s representative at Eurovision 2026, is in the peak of her preparations for the competition set to take place in May. After previously speaking about her decision to upgrade both the performance and the song ahead of the contest in Vienna, we conducted a short interview with her and asked about her choice to participate in Eurovision and her plans for the contest. Watch the full interview: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In the interview, Sarah says she didn't plan on signing up for the German national selection at all: "It was another decision of... we first of all we had the song so we were working on "Fire" in the studio and then we thought, oh maybe this could be a really nice Eurovision song, so yes, that was the way it was" she...
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Criticism of Israel, Zero Action: The Hypocrisy of Eurovision Artists Exposed

Criticism of Israel, Zero Action: The Hypocrisy of Eurovision Artists Exposed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Many Eurovision artists are speaking out against Israel’s participation, despite contest rules - but is this genuine concern, or driven by personal or professional interests? Opinion The preparations for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria are at their peak, with just a month and a half remaining until the celebrations, performances, and drama begin. However, anyone who believed this season would pass quietly without controversy surrounding Israel’s participation, which was already approved by the European Broadcasting Union last December—is likely to be sorely disappointed. Not only have five countries withdrawn from the competition, but artists who intend to compete alongside Israel - or who previously did so during the war without objection are now openly voicing criticism. This raises the central question: Why? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   The Artists vs. Eurovision: "I will not participate in an event that allows Israel’s participation" Just this week, Polish singer Justyna Steczkowska, who represented Poland at Eurovision 2025,...
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Spain Clarifies: Our Position on Israel’s Participation in Eurovision Has Not Changed

Spain Clarifies: Our Position on Israel’s Participation in Eurovision Has Not Changed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Spain has opened submissions for the competition that previously served as its Eurovision selection for 2027, but emphasizes: "Our Position Didn't Change" The Spanish national broadcaster RTVE continues to lead a critical stance regarding Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna. Despite the war in Gaza having ended several months ago, Spain reiterates that its position on Israel’s participation in the contest remains unchanged. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite its absence from the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, RTVE has not halted the operation of Benidorm Fest, which has served since 2022 as the national selection for choosing Spain’s representative and song. One month after the latest edition aired, the national broadcaster officially launched today (Tuesday) the 2027 edition of the festival. At this stage, it remains unclear whether the winner will represent Spain in Eurovision in the future, or whether Spain will return to the competition at all. When asked whether the next festival winner...
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Alis Reveals: Will His Mother Join Him on Stage at Eurovision 2026?

Alis Reveals: Will His Mother Join Him on Stage at Eurovision 2026?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Alis, shares new insights into his song’s meaning, music video, emotional impact, and early details about his highly anticipated performance in Vienna. In a new interview with the national broadcaster RTSH, Albania’s representative Alis spoke about his preparations for Eurovision 2026, where he will compete in the second semi-final on May 14. As a reminder, Alis was among the first artists selected for Eurovision 2026 after winning the Albanian FiK festival in December with his song “Nân” (Hebrew: “Mother”). The song was written about Alis’s mother, who also appears in the music video. Will his mother also take part in the performance on stage in Vienna? More details follow below. A Message Resonating Across Europe As mentioned, the emotional song was written about Alis’s mother, but also serves as a universal message to mothers and children. According to a post he shared on social media, “Nân” touches on a universal feeling of longing—for departures, for a...
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Eurovision 2026: Euromix’s betting for Running Order of the First and Second Semi-Finals

Eurovision 2026: Euromix’s betting for Running Order of the First and Second Semi-Finals

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After all Eurovision 2026 songs were revealed, anticipation builds around the semi-final running order. Ahead of the official reveal, Euromix predicts how the performances will be arranged. With the conclusion of the reveal of all 35 participating songs in Eurovision 2026 last weekend, the next stage awaited by fans and delegations alike is the announcement of the running order for the two semi-finals. The draw allocating countries to each semi-final already took place this past January, and the official reveal is expected to occur on the Eurovision’s official YouTube channel in the coming days. Until then, we listened to all 35 selected songs and made our prediction - what will the running order of the two semi-finals look like? It is important to note that while the allocation draw of participating countries into semi-finals is significant, the running order is no less crucial. In a show featuring a wide variety of performances, a song performed later tends to...
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Georgia: Bzikebi to Perform “On Replay” at Eurovision

Georgia: Bzikebi to Perform “On Replay” at Eurovision

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Georgia in Eurovision 2026: The Georgian national broadcaster GPB has announced that Bzikebi will represent Georgia at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna with the song “On Replay.” Listen to the song "On Replay" is the title of the song that will be performed by band Bzikebi, who will represent the Georgia in the first half of the first semi-final, scheduled for May 12. The song was written by Giorgi Kukhianidze, The composer of "Echo". The song is performed in English. ‎‏   The song expresses a sense of freedom, energy, and living fully in the moment. The imagery of lights, midnight, and neon suggests a vibrant atmosphere where people connect through music and shared excitement. The repeated line “Don’t think, let go” highlights the main message of the song: to stop overthinking, embrace the experience, and allow yourself to feel the rhythm of life, even through its ups and downs. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bzikebi – Who Are You? Bzikebi previously represented Georgia at the Junior...
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Czechia: Daniel Žižka to Perform “Crossroads” at Eurovision

Czechia: Daniel Žižka to Perform “Crossroads” at Eurovision

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Czechia in Eurovision 2026: The Czech national broadcaster ČT has announced that Daniel Žižka will represent the Czechia at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna with the song “Crossroads.” Listen to the song "Crossroads" is the title of the song that will be performed by singer Daniel Žižka, who will represent the Czechia in the first half of the second semi-final, scheduled for May 14. The song was co-written by the singer himself together with Viliam Béreš. This marks the first entry for both creators in the competition, and the song is performed in English. ‎‏   The entry was selected by an internal committee of the national broadcaster and was officially revealed tonight. The song explores an inner journey of searching for identity and direction in a complex and confusing world. The singer conveys a sense of loss and wandering through many paths, as if trapped within “cruel spider webs,” where finding the right way becomes difficult. The reference to “Mother” may symbolize a nurturing or primal force—perhaps a parent, nature...
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