Ilay Gaist, Author at EuroMix

Finland: “UMK 2026” Songs Officially Revealed!

January 22, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has released all competing songs for “UMK 2026”. Listen to the full playlist online. Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has completed the unveiling of the seven songs competing in “UMK 2026”. From among these entries, one will be chosen to represent Finland at Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna, Austria. “UMK 2026” is scheduled for February 28th, 2026, at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, southern Finland. The participating artists were officially announced last Wednesday, and their seven songs were released sequentially on weekdays from January 14th–22nd, at 23:00 CET (Midnight in Finland). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "UMK 2026": Official Lineup and Release Schedule These are the seven participants in "UMK 2026". Their songs will be released by the following order, day after day, from January 14th to January 22nd: Etta – "Million Dollar Smile" Linda Lampenius x Pete Paekkonen – "Liekinheitin" Komiat – "Lululai" Sinikka Monte – "Ready to Leave" Antti...

Silent boycott? One of “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” songs is unavailable on Spotify in Israel

January 22, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song “Can U Feel It?” by duo Late Runner appears in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026" playlist on Spotify, but Israeli listeners are unable to stream it. Denmark revealed today (Thursday) the eight contestants in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026", with all songs now available on streaming platforms. Alongside familiar names such as Sissal, Denmark’s Eurovision 2025 representative, Søren Torpegaard Lund, who competed in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2023", and Sander Sanchez, runner-up in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2020", the lineup also features several newcomers to international audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song “Can U Feel It?” by duo Late Runner was described on the Danish national broadcaster DR’s website as “An upbeat pop track centered on dance, community, and optimism. The duo, consisting of Asger Tarpgaard and Tanja Forsberg Simonsen, have performed together for nearly 30 years and previously achieved success with their bands Superheroes and Private. They describe “Can U Feel It?” as “a festive injection of vitamins C and D during a dark...

Eurovision 2026 Betting Odds: Israel Leads the Table After Choosing Noam Bettan

January 22, 2026 by Ilay GaistNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A day after the final, Noam Bettan strengthens Israel’s lead in Eurovision 2026 betting odds, despite online attacks and renewed calls to disqualify the country from the competition. Just a day after the final of "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026", where Noam Bettan was chosen to represent Israel at Eurovision 2026, the betting tables have been updated — and Israel maintains its top position. Noam Betan, who secured first place in both the judges’ rankings and the public vote, now leads the betting odds to win the Eurovision Song Contest with a slight increase in probability. According to the latest figures, Israel’s odds have risen from 10% to 11%, keeping the country firmly at the top even after the representative’s identity was revealed. This marks an immediate success for Noam Bettan, solidifying his reputation as one of the standout names early in the Eurovision 2026 season, even before the official song selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Global Reactions: Praise and Backlash Alongside the surge in...

Denmark: “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Songs Revealed!

January 22, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aiming for a second final in a row? Denmark’s national broadcaster DR has unveiled the eight contestants for "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026" set for February 14th. Sissal returns to try her luck again! Denmark has unveiled the eight contestants competing in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026", and judging by the list, last year’s success — the country’s first qualification to the final since 2019 — seems to have rekindled its Eurovision ambitions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026": Full Lineup Emil Otto - "Copenhagen Noir" Ericka Jane - "Death Of Me" Lasse Skriver - "Roaring Hearts" Late Runner - "Can U Feel It?" Myrkur - "Touch My Love And Die" Sander Sanchez - "Two Spirits" Sissal - "Infinity" Søren Torpegaard Lund - "Før vi går hjem" Click on the song title to listen! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Among The Contestants - Few Familiar Names: Sissal Hansen, Denmark’s Eurovision 2025 representative with the song “Hallucination” — she...

Jerry Heil: “They’re Trying to Push Me Out of the Competition”

January 20, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jerry Heil, Ukraine’s Eurovision 2024 representative and current "Vidbir" contestant, claims anonymous figures are spreading false rumors about her and attempting to remove her from the competition. A controversy has erupted in Ukraine surrounding singer Jerry Heil, one of the contestants in "Vidbir 2026". Heil, who represented Ukraine at Eurovision 2024 and finished in third place, now aims to return to the Eurovision 2026 stage with her new song “Catharticus”. She claims that certain anonymous individuals are working to disqualify her from the competition by spreading false information about her public activities and alleged withdrawal of support for Ukrainian military initiatives. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “My Brother Serves in the Army – I’ll Never Stop Supporting the Fighters” In an Instagram Story posted over the weekend, Heil addressed the allegations, calling them baseless lies. She urged fans not to believe such reports, stating: “My brother serves in the army – and that’s a red flag for anyone who...

Norway: The Songs Competing for the Last “Melodi Grand Prix” Ticket Revealed!

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Norwegian national broadcaster NRK has revealed the eight artists competing for the ninth and final spot in “Melodi Grand Prix 2026”. Listen to the songs and vote for your favorites! The Norwegian national broadcaster, NRK, has just unveiled the eight artists competing for the ninth and final spot in "Melodi Grand Prix 2026". The winner will represent Norway at Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. Among the eight contestants are many familiar faces making comebacks — including one fresh from last year’s Eurovision held in Basel, Switzerland. NRK has opened voting worldwide — all you need to do is follow the link below, listen to the songs, register, and vote for your favorite! Like last year, "Melodi Grand Prix 2026" will be held without semifinals. The ninth participant and all the competing songs will be revealed on January 26th. The final show will take place on February 28th, when Norway’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest will be selected. (adsbygoogle...

From Greece to San Marino: Xannova Xan Refuses to Give Up on Eurovision 2026

January 20, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First report: Beloved singer Xannova Xan unexpectedly joins the long, fascinating list of artists trying to reach Eurovision via the “back door” after failing in their own country’s national final. Exclusive: It has just been revealed that Xannova Xan has decided, in a surprising move, to join the ever-growing list of artists competing in San Marino’s pre-selection contest for the chance to represent the country at Eurovision 2026. This comes after her song, created together with Israeli songwriters Keren Peles and Tomer Biran, was disqualified due to a dispute and did not make the final lineup for the Greek national selection “Sing For Greece 2026”. At this stage, it remains unclear whether the song submitted to the San Marino competition is the same one written by Keren Peles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In recent years, a fascinating trend has emerged: many artists who fail to win their national finals refuse to give up and instead try their luck through San Marino’s "San Marino Song Contest" (formerly Una Voce...

Switzerland: Veronica Fusaro to Compete in Eurovision 2026

January 20, 2026February 14, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland’s national broadcaster SRG SSR has just announced its representative for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria — singer-songwriter Veronica Fusaro will carry the country’s flag in May. The Swiss national broadcaster, SRG SSR, has officially announced that singer-songwriter Veronica Fusaro has been chosen to represent Switzerland at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria this coming May. Switzerland is the seventh country to select its artist for Eurovision 2026, after Cyprus and Georgia, as well as after Albania, Montenegro, Moldova and Malta, which have also selected their songs for the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Eurovision Song Contest‎‏ (@‏‎eurovision‎‏)‎‏ Switzerland's Selection Process Fusaro was chosen through an internal selection combining votes from professional juries and an international audience panel. She is the seventh confirmed participant for the upcoming contest. Her song is scheduled to be revealed on Wednesday, March 11th. In response to the announcement of her Eurovision participation representing Switzerland, Fusaro said: "I’m incredibly happy...

Tonight at 20:30 CET: Israel Selects its Representative for Eurovision 2026!

January 20, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 20:30 CET, Israel’s “HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026” grand final will air live, where the country’s representative for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, will be chosen. Tonight (Tuesday), after a season filled with talented and surprising contestants, the 12th season of “HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision” comes to an end with a live grand final that will reveal who will represent Israel at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The final will begin at 20:30 CET and will be broadcast on Channel "Keshet 12", as well as on the channel’s website and app. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Competing tonight for the ticket to Vienna are Alona Erez, Gal De Paz, Noam Bettan, and Shira Zloof. Each contestant will perform a song of their choice, followed by the opening of the voting. The public can vote through the ‘KAN’ app, joining the judges in deciding which three contestants will advance to perform again. After the second round of performances, another round of voting...

Greece: “Sing for Greece 2026” Songs Revealed!

January 18, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen: The Greek national broadcaster, ERT, has published the 28 songs competing in "Sing For Greece 2026". The winner will represent Greece in Eurovision 2026, held in Vienna, Austria. The 28 songs set to compete in "Sing For Greece 2026" for the ticket to Vienna were unveiled in two stages. In the first stage, yesterday, January 17th, 14 songs competing in the first semi-final were revealed. The second stage followed today, January 18th, presenting the remaining 14 songs that will compete in the second semi-final. The songs were presented during the television program EurovisionGR and simultaneously on the official YouTube channel of the Greek national broadcaster ERT. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen to the Songs: First Semi-Final - Wednesday, February 11th: Alexandra Sieti - The Other Side THE Astrolabe - Drop It Desi G - Aphrodite Akylas - Ferto Evangelia - Paréa Panagiotis Tsakalakos – 2nd Chance Niya - Slipping Away Marseaux - Khánomai ...