Denmark: “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Contestants Will Be Revealed on January 22nd!

Denmark: “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Contestants Will Be Revealed on January 22nd!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Danish national broadcaster DR has revealed that the contestants of "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026", will be revealed on Jnauary 22nd. One of them will represent Denmark at Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. Denmark is gearing up for what promises to be one of the most exciting editions of its "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" in recent years. The national broadcaster, DR, announced today (Friday) that the eight contestants competing in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" will be revealed on January 22nd, less than a month before the contest, which will take place on February 14th, 2026, in Frederikshavn. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" Format: At the beginning of November, during the annual general meeting of the Danish fan club melodigrandprixfans.dk, Erik Struve Hansen, the head of "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix", shared several new details about the upcoming competition. According to Hansen, this year's national selection will be a modern, renewed, and innovative musical show that introduces...
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Estonia: The Songs for “Eesti Laul 2026” Revealed!

Estonia: The Songs for “Eesti Laul 2026” Revealed!

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen: The Estonian national broadcaster ERR has revealed today the songs that will compete in “Eesti Laul 2026.” The Estonian entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen on February 14th. The Estonian national broadcaster ERR revealed today (Thursday) the twelve songs competing in “Eesti Laul 2026”, which will take place on Saturday, February 14th, 2026. The winner of the local competition will represent the country at Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. A jury of 34 members selected twelve songs to participate in the competition. As in last year’s edition, there will be no semi-finals, and all twelve songs will compete in the grand final to be held on February 14th at Unibet Arena in Tallinn, the same venue that hosted Eurovision 2002. The hosts of "Eesti Laul 2026" will be Karl-Erik Taukar, and Karl Kivastik, known as Korea, a member of Estonian representatives in Eurovision 2024, 5Miinust. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Eesti Laul 2026" Entries: Noep...
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Official: Israel Will Compete in Eurovision 2026!

Official: Israel Will Compete in Eurovision 2026!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The member states of the EBU have made their decision: Israel will compete in Eurovision 2026! Following a tense vote at the 95th conference of the EBU held this evening in Geneva, with member states in attendance, countries approved the changes to the competition’s regulations and thus opted to forgo a separate vote on Israel’s participation. Consequently, Israel will take part in Eurovision 2026! Delegates from participating countries gathered for the semi-annual conference, where Israel’s eligibility was a central topic. During the session, new policies were approved aiming to “reduce disproportionate governmental and external involvement in the voting process.” Spain, Turkey, Slovenia, and Belgium voiced strong opposition to Israel’s participation and called to block its return to the contest. In contrast, Norway supported the updated regulations introduced by the EBU, while Sweden and the United Kingdom maintained a balanced stance - urging all nations to avoid politicizing Eurovision. Germany, Ukraine, and Greece expressed clear support for Israel during the...
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A Senior EBU Official: “Eurovision Is Dead”

A Senior EBU Official: “Eurovision Is Dead”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A senior EBU official spoke before the discussion on Israel’s participation in Eurovision, describing the tense atmosphere among delegates and outlining the demands of countries opposing Israel’s entry. At these moments, dozens of representatives from across Europe are gathering in Geneva to discuss one question stirring the continent: will Israel compete in Eurovision 2026, or will it be expelled amid growing pressure? Before the discussion, a senior EBU official described in an interview with N12 the tense atmosphere within the venue: “The atmosphere among delegates is grim, and even Israel’s closest allies are expressing frustration. We should never have reached this point. We attempted to offer Israel alternative solutions, but they were rejected. Even if Israel competes in the next Eurovision – the contest is dead. It’s been stained by politics in every possible decision”. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The official illustrated a situation where Israel faces criticism from all sides during deliberations. He...
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Encouraging Message from Germany: Behind the Scenes of the Dramatic Battle Over Israel’s Participation

Encouraging Message from Germany: Behind the Scenes of the Dramatic Battle Over Israel’s Participation

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: Germany continues to signal its support for Israel ahead of the dramatic discussion on its participation in Eurovision 2026 - What is the encouraging message conveyed from countries that were previously considered opposing Israel's participation? At the start of one of the most tense days for Eurovision fans in Israel, a statement arrives that allows a moment of breathing room - but also sharpens the extent of the uncertainty. Germany, one of Europe's most influential countries and a prominent partner of the EBU, confirms that in recent weeks it has invested extensive diplomatic efforts to ensure Israel is not expelled from the competition. However, alongside the overt support, its messages point to a complex reality, where behind the diplomatic smiles there is still no certainty regarding the outcome - an outcome that may affect not only Israel, but on the entire Eurovision Song Contest. This statement comes as the public in Israel and around the world...
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Natalija Gorščak, Director of RTVSLO: “The Discussion Is Likely to End in Israel’s Favor at Eurovision”

Natalija Gorščak, Director of RTVSLO: “The Discussion Is Likely to End in Israel’s Favor at Eurovision”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: Ahead of the decisive moment, the director of the Slovenian national broadcaster RTVSLO reveals she is convinced the discussion will be decided in Israel’s favor. While representatives of the EBU gather for a dramatic debate on the future of Eurovision, Natalija Gorščak, head of the Slovenian national broadcaster RTVSLO, known for her outspoken political stance against Israel, gave an interview today (Thursday) to the BBC. In that interview, she claimed that, much to her regret, the General Assembly will most likely decide that Israel will participate as usual in Eurovision 2026, which is set to be held in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A ceasefire had given Eurovision fans in Israel hope that the threat of expulsion would be lifted and that Israel’s path to participate in Eurovision 2026 would be cleared. However, countries such as Slovenia, Spain, the Netherlands and Ireland quickly warned that they would refuse to take part in the contest despite...
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Moment Before the Dramatic Debate on Eurovision’s Future: Finland Sets a New Ultimatum!

Moment Before the Dramatic Debate on Eurovision’s Future: Finland Sets a New Ultimatum!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: On the eve of a crucial decision, Finland issues an ultimatum and demands that the EBU adopt four new conditions it formally placed on the table this morning. While representatives of the EBU gather for a pivotal debate on Eurovision’s future, a new declaration from Finland casts doubt over its own participation. The Finnish national broadcaster YLE, one of the competition’s most experienced and long‑standing participants, has issued an unusually sharp statement: Finland will consider withdrawing from Eurovision if the EBU does not fully adopt the regulatory changes it has proposed. Finland thus becomes another country that is not content with criticism alone, but instead puts a concrete threat on the table, joining states such as Spain, Slovenia, Ireland and the Netherlands. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In the words of YLE’s director general, Marit af Björkesten, there is a very clear warning. According to her, the original purpose of Eurovision was to create...
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Desperate Measures by Spain: Is This Proposal Would Lead to Israel’s Expulsion from Eurovision 2026?

Desperate Measures by Spain: Is This Proposal Would Lead to Israel’s Expulsion from Eurovision 2026?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU is expected to decide today (Thursday) on Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, while Spain is preparing one last proposal. Will this move succeed in expelling Israel from the contest? Spain is considered one of the strongest opponents of Israel on the Eurovision stage and has repeatedly conditioned its own participation on Israel’s expulsion from the contest. Today (Thursday), the annual convention of the EBU is taking place, where the member broadcasters will, among other issues, discuss whether to allow Israel to participate in Eurovision 2026 in light of the security events of the past two years. Spain, which has publicly spoken out many times in an attempt to push for Israel’s removal, is now trying to advance yet another bid, in the hope that it will finally lead to Israel’s expulsion from the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to the bid, any country involved in an armed conflict (war) would not be allowed to participate...
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Serbia: Participants for “Pesma za Evroviziju 26” Revealed

Serbia: Participants for “Pesma za Evroviziju 26” Revealed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Serbian national broadcaster RTS revealed today the 24 contestants in "Pesma za Evroviziju 26", through which Serbia's entry for Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria, will be selected. The Serbian national broadcaster RTS revealed today the 24 contestants expected to participate in "Pesma Za Evroviziju 26" ahead of Eurovision 2026. When the song submission window for "Pesma Za Evroviziju" opened, it was announced that if the jury panel determines that the submitted songs do not meet the required musical standard to represent Serbia at Eurovision, the representative will be selected internally. This indicates that the level of the songs is high, and as a result, the winning song in the competition will indeed represent Serbia at the upcoming Eurovision. The official dates for the competition have not yet been published, but the event will include two semi-finals and a grand final to be held at the end of February. (adsbygoogle...
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Croatia: The Contestants of “Dora 2026” revealed!

Croatia: The Contestants of “Dora 2026” revealed!

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Croatian national broadcaster HRT revealed this morning the 24 contestants of "Dora 2026", whose winner will represent Croatia at Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria.​ The Croatian national broadcaster, HRT, revealed this morning (Wednesday) the 24 expected contestants who will participate in "Dora 2026" ahead of Eurovision 2026. Additionally, the national broadcaster revealed the four backup songs selected in case one of the participants withdraws. We recall that backup songs also have considerable influence potential, as the song of Croatia's 2024 representative, Baby Lasagna, was one of the backup songs and was ultimately selected and came second in Eurovision. "Dora 2026" will take place during February, at a location that has not yet been revealed.​ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); List of contestants of "Dora 2026": 1. Alan Duras - "From Ashes to Flame" 2. Ananda - "Dora" 3. Cold Snap - "Mucho Macho" 4. Devin - "Over Me" 5. Ema Bubic - "Vrijeme Za Nas" 6. Fenksta - "Memento Mori" 7. Fran Uccellini - "Alo Bolje Bude Sutra" 8. Irma - "Ni Traga" 9. Ivan Sever - "Crying...
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