“Clever, Cheeky and Fun”: British Eurovision Experts React to Their 2026’s Entry

“Clever, Cheeky and Fun”: British Eurovision Experts React to Their 2026’s Entry

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United Kingdom at Eurovision 2026: Various British experts reacted yesterday (Tuesday) to the country’s entry to Vienna, Austria. Among the responses, Katrina Leskanich, winner of Eurovision 1997, praised the entry: “The crowd will love it!” Key Eurovision figures were interviewed yesterday (Tuesday) by the British website GBNews about the song and upcoming voting for Eurovision 2026 set to take place this May. Among the reactions was Katrina Leskanich, lead singer of Katrina and the Waves and winner of Eurovision 1997, who praised and supported the United Kingdom’s choice to send Look Mum No Computer as its representative. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   When asked about the British Eurovision 2026 song, Katrina replied: “Eins, Zwei, Drei is clever, cheeky and fun. It’s perfect for Eurovision and a refreshing positive choice for the United Kingdom. We should not expect to come last with this one despite political voting”. She explained that the United Kingdom’s representative is on a mission to repair the country’s shaky reputation in the contest — and with this song, he...
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Tonight at 22:00 CET: The Grand Final of “Festival Da Canção 2026”

Tonight at 22:00 CET: The Grand Final of “Festival Da Canção 2026”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 22:00 CET, the grand final of “Festival da Canção 2026” takes place, where the country’s entry will be chosen and face the desicion - Will they represent Portugal at Eurovision 2026? Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight, Portugal’s “Festival De Canção 2026” reaches its grand final. Ten artists have advanced to the final out of 16 who competed across two semi-finals in recent weeks. The winner will be determined by a combination of 50% public vote and 50% from a local jury panel. The grand final will take place at the Valentim de Carvalho studios in Lisbon. Hosting the event will be Vasco Palmeirim and Filomena Cautela, the co-host of the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 in Lisbon. In the Green Room, Alexandre Guimarães and Catarina Maia will accompany the finalists throughout the evening. The grand final will start at 22:00 and is expected to run until 01:00 CET. Watch the grand final of "Festival da Canção 2026" live here! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||...
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San Marino: Senhit To Perform “Superstar” At Eurovision 2026

San Marino: Senhit To Perform “Superstar” At Eurovision 2026

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino at Eurovision 2026: Senhit will perform the song “Superstar” in the first semi-final on May 12th in Vienna, Austria. Listen to the song.  “Superstar” is the title of the song that will be performed by Senhit, who will represent San Marino at the Eurovision 2026 competition, set to take place in Vienna, Austria on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. This marks the third time Senhit will compete in Eurovision, following her previous representations for San Marino in 2011 and 2021. In 2020, she was also selected to perform for San Marino, but her participation was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song “Superstar” is a pop-dance track with a message of empowerment and self-confidence. It centers on self-acceptance and the courage to express one’s true identity without fear or apology. With its vibrant rhythm reminiscent of club music, the song encourages listeners to embrace their strengths and uniqueness, celebrating the “superstar” within each person. The collaboration with Boy George, known throughout his...
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Greece: “Ferto” Dominates International Charts Across Europe

Greece: “Ferto” Dominates International Charts Across Europe

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The buzz surrounding the song “Ferto” keeps growing, as it climbs Spotify’s viral charts across multiple European countries — even before the Eurovision rehearsals begin! The Greek entry for Eurovision 2026, "Ferto" performed by Akylas, is creating genuine buzz across Europe, earning spots on Spotify’s viral charts in several countries. The Greek song has quickly become one of the top favorites to win this year’s contest, and as the Eurovision season heats up, Greece continues to promote the song beyond its borders. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Why “Ferto” Is Everyone’s Talk in Europe In recent days, “Ferto” has been gaining significant traction on digital platforms, standing out especially on Spotify’s “Viral 50” charts across multiple European nations. According to the published data, the song reached remarkable positions on Spotify’s Top 50 Viral Songs in several European countries — second place in Cyprus, fifth in Finland, sixth in Bulgaria, and 28th in Lithuania. Its simultaneous presence across various markets reflects widespread...
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Tonight at 21:00 CET: Second Semi-Final of “San Marino Song Contest 2026”

Tonight at 21:00 CET: Second Semi-Final of “San Marino Song Contest 2026”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 21:00 CET, The second semi-final of “San Marino Song Contest 2026” takes place. Five last entries will secure their place in the final. A viewing link is provided. The second semi-final of “San Marino Song Contest 2026”, will take place tonight at 21:00 CET. Out of 20 contestants, only five will secure their place in the Grand Final tomorrow. The winner will perform their song on May 12th, during the second half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The semi-finals are hosted by Simona Ventura and broadcast live on the public channel RTV. In total, 20 artists will compete in the Grand Final for the opportunity to represent San Marino at Eurovision 2026. Among the contestants, ten are classified as “established artists” and were revealed last week alongside the remaining ten acts selected through pre-recorded semi-final stages, airing on March 4th and 5th. The second semi-final will begin at 21:00 and run until...
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Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Romania at Eurovision 2026?

Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Romania at Eurovision 2026?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the EuroMix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in "Selecția Națională 2026". Who should represent Romania at Eurovision according to the editorial team? Romania's "Selecția Națională 2026" will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 4th, 2026, at 19:00 CET. The winner of the national final will represent the country at Eurovision 2026 which will be held in Vienna, Austria. For the first time, the winner will be chosen through a 100% jury votes. In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered to listen to the participating songs and select their favorites from Romania's "Selecția Națională 2026". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Romania? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Emy Alupei – "Tili Bom" Emy Alupei brings a pleasant yet somewhat childish pop song, reminiscent of last year’s EMMY entry, “Laika Party” It’s a fun track but incorporates too few distinct Romanian elements. Unfortunately, Romania returns to Eurovision after a two-year break but...
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Under a War: Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Song Reveal Broadcast to Be Held in Special Format

Under a War: Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Song Reveal Broadcast to Be Held in Special Format

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Due to the ongoing war with Iran and the security situation, KAN 11 announced that Noam Bettan’s Eurovision 2026 song reveal will be broadcast this Thursday without a studio audience and in a special format. All the broadcast details - Below. The tense security situation and the ongoing war with Iran continue to impact Israel’s broadcasting schedule — and even Eurovision must adapt to the new reality. The Israeli national broadcaster KAN confirmed today that Israel’s song reveal for Eurovision 2026, scheduled for this Thursday, will be broadcast in a special format. Contrary to the original plans, the show will be filmed and aired without a live studio audience. Despite the difficult circumstances and the tense atmosphere in the country, the broadcaster decided not to postpone the broadcast, aiming to offer viewers a moment of escapism, music, and national pride. During the special program on KAN 11, Noam Bettan, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2026 and winner of “HaKokhav HaBa”, will unveil for the...
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Czechia: Eurovision 2026 Entry To Be Revealed On March 8th

Czechia: Eurovision 2026 Entry To Be Revealed On March 8th

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Czechia at Eurovision 2026: The Czech entry and song will be revealed on March 8th, according to a mysterious post on the official Czech Eurovision Instagram page. Czechia is one of the last countries to unveil its representative and song for Eurovision 2026. After a long wait, it has been confirmed that the artist and song will be revealed exactly one week from now, on Sunday, March 8th. The information was shared through the official Czech Eurovision Instagram page, which posted a mysterious teaser that likely hints at the soon-to-be-released song. Currently, Czechia ranks 22nd in the betting odds for winning Eurovision 2026, having climbed from 25th place in just five days. The country is set to compete in the first half of the second semi-final of Eurovision 2026.   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Eurovision Czechia‎‏ (@‏‎eurovision_czechia‎‏)‎‏ Mysterious Hints About the Song? The post, published by the official Czech Eurovision delegation account, shows a black-and-white background with what seems...
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Serbia: Lavina to Perform “Kraj Mene” at Eurovision

Serbia: Lavina to Perform “Kraj Mene” at Eurovision

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Serbia at Eurovision 2026: Lavina won "Pesma Za Euroviziju '26" and will perform the song “Kraj mene” at Eurovision 2026. Listen to the song. “Kraj mene” (in English: “By My Side”) is the title of the song Lavina will perform to represent Serbia at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, in the second half of the first semi-final on May 12th. The song was written by Sika and Aurimas Galvelis and won tonight over 13 competitors in “Pesma za Evroviziju '26”. Results were decided by a 50% public vote and a 50% jury vote. The final took place in RTS Studio 8 in Belgrade, hosted by Dragana Kosjerina, Kristina Radenković and Stefan Popović. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song “Kraj mene” (in English: “By My Side”) is a pop-rock ballad about the need for emotional closeness, loyalty, and the presence of a loved one in moments of difficulty and vulnerability. The lyrics emphasize mutual...
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Finland: Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen Oppose Israel and Vioalte the Code of Conduct

Finland: Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen Oppose Israel and Vioalte the Code of Conduct

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 drama: Finland’s favourites, Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen oppose Israel’s participation moments before the decision, challenging Eurovision's code of conduct. Unclear how the EBU will respond to the breach. Minutes ago, the major favourites in "UMK 2026", the duo Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen, published a rare statement against Israel’s participation in Eurovision – just hours before "UMK 2026" will determine who will represent Finland at Eurovision 2026. At this stage, the two are still not the official representatives, but Finland is ranked first in the Eurovision 2026 betting odds, based on the assessment that the duo will be chosen tonight with the song “Liekinheitin”. In their announcement, they declared that they oppose allowing Israel to participate in Eurovision 2026, but clarified that if they are selected – they will nonetheless represent Finland. The statement is creating an immediate storm and raises questions about compliance with the official Code of Conduct of the EBU – which could lead to...
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