Neta Geffen, Author at EuroMix

United Kingdom: BBC Launches Search for Eurovision 2027 Entry in Burgas

October 27, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); British national broadcaster BBC and BBC Studios officially launch the search for the UK's Eurovision 2027 artist and song. The countdown has officially begun: with exactly 200 days remaining until the Eurovision 2027 Grand Final in Burgas, Bulgaria, British national broadcaster BBC, alongside its production arm BBC Studios, has officially announced the launch of its search for the artist and song set to represent the United Kingdom. The stated ambition: to showcase the very best of contemporary British music to millions of viewers across Europe and beyond. In the United Kingdom, Eurovision is viewed as a massive cultural powerhouse with cross-generational appeal, drawing an estimated global audience of 160 million viewers annually and generating an impressive figure of over 2.6 billion video views across major digital platforms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ The Architect Behind Sam Ryder's Success Takes the Lead Leading the flagship project is UK Eurovision Project Director David May, who brings nearly two decades of rich expertise across...

Netherlands 2027: Three Artists in Running for Eurovision Comeback

October 22, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dutch national broadcaster considers Davina Michelle, Marnix Emanuel, and Tangarine as the top candidates for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas. In recent hours, the names of the top three artists currently at the center of discussions and the battle to represent the Netherlands at Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria, have been revealed. According to reports across Dutch media, the final shortlist includes singer Davina Michelle, folk duo Tangarine, and Marnix Emanuel, who are competing head-to-head for the coveted ticket following the dramatic withdrawal from the previous contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Renewed Race: Who Remains in Contention? Sources close to the matter confirmed that these three acts had already successfully advanced through the preliminary screening rounds for the contest originally scheduled to take place in Vienna, but were left without a formal conclusion following the dramatic decision by the Dutch national broadcaster in December 2025 to withdraw from Eurovision. Now, discussions focus on the...

Greece: ERT Moves “Sing for Greece 2027” to Thessaloniki

October 16, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greek national broadcaster ERT moves Sing for Greece 2027 to Thessaloniki, introducing an audience-only vote for the semi-finals. A major surprise has been revealed for Eurovision fans in Greece: Greek national broadcaster ERT has officially announced that the local national final, "Sing for Greece 2027", will move from Athens to Thessaloniki this coming February. The country's second-largest city will take center stage in the domestic music scene, hosting the three live broadcasts that will determine the Greek entry for Eurovision 2027, set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria, this coming May. The production promises three evenings filled with music, popular songs, powerful performances, and numerous surprises. The two semi-finals and the grand final will be broadcast live across ERT television channels and on the digital streaming platform ERTFLIX, allowing audiences throughout Greece to closely follow the selection of the country's entry. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Third Consecutive Year for the Hit Format - Outside...

Australia: SBS Opens Song Portal for Eurovision 2027 Internal Choice

October 14, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Australian national broadcaster SBS opens its Eurovision 2027 song submission portal, confirming an internal selection for Burgas. The Eurovision season is heating up Down Under: Australian national broadcaster SBS has officially announced the start of its search for the artist and song for Eurovision 2027, set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. The national broadcaster will open its song submission window on Saturday, October 17th, allowing artists to register their interest in representing Australia, while songwriters can submit original compositions for evaluation by the selection committee. SBS is aiming high for the contest, searching for contemporary, distinctive, and standout songs capable of connecting with audiences on one of the world's biggest music stages. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Preserving a Distinctive Sound: Australia's Journey in the Contest SBS proudly highlighted the musical tradition Australia has developed throughout its years in the contest, maintaining a distinct perspective and identity: from the global star power of Delta Goodrem, through the hit "Milkshake...

University of Aberdeen Launches Postgraduate Eurovision Course

October 4, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The University of Aberdeen launches a 10-week online postgraduate course exploring the cultural, political, and social dynamics of Eurovision. The Eurovision Song Contest has long ceased to be just a televised musical entertainment broadcast; it is now gaining official recognition within leading academic institutions: the University of Aberdeen in Scotland has announced the launch of a new online postgraduate course entirely dedicated to the study of the competition. The ten-week program, set to begin on January 27th, carries the defining title: "Eurovision: More Than a Song Contest". The course will be delivered fully online and is not restricted solely to regular university students, but is open to fans and interested participants worldwide. The participation fee for the program is £465. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Will Students Learn? Politics, Gender, and Cultural Representation As the program's title suggests, the studies will not focus on analyzing songs or stage choreographies, but will instead delve into Eurovision as a global social,...

Latvia: LTV Receives 125 Submissions for Eurovision 2027 Selection Supernova

October 2, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Latvian national broadcaster LTV confirms 125 entries submitted for Supernova 2027, introducing an audience-only Superfinal on February 6th. The Latvian national broadcaster, LTV, has revealed official figures marking the conclusion of the submission window for its local Eurovision preselection, "Supernova 2027", which closed yesterday (Thursday). A total of 125 songs were submitted this year - a symbolic increase of one entry compared to the 124 songs submitted ahead of the 2026 season. LTV noted with satisfaction that the response reflects a rich musical spectrum and particularly fierce competition, bringing together established names from the Latvian music scene alongside promising new talents. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ "Fierce Competition and a Broad Musical Range" The Head of Documentary and Entertainment Content at the Latvian national broadcaster, Agnese Štrause-Kubliņa, addressed the quality of the submissions received: “This year's submissions demonstrate a very broad musical range and confirm that interest in representing Latvia at Eurovision remains exceptionally high. The competition this year will be...

Germany: Ralph Siegel Submits Dschinghis Khan Entry for Eurovision 2027

October 1, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); German composer Ralph Siegel submits a new entry for Dschinghis Khan to SWR ahead of the Eurovision 2027 national selection. Is one of the most legendary and recognizable bands in contest history heading for a massive international comeback? Legendary German composer and producer Ralph Siegel hopes to make history once again and bring the iconic band back as Germany's entry for Eurovision 2027, set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Siegel, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday, confirmed in an interview with the German music portal "Schlagerpuls" that he submitted a new song for the German national selection for the next generation of the band Dschinghis Khan: “We just submitted it, and now we’re very excited. I just want to be in the national selection. I've really submitted something great.” Speaking to the newspaper "Bild", Siegel added that he made it at the very last moment: “I barely made it, the deadline was September 21st.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle...

Norway: NRK Urges EBU to Review Israel’s Eurovision Participation

September 23, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norwegian national broadcaster NRK asks the EBU to reassess Israel's Eurovision participation, citing tensions in Vienna and audience decline. Ahead of Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria, the political debate surrounding the contest has returned in full force: Norwegian national broadcaster NRK has officially reopened the contentious discussion regarding Israel's participation in the competition . The national broadcaster sent a sharp letter to the governing board of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), expressing deep concern over the situation surrounding the contest and calling for a reassessment of whether Israel's continued participation complies with Eurovision rules. The letter is signed by the Head of Entertainment at NRK, Jostein Olseng, and the Head of the Norwegian Delegation, Mads Tørklep. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Complaints Over Security Around Noam Bettan and Unease in the Arena According to a report in the Norwegian newspaper "VG", the two officials addressed in their letter the significant tension that arose in the arena in Vienna during the voting...

MRT Reveal North Macedonia’s Eurovision 2027 Selection Process

September 17, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); MRT outlines its Eurovision 2027 comeback, promising full clarity in the selection of the representative: "The public will know exactly who was chosen and why." Preparations for Eurovision 2027, which will be held in Burgas, Bulgaria, are gaining momentum, and one of the most intriguing countries returning to the contest after an extended absence is North Macedonia. The Macedonian national broadcaster MRT has revealed official details regarding its return to the competition, introducing the new delegation leadership, committing to a fundamental overhaul of the selection process, and announcing unprecedented support from the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); North Macedonia's Heads of Delegation Leading the Macedonian delegation at Eurovision 2027 will be two familiar and highly respected figures in the Eurovision community: Jana Burčeska and Aleksandra Jovanovska. Burčeska is well known to contest fans after representing North Macedonia at Eurovision 2017 in Kyiv with the song "Dance Alone", finishing in 15th place in the semi-final and failing to...

Eurovision Winner DARA Announces Hiatus From Social Media

September 13, 2026 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 winner DARA announces a social media break, slamming instant gratification while launching an independent record label. International Bulgarian star DARA, who brought Bulgaria a historic victory at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna with the hit "Bangaranga", has chosen to pause the race for a moment. In a candid, sharp series of messages published via stories on her Instagram account, the singer shared with her hundreds of thousands of followers her decision to take a step back from the world of social media, while criticizing instant gratification culture and the pressure exerted on artists. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Stepping Away Is How I Stay Focused" The singer clarified immediately at the start that the decision does not stem from a crisis, but rather from a conscious desire to protect her creative space: “I need to detox my brain from everything for a minute, especially social media, so I’m taking some time off. Honestly, staying away is how I stay locked...