Nicole Postelnik, Author at EuroMix

Eurovision: Dutch Head of Delegation Removed From Reference Group

October 4, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU has officially removed Dutch Head of Delegation Claudia van der Pas from the Eurovision Reference Group following AVROTROS's withdrawal from the contest. Despite the return of the Netherlands to Eurovision 2027, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) decided to remove Dutch Head of Delegation Claudia van der Pas from the Eurovision Reference Group, whose primary role is to oversee the contest. The dramatic decision, confirmed by the EBU to the Dutch news agency ANP, comes against the backdrop of the Dutch withdrawal from Eurovision last year, bringing an immediate end to the Dutch Head of Delegation's tenure. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Netherlands Out, Spain In: Why Was the Dutch Representative Removed? Claudia van der Pas was previously elected to a two-year term as a member of the Reference Group. Despite the Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS withdrawing from the contest last December, the EBU granted her a wildcard to continue her term. However, it has now emerged that the...

EBU Replaces Reference Group With New ESC Committee for Eurovision

September 23, 2026October 3, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU replaces its Reference Group with a new ESC Committee following pressure from national broadcasters VRT and NPO ahead of Eurovision. After almost three decades, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is dismantling the Reference Group and establishing a new committee in its place to return decision-making power to member broadcasters. The decision follows heavy pressure from Belgian national broadcaster VRT and Dutch national broadcaster NPO, which recently announced their participation in Eurovision 2027. These countries demanded transparency, tighter oversight, and direct involvement in sensitive decision-making after the events of recent years, during which Israeli participation remained at the center of the storm. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The dissolution of the Reference Group, which was established back in 1998, ends an era of governance within the EBU. The new committee that will be established in its place (ESC Committee) will report directly to the EBU Executive Board and transfer decision-making authority to EBU member broadcasters regarding all matters related...

UK Parliament Launches Inquiry Into BBC Eurovision Failures

September 18, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); British parliament will question BBC over dismal Eurovision results following Look Mum No Computer finishing in last place. British Members of Parliament are set to summon representatives of the British national broadcaster BBC, alongside the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee, for a hearing that will deeply investigate the country's failures in the Eurovision Song Contest, likely leading to a reconsideration of the selection process. This move comes after Look Mum No Computer finished in last place in the grand final this past year with just a single point. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ This hearing is expected to put British results in the contest at center stage and investigate how a global music powerhouse like the UK crashes to the bottom of the scoreboard in Eurovision year after year. Representatives from the music industry and the British national broadcaster may explain how British entries are currently selected, as well as discuss possible changes to the process. Later on,...

EBU Grants NPO Extension For Decision On Eurovision 2027

September 15, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU granted NPO a deadline extension for Eurovision 2027 as the Dutch national broadcaster seeks solutions following AVROTROS's boycott. Will the Netherlands return to Eurovision? The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) granted a crucial extension to NPO, the Dutch national broadcaster, just one day before the official decision deadline set for September 15th closed. The request for an extension came following the step taken by the Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS, which refused to take part in Eurovision 2027 in protest of Israel's presence in the contest. Now, NPO is attempting to explore alternative solutions and resources that would still allow the Netherlands to participate (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Netherlands Granted Extra Time Following the decision by the Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS to withdraw from the contest over Israel, the EBU clarified that the country remains eligible to participate in the contest through another national broadcaster operating under NPO. A spokesperson for NPO officially confirmed that discussions with the...

Eurovision 2026: Antigoni and Sal Da Vinci Announce New Duet

July 6, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 stars Antigoni and Sal Da Vinci collaborate on a bilingual version of the hit Italian entry Per sempre sì. After leaving fans wanting more, the Cypriot Eurovision 2026 representative, Antigoni, reveals a surprising new collaboration with the Italian representative Sal Da Vinci. She announced a refreshing new version of the Italian entry from this year's Eurovision Song Contest, “Per sempre sì” (in English: "Forever Yes"), which will be performed in both Italian and Greek. When is it expected to be released? All the details are in the article. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ From the Louis Night Show to a Global Collaboration It all started when Antigoni performed her Eurovision entry "JALLA" (in English: "More") on the local Cypriot evening program, Louis night show. During the performance, she decided to seize the opportunity and reveal the new musical project to the surprised audience, which is set to be released this coming Thursday, July 9th. This follows the song's...

Will AVROTROS Return? Netherlands Weighs Eurovision 2027 Comeback

July 3, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); AVROTROS faces internal pressure to reconsider its boycott, with a final Netherlands Eurovision decision expected by late August. While the Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS declared that it would continue its boycott into Eurovision 2027, the return of the Netherlands to the upcoming contest remains up in the air. The national broadcaster is currently operating under internal pressure to reconsider its participation, and it has now emerged that the final decision on whether to return to Eurovision will be officially revealed at the end of this coming August. The uncertainty regarding the participation of the Netherlands stems primarily from statements made by the contest's director, Martin Green, who explicitly declared that no further discussions or votes would take place regarding the participation of Israel, and that the matter is closed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "The Eurovision Song Contest is Important to the Netherlands" A Dutch return has seemed like a viable possibility in recent weeks but...

North Macedonia: Eurovision Star Vlado Janevski Dies at 65

June 29, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); MRT confirms Eurovision 2027 participation as North Macedonia mourns the passing of its first contest representative, Vlado Janevski, aged 65. Alongside the good news regarding the exceptionally quick decision by MRT to confirm its participation in Eurovision 2027, very sad news has emerged from the country. The Macedonian singer Vlado Janevski, who was the first to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1998, passed away last night at the age of 65 after being hospitalized following a brief illness. Janevski was not only a Eurovision star, but a singer who left a lasting mark on Macedonian music and transformed its landscape. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Pioneer of Macedonian Music Vladimir Vlado Janevski, born in 1960 in the city of Skopje, enjoyed a solo career spanning approximately 35 years. However, to Eurovision fans, he is best known for his performance at the 1998 contest with the song "Ne zori, zoro" (in English: "Dawn, Do Not Rise"). North...

The Return Strategy: How Comeback Countries Conquer Eurovision

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Does a temporary withdrawal guarantee Eurovision success? Analysis of Dara, Alexandra Căpitănescu, and historical comebacks. Dara led Bulgaria to its first-ever victory at Eurovision 2026 with the song "Bangaranga", following the country's return from a hiatus. This victory has sparked speculation: could the secret to winning the Eurovision Song Contest be making a surprise comeback after a temporary withdrawal? An analysis of historical data reveals how various countries performed spectacularly upon their return, contrasted with others that failed to achieve success over the years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ A Brief Hiatus and a Top 10 Placement? Eurovision 2026 serves as proof that nations like Bulgaria, Moldova, and Romania - which returned to the competition after withdrawing primarily due to financial reasons - re-entered the contest with full force, each securing a spot in the top ten. Romania, for instance, withdrew from Eurovision 2024 due to financial difficulties faced by the Romanian national broadcaster, TVR. After a two-year absence, Romania decided...

Greece: Akylas Reveals Disappointment and Confusion Over Eurovision 2026

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greece's representative at Eurovision 2026, Akylas, shares in an interview about his experiences in Vienna, overcoming fears, the tense atmosphere in the green room, and one amusing conversation with the Finnish representatives. Exactly one month after Eurovision 2026 came to an end with the Greek entry, Akylas, reaching a respectable tenth place in the grand final, the singer shared insights in a new interview. He discussed the ups and downs of his journey to Vienna, the tense atmosphere, and the sense of confusion felt by the Greek delegation during the dramatic grand final voting sequence. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "It Was a Personal Victory For Me" During his appearance on the Greek talk show “The 2Night Show”, Akylas spoke about the staging of the performance and the courage required to bring that specific vision to life. The singer initially shared that during his first meeting with Greek artistic director Fokas Evangelinos, the director asked...

Malta’s Second Rehearsal: Aidan Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 9, 2026 by Nicole Postelnik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Aidan, held his second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Bella". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights in the Austrian capital shone for the Maltese artist Aidan today, as he took to the Eurovision 2026 stage for a polished second rehearsal of "Bella" (in English: "Beautiful"). Delivering a performance that feels like a live cinematic music video, the singer showcased a hypnotic blend of high fashion and daring stage technology, utilizing the largest prop seen this year at the Wiener Stadthalle. With a virtuoso upgrade to the famous "tornado" moment via a fly-cam, Malta made it clear today that it is aiming for the top with a level of visual precision rarely seen in the current competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ A Tornado of Emotions on Stage The clip released from the rehearsal begins with the artist approaching the camera against a black background. At that moment, he appears to enter a...