Greece: Akylas Reveals Disappointment and Confusion Over Eurovision 2026

Greece: Akylas Reveals Disappointment and Confusion Over Eurovision 2026

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

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

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(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...
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Norway’s Second Rehearsal: Jonas Lovv Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Norway’s Second Rehearsal: Jonas Lovv Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norway’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Jonas Lovv, held his second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Ya Ya Ya". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Jonas Lovv, representing Norway, took to the stage today for his crucial second rehearsal at Eurovision 2026, proving why he was chosen to close the second semi-final with a bang. Delivering a raw and energetic rock performance of his hit "Ya Ya Ya", the singer presented a polished version featuring blinding red lighting, explosive charisma, and intense pyrotechnic effects unlike anything seen so far this year. With a bold performance portraying him as a modern rock god, Norway is making it clear they are aiming for the top of the leaderboard in a show that left the arena in Vienna breathless. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Visuals, Sequins, and Staging Details The released footage begins at the start of the song, where we see the artist approaching the center of the stage, which features a...
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Armenia’s Second Rehearsal: Simon Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Armenia’s Second Rehearsal: Simon Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Armenia’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Simon, held his second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Paloma Rumba". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Armenian singer Simon took to the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria, for his second rehearsal, bringing an energy that is difficult to ignore. As one of the 35 nations competing this year, the question arises: will the high tempo, the "amazing mess", and the precise vocal delivery amidst intensive stage movement be enough to secure Armenia a place in the Grand Final? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Armenia's second Rehearsal: More Details Elevator Madness Armenia provided a particularly intense glimpse into the second rehearsal. The footage begins at the start of the song, "Paloma Rumba", showing an elevator opening to reveal Simon and five dancers as the camera focuses on them. The artist is dressed in a jacket adorned with numerous sticky notes, each featuring different writings and drawings. He wears gray trousers that match the dancers,...
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Denmark’s Second Rehearsal: Søren Torpegaard Lund Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Denmark’s Second Rehearsal: Søren Torpegaard Lund Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Denmark’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Søren Torpegaard Lund, held his second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Før vi går hjem." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Denmark’s second rehearsal is underway. In the last few minutes, the first glimpse of the second rehearsal by Søren Torpegaard Lund was revealed, and it appears to be a performance that elevates the staging from the Danish national selection. The famous box concept returns in a big way, filled with green smoke and a mysterious atmosphere. Following this recreation of the performance from the national final, will the singer be able to lead Denmark to a fateful victory? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Denmark's Second Rehearsal: More Details Green Smoke and Claustrophobic Visuals The released video clip opens right at the beginning of the song, "Før Vi Går Hjem" (in English: "Before We Go Home"), where we see the artist begin to sing, looking directly into the camera, which focuses closely on his face throughout...
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Switzerland’s second Rehearsal: Veronica Fusaro Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Switzerland’s second Rehearsal: Veronica Fusaro Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Veronica Fusaro, held her second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Alice". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Following the controversy surrounding live instrumentation - in which Switzerland was denied the opportunity to play the electric guitar live - Veronica Fusaro  took to the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria. The rehearsal provided a striking glimpse into her performance of "Alice" . Featuring an electric guitar that underscores exactly why the national broadcaster, SRG SSR, was vocal about the live-playing ban, the rehearsal raises the question: Is Switzerland bringing winner-level material after this disappointment with the EBU? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Switzerland's second Rehearsal: More Details The Red Rope Cage In the beginning of the released footage, the camera focuses on the singer as she stands inside a cage-like structure made of red ropes, designed to resemble prison bars. While inside, she moves between the poles supporting the cage, where two of her four backing...
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Lelek Member Judita Štorga Loses Voice Ahead of Eurovision 2026

Lelek Member Judita Štorga Loses Voice Ahead of Eurovision 2026

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Judita Štorga of the Croatian group LELEK faces laryngitis before Eurovision 2026. Fans and Marko Bošnjak offer support for her recovery. Days before the Croatian entry, LELEK, is set to take the stage at at the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria, a health scare has emerged. Performing third in the first semi-final, band member Judita Štorga announced via TikTok that she is currently battling medical issues, specifically a bout of laryngitis that has left her without a voice. In the uploaded video, she is seen lip-syncing to the lyrics of the song "Andromeda" while holding various boxes of medication in both hands. The caption of the video reads: “POV: Eurovision is in a week and I have no voice.” @juditastorga POV: Eurovision Song Contest is in 7 days… and I have no voice Hvala svima na predivnim porukama podrške i ljubavi već sam sad puno bolje 🤍 #eurovision2026 #eurovision #lelek #croatia ♬ Andromeda - LELEK (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Warm...
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Germany’s First Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Germany’s First Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Sarah Engels, held her first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Fire." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights on the stage of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, went down, and it seemed as if all of Europe held its breath for the moment Germany would reveal its cards for the 70th edition of the competition. Sarah Engels, Germany's representative took to the stage for her first rehearsal; after landing in Vienna yesterday and discovering her luggage had disappeared, the singer proved within seconds why she is considered one of the biggest promises of the year. Although she holds a guaranteed spot in the Grand Final as part of the "Big 5" nations, Engels did not take her foot off the gas for a single moment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Germany's First Rehearsal: more details The performance opens in an intimate and chilling manner, with Sarah lying on top of a massive cube in...
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Belgium’s Second Rehearsal: Essyla Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Belgium’s Second Rehearsal: Essyla Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Belgium’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Essyla, held her second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Dancing On The Ice". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Competition in the first semi-final is heating up, and Essyla is emerging as a contestant who will be very difficult to ignore. Essyla revealed a breathtaking performance that changes everything we thought about the first semi-final. In a mesmerizing rendition of "Dancing on the Ice", she set a bold visual bar that reshuffles the deck and directly threatens her competitors. Will the frozen show set within a snowstorm be enough to secure her a ticket to the Grand Final? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Belgium's second Rehearsal: More Details The short video released from the Belgian rehearsal begins exactly at the start of the chorus: Essyla is surrounded by four dancers performing choreography to the rhythm of the song, all dressed in white clothing representing neutrality alongside the background colors. The singer is dressed like...
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Serbia’s second Rehearsal: Lavina Take the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Serbia’s second Rehearsal: Lavina Take the Eurovision 2026 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Serbia’s Eurovision 2026 representatives, Lavina, held their second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Kraj Mene." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Silence fell over the arena in Vienna as the Serbian band Lavina took the Eurovision stage for their second rehearsal, proving they didn't just come to sing, but to conquer. Performing the song "Kraj Mene" (in English: "By My Side"), the Serbian group presented a much wilder and upgraded version compared to what was seen in the national selection. Closing the lineup as song number 15 in the first semi-final - which features a total of 15 competing nations - it seems the band members plan to leave the audience in shock just before the voting opens. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Serbia's Second Rehearsal: More Details The short video published from the Serbian rehearsal begins before the final chorus of the song: the segment opens with a storm as the band's lead singer, Luka, demonstrates...
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