Ofek Jerassi, Author at EuroMix

Sofia Unveils Eurovision 2027 Host Bid Slogan Amid BNT Race

July 8, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sofia unveils its Eurovision 2027 host bid slogan as BNT evaluates proposals and speculation grows over the host city. The official slogan of the leading candidate to host Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria has been unveiled as part of the campaign to secure hosting rights. The Municipality of Sofia confirmed that the slogan accompanying the contest, should Bulgaria's capital be selected, will be "Sofia: The Place Where Every Voice Matters." The announcement comes after Sofia officially submitted its bid to host Eurovision 2027 to BNT, Bulgaria's national broadcaster, last week. The Bulgarian capital is currently regarded as the frontrunner in the hosting race. Last night, Sofia also revealed the locations of the various Eurovision-related events included in its proposal to BNT. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Beyond the online speculation, Sofia's bid faces a genuine bureaucratic challenge. Reports in Bulgaria suggest the city could encounter difficulties meeting Eurovision's hosting requirements because of the name of the venue included in its proposal...

Eurovision 2027 By The Corner: IOC Lifts The Russian Suspention

July 8, 2026July 9, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); IOC has lifted the ban that prevented Russia from participating in the Olympic Games. Will we see Russia participating in Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria? For the first time since 2022, the International Olympic Committee has lifted the restrictions imposed on Russia, which had prevented Russian athletes from competing under their national flag at the Olympic Games and dealt a significant blow to Russian sport. Russia had originally planned to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin, Italy, but was forced to withdraw after numerous participating countries threatened to boycott the contest, leading to the suspension of Russia's membership in the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). Following the IOC's decision, many Eurovision fans have begun asking the same question: could the European Broadcasting Union also lift its suspension, restore Russia's membership, and allow the country to compete in Eurovision 2027? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Martin Green Firmly Denies Any Discussions Martin Green, the Eurovision Song Contest Director, made it clear...

Leleka Reveals Heavy Debts After Representing Ukraine at Eurovision 2026

July 4, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Leleka reveals Eurovision 2026 left her in heavy debt, with unpaid production costs and an uncertain financial future. Ukraine’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Viktoria Leléka - known to fans simply as Leléka - has revealed the enormous financial burden and debt she incurred following her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. The singer admitted that the extensive investment in production, artistic direction, and staging left her with significant financial obligations, and that she has still been unable to repay everyone who worked on the project. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The High Cost of Representing Ukraine Taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest requires a substantial financial commitment from both artists and delegations. Beyond the participation fee paid by the national broadcaster, artists are often required to cover the costs of flights, accommodation, costumes, and the professional teams accompanying them throughout the contest. In Ukraine's case, where the country continues to face the challenges of an ongoing...

Bulgaria Approves Eurovision 2027 Budget – Dates Accidentally Revealed?

July 4, 2026July 4, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bulgaria approves a €20M Eurovision 2027 budget as Rumen Radev's plans hint at the contest's possible dates. Following the victory of Dara for Bulgaria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, the country has begun full-scale preparations to host Eurovision 2027. Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has already established a special task force to oversee the organization of the event and approved an operational roadmap. Now, a substantial production budget has also been approved. But has the schedule accidentally revealed the dates of Eurovision 2027? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Bulgarian government has officially approved a budget of €20 million for the preparations and organization of Eurovision 2027. The significant funding was approved as part of the country's draft state budget for next year and is accompanied by a comprehensive action plan adopted by the special task force established to ensure the successful delivery of the contest. In addition, all key production roles - including the executive producer and...

History: Canada’s Eurovision 2027 Participation Confirmed!

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); History has been made: Canada's CBC has officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2027! A new country in the Eurovision Song Contest: 12 years after Australia opened the door, Canada's national broadcaster CBC has officially confirmed its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 to be held in Bulgaria next May! Canada is the 12th country to confirm its participation in Eurovision 2027, following Denmark, Cyprus, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, North Macedonia, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, United Kingdom and the host country – Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Today marks Canada Day, Canada's national holiday, comparable to Israel's Independence Day. On the occasion, the European Broadcasting Union officially announced Canada's participation in the next Eurovision Song Contest in a historic decision that formally opens the competition to full EBU member countries located outside Europe. Marie-Philippe Bouchard, President and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada, said: “On this Canada Day, as we celebrate with Canadians across the country and around the world the richness and diversity of Canadian culture, we’re...

Linda Lampenius Explodes: “Papers Will Do Anything to Get More Clicks!”

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Linda Lampenius rejects the Swedish outlet Expressen's claims, insisting she never said anything about Israel's Eurovision 2026 result. Linda Lampenius, Finland's representative at Eurovision 2026, has strongly criticized Swedish newspaper Expressen over an interview it published following this year's contest. According to the newspaper, the violinist - who represented Finland alongside Pete Parkkonen with "Liekinheitin" (English: "Flamethrower") - was unhappy with the results of the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final, which saw Bulgaria win while Israel finished in second place. The newspaper claimed that Lampenius described the results as unfair. However, following EuroMix's coverage of the interview, the Finnish artist responded angrily, insisting: “I never said anything about Israel doing anything wrong.” ‎ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lampenius Rejects the Newspaper's Version Swedish newspaper Expressen attributed the following comments to Lampenius: "Israel was second and on the verge of victory... it's such a scam, I think, with everything in the competition, I don't understand anything, I don't trust it." She also noted there, according...

RTL Secures Luxembourg’s Eurovision Funding Through 2029

June 26, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); RTL secures €2 million annual funding, confirming Luxembourg's Eurovision participation through 2029 Luxembourg's national broadcaster RTL has officially confirmed the country's participation in Eurovision 2027, set to take place in Bulgaria next May, as well as in the 2028 and 2029 editions of the contest. The announcement comes after months of uncertainty surrounding the project's funding. The financial crisis has now been fully resolved after the Luxembourgish government approved an annual allocation of €2 million for Eurovision participation. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Government Increases Eurovision Budget Since returning to the Eurovision Song Contest in 2024, Luxembourg has participated with an annual budget of €1.6 million. That amount occasionally proved insufficient, with the project exceeding its budget by approximately €70,000 in 2025. According to Luxembourg's Ministry of Culture, “The annual budget for the Eurovision Song Contest has been increased to €2 million in order to strengthen the Eurovision ecosystem, which is now firmly established in Luxembourg, and to enable partnerships with...

RTVSLO Faces Backlash Over Eurovision 2026 Israel Boycott

June 25, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); RTVSLO receives complaints over Eurovision 2026 boycott as Slovenia weighs a possible return to the contest. Slovenia, remembered in recent years as one of Israel's most vocal critics within the Eurovision community, led initiatives calling for a boycott of Israel at Eurovision 2026 and replaced the contest's Grand Final broadcast with a special programme titled "Voices of Palestine". Although the country has since undergone a change in government, the controversy surrounding the boycott of Israel is far from over. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to the May report published by the Ombudsman for Viewers and Listeners of the Slovenian national broadcaster RTVSLO, 20 complaints were received regarding the decision to boycott the contest. The majority of those complaints criticized the decision, arguing that Eurovision is first and foremost a cultural and musical event that should remain politically neutral and not be influenced by political developments. Opposition to RTVSLO's decision not to broadcast the contest also included claims that the...

History: Canada Can Legally Participate in Eurovision 2027

June 25, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); History has been made: Canada's CBC has become a full member of the EBU and can now legally and officially participate in Eurovision A new country could be heading to the Eurovision Song Contest: Canada's national broadcaster CBC has officially become a full member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) following a vote held during the EBU Summer Assembly in Prague. The move effectively makes Canadian participation in Eurovision 2027 possible without delays, special invitations, or arrangements similar to those used for Australia. Canada now holds the same membership status within the EBU as countries such as France, Israel, and the United Kingdom. Canada sent a delegation to Eurovision 2026 in Vienna and has been openly exploring the possibility of joining the Eurovision Song Contest for approximately two years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Canada's Long Road to Eurovision This is not the first time Canada and Eurovision have been mentioned in the same breath. In 2022, the "Eurovision Canada" format was...

Josephine Confirms Interest in Greece’s Sing For Greece 2027

June 24, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Josephine says she plans to submit a song to Sing For Greece 2027 after years of Eurovision speculation. Greek pop superstar Josephine has revealed that, after many years of flirting with the Eurovision Song Contest, she may finally submit a song to "Sing For Greece 2027", the national selection that will determine Greece's representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an interview on the Greek television program "After Dark", the Greek pop star discussed the possibility of representing either Greece or Cyprus at Eurovision 2027. To the surprise of many fans, she responded: “I will submit a song to 'Sing For Greece' in order to represent Greece at Eurovision 2027.” According to the singer, the public would support her candidacy. Josephine also revealed that her potential Eurovision entry would be “dynamic and representative of me.” In addition, she stated that she has no particular preference regarding which country she would represent and...