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Alizade Wants to Represent Azerbaijan at Eurovision 2027

July 29, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alizade confirms she wants to represent Azerbaijan at Eurovision 2027 and names her favorite Eurovision songs. Azerbaijani pop and rap star Alizade has emerged as one of the leading fan-favorite names to represent Azerbaijan at Eurovision 2027. Now, for the first time, the singer has publicly confirmed that she would like to compete for her country - and even for Turkey, should it ever return to the Eurovision Song Contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Of Course!" - Alizade Opens Up About Eurovision In an interview with Aria Nejati on his YouTube channel, the singer was asked whether she would like to represent her country at Eurovision. She responded enthusiastically: "Of course! I want to represent Azerbaijan, or even Turkey if it ever returns to the contest and someone wants to send me there." Alizade also revealed her favorite Eurovision songs of all time. She highlighted Azerbaijan's winning entry, Ell & Nikki's "Running Scared," as well as Hadise's "Dum Tek Tek," describing...

Canada: CBC Will Not Reveal The Eurovision 2027 Participation Cost

July 29, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Canada's national broadcaster CBC will not reveal the participation cost of its debut performance in the contest, according to reports Canada is going to debut in Eurovision 2027, and everyone is already excited. Now it is confirmed that CBC will not publish the costs for their first ever appearance in the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to media reports, Canada does not intend to disclose its budget for Eurovision 2027. The decision has raised questions about transparency, not only among Canadian taxpayers who may want to know how public funds are being spent, but also among Eurovision fans closely following the country's historic debut in the contest. Among Eurovision fans, a widely discussed theory is that Canada's participation - representing one of the world's largest economies with longstanding cultural ties to Europe - is intended to offset the departure of countries that have boycotted the contest over Israel's participation. Spain, in particular, has frequently been mentioned in these discussions....

Austria Confirms Internal Selection for Eurovision 2027 Entry

July 28, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Austrian national broadcaster ORF has revealed how Austria will choose its Eurovision 2027 artist and song, confirming a return to an internal selection process. Just two days after ORF confirmed Austria's participation in Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria, the Austrian national broadcaster has officially unveiled its selection process for choosing the country's next representative and song. According to ORF, Austria will return to an internal selection this year after using a televised national final to select its 2026 entry. What prompted the decision? Here are all the details. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ ORF Returns to an Internal Selection The decision to abandon the national final follows Austria's disappointing result at Eurovision 2026. Last year, ORF launched "Vienna Calling - Wer singt für Österreich?", the country's first televised Eurovision selection since 2016. However, the underwhelming outcome at the home contest in Vienna appears to have prompted a major rethink. Singer Cosmó, who won the national final and represented host nation Austria with...

Romania: Eurovision 2027 Participation Confirmed

July 22, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aiming Higher: TVR officially confirms Romania for Eurovision 2027, aiming even higher than last year's best result Romania's national broadcaster TVR has officially confirmed the country's participation in Eurovision 2027. Romania becomes the 15th country to confirm its place in next year's contest, joining debutant Canada, Italy, Israel, Denmark, Cyprus, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, North Macedonia, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, United Kingdom and the host country – Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Romania officially approved its participation in Eurovision 2027, which will take place next May in Bulgaria, following a meeting of the public broadcaster's board of directors. By confirming its participation at such an early stage, TVR hopes to maximize public interest and encourage as many artists and viewers as possible to engage with the competition. Romania is expected to once again select its Eurovision entry through its long-running national selection, "Selectia Nationala." However, the format is expected to undergo significant changes after last year's edition drew criticism for being overly complicated and featuring...

Sofia and Burgas are the Final Eurovision 2027 Host City Candidates

July 13, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); BNT confirms Sofia and Burgas as the final contenders to host Eurovision 2027, with the winning city set to be announced later this month. Now it's official - the race to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in Bulgaria has entered its final stage. It has now been officially confirmed that only two cities - Sofia and Burgas - remain in contention for the right to host Europe's biggest music event. As anticipation continues to build, Bulgaria's national broadcaster BNT is expected to announce which city has secured the coveted hosting rights toward the end of July. The decision is one of the most closely watched milestones in the preparations for next May's Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sofia Remains the Frontrunner Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, is currently considered the leading candidate to host Eurovision 2027, with persistent reports suggesting the city has already emerged as the favorite. During a recent BNT broadcast, viewers briefly noticed...

Peppino di Capri Dies Aged 86: Eurovision and Italian Music Mourn

July 11, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Peppino di Capri, Italy's Eurovision 1991 representative and legendary singer-songwriter, has died aged 86. Heavy mourning has fallen over Italy's music scene and the Eurovision fan community. Legendary singer-songwriter Peppino di Capri, widely regarded as one of the most beloved and influential voices in Italian romantic music, has passed away at the age of 86. His death, just two weeks before what would have been his 87th birthday, leaves a profound void in Italian culture and in the hearts of millions of fans around the world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Memorable Eurovision Legacy Eurovision fans will always remember him for his historic participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 1991, held at Rome's Cinecittà Studios. Italy selected di Capri to represent the host nation with the emotional ballad "Comme è ddoce 'o mare" ("How Sweet the Sea Is"), performed entirely in the Neapolitan language. His performance was filled with warmth, emotion, and charisma, beautifully showcasing the rich musical traditions...

SWR Brings Back Eurovision Winner After Germany’s Eurovision 2026 Failure

July 9, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SWR appoints A Eurovision Winner to lead Germany's Eurovision project after Sarah Engels' disappointing result in Vienna. Did Germany's disappointing performance at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna trigger a major overhaul? Germany was represented this year by Sarah Engels with the song "Fire", finishing in just 23rd place. The disappointing result prompted serious self-reflection within the German delegation and has now led to a dramatic leadership change. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a 12-year absence, Torsten Amarell, who served as Germany's Head of Delegation between 2010 and 2015, will return to lead the Eurovision project for the German national broadcaster SWR. His previous tenure marked one of Germany's most successful periods in the contest, including the country's victory in 2010 and two additional top-ten finishes in the following years. Although Germany finished near the bottom of the scoreboard during the three years that followed, and Amarell's first tenure ended on a painful note with Germany finishing last...

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...