Oscar Diefenthal, Author at EuroMix

Albania Eurovision 2027: Arsi Bako Secures First Spot in Festivali i Këngës 65

June 8, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Arsi Bako won Albania’s Festivali i Pranverës with “Humb” and became the first artist confirmed for Festivali i Këngës 65, potentially entering the early Eurovision 2027 selection race. The Albanian singer Arsi Bako has become the first artist to secure a place in the upcoming edition of “Festivali i Këngës”, after winning the Albanian Spring Festival “Festivali i Pranverës” with the song "Humb" (In English: “to lose”). Under the new format introduced by Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH, the winner of the competition receives an automatic entry into “Festivali i Këngës 65”. However, it is important to underline that Albania has not yet officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2027, nor has it announced how its entry will be selected. Nevertheless, in recent years “Festivali i Këngës” has consistently served as Albania’s Eurovision selection format, and many Eurovision fans expect this tradition to continue. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ View this post on Instagram The Albanian Spring Festival “Festivali i Pranverës” has...

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

May 5, 2026May 6, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Denmark’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Søren Torpegaard Lund, held his first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Før vi går hjem". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The stage in Vienna, Austria, hosted a first rehearsal that felt less like a test run and more like a performance already perfected. Søren Torpegaard Lund stepped up with "Før vi går hjem" (In English: “Before We Go Home”) carrying a hermetically sealed concept: the famous box from Denmark’s "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" was transferred as-is to the Eurovision stage. No dismantling, no rebuilding — as if any alteration might risk losing a gram of its magic. From the very first note, it is clear: this is not an adaptation to a new stage, but a precise reconstruction with targeted upgrades. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Denmark's First Rehearsal: More Details At the beginning of the song, Søren stands inside the box dressed in black leather trousers and a glowing aquamarine shirt. Red...

Luxembourg’s First Rehearsal: Eva Marija Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 4, 2026May 5, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Luxembourg’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Eva Marija, held her first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Mother Nature". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The stage in Vienna seemed to take on a life of its own. From the very first sound, it was clear this was no routine rehearsal, but a performance designed to consume the entire arena. Eva Marija stepped onto the stage as if she commanded every element surrounding her. The song “Mother Nature” opens with the giant screens filling with earthy tones and awakening vegetation, turning the hall into a living, breathing environment. Butterflies, birds, and blooming buds are brought to life around her through graphics and staging, and Eva Marija does not remain still for a single moment. She moves freely across the stage, interacting with the visuals as though they are real creatures responding to her. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Luxembourg's First Rehearsal: Constant Movement and a Dress that Tells a Story Dressed in natural...

San Marino’s First Rehearsal: Senhit Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 3, 2026May 3, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Senhit, held her first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Superstar." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The first rehearsal of Senhit together with global star Boy George for the song “Superstar” on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria, did not look like an ordinary run-through, but like a performance already polished for the Grand Final. From the very first moment, it is clear that the San Marino delegation has come to stand out, bringing four dancers and a particularly intriguing addition. A special guest joins the stage, perfectly embodying the song’s message – the global superstar himself, Boy George. Senhit, performing as song number 13 in the semi-final, appears confident and precise in her movements, with every glance and every step carefully timed. The on-stage connection between her and Boy George feels natural, almost inevitable, as if this performance had been crafted over many years. Their interaction generates interest from...

Moldova’s First Rehearsal: Satoshi Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

May 2, 2026May 2, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Moldova’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Satoshi, held his first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Viva, Moldova." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The first rehearsal of Moldova at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, opened like the starting shot of a massive party. From the very first moment, it is clear this is not just another performance but a show designed to lift the entire arena to its feet. Satoshi does not wait for the crowd to warm up, he is the one igniting the spark. Within seconds, the arena understands who is here to set the tempo. The song "Viva, Moldova!" begins as the Moldovan flag lights up in huge beams behind the screen, a sight that is impossible to ignore. Satoshi uses every centimetre of the Wiener Stadthalle stage, jumping, running and commanding the space as if it were his own private platform. The energy familiar from the Moldovan "Selecția Națională" is amplified here many times...

Eurovision Song Contest 24/7 Hits Stream Returns on YouTube for 70 Years Celebration

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 24/7 Eurovision Song Contest hits YouTube stream returns to YouTube for second year, featuring classics, viral songs and nonstop music celebrating 70 years. A 24/7 stream of new performances and classic moments from the Eurovision Song Contest is returning to the official YouTube channel, delivering a continuous flow of hits from across all eras. The non-stop broadcast brings together some of the most memorable performances in the contest’s history. The continuous stream was first launched last year on May 1st, and now returns once again to mark the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, offering fans a constant musical experience throughout the season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Makes a Eurovision Hit? Throughout the stream, viewers will hear the biggest songs in the contest’s history from high-scoring performances on the scoreboard, to viral hits that gained global popularity, and fan-favorite classics that remain beloved over time. The broadcast runs day and night, showcasing a wide variety of Eurovision moments: competitive...

Tali, Luxembourg’s Eurovision 2024 Representative, Releases New Single “(Senti)mental”

April 11, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tali Golergant, Luxembourg’s Eurovision 2024 representative, releases her new single “(Senti)mental”, continuing her international music career with a second 2026 release and growing European presence. Tali Golergant, Luxembourg’s representative at the Eurovision 2024, is opening a new chapter in her international music career with the release of her new single, which dropped yesterday (Friday). Since her previous EP, Tali has maintained a relatively low profile, and now returns with a track that presents a more mature, personal, and musically refined version of herself. From the first listen, it is clear that this marks a new artistic phase less Eurovision-oriented and more authentic to her current creative identity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); View this post on Instagram "(Senti)mental" is Tali’s second single released this year coming just one month after "Strawberry Fragrance", which was released on March 13th and received a warm response from audiences across Europe. Once again, she continues to combine emotion, depth, and carefully...

Eurovision Results Night: From Heartbeats to Shockers

April 10, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); From one-point victories to last-second reversals, relive Eurovision’s most thrilling scoreboard moments and iconic wins. Seventy years ago, in a small casino hall in Lugano, Switzerland, only seven countries gathered for a modest song contest. There were no Finnish monsters, no wind machines, and no glass trophies shattering live on air. Seven decades later, the Eurovision Song Contest is no longer just a song competition – it is one of the biggest pop‑culture phenomena in the world. To mark the contest’s 70th anniversary, the “Eurodrama Files” series by EuroMix editors Roie Ben Hoor, Talya Raviv and Oscar Diefental continues its journey deep into the archives. In each episode, we reopen a Eurovision case file to revisit the moments that shaped its history. After exploring point allocation dramas, we now turn to the segment that keeps viewers awake past midnight: the results sequence. What should be the night’s emotional peak often becomes a psychological rollercoaster under the pressure of a live broadcast to 200...

Eurovision Voting Chaos: Zero Points, Political Protests and Live TV Disasters

April 3, 2026April 9, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Unforgettable Eurovision voting disasters, political protests, jury scandals, and iconic zero-point humiliations that production teams wished viewers would forget. Seventy years ago, in a small casino hall in Lugano, Switzerland, only seven countries gathered for a modest song contest. There were no Finnish monsters, no wind machines, and no glass trophies shattering live on air. Seven decades later, the Eurovision Song Contest is no longer just a song competition – it is one of the biggest pop‑culture phenomena in the world. To mark the contest’s 70th anniversary, the “Eurodrama Files” series by EuroMix editors Roie Ben Hoor, Talya Raviv and Oscar Diefenthal continues its journey deep into the archives. In each episode, we revisit moments that shaped Eurovision history. After the “Intruders and Protests” case, we now turn to a different nightmare: the voting sequence. What should be the most suspenseful part often becomes live TV chaos with language issues, technical failures, attention-seeking spokespersons, and even political tension. Welcome to the “Voting File.” Get...

Which Eurovision Star Surprised on Britain’s Got Talent – and Broke the Internet?

April 1, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Moldovan saxophonist, "Epic Sax Guy", returned to Britain’s Got Talent, thrilling audiences and promising a surprise duet with KSI. Last week, a saxophonist took the stage of the British talent show Britain’s Got Talent, opening with a musical segment recognized by millions worldwide within seconds. At first, it seemed like another colorful performance, but moments later, judges and the audience realized it was an especially iconic figure from the world of Eurovision and viral culture. The atmosphere in the studio shifted rapidly when the judge KSI expressed extraordinary enthusiasm. He revealed that he had previously created his own version of the famous saxophone segment and even declared live, “If he advances to the next round, I will perform his song with him on stage”. By the end of the audition, the contestant received four “yes” votes and advanced to the next round. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The performer on the show was Sergey...