Oscar Diefenthal, Author at EuroMix

Kosovo Demands: A Song Must Be Removed from “Pesma za Evroviziju 2026”

February 4, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A song competing in “Pesma za Evroviziju 26” has sparked regional controversy, after claims from Kosovo allege prohibited political messaging under Eurovision rules On Monday, the Serbian national broadcaster PBS published the list of 24 competing songs in Serbia’s national selection for Eurovision 2026. Alongside widespread anticipation, one entry sparked significant controversy across the Balkan region. The song, titled “Jugoslavija”, has raised questions over whether it meets the eligibility requirements of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), under whose auspices the Eurovision Song Contest is held due to its title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 🚫 #Serbia can’t separate politics from #Eurovision After a song about the “return of the army to #Kosovo ” in PZE, this year there’s a song glorifying #Yugoslavia . If Serbia selects it, the EBU won’t allow it — political messages are banned by the rules. pic.twitter.com/HpuDf1hhQn — Eurovision Kosovo (@ESCKOSOVO) February 2, 2026 Political Controversy in Serbia On the same day, a...

Official: DARA Will Not Withdraw from the Eurovision 2026

February 2, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bulgarian singer DARA confirms she will remain Bulgaria’s Eurovision 2026 representative despite backlash, online controversy, and voting allegations. This evening (Monday), Bulgarian singer DARA, Bulgaria’s representative for Eurovision 2026, shared on social media that she has no intention of withdrawing from Eurovision 2026. This follows several hours of uncertainty regarding her participation, after she revealed earlier today that she was considering stepping down from the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); View this post on Instagram “All of us, Bulgaria, will shine on the map” In her personal post, DARA revealed the intensity of the drama she has experienced in recent days and the emotional toll caused by the criticism directed at her. Nevertheless, she emphasized that she will continue on her path and represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026, choosing to stand firm in the face of hatred and harsh reactions, driven by her desire to present her country on the world’s biggest stage. As reported earlier,...

Serbia: Songs for “Pesma za Evroviziju 2026” Revealed

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

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Serbian national broadcaster has unveiled the 24 songs competing in “Pesma za Evroviziju 2026”. The winning entry will represent Serbia at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The Serbian national broadcaster, RTS, has published the 24 songs that will compete in the local Eurovision national selection, “Pesma za Evroviziju 2026”, competing for the right to represent Serbia at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. All songs are available for listening on the competition’s official YouTube channel. The national final will take place on February 28. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How Serbia Will Select Its Eurovision 2026 Entry As in previous years, the national selection will feature two semi-finals, scheduled for February 24th and February 26th. Each semi-final will include 12 competing artists, with seven acts from each show qualifying for the grand final, which will be held on February 28th. The winner of the national selection will be determined through a combined voting system consisting...

Drama Continues: DARA Considers Withdrawing from Eurovision 2026 After Backlash in Bulgaria

February 2, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DARA, Bulgaria’s Eurovision 2026 representative, considers withdrawal after backlash and declining motivation, with a final decision expected within hours. It was reported this morning that DARA, Bulgaria’s representative for Eurovision 2026, has announced that she may withdraw from the competition. In an interview, the singer revealed that a wave of negative reactions and a lack of trust in her abilities have significantly reduced her motivation to participate, clarifying that a final decision will be made by the end of the day. This marks a dramatic development that could reshape the Eurovision 2026 landscape, coming just days after DARA’s official selection in ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Crisis Immediately After Selection DARA, who was chosen to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026, addressed the social media backlash directly today (Monday). According to her, the harsh criticism directed at her went beyond legitimate musical debate and turned into personal attacks. “The most hurtful thing is the...

BNT Responds to Voting Allegations in ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״

February 2, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Bulgarian national broadcaster addresses rumors and explains the voting process in the local Eurovision national final, following online allegations of vote manipulation after the results were announced. On Saturday, DARA was announced as Bulgaria’s representative for Eurovision 2026. Shortly after the announcement, various allegations began circulating on social media regarding alleged manipulation of the public vote. Users shared images and tables containing unofficial voting data, alongside claims that the selected representative had not been chosen fairly and that the voting results did not reflect viewers’ actual preferences. These publications sparked public controversy and led to widespread speculation about how the voting process in the ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״ was conducted. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In response to the allegations, the Bulgarian national broadcaster, BNT, issued an official statement yesterday (Sunday), emphasizing that information circulating on social media should not be considered credible. The national broadcaster clarified that the claims constitute fake news, and...

DARA to Represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026

January 31, 2026February 2, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DARA has been selected to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026 after winning ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״ Her competing song will be chosen during a final show on February 28th. DARA has been chosen to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th and 16th. The song will be selected during the third and final stage of the Bulgarian selection process on February 28th. On that night, DARA will perform three songs, with the winning entry determined by a combined vote of 50% jury and 50% public televoting. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Selection Process DARA was selected through "Natsionalna Selektsija", consisting of three televised shows. The second show concluded on Saturday, during which the Eurovision representative was chosen. In the third and final show, scheduled for February 28th, the song that will represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, will be selected. DARA - Who Are You? DARA, whose...

Scandal in Poland: Eurovision 2026 National Final Results to Be Revealed Only the Next Morning

January 30, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Poland’s national broadcaster TVP will announce the winner of “Polskie Kwalifikacje 2026" final only the morning after the show, according to local reports, raising questions over how the selection process deteriorated. The final of “Polskie Kwalifikacje 2026", for the contest set to take place in Vienna, Austria, will be broadcast on 7 March. According to local reports, the results will only be revealed the following morning on the breakfast television programme “Pytaniu na Śniadanie” (“Question for Breakfast”). Just a few months ago, Poland’s national broadcaster (TVP) had planned to stage the national final as a large-scale arena show with tickets available to the general public. The aim was to attract a much larger audience, create an experience comparable to an international concert, generate broad media attention, and align with other European countries where Eurovision national selections have evolved into major spectacle events. How did the selection deteriorate into a low-level, studio-only television production? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Polish Selection...

Ukraine: “Vidbir 2026” Judges Revealed!

January 30, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Ukrainian national broadcaster Suspilne has announced the five judges for the “Vidbir 2026” final on 7 February, which will select Ukraine’s representative for the Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria The Ukrainian national broadcaster Suspilne, which leads “Vidbir 2026” has officially revealed the members of its judging panel. This year marks a notable change in the jury’s composition, expanding from three to five judges. In addition, the judges were not selected via an online public vote, but instead appointed internally by the national broadcaster. According to Herman Nenov, producer of the Ukrainian Eurovision national selection, the jury was expanded in order to incorporate a broader range of professional perspectives when evaluating Ukraine’s potential Eurovision entry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who Are the Judges of Vidbir 2026? • Ruslana – Winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2004 with “Wild Dances”. • Zlata Ognevich – Represented Ukraine at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with “Gravity”, finishing in third...

Malta Protest Targets Eurovision 2026: Calls for Withdrawal Over Israel’s Participation in Valletta

January 30, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Pro-Palestinian groups in Malta announce a national protest urging withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s participation, intensifying political pressure on the contest. It emerged today for the first time that a pro-Palestinian campaign in Malta has announced a nationwide demonstration against Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, calling on the Maltese government to lead a withdrawal from the contest as long as Israel remains a participant. This marks another forceful and controversial move that once again places Eurovision 2026 at the center of political turmoil, with a direct challenge to the legitimacy of Israel’s participation in the competition. The demonstration is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 21 February, at 16:00 local time, in front of the Parliament building in Valletta, carrying a sharp and unequivocal message: “No music during genocide.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Call for Withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 and Severe Accusations Against Israel The protest organizers are demanding that Malta withdraw from the competition...

Germany: The New Format for “Das Deutsche Finale 2026” Revealed!

January 20, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s national broadcaster SWR has unveiled the new format for “Das Deutsche Finale 2026”, with the winner set to represent Germany at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Germany’s national broadcaster SWR has just revealed the new format for “Eurovision Song Contest – Das Deutsche Finale 2026”, which will take place on February 28th, at 20:15 CET. However, SWR clarified that additional details about the full format are expected to be announced in the coming days. The national final will be hosted by German actress and singer Barbara Schöneberger and beloved Eurovision 2025 host Hazel Brugger. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The new selection format Following last year’s national final, “Chefsache ESC 2025”, Stefan Raab and a small committee were responsible for selecting the participants for both the semi-final and the final, with the German public only gaining the power to choose the representative at the final stage from five finalists selected by the same committee. This...