Eurovision 2026 Kicks Off: EuroMix Heads to Vienna With Full On-Ground Coverage

Eurovision 2026 Kicks Off: EuroMix Heads to Vienna With Full On-Ground Coverage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As delegations arrive in Vienna and rehearsals begin, EuroMix joins the action with live updates, interviews, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout Eurovision 2026. Eurovision 2026 season has officially begun. With just two weeks to go until the Grand Final, delegations from across Europe are already arriving in Austria. As the city prepares to host Eurovision 2026 The EuroMix team will also be heading to Vienna in the coming days. Join us for full coverage from the ground, including live updates, interviews, and exclusive content throughout the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The moment we have all been waiting for has arrived and the Eurovision season is officially underway. The eyes of Europe and Eurovision fans around the world are now on Vienna, as it fills with delegations from across the continent and with the first rehearsals on the main stage set to begin in the coming hours, it is now official: Eurovision 2026 has begun. Among those joining the artists...
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Estonia: Eurovision Version of “Too Epic to Be True” Revealed

Estonia: Eurovision Version of “Too Epic to Be True” Revealed

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Vanilla Ninja release the final and official version of their song “Too Epic to Be True,” featuring a more dynamic production tailored for the big stage in Vienna. Listen to the song and watch the new music video here. The Estonian entry for Eurovision 2026, Vanilla Ninja, unveiled today the final and revamped version of their entry, “Too Epic to Be True.” Alongside the updated track, an official music video has also been released ahead of their journey to Vienna. Watch the official music video: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Revamping the Estonian Entry for Eurovision he band members shared that they felt the need to upgrade the song to make it more “punchy” and alive on stage. The new version leans further into a powerful pop-rock style, aiming to fully capitalize on the energy of a live performance in front of a European audience. They also revealed that their performance in Vienna will be fundamentally different from what we saw at...
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The “Café Manager” of Eurovision 2026: Green Room Host Revealed

The “Café Manager” of Eurovision 2026: Green Room Host Revealed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Austrian Eurovision production reveals its Green Room, or “Coffee Room”, host. Emily Busvine will be at the heart of the most unforgettable moments of Eurovision 2026. Here’s everything we know so far. Just before the lights go up and the stage of Eurovision 2026 comes to life in Vienna, Austria, one of the most intriguing behind-the-scenes roles has been revealed. The Austrian national broadcaster ORF has announced that Emily Busvine will host the Green Room, the place where the real drama unfolds after each performance. According to Busvine, she will take on a role akin to a “waitress” or café manager within the concept, as the Green Room will be designed as a traditional Viennese coffee house connected directly to the main stage. Between moments of tension, excitement, and anticipation for the results, Busvine is expected to stand at the center of the most human moments of the upcoming contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   ORF confirmed that...
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Iceland: RÚV to Broadcast Eurovision 2026 Nationally Despite Withdrawal

Iceland: RÚV to Broadcast Eurovision 2026 Nationally Despite Withdrawal

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Iceland's national broadcaster has confirmed it will air Eurovision 2026 domestically by releasing its May schedule. The broadcast proceeds despite the country's withdrawal from the contest. Iceland will not participatein Eurovision 2026, set to take place this year in Vienna, yet it has announced the broadcast of the contest and the channels involved. Both semi-finals and the grand final will air live on the secondary channel RÚV 2, while the two semi-finals will also be shown on the main national channel RÚV in a delayed format to provide viewers with an additional viewing option. The first semi-final will air delayed by one hour and 15 minutes, and the second semi-final by 40 minutes. The grand final will not air on RÚV due to local municipal elections in Iceland occurring on the same day, along with a special election-night programming slate. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As recalled, Iceland boasts some of Europe's highest viewing figures for the contest, with 97.8%...
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San Marino’s Representative Triggers Another Storm With New Statement

San Marino’s Representative Triggers Another Storm With New Statement

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino’s Eurovision 2026 representatives once again draw attentions. This time, after Boy George backing Israel with a new post on X. Eurovision 2026 is fast approaching, and while most artists are focused on rehearsals and preparations for the upcoming contest, San Marino’s representatives appear to be at the center of continuous headlines. Since Senhit won the national selection with the song "Superstar", the representatives has barely had a moment of quiet. Once again, the spotlight falls on Boy George, whose absence from the national final initially sparked speculation, followed by further controversy regarding his potential appearance in Vienna and after engaging in heated exchanges with fans on social media, a new chapter has now emerged, this time involving a public statement of support for Israel. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The ongoing attention surrounding San Marino’s Eurovision 2026 entry has long extended beyond the contest itself. Since Senhit’s victory with "Superstar", a performance in which Boy George did not...
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Boy George at Eurovision 2026? Senhit Finally Addresses the Big Question

Boy George at Eurovision 2026? Senhit Finally Addresses the Big Question

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino at Eurovision 2026: After missing the national final stage, Senhit reveals whether Boy George is expected to appear with her on the big stage in Vienna, Austria. Italian singer Senhit, who will represent San Marino for the third time at the Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria, with the song “Superstar”, has addressed for the first time the speculation surrounding the participation of British singer Boy George in the Eurovision performance. The discussion emerged after he was absent from the Sammarinese national selection and is currently not listed as a performing artist on Eurovision’s official artist list. The latest drama closely mirrors the singer’s previous participation in the contest. Will history repeat itself? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A week has passed since Senhit won the San Marino national selection with the song “Superstar”, yet one question continues to occupy Eurovision fans: will the iconic British singer Boy George actually appear alongside her on the Eurovision...
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Portugal: Bandidos do Cante to Perform “Rosa” at Eurovision 2026

Portugal: Bandidos do Cante to Perform “Rosa” at Eurovision 2026

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal at Eurovision 2026: Bandidos do Cante won "Festival da Canção 2026" and will represent the country at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria with the song "Rosa". Listen to the song. Bandidos do Cante are the winners of "Festival da Canção 2026". Unlike 13 other contestants in the competition, the band had declared that they would be willing to represent the country and would not boycott Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria. Bandidos are expected to perform at Eurovision with the song that won them "Festival da Canção" – “Rosa”. The song was written by the band members Miguel Costa, Luís Aleixo, Francisco Raposo, Francisco Pestana, and Duarte Farias, together with Bluay, Kasha, Gui Alface, and Gonçalo Narciso. The song is performed entirely in Portuguese. Portugal will compete in the first half of the first semi-final on May 12th. Currently, Portugal is ranked 31st in the betting tables ahead of Eurovision 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The band’s...
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Portugal At Eurovision 2026: Results Of Festival Da Canção’s Second Semi Final

Portugal At Eurovision 2026: Results Of Festival Da Canção’s Second Semi Final

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The selection of Portugal’s entry for Eurovision: The second semi-final took place this evening, and another five contestants have secured their spots in the grand final of “Festival da Canção 2026”. The second show of Portugal’s national Eurovision selection, “Festival da Canção 2026,” took place this evening. Eight artists competed for five of the ten spots available in the final. Four of the qualifiers were chosen through a combination of 50% audience votes and 50% jury votes, while the fifth finalist was selected in an additional round based solely on 100% public voting. The semifinal was held at the Valentim de Carvalho studios in Lisbon, hosted by Filomena Cautela, Alexandre Guimarães, and Catarina Maia. The final scheduled to take place on March 7 in Lisbon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Finalists Of "Festival da Canção 2026”: Gonçalo Gomes – Doce Ilusão (Refuses to represent Portugal in Eurovision 2026) Silvana Peres – Não tem fim (Refuses to represent Portugal in Eurovision 2026) Sandrino – Disposto a tudo Bandidos do Cante – Rosa João Ribeiro – Canção do Querer...
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Tonight at 22:00 CET: Second Semi-Final of “Festival Da Canção 2026”

Tonight at 22:00 CET: Second Semi-Final of “Festival Da Canção 2026”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 22:00 CET, the second semi-final of “Festival da Canção 2026” takes place. Five songs will earn their place in the grand final. Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight will take place the second night of Portugal’s “Festival da Canção 2026”. Eight artists will compete for five spots in the grand final. Four finalists will be chosen through a combination of 50% public votes and 50% jury votes, while the fifth finalist will be decided by a second round of 100% public voting. The semi-final will take place at the Valentim de Carvalho studios in Lisbon, hosted by Filomena Cautela, Alexandre Guimarães, and Catarina Maia. This is the second of two semi-finals, with the grand final - where Portugal’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will be selected - scheduled for March 7th in Lisbon. The second semi-final will start at 22:00 and is expected to run until 01:00 CET. Watch the second semi-final of "Festival da Canção 2026"...
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Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Lithuania at Eurovision 2026?

Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Lithuania at Eurovision 2026?

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in “Eurovizija.LT”. Who should represent Lithuania at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The final of “Eurovizija.LT” will take place tomorrow, Friday, February 27th, 2026, at 20:00 CET. The winner of the local competition will represent the country at Eurovision 2026 which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The winner will be chosen through a combination of votes from the televotes (50%) and jury (50%). In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered to listen to the participating songs and select their favorites from “Eurovizija.LT”. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Greece? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Atikin - "Deganti žemelė" The song “Deganti žemelė” is a decent track that blends folk elements with modern Lithuanian hip-hop. It slightly reminds me of ״Stefania״ by Kalush Orchestra, which won Eurovision Song Contest 2022 - but this one is definitely much weaker....
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