Finland: UMK Winner Can Refuse Eurovision Participation

Finland: UMK Winner Can Refuse Eurovision Participation

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Just days before “UMK 2026” final, Finnish broadcaster YLE has taken a step back, announcing that the winner will not be obligated to represent the country at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. This coming Saturday, seven songs will compete in the final of Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu for the right to represent Finland at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. However, YLE has now clarified that the winner will be allowed to decline participation in Eurovision, even if the reason is opposition to Israel’s participation in the contest. What is happening behind the scenes in the country currently leading the betting odds? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “We cannot force anyone to go anywhere” With only four days remaining until the UMK final, Finland’s public broadcaster has issued a clarification that is already stirring debate domestically and raising questions across Europe. According to the competition’s rules, UMK is intended to select Finland’s representative for Eurovision. Yet, amid the...
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Denmark in Trouble? Lyrics of Its Eurovision 2026 Entry Censored

Denmark in Trouble? Lyrics of Its Eurovision 2026 Entry Censored

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Days after Denmark selected its entry for Eurovision 2026, the song has already been censored in its official YouTube version. At the same time, Denmark’s national broadcaster is reportedly considering further changes. Last Saturday, Denmark held the "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" final, choosing “Før vi går hjem” (English: “Before We Go Home”) performed by Søren Torpegaard Lund as its entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. What should have marked a confident step toward the Eurovision stage is now beginning to look like the start of unexpected turbulence, as the song has already faced official intervention and censorship upon being uploaded to the contest’s official platforms. Meanwhile, new reports suggest that Denmark may be weighing an additional dramatic changes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Censorship of the Danish Entry On the night of his victory, Lund performed the song in its original version, as released prior to the national final. However, once the performance was uploaded to the official Eurovision YouTube channel,...
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Greece: Akylas To Perform “Ferto” At Eurovision

Greece: Akylas To Perform “Ferto” At Eurovision

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greece at Eurovision 2026: Akylas will perform the song "Ferto" in the first semi-final on May 12th in Vienna, Austria. Listen to the song.  “Ferto” (in English: “Bring in”) is the name of the song to be performed by singer Akylas, who will represent Greece at Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th and 16th. The song was written and composed, among others, by Akylas himself and Teo Pouzbouris, who represented Greece at the Eurovision 2014, known as Freaky Fortune. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At the beginning of the performance, Akylas appears on stage wearing oversized red boots, a puffy suit and sunglasses. Very quickly, the stage transforms into a video game setting inspired by "Super Mario". At the end of the first verse, two dancers join him, while a slot machine featuring Akylas’ face appears on the screen behind him. Two additional dancers then enter, and the LED backdrop fills with references...
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Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Greece at Eurovision 2026?

Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Greece 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 "Sing for Greece". Who should represent Greece at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The final of "Sing for Greece" will take place tomorrow, Sunday, February 15th, 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 "Sing for Greece". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Greece? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Evangelia - "Paréa" An absolute powerhouse! Evangelia arrives at the Greek national selection with an infectious, high-energy track that embodies everything we want from Greece at Eurovision! The rhythm instantly grabs you, the joy in the...
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“Sing for Greece 2026”: First Semi-Final Results

“Sing for Greece 2026”: First Semi-Final Results

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Seven songs have advanced to the final of “Sing for Greece 2026”, which will take place on February 15th. The First semi final of "Sing for Greece 2026" took place tonight and 14 artists compete for seven spots in the final. The first semi-final was held at the "Peiraios 260" in Athens, and was hosted by Giorgos Kapoutzidis, Betty Maggira and Katerina Vrana. At the end of the evening, seven songs qualified for the final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Semi-Final Qualifiers: Alexandra Sieti – The Other Side Akylas – Ferto Evangelia – Paréa Marseaux – Khánomai Rosanna Mailan – Alma STEFI – Europa STYLIANOS – You & I Click on the song title to listen! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Among the finalist you can find a familiar name - Evangelia, which competed in the Greek national selection last year with the song “Vále” and finished in second place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Don't Forget to...
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Tonight at 20:00 CET: “Sing for Greece 2026” First Semi-Final

Tonight at 20:00 CET: “Sing for Greece 2026” First Semi-Final

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Tonight at 20:00 CET The first semi-final of "Sing for Greece 2026" takes place. Seven songs will secure their place in the final. A viewing link is provided. The first semi-final of “Sing for Greece 2026,” will take place tonight at 20:00 CET at the Peiraios 260 venue in Athens, and will be broadcast by the Greek national television network. 14 contestants will compete for seven spots in the final, which will be held on Sunday, February 15. Public voting will be open to viewers worldwide via a QR code that will appear on screen during the broadcast. The show will be hosted by Giorgos Kapoutzidis, Betty Maggira, and Katerina Vrana. To watch the first semi-final live from 20:00 – click here and follow the registration instructions!   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The second semi-final will take place this coming Friday, February 13, with seven additional acts qualifying for the final, which will be held on February 15. The winner...
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Latvia: Second “Supernova 2026” Semi-Final Results

Latvia: Second “Supernova 2026” Semi-Final Results

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Five more songs have advanced to the final of “Supernova 2026”, which will take place on February 14th. The second semi final of "Supernova 2026" took place tonight and 12 more artists compete for five spots in the final. The second semi-final was held at the Riga Film Studio in Latvia’s capital, Riga, and was hosted by Ketija Šēnberga, Lauris Reiniks, and Māra Sleja. At the end of the evening, five songs qualified for the final, joining the five selected in the first semi-final. Another spot is reserved for the decision of the Latvian national broadcaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Second Semi-Final Qualifiers: Atvara - "Ena" Krisy - "Take It" Legzdina - "Ribbon" Miks Galvanovskis - "Cruel Angel" Robert Ox - "Ravin' At the Taj Mahal" First Semi-Final Qualifiers: Tikasha Sakama – “#010126 Coda“ Elpo – “Blakus“ Emilija – “All We Ever Had“ Kautkaili – “Te Un Tagad“ De Mantra – “Let Them“ Click on the song title to listen! Among the finalists...
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Tonight at 18:00 CET: Ukraine Selects Its Entry for Eurovision

Tonight at 18:00 CET: Ukraine Selects Its Entry for Eurovision

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 18:00 CET as Ukraine's "Vidbir 2026" airs, choosing the country's entry for Eurovision 2026. A link for viewing is provided. Tonight at 18:00 CET, "Vidbir 2026" will take place, culminating in the selection of the representative and song for Ukraine at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Ten contestants will compete, with the winner chosen by a combination of 50% public vote and 50% jury vote. In case of a tie, the public vote will be the deciding factor. Ukraine will be the sixth country to select the song that will represent it at Eurovision 2026, after Albania, Montenegro, Moldova, Malta and Luxembourg, and the 11th country to select its representative, with Cyprus, Georgia, Switzerland, Israel and Bulgaria also joining the list. The final will begin at 18:00 and continue until 21:00 CET. To watch Ukraine's "Vidbir 2026" – click here! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Vidbir 2026" will be hosted by Timur Miroshnychenko and...
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Israel: Noam Bettan’s Song for Eurovision 2026 to Be Selected Tomorrow

Israel: Noam Bettan’s Song for Eurovision 2026 to Be Selected Tomorrow

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); KAN confirms: Noam Bettan’s song for Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna, Austria, will be chosen tomorrow morning. Amit Harari from the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation KAN reveals that the committee responsible for selecting Israel’s song for Eurovision 2026 is expected to convene tomorrow morning. During the meeting, the song that Noam Bettan will perform in  Vienna, Austria, will be chosen. The names of the songwriters and the musical style are expected to be announced to the public as early as tomorrow, immediately after the selection. The song will be officially unveiled during a live primetime broadcast on Thursday, March 5th, immediately following the evening news on KAN 11. Among the songwriters who submitted a song to the commitee is Israel's representative last year in Basel - Yuval Raphael. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Israeli Song Selection Process Tomorrow morning will mark the culmination of the Israeli Eurovision song selection process. After dozens...
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Lenny Kuhr Announces Retirement, Citing “Division” Around the Contest

Lenny Kuhr Announces Retirement, Citing “Division” Around the Contest

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutch singer will bring an end to her six-decade career this year, pointing to her husband’s health and an increasingly divided atmosphere that has cast a shadow over the Eurovision community. Lenny Kuhr, one of the most prominent voices in Dutch music and a winner of the Eurovision 1969, has announced her retirement from the music industry. The 75-year-old singer shared the news on her Instagram account, explaining that her decision is primarily due to her husband’s health, but also to what she described as “division” surrounding the cultural climate in recent years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sharing the news with a tone of gratitude, Kuhr turned to her followers on Instagram. She wrote: "Filled with gratitude for such a long life, in love with the muse who always preceded me, I say this with a heavy heart". Her outspoken support for Israel has, in recent years, made her a target of criticism and...
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