Rachel Geron, Author at EuroMix

San Marino’s Representative Triggers Another Storm With New Statement

April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...

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

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...

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

March 8, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...

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

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...

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

February 28, 2026March 6, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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"...

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

February 26, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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....

Finland: UMK Winner Can Refuse Eurovision Participation

February 24, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...

Denmark in Trouble? Lyrics of Its Eurovision 2026 Entry Censored

February 18, 2026February 19, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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,...

Greece: Akylas To Perform “Ferto” At Eurovision

February 15, 2026March 6, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...

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

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(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...