Roie Ben Hoor, Author at EuroMix

Dara Wins Eurovision 2026 as Sofia and Burgas Fight to Host

May 17, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dara wins Eurovision 2026 for Bulgaria with "Bangaranga," triggering an immediate host city battle between Sofia and Burgas for 2027. Bulgarian history in Vienna! The singer Dara and her electrifying performance of the song "Bangaranga" conquered Europe, securing Bulgaria's first-ever victory in the Eurovision Song Contest at its 70th edition. This historic win comes after 15 years of participation for the country in the European competition. However, it appears that no one in Bulgaria is wasting a single minute on quiet celebrations. Immediately after the victory was announced, the opening shot was fired in the battle to host Eurovision 2027, with two major cities already declaring their intentions to produce the mega-event. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‏ Burgas Makes the First Move The first to throw down the gauntlet was the mayor of Burgas, the popular coastal city well-known to international tourists, including those from Israel. The mayor, Dimitar Nikolov, rushed to publish a public post on Facebook officially demanding that...

Tonight at 21:00 CET: the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026

May 16, 2026May 16, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will be broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. 25 Countries are set to take the stage in a high-stakes musical battle. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the show. Photo: EBU Tonight (Saturday, May 16th) at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. 25 countries will compete in the decisive show, with only one nation claiming the title of "Eurovision 2026 Winner". The final results will be determined by a 50/50 split between the jury voting, which was decided during last night's jury show, and the public televote. Among the competitors tonight is the Israeli entry, Noam Bettan, along with several top favorites to win who have led the betting odds throughout the season: the Finnish duo Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen, the Danish artist Søren Torpegaard Lund, and Australia's Delta Goodrem. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Historic Venue and Star-Studded Hosting The...

Eurovision 2026 Odds: Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen Lead Betting

May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 by Roie Ben HoorNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen lead Eurovision 2026 odds with 43%, followed by Delta Goodrem and Achilleas as the final approaches. The two semi-finals for Eurovision 2026, held in Vienna, Austria, are now behind us, and we bring you the most updated and comprehensive betting table as of today. Dramatic and surprising changes have been recorded in the national rankings over the last 24 hours. It appears the performances in the semi-finals have led to significant shifts, potentially signaling a new favorite for the trophy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Current Leaders in the Betting Odds First Place: Finland, with the song "Liekinheitin" (in English: "Flamethrower") performed by Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen, is emerging as the clear favorite to win with a 43% chance. This figure is higher than the winning probability of Sweden (42%) which led the pack last year. A day before the Grand Final, the Finnish entry continues to strengthen, marking...

Tonight at 21:00 CET: the Second Semi Final of Eurovision 2026

May 14, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 21:00 CET, the second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 will be broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. 15 Countries are set to take the stage in a high-stakes musical battle. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the show. Photo: EBU Tonight, May 14th, the Wiener Stadthalle will welcome 15 competing countries in the second live show of the season. Only 10 of these acts will secure a place in the Grand Final on Saturday, May 16th. These qualifiers will join the "Big Four"—Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France—as well as the host nation, Austria, who are already pre-qualified. While last year’s qualifiers were chosen exclusively by the public, this edition sees the return of a split voting system. The results tonight will be determined by a combination of jury points (50%), which were cast during last night's rehearsal, and the live public vote (50%). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Historic Venue and Star-Studded Hosting The event takes place...

Eurovision 2026 Betting: Finland Dominates as Sweden Collapses

May 11, 2026 by Roie Ben HoorNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland leads Eurovision 2026 odds after rehearsals in Vienna, while Sweden drops and Noam Bettan holds sixth place for Israel. The second round of rehearsals for Eurovision 2026, held on stage in Vienna, Austria, has concluded. Following the latest footage from the arena, the betting markets have been updated with the most comprehensive data available. The past few days have seen dramatic shifts in the national rankings, with several countries experiencing momentum changes that could impact their chances of qualifying for the Grand Final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Current Leaders in the Betting Odds Currently leading the odds is Finland with the song "Liekinheitin" (in English: "Flamethrower"), performed by Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen. They have emerged as the clear favorites to win with a 38% probability. This figure is remarkably close to the 39% winning chance held by Sweden at this stage last year. As the first semi-final approaches, the Finnish entry continues...

Boy George and Senhit Tease “Secret” Eurovision 2026 Staging in Vienna

May 10, 2026May 10, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Boy George and Senhit discuss San Marino’s Eurovision 2026 plans, praise Noam Bettan, and perform a Hebrew prayer in an interview with EuroMix. Eurovision week in Vienna is shifting into high gear as delegations begin to mingle behind the scenes. Shahar Asido, Social Media Manager for EuroMix, caught up with one of the most intriguing duos of the year for an exclusive and entertaining interview: the San Marinese representatives for Eurovision 2026 - iconic pop star Boy George and singer Senhit. ‎ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Rehearsals and Secrets on the Vienna Stage The duo appeared to be in high spirits ahead of the first semi-final on Tuesday, May 12th. Senhit noted that rehearsals have been going exceptionally well: "It was mostly technical stuff, but now we know everything, we are ready to party and we can't wait to be on stage on Tuesday" Boy George added that once the crowd joins them in the arena, "It’s going to be...

Live from Vienna: ORF Opens the Eurovision 2026 Turquoise Carpet

May 10, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ORF kicks off Eurovision 2026 in Vienna with the Turquoise Carpet. All 35 delegations join the historic celebration. After two intense weeks of rehearsals, backstage dramas, and record-breaking viewing figures, it is time to slow down, put on evening wear, and celebrate. Today, Sunday, May 10th, the Eurovision 2026 week in Vienna officially begins with the traditional reception - the Turquoise Carpet event. The ceremony will start at 17:00 CET. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Historic Route in Vienna This year, the Austrian host broadcaster ORF has decided to push the opening ceremony to its limits. The Turquoise Carpet event marks the only moment in the competition where all 35 participating delegations will walk together. The prestigious route will begin at the famous Burgtheater and continue to Vienna's magnificent City Hall. To transform the event into a massive public celebration, the complex is open to the general public and is expected to host up to 30,000 enthusiastic fans who will...

Finland and EBU Make Eurovision History with Live Music Rule Change

May 6, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); EBU grants Finland a historic exception for Eurovision 2026, allowing Linda Lampenius to perform live violin parts on the Vienna stage. This is undoubtedly one of the most dramatic behind-the-scenes moments of Eurovision 2026 to date. Finland, currently the leading favorite to win in the betting odds, achieved an unprecedented milestone today as the EBU decided to bend one of the oldest and strictest rules of the competition: the absolute ban on live instrumentation on stage. Since 1999, the Eurovision rules have stated unequivocally that all musical instruments appearing on stage are considered stage props only, and the backing track is what is heard in the arena and on the television broadcast. The rule was designed to prevent sound technicalities during the live broadcast and to ensure equality among the participating nations. Details about Finland’s plans for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria - the current betting favorite to win Eurovision - are already beginning to emerge, but anyone expecting the...

Eurovision 2026: Leléka Reveals Staging Secrets for Ukraine

May 1, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ukrainian national broadcaster confirms Illya Dutsyk as director for Leléka’s Eurovision 2026 entry "Ridnym", promising brand-new staging and special effects in Vienna. Eurovision month has officially arrived, and preparations for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna are reaching full speed. The Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, released official and intriguing details today, May 1st, regarding the planned performance for Leléka and her song "Ridnym". Ukraine, consistently recognized for its mesmerizing visual presentations, is preparing several surprises for the stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Illya Dutsyk to Lead Artistic Vision The man leading the artistic vision for the Ukrainian performance this year is director Illya Dutsyk. While this marks his debut on theEurovision stage, Dutsyk is no stranger to the world of the competition - he was the creative force behind the memorable staging for the band Ziferblat during the 2025 Ukrainian national selection. According to the team, the concept for the performance in Vienna will be built around a...

Søren Torpegaard Lund Reveal Staging Changes for Eurovision 2026

April 27, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DR updates Søren Torpegaard Lund's staging for Eurovision 2026 with pyrotechnics and glass, as the Danish national broadcaster begins early 2027 hosting talks. Denmark continues to solidify its position as one of the major favorites to win Eurovision 2026, and it seems things are heating up behind the scenes in Copenhagen - literally. Following an interview given to EuroMix at a pre-party in London, the Danish representative, Søren Torpegaard Lund, uploaded a photo to his Instagram account from the "last rehearsal before traveling to Vienna." In the image, the singer can be seen alongside his dancers practicing inside what appears to be a scaffolding construction, confirming recent reports regarding the planned staging. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DR Enhances Danish Staging for Vienna The manager of Dansk Melodi Grand Prix, Erik Struve Hansen, is shedding light on what we can expect to see from within this intriguing "box" structure. According to him, the general concept that secured the victory for...