Shahar Asido, Author at EuroMix

Eurovision 2026: This Is How the Eurovision Village Will Look in Vienna

August 26, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); An international celebration in the city’s heart: Rathausplatz will host live performances, DJs, giant screens, and Austrian food stalls - free entry daily from morning until midnight during Eurovision week. The excitement in Vienna is reaching its peak: Preparations for Eurovision 2026 are moving ahead at full speed, and the Austrian national broadcaster ORF has now unveiled the first details and the visual concept of the Eurovillage, the official celebration hub of the contest. The Eurovillage will be built in the very heart of the city, at the iconic Rathausplatz, and will operate from May 10th to May 17th. For eight days, the square will transform into the center of music, culture, and entertainment, drawing fans from all over the world. The zone will open daily from 10:00 CEST until midnight, with free entry for all visitors. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Demo of the EuroVillage: What Will the Eurovision Village Offer? The village will feature live screenings of the three Eurovision shows:...

“We Missed a Huge Opportunity”: Will MaNga Return to the Contest?

August 14, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The band MaNga, a former Turkish Eurovision representative, revealed in an interview that they are considering a comeback. Is Turkey set to return after 13 years of absence? Members of the band MaNga, who represented Turkey at Eurovision 2010, stated in an interview that if Turkey decides to return in the future, they would consider taking part; even if not, they believe the country must return to the contest. "Turkey definitely needs to participate. We feel we missed a huge opportunity there. In terms of cultural exchange, it's a very important experience". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Return Driven by a Feeling of Missed Opportunity – or Abstention Due to Intensity? The band, who reached second place for Turkey at Eurovision 2010 with the song "We Could Be The Same" discussed their outstanding achievement and the highest placement by Turkey since its 2003 win in an interview with Hürriyet's YouTube channel: "After the singer Sertab Erener, we reached one...

Azerbaijan Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2026!

August 6, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Azerbaijan's head of delegation confirmed the country's participation in Eurovision 2026 in Austria. The representative and song selection process is yet to be decided. Azerbaijan's head of delegation confirmed that Azerbaijan will participate in Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Austria. Azerbaijan is the 23rd country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2026, following Albania, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The head of delegation, Nurlana Jafarli, stated in an interview that the information claiming Azerbaijan will not participate in Eurovision is unfounded. "Azerbaijan usually announced its official participation starting in August and chose its representative by the end of September. And this year the process is a bit late. Unfortunately, I cannot explain to you the reasons for this. Because we are involved in other processes.We still have some time for that. For official confirmation we must wait for the decision of the leadership of Public Television". She also noted...

San Marino’s national broadcaster backtracks on participation approval!

August 6, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Expression of interest is not a participation commitment": San Marino national broadcaster distances itself from the government document interpreted as confirmation of Eurovision 2026 participation! After the Sammarinese State Congress has officially approved participation in Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Austria, the Sammarinese national broadcaster, SMRTV, emphasizes that the official decision has not yet been made! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In a document issued by San Marino’s Congress of State (its government) on July 8th, it was stated that it acknowledges the Eurovision contest’s contribution to San Marino’s global visibility and also approves the continuation of the national selection, the "San Marino Song Contest", for another year. This was taken as official approval of San Marino’s participation in Eurovision 2026. However, it has now been published that the decision regarding national participation has not yet been made, nor has it been sent to the European Broadcasting Union. The Sammarinese national broadcaster wishes to clarify that the Congress's...

Sam Ryder Announces New Song and Upcoming Album!

August 1, 2025August 2, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sam Ryder announces his new album, "Heartland", set for release on October 17th. Simultaneously, he unveiled a new single today, "The Feeling Never Went Away". The Space Man Sam Ryder, United Kingdom’s representative at Eurovision 2022, reveals he will release his second album "Heartland" on October 17th, 2025! The album will feature 13 songs, offering listeners a glimpse into Sam’s personality and inner world. One of the tracks included in the album, "The Feeling Never Went Away" was released this morning on various streaming platforms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Speaking about the album, Sam shared: “This album is a collection of songs that tries to convey the feelings of the past two years. The wish is to find a connection with you, no matter where you are in the world, whether it’s flying high or feeling like you’re the only ship out on the ocean.If you’re navigating the pain of forgiveness and the weight that...

Switzerland: Zoë Më to Perform “Voyage” at Eurovision

March 10, 2025March 11, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland at Eurovision 2025: Swiss national broadcaster SRF recently revealed the song representing Switzerland at Eurovision 2025 in Basel. Zoë Më will perform "Voyage" on the Eurovision stage. Listen to the song! "Voyage" (translated as: "Journey") is the title of the song that will be performed by singer Zoë Më, who will represent Switzerland in the grand final of Eurovision 2025 on May 17 in Basel, Switzerland. The song was written by the singer, Emily Middlemas, and Tom Oehler, who previously wrote and produced the German entry for Eurovision 2019. The song will be performed in French. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song was chosen by an internal committee of the national broadcaster and was revealed this morning at 11:00 AM Israel time. The song and music video depict a little girl crossing the street and dropping a flower. Later in the song, Zoë Më picks it up and sings about the girl's loss, as she cannot see her among...

Portugal: Napa will Perform “Deslocado” at Eurovision

March 9, 2025March 9, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal at Eurovision 2025: Napa band won "Festival da Canção 2025" and will perform "Deslocado" on the Eurovision 2025 stage. Listen to the song. "Deslocado" (translated as: "Displaced") is the song that will be performed by Napa band, representing Portugal at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The band will perform their song for the first time in the first half of the first semi-final on May 13. The song was written by the band members. This is the first song by the creators at eurovision. The song is performed in Portuguese. Listen to Portugal's Entry for Eurovision 2025: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The band stands on the stage of "Festival da Canção 2025," dressed in light colors, accompanied by relatively weak blue lighting. The performance begins and continues in a calm and pleasant manner, evoking a magical feeling reminiscent of Salvador Sobral, though not to the same level. The lead singer performs the song vocally well while holding a...

Portugal: Results of the Second Semi-Final

March 1, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal at Eurovision 2025: selection concluded its Second semi-final, advancing six acts to the final of "Festival da Canção 2025". Watch the full results! The Second semi-final of Portugal’s "Festival da Canção 2025" aired last night, hosted by Jorge Gabriel and José Carlos Malato. Ten contestants competed, and six secured their spots in the national final on March 8: Bomazine, emmy Curl,Fernando Daniel,NAPA, Diana Vilarinho and HENKA alongside previously qualified acts Marco Rodrigues, Margarida Campelo, Josh, Bluay, Jéssica Pina, and Peculiar (selected solely by public vote). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Second Semi-Final Results (advancers highlighted): A Cantadeira – "Responso à Mulher" TOTA – "á-tê-xis" Bomazine – "Apago Tudo" emmy Curl – "Rapsódia da Paz" Inês Marques Lucas – "Quantos Queres" Fernando Daniel – "Medo" Luca Argel feat. Pri Azevedo – "Quem foi?" NAPA – "Deslocado" Diana Vilarinho – "Cotovia" HENKA – "I Wanna Destroy U" Click on the song title to listen! Notable Participants Among the qualifiers was Fernando Daniel,...

San Marino: Results of the Sixth Semi-Final of “San Marino Song Contest 2025”

February 27, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino at Eurovision 2025: Tonight, the sixth semi-final of "San Marino Song Contest 2025" took place, with one contestant securing their spot in the grand final. Check out the results! San Marino’s Eurovision 2025 national selection, "San Marino Song Contest 2025", continued tonight with its sixth semi-final. Out of 35 contestants, only one advanced to the grand final, which will take place on March 8. The winner of the national selection will perform their song on May 13, in the second half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025, set to be held in Basel, Switzerland. The semi-finals are hosted by Flora Canto and Francesco Facchinetti and are broadcast live on the public channel RTV. A total of 20 artists will compete for the honor of representing San Marino at Eurovision 2025. Among them, nine prequalified “Big Artists” will be revealed on February 25, while the remaining 11 contestants will be selected through the semi-finals, which run...

Tonight at 22:00 CET: Sixth Semi-Final of “San Marino Song Contest 2025”

February 27, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch live: Tonight at 22:00 CET, the sixth semi-final of "San Marino Song Contest 2025" will take place, with one contestant securing a spot in the grand final. Viewing link is provided. San Marino’s Eurovision 2025 national selection, "San Marino Song Contest 2025", continues tonight with its sixth semi-final, airing at 22:00 CET. A total of 35 contestants who live outside San Marino will perform their songs for the first time, competing for a single spot in the grand final on March 8th. The winner of the national selection will represent San Marino at Eurovision 2025 and perform their entry on May 13th, in the second half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025, set to be held in Basel, Switzerland. The semi-finals are hosted by Flora Canto and Francesco Facchinetti and are broadcast live on the public channel RTV. A total of 20 artists will compete for the honor of representing San Marino at Eurovision 2025. Among...