Tal Dahan, Author at EuroMix

Sweden: Listen to the Full Songs from the First Heat of Melodifestivalen 2026

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The six songs competing in the first heat of Melodifestivalen 2026, Sweden’s Eurovision national selection, were revealed. The contest will begin tomorrow evening This Saturday (tomorrow) marks the beginning of the first heat of Sweden’s Eurovision national selection – Melodifestivalen 2026, in the city of Linköping. As part of the selection process, 30 songs will compete in five heats, one semi-final (“Second Chance”), and a final where Sweden’s representative for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Heat Contestants and Songs: Greczula – “Half Of Me“ Jacqline – “Woman“ Noll2 – “Berusade Ord“ Junior Lerin – “Copacabana Boy“ Indra – “Beautiful Lie“ A-Teens – “Iconic“ Click on the song's title in order to listen! Familiar Names From The First Heat: Greczula, full name Kristofer Niklas Greczula, is a well-known and respected singer in Sweden who placed third in Melodifestivalen 2025 with the song “Believe Me”. In 2017, he began working as a soloist, and in 2022, he released his first album, “Live and Let Live.” That...

Eurovision 2026: The Hosts Have Been Revealed!

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Austria’s national broadcaster ORF has officially announced that Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski will host the 70th Eurovision Song Contest, taking place in Vienna, Austria, this May. The hosts of Eurovision 2026 were revealed earlier today (Thursday). Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski will lead the celebration of the contest’s 70th edition, to be held on May 12, 14, and 16 in Vienna, Austria. Both are seasoned television personalities with extensive experience in entertainment. The announcement was made live on Ö3’s morning show and was followed by an official press conference in Vienna. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Eurovision Song Contest‎‏ (@‏‎eurovision‎‏)‎‏ ORF’s vision for Eurovision 2026 ÖRF’s Head of Programs Stefanie Groiss-Horowitz said: "Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski are two motivated, exciting and extraordinary personalities who will guide us through the spectacular shows of the Eurovision Song Contest. Our goal is to thrill an international audience from all over the world with a sensational TV experience. We developed a concept...

Sweden: Listen to Snippets from the First Heat of Melodifestivalen 2026

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish national broadcaster, SVT, has revealed snippets of the six songs competing in the first heat of Melodifestivalen 2026, Sweden’s Eurovision national selection, starting this Saturday This Saturday marks the beginning of the first heat of Sweden’s Eurovision national selection – Melodifestivalen 2026, in the city of Linköping. As part of the selection process, 30 songs will compete in five heats, one semi-final (“Second Chance”), and a final where Sweden’s representative for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Heat Contestants Greczula - "Half Of Me" Jacqline - "Woman" Noll2 - "Berusade Ord" Junior Lerin - "Copacabana Boy" Indra - "Beautiful Lie" A-Teens - "Iconic" Familiar Names From The First Heat: Greczula, full name Kristofer Niklas Greczula, is a well-known and respected singer in Sweden who placed third in Melodifestivalen 2025 with the song “Believe Me”. In 2017, he began working as a soloist, and in 2022, he released his first album, “Live and Let Live.” That...

Alenka Gotar: “Slovenia Is Depriving Artists of Opportunities”

January 25, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2007 representative ,Alenka Gotar, accuses Slovenia’s elite of exploiting artists after Luxembourg chooses a Slovenian for Eurovision As preparations continue for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Slovenia finds itself at the center of controversy. Alenka Gotar, a well-known name among Eurovision fans who represented Slovenia in 2007, has broken her silence. In a strong social media post, Gotar criticized Slovenia’s national broadcaster’s decision to withdraw from this year’s contest due to Israel’s participation. Her comments came after the success of Eva Marija — a singer of Slovenian descent who was chosen to represent Luxembourg instead at the upcoming competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “Artists Were Deprived of Their Potential” Posting on Facebook after Eva Marija’s victory at Luxembourg’s national selection, Gotar regretted that Slovenian artists must look abroad for opportunities. “It’s a shame Slovenians have to seek their chance elsewhere,” she wrote. “Our country, due to the political interests of certain elites, has deprived artists of any chance to show their potential.” Hypocrisy Allegations Over Israel Boycott Gotar...

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

January 19, 2026February 11, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing artists in HaKokhav HaBa 2026. Who should represent Israel at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The Israeli Eurovision national selection, “HaKochav HaBa 2026," is set to take place tomorrow at 20:30 (CET), featuring 4 contestants - Noam Bettan, Shira Zloof, Gal De Paz and Alona Erez. The winner of this local competition will represent Israel at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered and voted to their favorites to win the national selection and represent Israel in Vienna. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Israel? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Gal De Paz The choice isn't simple - but in the moment of truth, during those high-pressure moments that Eurovision demands - I want someone with a rare voice, a stage animal who delivers an unforgettable performance, and a charisma that’s impossible to miss. You can...

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

January 17, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in MESC 2026. Who should represent Malta at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The Maltese Eurovision national selection, “MESC 2026”, is set to take place tonight at 20:45 CET, featuring 12 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Malta at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered to listen to the participating songs and select their favorites from the Maltese national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Malta? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Aidan – “Bella“ Aidan brings to the Maltese national selection a sixties-style pop ballad. The attempt to connect with another era — similar to what the Portuguese winner did at Eurovision 2017 — highlights a sense of nostalgia for a classic time that may captivate both the juries and the public. The song blends Mediterranean romance,...

Poland: Viki Gabor’s “Wedding” Ceremony Sparks Controversy

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Polish media rushed to declare the marriage of 18-year-old Junior Eurovision 2019 winner Viki Gabor and her partner. Now, the singer responds to the rumors. Viki Gabor, winner of the 2019 Junior Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Superhero”, is currently at the center of a media storm during a time that was supposed to be one of the happiest in her life. What began as mysterious clips on social media showing a traditional Romani ceremony with her partner soon turned into a nationwide discussion about the 18-year-old star’s future - and speculation that she might leave Poland for a new life in the UK. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Ceremony That Ignited Social Media At the end of December 2025, videos emerged showing Gabor alongside her boyfriend, Giovanni Trojanek, celebrating in a lavish Romani-style ceremony. The footage, shared by none other than Giovanni’s grandfather, well-known Romani musician Bogdan Trojanek, quickly went viral. However, a flood of online criticism soon followed, with many...

France: Eurovision Star Fanny Biascamano Passes Away Tragically

December 30, 2025January 12, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); French singer Fanny Biascamano, who represented France at Eurovision 1997, has died at the age of 46. Screenshot: YouTube Fanny Biascamano, France’s representative at Eurovision 1997 with the song “Sentiments songes” (in English: “Dreamlike Feelings”), passed away last Saturday. Born in 1979 in the city of Sète, she rose to fame at just 12 years old after performing “L’Homme à la moto” on local television, a cover of Edith Piaf’s classic that went on to sell one million copies in her version. In 1991 she released her debut album, and in 1997, at only 18, she represented France at Eurovision and finished in seventh place with her entry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Circumstances of Her Untimely Death Biascamano died at the age of 46 after a battle with cancer. Following Eurovision, she continued performing across France and later embarked on an international tour dedicated to the songs of Edith Piaf. Alongside her musical career, Biascamano also published three books, two of them cookbooks...

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 19: Mentamer Taganya Is the Fourth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

December 22, 2025January 12, 2026 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mentamer Taganya is the fourth contestant to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 17 contestants remain in the race, including Noam Bettan, Gal De Paz, Tamir Levy and Michael HarPaz. Full recap of Episode 19. 17 contestants remain at this stage in "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026," with the grand winner set to represent Israel at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12, 14, and 16. The next stage is the "Duets" challenge. Five duets were performed tonight, with the judges forced to part ways with one contestant from the pair that received the lowest score at the end of the evening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Elior Shemesh and Agam Hazan Elior and Agam chose to perform the song "Yechefim" (originally by Yasmin Moallem). In this performance, the two wanted to apply the feedback they received from their previous appearance - to feel more relaxed and natural on stage. The connection between them, even off-stage, is...

Albania: Alis to Perform “Nân” at Eurovision

December 20, 2025December 21, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania's Eurovision 2026: Alis will perform "Nân" on the Eurovision 2026 stage. Listen to the song. Screenshot: RTSH "Nân" (in English: "Mother") is the name of the song that will be performed by the singer Alis, who will represent Albania at Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. The song was written by Desara Gjini and composed by the singer himself. This is the first Eurovision entry for both composers. The selected song was performed in the national selection in Albanian, but toward Eurovision, the singer will be given the option to perform it in another language. However, it is worth noting that Albania generally finds more success at Eurovision with songs in Albanian, whereas it often fails to qualify for the final when translating its entries into English. The song's current length exceeds three minutes (as is customary for the festival); therefore, a "revamp" involving editing and shortening will be required...