Talor Fishler, Author at EuroMix

Het Grote Songfestivalfeest 2026 Lineup Revealed

October 2, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Amsterdam will host the Eurovision concert "Het Grote Songfestivalfeest 2026," featuring winners Alexander Rybak, Charlotte Perrelli, Herreys, Johnny Logan, Linda Martin, and Sandra Kim, alongside other Eurovision artists performing in a single night of music and nostalgia. Following the Netherlands' welcome return to the contest after a boycott over Israel's participation, Amsterdam is set to celebrate once again on November 13, 2026. On this date, 25 of the greatest artists in Eurovision history will gather at the Ziggo Dome for "Het Grote Songfestivalfeest," a single night of music, nostalgia, and excitement. The distinguished lineup features Abor & Tynna, Antigoni, Baby Lasagna, Käärijä, Senhit, and more, all bringing the magic that captivated Europe's biggest stage, the Eurovision Song Contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Here is the full lineup of Eurovision representatives confirmed for the show so far (the list is preliminary and expected to grow): Abor & Tynna, who represented Germany in Eurovision 2025 and...

Ditonellapiaga Wins OGAE Second Chance 2026

September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italian singer Ditonellapiaga has won the OGAE Second Chance Contest 2026, the competition for Eurovision national final songs from the past year that did not make it to the Eurovision stage. The OGAE Second Chance Contest 2026 aired live for the first time tonight (Friday). Taking the crown was the song "Che fastidio" by the singer Ditonellapiaga, who finished in third place in the Italian Eurovision national final, Sanremo 2026. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Second Chance Contest features entries from Eurovision national finals across Europe that did not go on to represent their countries at Eurovision. Every year, members of the OGAE network (the international Eurovision fan organization uniting dozens of national clubs worldwide) vote for their favorite entries. Last year, Sweden won the Second Chance Contest with the song "On And On And On". In this year's edition, 22 countries competed out of the 35 nations that participated in Eurovision 2026, marking...

Poland Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2027

August 27, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Polish broadcaster TVP has announced that it confirms its participation in Eurovision 2027, to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria, while simultaneously revealing details about the local national selection. The Polish broadcaster TVP confirmed that Poland will participate in Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria. Poland is the 23rd country to confirm its participation in the coveted contest. Among the countries that have already confirmed their participation are Israel, Italy, Germany, the United Kingdom, Finland, Canada making its debut in the contest, and the host country, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Polish national selection? The decision has been made The broadcaster confirmed that a national selection will be held to choose the representative for the contest, and further details will be revealed at a later date. The director chosen to produce and direct the local competition is Jacek Dybowski, who has been working in the television industry for over three decades and has been responsible for directing the Polish...

Sweden confirms participation in Eurovision 2027!

August 22, 2026August 29, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish broadcaster SVT has confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria, and will once again use Melodifestivalen to select its representative. Today (Friday), the Swedish television network SVT published the rulebook for Melodifestivalen, which will be used to select its representative for Eurovision 2027. By doing so, it officially announced Sweden's participation in the Eurovision 2027 Song Contest, set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. Sweden is the 21st country to confirm its participation in thecontest. Among the countries that have already confirmed their participation are Israel, Italy, Germany, the UK, Finland, Canada (which will be competing for the first time), and the host country, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As of now (August 2026), the Swedish television network SVT has not yet officially announced the final dates for the live shows and the host cities. This announcement typically takes place later in the autumn. However, the song submission window opened just today, August 21, 2026, and...

Eurovision 2027: Turnaround! Burgas Overtakes Sofia in the Betting Odds

August 8, 2026August 8, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); BREAKING: Burgas overtakes Sofia in the betting odds websites, becoming the leader in the race to host Eurovision 2027 in May The past week has been full of dramatic developments surrounding the selection of the host city for Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria. As we have reported extensively this week, it all started with the delay of the host city announcement. After that, we tracked Burgas's growing strength in the betting odds, rumors of an internal conflict over the host city surfaced, denials were issued by BTN, and now Burgas has finally done it and overtaken Sofia. This means that a city that started with almost zero chances climbed to about 30 percent this week, and is now leading the race with a massive chance of winning. As of now, Burgas has surged to a 68 percent chance of winning the hosting rights and continues to rise at this very moment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rumors of Internal Conflict...

Is Burgas about to snatch the hosting rights from Sofia?

August 6, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The meteoric rise of the Bulgarian coastal city continues at full speed. our EuroMix team estimates that the turnaround is closer than ever, and the crowning of Burgas is just around the corner. The tension in Bulgaria ahead of the announcement of the Eurovision 2027 host city is reaching a boiling point, and it seems we are on the verge of a real sensation. We recently reported on the surprising awakening of Burgas in the betting odds, but now this trend is turning into a flood. The coastal city on the Black Sea is not only closing the gap with the favorite Sofia, but it also genuinely threatens to snatch the right to host the biggest music competition in the world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Updated Data Changing the Picture Following the initial jump in the betting sites, the momentum of Burgas refuses to calm down. According to the latest data from the largest betting site, Burgas surges...

Burgas Closes The Gap With Sofia In The Race To Host Eurovision 2027

August 2, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The chances of Burgas hosting Eurovision 2027 have sharply increased. Here Are All the details on the turning point on the way to Bulgaria. Drama in the race to host Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria: Following the delay of the host city announcement and while public and expert estimations have so far strongly leaned in favor of the capital Sofia, a sharp plot twist was recorded over the last 48 hours. The city of Burgas, previously considered to have no chance of hosting with slim odds of about 8% on betting sites, received a surprising boost. Its chances to win the bid surged to a peak of 33% yesterday, and today they have settled back towards 30%, making it a significant player in the battle to host the competition! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What happened In The last 48 Hours? Recent reports indicate that officials in Bulgaria, combined with local preparation teams, managed to present a cohesive infrastructure and hosting...

Germany’s Insane Cost to Participate in Eurovision 2026

June 27, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany's official participation costs for Vienna reveal a record-breaking budget crossing the half-million euro mark. Is this a waste of public funds or the best deal on television? Behind the glamour of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna lies a massive budget that is sparking public outrage. Germany, a 'Big Five' country that automatically qualifies for the Grand Final, sent Sarah Engels with her song "Fire", only to finish 23rd. Despite the disappointing result, the real debate now focuses on the financial costs, as newly revealed official data shows the country's participation fee crossed the half-million euro mark for the first time in history. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ A Historic Record in Participation Fees According to official data released by German broadcaster SWR following a journalistic inquiry, the participation fee paid by ARD to the EBU for Eurovision 2026 reached an exact total of €507,389. This marks the first time in history that Germany's official cost for the entry fee alone...

From Eurovision to the Dance Floor: The BBC and Delta Are Facing Backlash

June 27, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fresh off her fourth-place, she is already caught up in a British TV storm over. The Australian star just wants to dance, but the local audience won't make it easy. The drama refuses to leave the Eurovision world, and this time, one of the most beloved stars of the recent contest is in the spotlight. Only recently did we see Australia's representative, Delta Goodrem, snatch a respectable fourth place in the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 with her massive hit "Eclipse", bringing Australia 287 points and waves of praise. But instead of resting on her laurels, Goodrem dove straight into particularly deep and turbulent waters in the United Kingdom. The official announcement of Goodrem's participation in the upcoming season of the British version of 'Dancing with the Stars' (Strictly Come Dancing) was broadcast earlier than usual, igniting a wave of harsh criticism and crossfire directed at both the singer and the BBC. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ The Big 'Strictly...

Eurovision 2027: Will Czechia withdraw due to budget cuts?

June 11, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Czechia's media funding reform threatens ČT's budget and its participation in international projects. Management warns of the consequences, although no official withdrawal decision has been made. The heated political debates surrounding the new media law in Czechia are igniting a wave of rumors and concerns ahead of Eurovision 2027, which is set to be held in neighboring Bulgaria. Changing the funding model of the Czech television network (ČT) could lead to unprecedented cuts, forcing executives to reconsider their involvement in expensive international events despite the relative successes recorded in recent years, similar to the trend we reported last month regarding the review of Luxembourg's continued participation. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The financial crisis at the ČT network: The Czech government is advancing a law that partially decouples the budget from the traditional radio and television fee, a move that is sparking widespread opposition, with approximately 300 comments and reservations already submitted regarding the current draft. The Deputy Director of Czech...