Talor Fishler, Author at EuroMix

“I came to shine my light”: An intimate conversation with Noam Bettan on his journey to Eurovision 2026

April 18, 2026 by Talor FishlerNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Israel’s representative for the upcoming Eurovision met with the fan community for an intimate conversation about the unique blend of Hebrew, English, and French, the Italian influences, and the human message he seeks to bring to the world’s largest stage. Noam Bettan, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2026, is currently preparing for the professional peak of his life in Vienna, Austria. On May 12th, he will take the stage for the first semi-final, carrying with him the song "Michelle" that blends cultures, languages, and a great deal of emotion. At the annual event of the Eurovision fan organization, OGAE Israel, which was held in a warm and supportive atmosphere, Noam took the stage for a conversation with community representative, Shira Tal, to discuss the journey he has taken and what awaits us this coming May. Watch the full interview: להחליף סרטון כשיהיה (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Noam’s Playlist: Italy at the Top Despite his busy schedule,...

The Only One Missing: Israel Excluded from Vienna’s Eurovision Event

April 17, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Vienna, host city of Eurovision 2026, is launching a new initiative: for one week, its iconic coffeehouses will each represent a different participating country. One country, however, is notably missing- Israel. With less than a month to go before the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final, preparations in the host city of Vienna are in full swing. Today (Friday), a new initiative set to run throughout May across the city was announced. In a collaboration between the Austrian broadcaster ORF and the Association of Viennese Coffee House Owners, twenty local cafes will transform into meeting hubs for Eurovision fans from various countries. The participating nations have been distributed among these 20 cafes, with one notable exception: Israel, which is not represented by any of them. Is this due to security concerns or a different underlying message? All the details in the full article. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); From May 3rd to May 17th, the many Eurovision fans expected in Vienna...

Greece: Akylas in an Open-hearted interview about preparations for the contest

April 7, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Greek representative for Eurovision 2026 returned from an exciting European tour, handed the reporter a "Ferto" hat, and declared: "Mom will be with me at the final with moussaka and soups." Preparations for Eurovision 2026 are shifting into high gear. Greece's Eurovision representative, Akylas, landed at Athens airport this week straight from an intensive European tour, and it seems like his energy is sky-high. Despite recent reports regarding the singer’s hospitalization due to tonsillitis, he looked more vital and energetic than ever. Akylas shared experiences from meeting the audience at the Eurovision pre-parties, and the support he is receiving from other contestants in the competition. He clarified that despite the heavy workload and grueling rehearsals with director Fokas Evangelinos, he is focused on the goal and cannot wait to show us what he has prepared for Vienna. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The reunion with his mother and the menu for the final One of the most moving moments...

Montenegro Reveals New Staging Details for The Performance of “Nova Zora”

April 4, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Montenegro at Eurovision 2026: A month before Vienna rehearsals, Tamara Živković has shared initial staging details and an English promo version, though she will perform in her native language. Is she the contest's next "dark horse"? Montenegro’s representative for Eurovision 2026, Tamara Živković, provides a first glimpse of what to expect on the magnificent Eurovision stage in Vienna, Austria. With only one month left until the start of official rehearsals, Tamara confirmed in an interview that no dramatic revolutions are expected in the staging of the song "Nova Zora". The staging is expected to be similar to the national final but will be adapted for the big stage. The song will participate in the second half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026, which will take place on May 12th in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Similar Staging to the National Final – with Added Dancers Tamara revealed that the staging concept seen at...

Is it Finally Their Turn? The Countries Yet to Take Home the Eurovision Trophy

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Heading to Eurovision 2026: The countries that have never won are arriving on stage hungrier than ever. Just before things get underway, we checked which of them has the most realistic chance this year to make history and bring the trophy home for the first time. The contest's historical victory table has remained steady over the years. Israel, with four wins - the most recent being Netta Barzilai's "Toy" in 2018. Above it stand Sweden and Ireland, holding the record with seven wins each. However, behind these dominant nations hides a broad group of participants that have never once hoisted the trophy, some of whom have been competing for decades and have even come within touching distance of victory in the past. The upcoming edition, set to take place in Vienna, Austria, provides a particularly intriguing snapshot. Betting tables suggest a trend of openness and new opportunities, but it is worth noting that the picture is still far...

Czechia: Daniel Žižka will compete in Eurovision 2026

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026 by Talor FishlerNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Moments ago, the Czech broadcaster ČT revealed that Daniel Žižka will represent the country at , which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The Czech broadcaster, ČT, has announced in the last few minutes that the singer Daniel Žižka has been selected to represent Czechia at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, in the first half of the second semi-final on May 14. Žižka was selected internally by the Czech broadcaster. The song title "CROSSROADS" was also revealed on social media along with a short teaser, and the full song will be released on March 11. ‎‏ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eurovision Song Contest (@eurovision) The singer selection process Around 260 songs were submitted to a special internal committee at the Czech national broadcaster ČT, comprising music and industry experts as well as public representatives. From all the submissions, the representative and the song for Eurovision 2026 were selected late last year, but not...

United Kingdom: Look Mum No Computer To Perform “Eins, Zwei, Drei” At Eurovision 2026

March 5, 2026March 6, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United Kingdom at Eurovision 2026: Look Mum No Computer To Perform "Eins, Zwei, Drei" at Eurovision 2026. Listen to the song. The British national broadcaster BBC has announced that YouTuber and musician Look Mum No Computer will represent the United Kingdom at Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria in May. The entry was chosen via an internal selection by the national broadcaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song portrays a sharp transition between the gray exhaustion of the modern workforce and the intoxicating sense of being alive that comes with freedom. It presents the "9 to 5" routine as a prison of office cubicles and despair, where one feels like a mouse in a pointless race that only drains their energy. The transformation occurs at the moment of a spontaneous decision to break the rules, hop on a plane, and find comfort in simple, sensory things, such as the taste of pizza, the sounds of a foreign...

San Marino: Results of the Second Semi-Final of “San Marino Song Contest 2026”

March 5, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino at Eurovision 2026: The second semi-final of “San Marino Song Contest” took place tonight, with five more acts advancing to the Grand Final, which will take place tomorrow. See the results. The second semi-final of “San Marino Song Contest 2026”, was held tonight. Out of 20 contestants, in each semi-final only five secured their place in the Grand Final tomorrow. The winner will perform their song on May 12th, during the second half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The semi-finals are hosted by Simona Ventura and broadcast live on the public channel RTV. In total, 20 artists will compete in the Grand Final for the opportunity to represent San Marino at Eurovision 2026. Among the contestants, ten are classified as “established artists” and were revealed last week alongside the remaining ten acts selected through pre-recorded semi-final stages, airing on March 4th and 5th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Second semi-final results: IUNA –...

Serbia: Second “Pesma Za Evroviziju 2026” Semi-Final Results

February 26, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Seven more songs have qualified to the final of "Pesma Za Evroviziju 2026", which will take place on Febuary 28th. The second semi-final of "Pesma Za Evroviziju 2026" for Eurovision 2026, in Vienna, Austria, continued tonight. Twelve contestants participated in the semi-final, and seven of them qualified for the final. The seven qualifiers were chosen by 50% jury voting and 50% public voting. The second semi-final broadcast was hosted by Dragana Kosjerina, Kristina Radenković, and Stefan Popović. These seven finalists will join the seven qualifiers from the first semi-final in the grand final, which will take place on Saturday, February 28th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Second Semi-Final Results: Brat Pelin - "Fräulein" LU-KA - "Veruj" Jack Lupino - "Adrenalin" Zona – "Čairi" Geminni - "Metar sreće" Harem Girls & Ivana - "Bom Bom" Lavina - "Kraj mene" Click on the song title to listen! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Semi-Final Results: Mirna Radulović – “OMAJA“ Kosmos trip – “Sve je u redu“ Iva...

Lithuania: Fifth “Eurovizija.LT 2026” Heat Results

February 21, 2026February 21, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The qualifying stage in Lithuania has come to an end, as two more contestants secured their spots tonight in the Grand Final of the Lithuanian Eurovision national selection, which will take place on February 27. The fifth heat of “Eurovizija.LT” kicked off today. Eight artists competed for two spots in the Grand Final, with a third act earning a chance to join the online “Wild Card” round later in the season. The results were determined by a combined vote of the public (50%) and the jury (50%). The fourth heat was recorded at the LRT studios in Vilnius and hosted by Gabriele Martirosian, Rimvydas Černiauskas and Eglė Kernagytė. The heats will take place weekly, every Saturday, until the final. Lithuania’s act and song for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen in the Grand Final, scheduled for Friday, February 27th, at the “Twinsbet Arena” in Vilnius,Lithuania. The qualifiers for the Grand Final are Lolita Zero and Walls of Water. The act advancing to the...