Finland: Linda and Pete to Perform “Likinheitin” at Eurovision

Finland: Linda and Pete to Perform “Likinheitin” at Eurovision

by Talya Raviv Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Linda x Pete wins UMK 2026 with "Liekinheitin". They will represent Finland at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna this May. "Liekinheitin" is the title of the song to be performed by Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen, who will represent Finland at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna during the first semi-final on May 12th. The entry was written and composed by the duo together with Vilma Alina, who wrote the song “Sun Sumero” that competed in the 2022 Finnish national selection, Antti Riihimäki, and Lauri Halavaara, who already collaborated with them last year on the song “Alina”, which finished third in the 2025 Finnish national selection, and who also wrote “Takatukka”, another entry in this year’s Finnish selection. The song is performed in Finnish and beat six other competitors in the national final “UMK 2026”. The national final was broadcast live this evening from Nokia Arena in the city of Tampere. The winner was chosen by a combination of public voting (75%)...
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Australia: Eurovision 2026 Entry To Be Revealed On March 1st

Australia: Eurovision 2026 Entry To Be Revealed On March 1st

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Australia at Eurovision 2026: The Australian entry for Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria, will be revealed on Sunday, March 1st. Australia is one of the last participating countries yet to announce when it will reveal its artist and song for Eurovision 2026. After a long wait, it has now been confirmed that the entry will be unveiled in three days, on Sunday, March 1st, at 19:00 CET. The information was shared via the official calendar of Eurovision.com, which is updated weekly with all upcoming Eurovision-related events. In the days leading up to the announcement of the reveal date, Australia has slightly climbed in the betting odds and is currently ranked 12th, with a 3% chance of winning, compared with 16th place just a few days ago. This shift reflects growing interest and speculation as fans wait to discover who will secure the ticket to Vienna and represent Australia on the Eurovision stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||...
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Ahead of Eurovision 2026: New Book Celebrates the Contest’s 70th Anniversary

Ahead of Eurovision 2026: New Book Celebrates the Contest’s 70th Anniversary

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); From ABBA to the present: the European Broadcasting Union is marking Eurovision’s 70th anniversary with a new official book that reveals seven decades of music, drama and behind-the-scenes stories. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is ramping up preparations for the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, launching the full range of branded Eurovision 2026 merchandise for sale on the official website, ahead of the contest in Vienna, Austria. Among the products is the surprise every Eurovision fan would love to receive – a new book devoted entirely to the contest’s seven-decade history. The book joins an already ambitious anniversary programme and a series of format and branding changes for the 70th celebrations, including an updated logo, a unique stage design, a change in the traditional Te Daum and a live anniversary tour that was dramatically cancelled last week due to low demand.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Secrets Revealed: A Look Behind the Scenes of Eurovision The book, written by Paul Lang,...
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Germany: “Das Deutsche Finale 2026” Songs Released

Germany: “Das Deutsche Finale 2026” Songs Released

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); All nine songs competing in Germany’s “Das deutsche Finale” have been released. The winner of the final, scheduled for 28 February, will represent Germany at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The nine competing songs in the German national selection “Das deutsche Finale” were fully released yesterday. One of these entries will be chosen as Germany’s representative for Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria. The German national final is scheduled for 28 February at 20:15 CET.​ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Das deutsche Finale" Participants List Sarah Engels – "Fire" Malou Lovis – “When I’m With You” Dreamboys The Band – "Jeanie" Wavvyboi – "Black Glitter" Ragazzki – "Ciao Raggazki" BELA – "Herz" Laura Nahr – “Wonderland” Molly Sue – “Optimist (Ha Ha Ha)” MYLE – “A Ok” Click on the song's title in order to listen! Germany is changing its face with a new format: Following last year’s national final, “Chefsache ESC 2025”, Stefan Raab and a...
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Tonight at 20:15 CET: Second Semi-Final of “Dora 2026”

Tonight at 20:15 CET: Second Semi-Final of “Dora 2026”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Watch: Tonight at 20:15 CET, the second semi-final of "Dora 2026" takes place. Eight songs will secure their place in the final. A viewing link is provided. The second semi-final of Dora 2026 will take place tonight at 20:15 CET, at the HTV studios in Zagreb and will be broadcast live on HTV, the HRTi platform, and the broadcaster's website. During the show, 12 contestants will compete for eight spots in the final scheduled for Sunday, February 15th. The semi-final results will be determined solely by public voting, without jury involvement. The show will be hosted by Barbara Kolar, Duško Ćurlić, Iva Šulentić, and Ivan Vukušić. To watch the second semi-final live from 20:15 to 22:20 CET - click here   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Second Semi-Final Contestants and Songs: Ritam Noir – “Profumi Di Mare“ Irma – “Ni Traga“ Gabrijel Ivić – “Light Up“ Zevin – “My Mind“ Ivan Sever – “Crying Eyes“ Lana Mandaric – “Tama“ Stela Rade – “Nema Te“ ...
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Croatia: First “Dora 2026” Semi-Final Results

Croatia: First “Dora 2026” Semi-Final Results

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eight songs have qualified to the final of "Dora 2026", which will take place on Febuary 15th. “Dora 2026” officially kicked off today, featuring 12 artists competing for eight spots in the final. The first semi-final was held at the HRT Studio in Croatia’s capital, Zagreb, and was hosted by Barbara Kolar, Duško Čurlić, Ivan Vukušić and Iva Šulentić. At the end of the evening, eight songs successfully advanced to the final round. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ "Dora 2026": First Semi-Final Qualifiers: Lima Len - "Raketa" Ananda - "Dora" Ema Bubic - "Vrijeme Za Nas" Noelle - "Uninterrupted" Alan Duras - "From Ashes to Flame" Cold Snap - "Mucho Macho" ToMa - "Ledina" LELEK - "Andromeda" Click the song title to listen! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Among Finalists - Several Familiar Names: LELEK - competed in "Dora 2025" with the song "The Soul of my Soul", and finished in fourth place. Alan Duras - competed in "Dora 2024" with the song...
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Cyprus: Budget for Eurovision 2026 Participation Revealed

Cyprus: Budget for Eurovision 2026 Participation Revealed

by Talya Raviv Comment Closed
  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The costs behind Cyprus’s participation in Eurovision 2026 have been unveiled, as national broadcaster CyBC details the state-funded budget for the contest in Vienna, Austria, and the investment behind Antigoni’s “JALLA”. CyBC’s director Thanasis Tsokos revealed yesterday all key details regarding the Cyprus budget for its participation in Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, where singer Antigoni will represent the country with her song "JALLA". The decision to disclose the figures comes as part of a broader push for financial transparency and responsible resource management around Cyprus’s Eurovision participation.​ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Budget Breakdown for Cyprus at Eurovision 2026 To achieve the strongest possible result on one of Europe’s biggest music stages, the Cypriot national broadcaster partnered with the record label "Minos EMI" in a joint mission to deliver the best possible final product for Cyprus at the upcoming Eurovision. Tsokos revealed that Cyprus’s total budget for Eurovision 2026 stands at approximately 270,000 euros. The national broadcaster CyBC allocated...
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Finland: “UMK 2026” Running Order Revealed

Finland: “UMK 2026” Running Order Revealed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has announced the running order for “UMK 2026”, taking place on February 28th, where Finland will select its entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The Finnish national broadcaster YLE announced today (Monday) via social media the official running order of the seven songs competing in “UMK 2026”. The show will take place on Saturday, February 28th, at Nokia Arena in the city of Tampere, southern Finland, starting at 20:00 CET. The running order was determined through a random draw conducted among the UMK contestants. The winner of the national final will represent Finland at Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The UMK winner will be selected through a combination of public voting (75%) and a professional jury vote (25%). Who will win UMK 2026 and take the honor of representing Finland in Vienna? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); UMK 2026: Running Order Komiat – “Lululai” Etta – “Million Dollar...
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