Måns Zelmerlöw Breaks His Silence: “I Must Respond”

Måns Zelmerlöw Breaks His Silence: “I Must Respond”

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Måns Zelmerlöw breaks his silence in a new book, addressing attacks, his divorce from Ciara Janson and the allegations surrounding their split. Almost two years have passed since Eurovision winner Måns Zelmerlöw competed in Sweden's national selection, and Sweden is already preparing for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria. Now, at precisely this point, the singer has decided to break his silence and speak about his emotional breakdown following the national selection and his difficult divorce from his wife, during which he was accused of hard-drug use and violence. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After two years in which he has made very few public appearances in Sweden, Eurovision winner Måns Zelmerlöw has released his new book, "När allt faller" (English: "When Everything Falls"). According to Swedish newspaper Dagens Nyheter, the book contains a strong attack on his former wife, British actress Ciara Janson, who previously made serious allegations against him. Måns did not allow his ex-wife to read the book...
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Eurovision 2027: BNR Confirms Test Events at Arena Burgas

Eurovision 2027: BNR Confirms Test Events at Arena Burgas

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bulgaria's national radio broadcasting organization BNR announces test events at Arena Burgas ahead of Eurovision 2027 following DARA's historic win in Vienna. Bulgaria's national radio broadcasting organization BNR has announced that test events will take place at the venue ahead of Eurovision 2027 as part of the formal preparation process. Arena Burgas has already begun preparations to host the contest, with preliminary work and renovations currently underway and scheduled for completion toward the end of 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Preparations and Technical Assessments Underway According to the publication, the purpose of the test events is to evaluate internal logistics, acoustics, and other technical parameters inside the venue in the presence of official representatives from the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). These test runs are scheduled to take place immediately after the completion of the ongoing arena renovations, which commenced the day after Burgas was selected as the host city. Burgas won the bidding process to host next year's competition...
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Efendi Teases Eurovision Comeback: “We Came For The Trophy”

Efendi Teases Eurovision Comeback: “We Came For The Trophy”

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Azerbaijani star Efendi speaks candidly in a local interview about her 2021 Eurovision entry, meeting Alla Pugacheva, and conditions for a potential contest return. Photo: Andres Putting, EBU Efendi, one of Azerbaijan's most prominent stars who represented her country at Eurovision 2021 with the song "Mata Hari", and was set to compete at the cancelled Eurovision 2020 with "Cleopatra", continues to draw attention. In a new interview with an Azerbaijani news outlet, the singer spoke candidly about her Eurovision experience, the sense of missed opportunity that still lingers, and the chances of seeing her on the contest stage once again. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "We Were Treated Unfairly, Unfinished Business Remains" Although over five years have passed since her Eurovision performance, Efendi feels that this chapter in her professional life is not yet fully closed. "I have probably outgrown Eurovision, but something there is still holding on to me," she shared to 1News.az. "It is as if I left a...
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Happy September 1st: Eurovision 2027 Season Officially Begins

Happy September 1st: Eurovision 2027 Season Officially Begins

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision 2027 season officially opens today! According to EBU rules, any song released from today may compete in next May’s contest, hosted in Burgas, Bulgaria The Eurovision Song Contest marks a key milestone today on the road to the grand final, scheduled for May in Burgas. After revealing the host city for Eurovision 2027, the season is now official: today, September 1st, signals the start of the 71st edition's contest cycle. As per contest regulations, any song aired on radio, released on albums, or distributed on streaming platforms from now on becomes eligible for consideration by artists seeking to represent their countries. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What has been confirmed so far? 23 nations have already expressed interest in participating: Austria Australia Bulgaria Canada Cyprus Denmark Finland Germany Greece Israel Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg Malta North Macedonia Norway Poland Romania San Marino Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom Two nations have officially confirmed they will not return to the stage: Monaco ...
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Canada Starts Search for Debut Eurovision 2027 Representative

Canada Starts Search for Debut Eurovision 2027 Representative

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); CBC/Radio-Canada opens applications for Canada's debut Eurovision 2027 entry in Burgas, Bulgaria. Full selection details and requirements revealed. After becoming one of the most intriguing countries heading into Eurovision 2027, Canada has officially begun its journey to the contest stage by launching the selection process for its first-ever representative! The moment Eurovision fans have been waiting for has arrived: Canada will make its debut in the Eurovision Song Contest, and today (Monday), the official process to select the artist who will fly the Canadian flag in May 2027 officially opened. Canadian national broadcaster CBC/Radio-Canada has published application details outlining how the nation's inaugural participant will be chosen for the contest taking place in Burgas, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch Canada's exciting reveal:   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎CBC/Radio-Canada‎‏ (@‏‎cbcradiocanada‎‏)‎‏ Candidate Criteria and Stage Experience Requirements The selection process is open to Canadian artists who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, at least 18 years old by May 1st, 2027,...
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SVT Reveals Melodifestivalen 2027 Hosts & Dates

SVT Reveals Melodifestivalen 2027 Hosts & Dates

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish national broadcaster SVT announced Oscar Zia and Björn Kjellman as Melodifestivalen 2027 hosts alongside key dates. Preparations for Eurovision 2027 are shifting into high gear as the Swedish national broadcaster, SVT, officially launched the Melodifestivalen 2027 season - Europe's most-watched national selection. As part of the announcement, the broadcaster revealed the hosting duo leading the competition and the premiere date. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Familiar Names to Lead the National Selection Hosting next year's competition are two familiar names to Melodifestivalen fans: Oscar Zia and Björn Kjellman. Zia (29), a successful singer and presenter, returns to the hosting role after leading the show in 2021 and 2022. Beyond his hosting background, he is also a former participant, having placed second in the Grand Final in 2016 with his hit song "Human". “It feels wonderful to be back! I love Melodifestivalen, and it feels fun and safe to have Björn by my side,” the singer stated in an official press...
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Eurovision 2027: CBC Opens Canadian Song Submissions On August 31st

Eurovision 2027: CBC Opens Canadian Song Submissions On August 31st

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Path For Eurovision Begins Now! The Canadian national broadcaster revealed when it will open song submissions for Eurovision 2027. The Canadian national broadcaster continues its preparations for the historic debut at Eurovision 2027. CBC has now revealed that starting next Monday, August 31st, Canadian artists will be able to register and submit their candidacies and songs for the coveted contest, which will take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. Along with the opening of registration, the detailed criteria and conditions for song submission will be disclosed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Unlike many countries that select their entries through an internal selection without public involvement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney clarified a while ago that the choice of the country's first entry will not be internal. During the official announcement, he promised that the Canadian public and the local music industry will take an active and significant role in the process. “Canadian citizens will take upon themselves the tough decision -...
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Sweden confirms participation in Eurovision 2027!

Sweden confirms participation in Eurovision 2027!

 (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...
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Bulgaria Allocates €20M for Eurovision 2027 Host City Burgas

Bulgaria Allocates €20M for Eurovision 2027 Host City Burgas

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bulgaria confirmed a 20 million euro budget for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, as Deputy Prime Minister and BNT push host city preparations Preparations for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 are moving forward as the Bulgarian government officially confirmed the allocation of €20 million in public funding to host the event in the coastal city of Burgas next year. Following leaks from Bulgaria's draft state budget in early July, Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov, who chairs the interagency committee organizing the event, officially confirmed the news after visiting the city with Mayor Dimitar Nikolov to review the initial stage of preparations. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Breakdown of the Initial Budget The initial allocation of €20 million will be divided into two main categories: €15 Million: Designated as the required financial guarantee to secure the organization of the contest. €5 Million: Allocated immediately for urgent organizational needs and to launch public procurement procedures. An additional budget will...
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EBU confirms jury voting returns for Eurovision 2027

EBU confirms jury voting returns for Eurovision 2027

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU confirms jury voting will return for the Eurovision 2027 semi-finals in Burgas, maintaining a mixed system alongside the public vote. Today (Tuesday), the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) confirmed in an official update to the Eurovision rules that the jury will also take part in the semi-finals of the upcoming contest to be held in May 2027 in Burgas. They will continue to constitute a significant part of the results there, the main purpose of which is naturally to select the 10 qualifiers for the Grand Final from each semi-final. This step completely contradicts the rulebook published by the EBU last week, following their statement there that the semi-final results would be determined exclusively based on the public vote. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The updated rulebook clarifies that professional juries will continue to play a role in determining the semi-final results and in deciding which countries will advance to the Eurovision Grand...
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