Category: Eurovision

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Israeli cosmetics brand "Moroccan Oil" will remain the official sponsor of Eurovision for 2026. The haircare brand Moroccan Oil has been named the official sponsor of Eurovision 2026, as revealed by the European Broadcasting Union’s new graphic designs, featuring the company alongside the updated event logo. This marks the sixth consecutive year of Moroccan Oil’s sponsorship, excluding the 2020 contest that was cancelled. What does this renewed partnership mean for the Israeli company, and could it impact Israel’s participation in the contest? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Criticism and Controversy: The Debate Around Sponsorship The Israeli company Moroccan Oil has officially sponsored Eurovision since 2021. While this partnership appears strictly professional, the brand has come under fire, with several national broadcasters—such as Slovenia’s—expressing concern that the collaboration influences public voting in favor of Israel and may affect contest outcomes. Many critics voiced their objections to the announcement—which has yet to be officially confirmed by the European Broadcasting Union. Some claim it’s inappropriate...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); For Eurovision’s 70th anniversary celebrations, Lithuania’s head of delegation announces the first-ever tour for Eurovision finalists. Who will perform, when, and where? With the excitement building for the 70th anniversary of the contest, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has decided on significant changes to the format—making this edition especially festive. According to Lithuania’s head of delegation, who also reported on the logo change revealed earlier today, ten participants from Eurovision 2026, presumably the grand final top ten, will take part in a tour spanning Europe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision’s First-Ever Finalists’ Tour Lithuanian head of delegation Audrius Giržadas, revealed in an interview on the national TV program “Labas rytas, Lietuva” that for the contest’s 70th anniversary, Eurovision will feature its first-ever finalists’ tour. According to Giržadas’ initial report, the tour will include ten artists from the Eurovision 2026 grand final, most likely the top ten finishers. These artists will perform in ten European capital cities, in major arenas and stadiums, with productions...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision: The EBU has unveiled a new logo for the Eurovision Song Contest. Get your first look at the fresh and spectacular design! With excitement growing ahead of the new Eurovision season, the EBU has announced a surprising shift in the contest’s branding, unveiling a modern new logo for the beloved event. This update is more than just visual identity – behind the fresh design lie global trends and symbolic statements that chart a new path for the contest’s international brand. What does the new logo look like? What dynamics led to this decision? What secret design details have been revealed, and what are fans across Europe saying? All the answers are here. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The updated logo has been simplified into a cleaner, clearer form, with Eurovision’s iconic heart at the center – now bolder and more expressive than ever before. Alongside the logo, a new standalone symbol has been introduced: the “Chameleon Heart”. This...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What’s the best way to select a winning Eurovision song? In the first article of our series, we reveal surprising data on national finals vs. internal selections. Article by Ilay Gaist and Noy Yehoyada. Every year, with the revival of the Eurovision season, thousands of viewers, fans, and professional jurors attempt to crack the code how to win at Eurovision: what is the secret formula that brings a country to first place? Is there an advantage in selecting an artist internally, or does a dazzling and authentic national final hold the edge? What stories lie behind these different choices, and why do some countries decide to break with tradition and switch strategies? In our “Eurovision Formula” series, we dive deep into historical data. In this article, we examine one of the most intriguing aspects - the selection method and its impact on the journey to the contest’s prestigious glass trophy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Selection Systems: National Finals, Internal...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: Which countries have already announced participation? Who is threatening to withdraw? And which nations might surprise this year? While the Eurovision 2026 season has not officially begun - the official starting date is September 1st, 2025 - we are already seeing the first waves of excitement and initial participant lists emerging. The festive music occasion, marking its 70th anniversary, is currently in the early stages of preparation, with Austria set to host the upcoming competition. However, the central question at the moment is: Will Eurovision be held in Innsbruck or Vienna? The final answer will be delivered in the coming days by the Austrian national broadcaster, and the official host announcement is expected to be an intriguing surprise before the season opening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Current List of Participating Countries Although the final registration deadline has not yet passed, at this stage, 23 countries have expressed interest in joining the next competition. Among the countries already in the race: ...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Austrian national broadcaster, ORF, published and then quickly removed a video with the 2026 Eurovision schedule, raising questions about the conflict involving Israel and potential participant withdrawals. Yesterday (August 14th), the Austrian national broadcaster ORF published a video presenting the anticipated schedule for Eurovision 2026. Soon after its release on ORF’s official Instagram page, the video was removed from the social network. Among the events revealed, the video included the date for the announcement of participating countries, the ticket sale launch, and even the start date for stage construction. But why was the video taken down? More details can be found below. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Austrian broadcaster's decision to remove the video triggered significant speculation. One theory is that the contest’s organizers decided to bring forward the announcement of the participating countries for Eurovision 2026 to September, whereas in previous years the official list was only revealed in November or December. Moving the announcement date earlier...