Category: Eurovision

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU partners with YouTube to offer free Eurovision 2026 streaming in the USA, impacting the crucial Rest of the World vote. The Eurovision Song Contest is taking another significant step toward establishing a permanent foothold in the United States. The EBU has signed a global agreement with YouTube, ensuring that Eurovision 2026 will be broadcast for the first time for free and without restrictions to the American audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The announcement, first revealed by The Hollywood Reporter, took place during the "StreamTV Europe" industry conference held in Lisbon. Jurian Van Der Meer, the EBU’s Commercial Director, confirmed that starting with the 70th edition of the contest to be held in Vienna, viewers in the USA will no longer be required to pay for a subscription to the Peacock streaming service to watch the show. While Peacock will continue to broadcast the event, the American public can now enjoy the Semi-Finals on May 12th and...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   The annual OGAE Poll has continued with its fourth set of results as OGAE Austria reveals its top scores. Finland has secured the top spot in the Austrian vote, and maintains its overall lead in the early standings. The OGAE Poll is one of the most vital and discussed indicators within the global Eurovision community. Every year, tens of thousands of fans belonging to OGAE - the official organization for Eurovision fan clubs in Europe and beyond - vote for their favorite song among the contestants. For 2026, members were asked to rank the 35 participating entries. The poll is considered an early indication of trends and reflects social media buzz. While the official international OGAE channels have not yet begun the traditional rollout of 2026 results, the local branches - France, Romania, Denmark and now Austria - have moved ahead to reveal their rankings earlier than expected. This network of fan clubs has managed this poll annually...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   The annual OGAE Poll has continued with its second set of results as OGAE Denmark reveals its top scores. Finland has secured the top spot in the Danish vote, and maintains its overall lead in the early standings. The OGAE Poll is one of the most vital and discussed indicators within the global Eurovision community. Every year, tens of thousands of fans belonging to OGAE - the official organization for Eurovision fan clubs in Europe and beyond - vote for their favorite song among the contestants. For 2026, members were asked to rank the 35 participating entries. The poll is considered an early indication of trends and reflects social media buzz. While the official international OGAE channels have not yet begun the traditional rollout of 2026 results, the local branches - France, Romania and now Denmark - have moved ahead to reveal their rankings earlier than expected. This network of fan clubs has managed this poll annually since...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Last night, Amsterdam hosted the largest Eurovision pre-party of the season, "Eurovision in Concert 2026." The event included 27 contestants from Eurovision 2026. Full performances are available for viewing within this article. Yesterday Amsterdam hosted the fourth and the largest pre-party of the season "Eurovision in Concert 2026". The event featured live performances from 27 of this year's participating acts, as well as special appearances by beloved legacy artists. This year marked the 17th edition of the concert, held once again at the AFAS Live arena. The show was hosted by the Dutch television presenter Cornald Maas, who remains an active member of the Dutch delegation and previously served as the national commentator for the contest. Maas shared hosting duties with the Swedish-based Finnish singer Krista Siegfrids, who represented Finland in Eurovision 2013. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 Participant Performances The following 27 participants from the 2026 class showcased their entries to the Amsterdam crowd. The performances are listed...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Preparations for Eurovision 2026 intensify as stage construction begins at Vienna’s Wiener Stadhalle, with first images revealing early progress of one of the contest’s most ambitious productions. Preparations for Eurovision 2026 are entering a high gear, as construction of the stage in Vienna has officially begun and production teams are starting to shape the Wiener Stadhalle arena, which will host the competition. The stage, designed by international designer Florian Wieder, draws inspiration from the Vienna Secession art movement, emphasizing the breaking of conventions and creative innovation. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Look: Giant Lighting Ring and Aerial Structures Images released from inside the venue reveal that production teams are already working on installing ceiling structures, a central element that will support the lighting systems and visual effects. At the same time, a large circular lighting ring has already been installed above the main stage area, offering a first glimpse into the visual design that will define this year’s contest....

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 24/7 Eurovision Song Contest hits YouTube stream returns to YouTube for second year, featuring classics, viral songs and nonstop music celebrating 70 years. A 24/7 stream of new performances and classic moments from the Eurovision Song Contest is returning to the official YouTube channel, delivering a continuous flow of hits from across all eras. The non-stop broadcast brings together some of the most memorable performances in the contest’s history. The continuous stream was first launched last year on May 1st, and now returns once again to mark the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, offering fans a constant musical experience throughout the season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Makes a Eurovision Hit? Throughout the stream, viewers will hear the biggest songs in the contest’s history from high-scoring performances on the scoreboard, to viral hits that gained global popularity, and fan-favorite classics that remain beloved over time. The broadcast runs day and night, showcasing a wide variety of Eurovision moments: competitive...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); London Eurovision Festival 2026 brings Eurovision 2026 stars, past legends and local finalists to the UK capital for two nights of live shows, red carpets and fan experiences. On April 17th and 18th, 2026, two huge Eurovision nights will take place at the British capital and raise the pulse of fans from across Europe and beyond. This is the London Eurovision Festival (LEF), a non-profit festival celebrating 70 years of Eurovision in two electrifying days of music, live performances, and unforgettable European style, with many Eurovision 2026 participants. The festival combines top-level entertainment with a meaningful social impact, creating a space where everyone is invited to celebrate together. The EuroMix team will be there to cover the event and interview the contestants! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The festival, built on the huge success of the 2024 and 2025 editions, is described by fans and artists as “a glitter-filled family gathering.” Beyond the performances, the festival stands out for two...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Here are the statistics: Are your favorite Eurovision countries jury darlings or fan favorites? We analyzed voting data, examined the biggest judge-public disagreements. Have you ever wondered how a song that Europe still hums today once ended up near the bottom of the Eurovision scoreboard? Or how a winning tune might later receive the cold shoulder globally? In today’s Eurovision landscape, the real battle isn’t fought only on stage — it also takes place in the numbers that split Europe into two camps: the “jury favorites” and the “public beloved”. In this article, we analyze the voting method that has defined Eurovision for the past decade and continues to spark tension every single year. We’ll dive into the countries that regularly dominate jury ballots and compare them with nations that set the stage alight with audience enthusiasm. We’ll also explore Israel’s standing within this dynamic — and how, through war and controversy, the country turned boos into “douze...