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Finland: “UMK 2026” Running Order Revealed

February 9, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(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...

Finland: “UMK 2026” Songs Officially Revealed!

January 22, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has released all competing songs for “UMK 2026”. Listen to the full playlist online. Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has completed the unveiling of the seven songs competing in “UMK 2026”. From among these entries, one will be chosen to represent Finland at Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna, Austria. “UMK 2026” is scheduled for February 28th, 2026, at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, southern Finland. The participating artists were officially announced last Wednesday, and their seven songs were released sequentially on weekdays from January 14th–22nd, at 23:00 CET (Midnight in Finland). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "UMK 2026": Official Lineup and Release Schedule These are the seven participants in "UMK 2026". Their songs will be released by the following order, day after day, from January 14th to January 22nd: Etta – "Million Dollar Smile" Linda Lampenius x Pete Paekkonen – "Liekinheitin" Komiat – "Lululai" Sinikka Monte – "Ready to Leave" Antti...

Finland: The Record‑Breaking Sensation of UMK 2026!

January 18, 2026January 22, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Not all UMK 2026 entries have been revealed yet, but Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen’s new song is already breaking Finnish national selection records, surpassing Erika Vikman and Käärijä. Finland’s national broadcaster YLE began unveiling songs last Wednesday from the seven artists competing in the national selection "UMK 2026", which will determine Finland’s representative for Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna, Austria. Only two of the seven songs have been released so far, but a clear frontrunner has already emerged—one that shattered Erika Vikman’s record from last year, amassing more than 490,000 YouTube views within a single day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The viral hit turning heads across Finland is “Liekinheitin” by Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen. Its meteoric success is largely credited to the participation of Linda Lampenius, a violinist celebrated in Finland as one of the country’s most versatile musicians. Lampenius is known for effortlessly moving between pop, jazz, classical, techno and numerous other genres....

Finland: “UMK 2026” Participants Officially Revealed!

January 14, 2026January 22, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Finnish national broadcaster, YLE, has unveiled the seven artists competing in "UMK 2026". The Finnish entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen on February 28th. Discover the lineup here! The Finnish national broadcaster, YLE, officially announced today the seven artists competing in "UMK 2026". This prestigious national final will determine the Finnish entry for Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The grand final of "UMK 2026" is scheduled for February 28th, 2026, at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, Southern Finland. Following tonight's announcement, the seven competing songs and their respective music videos will be released daily, one by one, starting tomorrow, January 15th, through January 23rd. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "UMK 2026": Official Lineup and Release Schedule These are the seven participants in "UMK 2026". Their songs will be released by the following order, day after day, from January 15th to January 23rd: Etta – "Million Dollar Smile" Linda Lampenius...

Moment Before the Dramatic Debate on Eurovision’s Future: Finland Sets a New Ultimatum!

December 4, 2025January 12, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: On the eve of a crucial decision, Finland issues an ultimatum and demands that the EBU adopt four new conditions it formally placed on the table this morning. While representatives of the EBU gather for a pivotal debate on Eurovision’s future, a new declaration from Finland casts doubt over its own participation. The Finnish national broadcaster YLE, one of the competition’s most experienced and long‑standing participants, has issued an unusually sharp statement: Finland will consider withdrawing from Eurovision if the EBU does not fully adopt the regulatory changes it has proposed. Finland thus becomes another country that is not content with criticism alone, but instead puts a concrete threat on the table, joining states such as Spain, Slovenia, Ireland and the Netherlands. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In the words of YLE’s director general, Marit af Björkesten, there is a very clear warning. According to her, the original purpose of Eurovision was to create...

Record in Finland: 491 Songs Submitted for UMK 2026!

September 30, 2025October 1, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s national broadcaster YLE reveals that 491 songs have been submitted for "UMK 2026". Hints about participants were published, with the full list to be revealed on January 14th. Finland’s national broadcaster YLE reveals new details about UMK 2026. The broadcaster announced that the competition will take place on February 28th, 2025, at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, Finland’s third-largest city. It was also disclosed that a record 491 songs were submitted this year, six more than last year, marking the highest number since the selection adopted its current format in 2020. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland's Songs Submissions Reach a Record High In recent years, Finland’s national broadcaster has reported a consistent rise in submissions for UMK: UMK 2026 – 491 songs UMK 2025 – 485 songs UMK 2024 – 419 songs UMK 2023 – 363 songs UMK 2022 – 312 songs UMK 2021 – 278 songs UMK 2020 – 426 songs The broadcaster also...

Will Finland Join the Boycott of Israel at Eurovision 2026?

September 13, 2025 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Debate over Finland’s participation in Eurovision 2026 intensifies after several European countries announced a boycott if Israel competes. What is the position of Finland’s national broadcaster YLE on the matter? In the past week, several countries announced they would not participate in Eurovision 2026 if Israel remains in the competition. Slovenia, Ireland, and the Netherlands declared they will withdraw from Eurovision 2026 if Israel compete, while Iceland and Spain hinted they may join the boycott. Although Finland had already confirmed its participation, the Finnish national broadcaster YLE has now issued a statement following these latest developments. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Will Finland Compete Alongside Israel? Johanna Törn-Mangs, Editor-in-Chief of YLE’s Culture Department, explained in an interview that a final decision on Finland’s participation will be made by mid-December. "YLE is an independent and neutral body. We are not engaged in politics at the state level. However, this of course does not mean we accept...

Finland: Song Submission Window Opens for UMK

August 18, 2025 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland officially opened song submissions today for UMK 2026, following confirmation of its Eurovision participation. Who will follow in the footsteps of Erika Vikman or Käärijä? Finland is preparing for Eurovision 2026: The process of selecting Finland’s entry officially began today (Monday), with the song submission window for UMK 2026 now open. Since 2012, UMK has been the platform used by the country to choose both its song and artist for Eurovision. The submission period will close on August 24th – exactly six days from now. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who Can Compete in the UMK 2026? The national broadcaster has published the full rules for song submissions to UMK. Here are some of the key regulations: Songs must not have been previously released in any public format. Solo artists must be Finnish citizens or hold permanent residency in Finland. For bands, at least one member must be a Finnish citizen or permanent resident. Soloists or lead singers...

Duncan Laurence Breaks Record: “Arcade” Is Eurovision’s Most-Streamed Song

July 23, 2025July 30, 2025 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With over 1.4 billion Spotify streams, "Arcade" leads Eurovision’s all-time charts - discover the the top songs dominating global Spotify and YouTube play counts. The song "Arcade" by Dutch artist Duncan Laurence, the Eurovision 2019 winner, has become the most-streamed song in Eurovision Song Contest history, exceeding 1.4 billion Spotify streams. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); From TV Event to Streaming Powerhouse: The Evolution of Eurovision Recent data confirm Eurovision’s transformation from a contest evaluated by juries and public voting into an international sensation measured by streams, views, Instagram Reels, and TikTok content. For nearly a decade, releasing a Eurovision song has been a full-scale digital marketing endeavor - Spotify plays, Instagram trends, and YouTube views now play a role as significant as the live performance itself. Duncan Laurence has set an almost unreachable standard for future contestants. Close behind is "Snap" by Armenian artist Rosa Linn, which has accumulated more than 1.2 billion Spotify streams - even though it finished only 20th in...

Who Will Be the Next Käärijä? Finland Opens Song Submission Window for UMK!

June 19, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s national broadcaster YLE has announced "UMK 26", to be held in Tampere on February 28th, 2026. Song submissions open August 18th. Who will follow Erika or Käärijä? Finland is gearing up for Eurovision 2026: the submission window for "Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu", will open on August 18th, 2025, and the competition will take place on February 28th, 2026, at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, as announced by the Finnish national broadcaster YLE. Since 2012, Finland has chosen its representatives through this national selection, continuing a tradition that consistently produces musical sensations. Opening the submission window early demonstrates just how seriously Finland takes Eurovision, giving participants ample time to prepare and refine their performances. Finland serves as an example of a country that has turned its pre-selection into a major cultural event, with broad influence on both the local and international music industries. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); UMK 26 Rules: New Songs and Finnish Citizenship Requirements The...