Eurovision 2027: SWR Aims for Musical Diversity in the National Final

Eurovision 2027: SWR Aims for Musical Diversity in the National Final

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); German Head of Delegation Tina Sikorski outlines plans for Eurovision 2027, focusing on diverse music genres and stronger national Final acts Almost two weeks have passed since the Eurovision 2026 grand final took place in Vienna, Austria, and Germany is already looking ahead to next year. Following the disappointing result of the country's performer, Sarah Engels, the German Head of Delegation, Tina Sikorski, has reacted for the first time to the placement and shared the initial preparations for the upcoming edition, where the explicit objective is achieving a better result in the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Preparations for 2027 - The Ambition for a Higher Placement In a post published on LinkedIn, Sikorski wrote: “Eurovision 2026 - what a crazy journey it has been! Thank you, Sarah, for a fantastic performance and relentless effort on stage and behind the scenes. And thank you to the incredible team at the national broadcaster SWR.” Reflecting on...
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Germany’s Second Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Germany’s Second Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sarah Engels stunned during Germany’s second Eurovision 2026 rehearsal in Vienna with explosive staging and powerhouse vocals for "Fire". Germany’s representative, Sarah Engels, returned to the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna today for a second explosive rehearsal that proved no lost luggage incident could stop her. Delivering a powerful performance of "Fire", which begins as an intimate piano ballad before transforming into a golden burst of energy, Germany made it clear that it is aiming for the very top of the scoreboard. Wearing a gold bodysuit decorated with fiery gemstones and incorporating a secret on-stage element that reportedly left viewers stunned, the German delegation unveiled a once-in-a-lifetime visual spectacle that practically burns through the screen while setting a new benchmark for vocal power on the Austrian stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Germany's Second Rehearsal: more details In the rehearsal clip released from the German performance, Engels is seen performing the song’s chorus surrounded by pyrotechnics and giant lyrics displayed...
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Germany’s First Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

Germany’s First Rehearsal: Sarah Engels Takes the Eurovision 2026 Stage

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Sarah Engels, held her first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Fire." Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights on the stage of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, went down, and it seemed as if all of Europe held its breath for the moment Germany would reveal its cards for the 70th edition of the competition. Sarah Engels, Germany's representative took to the stage for her first rehearsal; after landing in Vienna yesterday and discovering her luggage had disappeared, the singer proved within seconds why she is considered one of the biggest promises of the year. Although she holds a guaranteed spot in the Grand Final as part of the "Big 5" nations, Engels did not take her foot off the gas for a single moment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Germany's First Rehearsal: more details The performance opens in an intimate and chilling manner, with Sarah lying on top of a massive cube in...
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Germany Under Pressure: Sarah Engels’ Eurovision Suitcase Goes Missing

Germany Under Pressure: Sarah Engels’ Eurovision Suitcase Goes Missing

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “I'll Perform in Pajamas”: Germany’s Eurovision 2026 representative arrived in Vienna for her first rehearsal taking place today, only to discover that the airline lost the suitcase containing all of her Eurovision outfits. Rehearsals for Eurovision 2026 are now fully underway, with the Big 4 countries and the host nation set to take the stage for the first time today. Ahead of those rehearsals, Germany’s representative, Sarah Engels, arrived in the Austrian capital yesterday, only to discover, at the height of the excitement, that the suitcase containing all of her outfits for the Eurovision events had disappeared. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At this stage, it remains unclear what Sarah’s first rehearsal will look like — or whether she will really have to appear “in pajamas,” as she jokingly told her followers. At the peak of rehearsal week, while all delegations are already in Vienna and preparations are in full swing, Sarah Engels landed in...
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Playing with Fire: Sarah Engels Faces Backlash Over Video Filmed in Africa

Playing with Fire: Sarah Engels Faces Backlash Over Video Filmed in Africa

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Sarah Engels, faces media backlash after posting a video from South Africa in which she sings with local schoolchildren, prompting accusations of exploitation and cultural insensitivity. Preparations for Eurovision 2026 are gaining momentum, but Germany’s road to the competition appears filled with image-related obstacles. Sarah Engels, Germany’s representative for Eurovision 2026, who will perform in the grand final in Vienna, Austria, recently shared a controversial video from her vacation in South Africa. The clip shows Engels surrounded by dozens of local schoolchildren, singing together her song “Fire”, the song she will perform on the big European stage. While the singer described the moment as “a unique musical connection that transcends language”, many German netizens and cultural critics condemned it, calling it a cynical use of children for personal career promotion. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “White Savior Complex” The video that sparked the uproar showed Engels acting as a “music teacher for a day” at a South African school....
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Sarah Engels: “Good Music is not enough for Eurovision”

Sarah Engels: “Good Music is not enough for Eurovision”

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany at Eurovision 2026: Sarah Engels discusses her dream to participate in Eurovision which comes true, her favourites songs and the plans for Vienna  Sarah Engels, Germany’s representative at Eurovision 2026, is in the peak of her preparations for the competition set to take place in May. After previously speaking about her decision to upgrade both the performance and the song ahead of the contest in Vienna, we conducted a short interview with her and asked about her choice to participate in Eurovision and her plans for the contest. Watch the full interview: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In the interview, Sarah says she didn't plan on signing up for the German national selection at all: "It was another decision of... we first of all we had the song so we were working on "Fire" in the studio and then we thought, oh maybe this could be a really nice Eurovision song, so yes, that was the way it was" she...
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Germany Reveals: Major Changes to “Fire” Ahead of Eurovision 2026

Germany Reveals: Major Changes to “Fire” Ahead of Eurovision 2026

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During a press‑conference interview, Sarah Engels outlined plans to revamp her song “Fire” and staging for May’s Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, joining a growing list of countries releasing updated contest versions The preparations for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria are rapidly accelerating, and while many delegations are polishing their performances for the big stage, Sarah Engels, Germany’s representative, confirmed in an interview that what audiences have seen so far is only the beginning. According to her, the delegation is already working intensively on a new Eurovision version of “Fire” and on revamped staging for the arena in Vienna.​ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “We need to shift into a higher gear” During an interview on ARD‑Moma, host Till Nassif wondered why there was any need to change the performance at all, noting that many viewers felt the Berlin show already looked like a Eurovision grand final act. Engels did not hesitate and replied firmly: “Yes, I...
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Germany: Sarah Engels to Perform “Fire” at Eurovision 2026

Germany: Sarah Engels to Perform “Fire” at Eurovision 2026

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany at Eurovision 2026: Sarah Engels will perform the song “Fire” in the Grand Final on May 16th in Vienna, Austria. Listen to the song.  "Fire" is the song to be performed by Sarah Engels, representing Germany at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. The song was co-written by Engels together with Dario Schürmann, Luisa Heinemann, Raphael Lott, and Valentin Boes.​ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); From the very first moment on stage, Sarah radiates energy that makes it clear the song was written precisely for her. Behind her, the screen displays fiery visuals, and as the performance unfolds, real flames rise along the edges of the stage. Sarah delivers a dynamic and uplifting performance, offering a refreshing and captivating contrast to the songs Germany has sent to Eurovision in recent years. It will be intriguing to see what result this stylistic shift brings for Germany in the upcoming Eurovision Grand Final this May. The song “Fire” tells the story of a...
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Tonight at 20:15 CET: Germany Selects Its Entry for Eurovision

Tonight at 20:15 CET: Germany Selects Its Entry for Eurovision

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 20:15 CET, the grand final of "Das deutsche Finale 2026" takes place. At the end of which the German entry for Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria, will be chosen. Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight at 20:15 CET, Germany will host “Das deutsche Finale 2026”, at the end of which, the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026 — which will take place in Vienna, Austria — will be selected. The show will be held at Studio Berlin Adlershof in Berlin, Germany, and hosted by Barbara Schöneberger and Hazel Brugger, who also co‑hosted Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. Nine artists will compete in a two‑stage format. In the first stage, an international jury of 20 music experts from 20 participating countries will determine the three finalists. In the second and final round, the decision will be entirely in the hands of the German public, who will choose who represents Germany in the prestigious contest. The final will begin at 20:15 and...
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Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Germany at Eurovision 2026?

Euromix’s Choice: Who Should Represent Germany at Eurovision 2026?

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in Das Deutsche Finale 2026. Who should represent Germany at Eurovision 2026 according to the editorial team? The German national final, "Das Deutsche Finale 2026", will take place tomorrow, Saturday, February 28, 2026, featuring 9 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Germany at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The winner will be determined by a combination of 50% jury votes and 50% public votes. Just before the national final, the Euromix editorial team convened to listen to the participating songs and choose their favorites from the German national final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Germany? Avi Zaikaner: First Place - Bela - "Herz" Bela delivers catchy German‑language pop that could continue the musical direction Germany took last year. It is a very pleasant song that can win over the European audience at Eurovision and potentially place Germany...
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