Category: Germany

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany surprises with first Eurovision 2028 plans, exploring an expanded national selection with public and private broadcasters. The selection process to choose the German representative for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria is still underway, but the public broadcasting consortium ARD — under which the German national broadcaster SWR operates to select the country's entry — has already revealed its vision for Eurovision 2028. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During a media summit held in Munich, ARD Program Director Christine Strobl disclosed plans for a broad collaboration with other broadcasters in 2028 to host an expanded national selection. According to Strobl, launching a joint venture between public and commercial broadcasters in Germany to select the nation's Eurovision 2028 representative represents one of her biggest goals. Responding to Strobl's statement, Inga Leschek, Chief Content Officer at RTL — the broadcaster responsible for selecting Luxembourg's Eurovision entries and which previously collaborated with ARD in 2025 for the...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Eurovision 2027 selection is progressing, with the first applicants reportedly rejected. Meanwhile, Dschinghis Khan could be heading for a potential comeback. Germany’s preparations for the Eurovision 2027 are officially underway. With the competition set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria, the German broadcaster has completed its initial review of the songs submitted for the national selection, and some applicants have already received disappointing news. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The German national final is expected to take place in February 2027. However, although the selection process is progressing, the broadcaster has not yet revealed which artists remain in the running or which submissions have been eliminated. Could one of Germany’s most iconic musical acts still be among the candidates? Germany Begins Reviewing Eurovision 2027 Submissions The submission window for Germany’s Eurovision 2027 selection closed on September 21. According to the Eurovision news website ESC Kompakt, the first notifications have now been sent to applicants. Those who received a negative response...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); German composer Ralph Siegel submits a new entry for Dschinghis Khan to SWR ahead of the Eurovision 2027 national selection. Is one of the most legendary and recognizable bands in contest history heading for a massive international comeback? Legendary German composer and producer Ralph Siegel hopes to make history once again and bring the iconic band back as Germany's entry for Eurovision 2027, set to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Siegel, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday, confirmed in an interview with the German music portal "Schlagerpuls" that he submitted a new song for the German national selection for the next generation of the band Dschinghis Khan: “We just submitted it, and now we’re very excited. I just want to be in the national selection. I've really submitted something great.” Speaking to the newspaper "Bild", Siegel added that he made it at the very last moment: “I barely made it, the deadline was September 21st.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SWR reveals behind-the-scenes details, submission rules, and the new expert team behind Germany's national final for Eurovision 2027. After Germany opened the path for new artists and songs to compete for the Eurovision 2027 ticket, new behind-the-scenes details of the selection process are now being revealed. A document sent to candidates on behalf of the national broadcaster SWR reveals what next year's national final is expected to look like - and hints at the changes awaiting on the way to choosing the next German entry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Selection Process for 2027 According to the newly revealed information, the German national final for Eurovision 2027 is expected to take place in February, similar to this year. Although further details, including the official name of the selection, the hosting team, and the voting method, have not yet been published, a document revealed by SWR provides a first glimpse into how the participant selection process is expected to be...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SWR opens submissions for Germany's Eurovision 2027 selection and unveils a new expert panel behind the national final. Germany's national broadcaster SWR has officially opened the submission window for its Eurovision 2027 national selection. Artists and songwriters can submit their entries until September 21st, 2026. The broadcaster emphasized that it is not looking for any particular musical style and welcomes every artistic vision, whether from established performers or newcomers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Submission Rules Announced In addition to meeting the standard Eurovision eligibility requirements, applicants must submit both an artist and a song as a complete package. Entries consisting of only a song or only an artist will not be considered. SWR is requesting a finished song alongside a 90-second video presentation. Applicants are also encouraged to include links to their social media accounts or websites that showcase the artist's professional work and experience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); New Expert Team to Oversee the Selection Germany appears determined to strengthen its...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The viral football chant for Erling Haaland during World Cup 2026 actually originates from West Germany's 1979 Eurovision legends, Dschinghis Khan. Photo credit: screenshot from YouTube. Erling Haaland. If you have scrolled through TikTok, Instagram Reels lately, or just watched a match of the Norwegian entry at World Cup 2026, there is no chance you missed it. The rhythmic and infectious cheer echoing from the stands: "Ha-Ha-Ha-Haaland, hey!". It is impossible to ignore, and once it gets stuck in your head, good luck trying to get it out. Today, this melody is instantly associated with the unstoppable Norwegian striker Erling Haaland - often named "The Cyborg" or "The Viking" - who shatters records and dismantles defenses with ease. But here is a plot twist that almost no one in the stands is aware of: the melody behind the most viral fan chant in the football world actually comes directly from the glitter, camp, and disco frenzy of the Eurovision...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SWR appoints A Eurovision Winner to lead Germany's Eurovision project after Sarah Engels' disappointing result in Vienna. Did Germany's disappointing performance at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna trigger a major overhaul? Germany was represented this year by Sarah Engels with the song "Fire", finishing in just 23rd place. The disappointing result prompted serious self-reflection within the German delegation and has now led to a dramatic leadership change. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a 12-year absence, Torsten Amarell, who served as Germany's Head of Delegation between 2010 and 2015, will return to lead the Eurovision project for the German national broadcaster SWR. His previous tenure marked one of Germany's most successful periods in the contest, including the country's victory in 2010 and two additional top-ten finishes in the following years. Although Germany finished near the bottom of the scoreboard during the three years that followed, and Amarell's first tenure ended on a painful note with Germany finishing last...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); German Eurovision composer Ralph Siegel has been placed in an induced coma in Munich following severe pneumonia. Deep concern fills the Eurovision world as the legendary German composer and producer, Ralph Siegel, has been placed in a medically induced coma at a Munich hospital after contracting severe pneumonia. The 80-year-old composer was transferred to the intensive care unit and was intubated and sedated following a severe deterioration in his medical condition. His daughter, Giulia Siegel, shared an update on Instagram: “The whole family is together and completely focused on our father. He is currently in an artificial coma, but is already able to breathe on his own. We look towards the coming days with optimism. We ask to avoid speculation and to respect only verified information. We will not provide further information or interviews at this stage. Thank you very much for your understanding and for protecting our privacy.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The deterioration of his health comes...