Category: Malta

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Aidan, held his second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Bella". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights in the Austrian capital shone for the Maltese artist Aidan today, as he took to the Eurovision 2026 stage for a polished second rehearsal of "Bella" (in English: "Beautiful"). Delivering a performance that feels like a live cinematic music video, the singer showcased a hypnotic blend of high fashion and daring stage technology, utilizing the largest prop seen this year at the Wiener Stadthalle. With a virtuoso upgrade to the famous "tornado" moment via a fly-cam, Malta made it clear today that it is aiming for the top with a level of visual precision rarely seen in the current competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ A Tornado of Emotions on Stage The clip released from the rehearsal begins with the artist approaching the camera against a black background. At that moment, he appears to enter a...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Aidan, held his first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Bella". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The lights in the Austrian capital shone today for Aidan, Malta's representative who took to the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna for a first rehearsal that left onlookers speechless. The song "Bella" was granted a visual envelope unseen so far in this year's competition, as the artist presented a hypnotic blend of high fashion and daring stage technology. It is already clear that Malta is aiming as high as possible with a performance that feels like a live cinematic music video on stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Malta's First Rehearsal: More Details Set to perform as song number 14 in the second semi-final, Aidan wastes no time, positioning himself inside a massive architectural structure that provides a glamorous modern interpretation of classic design. The construction is considered the largest stage prop seen so far at the Wiener...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aidan heads to Vienna for Eurovision 2026 with a high-profile British production team, aiming to set the record for Malta. Just days before Aidan and the Maltese delegation depart for Vienna for the start of rehearsals for Eurovision 2026, the British "dream team" responsible for the singer's performance has been revealed. The production team consists of highly acclaimed names in the Eurovision world and beyond. Will Aidan meet the high expectations set by the bookmakers? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Maltese Superstar Team The artistic direction of the performance will be led by the British studio Black Skull Creative, founded by Dan Shipton, Jay Revel, and Ross Nicholson. Shipton was responsible for the direction of the United Kingdom in 2022 with Sam Ryder, who achieved second place, and also served as the artistic director for Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool. The British studio is known for its collaborations with global superstars such as Dua Lipa, Ava...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Protesters at RTS in Belgrade demand a boycott of Eurovision 2026 due to the inclusion of the Israeli entry by Kan A small group of protesters, organized under the initiative Naš pRoTeSt (Our Protest), recently held a demonstration in front of the building of the Serbian national broadcaster, RTS, in Belgrade. The protesters demanded that the national broadcaster boycott the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, claiming that the country's participation alongside Israel constitutes a legitimization of its policies. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Small Scale Protest in Belgrade During the demonstration, organizers called on RTS to withdraw from the competition, asked local Serbian artists to cancel their performances, and urged business owners in the capital not to screen the contest broadcasts. Instead, the protesters suggested holding alternative events focusing on Palestinian culture and the situation in Gaza. Despite the media attention, it is important to emphasize that this was a small group of protesters that does...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Former President Marie Louise Coleiro Preca joins Malta's protests calling for a Eurovision 2026 boycott due to the controversial participation of Israel. The wave of protests shows no signs of slowing down. While the Maltese national broadcaster PBS and the selected representative for Eurovision 2026, Aidan, are actively preparing for the competition, leaders of the movement opposing the current participation terms organized a large-scale demonstration last Saturday. The event drew hundreds of participants, most notably the former President of Malta, Marie Louise Coleiro Preca. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Silence is Complicity": Calls for Boycott Intensify in Valletta During the demonstration, participants repeatedly chanted slogans such as "No music during genocide" and "Boycott Eurovision". A prominent speaker at the event, Andre Callus, representing the Maltese organization Moviment Graffitti, delivered a sharp critique, stating: "Silence is complicity". Simultaneously, an open letter signed by over 150 Maltese creators from various artistic fields was released, quickly becoming a focal point...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Pro-Palestinian groups in Malta announce a national protest urging withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s participation, intensifying political pressure on the contest. It emerged today for the first time that a pro-Palestinian campaign in Malta has announced a nationwide demonstration against Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, calling on the Maltese government to lead a withdrawal from the contest as long as Israel remains a participant. This marks another forceful and controversial move that once again places Eurovision 2026 at the center of political turmoil, with a direct challenge to the legitimacy of Israel’s participation in the competition. The demonstration is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 21 February, at 16:00 local time, in front of the Parliament building in Valletta, carrying a sharp and unequivocal message: “No music during genocide.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Call for Withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 and Severe Accusations Against Israel The protest organizers are demanding that Malta withdraw from the competition...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta at Eurovision 2026: Aidan will perform “Bella” on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna. Listen to the song. “Bella” (in English: “Beautiful”) is the title of the song performed by Aidan, who will represent Malta at Eurovision 2026. The contest will take place in Vienna, Austria on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. Malta will perform on the second half of the second semi-final. The song was co-written by Aidan together with Joep Van Den Boom and Sarah Bonnici. Aidan triumphed over 11 other contestants in “MESC 2026”, which was held this evening. The Maltese final took place tonight at the MFCC Conference Centre in Ta’ Qali, hosted by former representatives Destiny Chukunyere and Gaia Cauchi, together with presenter Keane Cutajar. The winner was chosen through a combination of jury votes (50%) and public televoting (50%). Aidan managed to capture the top spot, surpassing other prominent favorites such as Matt Blxck and Denise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The performance opened in complete darkness, as a single spotlight illuminated Aidan’s silhouette...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 20:45 CET, Malta hosts the grand final of “MESC 2026”, where the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight at 20:45 CET, the grand final of “MESC 2026”, will take place. At the end of tonight’s broadcast, Malta’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. Last Thursday, the semi-final was held, where 18 songs competed for 12 spots in the grand final, set to take place tonight. Malta will be the fourth country to reveal its song for the international contest, following Albania, Montenegro and Moldova, which will also select its entry later tonight. Twelve songs are competing in “MESC 2026”, from which Malta’s artist and entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria will be chosen. “MESC 2026” will take place at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta’ Qali and will be hosted by three presenters: Destiny Chukunyere, Malta’s representative for Eurovision 2020 and 2021, Gaia Cauchi, and Keane...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in MESC 2026. Who should represent Malta at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The Maltese Eurovision national selection, “MESC 2026”, is set to take place tonight at 20:45 CET, featuring 12 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Malta at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered to listen to the participating songs and select their favorites from the Maltese national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Malta? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Aidan – “Bella“ Aidan brings to the Maltese national selection a sixties-style pop ballad. The attempt to connect with another era — similar to what the Portuguese winner did at Eurovision 2017 — highlights a sense of nostalgia for a classic time that may captivate both the juries and the public. The song blends Mediterranean romance,...