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London Eurovision Festival 2026 Kicks Off 70th Anniversary Gala

April 17, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); EuroMix reports from LEF 2026 in London, featuring performances from Eurovision 2026 artists and past icons in a safe, inclusive environment. The London Eurovision Festival (LEF) begins tonight, bringing two massive Eurovision evenings to the British capital and raising the pulse of fans worldwide. This non-profit festival marks 70 years of the Eurovision Song Contest through two days of live music and European style, featuring many Eurovision 2026 participants alongside beloved past stars. The event combines high-level entertainment with a significant social impact, and the EuroMix team will be on-site to cover the event and interview the participants. The EuroMix team will be there to cover the event and interview the contestants! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Building on the success of the 2024 and 2025 editions, the festival is described by fans and artists as a “glitter-filled family reunion.” Beyond the performances, the event is known for its two red carpet sessions, allowing for close interaction between the artists...

Slovenia’s RTVSLO Chief Sparks Eurovision 2022 Voting Controversy

April 16, 2026April 16, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); RTVSLO’s Natalija Gorščak comments on Eurovision 2022, Ukraine, and Israel’s Eurovision 2026 participation debate. Natalija Gorščak, head of the Slovenian national broadcaster RTVSLO, who led the move against Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, recently made a controversial statement claiming: “Ukraine should not have won in 2022, but the United Kingdom.” The remark raises serious questions about voting patterns and perceived fairness in the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Slovenia is one of the countries that led a hardline stance against Israel in Eurovision 2026 and withdrew from the competition following its participation. The Slovenian national broadcaster fully politicized the contest, and its director now complains: “We did not withdraw only because of what is happening in Gaza, but because Eurovision cannot escape politics, even if it claims to do so.” Ukraine as a Case Study in Eurovision Voting Gorščak points to Ukraine as a central example. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Ukraine’s 2022 Eurovision entry was officially classified as non-political...

Estonia: Vanilla Ninja to Debut Revamped “Too Epic to Be True” on April 17th

April 16, 2026April 24, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Vanilla Ninja will release the final rocky version of their Eurovision 2026 entry on April 17th, featuring a new music video. The Estonian entry for Eurovision 2026, Vanilla Ninja, has announced that the final and improved version of their song, "Too Epic to Be True", will be revealed tomorrow, April 17th. The announcement noted that the song’s style will be more dynamic and that the group will produce a new music video for the entry. The band also mentioned that the performance in Vienna will be distinctly different from their performance in "Eesti Laul". The revamped version and music video will be published across all platforms at 23:00 CET. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Revamping the Estonian Entry for Eurovision The group revealed that "Too Epic to Be True" is expected to undergo changes, and the version set for release at midnight will be the one performed on the Eurovision stage in Austria. The band announced that the song’s style...

Lithuania: Lion Ceccah Reveals Revamped Song and Complex Staging

April 16, 2026April 30, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); LRT reveals the final version of “Sólo Quiero Más” by Lion Ceccah, featuring a dramatic violin arrangement for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. The final version of the Lithuanian entry for Eurovision 2026, "Sólo Quiero Más" (in English: "I Just Want More"), was released over the past 24 hours. Performed by Lion Ceccah, the track will represent Lithuania, one of the 35 nations competing this year, as song number 12 in the first semi-final, on May 12th, in Vienna, Austria. Currently, Lithuania is ranked 19th in the betting odds. Listen to the Eurovision Version of the Lithuanian Entry: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Violin Trend Reaches Lithuania The violin is undoubtedly the instrument taking over Eurovision 2026, and the trend has not skipped Lithuania. The new version is accompanied by numerous string instruments and a piano, giving it a much more dramatic character than the original. These changes reinforce the feeling that "Sólo Quiero Más" is an anthem of passion...

One Month to Eurovision 2026: ORF Reveals Grand Final Details

April 16, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ORF confirms interval acts for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, including JJ and Lordi, while Finland remains the favorite to win in May. Exactly 11 months and one day have passed since the singer JJ took the Eurovision stage during the Grand Final, performing "Wasted Love" and securing Austria's third victory, 11 years after its previous win. In exactly one month, on Saturday, May 16th, 25 hopeful contestants from 25 nations will attempt to replicate that success and bring Eurovision 2027 to their home countries. Ahead of the event, the following is a compilation of the most important information regarding the Grand Final and the wider competition, including the running orders, betting favorites, and interval performances. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: Full Schedule The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will take place in May, as tradition dictates. The exact dates are as follows: First Semi-Final: Tuesday, May 12th, 2026. Second Semi-Final: Thursday, May 14th, 2026. Grand Final: Saturday, May 16th, 2026. Beyond...

Sacha Jean-Baptiste and Fredrik Rydman to Direct DARA for Bulgaria

April 16, 2026 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); For the first time: Sacha Jean-Baptiste and Fredrik "Benke" Rydman will join forces to direct DARA for Bulgaria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. It seems that Bulgaria does not intend to leave anything to chance for Eurovision 2026. In a post published by the esteemed Swedish director Sacha Jean-Baptiste, it was revealed that she and Fredrik "Benke" Rydman will join forces for the first time to direct the performance of the Bulgarian singer, pop star DARA. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “We are very happy and excited to unite forces for Bulgaria and the superstar DARA,” Jean-Baptiste wrote on her Instagram account. “We have created something ‘BANGARANGA’ together and we cannot wait to share it with you!” הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎JEANBAPTISTEGROUP‎‏ (@‏‎jeanbaptistegroup‎‏)‎‏ The Masterminds Behind the Biggest Victories This is a historic collaboration, as both creators are considered the most successful and influential directors in Eurovision over the past decade, each boasting...

Due to Israel’s participation: RTVE will not broadcast Eurovision 2026

April 16, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); RTVE confirms it will not broadcast Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, citing the participation of the Israeli national broadcaster KAN The Spanish national broadcaster, RTVE, does not intend to settle for its withdrawal from the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 and has announced that it will not even broadcast the event. RTVE will not air the upcoming contest held in Vienna due to the presence of the Israeli national broadcaster KAN. This decision follows Spain’s unprecedented withdrawal from the competition last December for the same reason. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite the absence of a broadcast in the country, Spanish Eurovision fans who watch the show through other platforms will still be able to vote under the “Rest of the World” category. This voting block aggregates the points of viewers from non-participating countries, counting them as a single country’s public vote. The “Rest of the World” vote was introduced in 2023, and the Israeli entry has consistently performed well in this...

The Big Eurovision 2026 Surprise: Romania’s Entry Goes Viral Online

April 16, 2026April 30, 2026 by Ido Naman Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Romania’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Alexandra Căpitănescu, is dominating social media as her entry, “Choke Me”, goes viral on TikTok with millions of views and streams. Less than a month before the Eurovision 2026, with delegations soon departing for Vienna, every participant is working hard to win the audience’s hearts and votes. It seems that Alexandra Căpitănescu, Romania’s representative, has cracked the code for online success by leveraging the power of social media to promote her entry “Choke Me”. In recent weeks, Alexandra has gone viral, especially on TikTok, where her song has already gained over 20 million views and more than two million streams on Spotify. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Romania’s Unexpected Comeback Romania returns to Eurovision this year after a two-year absence; its last participation was in 2023. Due to financial difficulties leading to withdrawal and disappointing past results, expectations for Romania’s comeback were initially modest. In early March, the Romanian national selection took place, where Căpitănescu won with her song “Choke Me”. However, even back in...

USA Expansion: YouTube to Broadcast Eurovision 2026 Without Paywalls

April 14, 2026 by Roie Ben Hoor Comment Closed

(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...

Finland Leads Eurovision 2026 Top 5 Odds as New Markets Open

April 14, 2026 by Adiel ShtainmetzNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland’s Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen dominate Eurovision 2026 betting odds, while France, Denmark, and Noam Bettan follow in the Top 5. With only about a month to go before Eurovision 2026, additional betting categories continue to open, predicting outcomes beyond the general winner of the coveted competition. According to the updated data from the newest category - "Which countries will finish in the top five?" - the clear favorite to win the competition, Finland, sits in first place with a significant lead. The nation is represented by Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen and the song "Liekinheitin" (in English: "Flamethrower"). Following the leaders, Denmark and France occupy the next spots, while Israel and Noam Bettan are currently ranked in fourth place with 46%. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland Dominates Multiple Betting Categories At the center of the Eurovision 2026 betting tables stands Finland, which continues to dominate the top spot not only in the...