Tonight at 20:15 CET: First Semi-Final of “Dora 2026”

Tonight at 20:15 CET: First Semi-Final of “Dora 2026”

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Watch: Tonight at 20:15 CET, the first semi-final of "Dora 2026" takes place. Eight songs will secure their place in the final. A viewing link is provided. The first semi-final of Dora 2026 will take place tonight at 20:15 CET, at the HTV studios in Zagreb and will be broadcast live on HTV, the HRTi platform, and the broadcaster's website. During the show, 12 contestants will compete for eight spots in the final scheduled for Sunday, February 15th. The semi-final results will be determined solely by public voting, without jury involvement. The show will be hosted by Barbara Kolar, Duško Ćurlić, Iva Šulentić, and Ivan Vukušić. To watch the first semi-final live from 20:15 to 22:20 CET – click here     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The second semi-final is scheduled for Friday, February 13th, where eight additional contestants will secure their spots in the final on February 15th. At the end of the final, Croatia's official entry for Eurovision 2026, in...
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Sweden: Listen to Snippets from the Third Heat of Melodifestivalen 2026

Sweden: Listen to Snippets from the Third Heat of Melodifestivalen 2026

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish national broadcaster, SVT, has revealed snippets of the six songs competing in the third heat of Melodifestivalen 2026 This Saturday marks the beginning of the third heat of Sweden’s Eurovision national selection – Melodifestivalen 2026, in the city of Kristianstad. As part of the selection process, 30 songs will compete in five heats, one semi-final (“Second Chance”), and a final where Sweden’s representative for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Third Heat Contestants: Patrik Jean - "Dusk Till Dawn" Korslagda - "King of Rock 'n' Roll" Emilia Pantić - "Ingenting" Medina - "Viva L'Amor" Eva Jumatate - "Selfish" Saga Ludvigsson - "Ain't Today" Click on the song titles to listen to the snippets! Familiar Names From The Third Heat: Saga Ludvigsson – 19 years old, competed in Melodifestivalen last year with the song “Hate You So Much,” which advanced surprisingly straight from her heat to the final, finishing 12th. Saga became known when she reached second place in...
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“Sing for Greece 2026”: First Semi-Final Results

“Sing for Greece 2026”: First Semi-Final Results

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Seven songs have advanced to the final of “Sing for Greece 2026”, which will take place on February 15th. The First semi final of "Sing for Greece 2026" took place tonight and 14 artists compete for seven spots in the final. The first semi-final was held at the "Peiraios 260" in Athens, and was hosted by Giorgos Kapoutzidis, Betty Maggira and Katerina Vrana. At the end of the evening, seven songs qualified for the final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Semi-Final Qualifiers: Alexandra Sieti – The Other Side Akylas – Ferto Evangelia – Paréa Marseaux – Khánomai Rosanna Mailan – Alma STEFI – Europa STYLIANOS – You & I Click on the song title to listen! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Among the finalist you can find a familiar name - Evangelia, which competed in the Greek national selection last year with the song “Vále” and finished in second place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Don't Forget to...
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Eurovision 2026 Betting Odds: Finland Closes Gap With Israel

Eurovision 2026 Betting Odds: Finland Closes Gap With Israel

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Drama: Finland closes the gap with Israel in the Eurovision 2026 betting tables – a tight battle at the top. Eurovision 2026's betting tables continue to update in real time, with Israel still leading — but by a razor‑thin margin: Noam Bettan stands at 11% chance to win, standing even with Finland, which is closing the gap rapidly and threatening first place. The drama in the Eurovision betting tables intensifies, and the fight at the top becomes closer than ever. According to data from major European betting sites, Israel remains first, but Finland is breathing down its neck with the same 11% win probability. Finland’s rise comes despite the country not yet officially selecting its Eurovision 2026 song. Nevertheless, Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen’s song "Liekinheitin", competing in Finland’s UMK, has generated exceptional media buzz in recent days. Finnish media already reports that it is the leading candidate to win the local national final. A source in Helsinki’s music industry told YLE:  “The reaction to the song is unprecedented. It’s generating...
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Luxembourg: Eva Marija’s Song for Eurovision Will Not Be Disqualified

Luxembourg: Eva Marija’s Song for Eurovision Will Not Be Disqualified

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After weeks of discussions between RTL and rights holders, the song “Mother Nature” will participate in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. Investigations found no grounds for disqualification or copyright infringement   Two and a half weeks have passed since Eva Marija was chosen to represent Luxembourg at the upcoming Eurovision 2026 with her song “Mother Nature”. Shortly after her victory, social media erupted with demands to disqualify the entry, claiming it plagiarized Birdy’s 2016 hit “Keeping Your Head Up”. The decision about participation has now been disclosed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “No further steps are necessary” Following weeks of discussions between RTL and the European Broadcasting Union and various copyright organizations, it has been decided that the song will remain in the competition and will represent Luxembourg in Vienna, Austria. Jeff Spielmann, Luxembourg’s press manager for Eurovision, stated: “Preparations for the Vienna contest are proceeding as planned.” He noted that a series of meetings with different parties, institutions, and experts had been held...
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Tonight at 20:00 CET: “Sing for Greece 2026” First Semi-Final

Tonight at 20:00 CET: “Sing for Greece 2026” First Semi-Final

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Tonight at 20:00 CET The first semi-final of "Sing for Greece 2026" takes place. Seven songs will secure their place in the final. A viewing link is provided. The first semi-final of “Sing for Greece 2026,” will take place tonight at 20:00 CET at the Peiraios 260 venue in Athens, and will be broadcast by the Greek national television network. 14 contestants will compete for seven spots in the final, which will be held on Sunday, February 15. Public voting will be open to viewers worldwide via a QR code that will appear on screen during the broadcast. The show will be hosted by Giorgos Kapoutzidis, Betty Maggira, and Katerina Vrana. To watch the first semi-final live from 20:00 – click here and follow the registration instructions!   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The second semi-final will take place this coming Friday, February 13, with seven additional acts qualifying for the final, which will be held on February 15. The winner...
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Melodifestivalen 2026: Felicia Is Inches Away From a Historic Record

Melodifestivalen 2026: Felicia Is Inches Away From a Historic Record

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Not all songs from Sweden's "Melodifestivalen 2026" have been revealed, yet beloved singer Felicia is already close to breaking KAJ's remarkable record from last year. Screenshot: SVT Europe’s largest and most beloved Eurovision national selection, Melodifestivalen 2026, is now in full swing. Two heats are already behind us, and three more remain to be held every Saturday from February 14th to February 28th. More than half of the competing songs are yet to be unveiled, but a clear favorite for victory has already emerged - after reports surfaced that one performer almost broke a particularly impressive record. What’s the record? All the details below. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Last Saturday saw the second heat of Sweden’s "Melodifestivalen". The first artist to qualify directly for the final round was Felicia, who performed the song “My System”. The Melodifestivalen stage is no stranger to Felicia, who previously participated in 2024 under the pseudonym Fröken Snusk with the song “Unga & Fria”. While she did not manage...
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Denmark: “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Running Order Revealed

Denmark: “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Running Order Revealed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Danish national broadcaster DR, has announced the running order of the songs that will compete in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026", which will take place on February 14th. The winner will represent Denmark at the contest in Vienna, Austria. The Danish national broadcaster DR revealed last night (Monday) the official running order for the eight songs competing in "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026". The show will take place this coming Saturday, February 14th, 2026, at 20:00 CET. The winner of the national final will represent Denmark at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The winner will be selected through a combination of public votes (50%) and a jury vote consisting of both Danish and international judges (50%). Who will win the "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" and go on to represent Denmark? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026": Running Order Sander Sanchez - "Two Spirits" Late Runner - "Can U Feel It?" Søren Torpegaard Lund - "Før vi...
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Greece: Change in the National Final’s Voting Format

Greece: Change in the National Final’s Voting Format

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to Greek media reports, a major change in the audience voting format for the upcoming Greek national selection will allow global viewers to influence the results. In the past hour, social media has been flooded with reports from Greece suggesting an upcoming change in the audience voting format for “Sing for Greece 2026”. The competition will feature two semi-finals on February 11th and 13th, leading to the grand final on February 15th, where Greece’s entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria will be chosen. According to a report by the Greek Eurovision website EurovisionFun, starting this year, audience voting will be open to viewers worldwide, not just from Greece. International viewers will be able to cast their votes online for €0.68, while those with a Greek phone number can vote via SMS for the same price. In both cases, a maximum of ten votes per user will be allowed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During both semi-finals...
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Finland: “UMK 2026” Running Order Revealed

Finland: “UMK 2026” Running Order Revealed

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(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...
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