Category: Norway

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); NRK officially confirms Norway will compete in Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria, opening the song submission window for the traditional MGP national selection. The Norwegian national broadcaster NRK has officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2027, which will take place in Bulgaria next May. Norway is the ninth country to confirm its participation in Eurovision 2027, following Cyprus, Germany, Luxembourg, North Macedonia, San Marino, Greece, Switzerland and the host country – Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ NRK Opens Song Submissions for MGP 2027 Norway will select its entry for Eurovision 2027 through its traditional national selection, Melodi Grand Prix (MGP). The Norwegian national broadcaster NRK opened the submission window for the local selection today, with the deadline set for August 31st 2026. Aspiring artists and talented songwriters are invited to submit their songs to participate in the competition, and time will tell if the song will also be performed on the Eurovision stage in Bulgaria. The submission of songs is open to all creators, but several rules...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); NRK reveals the EBU asked Norway’s Jonas Lovv to reduce the “sex appeal” of his Eurovision 2026 performance in Vienna. Yesterday, the traditional Turquoise Carpet event took place in Vienna, officially marking the opening of Eurovision week for 2026. During the festive event, representatives from all participating countries gave interviews to numerous media outlets. Among the artists, it was Norway’s representative, Jonas Lovv, who caused a stir during an interview with the Norwegian national broadcaster NRK. During the interview, Jonas revealed that the European Broadcasting Union had asked him to tone down his stage performance in Vienna, claiming it was “too sexy”. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ “Not Family Friendly” Later in the interview, Mads Tørklep, head of the Norwegian delegation, confirmed the singer’s comments and explained: “We have been told to tone down the 'sex appeal' because it is not family-friendly enough, so we will do that” The delegation head also added, addressing Jonas directly: “We didn’t mean to make this...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norway’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Jonas Lovv, held his second rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Ya Ya Ya". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. Jonas Lovv, representing Norway, took to the stage today for his crucial second rehearsal at Eurovision 2026, proving why he was chosen to close the second semi-final with a bang. Delivering a raw and energetic rock performance of his hit "Ya Ya Ya", the singer presented a polished version featuring blinding red lighting, explosive charisma, and intense pyrotechnic effects unlike anything seen so far this year. With a bold performance portraying him as a modern rock god, Norway is making it clear they are aiming for the top of the leaderboard in a show that left the arena in Vienna breathless. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Visuals, Sequins, and Staging Details The released footage begins at the start of the song, where we see the artist approaching the center of the stage, which features a...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norway’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Jonas Lovv, held his first rehearsal in Vienna with the song "Ya Ya Ya". Stay tuned for all updates from Austria. The stage in Vienna, Austria, has been transformed into an electric rock arena that refuses to turn off the red lights. The Norwegian singer, Jonas Lovv, took to the stage for his first rehearsal and left the journalists in the hall breathless with a display of charisma, dark style, and explosive energy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Norway's First Rehearsal: More Details Leather, Sequins, and the Promise of a Victory Tattoo From the very first seconds of the performance of the hit "Ya Ya Ya", it was difficult to look away from the extraordinary visual display of the Norwegian artist. Lovv chose to take the stage shirtless, believing that his body and numerous tattoos are an artistic canvas in their own right; he even declared that he would add a tattoo of the contest in the...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norway has announced that their representative, Jonas Lovv, will be allowed to freely express political views, including regarding Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026. The decision contradicts the contest’s rules. The Norwegian national broadcaster NRK refuses to comply with Eurovision Song Contest rules, announcing that it will allow its representative, Jonas Lovv, to freely express opinions on sensitive political issues – including regarding Israel. The statement comes amid the controversy sparked by Swedish singer Felicia, who called for Israel’s removal from the Eurovision Song Contest. The implication is clear: a confrontation between a major European broadcaster and the EBU – with Israel once again at the center of the controversy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: Norway Breaks the Rules The head of Norway’s "Melodi Grand Prix", Mads Tørklep, clearly stated that Jonas Lovv “is allowed to answer exactly as he wants, and to whomever he wants” – without any restrictions from NRK. This directly contradicts EBU rules, which require political neutrality within Eurovision 2026. According to Tørklep: “We...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Nordic Eurovision Party 2026 brought together Eurovision 2026 acts and former contestants in Oslo for a packed night of live performances, followed by an energetic afterparty The Nordic Eurovision Party took place last night for the third time, and for the second year in a row, it was held in Norway’s capital, Oslo. The event featured no less than 17 Eurovision 2026 contestants, along with additional former Eurovision participants. The show was staged at Rockefeller Music Hall, while the afterparty was held at John Dee in Oslo. Watch the full performances of the Eurovision 2026 participants from the Nordic party. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 performances Eva Marija - Luxembourg’s representative at Eurovision 2026 with the song "Mother Nature":   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Nordic Eurovision Party‎‏ (@‏‎nordiceurovisionparty‎‏)‎‏ Aidan - Malta’s representative at Eurovision 2026 with the song "Bella" (in English: "Beautiful”):   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Nordic Eurovision Party‎‏ (@‏‎nordiceurovisionparty‎‏)‎‏ Atvara - Latvia’s representative at Eurovision 2026...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norway at Eurovision 2026: Jonas Lovv will perform the song "Ya Ya Ya" in the second semi-final on May 14th in Vienna, Austria. Listen to the song. "Ya Ya Ya" is the song performed by Jonas Lovv, who will represent Norway in Eurovision 2026 taking place in Vienna, Austria, in the second semi-final on May 14th. The song was written by the singer himself together with Sondre Skaftun. The song is performed in English. Jonas won over 8 other contestants in the Norwegian national final "Melodi Grand Prix 2026," which was held tonight. The Norwegian final was held tonight in a live broadcast from Håkons Hall in Lillehammer, hosted by Marte Stokstad, Markus Neby, and Ronny Brede Aase. The winner was determined by a combination of votes from a professional jury (50%) and the public televote (50%). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jonas and the band stand on a small stage in the center of the stage, with red lighting...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 19:45 CET, the grand final of “Melodi Grand Prix 2026” begins, where Norway’s song and representative for Eurovision 2026 will be selected. Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight at 19:45 CET, Norway’s Eurovision national selection, “Melodi Grand Prix 2026”, will take place, culminating in the selection of Norway’s representative and song for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The national final will be held this year at Håkons Hall in Lillehammer and will be hosted by Marte Stokstad, Markus Neby, and Ronny Brede Aase. Nine contestants will compete in tonight’s final, with Norway’s Eurovision representative determined through a combined voting system of 40% jury vote and 60% public vote. The final will begin at 19:45 and continue until 21:45 CET. Watch the grand final of “Melodi Grand Prix 2026” here!   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who to Watch Tonight? In a poll conducted on the EuroMix website, EuroMix's readers chose Mileo to represent Norway at Eurovision 2026...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in "Melodi Grand Prix 2026". Who should represent Norway at Eurovision according to the editorial team? This Saturday, February 28, at 19:45 CET, Melodi Grand Prix 2026 will take place, during which the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, will be chosen. Nine artists will compete for the coveted ticket to the contest. The winner will be determined through a combination of public voting (60%) and jury voting (40%). Just before the big night, the Euromix team gathered, listened to the entries, and selected their favorite songs from Norway’s national selection.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Norway? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Mileo – "Frankenstein" Mileo brings to Norway’s national selection another song that perfectly reflects his unique musical style. His entry is an upbeat, youthful, and modern pop track that stands out from the other songs in the competition. He has a very good...