Category: Norway

 (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...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alexander Rybak returns to "Melodi Grand Prix 2026", reflecting on his past. In a candid interview, he apologizes for his controversial on-stage kiss with Lena Meyer-Landrut and speaks openly about overcoming addiction. Former Eurovision winner Alexander Rybak shared a New Year’s post on his Instagram account, mentioning a date that led European fans to suspect that the artist, who has represented Norway twice and won Eurovision 2009 by a landslide, is planning a return to the competition, set to take place in Vienna, Austria. Alexander Rybak, the man and the violin who brought Norway a historic Eurovision victory with “Fairytale” in 2009, is making a comeback this year at "Melodi Grand Prix 2026", in hopes of representing his country for the third time. But this musical return also brings a moment of deep reflection on one of Eurovision’s most talked-about and controversial moments. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an intimate interview with Norway’s national broadcaster NRK, Rybak expressed regret for...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Norway’s national broadcaster NRK has revealed eight of the nine entries for Melodi Grand Prix 2026. The final song will be chosen via online voting and revealed tomorrow morning. Norway’s national broadcaster NRK, which oversees the national selection Melodi Grand Prix 2026, has just revealed eight of the nine songs set to compete in Norway’s Eurovision selection, scheduled to take place on February 28th. Voting for the final wildcard spot opened this morning and will close tomorrow at 10:00 CET. The final duel features Raylee with the song “Where Did Your Friend Go?” versus Skrellex with the song “Into the Wild”. The song that receives the most online votes will secure the ninth and final place in Melodi Grand Prix 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How Will the Final Competitor Be Chosen? Everyone — not just Norwegian citizens — can vote for their favorite artists and songs. This year, NRK is introducing an exciting new concept. The eight...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Norwegian national broadcaster NRK has revealed the eight artists competing for the ninth and final spot in “Melodi Grand Prix 2026”. Listen to the songs and vote for your favorites! The Norwegian national broadcaster, NRK, has just unveiled the eight artists competing for the ninth and final spot in "Melodi Grand Prix 2026". The winner will represent Norway at Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. Among the eight contestants are many familiar faces making comebacks — including one fresh from last year’s Eurovision held in Basel, Switzerland. NRK has opened voting worldwide — all you need to do is follow the link below, listen to the songs, register, and vote for your favorite! Like last year, "Melodi Grand Prix 2026" will be held without semifinals. The ninth participant and all the competing songs will be revealed on January 26th. The final show will take place on February 28th, when Norway’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest will be selected. (adsbygoogle...