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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Melfest WKND 2026" in Stockholm kicked off the Eurovision pre-party season. Held during the local selection weekend, the event featured various Eurovision 2026 contestants and past fan favorites performing live. With less than two months remaining until the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 week commences in Vienna, Austria, the promotional season is officially underway. During this period, various host cities welcome participating artists for "pre-parties" alongside contest veterans and national selection contestants. For the artists, these events provide a vital platform to promote their entries, engage with international fans, and conduct interviews with various international media outlets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Tradition of Melfest WKND in Stockholm Following long-standing tradition, the season's inaugural pre-party was held at the Nalen venue in Stockholm, Sweden. The event coincided with the high-stakes weekend of the local national selection final—Melodifestivalen 2026. This gathering serves as a bridge between the intense local competition and the upcoming international stage. International Talent and Local Stars Take the...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Screenshot: SVT Controversy surrounds Eurovision 2026 as Sweden's representative, Felicia, calls for Israel's exclusion. The Israeli national broadcaster KAN is reportedly considering filing a formal complaint with the EBU Recent reports indicate that officials within KAN, the Israeli national broadcaster are expressing concern over statements made by Sweden's Eurovision 2026 representative, the singer Felicia, who called for Israel to not be allowed to participate in the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to a source familiar with the details who provided the information to Euromix, the possibility of filing a formal complaint with the EBU is being examined, alleging a violation of the Eurovision Song Contest rules that prohibit using the platform to promote political messages. A complaint against the Swedish representative might be aimed at preventing a situation where additional contestants express political stances regarding Israel following pressure from opposing groups – In explicit violation of the competition's regulations. In an official response received from the corporation, it was stated: "KAN...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Screenshot: SVT Drama at Eurovision 2026: Felicia, Sweden’s newly chosen representative, attacked Israel’s participation in a Swedish media interview, in clear violation of competition rules. Only a day after being chosen to represent Sweden with her song “My System”, Felicia — winner of "Melodifestivalen 2026" - has sparked controversy. In an interview, she openly criticized Israel’s participation in Eurovision, raising concerns about a possible breach of the EBU's competition regulations. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In her interview with the Swedish daily "Dagens Nyheter", Felicia was asked about Israel’s participation in the contest. She replied: “I don't think they should be there, actually. That's it. There are a lot of murders going on so I don't think it's right”.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by DN (@dagens_nyheter) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU’s Code of Conduct – And Fears of a Breach On December 10th, 2024, the EBU announced a series of new guidelines (Code Of Conduct), following behind-the-scenes frictions between various delegations and the Israeli delegation...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sweden at Eurovision 2026: Felicia will perform the song "My System" in the first semi-final on May 12th in Vienna, Austria. Listen to the song.  Screenshot: SVT “My System” is the song that will be performed by the singer Felicia, which will represent Sweden at Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th and 16th. The song was written by the artist herself Felicia Eriksson, together with Audun Agnar, Emily Harbakk, Julie Bergan and Theresa Rex. This is the first Eurovision entry by all songwriters. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The performance begins with Felicia standing alone at center stage, wearing a mask over her face, a shimmering black minidress, and glove-like accessories - her entire outfit is black, accented by connecting red threads. The surrounding lighting is a dark, moody red. During the first chorus, the LED screens come to life, projecting red waves; immediately after, red laser beams illuminate the entire stage as Felicia...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 20:00 CET, the Grand Final of “Melodifestivalen 2026”, selecting Sweden's entry for Eurovision 2026, in Vienna, Austria. Link to watch the live broadcast – Below! Tonight at 20:00 CET, Sweden's “Melodifestivalen 2026”, will take place, determining the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The show will be broadcasted live from Strawberry Arena (also known as Friends Arena) in Sweden's capital, Stockholm. Hosting the event will be Gina Dirawi and Hampus Nessvold. Twelve contestants will compete in tonight’s grand final, with the Romanian entry will be chosen by international jury and the Swedish audience. The final will begin at 20:00 and end at 22:00. To watch the live broadcast – click here! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who to watch tonight? The primary contender to represent Sweden at Eurovision 2026 is Felicia with her song “My System,” who secured 47.76% of the fan vote in our website’s poll. Following in second place with 11.94% are the A*Teens with their track “Iconic,” while the band...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in Melodifestivalen 2026. Who should represent Sweden at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The Swedish Eurovision national selection, "Melodifestivalen 2026", is set to take place tomorrow at 20:00, featuring 12 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Sweden 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 Swedish national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Sweden? Avi Zaikaner: First Place - A*Teens - "Iconic" A*Teens, the well-known band from the late 90s, bring to the Swedish national selection stage a polished pop sound that only the Swedes know how to produce. This song has everything it needs - great singers, a catchy tune, and perfect staging - an iconic performance! If it were up to me, A*Teens must represent Sweden! Tal Dahan:...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The final qual round of the Swedish Eurovision national selection, “Melodifestivalen 2026”, has concluded. Out of the five songs that placed third in each heat, two have advanced to the grand final, which will take place next Saturday. With this, the complete list of finalists has been determined! Screenshot: SVT The largest and most beloved Eurovision national selection in Europe, Melodifestivalen 2026, continued tonight with its fifth heat and the “Second Chance” round. The shows took place in Gärdehov Arena, Sundsvall. In the “Second Chance” round, the five songs that placed third in each of the five heats competed, with two of them advancing to the grand final. The winner of the final will represent Sweden in the first half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026, in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The first act to advance to the final is Meira Omar band, with her song "Dooset Daram", who qualified by receiving the highest score in the heat in which they...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The fifth heat of Sweden’s Eurovision national selection, Melodifestivalen 2026, has ended with two acts qualifying directly to the final and one proceeding to the final qual round, taking place at the moment. Screenshot: SVT Europe’s largest and most beloved Eurovision national selection, Melodifestivalen 2026, continues with its fifth heat and final qual round! This round will take place in Gärdehov Arena, Sundsvall. Six songs competed tonight. The two songs receiving the most votes advanced directly to the grand final, scheduled for March 7 in Stockholm. Another song from each heat will qualify to a “Second Chance” round at the end of the fifth heat, which takes place right now, for another opportunity to reach the grand final. The winner of the final will represent Sweden in the first half of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026, in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Results of the Fifth Heat The first act to qualify directly to the final is Lilla Al-Fadji with his song "Delulu"....