Israel presses ahead with Eurovision plans
Israel’s public broadcaster KAN has confirmed that the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will once again be chosen through HaKokhav HaBa, the long-running talent...
29 September – Everywhere, where you look around people make music
We all know that some countries have a love/hate relationship with our favourite TV show. One or two in central Europe are currently taking...
27 September – I give you flowers and drive you to...
We should never forget our history. Back in the mists of time, the contest was in sunny Lugano. The venue isn't there anymore, but...
European Broadcasters Set for Historic Vote on Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Participation
The European Broadcasting Union has called an unprecedented vote for early November to decide whether Israel can participate in Eurovision 2026, marking the first...
Italy Faces Eurovision Boycott Call from RAI Directors
Italy’s participation in Eurovision 2026 has been thrown into doubt after three members of broadcaster RAI’s board called for the country to withdraw if...
Elhaida Dani Returns to Lead Festivali i Këngës
Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH has confirmed that Elhaida Dani will once again serve as Artistic Director of Festivali i Këngës, the country’s annual song...
Croatia opens submissions for Dora 2026
Croatia’s broadcaster HRT has officially opened the call for entries to Dora 2026, the competition that will decide the country’s representative for the Eurovision...
21 September – All that remains to me are ashes
You may think that when Portugal won, they had been mightily unlucky to only win at its 376th attempt. Well I guess they have,...
Sanremo 2026 Big Names to be revealed on 7 December
Italy’s road to Eurovision 2026 will take a decisive step on Sunday 7 December, when artistic director and host Carlo Conti unveils the full...
18 September – I’ve had it all
Another Thursday and another birthday, and it's from our friends in Lithuania. As you'll know, they often have an interesting selection process that seems...