Latest News
Welcome to our news aggregator. Here you will find all the latest news and information from the official channel as well as many of the fan media outlets who report on the contest throughout the year.
Wiwibloggs
- Queen (still) on top: Loreen wins ESC250 2025 with “Euphoria”Euphoria's 12th winView PostThe post Queen (still) on top: Loreen wins ESC250 2025 with “Euphoria” appeared first on wiwibloggs.20 days ago 31 Dec 25, 9:50pm
- New music this week: Songs from AIKO, Subwoolfer, Željko Joksimovic and moreEMMY, Sabina Babayeva, Ich TrojeView PostThe post New music this week: Songs from AIKO, Subwoolfer, Željko Joksimovic and more appeared first on wiwibloggs.23 days ago 28 Dec 25, 7:00am
- New music this week: Songs from Shkodra Elektronike, Miriana Conte, Monokate and morePoli Genova, Tina Karol, Joost and more.View PostThe post New music this week: Songs from Shkodra Elektronike, Miriana Conte, Monokate and more appeared first on wiwibloggs.30 days ago 21 Dec 25, 2:50pm
- Hark the Eurovision stars sing: New festive songs from Sissal, Rosa Linn, Vesna and moreJustyna Steczkowska, Blas Cantó, John LundvikView PostThe post Hark the Eurovision stars sing: New festive songs from Sissal, Rosa Linn, Vesna and more appeared first on wiwibloggs.31 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:00am
- Eurovision 2026: EBU confirms 35 countries will participate in Vienna contestA total of 35 countries will participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. That’s the lowest number of competing entries since the 2003 contest, which was the last without a…View PostThe post Eurovision 2026: EBU confirms 35 countri…36 days ago 15 Dec 25, 3:58pm
- New music this week: Songs from MIKOLAS, Iveta Mukuchyan, Lord Of The Lost and moreAndomache, Blanca Paloma, Fabrizio Moro and more. View PostThe post New music this week: Songs from MIKOLAS, Iveta Mukuchyan, Lord Of The Lost and more appeared first on wiwibloggs.37 days ago 14 Dec 25, 6:30am
ESC Insight
- newEurovision’s Heart is Beating – If You Know Where to LookJames Stephenson tunes into the start of National Final season for Eurovision 2026, and rediscovers where his Eurovision Song Contest heart truly lies.The post Eurovision’s Heart is Beating – If You Know Where to Look appeared first…21 hours ago 19 Jan 26, 8:45pm
- Welcome to Moldova’s Biggest Ever Television ProductionMoldova is back: trading a 1956 TV studio for the state-of-the-art Chișinău Arena to mark its 20th Eurovision anniversary. With a €50,000 prize and a massive 19-camera production, the nation is making its most professional bid yet for…3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 1:15pm
- Hey Ho! Let’s Go: Chasing the Legend of ‘Trenulețul’ from Bucharest to ChișinăuIs Eurovision's legendary Bucharest to Chișinău express a party on rails like Moldova's iconic Eurovision song suggests? ESC Insight takes the journey to Moldova the long way round to experience the train, and its history, first hand.The p…4 days ago 16 Jan 26, 10:00pm
- Coming to a City Near You – But Will Fans Embrace the Eurovision Live Tour?The Eurovision Song Contest is going on tour - but is it the right time? James Stephenson speaks to Eurovision Director Martin Green about the newly announced Live Tour, and analyses whether fans will embrace the event.The post C…5 days ago 15 Jan 26, 9:00am
- Why So Many Eurovision Fans and Journalists Are Neurodivergent and Why That Makes Perfect SenseSem Anne van Dijk analyses why the Eurovision Song Contest attracts so many neurodiverse fans - and explores why its fandom is the ideal space for them to shine.The post Why So Many Eurovision Fans and Journalists Are Neurodivergent and Why That Mak…7 days ago 13 Jan 26, 2:15pm
- Last Call: The Light That Casts A Shadow Over 2025As 2025 draws to a close, Ewan Spence settles back into a high wingbacked chair, pours out a toast to the New Year, and takes his own look back at the shadow cast over the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025.The post Last Call: The Light That Casts A Sh…20 days ago 31 Dec 25, 10:30am
- Eurovision Insight Presents… Eurovision Uncovered: A Show Shaped by UsOn this episode of Eurovision Uncovered, James Stephenson explores how the Eurovision Song Contest has been shaped by the values of its fans - and the pressure its under to turn the volume down.The post Eurovision Insight Presents… Eurovision…28 days ago 23 Dec 25, 9:30am
- Eurovision Uncovered Meets Christer Björkman: “There are Challenges in Almost Every Act”In a special interview for Eurovision Uncovered, James Stephenson meets Eurovision 2025 Head of Contest Christer Björkman to chat about producing the show, the processes he follows, and what's in store for Eurovision's future.The post Eurovisio…36 days ago 15 Dec 25, 5:00pm
Eurovoix
- new🇸🇲 San Marino: Dreaming San Marino Song Contest Application Deadline ExtendedThe deadline for singers to apply to compete in the Dreaming San Marino Song Contest has been extended…10 mins ago 20 Jan 26, 5:18pm
- new🇦🇹 Austria: ORF Announces ‘Wir sind Song Contest’The Austrian broadcaster ORF has announced ‘Wir sind Song Contest’, a three-show program focused on the Eurovision Song…16 mins ago 20 Jan 26, 5:12pm
- newTEO.x3: New Single “Sprite” & Collaboration with Tamta“Sprite” is the latest single to be released by rising Greek hyper pop artist TEO.x3 from his debut…25 mins ago 20 Jan 26, 5:03pm
- new🇺🇦 Ukraine: Vidbir 2026 Stage RevealedSuspilne has revealed the design of the stage for Vidbir 2026, the Ukrainian selection for the Eurovision Song…28 mins ago 20 Jan 26, 5:00pm
- new🇨🇭 Switzerland: Veronica Fusaro to Eurovision 2026SRG SSR has announced that Veronica Fusato will represent Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna,…7 hours ago 20 Jan 26, 10:25am
- new🇳🇴 Norway: Melodi Grand Prix 2026 Wildcard Acts RevealedNRK has revealed the eight acts that will compete in the wildcard round to earn a spot for…8 hours ago 20 Jan 26, 9:48am
- newToday: 🇳🇴 Melodi Grand Prix 2026 Wildcard Participants & 🇸🇲 San Marino Applications CloseThe artists competing for the Wildcard in Melodi Grand Prix 2026 will be revealed today, while applications close…17 hours ago 20 Jan 26, 12:00am
- new🇫🇮 Finland: Sinikka Monte Releases UMK 2026 Entry “Ready to Leave”Sinikka Monte has released “Ready to Leave”, her entry for Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu 2026. Sinikka Monte was born…19 hours ago 19 Jan 26, 10:00pm
ESC Daily
- Milan becomes youngest Prediction Contest winner ever; Robin wins first team titleMilan has won the ESCDaily Prediction Contest 2025. The twelve year old boy from Netherlands scored 76 points in the Grand Final, which was enough to overtake everyone and climb into first place. Meanwhile,...19 May 25, 8:43pm
- JJ wins divided Eurovision Grand Final with record low points totalAustria has won the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. Singer JJ took the trophy with his song “Wasted Love”. He won the Jury Vote and gathered enough televotes to maintain his top position in a...18 May 25, 9:42pm
- Predict the Eurovision 2025 results and win! (Part 3)This year again you can take it up against the team members of ESCDaily by predicting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. Join the fun and read all you need to do in this article!...16 May 25, 10:01pm
- Read back: How France nailed Jury rehearsal of the Grand Final of Eurovision 2025Tomorrow it’s time for the grand final of Eurovision 2025. 26 countries will compete for the trophy in the long awaiting final of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. But 50% of the results will already...16 May 25, 6:45pm
- KAJ and Louane placed right after each other in Eurovision 2025 Grand Final running orderTop favorites Sweden and France will perform right after each other, near the end of the show. KAJ and Louane will therefore have their performances side by side. This is one of the main...16 May 25, 8:40am
- Shock exit for Australia as top favorites Austria and France impressAustralia has failed to qualify for the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. Go-Jo gave a flashy and colorful performance with his song “Milkshake Man”, but it turned out insufficient for a...16 May 25, 8:29am
- Read back: Third dress rehearsal of semi 2 of Eurovision 2025This afternoon we will see the last runthrough of the second semi final from Basel. You can follow the dress rehearsal in our live blog where we will focus on the show elements and...15 May 25, 1:03pm
- Predict the Eurovision 2025 results and win! (Part 2)This year again you can take it up against the team members of ESCDaily by predicting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. Join the fun and read all you need to do in this article!...14 May 25, 9:35pm
On Europe
- newMGP time again, and welcome back to a familiar faceNorway’s Melodi Grand Prix 2026 has gone on a diet: fewer shows, same level of drama. Instead of three weeks of heats and duels, NRK is serving one concentrated blast of glitter, violins, again and hopfully key changes live from an old Ol…22 hours ago 19 Jan 26, 7:49pm
- 19 January – In the middle of the night, in the light of the dayNow we know a certain country with a blue and yellow flag has excelled in our favourite TV show. You may even think they could win this coming year. And no, I’m not talking about Palau. The truth is that Sweden could win this year, but 30+ othe…1 day ago 19 Jan 26, 2:00pm
- Malta pick their entry, but was it forgone?If you thought the Moldovan National final was long on the first Saturday of the season, you’re not a true Eurovision fan! Malta started late (as in 30 minutes after schedule) and finished even later (half past one CET is ridiculous!). For thos…2 days ago 18 Jan 26, 3:22pm
- 18 January – Our heart, you always said, is not a room that you rent outCertain contests are known for more than just the songs. It could be a stage invasion, someone falling over when trying to present a trophy. Or it could be something that rules didn’t expect. In 1969, four countries tied for first place. You&rs…2 days ago 18 Jan 26, 2:00pm
- Bonkers is now certain in Vienna, thank the lord!After a very long (43 minutes for those that watched it) intro to their national final, Moldovan TV then subjected us to sixteen shades of hideous! – but would you expect anything less here. Not a single one of them was any “good&rd…3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 9:06pm
- This week in Eurovision – 16 January 2026The season is very much ‘on’ with Malta having the first actual national final of the new year. But while all that’s going on, I’m here to update you on the little things that don’t need a whole page of their own. Just e…4 days ago 16 Jan 26, 3:26pm
ESC Plus
- AIDAN with “Bella” wins the Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2026Malta already has its representative for Eurovision 2026! AIDAN with “Bella” will be the flag bearer for the Mediterranean country in the next edition of the contest, which will celebrate …3 days ago 18 Jan 26, 12:25am
- Satoshi with “Viva, Moldova!” wins Moldova’s Finala Națională 2026Here is the faithful English translation, without changing the content or removing any important information, and with the most important parts highlighted in bold: Satoshi with “Viva, Moldova!” has achieved …3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 8:58pm
- 🇲🇹 MESC 2026: Malta’s National Final Ignites Eurovision Fever from tomorrow on!The Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2026 (MESC 2026) is ready to electrify fans once again as 18 incredible acts battle it out tomorrow on January 15th at the first semi …6 days ago 14 Jan 26, 8:15pm
- Bzikebi, winners of Junior Eurovision 2008, will represent Georgia at Eurovision 2026GPB, Georgia’s public broadcaster, has internally selected the trio Bzikebi, who at just 10 years old gave the country its first victory at Junior Eurovision 2008 with the song “Bzzz,” …6 days ago 14 Jan 26, 7:44pm
- Sweden 2026: Melodifestivalen’s running order revealedIn less than three weeks, Melodifestivalen 2026 will kick off in Linköping, and now the running order of the competing entries has been revealed. With Gina Dirawi and Hampus Nessvold …7 days ago 13 Jan 26, 10:15am
- 🇱🇺 Luxembourg Song Contest 2026: Full Details on the Eight Acts, Their Songs and the January FinalLuxembourg continues to consolidate its Eurovision comeback with the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 (LSC 2026) for the this year in a row, which will determine the country’s representative for the …23 days ago 28 Dec 25, 5:45pm
ESC Tips
- SV388 Hoạt Động Tại Quốc Gia Nào? Có Giấy Phép Gì?SV388 đến từ đâu? Vì sao Campuchia và Philippines là hai cái tên liên quan mật thiết? SV388 Hoạt Động Tại Quốc Gia Nào? Nếu b…5 Jun 25, 12:15pm
- SV388 Là Gì? Có Hợp Pháp Không? Có Uy Tín Không?Nếu bạn là người từng lướt qua các hội nhóm cá cược trên mạng xã hội hay những diễn đàn chuyên đá…5 Jun 25, 11:29am
- Gà Shamo Là Gì? Đặc Điểm, Phân Loại, Kiến Thức Nuôi Và Giá Bán MớiGà Shamo được xem là một biểu tượng của sự kiên cường và sức mạnh trong văn hóa Nhật Bản, và nó đã…17 Oct 24, 3:48am
- Gà Sumatra – Đặc Điểm, Phân Loại, Kiến Thức Nuôi Và Giá Bán MớiGà Sumatra là một giống gà cảnh có nguồn gốc từ Indonesia. Chúng được nuôi chủ yếu để làm gà kiểng, tham gia tri&#…17 Oct 24, 3:42am
Eurovision Times
- Malta: It’s Aidan to Vienna!Malta – No surprises in Malta as hot favorite, Aidan, won the ticket to Vienna for the Mediterranean island. Aidan, who was disqualified from MESC in 2023 for unauthorised social media promotion of his previous entry, made his comeback suc…2 days ago 18 Jan 26, 7:51am
- Moldova: It’s Satoshi to Vienna!Moldova – The national selection final in Moldova has concluded and they will be sending Satoshi to Vienna. 16 acts battled it out in a sold out final with a live audience and LED backdrop. Zdob şi zdub( Moldova 2005, 2011) performed as th…3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 9:00pm
- Malta Selects its Representative TonightMalta – Our second national final of the day sees Malta decide its pick for Vienna. The show start at 20:45 (CET) and can be watched on the official Eurovision YouTube channel. The following 12 artists are in the final. Voting will be 50/50 spl…3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 6:01pm
- Moldova Selects TodayMoldova – The Moldovan national selection is currently underway. You can watch live on YouTube… The running order is as follows: Watch online HERE.3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 5:55pm
ESCxtra
- MGP 2026 first artists revealedIn a special broadcast at noon CET, Norwegian broadcaster NRK has revealed nine of the ten artists for Melodi Grand Prix 2026. Eight artists and a returning Alexander Rybak These are the eight artists: Alexander Rybak – song to be announced Hed…1 day ago 19 Jan 26, 11:07am
- UMK 2026’s third song “Lululai” outAfter a week-end break, Yle has released the third entry of UMK26. Schlager band Komiat will perform “Lululai“on the UMK stage in Tampere. Happy vibes with “Lululai” Recently, Yle confirmed the names of the seven artists that…2 days ago 18 Jan 26, 10:03pm
- Aidan wins MESC 2026 with “Bella”A few hours after Moldova, Malta has completed its national selection and has just chosen Aidan to represent the island nation at Eurovision 2026. Aidan to Vienna The winner was selected through a classic 50/50 split between jury and public voting. A…3 days ago 18 Jan 26, 12:22am
- Satoshi Wins Selecția Națională 2026 in MoldovaMoldova selected as its representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 on Saturday, January 17, during the final of Selecția Națională 2026, held at Chișinău Arena in Chișinău. The national final marked Moldova…3 days ago 17 Jan 26, 8:57pm
Eurovision Quick Links
- Ireland 1991Ireland 1991“Could It Be That I’m In Love”, performed by Kim Jackson.Composition by Liam Reilly.Lyrics by Liam Reilly.Here’s a rarity, a weak song and poor result for Ireland in the 1990s. Coming off a second place with L…23 Jan 23, 12:04pm
- Saara Aalto Eurovision Review and X Factor 2018 PreviewWhen Finnish TV tapped Brian Friedman to do the staging for Saara Aalto’s Eurovision 2018 entry, we were fascinated to see how this collision of Sofabet worlds would play out. You would think that Brian must have learned a huge amount about how…27 Aug 18, 5:20pm
- Croatia 2025 - Marko Bošnjak - Poison Cake
(Click here for a rather dark confectionary…)So there were we watching Croatia's Dora - the contest that finds their Eurovision entry - and there was one song that we decided was ripe for Apocalypsification. Dark and grim in places? Chec…
3 Mar 25, 2:35pm
- Schlagertastic 1980s: Number 45!!!
No.45: "Go" - Scott Fitzgerald (United Kingdom, 1988)To be honest, back in 1988 the teenage Schlagerboys were oblivious to the majesty of the United Kingdom entry; at the time we were distracted by Denmark. However, twenty eight years late…
16 Sep 16, 6:48pm
- reply from email posted to esc.voteThank you for reaching out with your query about voting at the Eurovision Song Contest. We appreciate your enthusiasm and support for the celebration of music and culture that Eurovision represents!We validate the country of a voter by checking the i…20 May 25, 9:58pm
- Time to do something about the juries
Last night I tweeted how disappointing it was to see the juries do Finland dirty. Some people interpreted that as me being a bad loser (the eurovision online fans were always easy to rub the wrong way) but this goes back to something I have been sayi…
14 May 23, 5:16pm
- Hırvatistan: İşte DORA 2025 ŞarkılarıHırvatistan’ın Eurovision yayıncısı HRT, toplam 221 şarkı başvurusundan 24’ünü seçerek 2 Mart 2025’te düzenlenecek Dora 2025 için finalistleri belirledi. Bu etkinl…11 Jan 25, 7:12pm