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
- newAllsång på Skansen: Watch all the Melodifestivalen performances from the 2020 season of the Swedish sing-a-long showAnna Bergendahl, The Mamas, Dotter, Anis Don Demina...View PostThe post Allsång på Skansen: Watch all the Melodifestivalen performances from the 2020 season of the Swedish sing-a-long show appeared first on wiwibloggs.17 hours ago 13 Aug 20, 11:26am
- “One of my biggest nightmares became a reality” — Eurovision 2021 web host NikkieTutorials robbed at gunpoint in her home"We're okay"View PostThe post “One of my biggest nightmares became a reality” — Eurovision 2021 web host NikkieTutorials robbed at gunpoint in her home appeared first on wiwibloggs.1 day ago 12 Aug 20, 9:12pm
- Poll results: The Netherlands’ Duncan Laurence is your favourite Eurovision winner of the 2010s2. Lena, 3. Conchita Wurst...View PostThe post Poll results: The Netherlands’ Duncan Laurence is your favourite Eurovision winner of the 2010s appeared first on wiwibloggs.2 days ago 12 Aug 20, 11:00am
- Poll: What is your favourite follow-up single from recent Eurovision winners?Winning Eurovision is one tough act to followView PostThe post Poll: What is your favourite follow-up single from recent Eurovision winners? appeared first on wiwibloggs.2 days ago 12 Aug 20, 8:00am
- Who’s behind the mask? Fans wonder if Eurovision stars are in new season of The Masked Singer AustraliaKate Miller-Heidke? Dami Im? Delta Goodrem?View PostThe post Who’s behind the mask? Fans wonder if Eurovision stars are in new season of The Masked Singer Australia appeared first on wiwibloggs.3 days ago 11 Aug 20, 6:00am
- Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga — Behind the scenes with Netflix Film ClubFind out how "Volcano Man" was createdView PostThe post Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga — Behind the scenes with Netflix Film Club appeared first on wiwibloggs.4 days ago 10 Aug 20, 2:38pm
ESC Insight
- Spirit In The Screen: CuePilot And The Power Of Camerawork At EurovisionThe last few years have seen a rise in 'automated' camera work at the Eurovision Song Contest with the use of CuePilot. Does it make a difference to a performance, and can it give an edge when chasing victory? Gil Laufer and Alexander Åblad study i…7 days ago 7 Aug 20, 7:55am
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Castaways with Elaine O’NeillEurovision Castaways and the Île de Bezençon welcomes another visitor, as Elaine O'Neill brings her eight records and a luxury... if she can get them past the customs desk and Ellie Chalkley.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Castaway…20 days ago 25 Jul 20, 2:13pm
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Again 1999A companion podcast to Eurovision Again's trip to Jerusalem 1999. Join us as we go over the new rules, National Final gems, the State Of Pop, and more. With Ewan Spence, Ellie Chalkley, and Roy Delaney.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision…26 days ago 18 Jul 20, 10:14pm
- Was Eurovision 2020 The Contest Of The Racial Watershed?In a turbulent year for the BAME community, Fin Russell talks about the lost opportunity of Rotterdam 2020 and his hopes for BAME representation in future Song Contests.The post Was Eurovision 2020 The Contest Of The Racial Watershed? appeared first…41 days ago 3 Jul 20, 4:49pm
- The Spotter’s Guide To ‘Eurovision Song Contest: The Story Of Fire Saga’Ewan Spence and Ellie Chalkley sit down with a review copy of Netflix's 'The Story Of Fire Saga' to talk about the film, the portrayal of the Song Contest, and the moments that Eurovision fans need to watch out for.The post The Spotter’s Guide To…49 days ago 25 Jun 20, 8:37pm
- The Right Decision: Eurovision To Allow Vocals On Tape Pre-recorded backing vocals will be allowed at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021. Ewan Spence explores why this change is a significant and positive step in the evolution of the Song Contest.The post The Right Decision: Eurovision To Allow Vocals On…56 days ago 18 Jun 20, 4:48pm
- Adventures In Plastic With Lego Eurovision 2020If there's a Eurovision Song Contest, then Alexandro Kröger is going to recreate it in Lego. As the 2020 edition of Lego Eurovision debuts, Ewan Spence catches up with creative force behind the Song Contest in miniature.The post Adventures In Plast…59 days ago 16 Jun 20, 11:42am
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Open UpSome thoughts on ESC Insight and Black Lives Matter, along with the latest news from the Eurovision Song Contest world in the latest Insight News podcast.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: Open Up appeared first on ESC Insight - Home of the Unoffi…66 days ago 8 Jun 20, 7:41pm
Eurovoix
- newPortugal: RTP Confirms Junior Eurovision 2020 ParticipationRTP has confirmed to ESCPortugal that they will be participating in the 2020 Junior Eurovision Song Contest in Warsaw, Poland. The Portuguese public broadcaster RTP, has confirmed that they will be participating in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest…11 hours ago 13 Aug 20, 5:41pm
- Germany: KiKA To Broadcast Junior Eurovision 2020 Auditions2 days ago 12 Aug 20, 3:20pm
- Netherlands: T-Square’s Junior Songfestival Entry Cleared of Plagiarism AllegationsAVROTROS, the Dutch national broadcaster, has announced that T-Square’s entry for Junior Songfestival, “Count on Me”, has been cleared of plagiarism allegations. Allegations of plagiarism were brought up by several social media users. They clai…2 days ago 12 Aug 20, 2:08pm
- Kazakhstan: Televised Final To Select Junior Eurovision 2020 ParticipantHaving previously announced an internal selection, Khabar will now organise a televised selection to chose the Kazakh participant for Junior Eurovision 2020. Kazakhstan is set to hold a televised national selection for the first time since 2018, havi…4 days ago 10 Aug 20, 7:22am
- Kazakhstan: Junior Eurovision 2020 Selection LaunchedKhabar TV has today revealed how the Kazakh representative at Junior Eurovision 2020 will be selected. Kazakhstan is set to hold an open selection process to determine the nations participant for Junior Eurovision 2020 in Warsaw, Poland. The submissi…8 days ago 6 Aug 20, 7:45am
- Sweden: P4 Nästa 2020 Finalists To Be Announced On August 23The eight artists that will be competing in the final of P4 Nästa 2020 are set to be revealed on August 23. The eight artists who will be competing for the title of P4 Nästa winner, as well as the…8 days ago 5 Aug 20, 7:04pm
- Sweden: SVT May Cancel Melodifestivalen’s Tour Across The CountryAftonbladet reports that SVT is investigating plans for Melodifestivalen which would see the contest not travel across Sweden next winter. Aftonbladet citing sources in SVT states that the Swedish broadcaster is planning for a Melodifestivalen which…8 days ago 5 Aug 20, 6:55pm
- Greece: Agathonas Iakovidis Has Died Aged 65Agathonas Iakovidis who represented Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmo, Sweden has died at the age of 65. Agathonas Iakovidis has died at the age of 65 today. The famous Greek folk singer is best known for…9 days ago 5 Aug 20, 3:16pm
ESC Daily
- Next Up: 2021 – United KingdomThe United Kingdom selected successful singer-songwriter James Newman as their act for this year’s cancelled contest. But will he return for the struggling Eurovision nation in 2021? In today’s episode, we look at the United Kingdom in 2021. Fo…3 days ago 11 Aug 20, 11:00am
- Next up: 2021 – LatviaIt would have been a sad tale. After so many failed attempts, when she finally got to go to Eurovision, it would have been cancelled. But thankfully for Samanta Tina, she will get her chance for Latvia in 2021. In today’s episode we look at [read m…5 days ago 9 Aug 20, 11:00am
- 2000 and Whatever – PolandWe may not get to see our 2020 favourites take to the stage, but that doesn’t mean we can’t reminisce on our Eurovision favourites. This series is aimed to discover the team’s favourite entries from the 21st century, from 2001 to 2019. In colla…6 days ago 8 Aug 20, 5:58am
- Next Up: 2021 – FranceFrance opted against a national final this year, internally selecting Tom Leeb. However, it has been confirmed that he will not be taking part next year, with France returning to a national final format for 2021. So, how will they shape up in Rotterd…8 days ago 6 Aug 20, 8:15am
- Next Up: 2021 – GermanyBen Dolić was supposed to take part on behalf of Germany at Eurovision 2020. But whether he will enter the stage in Rotterdam in 2021 remains to be seen. He will not get a direct pass from broadcaster ARD again. In today’s episode we look [read mo…10 days ago 4 Aug 20, 8:00am
- Next Up: 2021 – PortugalAfter the corona pandemic, Portugal has remained silent about their plans for Eurovision 2021. Will Elisa get a direct pass to Rotterdam, or will Festival da Cancao return next year to select another singer? In today’s episode we look at Portugal i…12 days ago 2 Aug 20, 10:00am
- 2000 and Whatever – NorwayWe may not get to see our 2020 favourites take to the stage, but that doesn’t mean we can’t reminisce on our Eurovision favourites. This series is aimed to discover the team’s favourite entries from the 21st century, from 2001 to 2019. In colla…13 days ago 1 Aug 20, 12:09pm
- Next Up: 2021 – GeorgiaTornike Kipiani will take a shot at Eurovision for Georgia in 2021. Here is what we know so far! In today’s episode we look at Georgia in 2021. For a full review of their potential entry for 2020, check out this article on our partner [read more...…15 days ago 30 Jul 20, 10:00am
On Europe
- newEurovision Championships – Round of 16 – 5th Tie – Blighty vs San Remo?The UK and Italy is a Eurovision battle as old as time and represents the first tournament clash that could very easily have been the final. Alas, the tournament has no time for history as two great European nations are matched up with one set for an…10 hours ago 13 Aug 20, 6:22pm
- 11 August – Your summer song in the blue of the Irish skyWe should remember that our contest isn't all about what's happening now. It has a rich history that we should celebrate. I'm sure everyone out there has favourites from former times. But there are those we hear less. As you may know, there is no pub…2 days ago 11 Aug 20, 4:45pm
- OnEurope’s latest Reviewcast – 1975 ..back to the good old days you say?So this time i'm gonna guide you through another historic contest. This time he jumps in the DeLorean and sets the dial to 1975 where he finds all manner of things including (but not limited to) Three versions of Ding-a-Dong The Spinners The Carpen…4 days ago 10 Aug 20, 11:14am
- Eurovision Championships – Last 16 – Tie 4!What better clash for the modern Eurovision fan to be served up as we reach the halfway stage of the last 16 than Estonia vs. Ukraine? Two nations once part of the Soviet Union now Eastern European powerhouses of their own, both with rich cultural hi…4 days ago 10 Aug 20, 7:00am
- Video Vault – Something Portuguese you say?This week's video vault sees something truely horrific but not unique in Eurovision History, a very bad portuguese song. Dare you open your ears to this "magnificence"?5 days ago 9 Aug 20, 3:24pm
- 9 August – You’d like to fly up to the skyThe joy of being your country's first ever entrant in our favourite TV show. You've gone where no-one from your country has ever been before, and no-one can take away the fact you were the first. Your status as your country's first might get slightly…5 days ago 9 Aug 20, 3:00pm
ESC Today
- Serbia: Jelena Tomasevic drops new single ‘Diraj mi usne’
- United Kingdom: Katrina releases new single and video clip “Drive”The winner of the 1997 Eurovision Song Contest, Katrina Leskanich from the band Katrina & The Waves, has released the video clip for her latest single, Drive. You can watch...The post United Kingdom: Katrina releases new single and video clip “Dri…
- North Macedonia: Vasil drops new single ‘ PriKazna’Vasil, the 2020 Macedonian hopeful, Vasil has released a brand new single ‘PriKazna’ along with its official music video. Sticking to his conceptual style, aesthetic, and hidden messages, this time...The post North Macedonia: Vasil drops new sin…
- Greece: Agathon Iakovidis passes away aged 65Sudden and sad news coming in from Greece today. Agathon Iakovidis, who represented the country at Eurovision 2013 passed away aged 65, after a heart attack. Agathon Iakovidis was born...The post Greece: Agathon Iakovidis passes away aged 65 appeare…
- EBU: 84th General Assembly’s date set for October: online meetingThe 84th EBU General Assembly which was scheduled to be held last June in Dubrovnik was cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak. The EBU has decided to hold the assembly...The post EBU: 84th General Assembly’s date set for October: online meetin…
- Slovakia: RTVS will not return to Eurovision in 2021RTVS, the Slovakian national broadcaster, has confirmed to ESCToday that Slovakia will not participate at the upcoming 2021 Eurovision edition in the Netherlands next year. Eurovision fans will be dissapointed...The post Slovakia: RTVS will not retu…
Eurovision Times
- ETSC 14: Get to know the songs!ETSC – Every year, the summer is the calm after the storm so it’s the perfect time to resume the highly anticipated the Eurovision Times Song Contest! Each one of you can represent an European country and get to send a song and then vote in a fak…2 days ago 11 Aug 20, 11:22pm
- ETSC 14: Discover the Draw!ETSC – Every year, the summer is the calm after the storm so it’s the perfect time to resume the highly anticipated the Eurovision Times Song Contest! Each one of you can represent an European country and get to send a song and then vote in a fak…3 days ago 10 Aug 20, 10:28pm
- ETSC 14: Signing Up!ETSC – Every year, the summer is the calm after the storm so it’s the perfect time to resume the highly anticipated the Eurovision Times Song Contest! Each one of you can represent an European country and get to send a song and then vote in a fak…8 days ago 5 Aug 20, 10:51pm
- ETSC 13: Discover the Winner!ETSC – Every year, the summer is the calm after the storm so it’s the perfect time to resume the highly anticipated the Eurovision Times Song Contest! Each one of you can represent an European country and get to send a song and then vote in a fak…20 days ago 25 Jul 20, 12:49am
ESCxtra
- new🇲🇹 Eliana Gomez Blanco releases her new single ‘Evening Star’Almost one year after winning the right to represent her country at the 2019 Junior Eurovision Song Contest, Eliana Gomez Blanco has further showcased her musical talent with the release of her new single! The song, “Evening Star”, is about frien…7 hours ago 13 Aug 20, 8:57pm
- new🇵🇹 Portugal confirms participation in Junior Eurovision 2020… “if it happens”Today, Portuguese broadcaster RTP has confirmed that they will participate in the 2020 Junior Eurovision Song Contest due to be held on November 29 in the Polish capital city of Warsaw. This follows a previous report that Portugal was “highly likel…10 hours ago 13 Aug 20, 6:13pm
- 🇷🇸 Serbia: Jelena Tomasevic releases new single “Diraj mi usne”Best known as the host entrant for Serbia in the 2008 contest, hosted in Belgrade, Jelena Tomasevic’s musical output is still going strong over 12 years on. Over a decade on from her Eurovision participation, Jelena’s output is still going strong…1 day ago 12 Aug 20, 5:59pm
- 🇧🇾 VAL release new single ‘Navechna’ (Forever)VAL, Belarus representatives at the Eurovision 2020, have released a new single! This charming duo from Belarus was going to perform live on the Eurovision stage in Rotterdam, however, the pandemic changed these plans. Nevertheless, the guys didn’t…2 days ago 11 Aug 20, 10:03pm
Eurovision Quick Links
- Malta 1996‘In A Woman’s Heart’, performed by...Malta 1996‘In A Woman’s Heart’, performed by Miriam Christine.Composition: Paul Abela.Lyrics: Alfred C. Sant.It’s quite clearly a product of the nineties. It’s a very safe implementation of R&B that takes no risks. And because of that I fin…26 Sep 18, 11:24am
- In Memoriam: Daniel GouldDaniel Gould died suddenly on 14 December 2018. He was 43 years old. It was completely unexpected. I understand from Daniel’s family that the autopsy showed the cause of death was a blood clot resulting from a brain tumour. Six years ago Daniel had…19 Dec 18, 11:44am
- Eurovision 2020 - Charpentier - Te Deum: Prelude
So the Apocalypse actually happened, and Eurovision 2020 is no more. These are dark days for all of us, so a jolly little song contest is but minor collateral damage in the whole scheme of things. But you have to give your hearts to all of the people…
18 Mar 20, 5:12pm
- 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 later we can o…
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- Tobson's result: ESC 2020, the final
Today the sky is crying over Helsinki. If it is because we won't have any Eurovision this year and never find out whether Aksel would have made it to the final or not (or just because May has been more April than April ever was), is probably best lef…
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- SVT May Makes Changes on Melodifestivalen!According to the Swedish news websites; European Broadcaster Union(EBU) member Swedish Television(SVT) has in view organize the Melodifestivalen 2021’s 6 show in the capital Stockholm. Sweden one of the most affected countries in Europe which is th…3 days ago 11 Aug 20, 12:07pm