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
- newNorway: Emily Blue has submitted a song to Melodi Grand Prix 2021Bonus: 5 reasons she's a worthy contenderView PostThe post Norway: Emily Blue has submitted a song to Melodi Grand Prix 2021 appeared first on wiwibloggs.6 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 11:34pm
- newNew music this week: 25 songs from Iveta Mukuchyan, Anna Vissi, Elisa and moreDilara Kazimova, Guy Sebastian, Debrah Scarlett...View PostThe post New music this week: 25 songs from Iveta Mukuchyan, Anna Vissi, Elisa and more appeared first on wiwibloggs.15 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 3:03pm
- newLISTEN: The Mamas release debut EP Tomorrow Is WaitingFeaturing solos from each of The MamasView PostThe post LISTEN: The Mamas release debut EP <em>Tomorrow Is Waiting</em> appeared first on wiwibloggs.21 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 9:09am
- VAL respond to BTRC’s blistering Eurovision 2021 statement: “We couldn’t ignore violence and injustice that swept through Belarus”The war of words continues View PostThe post VAL respond to BTRC’s blistering Eurovision 2021 statement: “We couldn’t ignore violence and injustice that swept through Belarus” appeared first on wiwibloggs.1 day ago 26 Sep 20, 7:16pm
- Belarus: BTRC confirms VAL will not go to Eurovision 2021…and says duo has “no conscience”The broadcaster had secured Conchita's stage directorView PostThe post Belarus: BTRC confirms VAL will not go to Eurovision 2021…and says duo has “no conscience” appeared first on wiwibloggs.2 days ago 25 Sep 20, 8:57pm
- VAL want to sing for Belarus at Eurovision 2021…but with the freedom to “honestly say what we think”They have a vision for Belarus View PostThe post VAL want to sing for Belarus at Eurovision 2021…but with the freedom to “honestly say what we think” appeared first on wiwibloggs.2 days ago 25 Sep 20, 8:05pm
ESC Insight
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Four Scenarios And A Melfest NameFour scenarios for Eurovision 2021, everyone wants to be seen in Cyprus, and our first new name of the season. Ewan Spence and the ESC Insight team bring you the news from the world of the Contest.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: Four Scenarios…3 days ago 25 Sep 20, 11:15am
- When Things Go Wrong At The Eurovision Song ContestWith the confirmation of various options to put on Rotterdam 2021 in mind, Ewan Spence looks at the history of 'backup options' throughout the history of the Eurovision Song Contest.The post When Things Go Wrong At The Eurovision Song Contest appear…5 days ago 23 Sep 20, 11:32am
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Again 2005A companion podcast to Eurovision Again's trip to Kyiv 2005. Join us as we go over the new rules, National Final gems, the State Of Pop, and more. With Ewan Spence, Ellie Chalkley, and Steven Stewart.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision A…8 days ago 19 Sep 20, 7:05pm
- Thirteen Songs in Thirteen Studios: How Junior Eurovision SurvivesDue to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2020 will involve the thirteen delegations performing in their home nation. Ben Robertson explains why this is not only a fair decision to make, but also how it is a much needed roadmap…19 days ago 9 Sep 20, 1:29pm
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: We’ve Got Ourselves Two ContestsThe new Eurovision season is here, Junior Eurovision shows us the way, and the annual mention of Steps is already here. Join Ewan Spence and the ESC Insight team in the latest Insight News podcast.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: We’ve Got Our…19 days ago 8 Sep 20, 7:00pm
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Castaways with Heidi StephensThe Guardian's Eurovision liveblogger Heidi Stephens joins Ellie Chalkley at the Île de Bezençon customs desk, in our latest 'Eurovision Castaways' podcast.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Castaways with Heidi Stephens appeared firs…27 days ago 1 Sep 20, 9:00am
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: The Summer Before SeptemberDates and rules for Rotterdam, Eurovision on the radio, the success of Husavik, and more, in the latest Insight News podcast.The post Eurovision Insight Podcast: The Summer Before September appeared first on ESC Insight - Home of the Unofficial Euro…33 days ago 25 Aug 20, 9:50pm
- Eurovision Insight Podcast: Eurovision Again 1985A companion podcast to Eurovision Again's trip to Gothenburg 1985. 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: Eurovisio…43 days ago 15 Aug 20, 7:27pm
Eurovoix
- newNetherlands: 409,000 Viewers For Junior Songfestival 2020A total of 409,000 viewers watched last night as the Netherlands selected its act for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2020. 409,000 viewers watched at least 1 minute of last nights Junior Songfestival 2020 final on NPO 3. On average…14 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 3:54pm
- newPoland: Alicja Tracz To The Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2020Alicja Tracz will represent Poland at this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest in Warsaw. Today the final of the Polish selection for Junior Eurovision 2020 took place. Three acts took part, performing two songs each. Their first song was one se…16 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 2:06pm
- Today: Poland Selects Their Entry For Junior Eurovision 2020Today the host nation of Poland selects its entry for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2020. Three artists will compete this afternoon in Warsaw to be chosen as the Polish representative for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. Following three semi-…1 day ago 26 Sep 20, 11:00pm
- The Netherlands: Junior Eurovision 2021 Participation ConfirmedThe submissions process is now open for singers wanting to represent the Netherlands at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2021. AVROTROS has confirmed its participation in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2021 this evening. Following the selection…1 day ago 26 Sep 20, 7:49pm
- Russia: Full Results of Junior Eurovision 2020 Selection Released1 day ago 26 Sep 20, 7:42pm
- Netherlands: Unity to Junior Eurovision 2020Unity have won Junior Songfestival 2020 will represent the Netherlands at this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest with “Best Friends”. Tonight the final of Junior Songfestival 2020 took place in Rotterdam, featuring three competing acts. The…1 day ago 26 Sep 20, 6:27pm
- Kazakhstan: Karakat Bashanova To The Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2020Karakat Bashanova will represent Kazakhstan at this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest in Warsaw, Poland. Today the final of the Kazakh selection for Junior Eurovision 2020 took place. Twelve acts took part, with the winner being determined enti…2 days ago 26 Sep 20, 4:27pm
- Netherlands: Robin & Demi Withdraw From Junior Songfestival Due to COVID-19Two of the performers due to take part in Junior Songfestival 2020 this evening have withdrawn due to testing positive for COVID-19. Robin and Demi from Unity have had to withdraw from competing in this evenings Dutch Junior Eurovision selection,…2 days ago 26 Sep 20, 10:00am
ESC Daily
- 2000 and Whatever – SlovakiaWe 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…5 days ago 23 Sep 20, 1:21pm
- Is “Scenario A” truly realistic for Eurovision 2021?Last Friday the Dutch organisation of the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 gave a press conference in which they outlined four potential scenarios. There will be a Eurovision in May next year – but what kind? Dennis van Eersel outlines the options. In…5 days ago 22 Sep 20, 6:00pm
- Praiseworthy Eurovision team prepares for dream scenarioLast Friday the Dutch organisation of the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 gave a press conference with a very hopeful message. There will be a Eurovision in May next year, no matter what! In this editorial, ESCDaily’s chief editor Steef van Gorkum exp…8 days ago 20 Sep 20, 11:00am
- Four scenarios for Eurovision 2021: From a full venue to performing from studiosThe organisation of the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 has presented their plans to make sure the contest will take place in May 2021, no matter what happens. To make this happen, the EBU are working with four scenarios. The scenarios vary from a “wo…10 days ago 18 Sep 20, 1:49pm
- Australian national final returns in 2022: ‘Bigger and better than ever’10 days ago 18 Sep 20, 9:59am
- 2000 and Whatever – SerbiaWe 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…16 days ago 12 Sep 20, 1:27pm
- 13 nations take part at Junior Eurovision 2020, from a studio in their own countryThe European Broadcasting Union has revealed the participation list for this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest. There are just 13 nations that take part and due to the coronavirus restrictions, the EBU has decided the artists from these countri…19 days ago 8 Sep 20, 8:02pm
- 2000 and Whatever – San MarinoWe 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…22 days ago 6 Sep 20, 1:25pm
On Europe
- newEurovision Championships 2020 – Final Result!! – Lil bit of a shocker!And so, with all the match-ups played out, we have some results to bring you! Quarter Finals QF1 - Israel 73% - Ireland 27% QF2 - Netherlands 60% - Estonia 40% QF3 - Italy 79% - France 21% QF4 - Norway 100% - Australia 0% Semi Finals SF1 - Israel 79%…16 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 1:55pm
- newVideo Vault – No three things go quite as well together…..In this week's video Vault, Phil decides that three strange bedfellows should never, ever, be put together in a Eurovision Song.The post Video Vault - No three things go quite as well together..... first appeared on OnEurope.16 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 1:49pm
- new27 September – There were troubles in the water, you swore it was nothingIt's always good to see a success story. One where someone gets through, despite the odds being against them. Which is a tenuous link to Ireland. Those heady days of the 1990s seem a long time ago, and past performance is no guide to future performan…19 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 11:20am
- 26 September – There once lived a knight called Peacock FeatherAre you a fan of those Eurovision performers that make capital out of their appearance on the big stage? Being a Eurovision performer put someone in a small club, and they will (nearly) always have a fan base with us. Today's birthday boy Marcin Mroz…2 days ago 26 Sep 20, 11:33am
- 24 September – I wanna believe in something bigger than the two of usDoes a well-known songwriter help to get a song votes? Eurovision is a songwriter's competition after all, and a singer's performance can make or break a song. Back in 2009, our friends in Denmark talked Ronan Keating into co-writing a song for today…4 days ago 24 Sep 20, 3:39pm
- 20 September – The flowers have yet to bloom in the garden8 days ago 20 Sep 20, 3:00pm
ESC Today
- EBU: Martin Österdahl sheds more light on Eurovision 2021The newly appointed Eurovision Song Contest Executive Supervisor, Mr. Martin Osterdahl, has shed more light on the forthcoming 2021 Eurovision Song Contest’s fate and challenges in a special interview. Last...The post EBU: Martin Österdahl sheds…
- Eurovision 2021: Which ESC 2020 acts will be back in the competition?This week saw the cancellation of the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest due to unforseen circumstances ie the COVID-19 global pandemic. Forty one countries were set to partake in the competition...The post Eurovision 2021: Which ESC 2020 acts will be bac…
- Italy: RAI confirms Sanremo 2021 datesRAI, the Italian national broadcaster, has confirmed the dates of the forthcoming edition of the Sanremo Song Festival. Italy will definitely hold the 2021 edition of the Sanremo Song Festival...The post Italy: RAI confirms Sanremo 2021 dates appear…
- Greece: Helena Paparizou releases new single ‘Se Xeno Soma’
- Eurovision 2021: The provisional timeline; Rotterdam here we come!Preparations are in full swing in The Netherlands for the forthcoming 2021 Eurovision Song Contest, the journey to Rotterdam has begun and is set to conclude in May. Fasten your...The post Eurovision 2021: The provisional timeline; Rotterdam here we…
- Azerbaijan: Eldar drops new single ‘Catch if you fall’The 2011 Azerbaijani Eurovision winner, Eldar, has dropped a brand new single ‘Catch if you fall’ along with its official music video. Eldar Gasimov is back in the game with...The post Azerbaijan: Eldar drops new single ‘Catch if you fall’ a…
Eurovision Times
- Eurovision 2021 is Go!Eurovision Song Contest 2021 – It was announced today that as promised, Eurovision will return in 2021. Officials have been working on 4 scenarios to ensure that the Contest goes ahead despite Covid-19 and a new winner will be crowned on Saturday 2…10 days ago 18 Sep 20, 12:14pm
- ETSC 14: 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…34 days ago 24 Aug 20, 11:40pm
- ETSC 14: The Results Tonight!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…35 days ago 24 Aug 20, 1:31pm
- ETSC 14: Prediction GameETSC – 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…36 days ago 22 Aug 20, 10:01pm
ESCxtra
- new🇳🇴 Tom, Alexandra and Fred of KEiiNO will release “Transarctic Lover” on 9 OctoberYes, you read it well. The Norwegian band KEiiNO are back with a new song. Get ready for some Nordic vibes because Tom, Fred and Alexandra named their new baby “Transarctic Lover”. Read more details in this article and let’s start the countdown…10 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 8:22pm
- new🇩🇪 Susan releases “Stronger With You” revampGermany’s first ever Junior Eurovision hopeful Susan has released the revamped version of her entry “Stronger With You”. The song has been written by Levent Geiger, who also makes an appearance in the music video. Germany will compete in this y…13 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 5:13pm
- new🇵🇱 Alicja Tracz will represent Poland at the 2020 Junior Eurovision Song ContestToday, the final edition of Poland’s Junior Eurovision Szansa na Sukces – Eurowizija Junior took place. After an hour of the three contestants, as well as reigning Junior Eurovision champion Viki Gabor giving us a lot of vocal power, we know have…16 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 2:05pm
- new🇧🇪 Slideback Sunday – Ishtar divides opinion with O JulissiAfter last week’s Slideback Sunday took us back to 2010 with Armenia’s “Apricot Stone”, and today we are staying firmly in the late noughties with Belgium’s 2008 entry, Ishtar’s O Julissi. What do our team of Slideback superstars think…16 hours ago 27 Sep 20, 1:50pm
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
- Viability and Jess Gillam’s Decca ReleaseTalk of viable jobs in the mainstream media today triggered my inner lefty. Or was it my inner liberal? I’m still not clear whether advocating the arts makes me a lefty or a liberal. Either way, the word was a trigger word deliberately placed in pr…2 days ago 25 Sep 20, 7:21pm
- 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…
16 Sep 16, 6:48pm
- eurovisionder:I’m still mad they didn’t even try to follow D scenario this year, but...
eurovisionder:I’m still mad they didn’t even try to follow D scenario this year, but it’s ok for 2021?WE’LL NEVER KNOW WHO’D HAVE WON. EVER 😭😭😭It would not have been difficult for them to get each of the particpants to record a ver…
3 days ago 24 Sep 20, 8:23pm
- 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…
16 May 20, 2:06pm
- Martina Majerle (Slovenia 2009) Released A New, Ballad: “Volin Kad Si Tu”Slovenian representative at the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest and regional Eurovision record holder, Martina Majerle, presents the new, sensual ballad ‘Volin Kad Si Tu‘, with which she debuted at the 23rd Evenings of Dalmatian Chansons Šibenik 20…6 days ago 22 Sep 20, 5:09pm