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Aidan wins MESC 2026 – Malta’s Eurovision 2026 national final

Aidan wins MESC 2026 – Malta’s Eurovision 2026 national final

Aidan wins MESC 2026 – Malta’s Eurovision 2026 national final

Eurovision news

Paul Basilio

4 days ago2 min read

Satoshi wins to represent Moldova at Eurovision 2026

Satoshi wins to represent Moldova at Eurovision 2026

Moldova: Satoshi wins Selecția Națională 2026

National finals

Liv Webster

5 days ago2 min read

Eurovision 2026 semi-final allocation draw results

Eurovision 2026 semi-final allocation draw results

Eurovision 2026 semi-final allocation draw results

Eurovision news

Dale Roberts

Jan 131 min read

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Eurovision 2025: Rehearsals Day 1 recap

Eurovision 2025: Rehearsals Day 1 recap

Eurovision 2025: Rehearsals Day 1 recap

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Australia receives first points from North Macedonia in the INFE 2025 Eurovision Poll

Australia receives first points from North Macedonia in the INFE 2025 Eurovision Poll

Australia receives first points from North Macedonia in the INFE 2025 Eurovision Poll

Emma Garrie

May 4, 20251 min read

Sweden's KAJ wins the OGAE Poll for Eurovision 2025 as Australia receives final points

Sweden's KAJ wins the OGAE Poll for Eurovision 2025 as Australia receives final points

Sweden's KAJ wins the OGAE Poll for Eurovision 2025 as Australia receives final points

Emma Garrie

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Eurovision 2025 rehearsal schedule in Basel

Eurovision 2025 rehearsal schedule in Basel

Eurovision 2025 rehearsal schedule in Basel

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Will Celine Dion perform at Eurovision 2025?

Will Celine Dion perform at Eurovision 2025?

Will Celine Dion perform at Eurovision 2025?

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Meet Beto - Australia's biggest Eurovision superfan!

Meet Beto - Australia's biggest Eurovision superfan!

Meet Beto - Australia's biggest Eurovision superfan!

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Who do "The Predictor Jury" think will win Eurovision 2025?

Who do "The Predictor Jury" think will win Eurovision 2025?

Who do "The Predictor Jury" think will win Eurovision 2025?

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Jolyon Petch remix of Go-Jo's Milkshake Man released

Jolyon Petch remix of Go-Jo's Milkshake Man released

Jolyon Petch remix of Go-Jo's Milkshake Man released

Craig Land

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Australia reveal their OGAE Poll 2025 votes & receive points from Azerbaijan

Australia reveal their OGAE Poll 2025 votes & receive points from Azerbaijan

Australia reveal their OGAE Poll 2025 votes & receive points from Azerbaijan

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Who are the LGBTQI+ artists at Eurovision 2025?

Who are the LGBTQI+ artists at Eurovision 2025?

Who are the LGBTQI+ artists at Eurovision 2025?

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Eurovision 2025 Australia profile: Milkshake Man by Go-Jo

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EBU addresses MEPs' calls to ban Israel from Eurovision

EBU addresses MEPs' calls to ban Israel from Eurovision

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aussievision

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Eurovision winner Loreen set to release highly anticipated studio album WILDFIRE on 27 March 2026!

Taken from Loreen's online store:

"WILDFIRE is the long-awaited new studio album from Loreen, set for release on 27th March. Marking her first full studio album in nearly a decade, WILDFIRE is a powerful and intimate body of work that explores emotion, perception and inner transformation, a record that allows the full emotional spectrum to exist, from vulnerability and pain to freedom, love and truth.

The album features the global phenomenon “Tattoo”, alongside fan-favorite “Is It Love” and the transcendent new single “Feels Like Heaven”, co-written with Sia. Together, the tracks reflect Loreen’s unique ability to fuse raw emotional honesty with cinematic pop, creating music that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.

Loreen is the only female artist to have won the Eurovision Song Contest twice and has amassed over 9 billion streams worldwide. “Tattoo” topped radio airplay and singles charts in five countries, further cementing her status as one of the most distinctive and influential voices in modern pop. With WILDFIRE, Loreen returns with an album that is fearless, expansive and profoundly human."

Released in exclusive vinyl and CD formats.

#loreen #esc #eurovision

Eurovision winner Loreen set to release highly anticipated studio album WILDFIRE on 27 March 2026!

Taken from Loreen's online store:

"WILDFIRE is the long-awaited new studio album from Loreen, set for release on 27th March. Marking her first full studio album in nearly a decade, WILDFIRE is a powerful and intimate body of work that explores emotion, perception and inner transformation, a record that allows the full emotional spectrum to exist, from vulnerability and pain to freedom, love and truth.

The album features the global phenomenon “Tattoo”, alongside fan-favorite “Is It Love” and the transcendent new single “Feels Like Heaven”, co-written with Sia. Together, the tracks reflect Loreen’s unique ability to fuse raw emotional honesty with cinematic pop, creating music that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.

Loreen is the only female artist to have won the Eurovision Song Contest twice and has amassed over 9 billion streams worldwide. “Tattoo” topped radio airplay and singles charts in five countries, further cementing her status as one of the most distinctive and influential voices in modern pop. With WILDFIRE, Loreen returns with an album that is fearless, expansive and profoundly human."

Released in exclusive vinyl and CD formats.

#loreen #esc #eurovision

We discuss all things Moldova 🇲🇩 with Liv and Malta 🇲🇹 with Craig on this week's episode of the Aussievision podcast. Listen via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

We discuss all things Moldova 🇲🇩 with Liv and Malta 🇲🇹 with Craig on this week's episode of the Aussievision podcast. Listen via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

Today we take a look at how all the songs from the second Eurovision Song Contest held in 1958 rank based on Spotify streams.

Italy reigns supreme with Volare!

The Eurovision winning song sits as the second most streamed 1958 song.

Watch out for the remaining 1950's years throughout January.

#eurovision #eurovisionspotify #italy

Today we take a look at how all the songs from the second Eurovision Song Contest held in 1958 rank based on Spotify streams.

Italy reigns supreme with Volare!

The Eurovision winning song sits as the second most streamed 1958 song.

Watch out for the remaining 1950's years throughout January.

#eurovision #eurovisionspotify #italy

After a couple days on YouTube we have ranked all the Sing For Greece 2026 semi-final 2 songs based on views.

What are your favourites?

#Greece #singforgreece #ethnikostelikos #eurovision #esc

After a couple days on YouTube we have ranked all the Sing For Greece 2026 semi-final 2 songs based on views.

What are your favourites?

#Greece #singforgreece #ethnikostelikos #eurovision #esc

Veronica Fusaro will represent Switzerland at Eurovision 2026!

More to come...

#eurovision #esc #switzerland #sbseurovision

Veronica Fusaro will represent Switzerland at Eurovision 2026!

More to come...

#eurovision #esc #switzerland #sbseurovision

After a couple days on YouTube we have ranked all the Sing For Greece 2026 semi-final 1 songs based on views.

What are your favourites?

#Greece #singforgreece #ethnikostelikos #eurovision #esc

After a couple days on YouTube we have ranked all the Sing For Greece 2026 semi-final 1 songs based on views.

What are your favourites?

#Greece #singforgreece #ethnikostelikos #eurovision #esc

The final of Estonia's national selection show for Eurovision, Eesti Laul, is just around the corner!

On 14 February 2026, 12 acts will be vying for victory and their chance to represent Estonia in Vienna in May.

Eesti Laul will have an initial round of all songs using a 50% jury and 50% public vote to choose the top three acts for the superfinal where the winner will be determined by a 100% public vote.

Thirteen Aussievision contributors have ranked the Estonian Eurovision hopefuls using the standard Eurovision points system. Read on below to find out which Eesti Laul 2026 entry was the team's pick!

This is our top 10. Check out the article on our website for comments from the team.

#estonia #eurovision #sbseurovision #esc #eestilaul @olliewoodollie

The final of Estonia's national selection show for Eurovision, Eesti Laul, is just around the corner!

On 14 February 2026, 12 acts will be vying for victory and their chance to represent Estonia in Vienna in May.

Eesti Laul will have an initial round of all songs using a 50% jury and 50% public vote to choose the top three acts for the superfinal where the winner will be determined by a 100% public vote.

Thirteen Aussievision contributors have ranked the Estonian Eurovision hopefuls using the standard Eurovision points system. Read on below to find out which Eesti Laul 2026 entry was the team's pick!

This is our top 10. Check out the article on our website for comments from the team.

#estonia #eurovision #sbseurovision #esc #eestilaul @olliewoodollie

Australian Eurovision related artists have taken home top honours at the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition.

The prestigious competition celebrates outstanding songwriting talent from across the globe, awarding a total prize pool of AUD $80,000 across 14 songs.

Louis Schoorl

Dutch-born Australian songwriter and producer Louis Schoorl claimed the Third Place Prize, including AUD $5,000, for the song Zombie. The track was performed and co-written by UK artist Lewis Fitzgerald and co-written and co-produced by Danny Shah.

Louis is no stranger to success, having worked with some of Australia’s biggest names including 5 Seconds of Summer, Jessica Mauboy, Dami Im, Guy Sebastian and Delta Goodrem.

His Eurovision journey began in 2015, when he contributed to Tonight Again, Australia’s first competitive Eurovision entry, performed by Guy Sebastian in Vienna. The song went on to finish an impressive fifth place, marking a strong debut for Australia on the Eurovision stage.

Jude York

Singer-songwriter, producer and artist Jude York was named Emerging Australasian Songwriter, taking home AUD $5,000 for his song Almost Me, Almost You.

The track was co-written with Sarah Aarons (USA/Australia) and produced by acclaimed Dutch producer Giorgio Tuinfort. Almost Me, Almost You is set for release in the coming weeks via Spinnin’ Records.

Jude first captured national attention in 2022 when he competed in Eurovision – Australia Decides with the powerful ballad I Won’t Need to Dream, finishing in eighth place. Since then, his career has gone from strength to strength, with his raw and emotionally driven music resonating strongly on TikTok and beyond.

Charley

Eurovision – Australia Decides 2022 artist Charley was among ten recipients of the Emerging Global Songwriter Award, earning recognition for her song Man On The Moon.

Charley competed on the Gold Coast in 2022 with I Suck At Being Lonely, finishing in fourth place and leaving a lasting impression on both juries and audiences.

In 2025 Charley was selected as one of five jurors representing Australia at Eurovision.

Read the full article on our website. Link in bio.

#eurovision #sbseurovision

Australian Eurovision related artists have taken home top honours at the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition.

The prestigious competition celebrates outstanding songwriting talent from across the globe, awarding a total prize pool of AUD $80,000 across 14 songs.

Louis Schoorl

Dutch-born Australian songwriter and producer Louis Schoorl claimed the Third Place Prize, including AUD $5,000, for the song Zombie. The track was performed and co-written by UK artist Lewis Fitzgerald and co-written and co-produced by Danny Shah.

Louis is no stranger to success, having worked with some of Australia’s biggest names including 5 Seconds of Summer, Jessica Mauboy, Dami Im, Guy Sebastian and Delta Goodrem.

His Eurovision journey began in 2015, when he contributed to Tonight Again, Australia’s first competitive Eurovision entry, performed by Guy Sebastian in Vienna. The song went on to finish an impressive fifth place, marking a strong debut for Australia on the Eurovision stage.

Jude York

Singer-songwriter, producer and artist Jude York was named Emerging Australasian Songwriter, taking home AUD $5,000 for his song Almost Me, Almost You.

The track was co-written with Sarah Aarons (USA/Australia) and produced by acclaimed Dutch producer Giorgio Tuinfort. Almost Me, Almost You is set for release in the coming weeks via Spinnin’ Records.

Jude first captured national attention in 2022 when he competed in Eurovision – Australia Decides with the powerful ballad I Won’t Need to Dream, finishing in eighth place. Since then, his career has gone from strength to strength, with his raw and emotionally driven music resonating strongly on TikTok and beyond.

Charley

Eurovision – Australia Decides 2022 artist Charley was among ten recipients of the Emerging Global Songwriter Award, earning recognition for her song Man On The Moon.

Charley competed on the Gold Coast in 2022 with I Suck At Being Lonely, finishing in fourth place and leaving a lasting impression on both juries and audiences.

In 2025 Charley was selected as one of five jurors representing Australia at Eurovision.

Read the full article on our website. Link in bio.

#eurovision #sbseurovision

Norwegian broadcaster NRK has unveiled the first eight artists who will be competing in Norway's Melodi Grand Prix (MGP), the national selection to find the nations representative for The Eurovision Song Contest 2026.

Fans will notice familiar faces in the lineup, including former Eurovision winner Alexander Rybak as well as Australian and former MGP act Mileo.

The final spot in the contest will be decided by the Norwegian public out of eight shortlisted acts.

The 9th act as well as all the competing songs will be released on January 26.

The nine artists will battle it out to be this years MGP champion at the Håkons Hall in Lillehammer on Saturday 28 February 2026 (early morning on Sunday 1 March for Australia). You'll be able to stream the contest through NRK's website.

The confirmed artists and songs competing in MGP are:

Alexander Ryback – Rise
Emma Gunnarsen – Northern Light
Hedda Mae – Snap Back
Jonas Lovv – Ya Ya Ya
Leonardo Amor – Prayer
Mileo – Frankenstein
Silke – Forevermore
Storm – Lullaby

Melodi Grand Prix (MGP) is Norway’s long-running national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, organised by broadcaster NRK.

This year, Melodi Grand Prix will feature nine acts, with the last act being chosen by the public from the eight shortlisted artists in a 'Radio Duel' on January 26.

Norway has enjoyed strong results at Eurovision in recent years. Last years MGP winner, Kyle Allesandro went on the place 18th at Eurovision in Basel last year.

Other recent MGP winners include Gåte (2024), Alessandra (2023), Subwoolfer (2022) and TIX (2021), with several of these entries going on to become major hits both domestically and internationally.

#norway #eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #sbseurovision #mgp

Norwegian broadcaster NRK has unveiled the first eight artists who will be competing in Norway's Melodi Grand Prix (MGP), the national selection to find the nations representative for The Eurovision Song Contest 2026.

Fans will notice familiar faces in the lineup, including former Eurovision winner Alexander Rybak as well as Australian and former MGP act Mileo.

The final spot in the contest will be decided by the Norwegian public out of eight shortlisted acts.

The 9th act as well as all the competing songs will be released on January 26.

The nine artists will battle it out to be this years MGP champion at the Håkons Hall in Lillehammer on Saturday 28 February 2026 (early morning on Sunday 1 March for Australia). You'll be able to stream the contest through NRK's website.

The confirmed artists and songs competing in MGP are:

Alexander Ryback – Rise
Emma Gunnarsen – Northern Light
Hedda Mae – Snap Back
Jonas Lovv – Ya Ya Ya
Leonardo Amor – Prayer
Mileo – Frankenstein
Silke – Forevermore
Storm – Lullaby

Melodi Grand Prix (MGP) is Norway’s long-running national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, organised by broadcaster NRK.

This year, Melodi Grand Prix will feature nine acts, with the last act being chosen by the public from the eight shortlisted artists in a 'Radio Duel' on January 26.

Norway has enjoyed strong results at Eurovision in recent years. Last years MGP winner, Kyle Allesandro went on the place 18th at Eurovision in Basel last year.

Other recent MGP winners include Gåte (2024), Alessandra (2023), Subwoolfer (2022) and TIX (2021), with several of these entries going on to become major hits both domestically and internationally.

#norway #eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #sbseurovision #mgp

Ahead of the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 we have ranked all eight entries based on streams on Spotify and YouTube views on the official Eurovision Luxembourg channel combined.

Who do you think is going to win?

The Luxembourg Song Contest will take place on 24 January 2026.

#luxembourg #eurovision #esc

Ahead of the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 we have ranked all eight entries based on streams on Spotify and YouTube views on the official Eurovision Luxembourg channel combined.

Who do you think is going to win?

The Luxembourg Song Contest will take place on 24 January 2026.

#luxembourg #eurovision #esc

🇬🇷 Greek broadcaster ERT have released the songs of both semi-finals for the Eurovision national final Sing for Greece 2026.

The songs were revealed over the last two days on ERT's EurovisionGr show.

ERT have created a playlist for each semi-final to listen to the entries on their YouTube channel. Also check them out in our article on our website. Link in bio.

Semi-final 1 songs:

Alexandra Sieti - The Other Side
The astrolabe - Drop It
Desi G - Aphrodite
Akylas - Ferto
Evangelia - Parea
Panagiotis Tsakalakos - 2nd chance
Niya - Slipping Away
Marseaux - Χάνομαι (Hanome)
Rosanna Mailan - Άλμα (Alma)
Stefi - Europa
Revery - The Songwriter
Dinamiss - Chaos
Stylianos - You & I
Spheyiaa - Χίλια Κομμάτια (Hilia Kommatia)

Semi-final 2 songs:

Rikki - Agapi
Garvin - Back In The Game
Mikay - Labyrinth
Marika - Daughters of the sun (A,E,I,O,U)
D3lta - Mad About You
Zaf - Asteio
Kianna - No more drama
Stella Kay - You are the fire
Tianora - Anatello
Victoria Anastasia - Watcha Doin To Me
Basilica - Set Everything On Fire
Good Job Nicky - Dark Side Of The Moon
Koza Mostra - Bulletproof
Leroybroughtflowers - Sabotage

Dates for Sing for Greece 2026 have been announced with two semi-finals and a final to take place in February.

Sing for Greece semi-final 1 - 11 February 2026 (12 February 2026 in Australia)
Sing for Greece semi-final 2 - 13 February 2026 (14 February 2026 in Australia)
Sing for Greece Final - 15 February 2026 (16 February 2026 in Australia)

#singforgreece #greece #ethnikostelikos #eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #esc

🇬🇷 Greek broadcaster ERT have released the songs of both semi-finals for the Eurovision national final Sing for Greece 2026.

The songs were revealed over the last two days on ERT's EurovisionGr show.

ERT have created a playlist for each semi-final to listen to the entries on their YouTube channel. Also check them out in our article on our website. Link in bio.

Semi-final 1 songs:

Alexandra Sieti - The Other Side
The astrolabe - Drop It
Desi G - Aphrodite
Akylas - Ferto
Evangelia - Parea
Panagiotis Tsakalakos - 2nd chance
Niya - Slipping Away
Marseaux - Χάνομαι (Hanome)
Rosanna Mailan - Άλμα (Alma)
Stefi - Europa
Revery - The Songwriter
Dinamiss - Chaos
Stylianos - You & I
Spheyiaa - Χίλια Κομμάτια (Hilia Kommatia)

Semi-final 2 songs:

Rikki - Agapi
Garvin - Back In The Game
Mikay - Labyrinth
Marika - Daughters of the sun (A,E,I,O,U)
D3lta - Mad About You
Zaf - Asteio
Kianna - No more drama
Stella Kay - You are the fire
Tianora - Anatello
Victoria Anastasia - Watcha Doin To Me
Basilica - Set Everything On Fire
Good Job Nicky - Dark Side Of The Moon
Koza Mostra - Bulletproof
Leroybroughtflowers - Sabotage

Dates for Sing for Greece 2026 have been announced with two semi-finals and a final to take place in February.

Sing for Greece semi-final 1 - 11 February 2026 (12 February 2026 in Australia)
Sing for Greece semi-final 2 - 13 February 2026 (14 February 2026 in Australia)
Sing for Greece Final - 15 February 2026 (16 February 2026 in Australia)

#singforgreece #greece #ethnikostelikos #eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #esc

Now that several songs have been released for Eurovision 2026 we take a look at how they rank based on streams on Spotify.

What is your favourite entry so far?

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Now that several songs have been released for Eurovision 2026 we take a look at how they rank based on streams on Spotify.

What is your favourite entry so far?

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Things are in full swing in Eurovision land! We got the semi-final draw results and three more Eurovision 2026 artists!!
Check out all the latest here. #Eurovision #ESC2026 #Eurovision2026

Things are in full swing in Eurovision land! We got the semi-final draw results and three more Eurovision 2026 artists!!
Check out all the latest here. #Eurovision #ESC2026 #Eurovision2026

Malta: @itsaidanofficial wins MESC 2026 with Bella!!

He will represent Malta at Eurovision in Vienna!

#mesc #malta #eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Malta: @itsaidanofficial wins MESC 2026 with Bella!!

He will represent Malta at Eurovision in Vienna!

#mesc #malta #eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Moldova: @satoshicahul wins Selecția Națională 2026!!!

Satoshi gained 12 points from the Moldovan jury, international jury and public televote, a full clean sweep!

In a red-hot edition of Moldovan national final Selecția națională Satoshi proved victorious, earning his spot at Eurovision 2026 with the song Viva, Moldova!

Vlad Sabajuc known by his stage name Satoshi is a 27-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from Cahul, Moldova. He's been steadily gaining momentum across Moldova and Romania, collaborating with the likes of Irina Rimes, Carla's Dreams and Guess Who - staples of the local music industry.

Viva, Moldova! is an ode to his home country and is packed with references to local culture, music and people underneath the otherwise simple pop veneer. The entry received the largest in-house crowd response and stood out for its energetic but well-executed staging with the best hook of the night.

This year's edition of Selecția Națională saw a dramatic-increase in song quality, staging and visual design following their withdrawal in 2025. Fans were also delighted to see Eurovision royalty Jamala, Paula Seling and Natalia Gordienko grace the stage as performers but also as jurors.

#moldova #eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #SelecțiaNațională

Moldova: @satoshicahul wins Selecția Națională 2026!!!

Satoshi gained 12 points from the Moldovan jury, international jury and public televote, a full clean sweep!

In a red-hot edition of Moldovan national final Selecția națională Satoshi proved victorious, earning his spot at Eurovision 2026 with the song Viva, Moldova!

Vlad Sabajuc known by his stage name Satoshi is a 27-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from Cahul, Moldova. He's been steadily gaining momentum across Moldova and Romania, collaborating with the likes of Irina Rimes, Carla's Dreams and Guess Who - staples of the local music industry.

Viva, Moldova! is an ode to his home country and is packed with references to local culture, music and people underneath the otherwise simple pop veneer. The entry received the largest in-house crowd response and stood out for its energetic but well-executed staging with the best hook of the night.

This year's edition of Selecția Națională saw a dramatic-increase in song quality, staging and visual design following their withdrawal in 2025. Fans were also delighted to see Eurovision royalty Jamala, Paula Seling and Natalia Gordienko grace the stage as performers but also as jurors.

#moldova #eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #SelecțiaNațională

🇲🇩 Our team member @laurovision is on the ground in Chișinău for #SelecțiaNațională

🇲🇩 Our team member @laurovision is on the ground in Chișinău for #SelecțiaNațională

Today we take a look at how all the songs from the second Eurovision Song Contest held in 1957 rank based on Spotify streams.

Denmark reigns supreme!

The Eurovision winning song sits as the second most streamed 1957 song.

Watch out for the remaining 1950's years throughout January.

#eurovision #eurovisionspotify #denmark

Today we take a look at how all the songs from the second Eurovision Song Contest held in 1957 rank based on Spotify streams.

Denmark reigns supreme!

The Eurovision winning song sits as the second most streamed 1957 song.

Watch out for the remaining 1950's years throughout January.

#eurovision #eurovisionspotify #denmark

More than 24 hours after the MESC 2026 semi-final we take a look at how all the live performances on YouTube rank by most views.

"Q" denotes entries which qualified for the MESC final

The final of MESC 2026 is being held on Saturday 17 January 2026 (Sunday morning for Australia) at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta' Qali, where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

Who do you think will win?

#mesc #malta #sbseurovision #eurovision #esc

More than 24 hours after the MESC 2026 semi-final we take a look at how all the live performances on YouTube rank by most views.

"Q" denotes entries which qualified for the MESC final

The final of MESC 2026 is being held on Saturday 17 January 2026 (Sunday morning for Australia) at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta' Qali, where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

Who do you think will win?

#mesc #malta #sbseurovision #eurovision #esc

Two time Eurovision winner @loreenofficial has been announced as part of the celebrity guest judges for season 3 of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World.

Loreen is joined by singer-songwriter JADE, supermodel Kristen McMenamy, and award-winning comedian and writer Jayde Adams as this seasons celebrity guest judges.

Loreen is no stranger to the Drag Race universe!

Back in 2023 the queen of Eurovision appeared as a guest judge on the Sweden version of Drag Race, Drag Race Sverige.

Loreen featured in episode five, Dragodifestivalen where she witnessed the bottom drag queens battle it out in the lip sync challenge to her Eurovision 2012 winning song Euphoria.

In 2023 she made history when she secured Sweden's seventh Eurovision win with Tattoo.

The Swedish pop star is one of only two artists to have won the Eurovision Song Contest twice - the other being “Mr. Eurovision” himself, Johnny Logan, who represented Ireland.

Season 3 of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World comes to WOW Presents Plus at 3 pm ET / 12 pm PT on 27 January 2026.

#dragrace #rupaul #rupauldragraceuk

Two time Eurovision winner @loreenofficial has been announced as part of the celebrity guest judges for season 3 of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World.

Loreen is joined by singer-songwriter JADE, supermodel Kristen McMenamy, and award-winning comedian and writer Jayde Adams as this seasons celebrity guest judges.

Loreen is no stranger to the Drag Race universe!

Back in 2023 the queen of Eurovision appeared as a guest judge on the Sweden version of Drag Race, Drag Race Sverige.

Loreen featured in episode five, Dragodifestivalen where she witnessed the bottom drag queens battle it out in the lip sync challenge to her Eurovision 2012 winning song Euphoria.

In 2023 she made history when she secured Sweden's seventh Eurovision win with Tattoo.

The Swedish pop star is one of only two artists to have won the Eurovision Song Contest twice - the other being “Mr. Eurovision” himself, Johnny Logan, who represented Ireland.

Season 3 of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World comes to WOW Presents Plus at 3 pm ET / 12 pm PT on 27 January 2026.

#dragrace #rupaul #rupauldragraceuk

We have our MESC 2026 finalists!!!

The 12 acts who have qualified for the MESC Final are, in no particular order:

Ema – Achikuku (Don't Think About It)
Matthew Cilia & The AfterParty – Brutality Mentality
Denise – Trophy
Kelsie Borg – Let a Girl Breathe
Aidan – Bella
Adria Twins – Nerġa' nqum
Mark Anthony Bartolo – Mumenti sbieħ
Janice Mangion – Univers
Matt Blxck – Ejja Lejja Ħdejja 'l Hawn (The Flute)
Nathan Psaila – Ganador)
Mychael Bartolo Chircop – My Sweet Angel
Franklin Calleja – Guide You Home

The final of MESC 2026 is being held on Saturday 17 January 2026 (Sunday morning for Australia) at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta' Qali, where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

#mesc #malta #sbseurovision #eurovision #esc

We have our MESC 2026 finalists!!!

The 12 acts who have qualified for the MESC Final are, in no particular order:

Ema – Achikuku (Don't Think About It)
Matthew Cilia & The AfterParty – Brutality Mentality
Denise – Trophy
Kelsie Borg – Let a Girl Breathe
Aidan – Bella
Adria Twins – Nerġa' nqum
Mark Anthony Bartolo – Mumenti sbieħ
Janice Mangion – Univers
Matt Blxck – Ejja Lejja Ħdejja 'l Hawn (The Flute)
Nathan Psaila – Ganador)
Mychael Bartolo Chircop – My Sweet Angel
Franklin Calleja – Guide You Home

The final of MESC 2026 is being held on Saturday 17 January 2026 (Sunday morning for Australia) at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta' Qali, where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

#mesc #malta #sbseurovision #eurovision #esc

Overnight, Australian time, these 9 acts were revealed to be competing in Germany's Eurovision Song Contest - Das Deutsche Finale 2026.

Artists from all over Germany are participating: From Molly Sue from Laboe on the Baltic coast to Ravensburg in the southwest, the birthplace of MYLE.

The nine acts who qualified are:

BELA - Herz
Dreamboys The Band - Jeanie
Laura Nahr - Wonderland
Malou Lovis - When I’m With You
Molly Sue - Optimist (Ha Ha Ha)
MYLE - A Ok
Ragazzki - Ciao Ragazzki
Sarah Engels - Fire
wavvyboi - Black Glitter

You can check out snippets of the songs at @eurovision_de.

#esc #eurovision #sbseurovision

Overnight, Australian time, these 9 acts were revealed to be competing in Germany's Eurovision Song Contest - Das Deutsche Finale 2026.

Artists from all over Germany are participating: From Molly Sue from Laboe on the Baltic coast to Ravensburg in the southwest, the birthplace of MYLE.

The nine acts who qualified are:

BELA - Herz
Dreamboys The Band - Jeanie
Laura Nahr - Wonderland
Malou Lovis - When I’m With You
Molly Sue - Optimist (Ha Ha Ha)
MYLE - A Ok
Ragazzki - Ciao Ragazzki
Sarah Engels - Fire
wavvyboi - Black Glitter

You can check out snippets of the songs at @eurovision_de.

#esc #eurovision #sbseurovision

Ukraine’s national selection is back with a bang as Vidbir 2026 unveils the ten songs that will battle it out for the coveted ticket to the Eurovision Song Contest.

With an eclectic mix of newcomers, returning favourites, and genre surprises, this year’s contest promises both musical diversity and plenty of drama. Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne has created a playlist to listen to the entries, check them out in our article on our website, link in bio.

The recent editions of Vidbir have introduced a wildcard artist decided by local public vote. Earlier in the week, it was revealed that Khayat would join the nine other artists to complete the line-up.

The artists and songs are:

Jerry Heil - Catharticus
Khayat - Hertzi
Laud - Lightkeeper
Leléka - Ridnym
Molodi - Legends
Monokate - Tyt
Mr. Vel - Do Or Done
ShchukaRyba - Moia zemlia
The Elliens - Crawling Whispers
Valeriya Force - Open Our Hearts

#vidbir #ukraine #eurovision #esc #sbseurovision

Ukraine’s national selection is back with a bang as Vidbir 2026 unveils the ten songs that will battle it out for the coveted ticket to the Eurovision Song Contest.

With an eclectic mix of newcomers, returning favourites, and genre surprises, this year’s contest promises both musical diversity and plenty of drama. Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne has created a playlist to listen to the entries, check them out in our article on our website, link in bio.

The recent editions of Vidbir have introduced a wildcard artist decided by local public vote. Earlier in the week, it was revealed that Khayat would join the nine other artists to complete the line-up.

The artists and songs are:

Jerry Heil - Catharticus
Khayat - Hertzi
Laud - Lightkeeper
Leléka - Ridnym
Molodi - Legends
Monokate - Tyt
Mr. Vel - Do Or Done
ShchukaRyba - Moia zemlia
The Elliens - Crawling Whispers
Valeriya Force - Open Our Hearts

#vidbir #ukraine #eurovision #esc #sbseurovision

This week Malta will be hosting their Eurovision national final, the Malta Eurovision Song Contest aka MESC, where the winner will get the opportunity to represent Malta at Eurovision in Vienna.

Before the national final takes place we take a look at all the MESC songs and rank them based on streams on Spotify, as of 14 January 2026.

We ranked all the songs that have competed at MESC since 2012.

This is the top 10 most streamed MESC songs.

@itsaidanofficial comes out on top.

For the complete list check out our article on our website. Link in bio.

#malta #mesc #eurovision

This week Malta will be hosting their Eurovision national final, the Malta Eurovision Song Contest aka MESC, where the winner will get the opportunity to represent Malta at Eurovision in Vienna.

Before the national final takes place we take a look at all the MESC songs and rank them based on streams on Spotify, as of 14 January 2026.

We ranked all the songs that have competed at MESC since 2012.

This is the top 10 most streamed MESC songs.

@itsaidanofficial comes out on top.

For the complete list check out our article on our website. Link in bio.

#malta #mesc #eurovision

For the first time ever, the Eurovision Song Contest is heading out on a live concert tour. The unique concert experience will be coming to you from ten cities across Europe, celebrating seven decades of the biggest live music event in the world.

At each concert, fans will be able to see not just some of their all-time favourite Eurovision stars, but also a selection of artists that will be competing at the Grand Final of Vienna 2026. So, if you end up finding some new faves while watching the Eurovision Song Contest in May, you might well be able to experience them live just one month later.

The lineup of 2026 artists joining the tour starting in June will be confirmed after the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final, which is happening on Saturday 16 May. The Eurovision Icons performing in each city will be announced in the coming weeks.

There are also some special guests lined up as a bonus surprise each night; they’ll be performing especially for you and your fellow concert-goers depending on which dates you are lucky enough to snap up tickets for!

To be in with a chance of purchasing tickets to one of the ten concerts, be sure to create a free Eurofan account on eurovision.com.

Eurofans will be allowed to sign up to a dedicated pre-sale at www.eurovision.com/tour. If you sign up before 12:00 CET on Sunday 1 February, you can enjoy exclusive early access to the sale.

#eurovision

For the first time ever, the Eurovision Song Contest is heading out on a live concert tour. The unique concert experience will be coming to you from ten cities across Europe, celebrating seven decades of the biggest live music event in the world.

At each concert, fans will be able to see not just some of their all-time favourite Eurovision stars, but also a selection of artists that will be competing at the Grand Final of Vienna 2026. So, if you end up finding some new faves while watching the Eurovision Song Contest in May, you might well be able to experience them live just one month later.

The lineup of 2026 artists joining the tour starting in June will be confirmed after the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final, which is happening on Saturday 16 May. The Eurovision Icons performing in each city will be announced in the coming weeks.

There are also some special guests lined up as a bonus surprise each night; they’ll be performing especially for you and your fellow concert-goers depending on which dates you are lucky enough to snap up tickets for!

To be in with a chance of purchasing tickets to one of the ten concerts, be sure to create a free Eurofan account on eurovision.com.

Eurofans will be allowed to sign up to a dedicated pre-sale at www.eurovision.com/tour. If you sign up before 12:00 CET on Sunday 1 February, you can enjoy exclusive early access to the sale.

#eurovision

The Eurovision fandom is oh so happy to have one of its favourites back at Eurovision, and this year they are serving a literal feast of quality songs for the Moldovan selection, Selecția Națională.

On 16 December 2025, auditions took place with 37 artists performing 34 songs. A total of 16 acts advanced to the final. Originally only 10 songs were to go through, however the Moldovan broadcaster TRM said the quality was very high this year.

A total of 10 Aussievision contributors have listened to and ranked the songs using the usual 12 - 1 Eurovision scoring.

This is our top 10. Check out the article on our website for comments from the team.

#moldova #eurovision #sbseurovision

The Eurovision fandom is oh so happy to have one of its favourites back at Eurovision, and this year they are serving a literal feast of quality songs for the Moldovan selection, Selecția Națională.

On 16 December 2025, auditions took place with 37 artists performing 34 songs. A total of 16 acts advanced to the final. Originally only 10 songs were to go through, however the Moldovan broadcaster TRM said the quality was very high this year.

A total of 10 Aussievision contributors have listened to and ranked the songs using the usual 12 - 1 Eurovision scoring.

This is our top 10. Check out the article on our website for comments from the team.

#moldova #eurovision #sbseurovision

Finnish broadcaster Yle has revealed the seven artists and song titles participating in UMK26.

The 2026 UMK artists are Etta, Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen, Komiat, Sinikka Monte, Antti Paalanen, CHACHI and KIKI.

The competing songs will be released every weekday night at midnight, beginning tonight, European time.

The winner and Finland's Eurovision representative will be decided in the final held at the Tampere Arena on February 28th.

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #finland

Dates shown in brackets.

Finnish broadcaster Yle has revealed the seven artists and song titles participating in UMK26.

The 2026 UMK artists are Etta, Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen, Komiat, Sinikka Monte, Antti Paalanen, CHACHI and KIKI.

The competing songs will be released every weekday night at midnight, beginning tonight, European time.

The winner and Finland's Eurovision representative will be decided in the final held at the Tampere Arena on February 28th.

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #finland

Dates shown in brackets.

Polish broadcaster TVP has revealed the initial lineup of eight artists that have been selected to take part in the national final for Vienna, as well as the titles of the songs they'll be participating with:

Alicja – Pray
Anastazja – Wild Child
Basia Giewont – Zimna Woda
Jeremi Sikorski – Cienie Przeszłości
Karolina Szczurowska – Nie Bój Się
Ola Antoniak – Don’t You Try
Piotr Pręgowski – Parawany Tango
Stasiek Kukulski – This Too Shall Pass

The broadcaster also teased that they may be adding a few wildcard options to the lineup.

The national final is set to take place on 14 February. The winner will be decided 100% by the televoting public.

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #esc2026 #eurovision2026 #poland

Polish broadcaster TVP has revealed the initial lineup of eight artists that have been selected to take part in the national final for Vienna, as well as the titles of the songs they'll be participating with:

Alicja – Pray
Anastazja – Wild Child
Basia Giewont – Zimna Woda
Jeremi Sikorski – Cienie Przeszłości
Karolina Szczurowska – Nie Bój Się
Ola Antoniak – Don’t You Try
Piotr Pręgowski – Parawany Tango
Stasiek Kukulski – This Too Shall Pass

The broadcaster also teased that they may be adding a few wildcard options to the lineup.

The national final is set to take place on 14 February. The winner will be decided 100% by the televoting public.

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #esc2026 #eurovision2026 #poland

Overnight, Australian time, it was announced that Junior Eurovision 2008 winners Bzikebi will represent Georgia at Eurovision 2026.

The trio, who were each just 10 years old when they won Junior Eurovision for their country in 2008, have been selected by broadcaster GPB to represent Georgia at Vienna 2026.

The song that they'll compete with in May will be released at a later date.

The group, made up of Giorgi Shiolashvili, Mariam Tatulashvili and Mariam Kikuashvili, found themselves back in the spotlight at Junior Eurovision 2025.

Held in Tbilisi after Georgia's fourth victory in 2024, the OG champs were reunited to perform as one of the interval acts. And their performance of new song We Don't Sleep caused quite the 'buzzzz' online, with many Song Contest sleuths wondering if this was a sign that the band might finally be making a much-anticipated transition to the Eurovision Song Contest.

One of the most memorable Junior Eurovision winners throughout the Contest's 23-year history, Bzikebi made a lasting impression thanks to their catchy bee-themed bop Bzz.., which they performed in a made-up language while buzzing around the stage in their shiny black and yellow outfits!

Following their win in Limassol, Cyprus, the group returned to Georgia and released their album Zabuzei, which was a hit with youngsters across the nation.

This isn't the first time Georgia has sent a Junior Eurovision winner to the Eurovision Song Contest!

Back at Liverpool 2023, the country was represented by Iru, who had brought Georgia its second Junior win in 2011 as a member of the girl group Candy.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #georgia

Overnight, Australian time, it was announced that Junior Eurovision 2008 winners Bzikebi will represent Georgia at Eurovision 2026.

The trio, who were each just 10 years old when they won Junior Eurovision for their country in 2008, have been selected by broadcaster GPB to represent Georgia at Vienna 2026.

The song that they'll compete with in May will be released at a later date.

The group, made up of Giorgi Shiolashvili, Mariam Tatulashvili and Mariam Kikuashvili, found themselves back in the spotlight at Junior Eurovision 2025.

Held in Tbilisi after Georgia's fourth victory in 2024, the OG champs were reunited to perform as one of the interval acts. And their performance of new song We Don't Sleep caused quite the 'buzzzz' online, with many Song Contest sleuths wondering if this was a sign that the band might finally be making a much-anticipated transition to the Eurovision Song Contest.

One of the most memorable Junior Eurovision winners throughout the Contest's 23-year history, Bzikebi made a lasting impression thanks to their catchy bee-themed bop Bzz.., which they performed in a made-up language while buzzing around the stage in their shiny black and yellow outfits!

Following their win in Limassol, Cyprus, the group returned to Georgia and released their album Zabuzei, which was a hit with youngsters across the nation.

This isn't the first time Georgia has sent a Junior Eurovision winner to the Eurovision Song Contest!

Back at Liverpool 2023, the country was represented by Iru, who had brought Georgia its second Junior win in 2011 as a member of the girl group Candy.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026 #georgia

The latest episode of the Aussievision podcast is out. We run through the semi-final draw and look ahead to the national finals in Moldova and Malta, including some of the top chances. Listen via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

The latest episode of the Aussievision podcast is out. We run through the semi-final draw and look ahead to the national finals in Moldova and Malta, including some of the top chances. Listen via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

After a three-year non-qualification streak, Malta made a triumphant return to the Eurovision Song Contest final in Basel last year, with Miriana Conte and her fan-favourite Eurovision entry Serving.

Now, aiming to qualify for the Eurovision Grand Final for the second year in a row, Maltese broadcaster TVM has unveiled the eighteen songs competing in the Malta Eurovision Song Contest (MESC) 2026, all hoping to become the country’s next Eurovision representative in Vienna.

Twelve members of the Aussievision team have listened to all eighteen entries and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

This is our top 10. Check out the article on our website for comments from the team.

The semi-final of MESC 2026 is being held on Thursday 15 January 2026 (Friday morning for Australia), where 12 songs will qualify to the MESC 2026 final from 18 semi-finalists.

The final of MESC 2026 is being held on Saturday 17 January 2026 (Sunday morning for Australia) at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta' Qali, where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

#malta #eurovision #sbseurovision

After a three-year non-qualification streak, Malta made a triumphant return to the Eurovision Song Contest final in Basel last year, with Miriana Conte and her fan-favourite Eurovision entry Serving.

Now, aiming to qualify for the Eurovision Grand Final for the second year in a row, Maltese broadcaster TVM has unveiled the eighteen songs competing in the Malta Eurovision Song Contest (MESC) 2026, all hoping to become the country’s next Eurovision representative in Vienna.

Twelve members of the Aussievision team have listened to all eighteen entries and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

This is our top 10. Check out the article on our website for comments from the team.

The semi-final of MESC 2026 is being held on Thursday 15 January 2026 (Friday morning for Australia), where 12 songs will qualify to the MESC 2026 final from 18 semi-finalists.

The final of MESC 2026 is being held on Saturday 17 January 2026 (Sunday morning for Australia) at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta' Qali, where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

#malta #eurovision #sbseurovision

Ukraine: KHAYAT secures Vidbir 2026 wildcard spot with Hertsy (Герци)!

He will participate in the Vidbir final on 7 February 2026.

KHAYAT got 32.41% of the votes through the Diia app, beating runner-up MON FIA (17.31%) and third-placed Marta Adamchuk (15.36%).

#ukraine #vidbir

Ukraine: KHAYAT secures Vidbir 2026 wildcard spot with Hertsy (Герци)!

He will participate in the Vidbir final on 7 February 2026.

KHAYAT got 32.41% of the votes through the Diia app, beating runner-up MON FIA (17.31%) and third-placed Marta Adamchuk (15.36%).

#ukraine #vidbir

Former Eurovision winner and host Conchita Wurst has announced that they are stepping away from Eurovision.

Read their statement in the post.

#eurovision

Former Eurovision winner and host Conchita Wurst has announced that they are stepping away from Eurovision.

Read their statement in the post.

#eurovision

Each Eurovision 2026 semi-final on a map (Australia *clearly* not to scale!)

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Each Eurovision 2026 semi-final on a map (Australia *clearly* not to scale!)

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #esc2026

🇦🇺 Australia will be performing in the second half of semi-final 2!!!

#esc #eurovision #sbseurovision #esc2026
#eurovision2026

🇦🇺 Australia will be performing in the second half of semi-final 2!!!

#esc #eurovision #sbseurovision #esc2026
#eurovision2026

The Eurovision semi-final draw is out!

#esc #eurovision #sbseurovision #esc2026
#eurovision2026

The Eurovision semi-final draw is out!

#esc #eurovision #sbseurovision #esc2026
#eurovision2026

Here are where the Big 4 and Host country Austria will be voting in the semi-finals!

#esc #esc2026 #eurovision #eurovison2026

Here are where the Big 4 and Host country Austria will be voting in the semi-finals!

#esc #esc2026 #eurovision #eurovison2026

Last month, Eurovision royalty @damiim spoke to the @confessionsofarealitystar Podcast reflecting on her journey from The X Factor to the Eurovision stage.

During the chat, Dami opened up about her time at the Contest, her thoughts on a potential return, and revealed an exciting collaboration planned to mark the 10th anniversary of her iconic Eurovision entry, Sound of Silence.

When asked how she plans to celebrate a decade since representing Australia at Eurovision, Dami shared the big news:

“10 years next year. That I find hard to believe, but 10 years on next year. I am releasing — I am working on a collaboration with Electric Fields to do a new version of Sound of Silence. I am so excited about this. This is going to be so cool. It’s so fun. It’s been the best.”
She went on to explain why Electric Fields were the perfect fit for the re-release:

“They’ve got their own such unique sound and flavour. To have Sound of Silence injected with what they’ve got… will make it so special.”

Earlier this week, Dami also teased “big things” to come during a Q&A on her social media, confirming that celebrations for the song’s milestone anniversary were well underway.

The collaboration with @electricfields_music now forms a key part of what she has planned for fans.

During the podcast, Dami also revealed thoughts about Eurovision she had never publicly shared before, particularly around the idea of returning to the Contest.

Read the full article on our website, link in bio.

#eurovision #damiim #electricfields

Last month, Eurovision royalty @damiim spoke to the @confessionsofarealitystar Podcast reflecting on her journey from The X Factor to the Eurovision stage.

During the chat, Dami opened up about her time at the Contest, her thoughts on a potential return, and revealed an exciting collaboration planned to mark the 10th anniversary of her iconic Eurovision entry, Sound of Silence.

When asked how she plans to celebrate a decade since representing Australia at Eurovision, Dami shared the big news:

“10 years next year. That I find hard to believe, but 10 years on next year. I am releasing — I am working on a collaboration with Electric Fields to do a new version of Sound of Silence. I am so excited about this. This is going to be so cool. It’s so fun. It’s been the best.”
She went on to explain why Electric Fields were the perfect fit for the re-release:

“They’ve got their own such unique sound and flavour. To have Sound of Silence injected with what they’ve got… will make it so special.”

Earlier this week, Dami also teased “big things” to come during a Q&A on her social media, confirming that celebrations for the song’s milestone anniversary were well underway.

The collaboration with @electricfields_music now forms a key part of what she has planned for fans.

During the podcast, Dami also revealed thoughts about Eurovision she had never publicly shared before, particularly around the idea of returning to the Contest.

Read the full article on our website, link in bio.

#eurovision #damiim #electricfields

American superstar Madonna has covered a classic song from an Italian artist competing in this year's Sanremo Music Festival.

Madonna released the cover of the song La bambola as part of a campaign with Dolce and Gabbana.

The song (which translates to 'The Doll') was originally performed by Patty Pravo in 1968. It went No.1 in Italy and charted across Europe and South America.

This saw her become a legend on the Italian music scene, making her debut at the Sanremo Music Festival in 1970 finishing 5th.

She has since competed a total of 10 times, with her 11th appearance to be at this year's Festival.

The winner of Sanremo has first pick to represent the nation at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Patty last competed in 2019, finishing 21st, but did place 6th in 2016, her best result since her debut.

With Madonna's cover and Patty's entry into Sanremo this year, many are suggesting we could see the American as a guest act at the Festival.

Madonna (in)famously sang at the Eurovision Song Contest in Tel Aviv, while many other famous artists such as Whitney Houston, One Direction, Queen, Britney Spears and Kylie Minogue have appeared at Sanremo.

#madonna #sanremo

American superstar Madonna has covered a classic song from an Italian artist competing in this year's Sanremo Music Festival.

Madonna released the cover of the song La bambola as part of a campaign with Dolce and Gabbana.

The song (which translates to 'The Doll') was originally performed by Patty Pravo in 1968. It went No.1 in Italy and charted across Europe and South America.

This saw her become a legend on the Italian music scene, making her debut at the Sanremo Music Festival in 1970 finishing 5th.

She has since competed a total of 10 times, with her 11th appearance to be at this year's Festival.

The winner of Sanremo has first pick to represent the nation at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Patty last competed in 2019, finishing 21st, but did place 6th in 2016, her best result since her debut.

With Madonna's cover and Patty's entry into Sanremo this year, many are suggesting we could see the American as a guest act at the Festival.

Madonna (in)famously sang at the Eurovision Song Contest in Tel Aviv, while many other famous artists such as Whitney Houston, One Direction, Queen, Britney Spears and Kylie Minogue have appeared at Sanremo.

#madonna #sanremo

Eurovision Week Ahead
12-18 January 2026

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Eurovision Week Ahead
12-18 January 2026

#eurovision #eurovision2026

When can we expect news of Australia's Eurovision 2026 entry?

We checked out the past artist reveal and song release dates to try and work out when we might find out this year's Aussie entry.

When do you think we will hear something?

#sbseurovision #australia #eurovision

When can we expect news of Australia's Eurovision 2026 entry?

We checked out the past artist reveal and song release dates to try and work out when we might find out this year's Aussie entry.

When do you think we will hear something?

#sbseurovision #australia #eurovision

Things are in full swing in Eurovision land! Check out all the latest here. #Eurovision #ESC2026 #Eurovision2026 #esc250

Things are in full swing in Eurovision land! Check out all the latest here. #Eurovision #ESC2026 #Eurovision2026 #esc250

Fans of two Australia Decides alumni can catch them performing in Melbourne this summer as local councils put on free live entertainment for the community.

Australia's 2024 Eurovision representatives @electricfields_music are headlining City of Stonnington's annual free summer concert Sunset Sounds on Sunday 18 January at the Malvern Gardens.

It's the electronic duo's first live performance for 2026, and they'll be joined by Punjabi soul and jazz artist Parvyn and local DJ Lyndelle Wilkinson.

Sunset Sounds is a long-running free and all-ages event in the City of Stonnington in Melbourne's inner east and gives visitors a chance to enjoy a picnic and dance the afternoon away in an idyllic parklands setting.

Electric Fields were runners-up in the inaugural edition of SBS' former Eurovision selection contest Australia Decides in 2019, nudged out by Kate Miller-Heidke.

SBS then picked them to be our representative at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden with their song One Mikali (One Blood). They finished 11th in semi-final one, narrowly missing qualification for the grand final by six points.

Meanwhile, @mitchtambo, who competed in the 2020 edition of Australia Decides, is headlining Glen Eira City Council's outdoor event Under The Stars at Packer Park, Carnegie on Saturday 21 February.

Tambo finished fifth with his song Together in the 2020 contest, which was won by Montaigne.

A proud Gamilaraay man, he's since become known for his covers of major Australian hits in language, including John Farnham's You're The Voice and Icehouse's Great Southern Land.

The world music star will be performing alongside Central Coast-based female indie folk trio Little Quirks, and like Sunset Sounds, fans can come along with a picnic or grab some snacks from the food trucks on site.

Sunset Sounds featuring Electric Fields
Sunday 18 January
Malvern Gardens, Malvern

Under The Stars featuring Mitch Tambo
Sunday 21 February
Packer Park, Carnegie

Check out our article for further details.

#eurovision #australiadecides #mitchtambo #electricfields

Fans of two Australia Decides alumni can catch them performing in Melbourne this summer as local councils put on free live entertainment for the community.

Australia's 2024 Eurovision representatives @electricfields_music are headlining City of Stonnington's annual free summer concert Sunset Sounds on Sunday 18 January at the Malvern Gardens.

It's the electronic duo's first live performance for 2026, and they'll be joined by Punjabi soul and jazz artist Parvyn and local DJ Lyndelle Wilkinson.

Sunset Sounds is a long-running free and all-ages event in the City of Stonnington in Melbourne's inner east and gives visitors a chance to enjoy a picnic and dance the afternoon away in an idyllic parklands setting.

Electric Fields were runners-up in the inaugural edition of SBS' former Eurovision selection contest Australia Decides in 2019, nudged out by Kate Miller-Heidke.

SBS then picked them to be our representative at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden with their song One Mikali (One Blood). They finished 11th in semi-final one, narrowly missing qualification for the grand final by six points.

Meanwhile, @mitchtambo, who competed in the 2020 edition of Australia Decides, is headlining Glen Eira City Council's outdoor event Under The Stars at Packer Park, Carnegie on Saturday 21 February.

Tambo finished fifth with his song Together in the 2020 contest, which was won by Montaigne.

A proud Gamilaraay man, he's since become known for his covers of major Australian hits in language, including John Farnham's You're The Voice and Icehouse's Great Southern Land.

The world music star will be performing alongside Central Coast-based female indie folk trio Little Quirks, and like Sunset Sounds, fans can come along with a picnic or grab some snacks from the food trucks on site.

Sunset Sounds featuring Electric Fields
Sunday 18 January
Malvern Gardens, Malvern

Under The Stars featuring Mitch Tambo
Sunday 21 February
Packer Park, Carnegie

Check out our article for further details.

#eurovision #australiadecides #mitchtambo #electricfields

Today we take a look at how all the songs from the very first Eurovision Song Contest held in 1956 rank based on Spotify streams.

The Italian entries reign supreme!

The Eurovision winning song sits as the third most streamed 1956 song.

Watch out for the remaining 1950's years throughout January.

#eurovision #eurovisionspotify #italy

Today we take a look at how all the songs from the very first Eurovision Song Contest held in 1956 rank based on Spotify streams.

The Italian entries reign supreme!

The Eurovision winning song sits as the third most streamed 1956 song.

Watch out for the remaining 1950's years throughout January.

#eurovision #eurovisionspotify #italy

Overnight the Icelandic broadcaster RÚV has cancelled Söngvakeppnin 2026.

As reported by RÚV:

RÚV will not be holding a traditional singing competition this year. This is according to RÚV's program director. It has not been decided what will replace it.

"There will be no traditional singing competition. It is clear and was actually planned in December and what will replace it is under consideration," says Eva Georgs. Ásudóttir, RÚV's program director.

"We will do our best to offer a good program instead of the singing competition," she adds.

"It is clear that the song contest in the format that has existed since we participated in Eurovision will not be held. The prerequisites for a traditional song contest are broken by our not participating in Eurovision, what will be done next has not been decided," she adds.

#iceland #söngvakeppnin

Overnight the Icelandic broadcaster RÚV has cancelled Söngvakeppnin 2026.

As reported by RÚV:

RÚV will not be holding a traditional singing competition this year. This is according to RÚV's program director. It has not been decided what will replace it.

"There will be no traditional singing competition. It is clear and was actually planned in December and what will replace it is under consideration," says Eva Georgs. Ásudóttir, RÚV's program director.

"We will do our best to offer a good program instead of the singing competition," she adds.

"It is clear that the song contest in the format that has existed since we participated in Eurovision will not be held. The prerequisites for a traditional song contest are broken by our not participating in Eurovision, what will be done next has not been decided," she adds.

#iceland #söngvakeppnin

Eurovision royalty @damiim took to her Instagram where she held a Q&A chat answering questions from fans about Eurovision, upcoming tours and more.

One of the big questions Dami got asked was whether she would compete at Eurovision again. She responded:

"I get asked this a lot. I have tried to compete again, things happened, a lot of things happened and it didn't work out. Next year is 10 years anniversary of Sound of Silence so big things are coming, big things are coming! Not next year this year!!"

In 2016 Dami achieved Australia's best result ever at Eurovision with Sound of Silence where she won the jury vote and finished overall as the runner-up behind Jamala from Ukraine.

At Eurovision - Australia Decides 2020 Dami Im made a huge announcement on stage, after performing a duet with Eurovision winner Måns Zelmerlöw, that she will be competing in next year's Australian national final where she would get to compete with the chance of representing Australia at Eurovision.

Unfortunately that didn't eventuate due to the Covid-pandemic which lead to the Eurovision Song Contest being cancelled for the first time in it's history and then Australia Decides not being held the following year.

Even though Dami didn’t directly answer the question of whether she is returning to Eurovision anytime soon, it does sound like she has something big in store for the 10th anniversary of Sound of Silence. We will have to wait and see…

Dami also confirmed that she will be performing in Amsterdam for Het Grote Songfestivalfeest 2026 held in the Netherlands.

Asked whether she had a European tour planned, she said:

"I am playing in Amsterdam on November 13th this year, which is very exciting. I am planning on adding some more European dates around then. So, let me know which city you would like me to play in."

Dami will officially be the third Aussie Eurovision representative to perform at the annual event after Guy Sebastian performed in Amsterdam in 2024 and Sheldon Riley in 2023.

During the Q&A Dami also revealed that she has a new jazz-inspired single set for release in two weeks called Sight of You.

#eurovision #damiim

Eurovision royalty @damiim took to her Instagram where she held a Q&A chat answering questions from fans about Eurovision, upcoming tours and more.

One of the big questions Dami got asked was whether she would compete at Eurovision again. She responded:

"I get asked this a lot. I have tried to compete again, things happened, a lot of things happened and it didn't work out. Next year is 10 years anniversary of Sound of Silence so big things are coming, big things are coming! Not next year this year!!"

In 2016 Dami achieved Australia's best result ever at Eurovision with Sound of Silence where she won the jury vote and finished overall as the runner-up behind Jamala from Ukraine.

At Eurovision - Australia Decides 2020 Dami Im made a huge announcement on stage, after performing a duet with Eurovision winner Måns Zelmerlöw, that she will be competing in next year's Australian national final where she would get to compete with the chance of representing Australia at Eurovision.

Unfortunately that didn't eventuate due to the Covid-pandemic which lead to the Eurovision Song Contest being cancelled for the first time in it's history and then Australia Decides not being held the following year.

Even though Dami didn’t directly answer the question of whether she is returning to Eurovision anytime soon, it does sound like she has something big in store for the 10th anniversary of Sound of Silence. We will have to wait and see…

Dami also confirmed that she will be performing in Amsterdam for Het Grote Songfestivalfeest 2026 held in the Netherlands.

Asked whether she had a European tour planned, she said:

"I am playing in Amsterdam on November 13th this year, which is very exciting. I am planning on adding some more European dates around then. So, let me know which city you would like me to play in."

Dami will officially be the third Aussie Eurovision representative to perform at the annual event after Guy Sebastian performed in Amsterdam in 2024 and Sheldon Riley in 2023.

During the Q&A Dami also revealed that she has a new jazz-inspired single set for release in two weeks called Sight of You.

#eurovision #damiim

Eurovision - Australia Decides artists will be performing during the Australian Open tennis tournament throughout January.

The Australian Open, one of the four grand slams, not only showcases the world's best players but also puts on a weeks of entertainment.

AO Live is a massive music concert held in one of the main stadiums in the days leading up to the Australian Open and in its final few days.

Acts performing include The Kid Laroi, The Presets, Hot Chip and The Veronicas.

Among them will be Eurovision - Australia Decides artist @charleysux, who will perform on 19 January at 7pm

Charley competed for a spot in Eurovision 2022 with her song I Suck at Being Lonely, finishing in 4th place.

Centre court pre-match performances

On top of AO Live, artists will be performing on Rod Laver Arena to open each night session of the tournament.

These artists include Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Cody Simpson and Patty LaBelle

Tuesday 20 January

Australia Decides 2020 runner-up Casey Donovan will perform.

Friday 22 January

Australia Decides 2022 artist @itsjudeyork performs.

Wednesday 28 January

Jael Wena, who finished 3rd at Junior Eurovision 2018, will perform.

Sunday 1 February

@paulini_curuenavuli, who finished 6th at Australia Decides 2022, will sing the national anthem before the men's final.

The Australian Open begins on Sunday 18 January running until Sunday 1 February.

#australianopen #ao #eurovision

Eurovision - Australia Decides artists will be performing during the Australian Open tennis tournament throughout January.

The Australian Open, one of the four grand slams, not only showcases the world's best players but also puts on a weeks of entertainment.

AO Live is a massive music concert held in one of the main stadiums in the days leading up to the Australian Open and in its final few days.

Acts performing include The Kid Laroi, The Presets, Hot Chip and The Veronicas.

Among them will be Eurovision - Australia Decides artist @charleysux, who will perform on 19 January at 7pm

Charley competed for a spot in Eurovision 2022 with her song I Suck at Being Lonely, finishing in 4th place.

Centre court pre-match performances

On top of AO Live, artists will be performing on Rod Laver Arena to open each night session of the tournament.

These artists include Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Cody Simpson and Patty LaBelle

Tuesday 20 January

Australia Decides 2020 runner-up Casey Donovan will perform.

Friday 22 January

Australia Decides 2022 artist @itsjudeyork performs.

Wednesday 28 January

Jael Wena, who finished 3rd at Junior Eurovision 2018, will perform.

Sunday 1 February

@paulini_curuenavuli, who finished 6th at Australia Decides 2022, will sing the national anthem before the men's final.

The Australian Open begins on Sunday 18 January running until Sunday 1 February.

#australianopen #ao #eurovision

After a full week of all the MESC 2026 songs have been all released we take a look at they all rank based on streams and watching number combined on Spotify and YouTube.

Shown are the top 10 songs.

@itsaidanofficial is the most popular MESC 2026 entry so far!

#mesc #malta #eurovision

After a full week of all the MESC 2026 songs have been all released we take a look at they all rank based on streams and watching number combined on Spotify and YouTube.

Shown are the top 10 songs.

@itsaidanofficial is the most popular MESC 2026 entry so far!

#mesc #malta #eurovision

Croatian broadcaster HRT has released the 24 songs from artists that will compete in this year’s edition of DORA.

Since HRT’s announcement last month, Karolina Ilić has been disqualified as she is not a Croatian citizen therefore she does not meet the requirements of the DORA 2026 Competition Rules. This place will now be taken by first reserve- Gabrijel Ivić and his song Light Up.

Famously, Baby Lasagna was initially on the DORA reserve list in 2024 and was only given the chance to compete when Zsa Zsa withdrew from the competition. He went on to achieve Croatia’s best result at the Eurovision Song Contest with Rim Tim Tagi Dim finishing in second place that year.

The artists and songs for DORA 2026 are:

Alen Đuras - From Ashes to Flame
Ananda - Dora
Cold Snap - Mucho Macho
Devin - Over Me
Ema Bubić - Vrijeme za nas
Fenksta - Memento Mori
Fran Uccellini - Ako bolje bude sutra
Gabrijel Ivić- Light Up
Irma - Ni traga
Ivan Sever - Crying Eyes
Jasmina Makota - Higher
Kandžija - 3 ujutro
Lana Mandarić - Tama
Lara Demarin - Mantra
LELEK - Andromeda
Lima Len - Raketa
Marko Kutlić - Neotuđivo
Noelle - Uninterrupted
Ritam Noir - Profumi di mare
Sergej - Scream
Stela Rade - Nema te
ToMa - Ledina
Toni Sky – O ne!
Zevin - Nives Cilenšek - My mind

You can watch all the songs on the DORA HRT YouTube account.

The date of DORA 2026 is yet to be confirmed. Watch this space!

#croatia #dora #eurovision

Croatian broadcaster HRT has released the 24 songs from artists that will compete in this year’s edition of DORA.

Since HRT’s announcement last month, Karolina Ilić has been disqualified as she is not a Croatian citizen therefore she does not meet the requirements of the DORA 2026 Competition Rules. This place will now be taken by first reserve- Gabrijel Ivić and his song Light Up.

Famously, Baby Lasagna was initially on the DORA reserve list in 2024 and was only given the chance to compete when Zsa Zsa withdrew from the competition. He went on to achieve Croatia’s best result at the Eurovision Song Contest with Rim Tim Tagi Dim finishing in second place that year.

The artists and songs for DORA 2026 are:

Alen Đuras - From Ashes to Flame
Ananda - Dora
Cold Snap - Mucho Macho
Devin - Over Me
Ema Bubić - Vrijeme za nas
Fenksta - Memento Mori
Fran Uccellini - Ako bolje bude sutra
Gabrijel Ivić- Light Up
Irma - Ni traga
Ivan Sever - Crying Eyes
Jasmina Makota - Higher
Kandžija - 3 ujutro
Lana Mandarić - Tama
Lara Demarin - Mantra
LELEK - Andromeda
Lima Len - Raketa
Marko Kutlić - Neotuđivo
Noelle - Uninterrupted
Ritam Noir - Profumi di mare
Sergej - Scream
Stela Rade - Nema te
ToMa - Ledina
Toni Sky – O ne!
Zevin - Nives Cilenšek - My mind

You can watch all the songs on the DORA HRT YouTube account.

The date of DORA 2026 is yet to be confirmed. Watch this space!

#croatia #dora #eurovision

Latest episode of the Aussievision podcast is out looking at the ESC250, the Greek national final and judging some of the Luxembourg entries. Listen via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

Latest episode of the Aussievision podcast is out looking at the ESC250, the Greek national final and judging some of the Luxembourg entries. Listen via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

The all-important pot details of next week's Eurovision semi-final draw have been revealed.

The draw will take place next Monday, 12 January at 19:00 CET in Vienna's city hall, Wiener Rathaus.

This means an early start for Australians, with that converting to 05:00 AEDT on the morning of Tuesday 13 January.

The draw will see nations pulled out randomly from pre-decided pots of six or seven nations.

These pots are based on previous voting patterns to avoid nations having too many "friends" in one semi-final (e.g., all the Balkan or all the Nordic countries can't all be placed together).

The 2026 Eurovision semi-final pot allocations are:

Pot 1: Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Serbia, Switzerland

Pot 2: Australia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Norway, Sweden

Pot 3: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Israel, Poland, Ukraine

Pot 4: Belgium, Czechia, Luxembourg, Moldova, Portugal, Romania

Pot 5: Cyprus, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, San Marino

The big four nations (UK, France, Germany and Italy) plus hosts Austria will also be placed into semi-finals to perform (but not compete) and also vote.

Australia has been placed with our Nordic friends, with Estonia taking the place of Iceland who is boycotting the Contest.

#eurovision #esc

The all-important pot details of next week's Eurovision semi-final draw have been revealed.

The draw will take place next Monday, 12 January at 19:00 CET in Vienna's city hall, Wiener Rathaus.

This means an early start for Australians, with that converting to 05:00 AEDT on the morning of Tuesday 13 January.

The draw will see nations pulled out randomly from pre-decided pots of six or seven nations.

These pots are based on previous voting patterns to avoid nations having too many "friends" in one semi-final (e.g., all the Balkan or all the Nordic countries can't all be placed together).

The 2026 Eurovision semi-final pot allocations are:

Pot 1: Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Serbia, Switzerland

Pot 2: Australia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Norway, Sweden

Pot 3: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Israel, Poland, Ukraine

Pot 4: Belgium, Czechia, Luxembourg, Moldova, Portugal, Romania

Pot 5: Cyprus, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, San Marino

The big four nations (UK, France, Germany and Italy) plus hosts Austria will also be placed into semi-finals to perform (but not compete) and also vote.

Australia has been placed with our Nordic friends, with Estonia taking the place of Iceland who is boycotting the Contest.

#eurovision #esc

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