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Tamara Živković wins Montesong 2025 with Nova zora

Tamara Živković wins Montesong 2025 with Nova zora

Tamara Živković wins Montesong and will represent Montenegro at Eurovision 2026

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Alis wins FiK64 - Albania's Eurovision 2026 national final

Alis wins FiK64 - Albania's Eurovision 2026 national final

Alis wins FiK64 - Albania's Eurovision 2026 national final

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As the year comes to a close we revisit the last several years of the Contest. Today we look at Eurovision 2023 and rank all the songs based on Spotify streams. The songs include Eurovision and national final versions of the songs combined.

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #eurovisionspotify #spotify

As the year comes to a close we revisit the last several years of the Contest. Today we look at Eurovision 2023 and rank all the songs based on Spotify streams. The songs include Eurovision and national final versions of the songs combined.

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #eurovisionspotify #spotify

Every year, like clockwork, Love Actually returns to television screens as part of the Christmas viewing routine.

The film is a modern festive classic, with audiences revisiting its star-studded ensemble cast and familiar storylines every December.

What many viewers may not realise is that among those cast members is a former Eurovision Song Contest performer.

One of the film’s most memorable storylines centres on the Portuguese woman who becomes the love interest of Colin Firth’s character.

The relationship unfolds across language barriers, handwritten cue cards and a trip to Portugal, and has become one of the film’s most talked-about arcs.

That character, Aurélia, was played by Portuguese actor and singer @luciamoniz.

Before appearing in Love Actually, Moniz had already represented Portugal at the Eurovision Song Contest.

She competed at Eurovision 1996 in Oslo with the song O Meu Coração Não Tem Cor.

The entry finished in sixth place, which was at the time Portugal’s best result in the contest.

It would remain the country’s strongest Eurovision performance until Portugal claimed its first victory in 2017.

Following Eurovision and her international film appearance, Moniz continued to balance music and acting in Portugal.

She released several albums and appeared across film, television and theatre.

While international audiences may primarily associate her with Love Actually, her Eurovision appearance remains a defining moment in her career at home.

She even returned to Portugal's national final Festival da Canção in 2021 to perform her entry on the 25th anniversary of the song.

#loveactually #loveactuallymovie #portugal #eurovision

Every year, like clockwork, Love Actually returns to television screens as part of the Christmas viewing routine.

The film is a modern festive classic, with audiences revisiting its star-studded ensemble cast and familiar storylines every December.

What many viewers may not realise is that among those cast members is a former Eurovision Song Contest performer.

One of the film’s most memorable storylines centres on the Portuguese woman who becomes the love interest of Colin Firth’s character.

The relationship unfolds across language barriers, handwritten cue cards and a trip to Portugal, and has become one of the film’s most talked-about arcs.

That character, Aurélia, was played by Portuguese actor and singer @luciamoniz.

Before appearing in Love Actually, Moniz had already represented Portugal at the Eurovision Song Contest.

She competed at Eurovision 1996 in Oslo with the song O Meu Coração Não Tem Cor.

The entry finished in sixth place, which was at the time Portugal’s best result in the contest.

It would remain the country’s strongest Eurovision performance until Portugal claimed its first victory in 2017.

Following Eurovision and her international film appearance, Moniz continued to balance music and acting in Portugal.

She released several albums and appeared across film, television and theatre.

While international audiences may primarily associate her with Love Actually, her Eurovision appearance remains a defining moment in her career at home.

She even returned to Portugal's national final Festival da Canção in 2021 to perform her entry on the 25th anniversary of the song.

#loveactually #loveactuallymovie #portugal #eurovision

As the year comes to a close we revisit the last several years of the Contest. Today we look at Eurovision 2022 and rank all the songs based on Spotify streams. The songs include Eurovision and national final versions of the songs combined.

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #eurovisionspotify #spotify

As the year comes to a close we revisit the last several years of the Contest. Today we look at Eurovision 2022 and rank all the songs based on Spotify streams. The songs include Eurovision and national final versions of the songs combined.

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #eurovisionspotify #spotify

What is your favourite Eurovision 2026 entry so far?

Albania: Alis - Nân

OR

Montenegro: Tamara Živković - Nova zora

#eurovision #eurovision2026

What is your favourite Eurovision 2026 entry so far?

Albania: Alis - Nân

OR

Montenegro: Tamara Živković - Nova zora

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Australia's Eurovision 2019 star @katemillerheidke has wowed audiences with her version of the classic Christmas carol O Holy Night.

She performed her rendition during Channel 7's live Carols in the Domain on Saturday, 20 December.

The show will be aired again at 7:00am on Christmas Day, and is also available on 7 plus which is now available on 7

A shared clip on social media saw hundreds of fans send overwhelming praise to the Zero Gravity singer.

Comments included:

"I’m mesmerized by her voice, she has such a unique sound! The way she belts out the high notes is effortless, and the control she has is impressive. She truly brings this traditional carol to life!"

"Nailed it. Best rendition of "O Holy Night" I've seen, with good balance of choral support and musical composition."

"She was amazing. Need to have her sing every year. I mean no one can be Marina Prior, but dang she was super close!"

"Absolutely EXQUISITE! It was my Nan's favourite carol and she would've loved this version."

"I had goosebumps. She was divine."

#christmas #oholynight #katemillerheidke

Australia's Eurovision 2019 star @katemillerheidke has wowed audiences with her version of the classic Christmas carol O Holy Night.

She performed her rendition during Channel 7's live Carols in the Domain on Saturday, 20 December.

The show will be aired again at 7:00am on Christmas Day, and is also available on 7 plus which is now available on 7

A shared clip on social media saw hundreds of fans send overwhelming praise to the Zero Gravity singer.

Comments included:

"I’m mesmerized by her voice, she has such a unique sound! The way she belts out the high notes is effortless, and the control she has is impressive. She truly brings this traditional carol to life!"

"Nailed it. Best rendition of "O Holy Night" I've seen, with good balance of choral support and musical composition."

"She was amazing. Need to have her sing every year. I mean no one can be Marina Prior, but dang she was super close!"

"Absolutely EXQUISITE! It was my Nan's favourite carol and she would've loved this version."

"I had goosebumps. She was divine."

#christmas #oholynight #katemillerheidke

The fourth annual Aussievision Awards recognises the work Eurovision and Australia Decides artists do beyond the Contest, from music releases to TV appearances, as well as books and theatre.

The awards also acknowledges the work that many in the media do to build up the Contest and the fans who support it from the ground up.

Early this month, the nominees were announced and voting was open for all publicly chosen categories.

We are now honoured to announce the 2025 winners voted by you, the public, and in some categories internally by the Aussievision jury.

The winners are:

SONG OF THE YEAR - @silia_kapsis - What’s Your Name Again

ALBUM/EP OF THE YEAR - @itsjudeyork - Heartstrings

COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR - @heyimgojo & @erikavikman - Appetite

SONG COVER OF THE YEAR - @damiim - Golden

AUSSIEVISION ARTS AND CULTURE AWARD - @itsaydan - Invisible Boys (TV Drama)

TV APPEARANCE OF THE YEAR - @jessicamauboy & @snoopdogg - AFL Grand Final 2025

AUSSIEVISION INTERNATIONAL AWARD - @herabjork - Queen of Effing Everything Australian tour

COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR - @ogae_australia - Eurovision 2025 Preview Parties

That's a wrap on our fourth annual Aussievision Awards - we can't wait to see what the talented Aussie musical and Eurofan community get up to in 2026!

The fourth annual Aussievision Awards recognises the work Eurovision and Australia Decides artists do beyond the Contest, from music releases to TV appearances, as well as books and theatre.

The awards also acknowledges the work that many in the media do to build up the Contest and the fans who support it from the ground up.

Early this month, the nominees were announced and voting was open for all publicly chosen categories.

We are now honoured to announce the 2025 winners voted by you, the public, and in some categories internally by the Aussievision jury.

The winners are:

SONG OF THE YEAR - @silia_kapsis - What’s Your Name Again

ALBUM/EP OF THE YEAR - @itsjudeyork - Heartstrings

COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR - @heyimgojo & @erikavikman - Appetite

SONG COVER OF THE YEAR - @damiim - Golden

AUSSIEVISION ARTS AND CULTURE AWARD - @itsaydan - Invisible Boys (TV Drama)

TV APPEARANCE OF THE YEAR - @jessicamauboy & @snoopdogg - AFL Grand Final 2025

AUSSIEVISION INTERNATIONAL AWARD - @herabjork - Queen of Effing Everything Australian tour

COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR - @ogae_australia - Eurovision 2025 Preview Parties

That's a wrap on our fourth annual Aussievision Awards - we can't wait to see what the talented Aussie musical and Eurofan community get up to in 2026!

As the year comes to a close we revisit the last several years of the Contest. Today we look at Eurovision 2021 and rank all the songs based on Spotify streams. The songs include Eurovision and national final versions of the songs combined.

Results:
1. Måneskin - Zitti e buoni (Italy) 578013149
2. Barbara Pravi - Voilà (France) 203419075
3. Go_A - Shum (Ukraine) 133669112
4. Blind Channel - Dark Side (Finland) 82548199
5. Elena Tsagrinou - El Diablo (Cyprus) 51599036
6. Tusse - Voices (Sweden) 47743491
7. Gjon's Tears - Tout l'univers (Switzerland) 47337624
8. Daði og Gagnamagnið - 10 Years (Iceland) 47011263
9. Efendi - Mata Hari (Azerbaijan) 36012128
10. Tix - Fallen Angel (Norway) 33181601
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11. Destiny - Je me casse (Malta) 29172975
12. The Roop - Discoteque (Lithuania) 27639050
13. Manizha - Russian Woman (Russia) 21056409
14. Senhit - Adrenalina (San Marino) 19504031
15. Stefania - Last Dance (Greece) 17722850
16. Eden Alene - Set Me Free (Israel) 17478621
17. Hooverphonic - The Wrong Place (Belgium) 16457236
18. James Newman - Embers (United Kingdom) 13115447
19. Hurricane - Loco loco (Serbia) 10573047
20. Fyr og Flamme - Øve os på hinanden (Denmark) 10426378
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21. Natalia Gordienko - Sugar (Moldova) 9927268
22. Roxen - Amnesia (Romania) 9665822
23. Victoria - Growing Up Is Getting Old (Bulgaria) 9452740
24. Jendrik - I Don't Feel Hate (Germany) 9056096
25. Blas Cantó - Voy a quedarme (Spain) 8974221
26. Albina - Tick-Tock (Croatia) 8538384
27. The Black Mamba - Love Is on My Side (Portugal) 8272166
28. Jeangu Macrooy - Birth of a New Age (Netherlands) 8159499
29. Montaigne - Technicolour (Australia) 7711256
30. Lesley Roy - Maps (Ireland) 6824747
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31. Benny Cristo - Omaga (Czech Republic) 4541866
32. Anxhela Peristeri - Karma (Albania) 4331786
33. Samanta Tīna - The Moon Is Rising (Latvia) 4010870
34. Uku Suviste - The Lucky One (Estonia) 3809938
35. Rafał - The Ride (Poland) 3684437
36. Ana Soklič - Amen (Slovenia) 2503660
37. Vincent Bueno - Amen (Austria) 2493711
38. Tornike Kipiani - You (Georgia) 1938357
39. Vasil - Here I Stand (North Macedonia) 1737690

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #eurovisionspotify #spotify

As the year comes to a close we revisit the last several years of the Contest. Today we look at Eurovision 2021 and rank all the songs based on Spotify streams. The songs include Eurovision and national final versions of the songs combined.

Results:
1. Måneskin - Zitti e buoni (Italy) 578013149
2. Barbara Pravi - Voilà (France) 203419075
3. Go_A - Shum (Ukraine) 133669112
4. Blind Channel - Dark Side (Finland) 82548199
5. Elena Tsagrinou - El Diablo (Cyprus) 51599036
6. Tusse - Voices (Sweden) 47743491
7. Gjon's Tears - Tout l'univers (Switzerland) 47337624
8. Daði og Gagnamagnið - 10 Years (Iceland) 47011263
9. Efendi - Mata Hari (Azerbaijan) 36012128
10. Tix - Fallen Angel (Norway) 33181601
_____
11. Destiny - Je me casse (Malta) 29172975
12. The Roop - Discoteque (Lithuania) 27639050
13. Manizha - Russian Woman (Russia) 21056409
14. Senhit - Adrenalina (San Marino) 19504031
15. Stefania - Last Dance (Greece) 17722850
16. Eden Alene - Set Me Free (Israel) 17478621
17. Hooverphonic - The Wrong Place (Belgium) 16457236
18. James Newman - Embers (United Kingdom) 13115447
19. Hurricane - Loco loco (Serbia) 10573047
20. Fyr og Flamme - Øve os på hinanden (Denmark) 10426378
_____
21. Natalia Gordienko - Sugar (Moldova) 9927268
22. Roxen - Amnesia (Romania) 9665822
23. Victoria - Growing Up Is Getting Old (Bulgaria) 9452740
24. Jendrik - I Don't Feel Hate (Germany) 9056096
25. Blas Cantó - Voy a quedarme (Spain) 8974221
26. Albina - Tick-Tock (Croatia) 8538384
27. The Black Mamba - Love Is on My Side (Portugal) 8272166
28. Jeangu Macrooy - Birth of a New Age (Netherlands) 8159499
29. Montaigne - Technicolour (Australia) 7711256
30. Lesley Roy - Maps (Ireland) 6824747
_____
31. Benny Cristo - Omaga (Czech Republic) 4541866
32. Anxhela Peristeri - Karma (Albania) 4331786
33. Samanta Tīna - The Moon Is Rising (Latvia) 4010870
34. Uku Suviste - The Lucky One (Estonia) 3809938
35. Rafał - The Ride (Poland) 3684437
36. Ana Soklič - Amen (Slovenia) 2503660
37. Vincent Bueno - Amen (Austria) 2493711
38. Tornike Kipiani - You (Georgia) 1938357
39. Vasil - Here I Stand (North Macedonia) 1737690

#eurovision #esc #sbseurovision #eurovisionspotify #spotify

An Australian Eurovision song was performed during the live finals of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing this weekend.

The show is an institution and one of the most popular TV programs in the country. The show was franchised across the world and appears as Dancing With the Stars in Australia.

When introducing the three finalists in the BBC's 2025 edition, @jessicamauboy's 2018 Eurovision entry We Got Love was featured.

The song was performed live during the event, so it wasn't Jessica's vocal on track.

There must be something about We Got Love and the Brits.

It was also used during a semi-final interval performance at the Liverpool contest in 2023.

They were also one of only three nations to award Australia public vote points in the 2018 Grand Final.

So even though Jessica may have wanted to finish higher than 20th in Lisbon, her song has gone on to have a life of its own.

#strictlycomedancing #eurovision

An Australian Eurovision song was performed during the live finals of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing this weekend.

The show is an institution and one of the most popular TV programs in the country. The show was franchised across the world and appears as Dancing With the Stars in Australia.

When introducing the three finalists in the BBC's 2025 edition, @jessicamauboy's 2018 Eurovision entry We Got Love was featured.

The song was performed live during the event, so it wasn't Jessica's vocal on track.

There must be something about We Got Love and the Brits.

It was also used during a semi-final interval performance at the Liverpool contest in 2023.

They were also one of only three nations to award Australia public vote points in the 2018 Grand Final.

So even though Jessica may have wanted to finish higher than 20th in Lisbon, her song has gone on to have a life of its own.

#strictlycomedancing #eurovision

Montenegro hosted the second edition of its Montesong contest to select the country’s representative for Eurovision 2026.

Tamara Živković took out the win with her song Nova Zora, in a very competitive 15-song line-up. This earns her the right to represent Montenegro in Vienna.

1. Tamara Živković - Nova zora (22 points)
2. Lara Baltić - Rhythm Boy (18 points)
3. LANA x ĐORĐE - Temperatura (13 points)
4. Krstinja Manatović - Oli oli (12 points)
5. Majda Božović - Ipak smo ljudi (10 points)
6. Luka Radović - Pjevaj vilo (8 points)
7. Baryak - Minerva (8 points)
8. Tina Džankić - Shadows (8 points)
9. Đurđa - Dominos (7 points)
10. Neno Murić - Ako čuješ glas (4 points)
11. Lana Lopičić - Doline (4 points)
12. Dolce Hera - Casanova 91 (1 point)
13. Mila Nikić - Kao varnica (1 point)
14. Stefan Vukotić - Nedekodirana (0 points)
15. Andrea Demirović - I Believe (0 points)

#montesong2025 #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Montenegro hosted the second edition of its Montesong contest to select the country’s representative for Eurovision 2026.

Tamara Živković took out the win with her song Nova Zora, in a very competitive 15-song line-up. This earns her the right to represent Montenegro in Vienna.

1. Tamara Živković - Nova zora (22 points)
2. Lara Baltić - Rhythm Boy (18 points)
3. LANA x ĐORĐE - Temperatura (13 points)
4. Krstinja Manatović - Oli oli (12 points)
5. Majda Božović - Ipak smo ljudi (10 points)
6. Luka Radović - Pjevaj vilo (8 points)
7. Baryak - Minerva (8 points)
8. Tina Džankić - Shadows (8 points)
9. Đurđa - Dominos (7 points)
10. Neno Murić - Ako čuješ glas (4 points)
11. Lana Lopičić - Doline (4 points)
12. Dolce Hera - Casanova 91 (1 point)
13. Mila Nikić - Kao varnica (1 point)
14. Stefan Vukotić - Nedekodirana (0 points)
15. Andrea Demirović - I Believe (0 points)

#montesong2025 #eurovision2026 #esc2026

A big week in Eurovision land - and we have our first entry for Eurovision 2026! #Eurovision #ESC2026 #Eurovision2026

A big week in Eurovision land - and we have our first entry for Eurovision 2026! #Eurovision #ESC2026 #Eurovision2026

Albania held its annual Festivali i Këngës (FiK) contest to decide who gets the opportunity to represent the nation at Eurovision 2026.

Alis took out the win with his song Nân, in a strong 23-song line-up in the final. This earns him the right to represent Albania in Vienna.

Full results:

1. Alis – Nân (152)
2. Inis Neziri – Ta kam fal (102)
3. Sheila – Zemra e Tokës (93)
4. Fifi & Tiri Gjoci – Rri (85)
5. Vedat Ademi – Kur fjala mbaron (63)
6. Sara Kapo – Të dua shumë (55)
7. Endri Kaçaçi – Si unë (54)
8. 2 Farm – Valle mbi hi (52)
9. Luna Çausholli – Pa kufij (36)
10. Enxhi Nasufi – Dritë (25)
11. Frensi – Tresh (22)
12. Ghiti – Okej! (17)
13. Rezarta Smaja – Balukeprera (15)
14. Savjana Vjerdha – Dimër për dimër e vjeshtë për vjeshtë (11)
15. Lorenc Hasrama – Lamtumirë (10)
16. Gerta Mahmutaj – Në krahët e tu (7)
17. Rigersa Loka – Albanian Heart (5)
18. Erik Lloshi – Dy pika dashuri (4)
19. Kamela Islamaj – Pa pretendime (4)
20. Lynx – Nuk kthehem pas (0)
21. Evi Reçi – Kodi i jetës (0)
22. Kleansa Susaj – Hije (0)
23. Gresa Gjocera & Bledi Kaso – Busulla e zemrës (0)

#fik64 #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Albania held its annual Festivali i Këngës (FiK) contest to decide who gets the opportunity to represent the nation at Eurovision 2026.

Alis took out the win with his song Nân, in a strong 23-song line-up in the final. This earns him the right to represent Albania in Vienna.

Full results:

1. Alis – Nân (152)
2. Inis Neziri – Ta kam fal (102)
3. Sheila – Zemra e Tokës (93)
4. Fifi & Tiri Gjoci – Rri (85)
5. Vedat Ademi – Kur fjala mbaron (63)
6. Sara Kapo – Të dua shumë (55)
7. Endri Kaçaçi – Si unë (54)
8. 2 Farm – Valle mbi hi (52)
9. Luna Çausholli – Pa kufij (36)
10. Enxhi Nasufi – Dritë (25)
11. Frensi – Tresh (22)
12. Ghiti – Okej! (17)
13. Rezarta Smaja – Balukeprera (15)
14. Savjana Vjerdha – Dimër për dimër e vjeshtë për vjeshtë (11)
15. Lorenc Hasrama – Lamtumirë (10)
16. Gerta Mahmutaj – Në krahët e tu (7)
17. Rigersa Loka – Albanian Heart (5)
18. Erik Lloshi – Dy pika dashuri (4)
19. Kamela Islamaj – Pa pretendime (4)
20. Lynx – Nuk kthehem pas (0)
21. Evi Reçi – Kodi i jetës (0)
22. Kleansa Susaj – Hije (0)
23. Gresa Gjocera & Bledi Kaso – Busulla e zemrës (0)

#fik64 #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Aussie Eurovision stars @voyagerau are heading back to the UK for the Radar Festival!

The group posted:

"After a cautious couple of years, and with Danny continuing treatment to put the brakes on his cancer, we’re taking a leap of faith and heading back to the UK. We’re thrilled to announce we’ll be playing RADAR Festival alongside an incredible lineup — and we can’t wait to see you there."

They are performing on the Sunday 02 August 2026.

Back in September 2023 the band announced that they cancelled their European leg of their tour after Eurovision. Danny revealed the devastating news that he has been diganosed with cancer.

They were last in the UK in 2023 where they represented Australia at Eurovision in Liverpool with the song Promise, which saw Australia return to the top 10 of a Eurovision Final!

#eurovision #voyager

Aussie Eurovision stars @voyagerau are heading back to the UK for the Radar Festival!

The group posted:

"After a cautious couple of years, and with Danny continuing treatment to put the brakes on his cancer, we’re taking a leap of faith and heading back to the UK. We’re thrilled to announce we’ll be playing RADAR Festival alongside an incredible lineup — and we can’t wait to see you there."

They are performing on the Sunday 02 August 2026.

Back in September 2023 the band announced that they cancelled their European leg of their tour after Eurovision. Danny revealed the devastating news that he has been diganosed with cancer.

They were last in the UK in 2023 where they represented Australia at Eurovision in Liverpool with the song Promise, which saw Australia return to the top 10 of a Eurovision Final!

#eurovision #voyager

@therasmusofficial, who represented Finland at the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest, have announced the dates of their world tour, The Weirdo Tour, including some shows in Australia!

This will be the first time the Finnish rock band has made their way Down Under in their career, which spans over three decades and stretches across 11 studio albums.

From their first album, Peep, which went Gold when the band's members were just 16 years old, to their major label debut in 2003, Dead Letters, containing the hit single In The Shadows, which peaked at number 23 on the ARIA singles chart, The Rasmus has built a legacy in rock that has seen them become one of Finland's greatest musical exports.

“I find it comforting that our most recent album has pretty much the same message as on our first album released in 1996,” says frontman Lauri Ylönen.

“It is to defend and praise the ones who are different from the masses and proudly being themselves as they are. It has been our philosophy from the very beginning. I’ve always felt like an outsider not fitting the norm. I’ve been called a weirdo, misfit and a freak. That used to make me angry but not anymore. It’s become my source of strength and confidence. I’ve realised the power of it. All the people I find exciting and inspiring are somehow strange. We, the Weirdos, unite and feed off people’s judging attitudes. The fact is they’re just afraid of us. Afraid of our capability to create new and change the future. Are you a Weirdo? Join us…”

The Rasmus will be performing in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne in January 2026, bringing their award-winning discography to fans in Australia for the first time in their history.

In 2026, the band will also be playing at festivals all over Europe, including Nova Rock 2026 in Austria, Lost Generation Festival 2026 in Poland, Resurrection Fest 2026 in Spain, Masters of Rock 2026 in Czechia, and two festivals in their home country of Finland.

Australian tour dates:
30 January - Newstead, QLD - The Triffid
31 January - Camperdown, NSW - Manning Bar
1 February - Melbourne, VIC - Max Watts Melbourne

You can get tickets for the Australian shows at: https://therasmus.com/

#therasmus

@therasmusofficial, who represented Finland at the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest, have announced the dates of their world tour, The Weirdo Tour, including some shows in Australia!

This will be the first time the Finnish rock band has made their way Down Under in their career, which spans over three decades and stretches across 11 studio albums.

From their first album, Peep, which went Gold when the band's members were just 16 years old, to their major label debut in 2003, Dead Letters, containing the hit single In The Shadows, which peaked at number 23 on the ARIA singles chart, The Rasmus has built a legacy in rock that has seen them become one of Finland's greatest musical exports.

“I find it comforting that our most recent album has pretty much the same message as on our first album released in 1996,” says frontman Lauri Ylönen.

“It is to defend and praise the ones who are different from the masses and proudly being themselves as they are. It has been our philosophy from the very beginning. I’ve always felt like an outsider not fitting the norm. I’ve been called a weirdo, misfit and a freak. That used to make me angry but not anymore. It’s become my source of strength and confidence. I’ve realised the power of it. All the people I find exciting and inspiring are somehow strange. We, the Weirdos, unite and feed off people’s judging attitudes. The fact is they’re just afraid of us. Afraid of our capability to create new and change the future. Are you a Weirdo? Join us…”

The Rasmus will be performing in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne in January 2026, bringing their award-winning discography to fans in Australia for the first time in their history.

In 2026, the band will also be playing at festivals all over Europe, including Nova Rock 2026 in Austria, Lost Generation Festival 2026 in Poland, Resurrection Fest 2026 in Spain, Masters of Rock 2026 in Czechia, and two festivals in their home country of Finland.

Australian tour dates:
30 January - Newstead, QLD - The Triffid
31 January - Camperdown, NSW - Manning Bar
1 February - Melbourne, VIC - Max Watts Melbourne

You can get tickets for the Australian shows at: https://therasmus.com/

#therasmus

Aussie @sihana_hax competes in Festivali i Këngës 64!

Born in Sydney, her parents migrated from Kosovo. She was on The Voice Australia in 2023, being selected by Rita Ora.

On season 12 of The Voice Australia Sihana sung an impressive rendition of Nothing Breaks Like A Heart by Mark Ronson and Miley Cyrus during the Blind Auditions.

She was knocked out in episode 11 during the callbacks.

Sihana is now in Albania competing in Festivali i Këngës 64 with her original song Horizont doing Australia proud!

#FIK64 #albania #eurovision

Aussie @sihana_hax competes in Festivali i Këngës 64!

Born in Sydney, her parents migrated from Kosovo. She was on The Voice Australia in 2023, being selected by Rita Ora.

On season 12 of The Voice Australia Sihana sung an impressive rendition of Nothing Breaks Like A Heart by Mark Ronson and Miley Cyrus during the Blind Auditions.

She was knocked out in episode 11 during the callbacks.

Sihana is now in Albania competing in Festivali i Këngës 64 with her original song Horizont doing Australia proud!

#FIK64 #albania #eurovision

Eurovision 2024 contestant joostklein (or simply "Joost") has announced his 2026 World Tour, which includes four shows in Australia.

The global superstar who represented the Netherlands will take the stage in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Perth later next year.

The dates are as follows:

Melbourne, December 2nd
Brisbane, December 4th
Sydney, December 5th
Perth, December 8th

Joost announced the tour in an Instagram post on Wednesday night, noting: "It's going to be a very Dutch year."

Joost's shows in Australia, the final four of the entire tour, will follow over 30 dates spanning the Americas, Europe, and even one in Auckland.

He stated in his promotional video that he's "never been to Australia before."

Tickets go on sale soon.

#netherlands #joost #eurovision

Eurovision 2024 contestant joostklein (or simply "Joost") has announced his 2026 World Tour, which includes four shows in Australia.

The global superstar who represented the Netherlands will take the stage in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Perth later next year.

The dates are as follows:

Melbourne, December 2nd
Brisbane, December 4th
Sydney, December 5th
Perth, December 8th

Joost announced the tour in an Instagram post on Wednesday night, noting: "It's going to be a very Dutch year."

Joost's shows in Australia, the final four of the entire tour, will follow over 30 dates spanning the Americas, Europe, and even one in Auckland.

He stated in his promotional video that he's "never been to Australia before."

Tickets go on sale soon.

#netherlands #joost #eurovision

National Finals season is alive and kicking with our second Aussievision Team Rankings for Eurovision 2026.

Albania will select their entry to head over to Vienna through their show, Festivali i Këngës (FiK), which has been an annual staple in Albanian households for over 60 years.

The show has been used to determined Albania’s representative to Eurovision since their debut in 2004.

FiK64 will be held in the Palace of Congresses in the Albanian capital, Tirana. The show spans over four nights, where artists will be selected by a jury over two semi-finals to go to the Grand Final.

It all culminates into a winner being announced (through a 50% jury, 25% online, and 25% SMS split vote) during the Grand Final on Saturday 20 December (Sunday morning for Australia).

Eleven Aussievision team members have heard all 28 songs and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

This is our top 10! What are your favourites?

#fik64 #fik #albania

National Finals season is alive and kicking with our second Aussievision Team Rankings for Eurovision 2026.

Albania will select their entry to head over to Vienna through their show, Festivali i Këngës (FiK), which has been an annual staple in Albanian households for over 60 years.

The show has been used to determined Albania’s representative to Eurovision since their debut in 2004.

FiK64 will be held in the Palace of Congresses in the Albanian capital, Tirana. The show spans over four nights, where artists will be selected by a jury over two semi-finals to go to the Grand Final.

It all culminates into a winner being announced (through a 50% jury, 25% online, and 25% SMS split vote) during the Grand Final on Saturday 20 December (Sunday morning for Australia).

Eleven Aussievision team members have heard all 28 songs and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

This is our top 10! What are your favourites?

#fik64 #fik #albania

Eurovision’s host broadcaster ORF says it will not interfere with crowd noise during Israel’s performance at next year’s contest in Vienna.

Speaking at an ORF news conference reported by Reuters, executive producer Michael Krön said the broadcast would reflect what happens inside the arena.

“We will not sugarcoat anything or avoid showing what is happening, because our task is to show things as they are,” he said.

RF’s director of programming Stefanie Groiss-Horowitz added:

“We won’t play artificial applause over it at any point.”.

Reuters has reported that ORF also said it would not ban Palestinian flags from the audience, provided they comply with Austrian law and security requirements.

“We will allow all official flags that exist in the world, if they comply with the law and are in a certain form, such as size and security risks,” Krön said.

The comments follow controversy at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, where crowd noise, including any booing was muted.

Eurovision 2026 will be hosted by Vienna from May 12 to 16.

Following boycotts, just 35 nations will take part, the smallest number since 2003.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Eurovision’s host broadcaster ORF says it will not interfere with crowd noise during Israel’s performance at next year’s contest in Vienna.

Speaking at an ORF news conference reported by Reuters, executive producer Michael Krön said the broadcast would reflect what happens inside the arena.

“We will not sugarcoat anything or avoid showing what is happening, because our task is to show things as they are,” he said.

RF’s director of programming Stefanie Groiss-Horowitz added:

“We won’t play artificial applause over it at any point.”.

Reuters has reported that ORF also said it would not ban Palestinian flags from the audience, provided they comply with Austrian law and security requirements.

“We will allow all official flags that exist in the world, if they comply with the law and are in a certain form, such as size and security risks,” Krön said.

The comments follow controversy at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, where crowd noise, including any booing was muted.

Eurovision 2026 will be hosted by Vienna from May 12 to 16.

Following boycotts, just 35 nations will take part, the smallest number since 2003.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #esc2026

Eurovision organisers have provided the first look at the 2026 stage!

Eurovision organisers have provided the first look at the 2026 stage!

The 2025 Junior Eurovision Song Contest took place overnight in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Eighteen countries sent their best young talent to compete for the Junior Eurovision trophy, and after a top-quality show, one act came out victorious.

The winner of Junior Eurovision 2025 is Lou Deleuze and France with the song Ce Monde.

It is the fourth time the nation has won in the last six years.

The full results (jury and online voting combined) are as follows:

1 France: Lou Deleuze - Ce Monde - 248 points

2 Ukraine: Sofia Nersesian - Motanka - 177 points

3 Georgia: Anita Abgariani - Shine Like a Star - 176 points

4 Armenia: Albert - Brave Heart - 175 points

5 Spain: Gonzalo Pinillos - Érase Una Vez (Once Upon a Time) - 152 points

6 Albania: Kroni Pula - Fruta Perime - 145 points

7 North Macedonia: Nela Mancheska - Miracle - 141 points

8 Poland: Marianna Kłos - Brightest Light - 139 points

9 San Marino: Martina CRV - Beyond the Stars - 125 points

10 Netherlands: Meadow - Freeze - 93 points

11 Malta: Eliza Borg - I Believe - 92 points

12 Italy: Leonardo Giovannangeli - Rockstar - 73 points

13 Portugal: Inês Gonçalves - Para Onde Vai o Amor? - 73 points

14 Croatia: Marino Vrgoč - Snovi - 70 points

15 Azerbaijan: Yağmur - Miau Miau - 66 points

16 Cyprus: Rafaella & Christos - AWAY - 50 points

17 Montenegro: Asja Džogović - I Tužna i Srećna Priča - 49 points

18 Ireland: Lottie O’Driscoll Murray - Rúin - 44 points

As with the main Eurovision Song Contest (at least until next year), points at Junior Eurovision were allocated in a 50/50 split between jury and public vote.

#jesc #jesc2025 #junioreurovision #junioreurovision2025

The 2025 Junior Eurovision Song Contest took place overnight in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Eighteen countries sent their best young talent to compete for the Junior Eurovision trophy, and after a top-quality show, one act came out victorious.

The winner of Junior Eurovision 2025 is Lou Deleuze and France with the song Ce Monde.

It is the fourth time the nation has won in the last six years.

The full results (jury and online voting combined) are as follows:

1 France: Lou Deleuze - Ce Monde - 248 points

2 Ukraine: Sofia Nersesian - Motanka - 177 points

3 Georgia: Anita Abgariani - Shine Like a Star - 176 points

4 Armenia: Albert - Brave Heart - 175 points

5 Spain: Gonzalo Pinillos - Érase Una Vez (Once Upon a Time) - 152 points

6 Albania: Kroni Pula - Fruta Perime - 145 points

7 North Macedonia: Nela Mancheska - Miracle - 141 points

8 Poland: Marianna Kłos - Brightest Light - 139 points

9 San Marino: Martina CRV - Beyond the Stars - 125 points

10 Netherlands: Meadow - Freeze - 93 points

11 Malta: Eliza Borg - I Believe - 92 points

12 Italy: Leonardo Giovannangeli - Rockstar - 73 points

13 Portugal: Inês Gonçalves - Para Onde Vai o Amor? - 73 points

14 Croatia: Marino Vrgoč - Snovi - 70 points

15 Azerbaijan: Yağmur - Miau Miau - 66 points

16 Cyprus: Rafaella & Christos - AWAY - 50 points

17 Montenegro: Asja Džogović - I Tužna i Srećna Priča - 49 points

18 Ireland: Lottie O’Driscoll Murray - Rúin - 44 points

As with the main Eurovision Song Contest (at least until next year), points at Junior Eurovision were allocated in a 50/50 split between jury and public vote.

#jesc #jesc2025 #junioreurovision #junioreurovision2025

Overnight, Moldovan National Broadcaster TVM has revealed the names of the 37 songs and artists competing in the 2026 edition of Moldova's Eurovision national selection.

Here is the full list of 37 songs competing in the Moldovan Eurovision 2026 national selection live auditions:

Adelina - Putere în durere
Adelisha - Alegria
Adrian Sîrbu - Ne-am stins
Alexei Legasi - Rebel
Annet Smirnova - Sunt femeia
Artiom Topal - Money
August Black - You make me crazy
Bacho - Tata
Catalina Solomac - Pink Margarita
Chris Cross - Close my eyes
Chris Cross ft Radco - Taci
Cristy Rouge - Bliss
Curly - Respir liber
Dana Marchitan - Cry
DAYANA - Doina
DAYANA - Cry a river
Emforia - Tipare
Evghenii Avramov & ALenin Ivan - Foc la ghete
Ilinca Siviroveanu - Running through the rain
Iulia Teleuca - Luna Mea
Katy Rain - Dance & Cry
L-ERA - Friends
Lisa Volk - Dragostea Mea
Maxim Zavidia - Alo
MOLDIE - Moldova mea
Moniq Monua - Like I do
Nadejda Rotaru - Winter story
Nikko - Falling in love
Oliv Sky - Bad dream
Pavel Orlov - Can't say goodbye
Rodica Jabinschi - Dependentă
Sasha Bognibov - On the right path
Sasha Flowers - Can do more
Sasha Flowers - We fight till the end
Satoshi - Viva, Moldova
Valleria - Valerian Steel rai di ri di dam
Zeleno - No pain no gain

The live auditions are scheduled to take place on 16 December 2025. For the first time since 2015, the live auditions will not be broadcast. The top 5-10 entries from the live auditions will qualify for the final of the Moldovan national selection.

The final of Moldova's national selection will take place on 17 January (18 January Australian time), live from Arena Chișinău, where the winner will represent Moldova at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, Austria.

The jury for the national selection will consist of 20 members; 5 international members and 15 Moldovan members. The winner will be decided by the international jury members (33%), the Moldovan jury members (33%) and public voting (33%).

TRM also intends to offer the winner of the selection a prize to support their preparations for Eurovision and the support of the producers through their journey to the competition.

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Overnight, Moldovan National Broadcaster TVM has revealed the names of the 37 songs and artists competing in the 2026 edition of Moldova's Eurovision national selection.

Here is the full list of 37 songs competing in the Moldovan Eurovision 2026 national selection live auditions:

Adelina - Putere în durere
Adelisha - Alegria
Adrian Sîrbu - Ne-am stins
Alexei Legasi - Rebel
Annet Smirnova - Sunt femeia
Artiom Topal - Money
August Black - You make me crazy
Bacho - Tata
Catalina Solomac - Pink Margarita
Chris Cross - Close my eyes
Chris Cross ft Radco - Taci
Cristy Rouge - Bliss
Curly - Respir liber
Dana Marchitan - Cry
DAYANA - Doina
DAYANA - Cry a river
Emforia - Tipare
Evghenii Avramov & ALenin Ivan - Foc la ghete
Ilinca Siviroveanu - Running through the rain
Iulia Teleuca - Luna Mea
Katy Rain - Dance & Cry
L-ERA - Friends
Lisa Volk - Dragostea Mea
Maxim Zavidia - Alo
MOLDIE - Moldova mea
Moniq Monua - Like I do
Nadejda Rotaru - Winter story
Nikko - Falling in love
Oliv Sky - Bad dream
Pavel Orlov - Can't say goodbye
Rodica Jabinschi - Dependentă
Sasha Bognibov - On the right path
Sasha Flowers - Can do more
Sasha Flowers - We fight till the end
Satoshi - Viva, Moldova
Valleria - Valerian Steel rai di ri di dam
Zeleno - No pain no gain

The live auditions are scheduled to take place on 16 December 2025. For the first time since 2015, the live auditions will not be broadcast. The top 5-10 entries from the live auditions will qualify for the final of the Moldovan national selection.

The final of Moldova's national selection will take place on 17 January (18 January Australian time), live from Arena Chișinău, where the winner will represent Moldova at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, Austria.

The jury for the national selection will consist of 20 members; 5 international members and 15 Moldovan members. The winner will be decided by the international jury members (33%), the Moldovan jury members (33%) and public voting (33%).

TRM also intends to offer the winner of the selection a prize to support their preparations for Eurovision and the support of the producers through their journey to the competition.

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo has announced they will send their trophy back to the EBU headquarters in Geneva following the decision to let Israel compete in next year's contest.

In a statement posted to Instagram on Thursday night, they said while they are grateful for Eurovision's community and the opportunities it has brought, values of unity, inclusion and dignity have not been upheld with choices and ideals of the EBU.

The full statement reads as follows:

"Last year I won Eurovision and with it I was awarded the trophy. And even thought I'm immensely grateful for the community around this contest and everything this experience has taught me both as a person and artist, today I no longer feel this trophy belongs on my shelf.

"Eurovision says it stands for unity, inclusion, and dignity for all. Those values made this contest meaningful to me. But Israel's continued participation, during what the UN's Independent International Commission of Inquiry has concluded to be a genocide, shows a clear conflict between those ideals and the decisions made by the EBU.

"This is not about individuals or artists. The contest was repeatedly used to soften the image of a state accused of severe wrongdoing, all while the EBU insisted Eurovision is "non-political". And when entire countries withdraw over this contradiction, it should be clear that something is clearly wrong.

"That's why I've decided that I'm sending my trophy back to the EBU headquarters in Geneva. With gratitude and a clear message.

"Live what you claim.

"If the values we celebrate onstafe aren't lived in offstage, then even the most beautiful songs lose their meaning. I'm waiting for the moment those words and actions align. Until then, this trophy is yours.

"Nemo."

The statement comes less than 24 hours after Iceland officially became the fifth nation to join the boycott of next year's Eurovision in Vienna.

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo has announced they will send their trophy back to the EBU headquarters in Geneva following the decision to let Israel compete in next year's contest.

In a statement posted to Instagram on Thursday night, they said while they are grateful for Eurovision's community and the opportunities it has brought, values of unity, inclusion and dignity have not been upheld with choices and ideals of the EBU.

The full statement reads as follows:

"Last year I won Eurovision and with it I was awarded the trophy. And even thought I'm immensely grateful for the community around this contest and everything this experience has taught me both as a person and artist, today I no longer feel this trophy belongs on my shelf.

"Eurovision says it stands for unity, inclusion, and dignity for all. Those values made this contest meaningful to me. But Israel's continued participation, during what the UN's Independent International Commission of Inquiry has concluded to be a genocide, shows a clear conflict between those ideals and the decisions made by the EBU.

"This is not about individuals or artists. The contest was repeatedly used to soften the image of a state accused of severe wrongdoing, all while the EBU insisted Eurovision is "non-political". And when entire countries withdraw over this contradiction, it should be clear that something is clearly wrong.

"That's why I've decided that I'm sending my trophy back to the EBU headquarters in Geneva. With gratitude and a clear message.

"Live what you claim.

"If the values we celebrate onstafe aren't lived in offstage, then even the most beautiful songs lose their meaning. I'm waiting for the moment those words and actions align. Until then, this trophy is yours.

"Nemo."

The statement comes less than 24 hours after Iceland officially became the fifth nation to join the boycott of next year's Eurovision in Vienna.

#eurovision #eurovision2026

The eight songs competing in the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 have been released. You can check them out on the RTL website.

#luxembourg #eurovision #eurovision2026

The eight songs competing in the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 have been released. You can check them out on the RTL website.

#luxembourg #eurovision #eurovision2026

Australian radio station @triple_j has opened the voting for its annual Hottest 100 countdown of the hottest songs of the year.

The Hottest 100 2025 will air on Triple J on Saturday 24 January 2026.

Eurovision and Australia Decides artists have made it to the long list, which you can include in your own top 10 song votes!

@jessicamauboy's Like A Version cover of World Turning, made the list, originally made famous by Yothu Yindi in 1993, features Malyangapa and Barkindji rapper Barkaa.

Eurovision fans may know Sydney-born singer @evieirie from her duet with Australian Eurovision artist Isaiah Firebrace in their Australia Decides 2022 entry When I'm With You.

Evie Irie has three original singles on this year's Hottest 100 long list, including Alter Ego, I'm Not Sorry, and Mercedes Medicated.

Her Like A Version cover of the Grammy-nominated Lana Del Rey song Norman Fucking Rockwell also features on the Triple J Hottest 100 2025 long list.

What you need to know:

Of course, just because a song isn’t on the list doesn’t mean you can’t vote for it. You can manually add any song to your shortlist, so long as it was released after December 1 2024 and before November 30 2025. That includes songs from any Australian Eurovision or Australia Decides artist!

Voting closes: Thursday 15 January, 5pm AEDT

Hottest 100 countdown day: Saturday 24 January from 10am AEDT

To vote: https://hottest100.abc.net.au/

Australian radio station @triple_j has opened the voting for its annual Hottest 100 countdown of the hottest songs of the year.

The Hottest 100 2025 will air on Triple J on Saturday 24 January 2026.

Eurovision and Australia Decides artists have made it to the long list, which you can include in your own top 10 song votes!

@jessicamauboy's Like A Version cover of World Turning, made the list, originally made famous by Yothu Yindi in 1993, features Malyangapa and Barkindji rapper Barkaa.

Eurovision fans may know Sydney-born singer @evieirie from her duet with Australian Eurovision artist Isaiah Firebrace in their Australia Decides 2022 entry When I'm With You.

Evie Irie has three original singles on this year's Hottest 100 long list, including Alter Ego, I'm Not Sorry, and Mercedes Medicated.

Her Like A Version cover of the Grammy-nominated Lana Del Rey song Norman Fucking Rockwell also features on the Triple J Hottest 100 2025 long list.

What you need to know:

Of course, just because a song isn’t on the list doesn’t mean you can’t vote for it. You can manually add any song to your shortlist, so long as it was released after December 1 2024 and before November 30 2025. That includes songs from any Australian Eurovision or Australia Decides artist!

Voting closes: Thursday 15 January, 5pm AEDT

Hottest 100 countdown day: Saturday 24 January from 10am AEDT

To vote: https://hottest100.abc.net.au/

Overnight, Australian time, 17 musicians participating in Festival da Canção 2026 issued a joint statement that they will not participate in Eurovision 2026 if they win the contest.

Part of their joint public statement read:
“We do not condone the violation of human rights. And we resist with culture, with Portuguese culture.”

The artists include:

Beatriz Bronze (Evaya)
Cristina Branco
Djodje
Francisco Fontes
Gonçalo Gomes
Inês Sousa
Ivo Costa (Bateu Matou)
Joaquim Albergaria (Bateu Matou)
Jorge Gonçalves (Jacaréu)
Mafalda Matos (Marquise)
Matias Ferreira (Marquise) Miguel Azevedo (Marquise)
Miguel Pereira (Marquise)
Nunca Mates o Mandarim
Pedro Fernandes
Rita Dias
Rui Pité (Bateu Matou)

This comes at a time after Eurovision 2017 winner Salvador Sorbal slammed Portugal’s broadcaster RTP over its decision to compete in Eurovision 2026.

RTP employees also expressed their disapproval and urged RTP to reconsider its position.

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Overnight, Australian time, 17 musicians participating in Festival da Canção 2026 issued a joint statement that they will not participate in Eurovision 2026 if they win the contest.

Part of their joint public statement read:
“We do not condone the violation of human rights. And we resist with culture, with Portuguese culture.”

The artists include:

Beatriz Bronze (Evaya)
Cristina Branco
Djodje
Francisco Fontes
Gonçalo Gomes
Inês Sousa
Ivo Costa (Bateu Matou)
Joaquim Albergaria (Bateu Matou)
Jorge Gonçalves (Jacaréu)
Mafalda Matos (Marquise)
Matias Ferreira (Marquise) Miguel Azevedo (Marquise)
Miguel Pereira (Marquise)
Nunca Mates o Mandarim
Pedro Fernandes
Rita Dias
Rui Pité (Bateu Matou)

This comes at a time after Eurovision 2017 winner Salvador Sorbal slammed Portugal’s broadcaster RTP over its decision to compete in Eurovision 2026.

RTP employees also expressed their disapproval and urged RTP to reconsider its position.

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Overnight, Australian time, Iceland announced their withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 after RÚV board decision.

A press release from the Icelandic broadcaster RÚV said:

"The Icelandic National Broadcasting Service has decided not to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria next year.

The participation of the Israeli public broadcaster, KAN, in the contest has recently caused disagreement, both among the member stations of the Association of European Broadcasters, EBU, and the general public. KAN's participation was discussed in detail at EBU meetings earlier this year, first in London this summer and in Geneva last week. At the meeting in Geneva, a large majority of the EBU's member stations agreed that various changes made to the rules and conduct of the competition were satisfactory and therefore there was no vote on KAN's participation in the competition.

At the meeting in Geneva, the broadcaster explained that although the changes were in line with many of the comments made by representatives of RÚV at various stages of the EBU cooperation in recent years, there were still doubts in RÚV's view as to their effectiveness. It had repeatedly been stated that stakeholders in Iceland, such as artists' associations, and the Icelandic public were opposed to participation in the competition. The board of RÚV had also requested that the EBU remove KAN from the competition on the basis of precedents. The case was complicated and had already damaged the reputation of the competition and the EBU. It was important to find a solution for all concerned.

It is clear, based on the public debate in Iceland and the reaction to the EBU's decision made last week, that there will be neither joy nor peace about RÚV's participation in Eurovision. It is therefore the conclusion of RÚV to notify the EBU today that RÚV will not participate in Eurovision next year.

Söngvakeppnin and Eurovision Song Contest have always had the goal of uniting the Icelandic nation, but now it is clear that that goal will not be achieved and on those agenda grounds this decision is made.

No decision has been made on whether Söngvakeppnin will be held by RÚV next year.

Overnight, Australian time, Iceland announced their withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 after RÚV board decision.

A press release from the Icelandic broadcaster RÚV said:

"The Icelandic National Broadcasting Service has decided not to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria next year.

The participation of the Israeli public broadcaster, KAN, in the contest has recently caused disagreement, both among the member stations of the Association of European Broadcasters, EBU, and the general public. KAN's participation was discussed in detail at EBU meetings earlier this year, first in London this summer and in Geneva last week. At the meeting in Geneva, a large majority of the EBU's member stations agreed that various changes made to the rules and conduct of the competition were satisfactory and therefore there was no vote on KAN's participation in the competition.

At the meeting in Geneva, the broadcaster explained that although the changes were in line with many of the comments made by representatives of RÚV at various stages of the EBU cooperation in recent years, there were still doubts in RÚV's view as to their effectiveness. It had repeatedly been stated that stakeholders in Iceland, such as artists' associations, and the Icelandic public were opposed to participation in the competition. The board of RÚV had also requested that the EBU remove KAN from the competition on the basis of precedents. The case was complicated and had already damaged the reputation of the competition and the EBU. It was important to find a solution for all concerned.

It is clear, based on the public debate in Iceland and the reaction to the EBU's decision made last week, that there will be neither joy nor peace about RÚV's participation in Eurovision. It is therefore the conclusion of RÚV to notify the EBU today that RÚV will not participate in Eurovision next year.

Söngvakeppnin and Eurovision Song Contest have always had the goal of uniting the Icelandic nation, but now it is clear that that goal will not be achieved and on those agenda grounds this decision is made.

No decision has been made on whether Söngvakeppnin will be held by RÚV next year.

It’s time to begin National Finals season with our first Aussievision Team Rankings for Eurovision 2026!

First off the rank is Montenegro with their national selection, Montesong 2025, to choose their entry to compete in Vienna next year.

Montesong 2025 is being held on Sunday 21 December 2025 (Monday morning for Australia) in Montenegro's capital city Podgorica where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

13 Aussievision team members have heard all 15 songs and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

Here are our top 10 songs.

What are your favourites?

#montenegro #eurovision #eurovision2026 #montesong #montesong2025

It’s time to begin National Finals season with our first Aussievision Team Rankings for Eurovision 2026!

First off the rank is Montenegro with their national selection, Montesong 2025, to choose their entry to compete in Vienna next year.

Montesong 2025 is being held on Sunday 21 December 2025 (Monday morning for Australia) in Montenegro's capital city Podgorica where the winner will be decided by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

13 Aussievision team members have heard all 15 songs and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

Here are our top 10 songs.

What are your favourites?

#montenegro #eurovision #eurovision2026 #montesong #montesong2025

The Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is fast approaching!

Taking place in Georgian city Tbilisi, Junior Eurovision 2025 will see 18 young artists fight it out for a place in Eurovision history.

As we look forward to the show on December 13, we asked the Aussievision team to rank their favourite songs from this year's Contest.

10 team members took up the challenge.

Do we think Georgia can win for the fifth time? Will returning countries Azerbaijan, Croatia and Montenegro impress? Or will one of the dark horses come out on top of our list?

There's only one way to find out - here are our top 10 favourites!

Who is your favourite?

#junioreurovision #jesc #sbseurovision

The Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is fast approaching!

Taking place in Georgian city Tbilisi, Junior Eurovision 2025 will see 18 young artists fight it out for a place in Eurovision history.

As we look forward to the show on December 13, we asked the Aussievision team to rank their favourite songs from this year's Contest.

10 team members took up the challenge.

Do we think Georgia can win for the fifth time? Will returning countries Azerbaijan, Croatia and Montenegro impress? Or will one of the dark horses come out on top of our list?

There's only one way to find out - here are our top 10 favourites!

Who is your favourite?

#junioreurovision #jesc #sbseurovision

A protest that concluded outside SBS offices in Melbourne has called on the Australian broadcaster to boycott Eurovision 2026.

The rally came after an EBU vote last week allowed Israel to participate in next year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna.

This saw four countries boycott so far: Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Spain. Iceland is set to make a decision on participating this week.

The estimated 600 protestors included Eurovision 2020 and 2021 artist Montaigne.

It was organised by Boycott Eurovision, which is endorsed by BDS Australia and Free Palestine Melbourne.

A petition of the group has collected 6,000 signatures.

Ahead of the march, organiser Stefano Perfili of Free Palestine Melbourne said:

"It's SBS - not the queer community, not artists, not everyday Australians - who are out of touch."

During the march, another organiser Mai Saif spoke to SBS News stating:

"SBS, our public broadcaster, has a responsibility not to platform a country that is committing war crimes, that is committing genocide."

In response to the protest, SBS published a statement saying:

"We respect the right for people to express their views peacefully and respectfully. SBS’s participation in and coverage of Eurovision will continue in 2026. Eurovision was created to bring people and cultures together through music, a purpose that continues to guide the contest and has shaped SBS’s broadcast for more than 40 years.

"Our position remains that, as a public broadcaster, making a decision to be involved based on the inclusion or exclusion of any country would undermine SBS’s editorial independence and impartiality. SBS recognises and respects the deeply held views and concerns about the war in the Middle East and its impact, both locally among our audiences and internationally as reflected by other broadcasters.

Our responsibility is to provide comprehensive, trusted and impartial coverage for Australians across our network, and we will continue to do so.”

#sbseurovision #eurovision #eurovision2026

A protest that concluded outside SBS offices in Melbourne has called on the Australian broadcaster to boycott Eurovision 2026.

The rally came after an EBU vote last week allowed Israel to participate in next year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna.

This saw four countries boycott so far: Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Spain. Iceland is set to make a decision on participating this week.

The estimated 600 protestors included Eurovision 2020 and 2021 artist Montaigne.

It was organised by Boycott Eurovision, which is endorsed by BDS Australia and Free Palestine Melbourne.

A petition of the group has collected 6,000 signatures.

Ahead of the march, organiser Stefano Perfili of Free Palestine Melbourne said:

"It's SBS - not the queer community, not artists, not everyday Australians - who are out of touch."

During the march, another organiser Mai Saif spoke to SBS News stating:

"SBS, our public broadcaster, has a responsibility not to platform a country that is committing war crimes, that is committing genocide."

In response to the protest, SBS published a statement saying:

"We respect the right for people to express their views peacefully and respectfully. SBS’s participation in and coverage of Eurovision will continue in 2026. Eurovision was created to bring people and cultures together through music, a purpose that continues to guide the contest and has shaped SBS’s broadcast for more than 40 years.

"Our position remains that, as a public broadcaster, making a decision to be involved based on the inclusion or exclusion of any country would undermine SBS’s editorial independence and impartiality. SBS recognises and respects the deeply held views and concerns about the war in the Middle East and its impact, both locally among our audiences and internationally as reflected by other broadcasters.

Our responsibility is to provide comprehensive, trusted and impartial coverage for Australians across our network, and we will continue to do so.”

#sbseurovision #eurovision #eurovision2026

Eurovision Week Ahead
8-14 December 2025

#eurovision #eurovision2026

Eurovision Week Ahead
8-14 December 2025

#eurovision #eurovision2026

A big week in Eurovision land #eurovision #esc2026 #eurovision2026

A big week in Eurovision land #eurovision #esc2026 #eurovision2026

December 6 is Independence Day in Finland, which also serves as the Nordic nation's national day.

The date commemorates when Finland declared independence from Russia in 1917 when the Bolsheviks took over the latter.

To commemorate the day we have ranked all their Eurovision entries based on Spotify streams. Streams with an * indicate number include streams from songs removed from Spotify.

#eurovision #finland #esc

December 6 is Independence Day in Finland, which also serves as the Nordic nation's national day.

The date commemorates when Finland declared independence from Russia in 1917 when the Bolsheviks took over the latter.

To commemorate the day we have ranked all their Eurovision entries based on Spotify streams. Streams with an * indicate number include streams from songs removed from Spotify.

#eurovision #finland #esc

Every New Year's Eve, Eurovision fans across the globe tune in to hear the top 250 Eurovision songs as voted by fans.

The poll has been running for nearly two decades, with the voting component organised by Belgian Eurovision site, songfestival.be.

We went to 13 members of the Aussievision team to find out how they voted in this year's countdown. We've collated the results and compiled an Aussievision ESC250 Top 10.

Here are our top 10 favourite Eurovision songs.

You can submit your favourite Eurovision songs by Sunday, December 7th, at noon CET. Visit @songfestival_be for more details.

#eurovision #sbseurovision

Every New Year's Eve, Eurovision fans across the globe tune in to hear the top 250 Eurovision songs as voted by fans.

The poll has been running for nearly two decades, with the voting component organised by Belgian Eurovision site, songfestival.be.

We went to 13 members of the Aussievision team to find out how they voted in this year's countdown. We've collated the results and compiled an Aussievision ESC250 Top 10.

Here are our top 10 favourite Eurovision songs.

You can submit your favourite Eurovision songs by Sunday, December 7th, at noon CET. Visit @songfestival_be for more details.

#eurovision #sbseurovision

SBS and Beyond Productions coverage of Eurovision 2025 Grand Final nominated for Best Entertainment Program in 2026 AACTA Awards!

The @aacta Awards are Australia's premier awards for excellence in film, television, and online content, similar to the Oscars or BAFTAs for Australia, celebrating achievements in storytelling, crafts, and performance.

The Best Entertainment Program category includes following nominees:
⭐ Dancing with the Stars
⭐ Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Grand Final: Access All Areas
⭐ I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Australia
⭐ LEGO® Masters Australia: Grand Masters of the Galaxy
⭐ Portrait Artist of the Year
⭐ That Blackfella Show

SBS coverage of Eurovision and Australia Decides have been nominated in the past.

#sbseurovision #eurovision

SBS and Beyond Productions coverage of Eurovision 2025 Grand Final nominated for Best Entertainment Program in 2026 AACTA Awards!

The @aacta Awards are Australia's premier awards for excellence in film, television, and online content, similar to the Oscars or BAFTAs for Australia, celebrating achievements in storytelling, crafts, and performance.

The Best Entertainment Program category includes following nominees:
⭐ Dancing with the Stars
⭐ Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Grand Final: Access All Areas
⭐ I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Australia
⭐ LEGO® Masters Australia: Grand Masters of the Galaxy
⭐ Portrait Artist of the Year
⭐ That Blackfella Show

SBS coverage of Eurovision and Australia Decides have been nominated in the past.

#sbseurovision #eurovision

Eurovision 2017 winner Salvador Sobral slams Portugal’s broadcaster RTP over its decision to compete in Eurovision 2026!

In a video he said:

“This political cowardice we have is consistent with the institutional cowardice of public institutions. It makes me sad, because it’s not just a political issue; it’s a human issue, and the decision is obvious. What I can do is make an appeal. I’m not against Festival da Canção - on the contrary. I think it should happen, because it’s a good showcase for Portuguese artists, singers, and songwriters. It’s extremely important: there are few showcases, and the radio stations only play American music.”

“So, for me, it’s simple: whoever wins Festival da Canção does not go to Eurovision. It’s an easy decision. The Festival can be held with another kind of reward. And if that’s not decided by the public broadcaster, then it’s up to the participating artists to have that clarity.”

Salvador’s comments come at a time when RTP employees have also expressed their disapproval, saying they find it "incomprehensible" that the broadcaster has confirmed Portugal's participation and voted in favor of the rules keeping Israel in Eurovision 2026, "ignoring the appeals of Portuguese artists and civil society".

They urge RTP to reconsider its position.

Previously considering withdrawing, Portugal announced after the EBU General Assembly that they will remain in Eurovision 2026

Sources & credit: Salvador Sobral / Publico / Wiwibloggs / ESC discord

#portugal #eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

Eurovision 2017 winner Salvador Sobral slams Portugal’s broadcaster RTP over its decision to compete in Eurovision 2026!

In a video he said:

“This political cowardice we have is consistent with the institutional cowardice of public institutions. It makes me sad, because it’s not just a political issue; it’s a human issue, and the decision is obvious. What I can do is make an appeal. I’m not against Festival da Canção - on the contrary. I think it should happen, because it’s a good showcase for Portuguese artists, singers, and songwriters. It’s extremely important: there are few showcases, and the radio stations only play American music.”

“So, for me, it’s simple: whoever wins Festival da Canção does not go to Eurovision. It’s an easy decision. The Festival can be held with another kind of reward. And if that’s not decided by the public broadcaster, then it’s up to the participating artists to have that clarity.”

Salvador’s comments come at a time when RTP employees have also expressed their disapproval, saying they find it "incomprehensible" that the broadcaster has confirmed Portugal's participation and voted in favor of the rules keeping Israel in Eurovision 2026, "ignoring the appeals of Portuguese artists and civil society".

They urge RTP to reconsider its position.

Previously considering withdrawing, Portugal announced after the EBU General Assembly that they will remain in Eurovision 2026

Sources & credit: Salvador Sobral / Publico / Wiwibloggs / ESC discord

#portugal #eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

Next week, Icelandic broadcaster RÚV will decide whether they are joining the boycott against Israel in Eurovision.

Ahead of their decision, one of their most famous exports, the singer Björk has weighed in.

She took to X to share an article where Icelandic singer Páll Óskar Hjálmtýsson (aka Paul Oscar, who competed at Eurovision 1997) called on RÚV to withdraw.

In the article he stated:

"The fact that Israel is allowed to be included now after everything that has happened before simply means that the EBU is a scumbag, and even if the EBU is a scumbag who can't set limits, who can't set limits for war criminals, we don't have to be scumbags."

In response, Björk posted:

"We stand by every single word of Páll Óskar's and wish the RÚV board courage in decision-making on Wednesday. Think with the heart, thanks Páll Óskar x"

In 2019, Paul called for a boycott of Eurovision being held in Israel.

However, his comments received condemnation and accusations of anti-Semitism. He said at the time:

“The reason why the rest of Europe has been virtually silent is that Jews have woven themselves into the fabric of Europe in a very sly way for a very long time. It is not at all hip and cool to be pro-Palestine in Britain.”

“The tragedy is that Jews learned nothing from the Holocaust. Instead, they have taken up the exact same policy of their worst enemy.”

He apologised for his comments, stating:

“I made judgements and generalisations about Jewish people. … I take full responsibility for these words, take back my remarks about Jewish people, they are wrong and hurtful. I will take responsibility in actions, from this point forward, and will never again speak ill of the Jewish people, wherever in the world they may live.”

In September, Björk joined the No Music For Genocide movement, which means her music unavailable on streaming services in Israel.

Icelandic broadcaster RÚV has stated that its board will discuss on Wednesday whether Iceland will take part in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #iceland

Next week, Icelandic broadcaster RÚV will decide whether they are joining the boycott against Israel in Eurovision.

Ahead of their decision, one of their most famous exports, the singer Björk has weighed in.

She took to X to share an article where Icelandic singer Páll Óskar Hjálmtýsson (aka Paul Oscar, who competed at Eurovision 1997) called on RÚV to withdraw.

In the article he stated:

"The fact that Israel is allowed to be included now after everything that has happened before simply means that the EBU is a scumbag, and even if the EBU is a scumbag who can't set limits, who can't set limits for war criminals, we don't have to be scumbags."

In response, Björk posted:

"We stand by every single word of Páll Óskar's and wish the RÚV board courage in decision-making on Wednesday. Think with the heart, thanks Páll Óskar x"

In 2019, Paul called for a boycott of Eurovision being held in Israel.

However, his comments received condemnation and accusations of anti-Semitism. He said at the time:

“The reason why the rest of Europe has been virtually silent is that Jews have woven themselves into the fabric of Europe in a very sly way for a very long time. It is not at all hip and cool to be pro-Palestine in Britain.”

“The tragedy is that Jews learned nothing from the Holocaust. Instead, they have taken up the exact same policy of their worst enemy.”

He apologised for his comments, stating:

“I made judgements and generalisations about Jewish people. … I take full responsibility for these words, take back my remarks about Jewish people, they are wrong and hurtful. I will take responsibility in actions, from this point forward, and will never again speak ill of the Jewish people, wherever in the world they may live.”

In September, Björk joined the No Music For Genocide movement, which means her music unavailable on streaming services in Israel.

Icelandic broadcaster RÚV has stated that its board will discuss on Wednesday whether Iceland will take part in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #iceland

Belgium confirms its participation at Eurovision 2026!

Overnight, Australian time, the Director-General of Belgian broadcaster RTBF Jean-Paul Phillipot confirmed the broadcaster will participate in Vienna.

Jean-Paul Philippot insists that "our participation is therefore accompanied by a clear stance to denounce the obstacles to the freedom of information, to demand the protection of all citizens and journalists, and to guarantee their safe presence on the ground. Because culture is never entertainment detached from reality. Because the public service has a duty to remain faithful to humanity, editorial independence, and freedom. "

"the Eurovision Song Contest is one of those unique spaces where diversity, inclusion, and artistic freedom converge. Participating in Eurovision in 2026 cannot be done without looking at the world as it is, and without remembering that the duty to inform must be carried out with complete independence; that of giving citizens the tools to understand the issues facing the world is an essential democratic foundation. "

Iceland now remains the next country to possibly boycott, joining Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Spain.

The Icelandic broadcaster RUV, which had previously reserved the right not to participate, said it would consider its position at a board meeting on Wednesday.

Following yesterday’s vote, broadcasters have been asked by the EBU to confirm their participation in Eurovision 2026. The full list of participanting countries will be announced before Christmas.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

Belgium confirms its participation at Eurovision 2026!

Overnight, Australian time, the Director-General of Belgian broadcaster RTBF Jean-Paul Phillipot confirmed the broadcaster will participate in Vienna.

Jean-Paul Philippot insists that "our participation is therefore accompanied by a clear stance to denounce the obstacles to the freedom of information, to demand the protection of all citizens and journalists, and to guarantee their safe presence on the ground. Because culture is never entertainment detached from reality. Because the public service has a duty to remain faithful to humanity, editorial independence, and freedom. "

"the Eurovision Song Contest is one of those unique spaces where diversity, inclusion, and artistic freedom converge. Participating in Eurovision in 2026 cannot be done without looking at the world as it is, and without remembering that the duty to inform must be carried out with complete independence; that of giving citizens the tools to understand the issues facing the world is an essential democratic foundation. "

Iceland now remains the next country to possibly boycott, joining Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Spain.

The Icelandic broadcaster RUV, which had previously reserved the right not to participate, said it would consider its position at a board meeting on Wednesday.

Following yesterday’s vote, broadcasters have been asked by the EBU to confirm their participation in Eurovision 2026. The full list of participanting countries will be announced before Christmas.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

ABC News: Aussievision on the Eurovision 2026 Boycotts and Israel Confirmed for Vienna.

@ozdale from Aussievision appeared on ABC News to discuss the fallout of the nations boycotting Eurovision over Israel's inclusion.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

ABC News: Aussievision on the Eurovision 2026 Boycotts and Israel Confirmed for Vienna.

@ozdale from Aussievision appeared on ABC News to discuss the fallout of the nations boycotting Eurovision over Israel's inclusion.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

Australia's broadcaster SBS has released a statement on its position following boycotts of Eurovision 2026 after the EBU approved Israel to compete.

Today, Spain, Slovenia, Ireland, and the Netherlands have announced that they have withdrawn from the Contest set to take place in Vienna next year due to Israel competing.

Iceland and Belgium are also discussing their position on participation in Eurovision next year.

Regarding these, developments SBS issued the ABC the following statement:

“SBS’s coverage of Eurovision will continue in 2026. Eurovision was created to bring people and cultures together through music, a purpose that continues to guide the contest and has shaped SBS’s broadcast for more than 40 years," a spokesperson said.

"Our position remains that, as a public broadcaster, making a decision to be involved based on the inclusion or exclusion of any country would undermine SBS’s editorial independence and impartiality. SBS recognises and respects the deeply held views and concerns about the war in the Middle East and its impact, both locally among our audiences and internationally, as reflected by other broadcasters.

"Our responsibility is to provide comprehensive, trusted and impartial coverage for Australians across our network, and we will continue to do so.”

#australia #sbseurovision #eurovision #eurovision2026

Australia's broadcaster SBS has released a statement on its position following boycotts of Eurovision 2026 after the EBU approved Israel to compete.

Today, Spain, Slovenia, Ireland, and the Netherlands have announced that they have withdrawn from the Contest set to take place in Vienna next year due to Israel competing.

Iceland and Belgium are also discussing their position on participation in Eurovision next year.

Regarding these, developments SBS issued the ABC the following statement:

“SBS’s coverage of Eurovision will continue in 2026. Eurovision was created to bring people and cultures together through music, a purpose that continues to guide the contest and has shaped SBS’s broadcast for more than 40 years," a spokesperson said.

"Our position remains that, as a public broadcaster, making a decision to be involved based on the inclusion or exclusion of any country would undermine SBS’s editorial independence and impartiality. SBS recognises and respects the deeply held views and concerns about the war in the Middle East and its impact, both locally among our audiences and internationally, as reflected by other broadcasters.

"Our responsibility is to provide comprehensive, trusted and impartial coverage for Australians across our network, and we will continue to do so.”

#australia #sbseurovision #eurovision #eurovision2026

Eurovision Song Contest Director Martin Green spoke to SVT on today’s EBU General Assembly vote
Video credit: SVT

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

Eurovision Song Contest Director Martin Green spoke to SVT on today’s EBU General Assembly vote
Video credit: SVT

#eurovision #esc #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

EBU Members have voted to approve new Eurovision rule changes and have opted for no vote on Israel's participation.

This means Israel is free to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

The vote was held at the EBU General Assembly overnight, with 736 (66%) voting in favour of changes and not requiring a vote on Israel, 264 (24%) against and and 120 abstaining (11%).

Australia did not vote as SBS is not a full EBU Member and was not part of the General Assembly.

Following the news, many EBU Members announced their withdrawal from Eurovision.

The Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia have made announcements they will not participate in Eurovision 2026.

Read statements from each country in post.

Iceland and Belgium will make a decision in the coming days.

Portugal have announced they will remain in the Contest.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

EBU Members have voted to approve new Eurovision rule changes and have opted for no vote on Israel's participation.

This means Israel is free to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

The vote was held at the EBU General Assembly overnight, with 736 (66%) voting in favour of changes and not requiring a vote on Israel, 264 (24%) against and and 120 abstaining (11%).

Australia did not vote as SBS is not a full EBU Member and was not part of the General Assembly.

Following the news, many EBU Members announced their withdrawal from Eurovision.

The Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia have made announcements they will not participate in Eurovision 2026.

Read statements from each country in post.

Iceland and Belgium will make a decision in the coming days.

Portugal have announced they will remain in the Contest.

#eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision

Estonian broadcaster ERR have released all 12 songs competing in Eesti Laul 2026.

They are available on ERR's media platform Jupiter.

Those competing are:

NÖEP - Days Like This
Marta Pikani - Kell kuus
Grete Paia - Taevas jäi üles
Uliana Olhyna - Rhythm of Nature
Vanilla Ninja - Too Epic To Be True
OLLIE - Slave
Getter Jaani - The Game
ANT x Minimal Wind - Wounds (Don't Wanna Fall)
Robert Linna - Metsik roos
Laura Prits - Warrior
Stockholm Cowboys, Stig Rästa, Victor Crone - Last Man Standing
Clickerik & Mäx - Jolly Roger

#eestilaul #eestilaul2026 #eurovision2026 #eurovision #estonia

Estonian broadcaster ERR have released all 12 songs competing in Eesti Laul 2026.

They are available on ERR's media platform Jupiter.

Those competing are:

NÖEP - Days Like This
Marta Pikani - Kell kuus
Grete Paia - Taevas jäi üles
Uliana Olhyna - Rhythm of Nature
Vanilla Ninja - Too Epic To Be True
OLLIE - Slave
Getter Jaani - The Game
ANT x Minimal Wind - Wounds (Don't Wanna Fall)
Robert Linna - Metsik roos
Laura Prits - Warrior
Stockholm Cowboys, Stig Rästa, Victor Crone - Last Man Standing
Clickerik & Mäx - Jolly Roger

#eestilaul #eestilaul2026 #eurovision2026 #eurovision #estonia

EBU Members have voted to approve new Eurovision rule changes and have opted for no vote on Israel’s participation.

This means Israel is free to compete in next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.

The vote was held at the EBU General Assembly overnight, with 736 (66%) voting in favour of changes and not requiring a vote on Israel, 264 (24%) against and and 120 abstaining (11%).

This will see Israel be eligible to compete and the new rules announced last month to feature in Vienna.

Countries withdraw

Following the news, many EBU Members announced their withdrawal from Eurovision.

Reports indicate The Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia have made announcements they will not participate.

This is a developing story, visit Aussievision.net for more information and statements.

#eurovision #esc2026 #escisrael

EBU Members have voted to approve new Eurovision rule changes and have opted for no vote on Israel’s participation.

This means Israel is free to compete in next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.

The vote was held at the EBU General Assembly overnight, with 736 (66%) voting in favour of changes and not requiring a vote on Israel, 264 (24%) against and and 120 abstaining (11%).

This will see Israel be eligible to compete and the new rules announced last month to feature in Vienna.

Countries withdraw

Following the news, many EBU Members announced their withdrawal from Eurovision.

Reports indicate The Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia have made announcements they will not participate.

This is a developing story, visit Aussievision.net for more information and statements.

#eurovision #esc2026 #escisrael

🏆 The fourth annual Aussievision Awards are here - see our nominations across eight categories in 2025!

The awards are to recognise music, community and entertainment contributions from our great Australian Eurovision, Junior Eurovision and Australia Decides artists, post their time with the Contest.

We will also be recognising positive contributions about Eurovision within our Australian fan and media community!

You can cast a vote to celebrate your favourite artist's contributions this year and have a say.

Visit Aussievision.net for the voting link - details in bio.

#SBSEurovision #Australia #Eurovision #AustraliaEurovision #Aussievision

🏆 The fourth annual Aussievision Awards are here - see our nominations across eight categories in 2025!

The awards are to recognise music, community and entertainment contributions from our great Australian Eurovision, Junior Eurovision and Australia Decides artists, post their time with the Contest.

We will also be recognising positive contributions about Eurovision within our Australian fan and media community!

You can cast a vote to celebrate your favourite artist's contributions this year and have a say.

Visit Aussievision.net for the voting link - details in bio.

#SBSEurovision #Australia #Eurovision #AustraliaEurovision #Aussievision

Latvian broadcaster LTV has released the remaining nine songs for the 12th edition of Supernova 2026! These songs join the 15 songs that have been released throughout the past two weeks.

The total of 24 songs will be split between two semi-finals with five progressing from each. With the addition of a wildcard selected by the broadcaster for an 11-song final on Valentine’s Day.

Visit Aussievision.net for all details including where to listen to the songs.

Those competing are:
Agnese Stengrevica – Oh My My
Aivo Oskis – Walking Out
Antra Stafecka – Divejāda (Dual)
Atvara – Ēnā (In the shadow)
Blurie – Lovin’ Always Gets Me Down
Daba – Panic Attack
De Mantra – Let Them
Edvards Strazdiņš – I Ain’t Got The Guts
Elpo – Blakus
Emilija – All We Ever Had
Honey Blue – Blue Disco
Ivo Grīsniņš Grīslis – Home
Jānis Rugājs – Smoke
Kautkaili – Te un tagad (Here and now)
Kristīne Megija – Insanity
Krisy – Take It
Legzdina – Ribbon
Miks Galvanovskis – Cruel Angel
Nolark – Different Places
Papīra lidmašīnas – You’re My Saviour
Paula – Dejot vien (Just dancing)
Robert Ox – Ravin’ At The Taj Mahal
Tikasha Sakama - #010126 Coda
Vēstnieks – Vai tas ir kāds brīnums? (Is this some kind of miracle?)

#supernova #supernova2026 #eurovision2026 #eurovision #latvia

Latvian broadcaster LTV has released the remaining nine songs for the 12th edition of Supernova 2026! These songs join the 15 songs that have been released throughout the past two weeks.

The total of 24 songs will be split between two semi-finals with five progressing from each. With the addition of a wildcard selected by the broadcaster for an 11-song final on Valentine’s Day.

Visit Aussievision.net for all details including where to listen to the songs.

Those competing are:
Agnese Stengrevica – Oh My My
Aivo Oskis – Walking Out
Antra Stafecka – Divejāda (Dual)
Atvara – Ēnā (In the shadow)
Blurie – Lovin’ Always Gets Me Down
Daba – Panic Attack
De Mantra – Let Them
Edvards Strazdiņš – I Ain’t Got The Guts
Elpo – Blakus
Emilija – All We Ever Had
Honey Blue – Blue Disco
Ivo Grīsniņš Grīslis – Home
Jānis Rugājs – Smoke
Kautkaili – Te un tagad (Here and now)
Kristīne Megija – Insanity
Krisy – Take It
Legzdina – Ribbon
Miks Galvanovskis – Cruel Angel
Nolark – Different Places
Papīra lidmašīnas – You’re My Saviour
Paula – Dejot vien (Just dancing)
Robert Ox – Ravin’ At The Taj Mahal
Tikasha Sakama - #010126 Coda
Vēstnieks – Vai tas ir kāds brīnums? (Is this some kind of miracle?)

#supernova #supernova2026 #eurovision2026 #eurovision #latvia

COMING SOON! 👀

This year we will be running the fourth edition of the Aussievision Awards to recognise music, community and entertainment contributions from our great Australian Eurovision, Junior Eurovision and Australia Decides artists, post their time with the Contest.

We will also be recognising positive contributions about Eurovision within our Australian fan and media community!

There will also be an opportunity for you to vote and have your say! Watch this space!

#Aussievision #AussievisionAwards #Eurovision #ESC #SBSEurovision

COMING SOON! 👀

This year we will be running the fourth edition of the Aussievision Awards to recognise music, community and entertainment contributions from our great Australian Eurovision, Junior Eurovision and Australia Decides artists, post their time with the Contest.

We will also be recognising positive contributions about Eurovision within our Australian fan and media community!

There will also be an opportunity for you to vote and have your say! Watch this space!

#Aussievision #AussievisionAwards #Eurovision #ESC #SBSEurovision

The 24 competing artists, and the titles of their entries, for Serbia's Eurovsiion 2026 national selection Pesma za Evroviziju have been announced.

Here is the full list:
Mirna Radulović - OMAJA
Zona - Čairi
Anabela Mitić - Trampolina
Iva Grujin - Otkrivam sebe
LU-KA - Veruj
Kosmos trip - Sve je u redu
Makao bend - Daj nam svet
Lores - Unseen
Harem Girls - Bom Bom
Jack Lupino - Adrenalin
Zejna - Jugoslavija
Milica Burazer - Svima vama treba mama
Manivi - Svaki dan
Sanja Aleksić - Ko me proba
Lavina - Kraj mene
Ana Mašulović - Zavoli me
Brat Pelin - Fräulein
Geminni - Metar sreće
Đurđica Gojković - Moma mala
YANX - Srušio si sve
Aleksandar Radojević - Sudbina
Eegor - Klaber
Aleksandra Sekulić - Kule
Avgust - Jabuka

Acts who have taken part in past editions of Pesma za Evroviziju include the Harem Girls who competed in 2025 with Aladin, and Zejna who competed in 2024 with Najbolja.

Pesma za Evroviziju 26 will be held sometime in February 2026. It will consist of two semi-finals and a Grand Final. The acts have not been allocated a semi-final yet.

This will be the fifth edition of Pesma za Evroviziju. Last year Princ won with Mila and represented Serbia at Eurovision where he finished 14th in semi-final 2.

#serbia #eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision #PesmazaEvroviziju

The 24 competing artists, and the titles of their entries, for Serbia's Eurovsiion 2026 national selection Pesma za Evroviziju have been announced.

Here is the full list:
Mirna Radulović - OMAJA
Zona - Čairi
Anabela Mitić - Trampolina
Iva Grujin - Otkrivam sebe
LU-KA - Veruj
Kosmos trip - Sve je u redu
Makao bend - Daj nam svet
Lores - Unseen
Harem Girls - Bom Bom
Jack Lupino - Adrenalin
Zejna - Jugoslavija
Milica Burazer - Svima vama treba mama
Manivi - Svaki dan
Sanja Aleksić - Ko me proba
Lavina - Kraj mene
Ana Mašulović - Zavoli me
Brat Pelin - Fräulein
Geminni - Metar sreće
Đurđica Gojković - Moma mala
YANX - Srušio si sve
Aleksandar Radojević - Sudbina
Eegor - Klaber
Aleksandra Sekulić - Kule
Avgust - Jabuka

Acts who have taken part in past editions of Pesma za Evroviziju include the Harem Girls who competed in 2025 with Aladin, and Zejna who competed in 2024 with Najbolja.

Pesma za Evroviziju 26 will be held sometime in February 2026. It will consist of two semi-finals and a Grand Final. The acts have not been allocated a semi-final yet.

This will be the fifth edition of Pesma za Evroviziju. Last year Princ won with Mila and represented Serbia at Eurovision where he finished 14th in semi-final 2.

#serbia #eurovision #eurovision2026 #sbseurovision #PesmazaEvroviziju

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Thank you for listening to the Aussievision podcast in 2025! #spotifywrapped

Croatia has revealed the 24 artists competing in Dora 2026, including the four reserve acts.

The 24 artists including song titles 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
Irma – Ni traga
Ivan Sever – Crying Eyes
Jasmina Makota – Higher
Kandžija – 3 ujutro
Karolina Ilic – Breathe her in
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 – My mind

Reserve acts include:
Gabrijel Ivić - Light Up
Dorian Stipčić - Loved
Gabriela Braičić (Bria) - Soho
Vanessa Kralj - Tišina prije kiše

#croatia #dora2026 #eurovision #eurovision2026

Croatia has revealed the 24 artists competing in Dora 2026, including the four reserve acts.

The 24 artists including song titles 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
Irma – Ni traga
Ivan Sever – Crying Eyes
Jasmina Makota – Higher
Kandžija – 3 ujutro
Karolina Ilic – Breathe her in
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 – My mind

Reserve acts include:
Gabrijel Ivić - Light Up
Dorian Stipčić - Loved
Gabriela Braičić (Bria) - Soho
Vanessa Kralj - Tišina prije kiše

#croatia #dora2026 #eurovision #eurovision2026

The nine artists for Vidbir 2026 have been announced!

A 10th finalist will be determined by an online vote in January among the artists that did not qualify from the longlist.

The nine selected finalists are:
Jerry Heil
LAUD
LELÉKA
Molodi
Monokate
Mr. Vel
The Elliens
Valeriya Force
ShchukaRyba

The six artists who are not direct qualifiers with the jury will go through to a public vote to select the tenth finalist. The full list of finalists will be published by January 15. The six artists through to the public vote are:
ANSTAY
Karyotype
KHAYAT
MON FIA
OKS
Marta Adamchuk

#vidbir2026 #ukraine

The nine artists for Vidbir 2026 have been announced!

A 10th finalist will be determined by an online vote in January among the artists that did not qualify from the longlist.

The nine selected finalists are:
Jerry Heil
LAUD
LELÉKA
Molodi
Monokate
Mr. Vel
The Elliens
Valeriya Force
ShchukaRyba

The six artists who are not direct qualifiers with the jury will go through to a public vote to select the tenth finalist. The full list of finalists will be published by January 15. The six artists through to the public vote are:
ANSTAY
Karyotype
KHAYAT
MON FIA
OKS
Marta Adamchuk

#vidbir2026 #ukraine

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