The participants taking part in “Szansa na Sukces” to win the chance to represent Poland in the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest have been revealed. The first two Semi Finals have seven acts, while the third Semi Final has five acts. Semi Final One has the theme of ABBA. […]
News from Denmark today regarding their selection process to choose their entry for the 2020 Eurovision Song contest in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Dansk Melodi Grand Prix and to commemorate this , the Danes have taken a similar format to their neighbours Norway […]
THEVOICE: Maria Christian appears on The Voice France The Voice is a worldwide franchise, that has produced more than its fair share of Eurovision performers in its time. But if you were watching the French edition over the weekend, you may have seen Ireland’s very own Maria Christian. […]
Earlier this evening, TRM revealed the 36 songs competing for a chance to repesent Moldova at Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam. See below the full list of the acts and their songs: As you could see, there are some familiar (Eurovision) names in the list, including Pasha Parfeny […]
Earlier today, the Czech national broadcaster ČT released the 7 songs that are in with a chance to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020. A public vote through the Eurovision App will decide the winner, but what we want to know is if it were […]
It has been announced in the last hour that Martin Österdahl has been chosen to replace Jon Ola Sand as the Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest and the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. The decision was made by Jean Philip De Tender, the EBU Director of Media […]
This morning, the artists for Vidbir 2020 were announced. The 16 acts are: Assol CLOUDLESS David Axelrod Elina Ivashchenko FO SHO GARNA GIO Go-A Jerry Heil Katya Chilly KHAYAT KRUTЬ MOONZOO feat. F.M.F. Sure [О] Oleksandr Poriadynskyi TVORCHI The 16 acts will be divided over two Semi Finals […]
This morning, the songs that the acts will be singing in the Czech selection were released. They are: Barbora Mochowa – Among White And Black Holes Benny Cristo – Kemama Elis Mraz feat. Čis T – Wanna Be Like Karelll – At Least We’ve Tried Olga Lounová – […]
Earlier this month, we REVEALED that “Szansa na Sukces” was been used to select the Polish entry for the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam. The three jury members have all been revealed as former Polish representatives at the Eurovision Song Contest. They are: Cleo (2014) Michal Szpak […]
In #QualifiersWeek, it is time for us to look at the worst three entries from Slovenia. 2013 Slovenia finished last in the Semi Final (16th place) in Malmo. Hannah Mancini performed her entry “Straight Into Love”, but only managed to achieve 8 points. 2004 Platin took to the stage […]
BIRTHDAY: Alex Sparrow from Russia is 32 today Our friends in Russia have only had one win, but we know they are after a second. They use the most capable writers, and singers that can mix it with the best. Will that second win come soon? Probably. But […]
The second week, of what is the National Final marathon season is complete. Every Sunday, #JoinUs for a full round-up of all the results, in one place. Saturday 11th January In Lithuania, Heat Two of “Pabandom is Naujo!” took place. Six acts were selected to got through to the […]
This week see’s the thid weekend of the week-in, week-out National Final marathon season! This week has two shows, as well as song and artist announcements… Monday 20th January Czech Republic – Song Announcement Tuesday 21st January Finland – Artist Announcement Saturday 25th January Lithuania – Pabandom is […]
After a fantastic show tonight in Ljubljana, EMA Freš has concluded and we have our winners! Parvani Violet and Saška both have won a spot in the EMA final, due to take place on February 22nd. This means they are now in with a chance to represent Slovenia […]
Tonight, the second Semi Final of Melodi Grand Prix took place – looking for Norway’s 60th participant at the Eurovision Song Contest. Rein Alexander took victory with his song “One Last Time” and will join the line-up for the Grand Final on Saturday 15th February – this year, […]
LITHUANIA: Live blog of Pabandom iš naujo! Heat 2 from 20.00CET Our friends in Lithuania are choosing their song for Rotterdam apace. Tonight is heat two of Pabandom iš naujo! (We go again!). Twelve acts are up for six spots in the semi-finals that start on 1 February. […]
Hello Europe and Australia. It’s time to carry on the Norwegian’s journey in finding their 2020 Eurovision Song Contest participant, in this their 60th anniversary year. Tonight, the following acts will be competing in two duels, before the winner of each compete in the final duel. Tonight’s acts […]
BIRTHDAY: Iva Zanicchi from Italy is 80 today Certain contests are known for more than just the songs. It could be a stage invasion, someone falling over when trying to present a trophy. Or it could be something that rules didn’t expect. In 1969, four countries tied for […]
As an unexpected gift (let’s not say it leak), the ten acts and their songs taking part in this year’s Icelandic Söngvakeppnin 2020, have been revealed ahead of the official announcement this evening on a Spotify playlist. Currently, the tracks are not available to listen to but should […]
Missing someone feels terrible. Missing an entire country… well now that’s just unbearable! Many nations have come and gone from the Eurovision stage over the years. And for all the countries like Sweden and Estonia that often confirm their participation next year BEFORE this year’s contest is even […]
Dober večer Evrope in dobro jutro Avstralija! This is Ljubljana calling! Tonight is the final of EMA Freš, meaning we’ll find out the last 2 finalists for EMA – Slovenia’s Eurovision national selection! Sit back and relax, and let Eurovision Ireland’s own James Scanlan entertain and inform you. […]
BIRTHDAY: Daniel Diges from Spain is 39 today Eurovision is usually a very happy affair. You can feel the love when the acts are out on stage. The crowd all wants them to succeed, so there’s lots of cheering and smiles for every act. Of course, some people […]
Jon Ola Sand has been discussing the possibility of the USA joining the Eurovision Song Contest line-up in the future – the traditionalists in the community might not want to hear the answer! It will all depend on whether the American Song Contest is a success. Only until […]
BIRTHDAY: Marta Roure from Andorra is 39 today You have to admire the smaller members of our Eurovision family. They must have something, as they usually conscript performers who don’t even come from those countries. That’s some pulling power. However, back in 2004 our friends in Andorra débuted […]
Today Latvia’s television broadcaster has confirmed the 9 acts that will progress through to the Supernova national selection final , to be held on Saturday 8th February . The winner will have the honour of representing Latvia in Rotterdam in May . The chosen competing acts are: Samanta […]
Earlier today, ERR released the Semi Final running orders. The first Semi Final will take place on Thursday 13th February, with the second taking place on Saturday 15th February. The Semi Finals will be taking place at the University of Tartu Sports Hall, before the Final takes place […]
The first official withdrawal from Eurovision Young Musicians 2020 has been announced. Estonia will not be in the line-up in Zagreb. Estonia returned to the line-up in Edinburgh, last time around in 2018 after a 14 year break. The nation will be withdrawing from the Contest once again, […]
The line-up for the 2020 edition of ‘Festival da Cancao’ has been announced. The artists and their songs have been drawn into two Semi Finals. The Song Writers appear in brackets. The line-up for Semi Final 1 is: Blasted – Rebellion (Blasted, Stego, Guerra) Filipe Sambado – Gerbera […]
Following North Macedonia’s reveal of Vasil earlier today, we now have the first 10 acts waiting to go to Rotterdam for Eurovision 2020 – hurrah! We may still only have one actual song, but if we know Eurovision fans, you’ve been on YouTube and Spotify working out whose […]
BIRTHDAY: Aisha from Latvia is 36 today Do you ever go to the contest? If so, are there countries you wouldn’t visit because they’re too expensive, too distant or just too loony? Are you would you be happy with anywhere? Our friends in Norway have a very high […]
Macedonian Radio Television (MRT), North Macedonia’s public broadcaster, has announced today that Vasil will represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 in Rotterdam. Vasil is no stranger to Eurovision as he was a backing vocalist for Tamara Todevska last year in Tel-Aviv. He declared that participating […]
In #QualifiersWeek, it is time for us to look at the best three entries from Slovenia. 1995 In 1995, Slovenia achieved a 7th place on their second appearance. Darja Svalger scored 84 points in Dublin, with her entry “Prisluhni mi”. 2001 Slovenia achieved another 7th placing in 2001. Nusa […]
BIRTHDAY: Monika Kuszyńska is 40 today We’ve all been through adverse times. Life’s not easy sometimes, and it’s how we cope with what’s thrown at us and how we come out of it that’s important. Today’s birthday girl Monika Kuszyńska has been through the mill a little. She […]
Ireland have confirmed their participation at the 2020 Junior Eurovision Song Contest. The will be Ireland’s sixth participation. It is currently unknown where the 2020 edition of the Contest will take place. Applications to take part are now open and can be made HERE. The deadline to send […]
These are just two of the potential film titles we came up with for the new Johnny Logan film biopic. However “Mr Eurovision” is been produced by a Northern Irish production company, according to The Sunday Times. Brian J. Falconer is producing the biopic, while Colin Carberry and […]
BIRTHDAY: Sebastian Rejman is 42 today It’s always fun when a big name gets through to represent their country in our favourite TV show. They’ve conquered the proper music scene, but this is a chance for legend status. Of course, it’s a high-risk strategy for that big name. […]
Hello Ljubljana, this is Dublin Calling! Yes, Slovenia is the focus of our second #QualifiersWeek (formerly #FinaleWeek) of 2020. Slovenia have yet to take victory in the Eurovision Song Contest yet, however they have made the final several times. Here is how #QualifersWeek will shape out: Monday – […]
Today, CT, the Czech Republic broadcaster announced the seven finalists for this year’s National Final. The seven songs will be announced next Monday, when voting also opens – on the Eurovision app. The seven finalists are: Barbora Mochowa Benny Cristo Elis Mraz a Čis T Karelll Olga Lounová […]
Apologies to the delay of Thursday’s article, however it is here a few days later. The team here at Eurovision Ireland look at our highs (& some lows), that Lithuania have given us. 2018 Sarah: My favourite of their entries was Ieva in 2018 “When We’re Old”. You […]
The first week, of what is the National Final marathon season is complete. Every Sunday, #JoinUs for a full round-up of all the results, in one place. Saturday 11th January In Lithuania, Heat One of “Pabandom is Naujo!” took place. Six acts were selected to got through to […]
This week see’s the second weekend of the week-in, week-out National Final marathon season! This week has three shows, as well as song and artist announcements… Monday 13th January Czech Republic – Artist Announcement Wednesday 15th January Portugal – Artist Announcement Thursday 16th January Latvia – Artist Announcement […]
The first of the ‘Big 5’ countries have confirmed their participation at this year’s Eurovision Young Musicians – to be held on Sunday 21st June, in Zagreb, Croatia. Germany will once again be taking part in the Contest. WDR are responsible for their participation, however have yet revealed […]
Tonight saw the start of “Pabandom is Naujo! 2020”, a rebranded “Eurovizijoz Atranka”. Heat One saw twelve acts take to the stage, but only six could qualify. The six who qualified are: Monika Marija – ‘If I Leave’ Baltos Varnos – ‘ Namų dvasia ‘ MeandI – ‘DRIP’ […]
Tonight , Norway kicked off its search for their act to represent the country in Rotterdam , Netherlands, in May with the 1st of five semi finals, held at the H3 Arena in Forenbu, Norway. Four acts competed for the ticket to the Final to be held on […]
BIRTHDAY: Maria Elena Kyriakou is 36 today Continuing our Mediterranean theme – well, it started yesterday – we move east to the popular country taking part in our favourite TV show since the 1970s. As we’ve discussed, Greece’s success has mainly been 21st Century, when someone gave ERT/NERIT/ERT […]
God kveld Europa ! God Morgen Australia !Tonight , at the H3 Arena in Forenbu ,Norway starts its quest to find the successor to Keiino , who did a great job representing the country last year in Tel Aviv,with their song ” Spirit in the Sky ” winning […]
A further two countries have confirmed participation at this year’s Eurovision Young Musicians, to be held in Zagreb on Sunday 21st June. Greece will be in Zagreb, after returning to the Contest in Edinburgh, two year’s ago. The Head of International Relations at ERT, Maria Koufopoulou, has confirmed […]
We started our coverage of the “Pan Celtic Song Contest” back in December, when we announced the WELSH submissions had opened. News from Ireland has now emerged. The submission period is now open for “Comortas Amhran Naisiunta/Pan Celtic National Song Contest” and will close on Wednesday 15th January […]
Earlier today Serbian broadcaster RTS published the list of contestants that will take part in Beovizija 2020, which will chose the Serbian entrant for the Eurovision Song Contest this year. Out of 90 songs submitted to RTS, just 24 will compete at Beovizija 2020, expected to take place […]
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