Much betta! Frock Destroyers for the UK in 2022?
Could Baga Chipz, Blu Hydrangea and Davina De Campo be headed to Italy next year? In an article by The Mirror, Baga Chipz, star of season 1 of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, confirms that there have been “conversations and meetings” regarding the Frock Destroyers’ participation in next year’s contest. Speaking to The Daily Star, Baga […]
Voxx Votes: What is your favourite interval act of the last decade?
US pop-star Justin Timberlake performing at Stockholm in 2016 We have seen some incredible interval acts over the past decade. Interval acts at Eurovision have begun to attract a much larger interest amongst fans in recent years. The 2010’s have seen some groundbreaking interval acts showcased across Europe. The contest has seen international superstars such […]
“I almost had a crying fit before going on stage at the Eurovision Festival,” confessed Vincent Bueno
Chosen internally to represent Austria at Eurovision 202l, after the cancellation of the 2020 edition, singer Vincent Bueno revealed, in an interview with Meinbezirk, that participation in the event, which he described as the “high point of my career”, marked the end of his participation in contests: “This was my last participation in a contest. […]
Jérémie Makiese, winner of The Voice Belgique, wants to go to Eurovision 2022
Jérémie Makiese has expressed his interest in representing Belgium at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022. Last April, the artist won the latest season of The Voice Belgique. At 20 years of age, the young man was with mentor B.J. Scott. In an interview with the newspaper La Meuse, he revealed: “In addition to my single, […]
T-Mobile will issue refunds to those whose votes didn’t go through in the grand final
Less than a week after the grand final of Eurovision 2021, Dutch broadcaster NOS confirmed that there were some issues with the voting from Dutch viewers. Many people claimed that they received messages hours after the show had finished, telling them that their votes would not be counted. Today, the mobile phone company T-Mobile have […]
Three Eurovision 2021 songs make the Billboard Global Top 200
The Eurovision Song Contest 2021 is featured on the Billboard Global Top 200, with no less than three songs present. The highest placing out of all of them is the winner, Italy, and Måneskin. Zitti e buoni, after the grand final, reached 26th place. As for Voilà from France, by Barbara Pravi, she entered the […]
Simon Cowell will no longer help choosing Israel’s next Eurovision act!
A few months ago, it was announced that the next season of The X Factor Israel will choose the next Israeli representative for Eurovision. Initially Simon Cowell, creator of the contest’s format, was announced as one of the judges, however now it has been announced he will no longer serve as a judge on the […]
“Zitti E Buoni” has become the most viewed live Eurovision performance on YouTube
Måneskin’s performance of “Zitte e Buoni” has, as of today, become the most viewed live Eurovision performance on YouTube, and has broken the record for most viewed live Eurovision performance on YouTube. Their performance of “Zitte e Buoni” at the grand final of Eurovision 2021 has racked up an impressive 46.1 million views on the […]
We are looking for NEW team members!
Eurovision fan? Want to get more invovled? We have some exciting opportunities for new team members from around the world to join our fun and friendly team, and help us cover Eurovision all year round! We are especially looking for: Aspiring journalists and experienced writers to join our writing team. As a member of the […]
Davina Michelle says no to Eurovision 2022
The Dutch singer Davina Michelle denied, in an interview with Shownieuws, that she is in the race to represent the Netherlands at Eurovision 2022: “My team and I talked about it and thought: maybe the right time hasn’t come yet. I never say never, but I just don’t feel that it’s time for this step” […]
Germany kicks off it’s preparations for Junior Eurovision 2021
KiKA, the German television channel responsible for Germany’s participation in Junior Eurovision, has revealed more details of their selection process for this years contest. Their representative will be chosen through the show “Junior ESC – Wer fährt nach Paris?” (Junior ESC – Who is going to Paris?). The preliminary round of the selection process opened […]
Poll: Favourite non qualifier from 2021?
The glitter has now settled, and the eyes are now dry. But we want to know which of the non qualifiers from each of the Semi Finals is your favourite? Vote below! Did your favourite song qualify? Which Eurovision topic would you like to vote on next? Let us know in the comments below!
Producer accused of artificially inflating Malta’s betting odds for Eurovision 2019
The Times of Malta have reported that well known producer, Anton Attard, set out to artificially inflate Malta’s betting odds for Eurovision 2019 in Tel Aviv. It has been reported that Anton Attard got in contact with gambling magnate Yorgen Fenech to help improve Malta’s betting odds both before and during the contest. Just last […]
Turkey for Eurovision 2022?
Demet Akalin Murat Boz As we were all excited during the long awaited week of Eurovision, so was Turkey, without even competing in the contest! So many celebrities and established singers with a plethora of followers […]
Bari becomes the latest Italian city to consider putting in a hosting bid for Eurovision 2022
The Southern Italian city of Bari in the Puglia region has become the latest city to express an interest in potentially hosting Eurovision 2022. There’s just one problem… they don’t have a venue ready that meets the requirements set out by RAI for hosting the contest. However, despite this, the city’s Mayor, Antonio Decaro, remains […]
Flo Rida wants to collaborate with The Black Mamba
After reaching 12th place in the Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, international doors continue to open for The Black Mamba, the group that represented Portugal in Rotterdam. Speaking to TV7 Dias magazine, Pedro Tatanka, lead singer of the group and composer of “Love Is on My Side”, revealed that they were contacted by […]
P4 Nästa wildcard won’t automatically go to Melodifestivalen in 2022
For almost a decade, Sweden’s Radio song competition P4 Nästa has offered a wildcard spot in Melodifestivalen for the upcoming year. However, with the 2021 edition coming up later this year, Swedish broadcaster SVT has confirmed that this collaboration has been “on hold” for this year. Since 2012, one finalist of P4 Nästa has been […]
Måneskin enter the UK top 40 with Zitti e Buoni
Eurovision 2021 champions Måneskin have entered the official UK charts at #17 with their winning song, “Zitti e Buoni”. This is a huge achievement for the band, especially as non-English language songs often have a hard time just making it into the top 40. It also means that their song is the highest charting Eurovision […]
Dutch broadcaster NOS investigates claims of voting issues during Eurovision 2021 Grand Final
One of the Dutch broadcasters who organised the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest, NOS, has confirmed that there may have been an issue with voting from the Dutch viewers. Zelfde verhael voor mij pic.twitter.com/iV3LAyXunp — Joran Chalk (@JORAN_Chalk) May 23, 2021 It is claimed that many voters in the Netherlands voted during the allocated voting period, […]
Princess party! Eden Alene and Alicja Szemplińska release songs for Disney project
Tell me, Eurovoxxers, now when did you last let your heart decide? OK, weird question, I know, but I’m only asking it because the Walt Disney Company has decided to hire the services of two Eurovision princesses. Eden Alene and Alicja Szemplińska have both contributed their voices – at their own will, not because some […]
The Netherlands opens song submissions for Eurovision 2022
After being one of the first countries to officially confirm their participation in Eurovision 2022, the Netherlands has become the first country to open submissions for next year’s song and act. Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS has set a deadline of 31st August 2021 for songs to be submitted by. They have also set out some criteria […]
Over €650,000 spent on Malta’s participation in Eurovision 2021
The Times of Malta have reported that Malta spent in excess of €650,000 for their participation in Eurovision 2021, with this figure expected to rise to around €700,000 once all the spending has been accounted for. This money was split between the public broadcaster PBS and the Malta Tourism Authority. It has been reported that […]
Maltese broadcaster to be audited over allegations of money being spent unfairly for Eurovision 2021 participation
Nearly one week on from Eurovision 2021, and it appears that there’s drama in Malta. The Island nation has recently come under fire for their Eurovision 2021 expenditure, as well as as allegations being thrown around that the country paid for publicity ahead of the contest. Ludwig Galea, who, together with Julie Zahra, represented Malta […]
Serbia to chose representative through Beovizija in 2022
After the renewal of Hurricane as representatives for the country in 2021, Serbia will return to bet on Beovizija as the national final for the Eurovision Song Contest 2022. The guarantee was given by Olivera Kovacevic, editor-in-chief of RTS Entertainment, in an interview with New S, guaranteeing that the national final will take place, as […]
Finland to use UMK to find Eurovision 2022 participant
Finnish broadcaster YLE have confirmed that Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) will once again be used as Finland’s selection method for Eurovision as the show is set to return in 2022. This will mark the 11th time that UMK will take place. Alongside the news of UMK returning for Eurovision 2022, YLE have also released the […]
The EBU will not investigate votes given to and from Moldova in Eurovision 2021
After the release of the split results for the Eurovision 2021 semi finals, and also the breakdown of jury and televote results from each country for both semi finals and the final, many fans and Eurovision experts have expressed their suspicions over the legitimacy of the votes Moldova received and awarded to other countries. A […]
Four more Italian cities express their interest in hosting Eurovision 2022
As of today, a further four cities in Italy have expressed their interest in bidding to host Eurovision 2022, bringing the total number of bidding cities up to ten. Florence The Mayor of Florence, Dario Nardella, has expressed interest for his city to host Eurovision 2022. Speaking on Facebook, Dario has said “The city will […]
Eurovision 2021: voting figures revealed for the grand final
As the 65th Eurovision Song Contest comes to an end, various European countries have revealed their viewing figures for the grand final which took place live from the Ahoy Arena in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Austria In Austria, a total of 596,000 tuned in to the Eurovision 2021 grand final on ORF eins. This is the lowest […]
From Rome to Milan, cities across Italy express their interest in hosting Eurovision 2022
Since Måneskin’s momentous win for Italy at the Eurovision 2021 grand final in Rotterdam, various cities across Italy have expressed their interest in hosting Eurovision 2022. At the present time, a total of six cities are interested in bidding for hosting rights. Milan Milan was the first Italian city to express their interest in hosting […]
Italy is the winner of The Eurovision Song Contest 2021
We finally have a result from the Grand Final of the 65th edition of Eurovision Song Contest! Måneskin from Italy have won the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 that took place in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This is Italy’s third Eurovision win overall, and their first win since Tuto Cutugno in 1990. The full results are as follows: […]
Eurovision 2021: jury voting running order revealed
The running order in which each country’s jury points will be revealed in tonight’s grand final has been revealed. Alongside this, we have also found out who will be the spokesperson for each country. Israel – Lucy Ayoub (Eurovision 2019 co-host) Poland – Ida Nowakowska (Junior Eurovision 2019 & 2020 co-host) San Marino – Monica […]
“When we put on the sweaters, all hell breaks loose”: Daði Freyr chats with Andy
Daði Freyr sat down with Eurovoxx’s Andy for an interview, following his rehearsal with his group Gagnamagnið for “10 Years”, the Icelandic entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2021. The conversation touched on Daði’s impression of the rehearsal, the creative process behind the group, and the international success they’re already experiencing. “We had to make […]
Spotlight on: United Kingdom
Artist Profile Artist: James Newman Date of Birth: 19 October 1985 Hometown: Settle, England Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: Embers Composer: James Newman, Conor Blake, Danny Shah, Tom Hollings, Samuel Brennan Producer: Tom Hollings, Samuel Brennan Eurovision Result: 26th Place James Newman is an English singer-songwriter based in London. At the 2014 Brit Awards, Newman won the Brit Award for […]
Spotlight on: Spain
Artist Profile Artist: Blas Cantó Date of Birth: 26 October 1991 Hometown: Ricote, Spain Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: Voy a quedarme Composer: Blas Cantó, Dan Hammond, Leroy Sanchez, Dangelo Ortega Producer: Blas Cantó, Ricky Furiati Eurovision Result: 24th Place Blas Cantó is a Spanish singer and songwriter. He rose to prominence as a member of the Spanish band Auryn. […]
Spotlight on: Netherlands
Artist Profile Artist: Jeangu Macrooy Date of Birth: 6 November 1993 Hometown: Paramaribo, Suriname Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: Birth of a New Age Composer: Pieter Perquin, Jeangu Macrooy Producer: Pieter Perquin, Jeangu Macrooy Eurovision Result: 23rd Place Jeangu Macrooy is a Surinamese singer-songwriter. He was born in Paramaribo and has been living in the Netherlands since 2014. He was due […]
Spotlight on: Italy
Artist Profile Artist: Måneskin (Damiano David, Ethan Torchio, Thomas Raggi, Victoria De Angelis) Formed: 2016 Hometown: Rome, Italy Selection Method: Winner of San Remo Music Festival 2021 Song: Zitti e buoni Composer: Damiano David, Ethan Torchio, Thomas Raggi, Victoria De Angelis Producer: Fabrizio Ferraguzzo Eurovision Result: 1st Place Måneskin is an Italian rock band from Rome. The band rose to […]
Spotlight on: Germany
Artist Profile Artist: Jendrik Sigwart Date of Birth: 27 August 1994 Hometown: Hamburg, Germany Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: I Don’t Feel Hate Composer: Jendrik Sigwart, Christoph Oswald Producer: Christoph Oswald Eurovision Result: 25th Place Jendrik Sigwart better known by the mononym Jendrik is a German singer and musical performer. He learned piano and violin as a teenager and studied […]
Spotlight on: France
Artist Profile Artist: Barbara Pravi Date of Birth: 10 April 1993 Hometown: Paris, France Selection Method: Winner of Eurovision France, c’est vous qui décidez! Song: Voilà Composer: Barbara Pravi, Igit, Lili Poe Producer: Barbara Pravi, Elodie Filleul, Jérémie Arcache Eurovision Result: 2nd Place Barbara Pravi, is a French singer, songwriter, and actress. After signing with Capitol Music France in 2015, […]
The Roop were chatting with Salvador Sobral on social media
The Roop, representatives of Lithuania at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, talked with Salvador Sobral, winner of the 2017 contest, who started the conversation, which was made available on social networks, speaking Lithuanian. Vaidotas, the group’s vocalist, pointed out that “Amar Pelos Dois” is his favorite Eurovision song ever, because “he was not eurovisionish”, with […]
“I´m Here on a mission” – Clara meets up with Tix and finds out they share some points of view and states of mind
After his second rehearsal, Tix said he is having fun and feeling nice. About the ideas of the staging, he thought this was the right way to represent the song visually but it is not easy for him to put his ideas together: “In this head is f** chaos all the time”, said the Norwegian […]
Eurovision 2021: the running order for the final has been revealed
The running order for the grand final of Eurovision 2021 has been revealed, and we see Cyprus opening the show with San Marino closing. Host country The Netherlands, who were drawn to perform in 23rd place for the 2020 final also retained the same position for this years contest. For a second year running, we […]
Eurovision 2019 winner Duncan Laurence tests positive for Covid-19 – He will not perform in live shows
The EBU has issued a statement about the positive result of Duncan Laurence’s Covid test The EBU has just released a statement regarding Duncan Laurence. The Eurovision 2019 winner has unfortunately tested positive for Covid-19, and therefore will not be performing in this year’s live shows anymore due to the 7-day isolation period. Duncan […]
Spotlight on: Denmark
Artist Profile Artist: Fyr & Flamme (Jesper Groth & Laurits Emanuel) Formed: 2020 Hometown: Denmark Selection Method: Winner of Dansk Melodi Grand Prix Song: Øve os på hinanden Composer: Laurits Emanuel Pedersen, Rune Borup Producer: Laurits Emanuel Pedersen Eurovision Result: DNQ (11th Semi Final 2) Elena Tsagrinou is a Greek singer. Tsagrinou began her career as the lead singer of the Greek […]
Spotlight on: Switzerland
Artist Profile Artist: Gjon’s Tears (Gjon Muharremaj) Date of Birth: 29 June 1998 Hometown: Broc, Switzerland Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: Tout l’Univers Composer: Gjon Muharremaj, Nina Sampermans, Wouter Hardy, Xavier Michel Producer: Wouter Hardy Eurovision Result: 3rd Place Gjon Muharremaj known professionally as Gjon’s Tears, is a Swiss singer and songwriter. He was scheduled to represent Switzerland in the […]
Spotlight on: Latvia
Artist Profile Artist: Samanta Tīna Date of Birth: 31 March 1989 Hometown: Tukums, Latvia Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: The Moon Is Rising Composer: Samanta Tīna, Aminata Savadogo, Oskars Uhaņs Producer: Samanta Tīna, Oskars Uhaņs Eurovision Result: DNQ (17th Semi Final 2) Artist Bio Song Lyrics The queen of the night is comingThe blood moon is rising When I […]
Spotlight on: Finland
Artist Profile Artist: Blind Channel (Joel Hokka, Niko Moilanen, Joonas Porko, Olli Matela, Tommi Lalli, Aleksi Kaunisvesi) Formed: 2013 Hometown: Oulu, Finland Selection Method: Winner of Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu 2021 Song: Dark Side Composer: Aleksi Kaunisvesi, Joonas Porko, Joel Hokka, Niko Moilanen, Olli Matela Producer: Aleksi Kaunisvesi, Joonas Porko, Joel Hokka, Niko Moilanen, Olli Matela Eurovision Result: 6th Place Blind […]
Spotlight on: Bulgaria
Artist Profile Artist: Victoria Georgieva Date of Birth: 21 September 1997 Hometown: Varna, Bulgaria Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: Growing Up Is Getting Old Composer: Helena Larsson, Maya Nalani, Oliver Björkvall, Victoria Georgieva Producer: Oliver Björkvall Eurovision Result: 11th Place Victoria is a Bulgarian singer and songwriter. She began her career after participating in season four of X Factor Bulgaria. It […]
Spotlight on: Portugal
Artist Profile Artist: The Black Mamba ( Pedro Tatanka, Miguel Casais, Marco Pombinho, Rui Pedro “Pity” Vaz, Guilherme “Gui” Salgueiro) Formed: 2010 Hometown: Portugal Selection Method: Winner of Festival da Canção 2021 Song: Love Is On My Side Composer: Pedro Tatanka Producer: João André, The Black Mamba Eurovision Result: 12th Place The Black Mamba are a Portuguese soul band that […]
Spotlight on: Georgia
Artist Profile Artist: Tornike Kipiani Date of Birth: 11 December 1987 Hometown: Tbilisi, Georgia Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: You Composer: Tornike Kipiani Producer: Aleko Berdzenishvili Eurovision Result: DNQ (16th Semi Final 2) Tornike Kipiani is a Georgian singer. He won the first season of X Factor Georgia in 2014. He was selected to represent his country in the Eurovision […]
Spotlight on: Serbia
Artist Profile Artist: Hurricane (Sanja Vučić, Ivana Nikolić, Ksenija Knežević) Formed: November 2017 Hometown: Belgrade, Serbia Selection Method: Internal Selection Song: Loco Loco Composer: Nemanja Antonić, Darko Dimitrov Producer: Nemanja Antonić, Darko Dimitrov, Sanja Vučić Eurovision Result: 15th Place Hurricane, also known as Hurricane Girls, are a pop-R&B Serbian girl band consisting of three members: Sanja Vučić, Ivana Nikolić and Ksenija […]