Denis Kurris

Tensions are high nowadays concerning a number of countries when it comes down to their participation in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna (Austria). There are multiple countries that have spoken out against participating in the annual music contest when Israel is allowed to compete next year. One of these countries is…

Next month it is that time of year again, then “Het Grote Songfestivalfeest 2025” (trans. “The Big Song Contest Party 2025”) will be held in the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. This annual Eurovision event annually showcases at least 20 Eurovision acts of recent years and yesteryear, and 2025…

We heard from several countries what their stance is regarding the upcoming 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna (Austria), but we have not heard from Belgium yet. Their participation is still under wraps. The Flemish or the Walloons? Last year, the Flemish-speaking part of Belgium, also known as Flanders, chose…

Although The Netherlands is one of the countries that will not enter next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna (Austria) when Israel competes, even when there would be a cease-fire or peace negotiations between Gaza and Israel. The search continues There are ten songs, and subsequent, artists still in the…

AVROTROS has decided not to take part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026. This decision follows an extensive consultation process involving a broad range of stakeholders, including the Israeli ambassador, Amnesty International, the EBU, various European public broadcasters, the Association Council, Works Council, Supervisory Board, and thousands of Song…

Belgium, just like all the other 2026 Eurovision participants, is well on their way in their journey towards the biggest annual European music stage. In this regard, Belgian participant Essyla, is doing her utmost to be seen, and to not be overlooked when she performs in the First Semi-final on…