Eurovision 2027: Netherlands withdraws again over Israel row
For the second year in a row Next year’s Eurovision Song Contest will not have the Netherlands, following confirmation on Tuesday (27 October). Broadcaster NPO has withdrawn from the competition, as a sign of protest for Israel’s involvement in the contest. Just a month earlier, the broadcaster said that the country would take part, however […]
5 days ago
Why are Australia in Eurovision and what happens if they win?
The Aussie contestant is currently one of the favourites to win Eurovision is back this week, and the show is as controversial as ever. Europe’s annual talent show has never been without its political aspects, with the voting system repeatedly exposing relations between different countries. However, in recent years, Eurovision has become even more scrutinised, […]
6 months ago
How Israel are allowed to participate in Eurovision – and all the countries saying they shouldn’t
There are boycotters and supporters In protest over the war in Gaza, five countries have boycotted the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, which began this week in Austria’s capital Vienna. In spite of the boycotts over Israel’s participation, the annual international music pageant watched and adored by millions of viewers around the world […]
6 months ago
Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour announces UK and European dates for 2026
There will be 10 arena shows across Europe This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. A Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour has been announced for 2026 – and this is how to get tickets. The concert series will see Eurovision celebrate 70 years of the world’s […]
10 months ago
BBC back decision to let Israel take part in Eurovision
Before the meeting, the BBC had said Eurovision has “never been about politics” The decision to allow Israel to compete at next year’s Eurovision Song Contest has been backed by the BBC. Around 50 broadcasters in the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the organiser of the contest, took part in a meeting on Thursday, where they […]
11 months ago
BBC ‘to decide’ on Eurovision involvement amidst mounting pressure on Israel participation
It comes after multiple national broadcasters threaten to pull out if Israel takes part The BBC is ‘set to decide’ on its Eurovision involvement as pressure continues to mount over Israel’s participation in the song contest. This comes after Ireland and the Netherlands said it would not compete if Israel took part. Meanwhile, Belgium, Iceland, […]
1 year ago