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Weekly Update

It’s Tuesday, March 17, 2026, which means it’s time for another weekly Eurovision update! Over the past week, the final wave of song reveals for Eurovision 2026 generated plenty of buzz both on and off the stage. Four more countries unveiled their entries, completing the Vienna line-up. Meanwhile, controversies erupted

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Behind the lyrics: Azerbaijan – JIVA – Just go

Just go, by JIVA A Heartbreaking Anthem About Lost Love The latest single from [the artist] is a heartbreak song that captures the raw emotions of lost love and personal growth. It tells the story of a relationship that once felt eternal but is revealed to be full of deception

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Israel vs other countries: facts and rumours

The Eurovision Song Contest is facing unprecedented controversy over Israel’s participation in the 2026 edition. In recent days, several countries have announced boycott plans or issued threats tied to whether Israel is allowed to compete. Meanwhile, other countries reportedly vowed to withdraw if Israel is banned. Here we fact-check what’s

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Basel Bulletin: from wisdom teeth to red strobe lights

From wisdom teeth to red strobe lights, that is where it was about this afternoon. All the participants of the first semifinal have their second rehearsal. We have no liveblog from EBU, however we are expecting 30 seconds videos later today. We also have pictures. 🇵🇹 Portugal Following their first

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Basel Bulletin: armours, red, halo’s and a DJ

📷 Taike de Wilde We have armours, red, halo’s and a DJ during the rehearsals. Today the second row of countries from the first semifinal have had their rehearsals. We tell you everything we know about the first 4, and update on the others will follow. EBU has decided to

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Weekly Update

It was a busy week in the Eurovision Universe again. So here is your weekly update. Three new songs can be added, but there is a lot more going on. The new songs are: Azerbaijan: Mamagama – “Run with U” Italy: Lucio Corsi – “Volevo essere un duro Iceland: Væb

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🇦🇿 Azerbaijan: Mamagama’s entry is released

Run with U Mamagama’s entry is released. Azerbaijan’s Eurovision 2025 act, has officially released their entry “Run With U.” The song, co-written by Sefael Mishiyev, Bahruz Efendiyev, and Allahverdi Gumbetli, highlights the band’s signature alternative rock sound. The group blends rock, electronic, and indie elements, creating a fresh and modern

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Mamagama

📷 EBU/Alma Bengtsson About Quick Facts MembersSefael ‘Asaf’ MishiyevBahruz ‘Huss’ EfendiyevAllahverdi ‘Arif’ Gumbetli Founded2021 Nationality🇦🇿 Azerbaijani National SelectionInternal selection 2025Internal selection 2023 In Eurovision2025 Basel SongRun With U (2025) Biography Mamagama is an Azerbaijani band formed in 2021 in Baku. The group comprises vocalist Sefael “Asaf” Mishiyev, guitarist Bahruz “Huss”

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🇦🇿 Mamagama represents Azerbaijan

photo: EBU/İctimai Azerbaijan has officially announced that the band Mamagama will represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. This selection marks a notable choice for Azerbaijan, as Mamagama is recognized for their distinctive fusion of rock, pop, and traditional Azerbaijani musical elements. Formation and Musical Style Formed in

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Arash Labaf

About Quick Facts NameAlex Arash Labaf Born23 April 1977 Nationality🇸🇪 Swedish National SelectionInternal selection 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongAlways (& Aysel) Biography Alex Arash Labaf, born April 23, 1977, in Tehran, is an Iranian-Swedish musician. As an artist, he is known simply as Arash.  Arash had his breakthrough in 2004

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