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Australia and Belgium are similar in some respects, but when it comes to winter weather, we can’t be more opposite. That’s no problem for ESSYLA though, who’s dancing her way across a frozen pond to Eurovision.

Michael met ESSYLA to chat about Eurovision, how The Voice of Belgium has given her a helping hand and what makes her favourite singers (including our own Delta Goodrem) so special to her.

You can see ESSYLA perform Dancing on the ice during Semi Final 1, live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4XWX1ykxx4rtaKHI0gzTSB?si=upoFH1jUQpySaJKdSH1KuQ

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From Tomas to Alen Chicco to Lion Ceccah, this Lithuanian performer has done a lot. But now, the out and proud Lion is ready to send a message via the Eurovision stage.

Michael met the silver wonder to talk about the changes to his drag and self identity, how music helps him explain the world and what we need to do as humans in an ever-changing world.

You can see Lion Ceccah perform Sólo quiero más during Semi Final 1, live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3a2EnwZitIaiqSPFl0K9Eu?si=hJHmcBuuROifjuiV6aclCA

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She’s broken free of the pink balaclava, and now FELICIA is doing it for herself.

Michael caught up with Sweden’s Eurovision hopeful ahead of the first Semi Final. They talked about moving on from Fröken Snusk, the importance of eyebrows and just how that amazing performance actually started out.

Plus, enjoy the premiere of Australian or Austrian?

You can see FELICIA perform My System during Semi Final 1, live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RlQjgUMOzH88DvphKr6DW?si=aM1ZFPIbSgiIRVcVMl0vQw

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We’re getting closer and closer to the 2026 Eurovision Grand Final, but first, there’s another semi to get to.

Michael and Bryan fire up the satellite to run through the first half of Australia’s semi, with some surprising results.

You can enjoy the second Semi Final live on SBS and On Demand on Friday 15 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

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Make your vote count via the poll (and be in the chance to win something special) – closes 15 May

Bulgaria: DARA – Bangaranga

Azerbaijan: JIVA – Just Go

Romania: Alexandra Căpitănescu – Choke Me

Luxembourg: Eva Marija – Mother Nature

Czechia: Daniel Žižka – CROSSROADS

Armenia: SIMÓN – Paloma Rumba

Switzerland: Veronica Fusaro – Alice

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Eleven years after we sent Aussie superstar (and reality TV alum) Guy Sebastian to Vienna, Australia is sending another favourite to do us proud at Eurovision.

Michael caught up with Delta Goodrem, who had flown back to Fiji to do some shows, to chat about all things Eurovision – singing, parties, playlists and getting ready for a fun time.

Watch the interview in video form via the Spotify podcast.

You can see Delta perform Eclipse during Semi Final 2, live on SBS and On Demand on Friday 15 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUMCr1pnaMY

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The first Eurovision Semi Final started with a bang, but does the back half of the show pack the same punch?

Michael and Jack run through the latter half of the first semi, and find out how much of is made for a quick coffee or loo break.

You can enjoy the first Semi live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

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Make your vote count via the poll (and be in the chance to win something special) – closes 12 May

Montenegro: Tamara Živković – Nova Zora

Estonia: Vanilla Ninja – Too Epic To Be True

Israel: Noam Bettan – Michelle

Belgium: ESSYLA – Dancing On The Ice

Lithuania: Lion Ceccah – Sólo Quiero Más

San Marino: SENHIT (with Boy George) – Superstar

Poland: ALICJA – Pray

Serbia: LAVINA – Kraj mene

The post Previewing the second half of Eurovision 2026 Semi Final 1 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It’s time to jump into Eurovision proper as we preview this year’s semi finals.

Michael, Bryan and Keith listen to the songs in the first half of Eurovision Semi Final 1, and share their thoughts about the possibilities.

You can enjoy the first Semi live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST).

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Make your vote count via the poll (and be in the chance to win something special) – closes 12 May

Moldova: Satoshi – Viva, Moldova!

Sweden: FELICIA – My System

Croatia: LELEK – Andromeda

Greece: Akylas – Ferto

Portugal: Bandidos do Cante – Rosa

Georgia: Bzikebi – On Replay

Finland: Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen – Liekinheitin

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It’s the home of big ballads, fun stringed instruments and turbofolk – and it has one of the most interesting national finals of 2026. Serbia delivered Pesma za Evroviziju (aka PzE) for another year, and it certainly had tongues wagging.

Michael reviewed the options that couldn’t beat Lavina for Vienna and still couldn’t understand what the jury was thinking.

Is Kaj Mene the best choice for Serbia in 2026?

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Kosmos Trip – Sve je u redu

Zona – Čairi

Brat Pelin – Fräulein

Harem Girls & Ivana Krunić – Bom Bom

Zejna – Jugoslavija

The post Getting close: Reviewing Serbia’s Pesma za Evroviziju ’26 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

It was great that Greece finally decided to do their Eurovision national final. Not only did Sing For Greece deliver hours of truly Greek tunes, but also delivered us Akylas for Vienna.

Michael reviewed the final that did not need a country in its name to know it was being held in Athens.

Is Ferto the best choice for Greece in 2026?

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D3lta – Mad About It

ZAF – ASTEIO

Evangelia – PARÉA

Marseaux – Xanomai

good job nicky – Dark Side Of The Moon

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Easter Monday wasn’t just full of buns, eggs and bunnies – it was full of your Eurovision favourites! For the seventh time, Australia voted for their top 100 Eurovision songs of all time, thanks to the amazing people at OGAE Australia.

This is Australia’s Eurovision Top 100 with OGAE Australia on JOY.

It’s a packed house, as Michael, Bryan, Paulie and Fleur count down your Eurovision Top 10 for 2026!

Share your thoughts on the socials using #ESCTop100

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#10: Joost Klein – Europapa (Netherlands 2024)

#9: Verka Serduchka – Dancing Lasha Tumbai (Ukraine 2007)

#8: ABBA – Waterloo (Sweden 1974)

#7: Loreen – Tattoo (Sweden 2023)

#6: Eleni Foureira – Fuego (Cyprus 2018)

#5: Baby Lasagna – Rim Tim Tagi Dim (Croatia 2024)

#4: KEiiNO – Spirit in the Sky (Norway 2019)

#3: Käärijä – Cha Cha Cha (Finland 2023)

#2: Dami Im – Sound of Silence (Australia 2016)

#1: Loreen – Euphoria (Sweden 2012)

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