The Eurovisionphiles

We’ve officially commented on ALL 16 Junior Eurovision 2026 songs!

Let’s just say... it was a total wild ride. Maria brought so many color-coded notes and deep-dive analysis that her notebook basically took over the entire studio (are we even surprised at this point? 📝😅). Meanwhile, Barbara spent hours upon hours before we even hit record agonizing over what exact throwback track Poland’s entry reminds her of (and yes, the mental gears were still visibly turning on camera).

Head over to the link in our bio to catch the full commentary episode! Who’s on your JESC replay list right now? Let us know in the comments! 👇 ✨

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The Eurovision map is shifting once again, and we are here to unpack all the lineup drama! This week, we’re looking at Czechia's decision to step away from the contest, which gives us the perfect excuse to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane. We're diving deep into Czechia’s wild ride through the years—from their rocky early days and dramatic rock entries to modern fan favorites like Mikolas Josef, Lake Malawi, and Vesna.

Plus, we check in on Ireland as they hold firm on their boycott, and celebrate the big news that the Netherlands is officially back in the Eurovision fold.

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The Eurovision 2027 season might still be in its early, artist-free days, but the behind-the-scenes whispers are already giving us plenty to talk about! In this episode, we’re unpacking North Macedonia’s official return to the contest and sorting through the early participation puzzle across Europe. We’ll look at who’s sitting tight (looking at you, Ireland), the ongoing maybes for the Netherlands and Belgium, and the latest on potential comebacks or continued absences from Spain, Hungary, and Slovakia.

Plus, we're taking a little detour to the UK, where Parliament has surprisingly decided to weigh in on the BBC’s selection strategy. Grab a coffee and join us as we break down all the early-season news!

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Get your sunscreen and scorecards ready, because the Eurovision machine is moving faster than a wind machine on full blast! In this episode, we unpack the massive news that the Black Sea coastal hub of Burgas has officially beaten out Sofia to host the 71st Eurovision Song Contest in May 2027! We're breaking down what a beach-mode contest means for Bulgaria's maiden hosting gig. 

Plus, we dive straight into the EBU's sweeping new rule overhauls, including strict hosting blocks for regions caught in active conflicts and the official age floor bump to 18.

And hot off the press, we wrap up with the latest on corporate sponsorships as Moroccanoil officially steps away after six years! What does this mean for the future of the contest?

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The talk around town is all about the future of the contest, and honestly, things are getting interesting.

First up, the chatter about Canada joining the 2027 party is everywhere. We’re all sitting back to see how this fits with the contest's roots - the debate is heating up, and we're definitely keeping our eyes peeled for what this actually means for the competition.

We also touch upon that inadvertent disclosure that pointed strongly to Sofia as the chosen city. Was it a leak? Is it set in stone, or something else? We discuss it on today's episode.

Then there’s the buzz about Eurovision Asia. You’ve probably heard some rumours floating around the winner's involvement on the main Eurovision stage in 2027. While it’s still early days and the details are as clear as mud, it’s a massive "what if" that has everyone guessing how that crossover might actually work.

And Italy is shaking things up for Sanremo 2027. They’re trialing a brand-new format with a dedicated night just to pick their Eurovision rep. It’s a bold, calculated move that has us all analyzing every detail - we’re here for the drama, but we’re waiting to see if it delivers the goods on the big night.

This is one not to miss - if you're having the post-Eurovision blues, join us for the goss and the fact-checking!

The Eurovision 2026 post-final dust has barely settled in Sofia, but you know us - we are already looking ahead!In our latest episode, we are diving deep into all the early whispers and official movements for the road to 2027.

Are we about to see some familiar flags back on the leaderboard? We unpack the latest rumblings around potential returns from North Macedonia, Slovakia, and Hungary! Plus, the race is officially on for the next host city - we are breaking down the early candidates stepping up to the plate. We also look at Italy’s intriguing new Sanremo plans and what a potential dedicated “Eurovision night” could mean for the festival, before wrapping it all up with what’s actually on the table for the crucial EBU General Assembly happening this June.

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IT’S OFFICIAL: The Crystal Microphone is heading to Sofia for the first time in history! 🇧🇬✨

In this episode, we are breaking down the absolute masterpiece of a Grand Final in Vienna and bowing down to our 2026 queen, Dara, who completely shattered the scoreboard with "Bangaranga." From topping both the jury and the televote to that flawless, high-energy choreography, Bulgaria didn't just win - they made Eurovision history. But that's not all; the rest of the leaderboard gave us some of the biggest shocks, heartbreaks, and polarizing moments the contest has ever seen.

Grab your headphones as we dissect the full voting breakdown, unpack the biggest surprises of the night, and figure out what a Bulgarian Eurovision looks like for 2027. You do not want to miss this chaotic post-final debrief! 🎙️🎉

The second semi-final has just concluded at the Wiener Stadthalle, and we now have the second set of ten qualifiers with some, if not too many, surprises as the results were confirmed. Barbara and Maria, with special guest Dimitry from Eurovangelists, discuss our impressions of the night and the results.

We are now waiting for the complete running order for the Grand Final, which will be determined by the producers and the European Broadcasting Union. Remember to subscribe and follow our socials for more information as we get closer to the grand final on Saturday.

Back to you from Vienna on a new day of media rehearsals! We have just come out of the second semi final first preview and we are, once again, bringing you our impressions as we see the performances live. Remember: we have not seen these acts on screen yet, and we are only giving our opinion, not an absolute verdict!

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We are bringing you a quick episode with our impressions right after the live show. We now have our first 10 finalists of Eurovision 2026 - and we are not alone bringing you the reactions! Joining us tonight is Dimitry from @eurovangelists.

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