Readers React to UMK Artists: Over 3000 Voted
Finnish readers overwhelmingly support the idea that the winner of the UMK competition should represent Finland at the Eurovision Song Contest, despite Yle's inability to enforce participation.
Criticism of the National Eurovision Selection Participants and Jury by F. M. Leščiauskaitė: 'Most Performances Are Terrible'
F. M. Leščiauskaitė critiques the performances in Lithuania's Eurovision national selection, describing them as lacking talent compared to local school shows.
Just a step away from the intriguing 'Eurovision' selection final: who is predicted to have the greatest chance of winning?
The article discusses the prospects of the group SHWR in the upcoming Eurovision selection final, with predictions pointing to their song "Contact!" as a strong contender.
Foreigners assessed the upcoming national 'Eurovision' final: one performer could win the competition
Inspectors from various countries have evaluated Lithuania's potential representatives for the Eurovision competition, highlighting performances and rankings.
At the presentation of the Liepa album – a large gathering of famous friends: the songs debuted live
Lithuanian artist Liepa Norkevičienė presents her new album, 'Pradžia', marking her evolution as a songwriter and her commitment to authentic musical expression.
Grand Prix winner wants to sing in Danish at Eurovision
Søren Torpegaard Lund, the winner of the Danish Melodi Grand Prix, will perform his winning song in Danish at the Eurovision Song Contest.
They will perform at the UMK opening number
Finnish artists JJ and Erika Vikman will perform together at the opening of the UMK, featuring a mashup and Vikman's new single.
What is the name of the duo that won Eurovision in 1985?
A quiz article poses various questions, including one about the duo that won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1985.
After the storm over Atikin qualifying for the Eurovision selection final – L. Suodaitis' criticism
The Lithuanian artist Atikin, who secured a spot in the Eurovision final with his song "Deganti žemelė," faces criticism due to his prior performances in Russia.
Protest to Accompany the Eurovison Final in Vilnius: Organizers Raise Demands
A protest in Vilnius will coincide with the Eurovison final, driven by demands regarding Israel's participation amidst ongoing conflict with Palestine.
If you want Finland in the Eurovision, vote for them
The article discusses the upcoming Uuden musiikin kilpailu and the potential representatives for Finland in Eurovision, highlighting that winners can refuse to participate.
Perspective: Yle is fooling around - Finns are paying
The article criticizes Yle for undermining the purpose of the UMK competition and failing to ensure that the winner represents Finland at Eurovision.
The National Eurovision Selection Final is This Friday
Participants will compete for the title during the National Eurovision selection final this Friday, featuring guest performances and audience voting.
Vote: Should the UMK winner participate in the Eurovision?
A debate arises in Finland about whether the winner of the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) should be obliged to participate in Eurovision after a recent announcement by Yle.
Unexpected News: The Leader of the Group "The Roop" Will Appear in Germany's "Eurovision" Selection
Vaidotas, the leader of the Lithuanian band The Roop, is set to participate as a member of the international jury in Germany's Eurovision Song Contest selection event.
More Eurovision participants are revealed: The Greeks send a social media star, the Estonians one of the most popular groups
Belgium's entrant for the Eurovision Song Contest, ESSYLA, aims to convey a message of hope with her song 'Dancing on the Ice.'
The UMK winner is not obliged to participate in the Eurovision - A heated discussion erupted on social media
The winner of Finland's Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) isn't obligated to represent the country at Eurovision, sparking heavy debate online.
VIDEO INTERVIEW: Tommy Cash on his outfit choice for the presidential reception: I just threw on what I had
Estonia celebrates its 108th anniversary on February 24, and among the guests at the presidential reception is Tommy Cash, who represented Estonia at Eurovision last year.
Whose mother is a famous actress? Test how well you know this year's UMK artists
Iltalehti presents a quiz testing knowledge on this year's UMK artists ahead of the final for Finland's representative at the Eurovision Song Contest.
IN PHOTO ⟩ Dior sweater on and fiancée on his arm! Tommy Cash arrived at the President's reception
Tommy Cash, who achieved third place in Eurovision, attended Estonia's Republic Day concert alongside his fiancée Polina.
After shocking comments by R. Tautkus about the finalists of the national 'Eurovision' – a strong response from LRT
R. Tautkus criticized the national 'Eurovision' finalists, particularly the group 'SHWR', prompting a response from LRT.
Yle: What Happens If the UMK Winner Refuses the Eurovision Participation
The UMK winner is not obligated to participate in Eurovision, especially in the context of protests against Israel's involvement due to the Gaza conflict.
Yle finally reports whether the UMK winner must go to Eurovision
Yle Uutiset reveals that the winner of the UMK can refuse to represent Finland at Eurovision.
Yle: UMK winner can refuse to participate in Eurovision
The article discusses the possibility that the winner of Finland's UMK competition might refuse to represent the country in the Eurovision contest due to political concerns.
Käärijä Released Pictures from Thailand: A Companion Caught Followers' Attention
Finnish artist Käärijä shares vacation photos from Thailand featuring his friend and fellow Eurovision contestant Bojan Cvjetićanin, sparking excitement among fans.
Käärijä published vacation photos from Thailand - the focus was stolen
Finnish artist Käärijä shares photos from his vacation in Thailand, drawing fan attention to his friendship with Slovenian singer Bojan Cvjetićanin.
New Islamic Fatwa: Zionist Sanremo
An Islamic group protests the Sanremo Music Festival, linking it to the normalization of Israel's image, amidst controversy over the participation of Israeli artists in Eurovision.
Comment: The favorite performs last in UMK, does it matter?
The article discusses the implications of the performance order for the favorite act in Finland's Uuden musiikin kilpailu (UMK) and argues that it is unlikely to affect the competition outcome.
Who will win UMK? Vote!
The Uuden musiikin kilpailu (UMK) competition will take place this Saturday, February 28, in Tampere, Finland, featuring seven performers competing for the right to represent Finland at Eurovision.
"Cultural Shock": Singer Atvara is planning how to reach Europe
Latvian singer Atvara plans her strategy to engage with the Eurovision audience after winning the national selection.
It was revealed which performer received an additional ticket to the national 'Eurovision' selection final
Nøra Blu won an additional ticket to the national Eurovision selection final with her song 'Hold My Own', as announced by LRT.
Changes in the voting procedure of the national 'Eurovision' selection final
The decision to eliminate SMS voting for the national 'Eurovision' selection final aims to ensure a smooth and transparent voting process.
Sonja Lumme performs her hit 'Eläköön Elämä' at the UMK final
Sonja Lumme will perform her hit song 'Eläköön Elämä' as part of the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) final in February, celebrating 100 years of Yle.
Here is the interim performer of the New Music Competition
Yle has announced that Sonja Lumme will perform during the interim show at the upcoming New Music Competition, celebrating Yle's 100th anniversary.
A Surprising Announcement from the 'Eurovision' Selection Organizers – The Anger of the NØRA BLU Team
The NØRA BLU team expresses their outrage over alleged voting manipulation and smear campaigns during the Eurovision selection process.
ARMAS KLÕPS: So large already! Lenna Kuurmaa shares a shot with the youngest family member
Estonian singer Lenna Kuurmaa shares heartfelt moments with her youngest child while performing in South America, as her band Vanilla Ninja prepares for the Eurovision Song Contest.
Genuine shock: Should the song be changed now?
Søren Torpegaard Lund is confronted with the possibility of having to translate his song for the Danish Melodi Grand Prix, as most competitors are singing in English, despite a trend towards local languages returning to the competition.
Important news after the ‘Eurovision’ semifinals
The voting for the Lithuanian Eurovision selection will take place on LRT.lt, allowing viewers to cast their votes until February 23 at midnight.
Will the poignant song in Latvian be heard in Vienna? Foreign Eurovision fans' opinions on Atvara's song
The song "Ēnā" by Atvara has received high praise from Eurovision fans for its thematic depth and emotional resonance.
The fifth national 'Eurovision' semifinal has begun: who will win the last tickets to the final?
The fifth semifinal of Lithuania's national Eurovision selection process is taking place, with eight participants performing for a chance to join the final scheduled for February 27 in Vilnius.
Perspective: Yle Ruined UMK
Criticism arises as interest in Finland's Uuden musiikin kilpailu (UMK) noticeably declines, overshadowed by other topics like the Olympics.
WEEK'S FACE ⟩ Ninjas 'get the job done'
The Estonian public has chosen Vanilla Ninja's song 'Too Epic to Be True' for the Eurovision Song Contest, prompting mixed reactions regarding the aesthetic value of the competition.
Israel's Eurovision song approved – this is how it was changed
Israel's Eurovision entry has been approved by the EBU after adjustments were made to the original song.
Skåne songwriter Anderz Wrethov behind several finalists in Melodifestivalen
Anderz Wrethov, a prominent songwriter, is competing with three potential entries in this year's Melodifestivalen after previously representing Sweden in Eurovision.
The Messiahs of the Week: From Akylas to Brad Pitt
The article discusses the hopes and expectations surrounding Akylas, a rising artist from Serres, Greece, who has been chosen to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest.
The group 'Katarsis' announces their only summer concert in the capital
Lithuanian band 'Katarsis,' known for representing Lithuania in Eurovision, is set to perform a unique concert at the Lukiškių Prison in Vilnius, where they create and engage with the community.
EBU has made changes to the lyrics of Israel's Eurovision entry
The European Broadcasting Union has made minor changes to Israel's Eurovision entry lyrics, a decision made after the original entry was deemed too political.
EBU has made changes to the text of Israel's Eurovision entry
The EBU has made minor changes to the text of Israel's Eurovision entry for 2024, following the rejection of a previous entry due to its political content.
More than 360,000 people supported the Eesti Laul final
The Eesti Laul 2026 final attracted over 360,000 viewers through national media channels.
Robin Juhkental: As a musician, I have had to endure insults and physical attacks
Estonian musician Robin Juhkental recounts the physical and verbal abuse he faced following the Eurovision competition.