Matilda Källén: Lilla Al-Fadji Brightened Up Long-Winded Semi-Final in Sundsvall
Matilda Källén reflects on the Melodifestivalen semi-final in Sundsvall, highlighting the standout performances and the overall feeling of the event.
Sanna Nielsen and Lilla Al-Fadji to the final in Melodifestivalen
Sanna Nielsen and Lilla Al-Fadji have advanced to the final of Melodifestivalen with their respective performances.
Melodifestivalen's Next Round in Sundsvall
The fifth semifinal of Melodifestivalen 2026 took place in Sundsvall, showcasing a lively atmosphere and engaging performances.
Lilla Al-Fadji on the Melodifestivalen Contribution: 'A very, very anabolic song'
Lilla Al-Fadji is making his debut at the Melodifestivalen with the song 'Delulu,' encouraging Swedes to embrace their delusions.
Matilda Källén: Here are the favorites in the last semifinal
Dagens Nyheter's Matilda Källén previews the final semifinal of Melodifestivalen, highlighting favorites and providing ratings for the Saturday night songs.
Sanna Nielsen is back: "So damn glad that Mello exists"
Sanna Nielsen returns to Melodifestivalen twelve years after her last win, despite previously stating she would not compete again, expressing excitement for her journey as she celebrates thirty years as an artist.
Cimberly: "I have fought hard"
Cimberly expresses her disbelief and joy after advancing directly to the finals of Melodifestivalen, a prominent music competition in Sweden.
Analysis: How Melodifestivalen's Fourth Semi-Final Went
Tali da Silva provides insights into the fourth semi-final of Melodifestivalen, highlighting both the standout performances and concerns over the event.
Matilda Källén: Malmö's sludge seeped into the semi-finals – but nice with an unexpected finalist
The Melodifestivalen semi-final in Malmö was marked by expected results but also an unexpected finalist, Cimberly.
Cimberly and Smash Into Pieces to the final in Mellon
Cimberly and Smash Into Pieces secure their spots in the final of Melodifestivalen's fourth semi-final in Malmö.
Cimberly and Smash into Pieces make it to the final in Mellon
Cimberly and Smash Into Pieces have qualified for the finals of Melodifestivalen based on their performances in the fourth semifinal in Malmö.
Timo Räisänen: 'There are a lot of things that break when I've lost'
Swedish artist Timo Räisänen reflects on his emotional struggles with losses in competitions and his upcoming participation in Melodifestivalen after a long wait to perform.
Matilda Källén: Cimberly is the best – but the small-town rock boys are favorites in semi-final 4
Matilda Källén reviews the performances in the fourth semi-final of the Melodifestivalen, highlighting Cimberly's impressive pop disco hit and the strong competition from small-town rock bands.
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.
Meira Omar on Mello in Malmö: "The song is a great declaration of love"
Meira Omar discusses her new song 'Dooset daram' in an interview, emphasizing its strong connection to her personal life and her previous participation in Melodifestivalen.
Analysis: Melodifestivalen Semi-Final 3
Saga Ludvigsson and Medina qualified directly for the final in the third semi-final of Melodifestivalen 2026, along with newcomer Eva Jumatate.
Matilda Källén: When Medina sings that everything will be alright, I want to believe them
In a recent review, Matilda Källén praises the uplifting presence of Medina’s performance during a somewhat disappointing Melodifestivalen event in Kristianstad.
Medina and Saga Ludvigsson advance to the final in Melodifestivalen
Medina and Saga Ludvigsson have secured their places in the final of Melodifestivalen, with Medina's song "Viva L’Amour" and Ludvigsson's "Ain't Today" making the cut.
Medina and Saga Ludvigsson to Final in Melodifestivalen
Predicted candidates Medina and Saga Ludvigsson have secured their spots in the final of Melodifestivalen's third semi-final.
Matilda Källén: Rock and Revolution Favorites in the Third Semi-Final
In the latest round of Sweden's Melodifestivalen, Matilda Källén reviews entries including rock'n'roll and a poignant ballad, highlighting standout performances.
Ubbe in Korslagda is ready for Mello: 'I become obsessed with the rock'n'roll devil'
The rock band Korslagda, led by Stefan Sjur, is set to participate in Melodifestivalen, with Sjur discussing their journey and the alter ego Ubbe Näslund.
Eva, 18, youngest competitor in Mello: "More nervous about the driver's license"
18-year-old Eva Jumatate recalls her childhood memories of attending Melodifestivalen and shares her excitement as a competitor in the upcoming 2026 event.
Maria, 26, from Nyköping is behind the final entry in Latvia's 'Mello'
Maria Malmström, a 26-year-old from Nyköping, is one of the songwriters behind a favorite entry in Latvia's version of Melodifestivalen, Supernova.
Mette-Marit became the target of mockery
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit faced ridicule after a Swedish television host made jokes referencing her recent apology regarding her ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Matilda Källén: Perhaps Felicia is the only true 'Mello baddie' of the competition
The article discusses Felicia's strong performance in the second round of Melodifestivalen and her potential to become a standout artist.
The Favorites Held – Brandsta Goes Directly to the Final
Brandsta City Släckers and Felicia advance directly to the final of Melodifestivalen with their performances, capturing the Swedish public's hearts.
A surprising viewer in Sweden's Eurovison qualifiers: Jeffrey Epstein
A recently discovered video from Sweden's 1985 Melodifestivalen reveals Jeffrey Epstein in the audience during the event, prompting discussion about his connections to the entertainment industry.
Brandsta City Släckers: 'It's like we've had two jobs'
Brandsta City Släckers is competing in the Melodifestivalen with their song 'Rakt in i elden', marking a resurgence in their career.
Matilda Källén: They have the best chances for the final in the second semi-final
Matilda Källén shares her favorites and rates the entries in the second semi-final of Melodifestivalen, highlighting various artists and their unique backgrounds.
She was Miss Filth - now Felicia competes as herself
Felicia Eriksson, previously known as Miss Filth, is competing in Melodifestivalen as her true self for the second time.
Junior Lerin on the viral TikTok clip with just microphone sound: "I share that"
Junior Lerin expresses satisfaction with being featured in viral TikTok clips showcasing his song "Copacabana boy" without background music, emphasizing his joy in connecting with the Swedish audience.
The Mello artists on the spread of microphone sound: "It's stressful"
Artists from Melodifestivalen discuss the impact of their performances being shared on TikTok without background music, exposing their vocal performances and attracting mockery on social media.
Is it so wrong to love Epstein's favorite book?
The article discusses public reactions to Jeffrey Epstein's affinity for 'Lolita,' the launch of a Melania Trump documentary, and frustrations concerning the voting process of the Melodifestivalen.
Johan Croneman: What does SVT really do for us six million who hate Mello?
Johan Croneman critiques SVT's focus on Melodifestivalen and their neglect towards the majority of the population that does not watch it.
Alex Schulman: Did Gina Dirawi have her nose operated on – or not?
Alex Schulman reflects on the nostalgia of watching Melodifestivalen and questions whether Gina Dirawi has had a nose job.
Matilda Källén: Greczula can go all the way
In the first semifinal of Melodifestivalen held in Linköping, Matilda Källén discusses the standout performances, particularly highlighting Greczula's potential success and the oddity of Junior Lerins' number.
A-Teens and Greczula to the final in Melodifestivalen
The group A-Teens, with their song 'Iconic,' and Greczula, who received the most votes, advance to the final of Melodifestivalen, along with Jacqline who qualified with 'Woman.'
A-Teens back in Mello after reunion: 'Super proud'
The teen band A-Teens reunited as a featured act in Melodifestivalen 2024, 18 years after their split, competing with their song 'Iconic.'
Matilda Källén: They become the first finalists of Melodifestivalen
Melodifestivalen returns with its first semifinal in Linköping, where Matilda Källén shares predictions and ratings for the entries.