At the Festival the Mystery of the Code (Sal) Da Vinci
Sal Da Vinci's traditional song surprised many at the festival, becoming a highlight amidst a trend of musical simplifications.
Vaasa encourages residents to save water with an original three-minute song challenge
The city of Vaasa has launched a 'One Song Shower' challenge to encourage residents to conserve water and energy.
Malika Ayane and the Cosmetic Kit 'Nocturnal Animals', Rai Initiates Checks
Italian singer Malika Ayane faces scrutiny for potentially promoting a cosmetic brand in connection with her song 'Animali notturni' during a performance at the Sanremo festival.
Song and social strategy: here’s how to win Sanremo
The third night of the 76th Sanremo Festival saw two of the three juries vote, with public and radio juries providing a snapshot of contestant preferences based on social media engagement.
Yash and Kiara to Create 'Destruction' Before Holi, First Romantic Poster Released
The eagerly anticipated song 'Tabahi' from Yash's movie 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' has generated significant buzz with the release of its first poster.
Before the national 'Eurovision' final, Atikin, embroiled in scandals, speaks: 'I have nothing to hide'
Reper Nikita Vaitkevičius-Atikin addresses controversies over his past in Russia as he prepares for the national Eurovision finals with his song 'Deganti žemelė'.
The Rolling Stones and their controversy against the Trump family: "I am not Donald's DJ"
Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones has denied direct involvement in the decision to allow the song 'Gimme Shelter' to be used in a documentary about Melania Trump, amidst conflicting reports from the filmmakers.
Streaming flop at Sanremo, no song above one million listens. The times of 'Brividi' are far away
The Sanremo Festival experienced a significant decline in streaming numbers with no songs surpassing one million listens on Spotify, marking a stark contrast to previous years.
Swedish top comedian believes: Finland will win Eurovision
Swedish comedian Branne Pavlovic expresses optimism that Finland, represented by Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen, will win the Eurovision contest with their song 'Liekinheitin'.
Sal da Vinci among the favorites at Sanremo. The stigma of 'neomelodico', redemption with Rossetto and coffee
Sal da Vinci, an artist celebrated for overcoming the stigma associated with 'neomelodico' music, is favored to win at the Sanremo Music Festival with his song "Per sempre sì."
"Sudden Lights" releases new song together with Estonian musician NOËP - "it drives me (out of my mind)"
The Baltic music collaboration between the Latvian band Sudden Lights and Estonian artist NOËP has resulted in a new song titled "it drives me (out of my mind)."
Neha Returns After a Break, Releases New Song on the Occasion of Holi
Bollywood singer Neha Kakkar has released a new song titled 'Mera Suit' for Holi, which has received mixed reactions from fans.
The Finns Party were shocked by Yle's announcement: "Does UMK need to be organized at all?"
The Finns Party expressed outrage over Yle's decision not to require the winner of the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) to represent Finland at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Lorraine Kelly abruptly halts ITV show with 'breaking news' announcement
Lorraine Kelly interrupted her ITV show to announce breaking news about the Eurovision Song Contest involving Boy George.
Incommunicado on discussions about Atikin - Paul de Miko's strict reaction: 'Stop'
Artist Paul de Miko has reacted critically to discussions surrounding the song 'Atikin', especially its implications about diplomatic negotiations after warfare.
To win Sanremo, a song and social strategy are needed
The Sanremo Festival's voting process, heavily influenced by social media, reveals the top contenders after the third night, led by Arisa.
Flávia Bacelar's brother composes song for the journalist who died at 31: 'As long as the sun shines, you will live'
Luís Paulo Cochá, brother of journalist Flávia Bacelar, composed a tribute song following her death from aggressive cancer at the age of 31.
Jarkko Tamminen's suggestive imitation of UMK artist - Direct feedback from Antti Paalanen
Jarkko Tamminen humorously impersonates fellow UMK contestant Antti Paalanen in a TikTok video, adding a suggestive twist to the song 'Takatukka.'
D. Užkuraitis names the brightest favorite of the national ‘Eurovision’ selection: ‘I have no complaints’
Musicologist D. Užkuraitis praises Lion Ceccah's song 'Sólo quiero más' as a top contender for Eurovision.
Linda Lampenius comments on whether she will go to the Eurovision
Violinist Linda Lampenius engages with fans on social media, hinting at her potential participation in Eurovision if her song wins the Uuden musiikin kilpailu.
What is the connection of 'Damadam Mast Kalandar' with the Pakistan-Afghanistan war?
The article discusses the recent escalation of conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, highlighting the juxtaposition of war and the Sufi song 'Damadam Mast Kalandar.'
Eurovision: Yle's Position Annoys Experts - "God, You Should Have Left That Mention Out!"
Experts express frustration with Yle's decision allowing the winner of the New Music Competition (UMK) to opt out of the Eurovision Song Contest.
Why Min Hee-jin is shouting 'Long Live Music' despite giving up 25.6 billion won
Min Hee-jin's recent Instagram post featuring the indie band 'Danpyeon-seon Moment' and their song 'Long Live Music' signals a shift in her focus amid ongoing legal battles.
Boy George is at San Marino
Boy George will participate in the San Marino Song Contest, collaborating via video during the event.
Ivo Fomin's new song and concert series 'Without Unnecessary Words'!
Latvian rock singer Ivo Fomin has released a new song titled 'Without Unnecessary Words' and announced a concert series of the same name.
Verdone moved. Tonight I sing The Last Moon from his Borotalco
During the Sanremo Festival, Tommaso Paradiso will perform 'L'ultima Luna' alongside the band Stadio, a song from Carlo Verdone's film 'Borotalco', which deeply moved Verdone.
Song Eon-seok, after the failure of Cheon Yeong-sik's nomination by 8 votes, said, 'Some party members were unable to participate in the vote, I apologize'
Song Eon-seok, the floor leader of the People Power Party, criticized the Democratic Party for disrupting bipartisan agreement after Cheon Yeong-sik's nomination to the Broadcast, Media, and Communications Committee failed by eight votes in the National Assembly, while also apologizing for the low participation of his party's members.
Song Young-gil returns to the Democratic Party... Jeong Cheong-rae says "Expecting a significant role"
The Democratic Party of Korea has approved the return of former leader Song Young-gil following his acquittal in a corruption trial.
Song Young-gil: 'Running for Incheon Gyeyang is a return to my original ground... The will of the people and party members is important'
Former Democratic Party leader Song Young-gil reaffirms his intention to run for the Incheon Gyeyang parliamentary by-election, emphasizing the importance of the public and party members' opinions in the decision-making process by the party leadership.
Retirement of Professors Kim Yong-seon, Song Chang-ho, Kim Nak-cheol, Ryu Byeong-yeol, and Kim Gyeong-nam from Sahmyook University
Five professors from Sahmyook University retire, recognized for their contributions to academia and the community.
This is the Vida hotel at Lake Pedro Segura, where he requested Los Alegres del Barranco to play the ballad 'El Mencho'
Pedro Segura, a businessman, requested the group Los Alegres del Barranco to play a song about the notorious figure 'El Mencho' during a private event at his hotel, yet the group declined due to previous legal troubles.
Rolling Stones deny authorizing 'Gimme Shelter' in film about Melania
The Rolling Stones have denied any involvement in the licensing of their song "Gimme Shelter" for the documentary about Melania Trump.
Swan song of Sepultura in EP 'The cloud of unknowing' sounds cleaner in 'The place', single with the band's weight
Brazilian thrash metal band Sepultura releases 'The place', the lead single from their forthcoming EP 'The cloud of unknowing', marking a significant moment in their career as they prepare for a farewell tour.
Fedez and Masini, the meaning and lyrics of 'Male necessario'
At the 2026 Sanremo Festival, Fedez and Marco Masini will perform their new song 'Male necessario', merging rap and melodic singing to explore profound personal themes.
Jhayco explains the story behind the phrase about Nodal in ‘Rosita’: ‘It was taken out of context’
Jhayco addresses the backlash related to Rauw Alejandro's new song 'Rosita' and defends the lyric referencing Christian Nodal.
This character who fiddles with a melodic monster will represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest
The UK will be represented by artist Sam Bartle, known as 'LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER', at the Eurovision Song Contest with his experimental electronic music style.
Eurovision commits to strict security measures at the competition in Vienna amid tensions over Israel's participation
The Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna will implement stringent security protocols in light of rising tensions surrounding Israel's participation, despite no specific threats being identified.
Sepultura unexpectedly releases the first song from the band's farewell EP
Sepultura has surprised fans by releasing the first single from their farewell EP without prior announcement, showcasing their musical maturity.
Spotify Sanremo, the most listened song is by Fedez-Masini, Patty Pravo outside the top 30
The Spotify rankings reveal that Fedez and Marco Masini's song 'Male necessario' is currently the most listened to track from the Sanremo festival, while Patty Pravo's entry has not made it to the top 30.
Edmundas Kučinskas caused a real storm on social media: revealed Natalija Bunkė's post from the past
Lithuanian artist Edmundas Kučinskas shares an old video of singer Natalija Bunkė, praising her version of his song ‘Langas’ and reminiscing about their past interactions.
At 90, Hermínio Bello de Carvalho writes the first explicitly gay song lyric in the composer's repertoire
Hermínio Bello de Carvalho, at 90, has penned 'Cabernet Sauvignon,' the first song with an explicitly gay lyric in his catalog, set to music by Vidal Assis.
L. Suodaitis was captivated by Lithuanian Eurovision contenders, but has his favorite: 'Vieni vartai'
Laurynas Suodaitis expressed his admiration for the Lithuanian contenders in the Eurovision Song Contest while also revealing his personal favorite entry, stirring intrigue in the final selections.
OB-Double at Nockherberg: 'The Song Summarizes His Role Well This Year'
Actor Gerhard Wittmann discusses the challenges of portraying Munich's Mayor Dieter Reiter at this year's Nockherberg event.
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.
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.
Sanremo and the return of Eros Ramazzotti: an important story
Eros Ramazzotti returns to the Sanremo Music Festival, marking 40 years since his breakthrough song "Terra Promessa."
Here with me: meaning and lyrics of the song by Serena Brancale at Sanremo 2026
Serena Brancale returns to the Sanremo Festival with a poignant ballad, surprising audiences and becoming a favorite for victory.
'Jatav's Boy' Song Controversy, Stones Thrown at Dalit Wedding; Video
A controversy erupted during a Dalit wedding in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, over a song that led to a stone-throwing incident between communities.
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.
'Today you can forget me, it's carnival in Brazil': how a verse stuck on social media and marked the party in Brazil in 2026
A verse from Marina Sena's song 'Carnaval' gained massive popularity during Brazil's 2026 carnival celebrations, becoming a viral sensation on social media platforms.