Who will follow in the footsteps of Austrian artist JJ, the winner of Eurovision in 2025? For now, the answer remains a mystery. However, as the weeks go by, more details are emerging about the upcoming 70th edition of Eurovision. Next spring, the iconic song contest will be broadcast live from Vienna, Austria, from May 12 to 16, 2026, culminating in the highly anticipated grand finale.
In the meantime, the 35 participating countries at this year's Eurovision are gradually revealing their selected entrants and the songs they'll perform on stage. So far, 16 artists and groups have already been announced. Who are they? Here’s a closer look at the talented acts representing their countries in this musical showcase.
Alis: the artist selected by Albania for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest has been announced. Full name Alis Kallaçi, the singer first captured the public’s attention in 2023 when he won the fifth season of X Factor Albania. Following his success at Festivali i Këngës, Alis has been chosen to represent Albania at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna. This coming May, he’ll be taking the stage with his song "Nân" to showcase his country’s talent on the international stage.
Another country in the running for Eurovision 2026, and another artist making headlines: Dara will be representing Bulgaria this spring. As of now, the song she’ll perform hasn’t been revealed yet, so stay tuned for updates!
What’s the latest on Croatia? For Eurovision 2026, Lelek has been selected as the country’s representative, with their song "Andromeda." This Croatian ethno-pop group, formed in September 2024, features five members: Inka Večerina Perušić, Judita Štorga, Korina Olivia Rogić, Lara Brtan, and Marina Ramljak. Entirely female, Lelek crafts a captivating blend of traditional Croatian folk sounds woven seamlessly with contemporary arrangements, combining electronic production with pop sensibilities.
With tracks like "Tanani Nani" and "The Soul of My Soul", the band Lelek has already made waves back home. This spring, they aim to turn heads in Vienna with their song "Andromeda", confidently looking to stand out at the 70th edition of the Eurovision.
We head to Cyprus, which has chosen to spotlight Antigoni this year with her track "JALLA." "JALLA", meaning “MORE” in Cypriot dialect, is a vibrant tune set to get many on their feet with its blend of traditional sounds and dynamic rhythms.
Denmark has also revealed its pick for 2026. The spot goes to Søren Torpegaard Lund, a promising young singer-songwriter. A graduate of the Danish School of Performing Arts, he clinched the victory during the annual "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" competition. With his song "Før vi går hjem", he outperformed seven other contestants to take the top spot.
Interestingly, the artist previously competed in the "Dansk Melodi Grand Prix" in 2023 with the song "Lige Her". This time, Søren Torpegaard Lund takes the top spot and will have the honor of representing his country this spring with his track "Før vi går hjem". Now, all that remains is to see whether this song will win over the judges and fans watching Eurovision next May.
From another country comes another representative: Vanilla Ninja, which will carry Estonia’s colors with their song "Too Epic To Be True". This trio, made up of Lenna Kuurmaa (vocals), Piret Järvis-Milder (vocals, guitar), and Kerli Kivilaan (vocals, guitar, bass), formed in 2002 in Tallinn, the country’s capital. Since then, the band has gained recognition beyond Estonia’s borders, thanks to hits like "Tough Enough", "When The Indians Cry", "Blue Tattoo", "I Know", and "Dangerzone".
This isn’t the trio’s first time competing in Eurovision. Back in 2005, Vanilla Ninja represented Switzerland with their hit "Cool Vibes", which ultimately finished in eighth place in the final. Will their latest song, "Too Epic To Be True", for Estonia, do even better? We’ll find out next May!
We head to Georgia, which has decided to focus on a musical act this year: the Bzikebi duo. Comprised of Giorgi Shiolashvili, Mariam Tatulashvili, and Mariam Kikuashvili, the group first gained fame by winning Eurovision Junior in 2008 with their hit "Bzz...". Now, in 2026, Bzikebi is making its comeback to the spotlight. But this time, the trio will be representing Georgia at the Eurovision Song Contest. Will Bzikebi manage to win over the jury this spring? Stay tuned for the answer! Also, don’t miss out on the upcoming reveal of the song the group will perform this spring in Austria.
Heading to Greece to discover Akylas, the country's representative for 2026. It was in 2024 that the artist first gained recognition in Greece with his hit song "Atelié". A self-taught musician from Serrès, Akylas crafts a multicultural and contemporary sound infused with authentic Greek identity. This spring, in an effort to stand out, the Greek singer will perform the track "Ferto".
Meanwhile, Israel is counting on Noam Bettan to stand out. Born into a French family, Noam Bettan grew up in Ra'anana, Israel. As a singer, songwriter, and performer, he released his debut album in 2023 along with a series of singles that have racked up millions of streams across digital platforms. The song he will perform this spring remains under wraps for now.
Atvara has been named as Latvia’s representative for this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Coming up in May, she will perform her song "Ēnā" in a bid to reach the finals and secure the victory at this renowned music competition.
Atvara first gained widespread recognition on TikTok with her debut single "Pie Manis Tveries". The artist is also known for her collaboration with Intars Busulis on the track "Vai Drīkst Kāpt Dziļāk", and for her latest single "Dzīve Mūs Mētā".
What about Luxembourg? The country has announced Eva Marija as its representative for 2026. The singer has already revealed the track she will perform next May in Austria, titled "Mother Nature".
A true all-rounder, Eva Marija has enrolled at the Luxembourg Conservatory to master the violin, singing, piano, and bass guitar across a wide range of genres, from jazz and classical to pop and rock. This spring, she's determined to showcase her full talent and help Luxembourg reach the Eurovision final.
Malta
Malta is banking on AIDAN and his hit "Bella." Considered one of Malta’s most popular artists in recent years, AIDAN is a familiar face at major festivals. The singer has also sold out shows at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC), the country’s largest venue, in 2024 and again in 2025.
Satoshi has been chosen this year to represent Moldova. Born Vlad Sabajuc, Satoshi is a singer, songwriter, and rapper hailing from Cahul, a southwestern city in Moldova located near the Romanian border. He launched his music project under the name Satoshi in 2019. Since then, the artist has released three albums and numerous hit singles. Most recently, Satoshi dropped an EP in collaboration with Feoctist and Magnat.
This spring, the artist aims to stand out at Eurovision with their song "Viva, Moldova."
We're heading to Montenegro to catch a performance by Tamara Živković, who will be representing her country from the Balkans this coming May.
If her name isn’t familiar, Tamara Živković has been racking up hits locally, especially with tracks like "Poguban Let", "Prošla Godina", and "Konačno Svoja". This spring, she’s aiming to shine once again with "Nova Zora", the song selected to represent her country at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.
Continuing with Switzerland, which has chosen Veronica Fusaro to represent its colors. If her name doesn’t ring a bell, know that Veronica Fusaro was named Best Talent by Swiss national radio SRF 3 in 2016. Since then, the artist has performed over 500 concerts across Switzerland and abroad, sharing stages at Glastonbury, the Montreux Jazz Festival, and Gurtenfestival. She even opened for Mark Knopfler at the Nîmes Amphitheatre! Now, all eyes are on what she will choose to perform this spring in Vienna at the Eurovision contest.
Ukraine will, on its side, be able to count on Leléka in an effort to bring the trophy home with the song "Ridnym." Behind this musical project, founded in Berlin in 2016, is singer-songwriter Victoria Leleka. A graduate of the Karpenko-Karyi Theatre University in Kyiv, she initially began her career as an actress at the Molodyi Theatre in Ukraine’s capital. Eventually, she shifted her focus to music. With five albums to her name, Leléka has created numerous hit songs, as well as original soundtracks for the acclaimed series "And There Will Be People."
What about France? As we write these lines, the country has yet to announce the artist who will wear the French colors this year. Stay tuned to find out who will follow in Louane's footsteps—last year's representative for France at the Eurovision Song Contest.
There are still 19 countries left to reveal their Eurovision 2026 representatives, including Armenia, Australia, Austria—last year's winner—Azerbaijan, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.
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