Ready to meet the artists set to take the Eurovision stage by storm? This year's Eurovision Song Contest will be taking place in Wiener Stadthalle, Vienna, Austria.
There's a massive range of songs, styles, staging and surprises coming our way during two semi-finals and the electrifying grand final.
This year marks 70 years of Eurovision, and is Australia's 11th time participating. You can watch all past Australian entries at our dedicated SBS On Demand Eurovision Hub.
There are 35 acts that will be taking to the stage, including our very own Delta Goodrem with her song 'Eclipse'. The music videos for each song are also available to watch on the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 Hub on SBS On Demand.
Here are the acts performing in the First Semi-Final, in Running Order
Moldova: Satoshi - "Viva, Moldova!"
Satoshi is a singer, songwriter and rapper who hails from the city of Cahul in southwest Moldova.
Initially delving into his passion for music by teaching himself how to play the drums, the artist launched his Satoshi artist project in 2019 and has since then released three albums and hit singles aplenty.
The popularity of his music has meant that he's been able to tour Moldova, Romania and beyond, and he played his first show in London in 2024. On stage, Satoshi creates a unique connection with audiences, offering emotional support through headphones and turning arenas into shared spaces of feeling and belonging.
Satoshi is drawn to contrast, be it intensity and sensitivity, or discipline and imagination. His stage name reflects his fascination with Japanese culture; it conveys the idea of clear thinking and creative awareness.
Sweden: FELICIA - "My System"
FELICIA, formerly known as Fröken Snusk, has taken Sweden by storm in a short time with her unique voice, charisma and stage presence.
She has topped the official singles chart, performed over 300 gigs and even won The Masked Singer. FELICIA has built a huge following and presence on social media, becoming one of Sweden’s most influential digital figures.
In the autumn of 2025, the artist released her first single under her own name, Black Widow. It became a Top 5 smash for the singer on Spotify and was followed in February 2026 by the release of FELICIA’s debut EP, the aptly-titled SERVE.
Under her Fröken Snusk moniker, she participated in Melodifestivalen 2024 with the song Unga och Fria, which became a huge streaming hit. Returning to the contest as FELICIA in 2026, she scored a unanimous victory with My System, which won both the public vote and the international jury vote.
Croatia: LELEK - "Andromeda"
An ethno-pop group formed in 2024, LELEK combines elements of traditional Croatian music with a modern pop sound.
The band gained a lot of attention in Croatia with their debut single Tanani Nani, and even more so following their performance at Dora 2025 with the song The Soul of My Soul, with which they placed fourth in the competition. They returned to Dora in 2026 with Andromeda, this time achieving victory.
The group consists of five members: Inka Večerina Perušić, Judita Štorga, Korina Olivia Rogić, Lara Brtan and Marina Ramljak. Together, they have cultivated a distinctive music expression that fuses Croatian folk motifs with modern arrangements and electronic production.
LELEK’s artistic focus lies in preserving and reinterpreting Slavic musical and cultural heritage through contemporary media.
Greece: Akylas - "Ferto"
A young, dynamic artist with an authentic sound and strong stage presence, Akylas became widely known in 2024 thanks to the hit single Atelié.
A self-taught musician, songwriter, and performer, Akylas began his musical career at the Serres Music School, where he cultivated his foundations in music theory, singing and composition.
Akylas honed his performance skills further through theatrical workshops in Thessaloniki and later moved to Athens to pursue his dream in music. There, he became known through his viral covers on TikTok, catching the attention of not only the public, but the music industry, too.
Since then, he's built a reputation as an entertaining performer, shaping a multicultural, contemporary sound with a Greek identity.
Portugal: Bandidos do Cante - "Rosa"
Bandidos do Cante is a group made up of Miguel Costa, Duarte Farias, Francisco Raposo, Luís Aleixo and Francisco Pestana.
The quintet carries with it the essence of 'Cante Alentejano', a traditional way of singing in Alentejo (recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity), intertwined with a contemporary pop sound.
Their debut single, Amigos Coloridos, was a sensation upon launch, shortly becoming the most played song on Portuguese radio. Since then, the group has amassed over 200,000 monthly listeners, charmed audiences of all ages, and given performances on the biggest stages in Portugal.
In January 2026, Bandidos do Cante released their first album, Bairro das Flores; a work that reflects the group's entire story and the sound that results from such a journey. The album revisits 'Cante Alentejano' in the light of the present, with songs that mix tradition with the contemporary.
Georgia: Bzikebi - "On Replay"
The members of Bzikebi were just 10 years old when they won Junior Eurovision for Georgia in 2008.
One of the most memorable Junior Eurovision winners throughout the Contest's 23-year history, Bzikebi made a lasting impression thanks to their catchy bee-themed bop Bzz.., which they performed in a made-up language while buzzing around the stage in their shiny black and yellow outfits!
Following their win in Limassol, Cyprus, the group returned to Georgia and released their album Zabuzei, which was a hit with youngsters across the nation.
The group, made up of Giorgi Shiolashvili, Mariam Tatulashvili and Mariam Kikuashvili, found themselves back in the spotlight at Junior Eurovision 2025, where they reunited to perform as one of the interval acts. Their performance of new song We Don't Sleep caused quite the buzz online, with many Song Contest sleuths wondering if this was a sign that the band might finally be making a much-anticipated transition to the Eurovision Song Contest… How right they were!
Italy: Sal Da Vinci - "Per Sempre Sì"
Sal Da Vinci, stage name of Salvatore Michael Sorrentino, is a Neapolitan artist born in 1969 in New York during a tour of his father, Mario Da Vinci, a famous singer and actor.
Sal made his stage debut at just seven years old, performing alongside leading figures in Italian cinema and theatre. But it was Sal's immense love for music that soon took over and became his focus.
In 1994, he won the Canale 5 Italian Music Festival with the song Vera, which became a hit in Latin America under the title Vida. Subsequently, he starred in Opera Buffa del Giovedì Santo and later the leading role in the musical C'era Una Volta…Scugnizzi. In 2009, Sal Da Vinci placed third at Festival di Sanremo with his song Non Riesco A Farti Innamorare; a contest he returned to and won in 2026.
In 2024, Sal released his most successful song to date, Rossetto e Caffè. The single has achieved over 450 million plays across all digital platforms, been certified double platinum and ended up being one of the most-streamed songs of the year.
Finland: Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen - "Liekinheitin"
Coming from different musical paths, popstar Pete Parkkonen and the internationally acclaimed violin legend Linda Lampenius are united by a deep love for music, performing and sharing powerful moments with their audience.
Linda Lampenius is best known worldwide as a classical violinist. At the age of eight, she joined the Helsinki Junior Strings orchestra and, by the time she was a teenager, was touring North America, Europe and Asia.
A classical solo album made her the best-selling Finnish classical artist of her time and over the course of her remarkable career, she has been seen everywhere from the stages of major symphony orchestras to Playboy covers.
Pete Parkkonen became known to larger audiences through the Idols TV show and has since then released several albums and established himself as one of Finland's leading pop and soul voices. Having toured Finnish clubs and festival stages, as well as his own live shows, Pete has earned a reputation as a charismatic live performer.
Montenegro: Tamara Živković - "Nova Zora"
With a powerful voice and a distinctive identity, Tamara Živković is one of the most popular emerging artists in Montenegro.
Raised in a musical environment and classically trained as a flautist, Tamara began performing at a young age. Her early passion for music quickly evolved into a professional career that combines strong vocal expression, stage presence and artistic authenticity.
Throughout the years Tamara has gained recognition through major regional music competitions and festival performances. In her music, Tamara promotes messages of women’s empowerment, equality and love.
Eager to continue refining her artistry, the singer is currently studying performing arts at the Faculty of Music Arts in Belgrade.
Estonia: Vanilla Ninja - "Too Epic To Be True"
Vanilla Ninja is made up of Lenna Kuurmaa (vocals), Piret Järvis-Milder (vocals, guitar) and Kerli Kivilaan (vocals, guitar, bass).
The band was founded in 2002 and quickly became a big chart success domestically, as well as in several other countries, with their first international album Traces Of Sadness being particularly popular in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Vanilla Ninja also scored several continental hits with songs such as Tough Enough, When The Indians Cry, Blue Tattoo, I Know and Dangerzone.
In 2005, their Swiss success saw Vanilla Ninja represent Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contest, where their song Cool Vibes finished in eighth place at the Grand Final.
A natural path for a band of their name to take, Vanilla Ninja launched their own ice cream in 2003, and it has been a bestselling ice cream in Estonia ever since. There are four flavours available: vanilla, chocolate, caramel and peppermint.
Israel: Noam Bettan - "Michelle"
Noam Bettan is considered one of the most distinctive voices within a new generation of Israeli artists.
Born in Israel to a French family, he grew up between cultures, languages and musical traditions; a dual identity that continues to shape his sound today. Blending contemporary pop with the raw sincerity of a singer-songwriter, Noam is known for his textured, emotionally charged vocal delivery.
He first captured national attention with his breakout hit Buba, which became a viral sensation. In 2023, he released his debut album Me’al HaMayim; a deeply personal project written during an intense creative period that established him as both a compelling performer and songwriter.
Noam’s journey to the Eurovision Song Contest stage began when he competed in the 12th season of Israel’s popular televised talent show HaKokhav HaBa, which he won in January 2026.
Germany: Sarah Engels - "Fire"
Sarah Engels first rose to national recognition in 2011, becoming known to an audience of millions through her participation in Deutschland Sucht Den Superstar.
Her debut single Call My Name and its accompanying album Heartbeat brought immediate chart success to the singer, and she also received an Echo award nomination.
Her versatility makes Sarah Engels one of Germany's most sought-after artists: from second place in Let's Dance to her victories in Das große Promibacken, The Masked Singer and Dancing on Ice, as well as regular work as a moderator, actress and voice actress.
In 2025, Sarah released her most recent album Strong Girls Club. She ended the year stepping out onto the musical stage, taking on the lead role in the Cologne production of Moulin Rouge.
Belgium: ESSYLA - "Dancing on the Ice"
Originally from Perwez, in Walloon Brabant, ESSYLA became known to audiences when she reached the final of the ninth season of The Voice Belgique.
At a young age, ESSYLA had formed her very first band. Eager to refine her artistic identity further, she perfected her vocal technique at the IMEP in Namur. Raised on French songs, ESSYLA soon developed her own tastes by listening to the great singers of jazz, folk, rock and funk.
ESSYLA kicked off her career with the release of her first two singles, Let You Go and Not My Kind of Dude. After both were well received by radio, she followed them up with the release of her debut EP, I'll Be Okay.
Through her lyrics, ESSYLA aims to share the concerns of the young women of her generation, with a central focus on female empowerment.
Lithuania: Lion Ceccah - "Sólo Quiero Más"
Hailing from Vilnius, Lion Ceccah is a stage artist, performer, songwriter, an advocate of drag culture and a specialist in musical theatre.
From an early age, he became interested in the synthesis of visual art, music, poetry and dance. He studied violin from 2000 to 2007, at the same time developing his skills in ballroom and later, street dance.
In 2017, the artist appeared on X Factor, where his performance received significant public attention and became a turning point in his career. One year later he had released his debut single Aš čia, held his first concert at St. Catherine’s Church in Vilnius, and founded the creative space Studio 91, which hosted exhibitions, performances and the first drag art workshops in Lithuania.
In 2025, Lion Ceccah participated in Lithuania’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest with the song Drobė, finishing in second place. The following year he returned, this time achieving victory.
San Marino: SENHIT - "Superstar"
A name, a face and a voice that will be familiar to many Eurovision fans, SENHIT first graced the Contest a decade and a half ago.
The singer represented San Marino with Stand By at Düsseldorf 2011, before returning ten years later at Rotterdam 2021, singing Adrenalina feat. Flo Rida. With the latter, she took San Marino to the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final and scored a hit which to date has been streamed over 20 million times on Spotify alone.
Since her Eurovision success, SENHIT has released the album DANGEROUS, featuring collaborations with Steve Aoki, Benny Benassi and, of course, Flo Rida.
As well as the Eurovision Song Contest, SENHIT has appeared on many other stages across the world, playing roles in productions of The Lion King, Hair and Fame in Germany and Switzerland.The Italian-Eritrean artist has also produced her own shows, such as The Purple Night, as well her own YouTube series.
Poland: ALICJA - "Pray"
ALICJA is a singer and songwriter who first rose to fame after winning The Voice of Poland. She is now regarded as one of the most distinctive voices on the Polish music scene.
This artist’s sound blends elements of R&B and soul, captivating listeners with the emotional depth and authenticity of her delivery; in her most recent releases in particular, ALICJA has been presenting lyrics rooted in her own personal experiences.
In 2024, she released her debut album nie wracam, which was promoted by the well-received singles Spokojnie panowie, the title track nie wracam, Za dużo łez, and W co ty dziś grasz. Currently, ALICJA is developing her first English-language album, marking the beginning of a new, international chapter in her career.
2026 was ALICJA's second time winning a Polish Eurovision pre-selection! The singer also won Poland's national final in 2020, with her song Empires. But ALICJA missed out on the opportunity to represent her country that year after the Eurovision Song Contest was cancelled, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Serbia: LAVINA - "Kraj Mene"
LAVINA is a six-member metal band from Niš in Serbia, formed in the middle of 2020.
Shortly after coming together, the band wrote and recorded what would become their debut album, Odyssey, released in 2022. In the years that followed, the band toured extensively across Europe, performing at festivals like Sziget and Eurosonic.
LAVINA’s sound is rooted in a wide range of metal and rock influences, carried by a dramatic and poetic sensibility that defines both their music and their live performances.
The band is made up of Luka Aranđelović, Pavle Aranđelović, Andrija Cvetanović, Pavle Samardzić, Nikola Petrović and Bojan Ilić.
Here are the acts performing in the Second Semi-Final, in Running Order
Bulgaria: DARA - "Bangaranga"
DARA is one of the most well-known pop musicians in her country, shaping the image of contemporary Bulgarian pop with her unique voice, commanding stage presence and unrestrained genre-blending.
DARA has been pushing the boundaries of Bulgarian music and is most known for her biggest smash hits Thunder, Call Me, and Mr. Rover, which dominated the charts for weeks. In addition to having multiple Number 1 hits on the official Bulgarian Airplay Chart, DARA has also become a prominent figure in the modern Balkan music scene.
While her songs and videos have amassed over 80 million listens and views, DARA has also been mentoring a new generation of musicians, via The Voice of Bulgaria, in 2021 and 2022.
Her most intimate project to date, the album ADHDARA, was released in 2025. This project marked her transition from a well-known pop artist in her home country to one with a distinct international identity and expanding global presence.
Azerbaijan: JIVA - "Just Go"
JIVA (Jamila Hashimova) is an Azerbaijani singer renowned for her strong vocals and the sincere performances she gives to audiences.
Her artistic journey began in 2003, when she achieved second place at the Baku Autumn competition. The singer has since taken part in various musical endeavours, performing with the renowned RAST ensemble and appearing on stage at the Montreux Jazz Festival. Later, as the lead vocalist of Hazz Band, she combined jazz elements with contemporary pop music.
Since 2017, JIVA has focused on her career as a solo artist. She records songs in the pop, dance and R&B genres, singing them in Azerbaijani, Russian and English. In 2025, another career high was achieved by the singer when she won The Voice of Azerbaijan, as part of Roya Aykhan’s team.
2026 isn't her first encounter with the Eurovision Song Contest... In 2011 JIVA reached the top three of Azerbaijan’s Eurovision national final!
Romania: Alexandra Căpitănescu - "Choke Me"
Alexandra Căpitănescu first rose to national fame in 2023, when she won The Voice of Romania.
Shortly after victory the singer released her debut EP (2024's Căpitnu) and a string of singles. She writes her songs together with her band members and a selection of other Romanian composers. Her music has led to her being able to tour across Romania, including appearances at major festivals such as Electric Castle.
In her performances, she has become renowned among fans and critics for combining artistic rigor with raw emotion in her performances.
Alexandra is a Master’s student at the Faculty of Physics in Bucharest, having already earned her undergraduate degree. Though she has always been drawn to science and plans to specialise as a medical physicist, her passion for music has accompanied her since childhood.
Luxembourg: Eva Marija - "Mother Nature"
Eva Marija’s musical journey began at the age of just three, when she fell in love with the violin after watching Alexander Rybak win the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 with Fairytale.
The musician went on to pursue a multi-disciplinary path at the Luxembourg Conservatory, studying violin, singing, piano and bass guitar, across genres from jazz and classical to pop and rock. By 14, she was performing across Luxembourg and beyond, from youth concerts and theatre productions to charity events, festivals and collaborations with local artists.
Born and raised in Luxembourg to Slovenian parents, she remains connected to both cultures. Eva is currently studying songwriting at the Institute for Contemporary Music Performance in London.
Eva has become a familiar face on London’s live music scene, sharing her original songs with audiences on a regular basis.
Czechia: Daniel Zizka - "CROSSROADS"
At just 23 years old, Daniel Zizka is already regarded as one of the most compelling voices of a new generation in Czech music.
The singer and songwriter from Prague initially studied musical theatre at the Jaroslav Ježek Conservatory, but over time his path naturally led him toward creating his own music. His songs focus on voice, emotion and storytelling.
Daniel is currently preparing the release of his debut EP, created in collaboration with producers in Prague, Vienna and California. Alongside performing, Daniel is passionate about supporting the next generation of artists and sharing what he has learned; he currently works as a vocal teacher.
Although a relative newcomer, Daniel’s music has already received airplay on several Czech radio stations. The magazine Headliner recently included him among their list of future talents in Czech music.
France: Monroe - "Regarde !"
Despite being just 17 years old, Monroe is already regarded as an established talent on the French music scene.
The singer came to the attention of audiences in 2025 thanks to her victory in Prodiges, France Télévisions' flagship talent show. Winning over the jury and the viewers with her powerful voice, artistry and charisma, this victory marked a turning point in her career and opened the doors to national recognition.
Monroe grew up between France and the United States. Introduced to singing and piano at an early age, she developed a solid musical foundation. This was enriched via choir practice and musicals, trained further thanks to her love for classical music and nourished by the demands of opera.
After her debut album was praised for its musical richness and elegance, Monroe now gets to continue her ascent by representing France at Vienna 2026.
Armenia: SIMÓN - "Paloma Rumba"
Hailing from the city of Hrazdan in Armenia, SIMÓN's passion for music, dancing and performing was evident from an early age, with his family often joking that he learned how to sing and dance before he could walk and talk!
Although he majored in economics while studying at university, SIMÓN never pursued a career in that field, choosing instead to follow his passion for performing. With years of work and dedication, SIMÓN soon became one of the most well-known dancers across the Armenian entertainment industry.
In recent years, the artist has shifted his professional focus to singing, becoming a lead performer at one of the most famous live music clubs in Yerevan, Armenia's capital. Since then, he’s been dazzling audiences at various music festivals and shows across the country.
In 2025, SIMÓN decided to follow his dream and compete to represent Armenia at the Eurovision Song Contest. He took part in Depi Evratesil, Armenia’s national final, where he was placed runner up, after earning the top scores from both the local and international juries. One year later and Armenian broadcaster ARMTV invited him to represent Armenia at Vienna 2026.
Switzerland: Veronica Fusaro - "Alice"
Born and raised in Thun, Veronica Fusaro has built a reputation as one of the most distinctive voices on the Swiss music scene.
Blending pop with elements of soul and rock, her songs combine sharp lyricism with emotional clarity and a groove-driven sound. Known for her strong stage presence, the 28-year-old musician balances vulnerability and confidence, creating performances that feel both personal and powerful.
Fusaro was named 'Best Talent' by Swiss national radio SRF 3 in 2016, marking an early milestone in her career. Since then, she has played over 500 concerts in Switzerland and abroad, appearing on stages such as Glastonbury, Montreux Jazz Festival and Gurtenfestival.
Fusaro’s current creative chapter centres on her second album, Looking for Connection, released in October 2025. The record reflects the growing desire for authenticity in a digitally overstimulated world, capturing the tension between distance and closeness through danceable grooves and lyrical honesty.
Cyprus: Antigoni - "JALLA"
Born and raised in North London, Antigoni is a singer and songwriter with Greek-Cypriot roots, who has been making waves across the music world.
Antigoni signed a publishing deal at the age of 14 and has since been developing an original style that seamlessly blends her cultural roots with her urban surroundings. The resulting sound represents her heritage through modern genres such as pop and hip-hop.
The singer has managed to grow a global audience of fans. A recent collaboration with Ahmed Saad, El Helwa Zahra, became a big hit for the pair across the Middle East and North Africa.
In 2025, Antigoni toured across the UK and Europe with Marina Satti (Greece 2024), also supporting Eleni Foureira (Cyprus 2018) at her sold-out London concert soon afterwards.
Austria: COSMÓ - "Tanzschein"
Atvara is a Latvian singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice, cinematic sound and emotionally raw storytelling.
Blending elements of pop and ballads, her music explores themes of inner strength, vulnerability and personal transformation. Atvara rose to fame on TikTok via her first single Pie Manis Tveries, which received critical acclaim and was featured on the popular TV series Nelūgtie Viesi.
The artist has since then collaborated with Intars Busulis on the song Vai Drīkst Kāpt Dziļāk, released her debut album, and continued to strengthen her impact on the Latvian music scene thanks to her recent single Dzīve Mūs Mētā.
In the summer of 2025, she sold out a string of solo concerts, receiving praise for her live performances. Atvara has also proven her stardom as a television presenter, after she co-hosted the music awards show GAMMA.
Latvia: Atvara - "Ēnā"
Growing up in the small Danish town of Gudme, Søren Torpegaard Lund had by the age of ten found his calling in the world of musical theatre.
By 17, he had applied for The Danish National School of Performing Arts, making history as the youngest person ever to be accepted. From there, he started working professionally as a singer, dancer and actor, getting to star in some of the biggest productions in Denmark.
Søren has played the part of Tony in West Side Story, Angel in Kinky Boots and Romeo in Romeo & Juliet, to name just a few of his most familiar roles.
In recent years, the performer has branched out into the wider music industry, as a songwriter and artist. Now, instead of telling someone else’s story, Søren Torpegaard Lund wants to say something with his own music.
Denmark: Søren Torpegaard Lund - "Før Vi Går Hjem"
Growing up in the small Danish town of Gudme, Søren Torpegaard Lund had by the age of ten found his calling in the world of musical theatre.
By 17, he had applied for The Danish National School of Performing Arts, making history as the youngest person ever to be accepted. From there, he started working professionally as a singer, dancer and actor, getting to star in some of the biggest productions in Denmark.
Søren has played the part of Tony in West Side Story, Angel in Kinky Boots and Romeo in Romeo & Juliet, to name just a few of his most familiar roles.
In recent years, the performer has branched out into the wider music industry, as a songwriter and artist. Now, instead of telling someone else’s story, Søren Torpegaard Lund wants to say something with his own music.
Australia: Delta Goodrem - "Eclipse"
Delta Goodrem is one of Australia’s most accomplished artists, whose career as a singer-songwriter, actress, philanthropist and entrepreneur has made a lasting impact on the global entertainment landscape.
Signing her first record deal at just 15, Delta made a huge impact internationally with her debut album Innocent Eyes, one of the highest-selling albums in Australian history. Across her career, the artist has sold more than nine million albums worldwide, achieving five Number 1 albums and nine Number 1 singles.
As a songwriter and collaborator, Delta has worked with artists including Celine Dion, Olivia Newton-John, Tony Bennett and Michael Bolton.
Away from music, Delta Goodrem has built a strong career on the screen, from the long-running Australian soap opera Neighbours to the global Netflix hit Love Is in the Air. She also spent nine seasons as a coach on The Voice Australia and performed the iconic role of Grizabella in Cats. Her book Bridge Over Troubled Dreams became a Number 1 bestseller, while her debut fragrance became the highest-selling fragrance in Australian history.
Ukraine: LELÉKA - "Ridnym"
LELÉKA is the music project of Victoria Leleka, which the artist founded in 2016, while living in Berlin.
The singer and songwriter graduated from the Karpenko-Karyi Theatre University in Kyiv and initially went on to work as an actress at the Molodyi Theatre in the Ukrainian capital.
LELÉKA continued her education in music by obtaining a master's degree in jazz composition in Dresden and studying film composition at the Babelsberg Film University. Over the past ten years, she has released five albums, many more songs, and created soundtracks for the popular series And There Will Be People.
LELÉKA’s music brings together Ukrainian tradition, contemporary sound and a distinct authorial interpretation. Her name means ‘stork’; a migratory bird that always finds its way home. For her, this is not just a symbol but a lived experience.
United Kingdom: LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER - "Eins, Zwei, Drei"
LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER is an electronic music artist, experimental singer-songwriter, and inventor of unique musical machines. With a loyal following of fans, he has toured the UK and Europe, playing his custom-made synthesizer 'Kosmo' on stage.
He first burst onto the scene in 2014 as the frontman of the indie rock band ZIBRA. The band performed at Glastonbury Festival in 2015. Since then, he launched his solo career indulging his passion for electronic and synth sounds.
LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER is also a popular YouTuber – and across social media he has 1.4 million subscribers and followers combined, with over 85 million views for his music videos and incredible inventions.
His more eccentric musical inventions include an organ made from Furby toys, a Star Wars droid orchestra, and his very own synthesiser bike.
Albania: Alis - "Nân"
Alis is a talented musician who, at a young age, has managed to build an impressive profile in the Albanian music scene.
The artist plays both the piano and guitar, which has enabled him to experiment with different musical styles and create a unique artistic identity. His career took off after winning the fifth edition of X Factor Albania, an achievement that has opened many doors and even bigger stages for the artist.
Known for his emotional vocal delivery and heartfelt storytelling, his music blends contemporary pop with deeply personal lyrics, often reflecting family, love and the small moments that shape everyday life.
Alis competed in the 63rd edition of Festivali i Këngës with the song Mjegull, where he achieved third place and cemented his status as one of the most exciting new voices in Albanian music. One year later, Alis returned for the 64th edition and achieved victory with Nân.
Malta: AIDAN - "Bella"
AIDAN is one of Malta’s most successful artists in recent years, having become a regular fixture on stages, and in the charts, across the country.
His hits, such as Naħseb Fik and Ritmu, have topped the national radio airplay charts and achieved millions of streams on platforms like Spotify and YouTube. In 2023 he released his debut album This Is AIDAN, following it up in 2025 with the seven-track EP Wild, Wild, Wild.
Beyond the studio, Aidan is celebrated as one of the country's premier live performers. This has led him to share stages with global stars at the Isle of MTV concert and headline major events like EuroPride.
AIDAN recently made history by attracting a crowd of 10,000 people to his concert AIDAN THE SHOW; the largest attendance ever recorded for a local solo artist in Malta.
Norway: JONAS LOVV - "YA YA YA"
Hailing from Bergen in Norway, JONAS LOVV has, in a short space of time, managed to solidify his reputation as a true powerhouse performer.
Norway first took notice of JONAS in 2025 during the tenth season of The Voice, where he captivated the team of coaches and the public with both a distinctive vocal grit and a stage presence that felt years ahead of his time.
JONAS spent the summer of that year proving his mettle as a live performer on some of Norway’s largest festival stages. As an entertainer, JONAS is renowned for his energy, unique style and an immense ability to connect, focusing on breaking the barrier between the stage and the audience
Musically, he embraces multiple genres, possessing an artistic expression that stands out; a skill that helped him score victory in the 2026 edition of Norway’s Melodi Grand Prix.
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