Now playing Next Culture news Israel will compete at Eurovision after changing lyrics to its song Organisers have confirmed that Israel will be allowed to compete at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 after changing the lyrics to its song ‘October Rain’ - now titled ‘Hurricane’. 08/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision: Israel U-turns and agrees to controversial lyrics change Threatened with exclusion, Israel has finally agreed to change its controversial song entry... 04/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision 2024: Does Israel face disqualification? The tug-of-war between Eurovision and Israel continues, as two songs – ‘October Rain’ and its runner up ‘Dance Forever’ - have reportedly been rejected for their "political" nature. Israel has until 11 March to submit a song that complies with the Eurovision rules. 29/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Euroviews. Don’t silence Israel’s story at Eurovision If it does not allow Eden Golan to perform her song "October Rain" as written, the EBU would overlook Israel's lived experience, indirectly dismissing the suffering of the Jewish state, Sacha Roytman Dratwa writes. 23/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Over 400 stars sign letter supporting Israel's inclusion in Eurovision The letter comes in response to calls to ban the country from entry into this year's Eurovision song contest that's set to take place in Sweden. 15/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision 2024: What's the controversy over Spain’s ‘Zorra’ entry? Call a man a ‘zorro’, he’s a rascal. Call a woman ‘zorra’, she’s a slag. Warning: This article contains language some people may find offensive. Right from the start. 06/02/2024
Now playing Next Art Unseen moments of Sanremo Festival revealed in Turin photo exhibition A new photography exhibition offers a candid glimpse into the early golden years of the Sanremo Music Festival through hidden back-stage moments. 06/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Could this Palestinian singer be representing Iceland at Eurovision? A Palestinian singer has been named as a participant in Iceland's Eurovision Song Contest selection process, amidst broader discussions about the Nordic country potentially boycotting the event. 25/01/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision 2024: Nordic artists calling for Israel to be banned Following calls for boycott since it was confirmed that Israel would be participating in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, more and more petitions are demanding the exclusion of Israel, over alleged war crimes in Gaza. 16/01/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Singer eyed as Israel's Eurovision entry dies fighting in Gaza The Israeli military reservist successfully auditioned for Israel's pick for next year's Eurovision Song Contest, to be held next year in Sweden - amidst calls the contest should be boycotted due to Israel’s inclusion. 28/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news BBC urged to drop Olly Alexander from Eurovision after Israel comments The UK entrant for next year's Eurovision endorsed a statement by an LGBTQ+ “direct action” pressure group accusing Israel of genocide. Now, several groups are demanding the BBC drop Olly Alexander. 21/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Boycott Eurovision? Backlash as Israel approved for 2024 Song Contest "'United by the music' or united by committing a genocide?" Eurovision faces backlash after Israel approved for 2024 participation. 11/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news France's Zoe Clauzure triumphs at Junior Eurovision Song Contest France has won the junior version of the Eurovision song contest with Zoe Clauzure and her song 'Coeur'. 27/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision Song Contest 2024: Swedish city of Malmö chosen to host It’s official: Malmö will host Eurovision 2024, with the three live shows taking place on 7, 9 and 11 May. 07/07/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision Grand Final to mix pop and politics with glitzy united show Ten acts from each semi-final have qualified along with last year’s winner Ukraine and the Big Five countries who fund Eurovision - France, Germany, the UK, Spain and Italy. 13/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Who is stand out Eurovision host Hannah Waddingham? While the 'Game of Thrones' and 'Ted Lasso' star is already popular in some circles, it's likely that her star turn hosting the Eurovision Song Contest will propel her to further fame. 12/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Planning Eurovision Song Contest is all in a day (and night’s) work Following the news that the Eurovision grand final will be – for the first time – broadcast in 500 cinemas around the UK, here's our insiders look behind the scenes look at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool. 10/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Ten more countries qualify for the Eurovision song contest final A good night for Sweden and a bad night for Ireland as 10 out of 15 countries qualify for the final of the Eurovision Song Contest. 10/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Quiz: How well do you really know Eurovision? In this quiz, we'll put your knowledge of Eurovision to the test with a mix of fun and challenging questions that cover everything from past winners to iconic performances and more. 09/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news The most eye-catching outfits in the history of Eurovision Take a look at some of the most outstanding / outlandish fashion choices of the last 64 Eurovision Song Contests. 04/05/2023
