News From the Music World
Eurovision’s vote on Israel’s 2026 participation now hangs in political purgatory until December 2025. The truce dictates more than music as organizers scramble for alternatives. Safety concerns mount daily.
Spain considers becoming the first Big Five nation to boycott Eurovision if Israel performs, igniting fierce debate within RTVE and dividing the Spanish public. Political principles clash with cultural traditions. Musicians fear the consequences.
Céline Dion’s triumphant Eurovision return shattered by a devastating seizure in Basel. Her battle with stiff-person syndrome forces a heartbreaking exit as Austria claims victory. Her legacy endures despite her absence.
