Akylas stars in a video game-inspired journey across Greece in the official music video for the country’s Eurovision 2026 entry, “Ferto.”

Akylas' "FERTO" has captured the hearts of fans across Europe, placing Greece in second place for Eurovision 2026 with a unique performance concept on the horizon.

Akylas, the 27-year-old Greek artist representing Greece in Eurovision, from school performances to TikTok fame.

Akylas shares a touching moment with his mother on stage after winning “Sing for Greece,” as the singer prepares to represent Greece at Eurovision 2025.

The singer will represent Greece at this year’s Eurovision in Vienna after winning the national final, with votes split between the public, a Greek jury and an international panel

Fourteen acts will take the stage tonight as Greece decides who will compete at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, with the public holding more power than ever before.

As the race for Greece's Eurovision 2026 entry intensifies, 24 artists will battle for a spot in the final during the second semi-final, set to air this Friday night. The event promises star-studded performances and exciting competition.

Public voting picked the first seven finalists in Greece’s national selection, with another semifinal set to complete the lineup for Sunday’s final and the ticket to Eurovision 2026.

Cypriot singer Antigoni Baxton’s Eurovision 2026 entry “Jalla” sparks controversy for allegedly misrepresenting Cypriot culture, prompting a public letter and official response from Cyprus’ national broadcaster RIK

“Ferto” tackles themes of overconsumption and greed, drawing inspiration from childhood dreams and unfulfilled desires.

Greece will compete in the first half of the opening semi-final on May 12 in Vienna, following the official draw that set the running order and voting groups for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest

Greece’s national broadcaster will air a special show presenting excerpts from all shortlisted entries, marking the start of the selection process ahead of the country’s final choice for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna

Nemo, the 2024 Eurovision winner, has announced the symbolic return of their trophy to the European Broadcasting Union in protest against Israel’s participation, emphasizing respect for Eurovision values while affirming music’s unifying power

Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia had already pulled out, citing Israel’s war in Gaza as incompatible with the spirit of the event.

The European Broadcasting Union confirmed Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, prompting the withdrawal of the Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia amid growing tensions, boycott threats and disagreements over the contest’s neutrality

European broadcasters will meet Thursday to decide whether new rules are enough to keep the contest neutral, as several countries threaten to withdraw unless Israel is excluded over the Gaza war

The occasion marked another international distinction for Klavdia, who represents Greece in Spotify’s Equal campaign

The European Broadcasting Union delays the decision on Israel’s 2026 Eurovision entry following recent developments in the Middle East and the Gaza ceasefire agreement

Friedrich Merz calls excluding Israel from Eurovision “a scandal” and says Germany may withdraw if the ban proceeds, amid EBU plans for a November vote on participation

The European Broadcasting Union has called for a November vote on whether Israel can compete in next year’s contest, following months of division among members