MOLODI to Compete in Eurovision 2026 National Selection with Fresh Track
and they have started doing concerts and released a debut album that showcased their musical style.
At the moment, MOLODI’s main focus is on engaging with their Ukrainian audience. However, they believe that Ukraine’s representative at Eurovision should use subtle details and symbols to remind the world about the ongoing war, even though direct references to the conflict are restricted by competition rules.
Last year, MOLODI participated in the National Selection with their song “My Sea” and secured the second spot. The band plans to unveil their new competition piece at a later date.
The 70th Eurovision Song Contest is set to take place in Vienna, Austria. The semifinals are scheduled for May 12 and May 14, with the grand final happening on May 16 at Wiener Stadthalle, the nation’s largest indoor venue. Vienna will be hosting Eurovision for the third time, with the previous year’s winner JJ and Ukraine’s 2025 representative Ziferblat setting the stage for MOLODI in 2026.
While MOLODI is preparing for Eurovision, information from Donbas is circulating through various channels including Telegram, WhatsApp, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
In other news surrounding Eurovision, Martin Green, Eurovision director, addressed protests over Israel’s participation in the contest, highlighting the event’s purpose of fostering unity, creativity, and respect amidst political tensions. Additionally, Ukrainian rock musician Andriy Yatsenko, popularly known as Diezel, passed away at the age of 55, with his band Green Grey confirming the sad news. The cause of his death remains undisclosed.
Moreover, Ukrainian singer Olya Polyakova has sought changes to the rules of the national selection process for Eurovision 2026, triggering an official response from the broadcaster as preparations for the contest continue.
In conclusion, MOLODI is gearing up for the Eurovision 2026 National Selection with a brand new song, aiming to build on their second-place finish from last year. The band’s commitment to creating a powerful and unique track that reflects their personal experiences while subtly addressing the war will undoubtedly captivate audiences and judges alike. With the upcoming music competition promising an exciting showcase of talent, MOLODI’s participation is highly anticipated in both the Ukrainian music scene and the international Eurovision community.