Lilla Al-Fadji has transformed from a comedic side-project of one of Sweden's biggest rappers, to an alter ego that how has taken over his existence. Now topping the Spotify charts, here is the story of the character from Stockholm's suburbs that is making the entire nation of Sweden delulu.

Pete Parkkonen and Linda Lampenius have secured a record-breaking UMK victory with 'Liekinheitin,' but their journey to Vienna 2026 is far from simple. As Finland eyes its second Eurovision trophy, Ben Robertson reports from Tampere on the political pressures, boycotts, and the difficult balancing act facing the artists.

Dude Points examines the power and responsibility placed on Sanremo's Artistic Director. With complete control over the songs, the acts and the presentation, their decisions echo across Italy and the world. Were the right choices made in 2026?

UMK has evolved into an "artist bootcamp" where Finnish technical precision meets a rebellious, no-rules creative spirit. Ben Robertson writes how this National Final puts in an effort like no other to produce each three-minute performance and delivering quality, rather than quantity.

Ilaria Pagano compares the two approaches of Sanremo's most recent Artistic Directors, Amadeus and Carlo Conti.