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Greece has a storied history at the Eurovision Song Contest, participating nearly every year since its debut in 1974 and famously winning in 2005 with Helena Paparizou – “My Number One.” After a strong 6th‑place finish in 2025 with Klavdia – “Asteromáta,” fans are buzzing as the nation’s selection process, Sing for Greece 2026 (Ethnikós Telikós), unfolds in February. This year’s format includes two semi‑finals and a grand final, where the song and artist that will represent Greece in Vienna later this spring will be chosen.

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What’s Happening Tonight?

Tonight marks Semi‑Final 1 of Sing for Greece 2026! The show takes place at Peiraios 260 in Tavros, Athens, beginning at 20:00 CET and airing live on ERT1 and streaming on ERTFLIX. Seven of tonight’s 14 acts will qualify for the national final based on 100% public voting.

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Tonight’s Semi‑Final 1 Lineup (11 February 2026)

1. Alexandra Sieti – The Other Side
2. The Astrolabe – Drop It
3. Desi G – Aphrodite
4. Akylas – Ferto
5. Evangelia – Parea
6. Panagiotis Tsakalakos – 2nd Chance
7. Niya – Slipping Away
8. Marseaux – Χάνομαι (I’m Lost)
9. Rosanna Mailan – Άλμα (Alma)
10. Stefi – Europa
11. Revery – The Songwriter
12. Dinamiss – Chaos
13. Stylianos – You & I
14. Spheyiaa – Χίλια Κομμάτια (A Thousand Pieces)

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Who Are the Big Favourites?

Tonight, several acts are already capturing the attention of fans and Eurovision followers. Evangelia, a Greek‑American singer, returns after a strong showing in last year’s national final with her energetic style and catchy songs. Akylas is also a top contender, with his track “Ferto” frequently topping fan discussions and predictions. Pop‑oriented Marseaux brings the emotional song “Χάνομαι” (Khánomai), which has been gaining buzz online. Finally, Dinamiss, a returning competitor with previous national selection experience, hopes to make an impact with their track “Chaos.”

Let’s discuss all of them!

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Evangelia

One of the top favourites in Semi‑Final 1 is Evangelia, a Greek‑American singer known for her energetic style and previous success in Greece’s national selections. Born in New Jersey, she blends pop with Greek influences and has been building her career with catchy singles and her debut album Peproméno. 🎵

Evangelia has persistently pursued the Eurovision dream, submitting songs to national selections multiple times over the last few years, including entries like “Ónira” for Greece in 2022, “Aphrodite” for Cyprus the same year, and “Páli” in 2023. She finally placed second in the 2025 Greek national final with her song “Vále”. In that selection she narrowly missed out on representing Greece at Eurovision, finishing just behind the 2025 entrant.

Tonight, she performs “Paréa” (“friends”/“crew”), an upbeat, party‑ready track mixing Greek and English lyrics. The song celebrates friendship, living in the moment, and fun rhythms, making it a standout in the semi‑final. Evangelia and her team say the song perfectly captures the joyful, communal spirit she wants to bring to Eurovision.

With her experience, international profile and energetic performance, Evangelia is definitely one to watch tonight.

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Akylas

Another big favourite in the Semi‑Final 1 is Akylas, a rising Greek artist whose entry “Ferto” has turned into one of the standout tracks of Sing for Greece 2026. The song has gone viral online, surpassing 2 million views on YouTube even before the live shows and is leading fan discussions and betting odds ahead of tonight’s semi‑final.

Akylas combines catchy hooks with meaningful lyrics. “Ferto” blends upbeat energy and danceable rhythms with a deeper message about overconsumption, ambition and personal struggle, serving as a tribute to his upbringing and his mother’s sacrifices.

Thanks to its viral success, enthusiastic audience reactions and strong buzz in both Greece and across Europe, Akylas is widely seen as a serious contender to progress to the final, and possibly even become Greece’s representative at Eurovision 2026.

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Marseaux

One of tonight’s favourites in Semi‑Final 1 is Marseaux, a Greek pop artist whose song “Χάνομαι” (“I’m Lost”) has quickly become one of the most talked‑about entries in Sing for Greece 2026. The track, created with hit‑maker Solmeister, blends modern pop with emotional lyrics about nostalgia and reconnecting with one’s youthful self, which Marseaux says deeply resonates with her personally.

Marseaux has dreamed of Eurovision since childhood, often saying that she told her mother she wanted to compete one day. She tried entering before in 2020 but now feels better prepared with “Χάνομαι” and the connection it creates with listeners.

Her heartfelt backstory and strong streaming presence have made her a standout contender to qualify from tonight’s semi‑final and possibly represent Greece in Vienna.

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Dinamiss

We are concluding our look with Dinamiss, a returning Greek artist known for energetic performances and catchy, modern tracks. Over the years, Dinamiss has built a reputation in Greece’s national selections, gaining experience and a loyal fanbase.

This year, Dinamiss performs “Chaos”, a high-energy song blending pop and electronic elements. The track explores themes of self-expression, freedom, and breaking away from limitations, making it both fun and relatable for tonight’s audience.

With a confident stage presence, strong performance skills, and a track that resonates with younger audiences, Dinamiss is widely seen as a serious contender to qualify for the final and potentially represent Greece at Eurovision 2026.

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Semi-Final 1 Kicks Off: Who Will Advance to the Greek Eurovision Final?

As the night unfolds at Semi‑Final 1 of Sing for Greece 2026, fans across the country are eagerly watching their favourites take the stage. With strong performances from Evangelia, Akylas, Marseaux, Dinamiss and the other talented acts, it promises to be a thrilling evening full of music, energy, and surprises.

Every performance could tip the balance, as the public vote will decide which seven acts advance to the grand final, bringing them one step closer to representing Greece at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna.

Stay tuned for live updates, reactions, and the results, because tonight’s semi-final is just the beginning of Greece’s exciting journey to the Eurovision stage.

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Before we finish, let’s take a moment to remember Marina Satti, one of Greece’s most distinctive Eurovision performers. She represented Greece at Eurovision 2024 in Malmö with the song “Zari”, which combined traditional Greek and Balkan sounds with modern pop and urban influences. Her performance was praised for its originality, energy, and cultural richness, earning her 11th place in the Grand Final with 126 points.

Although she did not win, Zari became a major hit, connecting with audiences across Europe and gaining millions of streams on YouTube and Spotify. The song is celebrated for bringing Greek music traditions to the international stage in a fresh and modern way.

🎥 Watch Marina Satti’s unforgettable Eurovision performance here:

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Tonight’s show is a major step in Greece’s journey to Eurovision Vienna 2026. With half of the finalists decided right here. Stay tuned for performances, voting updates, and who advances to the final!