They may have only returned to Eurovision in 2024, but already Luxembourg have made a huge impact on their return. Three decades away might make a country unprepared for the modern standards of Eurovision, but Luxembourgish broadcaster RTl jumped straight in from the off with a large-scale national final.
And today, the finalists for the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026 have been revealed! This year’s batch will compete to represent The Grand Duchy in Vienna. After two years of qualification in a row, the team will be hoping one of this year’s 8 finalists can make it a hat-trick.
Shall we meet the hopefuls for Luxembourg in 2026? Let’s do this!
The Luxembourg Song Contest 2026: Meet the finalists
Irem
Irem will feel right at home in Vienna should she win the Luxembourg Song Contest, as she studies Physics at the university there. A multi-talented artist, Irem trained in classical music theory from the Luxembourg Conservatory, as well as in jazz dance.
If you think this makes it sound like she will crack out a classical ballad, or something more traditional, don’t be so hasty! Her most recent EP ‘Diamonds & Burkins’, is stacked with fabulous upbeat pop, with some mild hip-hop melodic elements in the title track. There are modern Billie Eillish vibes in ‘808’, and she ventures into an flamenco aura with ‘Muss los’. She isn’t afraid of playing with genres and style. We can’t wait to see what she brings to LSC!
Steve Castile
Another smart cookie here, as Steve is ploughing away at his music career whilst also studing a Master’s degree. He has been creating music for 15 years, after discovering his love for it on a piano app on his iPad (aww!).
Steve posts stunning acoustic covers to his YouTube channel, showcasing his soulful voice. He has performed tracks by artists inccluding Tom Odell, John Legend, and ESCZ alum (and more importantly Oscar-winner…I guess) Marketa Irglová. His voice has a distinct tone which could really help him stand out in the competition, depending on his song. He could go very far with a moving track, we wish him the best of luck in the competition!
Hugo One
Hugo One is a classically trained artist who ventures into upbeat pop more these days! He has performed at Luxembourg Pride in 2025, and his repetoire has some delightful bangers such as ‘Aimer Encore’ and ‘Shivers’. His voice is smooth as butter, and replicated live will surely set the stage alight at the Luxembourg Song Contest!
With Eurovision taking place in May, we could get an early Song of the Summer from Hugo if he is bringing the right song to the Luxembourg Song Contest. He is definitely one to watch in the show, for those that want something to dance to. Could we see him in Vienna? Let’s see!
ShiroKuro
Next up we have ShiroKuro, a 3-piece indie-pop band based in Liège, Belgium. The Luuxembourgish tie is to their guitarist and pianist Louis, who is from the nation. The band is rounded out by Nathanaël on vocals and violin, and Matias on drums.
Their 2023 EP ‘In Sight’ gives dramatic vibes, like a more anthemic Alt-J. Recent videos on their Instagram give Sudden Lights hints with a smidge of funkiness in there. They honestly sound incredible, and so fun to listen to. We can’t wait to see what their song for LSC sounds like, at they sound super versatile and exciting. They could be one for the rock band fans in the EuroFandom, of which we know there are plenty. Fans of Katarsis or even people who loved the minimalist nature of 2019’s Slovenian darlings Zalagasper could get on board with this. However, with such a varied sound within the genre, we could see something unexpected.
Daryss
Another artist with a Belgian tie, is Daryss. Daryss studied at Conservatoire of the Dramatic Arts in Mons, near the French border in Belgium. She studied theatre there, and now runs a theatre school for children and adults. She teaches there, as well as directing productions. Impressive!
With a theatrical theme to her hsitory, could we see a huge ballad with a strong moment to keep us captivated? We hope so! Daryss auditioned for Luxembourg Song Contest in both 2023 and 2024, and this is her first time making it to the final at the Rockhal in the capital.
Andrew The Martian
Andrew The Martian (no, we don’t know more about the artist name choice) is a Portuguese artist who has lived in Luxembourg for a decade now. His discography is compiled of singles in the Portuguese language, with pop elements mixed with the laidback nature of fado.
Andrew says he sees music as the language of his emotions. Smooth, and it’s certainly giving the expectations for something mellow and powerful simultaneously. He participated in a Eurovision song-writing camp in June this year, and he evidently came through with the goods, as he has made it to the final of Luxembourg’s national final! His vocals are stunning too, and not just on studio edits. There may only be one video on his Instagram, but his cover of ‘Green Eyes’ by Coldplay for his child is adorable and beautiful.
Where Luxembourg’s national final has been accused in the past of maybe being a bit generic in places, Andrew The Martian is another example this year of a truly exciting artist who will bring some spice to proceedings.
Eva Marija
Eva Marija’s story is one that began with the Eurovision Song Contest, back when she was 3 years old. Eva saw Norwegian icon Alexander Rybak snatch the highest-ever score at the time at the contest with “Fairytale” and it inspired her to take up the violin. From here she went on to become a musical savant. She learned violin, piano, and bass guitar at the Luxembourg Conservatory, as well as honing her singing skills. She uses her talent across a variety of genres, from jazz to rock, so we will have to see what she brings to the Rockhal.
Eva Marija was born and rasied in Luxembourg to Slovenian parents, and she stays close to both nationalities. She currently lives in The UK, as she studies songwriting in the capital, London. With so many different vibes and styles in these cultures, she has plenty to draw inspiration from!
Luzac
We have a returnee, as our final participant! Luzac attempted to represent Luxembourg in Basel, with his catchy pop track “Je Danse”. He did well in the final, coming third, but the question is can he better that this year? He’ll be eager to, after seeing his colleague Laura Thorn qualify in May.
Luzac utilises a soft vocal with powerful beats to create something unique, with gentle piano tinkling in the bridge being followed up by heavy bass in his last try. Should he come back with something different in 2026? Will we be seeing him in Vienna with a French language song, like “Je Danse”? We will have to wait a little longer to see!
Who are you most looking forward to seeing at the Luxembourg Song Contest 2026? Is anyone already giving you winner vibes before we’ve heard a note? Can they qualify for a third time in a row? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
