Eurovision in Vienna is just less than a month away. In the lead-up to the start of rehearsals, we will get to know a bit more about this year’s artists, their discography, and their Eurovision 2026 journey so far. The first artist in this year’s preview is Moldova’s Satoshi.
Satoshi’s Eurovision Journey So Far
Satoshi won the right to represent Moldova via Finala națională 2026. This year’s contest saw him dominate vote; winning both the jury and public televote. He’ll open this year’s contest on the 12th of May.
Satoshi’s song for Eurovision 2026 – “Viva, Moldova!” – written by Vlad Sabajuc, composed by Andrei Vulpe, Cătălin Temciuc, Vasile Advahov, and Vlad Sabajuc.
What do we think of “Viva, Moldova!”?
The team at That Eurovision Site has reacted to Moldova’s entry for Vienna. Molly gave her thoughts on “Viva, Moldova!”, which you can check out below.
Who is Satoshi?
Satoshi is the stage name of Vlad Sabajuc, a 27-year-old rapper and singer-songwriter born in Cahul. He became interested in music at an early age, composing his first songs at the age of 12. Later, aged 19, he adopted his moniker. He went on to sign to a local record label and has released four albums since, to domestic success.
Moldova’s Eurovision Journey
Moldova is relatively new to the Eurovision Song Contest, joining in 2005. Their debut entry, Zdob și Zdub, finished in 6th place, which had remained their highest scoring entry up until 2017. They were dethroned by returners Sunstroke Project and the song ‘Hey Mamma’, which finished in 3rd place. At the close of voting, Moldova received 374 points.
After representing Moldova in 2007, Natalia Barbu returned to Eurovision in 2024 with the song “In the Middle”. She received 20 points in the first semifinal, ultimately placing thirteenth and missing out on the grand final.
What do you think of “Viva, Moldova””? Are you excited to see what Satoshi will do in Vienna? As always, let us know what you think by commenting below. Also, be sure to follow “That Eurovision Site” on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Tumblr, Threadsand Blueskyas we gear up for Eurovision 2026!
News Source: That Eurovision Site / Satoshi
Photo Credit: Satoshi
Thomas James