UMK

The UMK (Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu) is the Finnish national competition that selects the artist and song that will represent Finland at Eurovision. Celebrated for its originality and musical diversity, it's a must for Eurovision fans.

3 March 2026

Why is UMK making Melodifestivalen seem old-fashioned?

Il y a encore quelques années, poser la question aurait été un blasphème pour tout fan d’Eurovision. Qui pourrait rivaliser…

14 January 2026

UMK26: Finland unveils the 7 candidates to succeed Erika Vikman!

If there's a national final that's eagerly awaited, it's the UMK, and the UMK26 doesn't seem to...

8 February 2025

Erika Vikman wins UMK 2025!

Erika Vikman's song "Ich Komme »" was the winner after an evening in the Finnish tradition...

5 February 2025

All about UMK, Finland's selection for Eurovision

Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu 2025 will be the 13th edition of UMK, the competition organised by Finnish broadcaster YLE (Yleisradio Oy)...

8 January 2025

UMK 2025: The artists revealed for the Finnish selection!

Update: Erika Vikman will represent Finland at Eurovision 2025! YLE, the Finnish public broadcaster, has...