Armenian broadcaster AMPTV has selected SIMÓN as its Eurovision 2026 act via an internal selection.
By announcing the Armenian entrant, the class of Eurovision 2026 has been completed with 35 shiny stars to claim the stage in Vienna.
You can watch the official music video of “Paloma Rumba“, the Armenian entry for Eurovision 2026
The lyricists are: Rosa Linn (Armenia, Eurovision 2022), David Tserunyan (The Armenian Head of Eurovision Delegation), and Eva Voskanyan. The composer of the entry is Lilit Navasardyan.
“Paloma Rumba” serves as Armenia’s vibrant anthem for Vienna, exploring the catharsis of choosing oneself over routine. The title symbolizes a “Dove’s Rumba”: a joyful, liberated dance of a spirit long confined. Through sharp lyrical wit and SIMÓN’s charismatic performance, the track charts a journey from the monotony of unfulfilling work to the exhilarating freedom of passion. It is a celebration of the exact moment we let go of our anchors to follow our own heartbeat.
About SIMÓN
The singer has competed in the Armenian national selection “Depi Evratesil 2025” for Eurovision 2025, where he finished as the runner-up.
He is originally from Hrazdan, Armenia. The singer has shown his interest in dancing and singing from an early age. His professional background is in economics, but he has never worked in that field.
Over the years, Simon has became one of the well-known dancers in Armenia
Armenia will compete in semi-final 2 of Eurovision 2026 (May 14th, 2026).
The country will perform in the first half of the show.
Eurovision 2026 will be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th, 2026.
