Eclipse (Delta Goodrem song)

"Eclipse"
Single by Delta Goodrem
Released1 March 2026 (2026-03-01)
Length3:00
Label
  • Alted
  • Better Now
Songwriters
ProducerMichael Fatkin
Delta Goodrem singles chronology
"Hearts on the Run"
(2024)		 "Eclipse"
(2026)		 "Hologram"
(2026)
Music videos
"Eclipse" on YouTube
"Eclipse" (Steve Anderson remix) on YouTube
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 entry
Country
Artist
Delta Goodrem
Languages
English
Finals performance
Semi-final result
3rd
Semi-final points
222
Final result
4th
Final points
287
Entry chronology
◄ "Milkshake Man" (2025)
Official performance videos
"Eclipse" (second semi-final) on YouTube
"Eclipse" (grand final) on YouTube

"Eclipse" is a song by the Australian singer and songwriter Delta Goodrem, released on 1 March 2026 through Atled and Better Now Records. It was written by Goodrem in collaboration with producer Michael Fatkin, alongside co-writers Jonas Myrin and Ferras Alqaisi. "Eclipse" represented Australia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, becoming the first Australian entry to qualify for the final, since the 2023 entry, "Promise". It placed fourth with 287 points and will be included on Goodrem's eighth studio album, Pure (2026).

"Eclipse" peaked at number ninety-nine on the ARIA Singles Chart, number two on the ARIA Top 20 Australian Artist Singles Chart, and secured the top position on the AIR Independent Singles Chart. It also reached the top ten on both the UK Singles Sales Chart and the Singles Downloads Chart.

Background

Conception and composition

"Eclipse" was written and produced by Michael Fatkin, with additional writing credit to Delta Goodrem, Jonas Myrin, and Ferras Alqaisi. In an interview with Hope 103.2, Myrin revealed the song's concept came to him while on a plane traveling to Australia to work with Goodrem. He described the song's central concept as being inspired by "those rare, almost supernatural moments in life that feel like glimpses of heaven", with the eclipse phenomenon representing a symbol of unity and alignment.[1]

Eurovision Song Contest 2026

Internal selection

Goodrem performing "Eclipse" during the semi-finals, which features staging and production by Dan Shipton and Ross Nicholson.

On 3 September 2025, at their upfront presentation, SBS announced its intention to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026.[2] On 1 March 2026, it was revealed that Goodrem was selected to represent Australia.[3][4] In a statement to the press, Goodrem called her selection "a celebration" and cited previous Eurovision performers Celine Dion and Olivia Newton-John as her influences.[5]

Eurovision

The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 took place at Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria. The event featured two semi-finals on 12 and 14 May, followed by the grand final on 16 May 2026.[6] In the allocation draw conducted on 12 January 2026, Australia was assigned to compete in the second semi-final, performing in the latter half of the show.[7] Goodrem performed eleventh, succeeding Denmark's Søren Torpegaard Lund and preceding Ukraine's Leléka,[8] placing third with 222 points.[9] Advancing to the finals,[10][11] she performed eighth, succeeding Ukraine's Leléka and preceding Serbia's Lavina.[12] Goodrem placed fourth, earning 287 points.[13]

Staging and production

Goodrem's performance was staged and produced by Dan Shipton and Ross Nicholson of Black Skull Creative.[14][15][16]

Reactions to performance

Following Goodrem's dress rehearsal, several publications praised her performance. Digital Spy believed that she "sounded like a winner" in their headline.[17] News.com.au wrote that her rehearsal proved her to be a fan favourite, while reviewing that Goodrem "flawlessly belted" the song.[18] Following her performance at the semi-final (14 May), The Guardian described the performance as "precise and undeniable", despite also believing it to be "safe". They further noted Goodrem's vocal performance as "note-perfect" in comparison to the studio recording.[19] The Sydney Morning Herald's Michael Idato predicted the performance would be "destined for the history books".[14] In their review of Goodrem's semi-final performance, Alt Bollywood noted she showcased a "masterclass" in "[c]inematic [s]torytelling".[20]

Anthony Albanese, the prime minister of Australia, praised Goodrem's performance during the finals. In a statement, he remarked: "Delta Goodrem is someone who can be very, very proud of her efforts. And all Australians are proud of Delta."[21] Rolling Stone Australia described the performance as one of the year's best.[22]

Critical reception

NPR recognised "Eclipse" as an honourable mention on their list of the top ten best songs competing at Eurovision. However, Glen Weldon characterised the song's lyrical content as "willfully obtuse" and deemed it "hilariously overproduced".[23]

Commercial performance

In Australia, "Eclipse" debuted at number 99 on the ARIA Singles Chart,[24] and peaked at number two on the ARIA Top 20 Australian Artist Singles Chart.[25] This achievement is notable as it marks the eighth Australian Eurovision release to appear on the ARIA Charts and represents Goodrem's first charting single since 2020's "Paralyzed".[26] It later peaked at number two on the chart.[27] Additionally, it entered at number one on the AIR Independent Singles Chart.[28] Elsewhere, "Eclipse" peaked on the UK Singles Sales Chart at number six[29] and reached number four on the Singles Downloads Chart.[30] It charted at number 44 in Finland and number 70 in Sweden.[31][32]

During the solar eclipse of August 12 2026, Spotify noted a 40 per cent increase in streaming of the song worldwide.[33]

Music video

Liam Pethick directed the music video for "Eclipse", which was produced by Brian Purnell.[4] The video was filmed in the dunes of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia,[34] featuring Goodrem performing the song among a "circle of mirrored plinths". It showcases visuals that represent the song's "kinetic eclipse of light and shadow".[3][35]

Personnel

Credits adapted from Tidal.[36]

  • Delta Goodrem – lead vocals, songwriting, piano
  • Michael Fatkin – production, songwriting, programming, background vocals
  • Ferras Alqaisi – songwriting, background vocals, musician, piano
  • Jonas Myrin – songwriting, background vocals, musician
  • Nicole McLean – background vocals, musician
  • Devon Curry – drum kit
  • Matthew Copley – guitar, musician
  • Pia Salvia – harp, musician
  • Leon Zervos – mastering
  • Jamie Snell – mixing
  • Allison Marin – musician, synth strings
  • Antonia Marin – musician, synth strings
  • Darryl Beaton – musician, piano
  • Kieran Ledwidge – musician, synth strings
  • Devon Curry – programming

Charts

Weekly chart performance
Chart (2026) Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[24] 99
Australia Independent (AIR)[28] 1
Austria (Ö3 Austria Top 40)[37]28
Finland (Suomen virallinen lista)[31]44
Greece International (IFPI)[38] 34
Sweden (Sverigetopplistan)[32] 70
Switzerland (Schweizer Hitparade)[39]70
UK Singles Sales (OCC)[29] 6

Release history

Release history
Date Format(s) Version Label Ref.
1 March 2026
Original
  • Atled
  • Better Now
 [40][41]
3 April 2026 Steve Anderson remix [42]

References

  1. ↑ Bennett, Laura (30 March 2026). "An Anthem of Hope and Unity: the Story Behind Australia's Eurovision Entry". Hope 103.2. Archived from the original on 14 May 2026. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  2. ↑ Knox, David (3 September 2025). "Upfronts 2026: SBS: Alone, The Chaplain, FIFA and Eurovision". TV Tonight. Archived from the original on 3 March 2026. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  3. 1 2 Lynch, Jessica (1 March 2026). "Delta Goodrem to represent Australia at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna". Billboard. ISSN 0006-2510. OCLC 732913734. Archived from the original on 3 March 2026. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  4. 1 2 Lochrie, Conor (1 March 2026). "Delta Goodrem to represent Australia at Eurovision 2026". Rolling Stone Australia. eISSN 3066-0580. ISSN 1320-0615. Archived from the original on 3 March 2026. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  5. ↑ Sun, Michael (1 March 2026). "Delta Goodrem to represent Australia at Eurovision 2026". The Guardian. eISSN 1756-3224. ISSN 0261-3077. OCLC 60623878. Archived from the original on 3 March 2026. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  6. ↑ France-Presse, Agence (20 August 2025). "Vienna announced as host city for Eurovision Song Contest 2026". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 3 March 2026. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  7. ↑ "Vienna 2026: Semi-Final draw results" (Press release). Eurovision Song Contest. 12 January 2026. Archived from the original on 3 March 2026. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
  8. ↑ "Vienna 2026: Semi-Final running orders revealed" (Press release). Eurovision Song Contest. 2 April 2026. Archived from the original on 6 April 2026. Retrieved 6 April 2026.
  9. ↑ "Eurovision 2026 semi-final two results". Eurovisionworld. Archived from the original on 17 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  10. ↑ Griffiths, Neil (14 May 2026). "Delta Goodrem advances to Eurovision grand final". Rolling Stone Australia. eISSN 3066-0580. ISSN 1320-0615. Archived from the original on 14 May 2026. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  11. ↑ "Eurovision 2026: The second Semi-Final qualifiers" (Press release). Eurovision Song Contest. 14 May 2026. Archived from the original on 14 May 2026. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  12. ↑ "The running order of the Eurovision 2026 grand final" (Press release). Eurovision Song Contest. 15 May 2026. Archived from the original on 16 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  13. ↑ "Dara wins the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 for Bulgaria" (Press release). Eurovision Song Contest. 17 May 2026. Archived from the original on 17 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  14. 1 2 Idato, Michael (14 May 2026). "The sun goddess rises: Delta Goodrem electrifies the Eurovision stage". The Sydney Morning Herald. ISSN 0312-6315. OCLC 226369741. Archived from the original on 16 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  15. ↑ Bullock, Clara (15 May 2026). "Eurovision 2026: Director's mission to make show 'cool again'". BBC News. Archived from the original on 16 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  16. ↑ "You're not meant to look at an 'Eclipse', but you won't be able to take your eyes off Delta's Eurovision staging" (Press release). Special Broadcasting Service. 10 May 2026. Archived from the original on 16 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  17. ↑ Sayce, Rebecca (14 May 2026). "Eurovision's Delta Goodrem 'sounds like a winner' as she's set to perform on 'iconic' stage tonight". Digital Spy. Archived from the original on 14 May 2026. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  18. ↑ Goulis, Leah (14 May 2026). "'Winner': Delta wows crowd at Eurovision". News.com.au. Archived from the original on 14 May 2026. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  19. ↑ Gilligan, Eilish (14 May 2026). "Eurovision 2026: Delta Goodrem sends Australia to the grand final with note-perfect performance". The Guardian. eISSN 1756-3224. ISSN 0261-3077. OCLC 60623878. Archived from the original on 16 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  20. ↑ Singh, Rajveer (14 May 2026). "Delta's Eurovision performance has a secret message every other review missed – and what it means for her score". Alt Bollywood. Archived from the original on 16 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  21. ↑ Press, Australian Associated (16 May 2026). "'She was phenomenal, she was iconic': Delta Goodrem wins praise as Australia places fourth at Eurovision". The Guardian. eISSN 1756-3224. ISSN 0261-3077. OCLC 60623878. Archived from the original on 17 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  22. ↑ Griffiths, Neil (16 May 2026). "Delta Goodrem puts on incredible performance at Eurovision". Rolling Stone Australia. eISSN 3066-0580. ISSN 1320-0615. Archived from the original on 17 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  23. ↑ Weldon, Glen (14 May 2026). "The 10 best songs competing at (a very contentious) Eurovision". NPR. Archived from the original on 17 May 2026. Retrieved 16 May 2026.
  24. 1 2 "The ARIA Report: Week commencing 25 May 2026". The ARIA Report. No. 1890. 25 May 2026. p. 4.
  25. ↑ "ARIA Top 20 Australian Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 25 May 2026. Archived from the original on 24 May 2026. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
  26. ↑ Tsinivits, Kyriakos (6 March 2026). "Eurovision 2026: Delta Goodrem's 'Eclipse' hits the Australian music charts". Aussievision. Archived from the original on 7 March 2026. Retrieved 7 March 2026.
  27. ↑ "ARIA Top 20 Australian Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 25 May 2026. Archived from the original on 24 May 2026. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
  28. 1 2 "100% Independent Singles". Australian Independent Record Labels Association. 9 March 2026. Archived from the original on 3 April 2026. Retrieved 3 April 2026.
  29. 1 2 "Official Singles Sales Chart on 22/5/2026". Official Charts Company. 22 May 2026. Archived from the original on 22 May 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
  30. ↑ "Official Singles Downloads Chart on 22/5/2026". Official Charts Company. 22 May 2026. Archived from the original on 22 May 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
  31. 1 2 "Delta Goodrem: Eclipse" (in Finnish). Musiikkituottajat. Retrieved 23 May 2026.
  32. 1 2 "Veckolista singlar, vecka 21" [Weekly chart singles, week 21] (in Swedish). Sverigetopplistan. 2026. Archived from the original on 22 May 2026. Retrieved 22 May 2026.
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  35. ↑ "Global powerhouse Delta Goodrem to represent Australia at this year's Eurovision Song Contest" (Press release). Special Broadcasting Service. 2 March 2026. Archived from the original on 7 March 2026. Retrieved 7 March 2026.
  36. ↑ Goodrem, Delta (1 March 2026). "Eclipse | Credits". Retrieved 2 March 2026 – via Tidal.
  37. ↑ "Delta Goodrem – Eclipse" (in German). Ö3 Austria Top 40. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
  38. ↑ "IFPI Charts – Digital Singles Chart (International) – Εβδομάδα: 20/2026" [IFPI Charts – Digital Singles Chart (International) – Week: 20/2026] (in Greek). IFPI Greece. 2026. Archived from the original on 27 May 2026. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  39. ↑ "Delta Goodrem – Eclipse". Swiss Singles Chart. Retrieved 25 May 2026.
  40. ↑ Goodrem, Delta (1 March 2026). "Eclipse". Atlead Records. Retrieved 2 March 2026 – via Tidal.
  41. ↑ Goodrem, Delta (1 March 2026). "Eclipse – single". Atled Records, Better Now Records. Retrieved 2 March 2026 – via Apple Music.
  42. ↑ Goodrem, Delta (3 April 2026). "Eclipse (Steve Anderson remix) – single". Atled Records, Better Now Records. Retrieved 24 May 2026 – via Apple Music.
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