Nation Song Contest 149

Nation Song Contest 149 was the 149th edition of the Nation Song Contest, hosted in Hypjø after their victory in the previous edition. This was the seventh NSC edition hosted in Hypjø, including four editions hosted when they were known as Serenate & Clair. New Bander State and Lost Islands made their debuts, with Irinatie and Artyomka permanently withdrawing from the roster.

This edition's final featured 29 nations due to a hosting error in the previous edition. Rahasia-Diati had rightfully made their debut in NSC 148 due to Dal Riata withdrawing, but New Bander State debuted as well, even though this resulted in a 61-nation roster. The mistake was discovered during NSC 148's semi-final results, and it was decided that New Bander State would be moved back to the top of the waiting list and receive a prequalifying spot upon their official debut. They opted to re-send their NSC 148 entry for their true debut this edition.

Reym-L-Dneurb emerged as the winner for the first time since NSC 37 with "L'escalier" by the Pirouettes, receiving a national record 212 points.

Semi-Final 1
Hypjø, Nallanot and Trash Canyon voted in this semi-final

Semi-Final 2
Leyla, Lacrea, Luxona and New Bander State voted in this semi-final