Akylas performs in Greek Eurovision national final with song Ferto

On February 15, singer Akylas participated in the Greek national final organized by ERT to select the representative for the upcoming Eurovision song contest. He performed his entry titled "Ferto," which discusses themes of poverty and difficult childhood years. Media reports highlighted that the song was considered a favorite for victory from the time of its release. After the competitive part of the show, the three presenters interviewed the performers about their experiences. During this segment, Akylas shared that his mother was in the audience to support him. He further noted that "Ferto" is dedicated to her, leading to an emotional moment during the live show. The event took place as part of the official selection process for the Greek entry. The singer's personal story and his mother's presence were central highlights of the broadcast.