UK Eurovision entry 2026 revealed as Look Mum No Computer

YouTuber and experimental singer/songwriter Look Mum No Computer will represent the country in Vienna in May, the BBC has announced this morning.

The news was revealed on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.

The electronics performer and self-proclaimed Eurovision fan Look Mum No Computer, whose real name is Sam Battle, launched his YouTube channel in 2016.

Look Mum No Computer representing the UK at Eurovision 2026

The singer said: “I find it completely bonkers to be jumping on this wonderful and wild journey.

“I have always been a massive Eurovision fan, and I love the magical joy it brings to millions of people every year, so getting to join that legacy and fly the flag for the UK is an absolute honour that I am taking very seriously.

“I’ve been working a long-time creating, writing, and producing my own visions from scratch, and documenting my process. I will be bringing every ounce of my creativity to my performances, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear and see what we’ve created.

“I hope Eurovision is ready to get synthesised!”

Look Mum No Computer first arrived in 2016 as Sam Battle, the frontman of the indie rock band Zibra.

The band performed for BBC Introducing at Glastonbury in 2015.

Look Mum No Computer, real name Sam Battle, has been in the music scene since 2014 (Image: Melanie King/BBC)

He has since launched his solo career, focusing on electronic and synth sounds, having played at venues across the UK and Europe.

As Look Mum No Computer, Sam has released various singles, albums, and EPs.

Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to have Look Mum No Computer representing the UK at Eurovision in Vienna in 2026.

“His bold vision, unique sound and electric performance style make him a truly unforgettable artist.

“Look Mum No Computer embodies everything the UK wants to celebrate on the Eurovision stage – creativity, ambition, and a distinctly British wit.

“I am sure he will make us all proud on the international stage in May.”

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When is the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest?

This year’s Eurovision Song Contest is its 70th anniversary and is being held in Vienna, Austria, following JJ’s victory at the Grand Final last year with the song Wasted Love.

The Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will take place in Wiener Stadthalle, Vienna, on Saturday, May 16, with the Semi-Finals taking place on Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14.

The Grand Final and the Semi Finals will be broadcast live on BBC One and iPlayer, as well as BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.

What is your favourite UK Eurovision Song Contest act? Let us know in the comments.