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  1. Institutional Neglect: UK Eurovision Delegation Faces Backlash Over Artist Isolation

    UK Eurovision artist Sam Battle sat alone in the Green Room. The BBC faces criticism for its support of the British act in Vienna.

    #Eurovision2026, #BMCCriticism, #SamBattle, #Vienna, #EurovisionUK

    newsletter.tf/uk-eurovision-ar

  2. The UK's Eurovision artist was seen alone in the Green Room, sparking criticism of the BBC's support. This happened during the jury show in Vienna.

    #Eurovision2026, #BMCCriticism, #SamBattle, #Vienna, #EurovisionUK
    newsletter.tf/uk-eurovision-ar

  3. Real reason the UK never wins the Eurovision Song Contest | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV

    The final of the Eurovision Song Contest airs this evening, with a myriad of countries hoping to be…
    #Europe #EU #Eurovision #BBC #Britishmediacriticism #eurovisionsongcontest #EurovisionSongContest2026 #SamBattle #UKentry
    europesays.com/europe/43636/

  4. Look Mum No Computer reveals his self-built Eurovision “mega-synthesizer” and says ‘nil points’ is OK

    When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. As…
    #Europe #EU #Eurovision #eurovisionsongcontest #EurovisionSongContest2026 #SamBattle #SamRyder
    europesays.com/europe/43613/

  5. Fantastic books from Telos Publishing ... this year is the 70th anniversary of the contest ... so check out the UK's amazing history of taking part

    #Eurovision #eurovisionsongcontest #SONGSFOREUROPE #Eurovision2026 #lookmumnocomputer #sambattle #MusicHistory #UKMusic

  6. Look Mum No Computer Takes Eurovision Stage for UK; Entry Features German Lyrics

    Look Mum No Computer, real name Sam Battle, will represent the UK at Eurovision 2026 with 'Eins, Zwei, Drei'. The song features German lyrics, a first for the UK in 68 years.

    #Eurovision2026, #LookMumNoComputer, #SamBattle, #GermanLyrics, #UKMusic

    newsletter.tf/uk-eurovision-en

  7. The UK's Eurovision entry for 2026 features German lyrics, a change not seen in 68 years. This marks a significant creative shift for the country's participation.

    #Eurovision2026, #LookMumNoComputer, #SamBattle, #GermanLyrics, #UKMusic
    newsletter.tf/uk-eurovision-en

  8. WTF, Look Mum No Computer is doing the UK part in ESC!!

    That would be the first time in 25 years I am watching #ESC again!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XR2RvfZ-68

    Surly not his best track by far, but a pop hymn nevertheless. So no real music recommendation by me – but still I totally dig the Gesamtkunstwerk Sam Battle

    #lookmumnocomputer #SamBattle
  9. WTF, Look Mum No Computer is doing the UK part in ESC!!

    That would be the first time in 25 years I am watching #ESC again!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XR2RvfZ-68

    Surly not his best track by far, but a pop hymn nevertheless. So no real music recommendation by me – but still I totally dig the Gesamtkunstwerk Sam Battle

    #lookmumnocomputer #SamBattle
  10. WTF, Look Mum No Computer is doing the UK part in ESC!!

    That would be the first time in 25 years I am watching #ESC again!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XR2RvfZ-68

    Surly not his best track by far, but a pop hymn nevertheless. So no real music recommendation by me – but still I totally dig the Gesamtkunstwerk Sam Battle

    #lookmumnocomputer #SamBattle
  11. WTF, Look Mum No Computer is doing the UK part in ESC!!

    That would be the first time in 25 years I am watching #ESC again!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XR2RvfZ-68

    Surly not his best track by far, but a pop hymn nevertheless. So no real music recommendation by me – but still I totally dig the Gesamtkunstwerk Sam Battle

    #lookmumnocomputer #SamBattle
  12. WTF, Look Mum No Computer is doing the UK part in ESC!!

    That would be the first time in 25 years I am watching #ESC again!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XR2RvfZ-68

    Surly not his best track by far, but a pop hymn nevertheless. So no real music recommendation by me – but still I totally dig the Gesamtkunstwerk Sam Battle

    #lookmumnocomputer #SamBattle
  13. UK unveils Eurovision 2026 Entry: Look Mum No Computer to fly the flag in Vienna - #LookMumNoComputer @LookMumNoComputer #SamBattle
    Read the full article here: ift.tt/gMAtZjN
    More at Music-News.com

  14. LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER to represent UK at Eurovision 2026 as five countries boycott contest over Israel’s inclusion

    The announcement was made on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2, confirming that Kent‑based performer Sam Battle will fly the flag for the UK at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in May.

    LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER is known for his eccentric electronic inventions, viral music machines and high‑energy live shows, and has built a huge online following with more than 85 million views across his channels.

    ‘Completely bonkers… but an honour’

    Battle, who performs as LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER, said joining Eurovision felt surreal.

    He said:

    “I find it completely bonkers to be jumping on this wonderful and wild journey… getting to join that legacy and fly the flag for the UK is an absolute honour.”

    He promised to bring “every ounce” of his creativity to the stage, teasing a performance packed with his trademark synthesizer chaos. The UK entry song will be revealed on Radio 2 in the coming weeks.

    From Glastonbury to flame‑throwing keyboards

    Battle first broke through as frontman of indie band ZIBRA, who played Glastonbury for BBC Introducing in 2015. Since going solo, he’s toured Europe, released multiple albums and EPs, and built a cult following for his outlandish electronic inventions — including a Furby organ, a Game Boy orchestra and a flame‑throwing keyboard.

    He has also delivered a TEDx Talk, launched a video game, opened a museum of his creations and earned a Guinness World Record for building the world’s largest drone synthesizer.

    BBC executives said his originality and “distinctly British wit” made him stand out during the selection process.

    Five countries boycott Eurovision over Israel’s participation

    This year’s contest is taking place against a backdrop of escalating political tension.

    Iceland, Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands have all withdrawn, saying they will not compete after Israel’s participation was confirmed last week.

    Iceland’s national broadcaster RÚV said there was “no peace or joy connected to this contest as things stand now”, adding that Israel’s inclusion had “created disunity” among EBU members and the public.

    The broadcaster said it had pushed for Israel to be excluded and raised concerns that the situation had “already damaged the contest’s reputation”.

    The boycott follows months of pressure from artists, campaign groups and several broadcasters over Israel’s involvement amid the ongoing war in Gaza and concerns about voting integrity.

    The European Broadcasting Union has approved new measures to protect the public vote and says the contest will proceed as planned.

    Vienna prepares for the 70th contest

    Eurovision returns to Austria after JJ’s win for Switzerland in 2025 with Wasted Love. The Grand Final will be held at Vienna’s Wiener Stadthalle on Saturday 16 May, with semi‑finals on 12 and 14 May.

    The BBC will broadcast the contest live on BBC One, iPlayer, Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.

    #EBU #EuropeanBroadcastingUnion #Eurovision #EurovisionSongContest #LOOKMUMNOCOMPUTER #Music #SamBattle
  15. Interview with Sam Battle, aka Look Mum No Computer, creator of such "technological oddities" as the 100-oscilator megadrone, the 1,000-oscilator megadrone, and the Furby organ.

    "I haven't got a hoarding problem anymore, I'm a museum curator."

    youtube.com/watch?v=XqoC8PukAM

    His museum that celebrates obsolete and experimental technology: this-museum-is-not-obsolete.co

    #music #interview LookMumNoComputer #SamBattle

  16. Interview with Sam Battle, aka Look Mum No Computer, creator of such "technological oddities" as the 100-oscilator megadrone, the 1,000-oscilator megadrone, and the Furby organ.

    "I haven't got a hoarding problem anymore, I'm a museum curator."

    youtube.com/watch?v=XqoC8PukAM

    His museum that celebrates obsolete and experimental technology: this-museum-is-not-obsolete.co

    #music #interview LookMumNoComputer #SamBattle

  17. Interview with Sam Battle, aka Look Mum No Computer, creator of such "technological oddities" as the 100-oscilator megadrone, the 1,000-oscilator megadrone, and the Furby organ.

    "I haven't got a hoarding problem anymore, I'm a museum curator."

    youtube.com/watch?v=XqoC8PukAM

    His museum that celebrates obsolete and experimental technology: this-museum-is-not-obsolete.co

    #music #interview LookMumNoComputer #SamBattle

  18. Interview with Sam Battle, aka Look Mum No Computer, creator of such "technological oddities" as the 100-oscilator megadrone, the 1,000-oscilator megadrone, and the Furby organ.

    "I haven't got a hoarding problem anymore, I'm a museum curator."

    youtube.com/watch?v=XqoC8PukAM

    His museum that celebrates obsolete and experimental technology: this-museum-is-not-obsolete.co

    #music #interview LookMumNoComputer #SamBattle

  19. Interview with Sam Battle, aka Look Mum No Computer, creator of such "technological oddities" as the 100-oscilator megadrone, the 1,000-oscilator megadrone, and the Furby organ.

    "I haven't got a hoarding problem anymore, I'm a museum curator."

    youtube.com/watch?v=XqoC8PukAM

    His museum that celebrates obsolete and experimental technology: this-museum-is-not-obsolete.co

    #music #interview LookMumNoComputer #SamBattle