Look Mum No Computer to represent UK at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna
Electronic musician, inventor and YouTube creator Look Mum No Computer will represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna in May 2026 (ET). The Kent-based artist, born Sam Battle, is known for building unusual instruments and large-scale synth projects and says he plans to deliver a distinctly experimental, high-energy performance.
From indie rocker to synth inventor
Battle first emerged on the music scene in 2014 as frontman of the indie rock band Zibra, which played Glastonbury in 2015. Since moving to a solo career under the moniker Look Mum No Computer, he has developed a reputation for blending electronic songwriting with hands-on instrument construction. His work includes organs built from toy electronics, Game Boys repurposed as synths, a fleet of synthesiser bicycles and even flame-throwing keyboards. He also holds a Guinness World Record for creating the world's largest drone synthesizer.
He has cultivated a sizeable online following by documenting the creative process behind these machines. "I find it completely bonkers to be jumping on this wonderful and wild journey, " he said, describing his reaction to being chosen. "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. "
What to expect in Vienna
The song that Battle will perform in Vienna has not yet been released, but insiders say the entry leans into bold, synth-led pop with a wink of nostalgia and theatricality. A national radio DJ who previewed the track painted a vivid picture, asking listeners to imagine mashed-up elements of early-2000s dance anthems, Britpop attitude and classic synth-pop hooks, then turned up to arena scale. That combination, the presenter suggested, could give the UK an entry that stands out from more conventional offerings.
Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the nation's public broadcaster, praised Battle's creative vision and performance energy, arguing that his approach embodies the ambition and wit the UK intends to showcase on the Eurovision stage. The broadcaster confirmed that the selection was made through an internal process with industry experts, rather than a public national final.
Battle has promised to bring "every ounce" of his creativity to the Eurovision performances and teased that viewers will "hear and see what we've created". With a track record of building bespoke instruments tailored to specific performances, expectations are high that his staging will be as integral to the entry as the song itself.
Reaction and the road to May
Fans and fellow musicians have been quick to react to the announcement, with many expressing excitement about a more adventurous direction for the UK. The contest's previous winner, JJ from Austria, took the trophy last year with an emotive pop entry, and Battle will be aiming to bring a very different, synth-heavy flavour to the Vienna arena.
Battle's combined social reach—across video channels and other platforms—gives him a direct line to millions of followers, a useful advantage in the modern Eurovision landscape where fan engagement and social buzz can amplify an entry's impact. He emphasises that this project has been years in the making: "I've been working a long time creating, writing and producing my own visions from scratch, and documenting my process, " he said. "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 synthesized!"
The UK will reveal more details about the song and staging in the run-up to the contest, with rehearsals and promotional appearances expected in the months before the live shows in May 2026 (ET).
