Graham Norton Hails Look Mum No Computer as a ‘Great Choice’ for UK’s Eurovision Entry

The UK is taking a daring leap with its entry for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest, and the man who has fronted the nation’s coverage for over a decade is fully on board. Irish broadcaster Graham Norton has praised the selection of Look Mum No Computer, describing the act as a refreshing departure from previous entries and a potentially game-changing move for the UK.

A Bold Departure for the UK

Representing the UK in Vienna is Sam Battle, the 37-year-old YouTube star known professionally as Look Mum No Computer. Battle has carved out a niche for himself by creating eccentric electronic music equipment, including a triple oscillator synthesiser made from Nintendo Game Boy consoles, an organ constructed from Furby toys, and a synthesiser fused with a Raleigh Chopper bicycle.

Battle will perform his song, “Eins, Zwei, Drei,” in front of millions of viewers. While he has already built much of the staging for his performance, he previously noted to the Press Association that the BBC did not “trust [his] welding,” preventing him from completing the entire set himself.

Graham Norton’s Verdict

Graham Norton, who has led the UK’s Eurovision broadcast since 2009, believes the eccentricity of the act is exactly what the country needs. Norton described Look Mum No Computer as a “really great choice,” noting that the song is “different to anything else we’ve ever entered.”

When asked about the possibility of a victory, Norton joked, “Can he win? Never say never,” referencing the UK’s long drought since their last win in 1997 with Katrina and the Waves’ “Love Shine a Light.”

Norton emphasized that the success of the performance will hinge on the artist’s ability to engage the live audience. “Hopefully during the performance Look Mum No Computer will deliver all the charm, humour, and energy of the song,” Norton said. “If he connects with the crowd there will be no stopping him.”

The Road to Vienna

The 70th edition of the contest is being hosted in Austria after the Austrian entry, JJ, secured victory in 2025 with the song “Wasted Love.” This year’s events will take place at Vienna’s Wiener Stadthalle.

The competition schedule is as follows:

• Semi-finals: May 12 and 14
• Grand Final: Saturday, May 16

Fans can watch the semi-finals and the final live on BBC One and iPlayer, or listen via BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds. As for the competition, Norton suggests that while the unexpected is always possible, viewers should keep a close eye on France, Australia, and Finland.

“Nothing beats the feeling that viewers all across Europe are watching and judging at the same time. It really defies description. It has to be seen to be believed, and even then, it’s pretty hard to understand what is happening and why.” — Graham Norton

Key Takeaways: UK at Eurovision 2026

• The Artist: Sam Battle (Look Mum No Computer), a YouTube creator specializing in unusual electronic instruments.
• The Song: “Eins, Zwei, Drei.”
• The Host: Graham Norton returns as the lead broadcaster for the UK.
• The Venue: Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria.
• The Goal: To secure the UK’s first win since 1997.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Look Mum No Computer?

Look Mum No Computer is the professional moniker of Sam Battle, a 37-year-old YouTube star who builds custom, unconventional electronic music hardware from everyday objects like Game Boys and Furbies.

When is the Eurovision Grand Final?

The Grand Final will take place on Saturday, May 16, in Vienna, Austria.

How can I watch the UK’s performance?

The event will be broadcast live on BBC One and iPlayer, with audio coverage available on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.

With a combination of technical ingenuity and a song that defies convention, the UK enters the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with one of its most unconventional entries to date. Whether Sam Battle’s “Eins, Zwei, Drei” can capture the hearts of Europe remains to be seen, but it certainly has the endorsement of Graham Norton.