BBC unveils Look Mum No Computer as UK’s Eurovision 2026 act

The BBC has officially announced that electronic musician Look Mum No Computer - the performance moniker of British artist Sam Battle - will represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. The reveal was made during The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2, confirming weeks of speculation surrounding the UK's internally selected entry.

Battle, known for his eccentric homemade synthesisers, experimental performance style and enthusiastic online following, expressed both excitement and disbelief at being chosen. “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 that I am taking very seriously,” he said following the announcement. He added that he plans to bring “every ounce of creativity” to his Eurovision performance, hinting at the distinctive electronic flair that has made his videos and live shows so popular.

Look Mum No Computer first emerged musically as the frontman of indie band ZIBRA, performing at Glastonbury’s BBC Introducing stage before transitioning into a solo career rooted in analogue synths, DIY circuitry and ambitious handmade musical machines. His YouTube channel - which showcases everything from giant drone synthesisers to instruments built from vintage electronics - has earned him more than a million followers and tens of millions of views, cementing his reputation as one of the UK’s most inventive electronic creators.

The BBC praised him as a “multi‑talented solo artist, experimental singer‑songwriter, live electronics performer and inventor of unique musical machines,” highlighting the fresh creative direction the broadcaster is taking after a turbulent selection process this year. Reports had circulated that a previous candidate was dropped over historic online comments, although the BBC later denied that an offer had ever been made. 

Battle’s Eurovision track is yet to be unveiled, with the BBC confirming it will be released closer to the contest. Eurovision 2026 will take place this May in Vienna, following the victory of last year’s champion, JJ. The competition is already shaping up to be one of the most politically charged in recent years, with several countries pulling out due to controversy surrounding Israel’s participation.