Sam Battle, better known by his stage name Look Mum No Computer, says he is approaching the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with little pressure and plenty of curiosity as he prepares to represent the United Kingdom in the competition’s grand final.
The 37-year-old musician has emerged as one of the most unconventional contestants at this year’s Eurovision, bringing a performance style built around homemade synthesisers, energetic electronic music and eccentric stage designs.
Despite bookmakers placing him among the outsiders to win the competition, Sam says he is more focused on enjoying the experience than worrying about the final results.
Known for combining music with engineering projects, Battle already had a strong online following before entering Eurovision.
His YouTube channel, followed by hundreds of thousands of subscribers, features videos of him restoring vintage electronic equipment, modifying instruments and creating unusual synthesiser machines from everyday objects.
He also operates a museum in Ramsgate, England, dedicated to restored audio technology and experimental musical devices.
Away from music, Sam recently became a father for the first time, describing his newborn son Max as his current priority outside the competition.
According to the musician, his Eurovision journey began casually during a conversation with a friend at a pub, where they joked about the possibility of entering the contest.
After contacting the BBC and submitting a demo, Sam was invited to participate in a songwriting session that eventually led to the creation of his Eurovision track, “Eins, Zwei, Drei”.
The song combines 1980s-inspired electronic pop with playful lyrics and high-energy production.
Battle says the title was inspired by a spontaneous moment while moving furniture to make space for one of his synthesisers.
The BBC later selected him as the UK representative after being impressed by the song’s unusual style and stage potential.
His Eurovision performance features elaborate custom-built electronic props, oversized synthesiser panels and choreographed dancers.
Much of the stage setup was personally designed and assembled by Sam himself.
During rehearsals in Vienna, he described the performance as chaotic, energetic and intentionally unconventional.
The show begins with a portrayal of office routine before transforming into a colourful electronic spectacle filled with flashing lights and retro-inspired visuals.
Although the United Kingdom has struggled at Eurovision in recent years, Sam believes audiences may connect with something different and unexpected.
He admitted that the UK’s Eurovision history can create pressure for performers, especially after recent entries received low public voting scores.
However, he says he tries not to focus on expectations and instead prefers to embrace the unpredictability of the competition.
The musician also revealed that the BBC helped prepare him for the intense public attention and pressure that often accompany Eurovision participation.
Still, Battle says his biggest concern remains avoiding mistakes during the live show rather than worrying about the scoreboard.
After the competition ends, he plans to return home immediately to resume family life and care for his newborn child.
The Eurovision grand final takes place on Saturday night in Vienna.
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