Look Mum No Computer to Perform in Second Eurovision Semi-Final Amidst Boycotts and Controversy
The second semi-final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest is set to take place in Vienna, Austria, featuring fifteen competing countries including Ukraine, Switzerland, Australia, and Denmark. The United Kingdom’s entry, Look Mum No Computer (Sam Battle), will perform his song 'Eins, Zwei, Drei' using custom-built synthesizer panels. Other notable performers include Australia’s Delta Goodrem and Bulgaria’s Dara. The event occurs against a backdrop of significant controversy regarding Israel’s participation; five nations—Ireland, Iceland, the Netherlands, Spain, and Slovenia—are boycotting the competition in protest of Israel’s actions in Gaza. This follows a contentious first semi-final where Israeli entrant Noam Bettan faced booing but advanced to the final. Amnesty International has criticized the European Broadcasting Union for not suspending Israel, citing double standards compared to Russia’s exclusion. Meanwhile, Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and last year’s winner Austria automatically qualify for the grand final but are performing during the semi-finals. The contest continues to draw global attention amidst political tensions and protests in the host city.
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