The United Kingdom has selected country trio Remember Monday to represent the nation at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The group, consisting of members Holly, Lauren, and Georgia, was chosen through the BBC's internal selection process.
Remember Monday will perform their original song, "Better Than Me," in the contest, which will take place in May. The trio's soulful harmonies and country-pop sound are expected to resonate with audiences across Europe.
The group's members expressed their excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to represent the UK at Eurovision. "We're absolutely thrilled to be representing the UK in Eurovision," they said in a statement. "It's a dream come true, and we can't wait to perform 'Better Than Me' on the Eurovision stage."
The UK's Eurovision entry has been selected internally by the BBC since 2016. This year's selection process involved a panel of music industry experts and BBC representatives, who chose Remember Monday from a pool of talented artists.
Remember Monday's participation in Eurovision marks a departure from the UK's traditional pop-oriented entries. The country trio's country-pop sound is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the contest.
The Eurovision Song Contest has a long history of showcasing diverse musical styles and talents from across Europe. The contest has launched the careers of many successful artists, including ABBA, Celine Dion, and Olivia Newton-John.
The UK has a mixed record at Eurovision, with its last victory coming in 1997. However, the country has consistently been one of the "Big Five" contributors to the contest, along with France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
Remember Monday's performance at Eurovision will be broadcast live on BBC One in May, with commentary provided by Graham Norton.