Bonnie Tyler To Represent UK At Eurovision 2013 With 'Believe In Me' - Listen Now
Thursday, 07 March 2013
Written by Jon Stickler
The UK has long been holding out for a Eurovision hero, and now the wait could be over: today the BBC confirmed that international musical legend Bonnie Tyler will represent the UK in the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest.
The 58th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Malmö, Sweden, in front of an estimated global audience of over 120 million viewers. Bonnie says: "I am truly honoured and delighted to be able to represent my country at Eurovision, and especially with such a fabulous song. I promise to give this everything that I've got for the UK!"
Katie Taylor, BBC Controller, Entertainment and Events says: "Bonnie Tyler is truly a global superstar with a fantastic voice and we are delighted she will be flying the flag for the UK in Malmö"
Bonnie will be performing the song 'Believe In Me', which was written by Desmond Child, Lauren Christy and Christopher Braide, and produced by David Huff.
The Eurovision Song Competition will take place on Saturday 18th May, broadcast live on BBC One &and BBC One HD, with commentary by Graham Norton and live on BBC Radio 2 with commentary from Ken Bruce.
With a career spanning four decades and a voice instantly identifiable the world over, Bonnie is the international first lady of rock. Born in Skewen, Neath, South Wales, Tyler grew up listening to and being influenced by the legendary female artists of the day, such as Janis Joplin and Tina Turner.
Bonnie is due to release her incredible new album ‘Rocks and Honey’ on 6th May.
For further information on this year's Eurovision Song Contest, head over to the official website www.eurovision.tv.
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