Australia is breaking boundaries with this year's entry to Eurovision. For the first time, we're not sending a solo artist to the quirky song contest, but a synth metal band. 7NEWS
“We are absolutely ELATED to announce that we will represent Australia and our beautiful state of WA at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023!” the band wrote.
“Our fans have been so integral to us getting to this point and we can’t wait to share this wild ride together.” At last year’s Eurovision - Australia Decides, Voyager took out second place in a nail-biting finish, leading the public vote with their song Dreamer. “LET’S GOOOO can’t wait to see you legends in Liverpool,” wrote Andrew Lambrou, who will be representing Cyprus at Eurovision 2023.“You made my day!” another fan enthused.“Song is absolutely incredible - last year’s jury result shattered a lot of us but this is justice.Voyager will be the first band, rather than solo artist, to represent Australia at Eurovision.
Last year, Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra took out the contest at Eurovision in Turin, Italy, with their song Stefania.Credit:Eurovision Song Contest is held from Tuesday May 9 to Saturday May 13 in Liverpool.
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