Today, the first four songs and artists to enter Melodifestivalen 2011, the Swedish selection for Eurovision, have been announced. Linda Bengtzing, who has competed three times already, is back with a song composed by Thomas G:son. The other three names are debuting in one of the most acclaimed national selections across Europe.

These are the first four acts confirmed to take part in Melodifestivalen 2011:

More participants are expected to be confirmed within the next two or three weeks.