Eurovision News 
Finland 
Finland’s national broadcaster, Yle, has officially opened the submission window for Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) 2027, their national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. Aspiring artists and songwriters now have a week to submit their entries in hopes of becoming Finland’s next representative on the Eurovision stage.
UMK 2027 Submissions Underway
The highly anticipated submission period for UMK 2027 commenced today, August 17, 2026. This marks the official start of the search for Finland’s entry to the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The competition, known for its innovative and diverse musical offerings, invites all music creators to participate.
Yle’s Contest for New Music (UMK) has grown into Finland’s biggest music show, consistently delivering strong and memorable entries for Eurovision. The broadcaster is keen to continue this success story, seeking fresh talent and captivating songs.
The submission window is relatively short, closing promptly on August 23, 2026. Artists and composers are encouraged to submit their material promptly to be considered for UMK 2027. Full rules and submission guidelines are available on the official Yle UMK website.
You can submit your application and song to UMK 2027 here.
Tapio Hakanen (UMK 2027 Jury Chair) says:
Last season’s UMK and Eurovision were a great success both in terms of the songs’ achievements and musical diversity. Hopefully Liekinheitin, Takatukka, Lululai and other great UMK songs have inspired Finnish music creators to make distinctive, creative and diverse songs with which they can now apply for the upcoming season.
Mikko Silvennoinen (UMK 2027 Executive Producer) says:
I love that UMK brings together very different Finns and we can all create lasting memories together. For the season that is now starting, we are looking for songs that make the artists shine. The song and the performance built around it must leave the listener with the feeling that no one else could have done this anywhere else. That is part of the magic of UMK.
Finland’s Recent Eurovision Journey
Finland has enjoyed significant success at the Eurovision Song Contest in recent years, largely thanks to the popularity and high quality of the UMK selections. The nation has consistently sent unique and compelling acts, earning strong results and a dedicated fanbase.
Previous UMK winners
- 2026, Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen – ”Liekinheitin”
- 2025, Erika Vikman – ”Ich komme”
- 2024, Windows95man – ”No Rules!”
- 2023, Käärijä – ”Cha Cha Cha”
- 2022, The Rasmus – ”Jezebel”
- 2021, Blind Channel – ”Dark Side”
- 2020, Aksel Kankaanranta – ”Looking Back”
- 2019, Darude feat. Sebastian Rejman – ”Look Away”
- 2018, Saara Aalto – ”Monsters”
- 2017, Norma John – ”Blackbird”
- 2016, Sandhja – ”Sing It Away”
- 2015, Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät – ”Aina mun pitää”
- 2014, Softengine – ”Something Better”
- 2013, Krista Siegfrids – ”Marry Me”
- 2012, Pernilla Karlsson – ”När jag blundar”
The opening of the UMK 2027 submission period generates considerable excitement among Finnish and international Eurovision fans alike, all eager to see what new musical talent will emerge to represent Finland.
UMK 2027 is scheduled to be held on Saturday 20th February at the NOKIA Arena in Tampere, Finland.
