Sonja Lumme will perform her hit song 'Eläköön Elämä' as part of the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) final in February, celebrating 100 years of Yle.
The Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) will culminate on Saturday, February 28, with Sonja Lumme performing her famous song 'Eläköön Elämä' during the finals. This performance is particularly significant as it brings back the song from the 1985 Eurovision, adding a nostalgic touch to the event. The evening will also commemorate Yle's 100th anniversary with the theme celebrating shared moments that UMK has provided to Finns over the years.
Lumme expressed her excitement about showcasing her Eurovision entry during the UMK final, emphasizing the timeless message of love, peace, and soulful sympathy embodied in her song, which she believes remains relevant today. Her performance is expected to resonate with audiences as it connects the past with the present in the context of a national music competition.
The UMK final will take place at the Nokia Arena in Tampere, and it will determine Finland's representative for the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland. The event will be broadcast live across various Yle platforms, including Yle TV1 and Yle Radio Suomi, making it accessible to a wide audience eager to see the competition unfold on February 28 at 21:00.
