Erika Vikman, the Finnish singer, is set to return to the Eurovision stage in May for the contest in Vienna, Austria, where she will perform alongside the iconic band Lordi as part of the final's interval act. Vikman has expressed her enthusiasm for sharing the Eurovision stage with such a legendary act and is particularly excited about the possibility of seeing Finns Pete Parkkonen and Linda Lampenius win the contest with their song 'Liekinheitin'. Her positive outlook reflects the strong Finnish spirit surrounding this year's Eurovision participation.

Having previously represented Finland at last year's Eurovision in Basel, Vikman eagerly anticipates the upcoming event. She described the experience as wonderful, especially as she has formed friendships within the Eurovision community, which lovingly embraced her during her prior participation. Vikman also speaks fondly of the opportunity to see springtime Vienna, a city that holds personal significance due to her connection with fellow artist JJ, who recently visited her hometown of Tampere while competing in the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu finals.

Vikman’s statements underscore the excitement surrounding Finland’s entries in the Eurovision contest and depict a sense of camaraderie not only among the artists but also among fans. As she prepares for her performance, her enthusiasm not only highlights her personal journey but also builds anticipation for the contributions of Finnish artists to the international music competition, aiming for a win that holds national pride.