Former Sex Pistols frontman John Lydon is hoping to represent Ireland at this year's Eurovision
By Daniel RosneyPublic Image Ltd - the band John Lydon formed after the Sex Pistols split in 1978 - is in the running to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Irish broadcaster RTÉ has announced the band will compete with five other acts for the title in a TV show next month.Hawaiii "is dedicated to everyone going through tough times on the journey of life," Lydon said. "It's also a message of hope that ultimately love conquers all.
The decision will be split between a national jury - made up of music experts, an international jury and a public vote. Italy, France, Spain, Germany and the UK automatically get a place in the final because of how much they pay to enter with the remaining acts participating in two semi-finals first.Tvorchi will represent Ukraine in Liverpool and will also automatically get a place in the grand final
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