Eurovision act Remember Monday: 'The closer we get, the hungrier we become'

Remember Monday is a lively music group that will represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland this week. The group consists of three talented friends: Charlotte Steele, Lauren Byrne, and Holly-Anne Hull. As they rehearse for the big event, they are filled with excitement and joy. The singers wear bright pastel colors like yellow, blue, and pink, and they hold microphones, with Lauren being the main vocalist during their performances. Since they were announced as the UK's Eurovision act in March, they have been incredibly busy and have hardly spent any time at home. Holly-Anne humorously states, 'It's definitely in the single digits,' when she tries to count how many nights she has actually slept in her own bed. Instead of resting, they have been on a whirlwind tour across Europe, meeting fans, creating endless TikTok videos, and performing their catchy song, 'What The Hell Just Happened,' to anyone who will listen. Even if they feel tired, they do not show it. The country-pop trio is chatty, enthusiastic, and focused on having fun, and they have every reason to be. They formed their band over a decade ago while in school and have worked hard to stay together, even during times when, in their own words, 'no one was listening. ' After a successful stint on The Voice in 2019, Charlotte had to return to her job as a deputy head teacher, while Lauren and Holly-Anne appeared in popular West End shows like Phantom of the Opera and Six: The Musical. Now, they see Eurovision as a chance to change their fortunes. They are heading to Basel, Switzerland this week, hoping to improve on the performances of previous UK entries, Olly Alexander and Mae Muller, who both finished at the bottom of the leaderboard. Fortunately, Remember Monday's song is a certified hit, filled with glittery glam-pop elements and sizzling harmonies that they can perform live. Just before they set off for their Eurovision adventure, we sat down with the trio to discuss leaving their jobs, overcoming fears, and the dreaded 'nul points. ' The band has traveled extensively across Europe to promote their Eurovision song, 'What The Hell Just Happened? ' They even took playful photos in ski suits and snow boots while lounging on chairs outside in the snow. It has been eight weeks since they were announced as the UK's Eurovision entry, and Charlotte jokingly remarks, 'No, it can't be. It feels like six years! ' Lauren adds that she feels guilty about their carbon footprint from all the flying. Charlotte shares that she is a nervous flyer and tries to avoid looking out the window during flights. They had a particularly scary experience on a small propeller plane in Iceland, but Charlotte says she felt much more relaxed on the next Easyjet flight. When they first heard their song, Holly-Anne thought it sounded like something from Six: The Musical, and then she discovered that Lauren had actually performed in that show. Lauren explains that they wanted to incorporate a musical theater vibe into their song while still keeping it pop. They wrote many songs, but some were not good enough to make the cut. Holly-Anne recalls one song called 'Achilles Heel' that they decided to discard. They had been writing for three weeks and started to feel a bit silly with their lyrics. Charlotte agrees, saying that sometimes you have to write a lot of songs before you find the right one. Interestingly, 'What The Hell Just Happened' was the last song they wrote, just a day before the deadline, and they felt it was the best one they had created. Holly-Anne mentions that they want their performance to be very theatrical and engaging, like a concert experience. They have exciting ideas for their stage set, including a fallen chandelier and glamorous costumes that have been described as 'Bridgerton meets Moulin Rouge. ' The trio also includes little jokes in their song lyrics about their friendship and the fun times they have shared together. They fondly remember how they first met in school and how they managed to keep their band alive even when they had full-time jobs. They always had Mondays off, which is how they came up with their band name. They worked hard to stay together, even flying to different places to be with each other. About a year and a half ago, they made the bold decision to quit their jobs and focus on their music full-time. Charlotte explains that they felt they would regret it if they didn't fully commit to their dreams. As they prepare for the busy Eurovision week, they are excited but also a little nervous. Lauren says they are good at immersing themselves in what they are doing, and even if they do not win, they will still be singing together, which is what matters most to them. They have many performances lined up for the summer, so their music journey will continue. Lauren shares that she will always remember the moment they found out they would represent the UK. They have faced many challenges as a band, and finally getting a 'yes' after so many 'noes' felt like a dream come true. The trio is ready to take on the Eurovision stage and make unforgettable memories together.