Paul Quinn will join actress Claire Sweeney for a live off-beat take on the contest in Liverpool.
Voice of Eurovision Paul Quinn flanked by One Show presenter Kevin Duala and actress Claire Sweeney
The 32-year-old added: "To think I can look back and say, 'it was in Liverpool and I was the voice of it for BBC Radio Merseyside' - people will think back and say, 'remember when Paul Quinn was the Voice of Eurovision?'.Liverpool, which was selected after the UK came second, is expecting thousands of visitors and a forecasted £40m boost to the local economy with several events and broadcasts across May.
"The Scouse alternative commentary is going to be a fabulous addition to the show. It's going be such fun, I can't wait," she said.Mr Quinn was chosen by a panel including former UK Eurovision runner-up - and fellow Scouser - Sonia after a seven-week talent search by BBC Radio Merseyside.He added: "Eurovision and Liverpool is a match made in heaven - and we'll capture the spirit of the city and the contest with our unique Scouse commentary.
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