Ryan Dolan from Strabane, County Tyrone, has been announced as Ireland's entry for the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest.

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They're both competing for best United Kingdom and Ireland act, and best song (Williams, "Rock the DJ" and Sonique's "It Feels So Good").

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Both are vying for best United Kingdom and Ireland act, and best song (Williams' "Rock the DJ" and Sonique's "It Feels So Good").

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