Geoff Pine, owner of Red Arrows Music Club in Ramsgate, told the BBC he was “pleased” to have a local musician competing in the contest.
“Because this puts Ramsgate, as well as Thanet, on the map,” he said.
“Thanet is famous for its music scene, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that Battle is from our area.”
Pine said he was supporting Battle to bring the glory home.
“It’s been a while since we won a Eurovision,” he said. “Even if he doesn’t end up winning, being part of the competition is a big opportunity for him.”