Euroband

Eurobandið, also known as Euroband, is an Icelandic technopop and dance duo formed in 2006, consisting of vocalists Friðrik Ómar and Regína Ósk. Prior to their collaboration, both artists had pursued solo careers and attempted to represent Iceland individually in the Eurovision Song Contest but were unsuccessful. Their partnership marked a turning point, leading to their selection as Iceland’s representatives in the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest held in Belgrade, Serbia.

In the national selection process, Söngvakeppni Sjónvarpsins 2008, Eurobandið competed with the Icelandic-language song “Fullkomið líf.” Upon winning, they translated the song into English, retitling it “This Is My Life,” for their Eurovision performance. On May 22, 2008, they successfully secured a spot in the grand final held on May 24. They achieved 14th place.

In 2010, the duo released “Fullkomið líf” as a digital single, released by the Icelandic label Hands Up Music.

Following their Eurovision participation, both Friðrik Ómar and Regína Ósk continued to be active in the Icelandic music scene, primarily focusing on their solo careers. Their discography includes various solo projects, and they have been featured in compilations such as “Laugardagslögin 2008,” which includes their Eurovision entry.

Friðrik Ómar

Friðrik Ómar Hjörleifsson, born on October 4, 1981, in Akureyri, Iceland, is a renowned Icelandic singer. He began his musical journey at the tender age of five, initially playing drums before transitioning to vocals. His early passion for music led him to participate in various local competitions, where he garnered significant acclaim. In 2006, Friðrik released his debut solo album, “Annan dag,” which earned him a nomination for “Singer of the Year” at the Icelandic Music Awards. Beyond his solo endeavors, he has collaborated with several prominent Icelandic artists and has been involved in various musical projects. For example, in 2009 he was a backing vocal in the Eurovision Song Contest joining Yohanna. Notably, in 2019, he competed in Iceland’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest with his song “Hvað ef ég get ekki elskað?” securing second place.

Regina Ósk

Regína Ósk Óskarsdóttir, born on December 21, 1977, in Reykjavík, Iceland, is a distinguished Icelandic singer. From a young age, she showcased her vocal talents, winning two song competitions in her early teens and performing solo with her school choir. Regína pursued classical singing at The Reykjavík Academy of Singing and Vocal Arts and later explored jazz vocals. Her professional career commenced in 1999 with a role in the musical “Little Shop of Horrors,” leading to collaborations with notable Icelandic artists. Three times, she was a backing vocal in the Eurovision Song Contest: for 2Tricky (2001), Birgitta (2003) and Selma (2005). She has released multiple solo albums, including her self-titled debut in 2005, followed by “Í djúpum dal” in 2006, and “Ef væri ég…” in 2007. In addition to her solo work, Regína has been a prominent figure in Iceland’s music scene, participating in various productions and concerts.
Regina took part in the Gibraltar Song Contest 2017 with the song “Overload”. In 2019, she released the single “Rabbit Hole”.