Egill "Gillz" Einarsson is an Icelandic television personality, radio show host, fitness coach, motivational speaker, DJ and singer. As a musician, he was part of the dance act Merzedes Club in 2008 where he was known as Gillz and Gillzenegger. After the break-up he has continued as a disc jockey known as DJ MuscleBoy.
Also known as: | Gillz, Gillzenegger, Störe, Stóri G Höfðinginn, Big G, Þykki, Þykkeh, G-Man, Þykkhöfðinginn, Þykki G Höfðinginn, Vöfðinginn, Flotti kjellinn |
Born: | May 13, 1980 |
Origin: | Iceland |
Genres: | Electronic |
Occupation(s): | Radio show host, fitness coach |
Associated acts: | Merzedes Club |
IMDb: | Egill Einarsson's IMDb |
About Egill Einarsson
Icelandic media personality who is known for having hosted his own TV show, Kallarnir. He is also well-known for being a member of the Icelandic pop band Mercedes Club.
Before Fame
He first gained widespread prominence when, in 2007, he was selected top be an original member of Mercedes Club. In 2008, he and his bandmates released their single "Ho, Ho, Ho, We say Hey, Hey, Hey" in their bid to compete in that year's Eurovision Song Contest. It finished as the runner-up.
Achievement
Following the dissolution of Mercedes Club, he continued his music career under the moniker of DJ MuscleBoy. In 2014, he released the single "Louder," which garnered regular radio play throughout Iceland.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Iceland.
Associations
His style as DJ Muscleboy is often compared to Basshunter's electronic, dance-friendly style.
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