A Friend in London

Formation and Early Years

A Friend in London, an independent pop and rock band from Denmark, was formed in 2005 when its members were attending a boarding school in Vostrup. The band consisted of lead vocalist Tim Schou and background vocalist Esben Svane. Schou gained initial recognition by winning the Danish Young Talent contest in 2005, which led to the release of their first single, "Thoughts of a Boheme." Their music caught the attention of Danish national radio, and they gained further exposure with the single "Shoot Me" and the track "Dead Beat," which was featured in a TV commercial.

Breakthrough and Eurovision

The band's big break came in 2008 when they won the European leg of the Bodog Million Dollar Battle of the Bands, reaching the final qualifying round in the United States. However, they opted out of the competition due to complex contractual issues. Following this, A Friend in London toured extensively in Canada and the United States, gaining significant popularity, especially in Canada, where they performed at major events like NXNE and Canadian Music Week.

In 2011, A Friend in London represented Denmark in the Eurovision Song Contest held in Düsseldorf, Germany, with their song "New Tomorrow," finishing in fifth place with 134 points. This performance solidified their status in the music scene.

Disbandment

Despite their success, A Friend in London announced their disbandment in 2014. Over their career, they released notable works, including their album "Unite" and the single "New Tomorrow," leaving a lasting impact on the Danish music landscape.