Thomas Waernes

Career

He is known to perform both in English and Norwegian, his native language. He was previously known under the name "$tr8 "Outta Control”". Wærnes claims to have given up this former pseudonym for the name "Sidewalk" for various reasons, including the fact that this new code-name expressed his unique and individual character as a performer and writer more effectively.

Wærnes has contributed to the lyrics of several of Rybak’s songs, including “Europe’s Skies” and “Suomi”.

Wærnes frequently uploads performances of himself rapping on his youtube account under the channel name "Sidewalk1986", in English and Norwegian.

Achievements

• Wærnes has also collaborated with the well-known Norwegian musician and 2009 Eurovision Song Contest winner, Alexander Rybak. The two are close friends.

Membership

In his past, Wærnes had formerly been a member of the music groups "The 5 Flawless", "Majestic Knights of the Streets", and "Opptur". In April 2010, Rybak released the song "FELA IGJEN”, featuring Opptur, a group Wærnes is a member of.