 Magni has also performed duets with other Icelandic pop and rock stars and contributed to various other projects.Magni was virtually unknown outside of Iceland until he competed on the U.S.-produced music television show, "", in the summer of 2006 where he earned himself the nickname of "Ice-Man".He distinguished himself on the show with consistently solid vocal performances and his rapport with the show's House Band, as commented upon by the show's judges and host.