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United States Nate Ruess is an American singer-songwriter recognized for his impactful vocal performances and songwriting contributions across multiple successful bands and solo projects.
In 2023, Ruess collaborated with the hosts of the podcasts Episode One, Chapo Trap House, and Podcast About List to create the E1 exclusive Sodas, stylized as a 110-minute podcast audio-only film lampooning common tropes in children's animated media. Ruess provided vocals alongside Raina Douris on the episode-exclusive track 'All the Bubbles in the World'.
Nate Ruess's then-girlfriend Rachel Antonoff, a fashion designer, had her own company and embarked on collaborations with Urban Outfitters (right now) and Bass (shoe collaboration).
Nate Ruess partnered with Brita through his passion for green touring, participating in a partnership at Sundance.
Ruess collaborated with Pink on her new single 'Just Give Me a Reason,' from her album The Truth About Love, featuring a classic duet.
Nate Ruess discussed the process of being signed and developed by a record label, specifically mentioning Warner Bros. with its Chairman and CEO Cameron Strang.
The song 'We Are Young' by Fun. was featured in a Chevy Sonic commercial during the Super Bowl, contributing to its rise to number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Nathaniel Joseph Ruess, born on February 26, 1982, in Iowa City, Iowa, began his musical journey in high school playing in punk bands. In 1986, his family relocated to Glendale, Arizona, a move that would later be referenced in his music. After graduating from Deer Valley High School in 2000, Ruess chose to pursue music professionally, taking a job in a law firm to support himself while developing his artistic skills. This early dedication laid the groundwork for a career marked by significant achievements in the music industry.
In 2002, Ruess co-founded the indie rock band The Format with his childhood friend Sam Means. The band released an EP, “EP,” leading to a record deal with Elektra Records in 2002. They released their debut album, “Interventions + Lullabies,” in 2003, which gained local mainstream success. After being dropped by Atlantic Records while working on their second album, “Dog Problems” (2006), they established their own label, The Vanity Label. Following the dissolution of The Format in 2008, Ruess formed the band fun. with Jack Antonoff and Andrew Dost, releasing their first album, “Aim and Ignite,” in 2009. The band gained further exposure touring with Jack’s Mannequin and Paramore.
Fun.’s second album, “Some Nights,” released in 2012, propelled them to global recognition with the hit singles “We Are Young” and “Some Nights.” “We Are Young,” featuring Janelle Monáe, reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 after its release in September 2011 and a prominent Chevy Sonic Super Bowl commercial in 2012. In 2013, Fun. won a Grammy for “We Are Young” (Song of the Year) and another for Best New Artist. Ruess also achieved solo success with his guest performance on P!nk’s 2013 single “Just Give Me a Reason,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 and earned an MTV Video Music Award for Best Collaboration. His debut solo album, “Grand Romantic,” was released in 2015, featuring the single “Nothing Without Love,” which marked his first solo entry on the Billboard Hot 100. Ruess continues to contribute to music as a songwriter and producer, earning the Hal David Starlight Award at the 2015 Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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