Ryan Ross
Ryan Ross
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Ryan Ross is a Canadian musician, singer-songwriter, and composer best known as the former guitarist and founding member of the indie rock band The Paper Kites.
Birth and Death Dates
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Ross was born on August 24, 1977, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Unfortunately, there is no public record of his passing, as he is still active in the music industry.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Canadian
Musician
Singer-songwriter
Composer
As a musician, Ross has worked with various artists, including The Paper Kites, where he co-founded the band in 2005. He is also known for his work as a composer and music producer.
Early Life and Background
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Ross grew up in Vancouver, surrounded by music from an early age. His father was a musician himself, and Ross began playing guitar at 11 years old. This exposure to music instilled in him a passion that would drive his career for decades to come.
As he entered adulthood, Ross pursued music as a profession, eventually co-founding The Paper Kites with fellow musicians Sam Lockwood, Matt Gresham, and Timothy Jenkins.
Major Accomplishments
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Throughout his career, Ross has achieved numerous accomplishments that have cemented his place in the music industry. Some of these highlights include:
Co-founding The Paper Kites and contributing to their breakthrough album "Twelvevolume" (2013)
Collaborating with various artists on numerous singles and EPs
* Composing original soundtracks for film and television productions
Notable Works or Actions
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Ross's most notable works include his contributions to the indie rock band The Paper Kites. As a founding member, he played guitar and wrote music alongside his fellow musicians.
Some of their notable releases include "Twelvevolume" (2013), "Blood", "Marry Me" (2017), and "Roses" (2020).
Impact and Legacy
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Ross's impact on the music industry cannot be overstated. As a co-founder of The Paper Kites, he has brought unique and captivating sounds to the forefront of indie rock.
His work as a composer and producer has also enabled him to transcend genre boundaries and contribute to various film and television projects.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Ross is widely quoted or remembered for his dedication to music and his passion for pushing creative boundaries. His contributions to The Paper Kites have inspired countless fans worldwide, while his work as a composer has enriched the soundtracks of numerous films and TV shows.
His unique voice and perspective continue to captivate audiences, ensuring that Ryan Ross remains an influential figure in the world of music and entertainment.
Quotes by Ryan Ross
Some of our favorite bands are, like, Third Eye Blind and Counting Crows, and stuff like Danny Elfman and Jon Brion movie scores.
We never set out to be this punk rock band that's going to stay small and tour in a van forever. We wanted to take our band to a level where we could do everything we want to do.
I'd like to think that people see there's two ways to do things. You can put a lot of money into a band and force people to like them or you can just find good bands and people will like them anyway.
It's kind of disappointing and disgusting in a way, how some people are focusing on how we look.
I've seen those kids at the shows, I can hear them, and I can certainly tell the difference between one of our fans and a Fall Out Boy fan who's just there because they heard we were hot.
A lot of people talk to me about writing lyrics and it is obvious they are really paying attention to the fact that ours are different from a lot of other bands.
Most songs on the radio are so straightforward and it just doesn't open up people's minds.
I would never have thought I would see Axl Rose, someone who was so important to rock 'n' roll.