OneRepublic

OneRepublic
Name	OneRepublic
Caption	OneRepublic performing in 2018
Origin	Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Years active	2002–present
Labels	Mosley Music Group, Interscope Records, Republic Records
Associated acts	Timbaland, Ryan Tedder, Timbaland & Magoo

OneRepublic OneRepublic is an American pop rock band formed in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The group rose to prominence after exposure on digital platforms and mainstream collaborations, achieving international chart success with singles and albums. They have worked with prominent producers and artists across pop and rock scenes and have headlined arena tours worldwide.

History

OneRepublic began when members met in the early 2000s in Colorado Springs, Colorado and later relocated to Los Angeles. Early online visibility on platforms such as Myspace led to a recording contract with Columbia Records; after a split, the band signed with Mosley Music Group and Interscope Records. The breakthrough single came amid collaborations with producer Timbaland and song placements in television series like Grey's Anatomy and films distributed by Universal Pictures. Subsequent albums were released through Republic Records with singles charting on the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart. The band navigated lineup changes while participating in charitable events linked to organizations such as Red Cross and performing at events like Live 8-adjacent benefit concerts.

Musical style and influences

The band's sound blends elements of pop music, rock music, and electropop arrangements, featuring an emphasis on piano-driven melodies and layered vocal harmonies. Songwriting draws influence from artists and writers including Prince, Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, U2, and songwriters associated with Motown Records and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees. Production collaborations with figures from Hip hop production scenes and pop producers affiliated with Republic Records informed the incorporation of programmed beats and orchestral textures. Critical comparisons have linked their approach to contemporaries such as Coldplay, Maroon 5, and The Script.

Band members

Current members include lead vocalist and primary songwriter Ryan Tedder, who has written and produced for artists across Rihanna, Adele, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Ed Sheeran; guitarist and founding member Zach Filkins; guitarist Drew Brown; bassist Brent Kutzle, who also plays cello and has credits with Glee contributors; and drummer Eddie Fisher, previously associated with acts from the Los Angeles music scene. Former members and touring musicians have included collaborators who worked with producers at studios such as Abbey Road Studios and recording engineers linked to Sound City Studios.

Discography

Studio albums include early releases and later charting records distributed by Interscope Records and Republic Records. Notable albums featured singles that entered rankings on the Billboard 200 and achieved certifications from industry bodies like the British Phonographic Industry and the Recording Industry Association of America. The band's catalog contains collaborations and songwriting credits appearing on releases by Madonna, Kelly Clarkson, and producers from Def Jam Recordings. Extended plays, live albums, and soundtrack contributions appear alongside remixes by DJs associated with Ultra Music Festival lineups.

Tours and live performances

The band has headlined international tours across venues from clubs in New York City to arenas in London and festival stages at events such as Lollapalooza, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Glastonbury Festival. They have supported major acts on tour, sharing bills with artists managed by agencies like Creative Artists Agency and performing on television programs including Saturday Night Live and late-night shows broadcast from NBC and CBS. Live arrangements have featured string sections arranged by musicians associated with orchestras like the Los Angeles Philharmonic for special performances.

Awards and recognition

The band and its members have received nominations and awards from institutions including the Grammy Awards and the Billboard Music Awards, with songwriting and production honors tying Ryan Tedder to accolades from organizations such as the ASCAP and the BMI awards. Chart achievements have been recognized by RIAA certifications and year-end lists published by Rolling Stone and Billboard. Their music has been used in award-winning film and television projects acknowledged by bodies like the Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards.

Category:American pop rock musical groups Category:Musical groups established in 2002