Ruben Young

Ruben Young is a Canadian R&B singer and songwriter from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He is best known for his debut EP Dreamstate [1] , which features the online hit, "Rachel Green" with American rapper Hodgy from Odd Future,[2]. He also collaborated with JUNO winning rapper/producer Classified on his song, "Bad Habits".[3] Young has developed a raspy timbre and modern soul- crooner vibe breathes influence from Marvin Gaye, Anderson Paak, and Amy Winehouse.

Recently named Apple Music Canada's New Artist of the Week, Ruben's independent releases (through his own label, Young & Lucky) have earned him over five million streams, and a place on stage as direct support for international artists such as touring with pop-star Kiesza in 2019, Akon, The Chainsmokers, Jarreau Vandal, Nelly, Phony Ppl, Classified (rapper), Langston Francis and Jocelyn Alice.

From features on Beats 1 Radio, BBC Radio 1 Extra, CBC Music, to playlist love on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, Youtube Music, to steady rotation on Stingray and Canadian radio, and recently performing at premier showcases such as Live Nation's Ones To Watch, School Night (Toronto) and NXNE, Ruben's sound continues to grow - establishing him as one of the top rising soul artists out of Canada.

Ruben is also known as an emerging topline songwriter, having written "Psycho" and "Dear Dad" on "Dirty Pretty Things" the debut album by Canadian pop-star, Delaney Jane.

Rachel Green ft Hodgy

Young's most recognized single, "Rachel Green" was release independently through his own record label, Young + Lucky, and has since been streamed over 3.5 million times. It is a modern soul ode to his 90s dreamgirl played by Jennifer Aniston on the hit television sitcom, Friends.[4]The single was produced by Kuya (Alessia Cara, JRDN), and features a verse by Hodgy (formerly Hodgy Beats) from Odd Future.[5]

50 Days YYC

Young is the founder of the Calgary-based 50 Days YYC Music Festivalin 2015.[6] The inaugural campaign consisted of 50 consecutive days of pop-up style performances, showcasing a different local artist and collaborative local brand every day. The festival showcased over 68 artists including JUNO nominee, Joanna Borromeo.[7]

Early Life

Ruben was raised by his single mother and older brother and Canadian basketball mogul, Eddie Richardson III in Calgary. Ruben attended the University of Calgary, where he earned his Bachelor of Commerce degree with a major in Finance.

References
  1. "Ruben Young Dreamstate". exclaim!. 1 October 2019. Retrieved 5 April 2019.
  2. "Ruben Young taps Hodgy for a 'Rachel Green' tribute song – EARMILK". EARMILK. 24 August 2018. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  3. "Ruben Young releases new single, "Bad Habits"". Canadian Beats Media. 18 August 2017. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  4. Robles, Jonathan. "Ruben Young's humorous, affectionate 'Rachel Green' is all about '90s love". Variance Magazine. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  5. "Ruben Young releases his 'Rachel Green' single featuring Hodgy". Bong Mines Entertainment. 24 August 2018. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  6. "Calgary's newest and longest music festival | Watch News Videos Online". Global News. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  7. "Joanna Borromeo". Retrieved 24 September 2018.
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