Kyle Meredith With... OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder on New Album Artificial Paradise, Solo Album, and Radiohead's Influence
Jul 31, 2024
Ryan Tedder, the lead singer and songwriter of OneRepublic, joins the discussion to unveil the secrets behind their album Artificial Paradise. He shares how the band's sound has evolved, the fascinating backstory of 'Last Holiday,' and last-minute changes to the tracklist. Tedder also dives into his chart-topping collab with David Guetta and his plans for a solo album influenced by Radiohead and LCD Soundsystem. With a desire to explore more emotional songs, he hints at a future of experimental music ahead!
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Return To Intentional Album Craft
- OneRepublic intentionally returned to focused album-making after years of single-driven releases.
- Ryan Tedder calls this record the end of a long album cycle and a deliberate effort to craft a cohesive album experience.
Last-Minute Tracklist Overhaul
- Tedder rearranged the album tracklist 48 hours before the deadline to preserve flow and separate standalone singles.
- He placed disparate dance/collab tracks at the end as a 'deluxe/remix pack' so the first ten songs read as a true OneRepublic album.
Standalone Singles vs Album Narrative
- Tedder framed recent high-profile collaborations as standalone pieces separate from the album narrative.
- He intentionally grouped those songs at the album's end so listeners first hear the cohesive new body of work.
