Gus Dapperton

Brendan Patrick Rice[2] (born March 11, 1997), better known by his stage name Gus Dapperton, is an American singer and songwriter from Warwick, New York.

Gus Dapperton
Gus Dapperton in Norway in 2018
Background information
Birth nameBrendan Patrick Rice
Born (1997-03-11) March 11, 1997[1]
Warwick, New York, U.S.
Genres
InstrumentsGuitar, vocals, keyboard
Years active2015–present
LabelsAWAL
Associated actsBenee
Websitegusdapperton.com

History

Dapperton has received some attention for his unique fashion style, consisting at some points of a green bowl cut, noticeable jewelry, eyeliner, particularly brightly colored clothing, and thick-rimmed glasses.[3][4]

Dapperton's song "Of Lacking Spectacle" was featured on the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why and appears on the soundtrack album.[5]

Personal life

Dapperton attends Drexel University, but took a semester off to go on tour in support of his 2018 EP You Think You're a Comic!.[6] He currently resides with his parents in Long Branch, New Jersey.[7]

Career

2016–17: "Moodna, Once With Grace" and Yellow and Such

Gus Dapperton released his debut single, "Moodna, Once With Grace", in 2016. In 2017, Dapperton released his debut EP, Yellow and Such.

2018: You Think You're A Comic!

In 2018, Dapperton released his second EP, You Think You're A Comic!.[8]

2019: Where Polly People Go to Read

In 2019, Dapperton released his debut album, Where Polly People Go to Read.[9] The album received positive reviews from critics.

2020: Orca

Dapperton's second studio album, Orca, was released on September 18, 2020. He released four singles, "First Aid", "Post Humorous", "Medicine", and "Bluebird", prior to the album's release.

Discography

Studio albums
List of studio albums, with release date and label shown
Title Details
Where Polly People Go to Read
Orca
  • Released: September 18, 2020[10]
  • Label: AWAL
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming

Extended plays
List of EPs, with release date and label shown
Title Details
Yellow and Such
  • Released: August 3, 2017[11]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
You Think You're a Comic!
  • Released: February 9, 2018[12]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming

As lead artist
List of singles as lead artist, with year released and album shown
Title Year Album
"Moodna, Once with Grace"[8] 2016 Non-album singles
"Ditch"[13]
"I'm Just Snacking"[14] 2017 Yellow and Such
"Prune, You Talk Funny"[15] You Think You're a Comic!
"World Class Cinema"[16] 2018 Where Polly People Go to Read
"My Favorite Fish"[17] 2019
"Fill Me Up Anthem"[18]
"Coax & Botany"[19]
"Give it to Me Straight"[20] Non-album single
"First Aid"[21] 2020 Orca
"Post Humorous"[22]
"Medicine"[23]
"Bluebird"
List of singles as featured artist, with year released and album shown
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US
[24]		 AUS
[25]		 BEL
(FL)
[26]		 CAN
[27]		 IRE
[28]		 NLD
[29]		 NOR
[30]		 NZ
[31]		 UK
[32]
"Faceless"
(Beshken featuring Gus Dapperton)[33]		 2016 ————————— Closed Doors (EP)
"Supalonely"
(Benee featuring Gus Dapperton)		 2019 3963101196218 Stella & Steve and Hey U X
"Somewhere"
(Surf Mesa featuring Gus Dapperton)[39]		 2020 ————————— Non-album single
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released.

Guest appearances
List of guest appearances, with year released and album shown
Title Year Album
"Of Lacking Spectacle" 2018 13 Reasons Why: Season 2 (Music from the Original TV Series)

Endorsements

In June 2020, Dapperton was featured in Skull Candy's "mood boost" campaign, along with Rina Sawayama, Cuco and Rico Nasty. The goal of the program was to boost mental health by celebrating a different feel-good mood every month aiming to help those struggling with depression, addiction and suicide.[40] The program was promoted with the hashtag #FeelOriginal.[41]

References
  1. Thomas, Fred (2020). "Gus Dapperton – Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  2. Rice, Brendan Patrick. "ASCAP Ace Search". ASCAP. Retrieved March 15, 2020.
  3. "Up-and-Coming Artist Gus Dapperton On Music Videos, His Personal Style, and His New EP".
  4. "Indie Pop Phenomenon Gus Dapperton Breaks Down His Quirky, Fashion-Filled Tour Wardrobe". Vogue.
  5. "Of Lacking Spectacle" – via Amazon.
  6. Stewart, Allison (January 4, 2018). "Gus Dapperton is more than a bowl cut and a few tracks". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  7. Dwyer, Kate (October 5, 2020). "Indie pop artist Gus Dapperton taps into '90s style and sound". The New York Times. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  8. "Gus Dapperton – Ones To Watch". Ones to Watch. 2016. Retrieved December 22, 2019.
  9. Cooper, Duncan (April 18, 2019). "Gus Dapperton: Where Polly People Go to Read Album Review". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  10. "Gus Dapperton has announced his new album, 'Orca'". Dork. July 1, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  11. Putney, Corey (August 14, 2017). "Impressions: Gus Dapperton – Yellow and Such (EP)". Rosemary Media. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  12. Wyatt, Tyler (February 27, 2018). "Gus Dapperton teases indie listeners with another glimpse of stardom". Daily Collegian. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  13. "Gus Dapperton – Ditch [New Single]". Acid Stag. June 6, 2016. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  14. "I'm Just Snacking – Single by Gus Dapperton on Apple Music". Apple Music US. May 17, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  15. ""Prune, You Talk Funny" – Gus Dapperton (Single Review)". Amnplify. November 25, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  16. "Gus Dapperton shares new short film 'World Class Cinema,' headlining tour starts today". Broadway World. October 19, 2018. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  17. "BTS with Gus Dapperton". Wonderland Magazine. February 7, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  18. Hussein, Wandera (March 14, 2019). "Gus Dapperton drops new single "Fill Me Up Anthem"". The Fader. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  19. "Gus Dapperton shares the video for 'Coax & Botany'". V2 Records. September 10, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  20. "Gus Dapperton is ready to dance on new track 'Give it to Me Straight'". Turtlenek. August 20, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  21. Polo, Maxamillion (April 23, 2020). "Gus Dapperton returns with "First Aid," an emo-tinged ode to his sister". Ones to Watch. Retrieved April 24, 2020.
  22. Wass, Mike (July 1, 2020). "Gus Dapperton Rolls Out "Post Humorous," Announces 'Orca' LP". Idolator. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  23. Droke, Carolyn (September 2, 2020). "Gus Dapperton's Somber Single 'Medicine' Is A Sparkling Piano Ballad". Uproxx. Retrieved September 3, 2020.
  24. "Benee, HSI". Billboard. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
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  26. "Discografie Benee". Ultratop (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  27. "Benee, CAN". Billboard. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  28. "Discography Benee". irishcharts.com. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  29. "Discografie Benee". dutchcharts.nl. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  30. "Discography Benee". norwegiancharts.com. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  31. "NZ Singles Chart – Issue #4838". Recorded Music NZ. March 28, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  32. "Benee – Full Official Chart history". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  33. "PREMIERE: Enter the Waking Dream of Beshken's "Faceless" Video Featuring Gus Dapperton". www.vice.com. Retrieved August 4, 2020.
  34. "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2020 Singles". ARIA. May 31, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  35. "Ultratop − Goud en Platina – Singles 2020". Ultratop. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  36. "BRIT Certified - bpi" (To access, enter the search parameter "Benee"). British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  37. "Canadian single certifications – Benee – Supalonely (ft. Gus Dapperton)". Music Canada. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  38. "New Zealand single certifications – Benee feat. Gus Dapperton – Supalonely". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  39. Wass, Mike (August 3, 2020). "Surf Mesa & Gus Dapperton Team Up For "Somewhere"". Idolator. Retrieved September 3, 2020.
  40. "Join the Mission to Boost Mental Health with the Mood of Original Bundles". Skull Candy. 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
  41. "Gus Dapperton – I'm Just Snacking (Mood Boost: Original)". June 11, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020 – via YouTube.
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