Shaun Ruymen : THE POLISH OF POP, THE PASSION OF COUNTRY

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Shaun Ruymen is a man on the move. Watching him perform, it’s not hard to imagine he’s been moving for a while. From his clear, mighty vocals to his easy swagger, Ruymen’s got the chops and the charm of a seasoned pro. In fact, anyone who’s been with him from the start will tell you “it just comes natural to this guy.” But Shaun’s is a journey financed in belief, his road paved by the kind of determination and hard work that earns an artist the respect of his peers. His live performances have been sharpened on the stage, supporting established national acts like Josh Gracin and up-and-comers like Mishka and The Right Now. Several of his songs have already been featured in MTV’s The Real World: New Orleans and “Full of U” (Kit Hain, Kittus Music/Wild Pink), his collaboration with songwriter Kit Hain (Daughtry, Jason Castro, David Cook), was included on the original soundtrack for Touchstone Pictures’ You Again. It’s in person, though, live, before an audience that Shaun’s real magic, and truly unique charisma, are appreciated. The barrier between performer and crowd simply does not exist when he’s onstage. With one perfectly honest revelation or smirking glance, things get personal—no longer are we watching this guy with a guitar sing to us about his feelings. A closer listen and we realize he’s singing about ours. Now maybe it’s because he’s an actual schoolteacher that Ruymen makes being drawn in so easy. Maybe it’s because his tunes strike the right balance of joy and optimism to never come off less than totally sincere. Either way, this connection with the listener allows him to use his energy and poignant lyrics to teach his audience a lesson in things as thoughtful as the dreams we share and the power of belief. Or something as simple as love. These are a few of the themes found on his debut EP, Luckiest Man Alive, themes that continue on his current release, Today Is The Day. Reuniting him with producer Pat Noon (NBC Sports, Warner brothers Records), this 7-song affair finds Ruymen once again combining the contemporary polish and pop sensibilities of Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz with the roots-y passion and Americana feel of such crossover country acts as Lady Antebellum and Zac Brown. From the Californian summer vibe of the title track to its’ uplifting closer, “You”, Today re-establishes the warm, acoustic sounds of its predecessor while introducing new textures like brassy horns and lilting electric leads. The message behind its’ title is clear: “get busy living.” But after repeat listens another meaning begins to dawn—on this Day a confident musician announces his arrival as an artist. Speaking of days, Shaun is spending the bulk of his gearing up for a new year of touring, while working his organic sound into more and more new markets. For more info, check out shaunruymen.com. Because when this guys moves, you won’t want to miss it.

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