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. He is best known for his featured appearance on Benee's 2019 hit single "Supalonely".
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![]() Gus Dapperton in Norway in 2018 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Brendan Patrick Rice |
Born | [1] Warwick, New York, U.S. | March 11, 1997
Genres | |
Instruments | Guitar, vocals, keyboard |
Years active | 2015–present |
Labels | AWAL |
Associated acts | Benee |
Website | gusdapperton |
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 coloured 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 is set to be released on September 18, 2020. He released two singles "First Aid" and "Post Humorous" prior to the album release.
Discography
Studio albums
Title | Details |
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Where Polly People Go to Read |
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Orca |
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Extended plays
Title | Details |
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Yellow and Such |
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You Think You're a Comic! |
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Singles
As lead artist
Title | Year | Album |
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"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] |
As featured artist
Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||||||||
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US [23] |
AUS [24] |
BEL (FL) [25] |
CAN [26] |
IRE [27] |
NLD [28] |
NOR [29] |
NZ [30] |
UK [31] | ||||
"Faceless" (Beshken featuring Gus Dapperton)[32] |
2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Closed Doors (EP) | |
"Supalonely" (Benee featuring Gus Dapperton) |
2019 | 39 | 6 | 3 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 18 | Stella & Steve | |
"Somewhere" (Surf Mesa featuring Gus Dapperton)[38] |
2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | |
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released. |
Guest appearances
Title | Year | Album |
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"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.[39] The program was promoted with the hashtag #FeelOriginal.[40]
References
- Thomas, Fred (2020). "Gus Dapperton – Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- Rice, Brendan Patrick. "ASCAP Ace Search". ASCAP. Retrieved March 15, 2020.
- "Up-and-Coming Artist Gus Dapperton On Music Videos, His Personal Style, and His New EP".
- "Indie Pop Phenomenon Gus Dapperton Breaks Down His Quirky, Fashion-Filled Tour Wardrobe". Vogue.
- "Of Lacking Spectacle" – via Amazon.
- Stewart, Allison (January 4, 2018). "Gus Dapperton is more than a bowl cut and a few tracks". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- Dwyer, Kate (October 5, 2020). "Indie pop artist Gus Dapperton taps into '90s style and sound". The New York Times. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton – Ones To Watch". Ones to Watch. 2016. Retrieved December 22, 2019.
- Cooper, Duncan (April 18, 2019). "Gus Dapperton: Where Polly People Go to Read Album Review". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton has announced his new album, 'Orca'". Dork. July 1, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- Putney, Corey (August 14, 2017). "Impressions: Gus Dapperton – Yellow and Such (EP)". Rosemary Media. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- Wyatt, Tyler (February 27, 2018). "Gus Dapperton teases indie listeners with another glimpse of stardom". Daily Collegian. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton – Ditch [New Single]". Acid Stag. June 6, 2016. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "I'm Just Snacking – Single by Gus Dapperton on Apple Music". Apple Music US. May 17, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- ""Prune, You Talk Funny" – Gus Dapperton (Single Review)". Amnplify. November 25, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton shares new short film 'World Class Cinema,' headlining tour starts today". Broadway World. October 19, 2018. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "BTS with Gus Dapperton". Wonderland Magazine. February 7, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- Hussein, Wandera (March 14, 2019). "Gus Dapperton drops new single "Fill Me Up Anthem"". The Fader. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton shares the video for 'Coax & Botany'". V2 Records. September 10, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton is ready to dance on new track 'Give it to Me Straight'". Turtlenek. August 20, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- 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.
- Kenneally, Cerys (July 1, 2020). "Gus Dapperton announces second album with lead cut "Post Humorous"". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Benee, HSI". Billboard. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "ARIA Australian Top 50 Singles". ARIA. June 15, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Discografie Benee". Ultratop (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Benee, CAN". Billboard. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Discography Benee". irishcharts.com. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Discografie Benee". dutchcharts.nl. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Discography Benee". norwegiancharts.com. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "NZ Singles Chart – Issue #4838". Recorded Music NZ. March 28, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Benee – Full Official Chart history". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "PREMIERE: Enter the Waking Dream of Beshken's "Faceless" Video Featuring Gus Dapperton". www.vice.com. Retrieved August 4, 2020.
- "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2020 Singles". ARIA. May 31, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Ultratop − Goud en Platina – Singles 2020". Ultratop. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "BRIT Certified - bpi" (To access, enter the search parameter "Benee"). British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Canadian single certifications – Benee – Supalonely (ft. Gus Dapperton)". Music Canada. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "New Zealand single certifications – Benee feat. Gus Dapperton – Supalonely". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Somewhere - single". Apple Music. July 31, 2020. Retrieved August 1, 2020.
- "Join the Mission to Boost Mental Health with the Mood of Original Bundles". Skull Candy. 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020.
- "Gus Dapperton – I'm Just Snacking (Mood Boost: Original)". June 11, 2020. Retrieved July 2, 2020 – via YouTube.