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Praised by the New York Times for his “genuine originality,” Rufus Wainwright has established himself as one of the great male vocalists, songwriters, and composers of his generation. The New York-born, Montreal-raised singer-songwriter has released ten studio albums to date, three DVDs, and three live albums including the Grammy-nominated Rufus Does Judy at Carnegie Hall. He has collaborated with artists such as Elton John, Burt Bacharach, Robert Wilson, David Byrne, Boy George, Joni Mitchell, Pet Shop Boys, Heart, Robbie Williams, Jessye Norman, Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Sting, and producer Mark Ronson, among many others. He has written two operas, numerous songs for movies and TV, and is currently working on his first musical. His latest GRAMMY® and JUNO nominated album, Unfollow the Rules, finds Wainwright at the peak of his powers, entering artistic maturity with passion, honesty, and a new-found fearlessness.
Rufus Wainwright
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30 Mar, 2012
Rufus Wainwright: 'Out Of The Game'
A behind the scenes look at the making of Rufus Wainwright's new video 'Out Of The Game', featuring a guest appearance from Helena Bonham Carter.
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02 Mar, 2012
Rufus Wainwright: 'Out of the Game'... in full
You can now hear Rufus Wainwright's new single 'Out of the Game', in it's entirety. It will be available digitally from 13th March.
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01 Mar, 2012
Rufus Wainwright - 'Out Of The Game'
Single released April 16th on Polydor
Available to download from iTunes March 13thRufus Wainwright releases 'Out Of The Game' - the first single from his new, Mark Ronson produced LP of the same title - April 16th on Polydor.
It's the perfect opener to an LP which unashamedly celebrates the spirit of the 70s and which Rufus calls "the most pop album" he's ever made. A bold, heavenly jewel in the crown, 'Out Of The Game', is undeniably Rufus, his honey-toned voice cushioned by gospel singers as it glides through piano and electric guitar.
Rufus explains that the song was inspired by the YouTube obsessed kids of today. "For the first two verses I'm complaining, but in the third verse, it's tinged with envy as well," he says. "I'd like to be that age again and that silly, that excited about idiotic things. So I'm not being insensitive, just tired."
The single is taken from one of the most eagerly anticipated LPs of the year - 'Out Of The Game' - Rufus Wainwright's 7th studio album which is released on April 23rd. Highlights include the gospel infused rock of 'Jericho', the classical minimalism of 'Montauk' and 'Candles' - a stunning, poignant ode to Rufus' late mother Kate McGarrigle.
All in all, it's beautifully delivered reminder that the wonders of Rufus Wainwright will never cease.