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Capital Cities is an American pop duo from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2008 by Ryan Merchant (vocals, keyboard, guitar) and Sebu Simonian (vocals, keyboard). Their debut EP was released on June 7, 2011, with lead single "Safe and Sound" which became their first, and only, top ten hit single. The band currently consists of Merchant ...
Jingle composers Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian formed Capital Cities in 2010. The duo’s debut album, In a Tidal Wave of Mystery, is filled with catchy tunes, clever synth-pop arrangements, and smart turns of phrase.
About. Pop music performer who rose to fame as one half of the Los Angeles based electro-pop duo Capital Cities. He and his bandmate Sebu Simonian are known for their single "Safe and Sound" which hit the top 10 on Billboard's Hot 100. Before Fame. He met his bandmate through Craigslist after responding to an ad offering his production services.
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- May 2, 1981
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May 22, 2013 · During a stop on the band's Dancing With Strangers tour, Merchant talked to MusicRadar about the group's synths and software, their love of Michael Jackson, the Bee Gees and Pink Floyd, and how Safe And Sound came together.
About Capital Cities. Capital Cities is an American indie pop duo from Los Angeles, California, formed by Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian. Its debut EP was released on June 7, 2011, with lead...
"Safe and Sound" is a synth-pop, new wave, dance-pop and alternative rock song, and was written and produced by Capital Cities members Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian. It features a prominent trumpet line, which was only incorporated into its production after eight previous takes of the song.
May 17, 2014 · With the 2014 Billboard Music Awards rapidly approaching, we caught up with BBMA finalist Ryan Merchant of Capital Cities to help recount the incredible high points, new discoveries and...
