FUN. |
Featured Artist Janelle Monae! |
FUN. performing on MTV! |
Group members: Nate Ruess, Andrew Dost and Jack Antonoff. They were formed during the winter of 2008.
Hometown New York, NY
Website: OurNameIsFun
Genre: Alternative, Rock & Pop
One of their most popular songs is featuring Janelle Monae!
See video below.
1. Some Nights (Intro)
2. Some Nights
3. We Are Young
4. Carry On
5. It Gets Better
6. Why Am I the One
7. All Alone
8. All Alright
9. One Foot
10. Stars
11. Out on the Town
Release year 2012
Fueled by Ramen Records
Number of Discs: 1 Disc
Contributing Artist: Janelle Monae
Album Notes
“Some
Nights” is a studio album released on the Fueled by Ramen record label
in 2012 by Indie pop band Fun. The album was produced by Jeff Bhasker
and recorded in 2011. “Some Nights” contains 10 tracks and has a total
CD play time of 45 minutes and 55 seconds. Hit singles on the indie pop
album include “We Are Young” and the title track “Some Nights.” Other
tracks include “Carry On,” “It Gets Better,” “Why Am I the One,” “All
Alone,” “All Alright,” “One Foot,” and “Stars.” “Some Nights” features
the musical talents of Jack Antonoff on the guitar, Andrew Dost on the
horn and vocals, and Nate Ruess on lead vocals. Fun also brought in
additional instrumentalists to assist with orchestral numbers, adding a
unique sound to the albums songs through violas, keyboards, cellos,
trombones, percussion, flutes, and even choir singers. The album was
recorded at a number of different studios including Dawson’s Studio,
Electric Lady Studios, Emile’s Studio, and Livingston Studios in London.
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Social Media Roundup – Musical Artist
I purchase CD's from Best Buy all the time.
I used to go to concerts all of the time. My first one was a festival headlined by Iggy Pop and INXS.
Never bought music from best buy.
I have not purchased music at Best Buy, but a bunch of other electronic items.
I love seeing Mary J. Blige in concert. She puts on an amazing show!!
Never been been to a concert
I have purchases cd's before at best buy
The only concert I been to was the hurricane relief concert years ago.. Seen various artists there.
yes I have
rodger waters from pink floyd & Sting
I have bought cds from Best Buy
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Sherry
We live near an amusement park Worlds of Fun, and they used to have country concerts. I always enjoyed those.
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Sherry
I know I've bought movies at Best Buy before but I don't think I've ever purchased music.
I haven't been to a concert in a long time. I used to see Phish, The Dead, and Tori Amos regularly.
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Of course I have purchased music at bn
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It's been about 12 years and it was Sade
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Love going to Best Buy to browse and buy music. Go every few weeks.
Attended so many concerts! My first was Wayne Newton with my mom when I was about 12. But my fav was Price.
I have bought lots of music at Best Buy, but it's been a loooong time!
The first concert I went to was Smashing Pumpkins/Garbage. The last concert I saw was Bloc Party.
I have purchased music there before.
I saw MUSE.
I went to see Big time rush with my kids.
Yes, I have bought music there before but it was years ago.
Last concert I went to was a Keith Urban.
I have bought CDs from Best Buy before, but not in a long time. We don't have a Best Buy in town, sadly.
My very first concert was Huey Lewis & the News. 🙂
I've purchased music from best buy a long time ago.
I seen Nsync years ago.
I have never bought music at best buy. I have however bought music players. does that count? lol
When I was in High School I went to go see Rascal Flatts with a friend and it was AWESOME! A few years later I went to see Brooks and Dunn and they put on a great show. Alan Jackson was after them and he was alright 🙂
i have bought cds at best buy
No I have never purchased music from Best Buy before, but I would be willing to. Thanks so much for hosting this great giveaway!
Eloise
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You are very welcome Eloise. 🙂
I have seen Alan Jackson and Joe Nichols and they were fantastic. Thanks so much for hosting this great giveaway!
Eloise
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I have bought CD's at Best Buy before, but it's been a while
The last concert I went to was Josh Turner and Carrie Underwood
I've seen Whitney Houston who was terrifc.
I am pretty conservative in my music choices so I have not yet heard of this band.
Thanks Staci. They are a wonderful group. 🙂
Tell me a concert that you have ever attended before. Which artist did you see? Carnival of Madness — Evanescence, Cavo, Chevelle, New Medicine and Halestorm
Thank you Dena. 🙂
Tell me if you have ever purchased music at Best Buy before? Yes i bought cds at Best buy before. 🙂
Great!
Honestly I've never thought of Best Buy for music, but will have to look into it. Thanks. julieann r
You are welcome and they have a lot of great music. 🙂
The last time I bought music at Best Buy was about 2 years ago, and I used a gift card from Christmas to do it. I bought a Matt Dusk, and Chick Correa (sp?) cd..they are both contemporary Jazz artists.
okay great. Thanks Tom. 🙂
Well, for a single performer the last one was way back in the 90's, and it was Kenny G! (I know, don't judge!) as far as groups go, Blue Man Group Concert Experience, and Mannheim Steamroller are at the top of the list!
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Kenny G is also a great performer. Thanks for the comments. 🙂
Thanks for the great giveaway! I've unfortunately never been to a concert but I hope to go to one soon!
I hope you get to go one day soon also Michelle. 🙂
My fave artist is Jack's Mannequin. I've seen them in concert quite a few times! Always a great show!
Wonderful and thanks Mariah! 🙂
This group FUN is one of my new favorites!! Great post!!
Great and thanks Jennifer. 🙂
I went to see Pitbull last month
I know that was a lively crowd. He is also a great artist!
I just saw Bruce Springsteen in Chicago. Love live music!
Yes, I love it too and I love Bruce as well. 🙂
Just went to see Bon Jovi!
Wonderful and I know you had a great time. 🙂