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Current Joys

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About Current Joys

Current Joys is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

Current Joys's age

Current Joys is currently 30 years old.

Current Joys's country of origin

Current Joys is from United States.

Current Joys's real name

Current Joys's real name is Nicholas Rattigan.

The Success Story of Current Joys

Who Is Current Joys?

Current Joys is the musical project of Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nicholas Rattigan. His songs are often poetic and emotionally raw, exploring topics such as love, longing, and heartache. The project rose to prominence with the 2017 release of his debut album A Different Age, which was praised by critics for its captivating songwriting and haunting melodies.

Music Career

Rattigan began writing music under the name Current Joys in 2015. Throughout 2016, he released several singles which quickly gained traction with fans of indie rock music. In 2017, he released his debut album A Different Age to critical acclaim. The album featured several fan-favorites such as “Sorrow” and “Mystery”. Following the success of his debut album, Rattigan began touring extensively throughout Europe and the United States. In 2018, he released his sophomore album Weight Of Matter to even more critical acclaim. The album featured a more expansive sound than its predecessor while maintaining Rattigan’s unique songwriting style.

Influences

The music of Current Joys draws influence from a variety of genres including folk, pop, rock, and indie. His songs often feature intricate guitar work paired with dreamy vocal melodies. Rattigan cites Jimmy Eat World, Death Cab for Cutie, and Neil Young as some of his biggest influences.

Live Performances

Since 2017, Current Joys has performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe. His live performances feature a mix of solo acoustic songs and full-band renditions of his studio recordings. Audiences often cite Rattigan’s captivating stage presence as one of the highlights of his live shows. In 2019, he performed at festivals such as SXSW in Austin, TX and End of The Road Festival in Wiltshire, UK.}