The Success Story of Sleeping At Last
Who is Sleeping At Last?
Sleeping At Last is an American musical project led by songwriter and producer Ryan O'Neal since 1999. He is best known for his melodic, cinematic sound and introspective lyrics. The project has released seven albums, four EPs, and over 170 singles. It has toured extensively in the United States and internationally, most recently in Europe in 2020.Early Life
Ryan O'Neal was born in 1981 in Wheaton, Illinois. He comes from a family of musicians—his mother taught piano and his father was a church musician. From a young age, he was exposed to a wide variety of musical genres, including gospel, classical, pop, and jazz. In 1999, he formed the experimental rock band Sleeping At Last with his brother Chad O'Neal.Career
Sleeping At Last's first album was released in 2000. Since then, they have released several more albums and EPs, each exploring different musical styles. Their most recent release is Atlas: Space 2 (2020), a concept album about outer space. They have also collaborated with other artists such as Sirah and Emmet Tinley. In addition to their studio albums and EPs, they have also released over 170 singles.Live Performances
Sleeping At Last has toured extensively throughout the United States and internationally. In 2020, they toured Europe for the first time in support of the Atlas: Space 2 album. They are known for their captivating live performances, which feature O'Neal on guitar backed by a full band. They have performed at festivals such as Lollapalooza, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and SXSW.Legacy
Sleeping At Last has established itself as one of the most unique acts in independent music today. Their music has been featured in films such as The Fault in Our Stars (2014) and TV shows such as Grey's Anatomy (2005-present). Their sound has been described as 'cinematic,' 'atmospheric,' and 'gorgeous.' They have amassed a loyal fanbase around the world.
