Dan Reynolds Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft 4 in |
Weight | 81 kg |
Date of Birth | July 14, 1987 |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Eye Color | Blue |
While he was studying in university, Dan Reynolds realized that he wanted to become a professional musician. It was a difficult decision for him as he came from a family of academicians. However, he persisted with his passion and formed Imagine Dragons. They managed to make a great start with college competitions and local events. Over the years, he has managed to earn a tremendous amount of success. In recognition of his ability with penning songs, he was awarded the Songwriters Hall of Fame Hal David Starlight Award.
Born Name
Daniel Coulter Reynolds
Nick Name
Dan
Sun Sign
Cancer
Born Place
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Residence
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Nationality
Education
Dan Reynolds graduated from Bonanza High School. Then, he got enrolled at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and later transferred to the Brigham Young University.
At the university, he studied marketing, music, and communications. However, he dropped out of the university to focus on his music career.
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist, Record Producer
Family
- Father – Ronald Reynolds (Lawyer, Author)
- Mother – Christene M. Reynolds (née Callister)
- Siblings – Mac Reynolds (Brother), Robert Reynolds (Sister), Sarah Reynolds (Sister). He has 5 more brothers.
- Others – Harold Noland Reynolds (Paternal Grandfather), Bethel Ernestine Talbott (Paternal Grandmother), Robert Marshall Callister (Maternal Grandfather), Marco Rushton Christensen (Maternal Grandmother)
Manager
Dan Reynolds is represented by Paradigm Talent Agency.
Genre
Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Pop Rock, Indie Pop, Electropop
Instruments
Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Keyboards, Synthesizers, Drums, Percussion, Saxophone
Labels
Interscope Records, KIDinaKORNER
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft 4 in or 193 m
Weight
81 kg or 178.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Dan Reynolds has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
White
On his father’s side, he has English, German, Welsh, Scottish, Irish, French, Scots-Irish, and remote Dutch ancestry. While on his mother’s side, he is of Danish, English, and Manx descent.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Deep Blue Eyes
- Imposing height
Brand Endorsements
Dan Reynolds’ music band has done endorsement work for the following brands –
- Evans Drumheads
- Gibraltar Hardware
- Latin Percussion
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- Vic Firth Sticks
Religion
He is a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has also served as a full-time volunteer missionary.
Best Known For
Being the lead vocalist of the popular pop-rock, Imagine Dragons, which has achieved a lot of commercial success and has sold tens of millions of records worldwide. Some of the band’s studio albums like Evolve and Smoke + Mirrors have been huge hits.
First Album
In 2012, he released the debut studio album, Night Visions, as a member of Imagine Dragons. The album achieved good commercial success and even debuted in the 2nd spot on the Billboard 200 charts and was eventually certified as double platinum.
First Film
In 2015, he made his theatrical film debut in the sci-fi mystery drama movie, Project Almanac.
First TV Show
In 2012, Dan Reynolds made his first TV show appearance in the comedy documentary show, alt.news 26:46.
Personal Trainer
After he was diagnosed with Ankylosing spondylitis, a form of inflammatory arthritis, Reynolds started working out regularly and hired Brad Feinberg as his personal trainer. Feinberg prepared a specialized workout regime for Reynolds for the music video of Believer, in which he faced off against the action legend, Dolph Lundgren.
Feinberg divided his strength training routine into 3 days. Day one was reserved for Olympic style lifting that included cleans, snatches, and different pulls. Day two was reserved for chest and legs workout. On the third day, they focused on pulling exercises. About 2 months before the video shoot, Reynolds went for 3 to 5 rep range for Olympic exercises spread over 3 sets. The rep range was increased to more than 10 in the last month.
For other strength training exercises, he kept the rep range between 8 and 15 for the first month. For the last month, the rep range was increased above 15. In the last month, he also started focusing on upper body. He also included boxing and yoga in his routine. He did strength training for 3 days and boxing for 2 days with one day reserved for yoga.
He also started following a disciplined diet plan to complement his work in the gym. His daily 2900 calories diet was divided into the following 5 meals –
Meal 1 – 4 eggs, oatmeal, 2 scoops of peanut butter, 1 cup veggies, and 2 tablespoons olive oil
Meal 2 – 1 cup berries, 1 cup almond milk, 1 cup water, and 2 scoops of protein powder
Meal 3 – 1 cup veggies, 8 oz. chicken breast, 6 oz. sweet potato or half cup rice
Meal 4 – 6 oz. sweet potato or half cup rice, 7 oz steak or chicken
Meal 5 – 2 tablespoons peanut butter and 2 rice cakes
Also, every 3rd day, Feinberg took carbs completely out of Reynolds meals. This was very useful in getting the popular singer a shredded appearance.
Dan Reynolds Favorite Things
- Music Artists Or Bands – Paul Simon, Harry Nilsson, The Beatles
- Rockstars – Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Bono
Source – Cincy Music, Boys’ Life
Dan Reynolds Facts
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