Dru (singer) facts for kids

Andrew Grange, known as Dru, is a talented Canadian singer and songwriter. He is famous for his R&B and Soul music. Dru has won a Juno Award and a MuchMusic Video Award (MMVA). These awards celebrate the best music in Canada.

Dru's Music Journey

Starting with In Essence

Dru began his music career in 1993. He was the lead singer for an R&B group called In Essence. The group released an album named The Master Plan. One of their popular songs was "You'll Never Find." This song was even featured on a famous DJ's album. In Essence won a Juno Award in 2004. This was a big achievement for the group.

Going Solo

Dru released his first solo album, The One, in 2008. Critics liked it, with one newspaper giving it a high rating. A major Canadian radio station also named him their "emerging artist of the Month." This meant he was a new artist to watch out for.

His first three solo songs were "The One," "Stay with Me (Always)," and "Seasons." These songs were played a lot on radio stations across Canada. In 2009, Dru became even more popular. He was featured on a hit song called "Runnin'" by DJs Doman & Gooding. This song was a big hit in Canada and the UK. It also earned Dru another Juno Award nomination in 2010. He was nominated for "Dance Recording of The Year." Billboard Magazine, a well-known music magazine, has called Dru "one of the most important emerging Canadian artists."

In 2011, Dru released his single "Gettin It In." This was followed by his second solo album, On the Brink. He has continued to release new music, showing his growth as an artist.

Dru's Music Albums and Songs

This section lists the music Dru has released. It includes his studio albums and singles.

Studio Albums

These are the main albums Dru has released.

Singles

These are individual songs Dru has released.

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As a Featured Artist

Dru has also been featured on songs by other artists.