American Authors (Band) - Members profile, Facts, Wiki, Achievements, Net worth 2024 (updated)
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Updated on February 22, 2026
American Authors is an American rock band based in New York City currently signed to Island Records. It currently consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Zac Barnett, bassist Dave Rublin, and drummer Matt Sanchez. Former member includes lead guitarist and banjoist James Adam Shelley. They are best known for their hit singles "Believer" and "Best Day of My Life" from their debut album Oh, What a Life, as well as their top 20 hit, "Go Big or Go Home", from their second album, What We Live For.
| Also known as | The Blue Pages (2006–2012) |
| Origin | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Genres | Pop rock, alternative rock, folk rock, indie rock |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Labels | Mercury, Island |
| Associated acts | Captain Cuts, Gazzo |
| Members | Zac Barnett, Dave Rublin, Matt Sanchez |
| Past members | James Adam Shelley |
Known as The Blue Pages from 2006 to 2012, their 2017 single "Best Day of My Life" reached number 1 on the US Adult charts and went three times platinum.
They were the opening act the 2016 Walmart shareholders concert.
Alternative rock groups from Massachusetts.. Indie rock musical groups from Massachusetts.. Musical groups from Boston.. Musical groups from Brooklyn.. Mercury Records artists.. Berklee College of Music alumni.
Latest information about American Authors updated on July 28 2021.
