January 21, 2026

Ruel Wins First Prize for the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition

Massive congratulations to our client Ruel for winning first prize in the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Song Writing Competition for ‘The Suburbs’!

Written by Ruel alongside Mark Landon, Chelsea Lena, Fran Hall & Elias Danielsen, ‘The Suburbs’ was recognised for its emotional clarity, melodic strength and contemporary songwriting craft.

For the full list of winners, head here.

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    Ruel Wins First Prize for the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition

    Massive congratulations to our client Ruel for winning first prize in the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Song Writing Competition for ‘The Suburbs’!

    Written by Ruel alongside Mark Landon, Chelsea Lena, Fran Hall & Elias Danielsen, ‘The Suburbs’ was recognised for its emotional clarity, melodic strength and contemporary songwriting craft.

    For the full list of winners, head here.