Ryan Ross is now a man. Scratch that. The Panic! At the Disco guitarist is still just boyish, pretty, and fragile-looking as ever. But he is of legal drinking age! We popped over to Ross’s 21st birthday party at Pete Wentz’s bar, Angels & Kings, last night, where Ross knocked back his first government-condoned drinks. Ross’s girlfriend, Keltie Colleen, and her friends also surprised Ross with a cake wearing Vegas-showgirl-lookin’ getups (we were told they’re in a Pussy Cat Dolls–style dance group). He was also gifted with a framed photo of the Beatles (he’s a super-fan!).

On waking up an adult, Ross ribbed Vulture with “I feel like a totally different person.” As for his plans for his 22nd year, “I want to make happier music,” he says. “There’s not a lot of happy music out there, and some people may not like it, but that’s what we’re going to work towards.” Growing up sometimes means selling out emo.

Source: nymag.com

Ryan Ross turns 25 today and the guys took it to twitter to wish him a Happy Birthday.

Happy Birthday, old man! Hope it’s a good’n! – Brendon

hey watch it pal, I’m one year closer to being the girl from orphan – Ryan

Happy Birthday my friend! One year closer to be able to ride a Rascal without it looking weird!! – Spencer

thanks man, that’s what were all looking forward to – Ryan

Alternative Press – October 2011

Here’s an old picture of Panic! At The Disco receiving their Platinum Album awards for A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out on August 30, 2006 — the album was officially certified Platinum (1 million copies sold) on July 10, 2006. The picture was published on AP’s feature on Fueled By Ramen’s 15th Anniversary.

During your split from Panic you stayed very quiet. Is there anything that you would love the fans to know that you never got the chance to say?

I didn’t really understand everything that was going on while it was going on.The band was experiencing creative and personal differences even before I joined which made for a complicated working relationship. It was extremely hard for me to walk away from not only my good friends but the passion and hard work I put into the project.

You began The Young Veins, released a record, and then decided that it wasn’t working. What was the reason behind that?

Ryan and I already had quite a few songs in the works intended for consideration on the next Panic album.  Our collaboration was evolving which was especially motivating during and after the split.  I really enjoyed the material and was hopeful that our new venture would create a balanced partnership but our differences made that difficult.

I really enjoyed all three Panic records, for different reasons, but many fans have expressed that they really miss you being in the band. Is there any chance that all four of you will magically end up together again?

For now, I enjoy the freedom of working on my own but making Pretty. Odd. was one of the greatest times of my life. For the most part, we (Rob Mathes included) were on the same page, working together in the studio and having a lot of fun in the process.  None of us will ever be in that place again but hopefully it had enough impact on each of us to consider  working together again if the opportunity presents itself.

What is your favorite memory from the past 5 years?

I’ve had so many great memories but going on safari in South Africa was a highlight. We saw all kinds of animals in their natural habitat and an amazing sunset. We woke up early the next day to catch the big cats before they went to sleep, followed by delicious coffee and muffins at sunrise. The next night was my last show with Panic.

If you want to know more about what Jon’s up to now, read the full interview at Buzznet.com.

05/26/11

Brendon: I just remembered I used to play basketball on a carpeted court when I was younger. Never seemed weird until now.

Ryan: @brendonuriesays rug burns must’ve been an occupational hazard for all, no?

Brendon: @thisisryanross yeah, you just get used to it. Your knees pay the price.

Ryan: @brendonuriesays you really set yourself up there, I’m not gonna say it though

Update: 05/27/11

Brendon: @thisisryanross enough said

Ryan: @brendonuriesays you got it

From Zack Hall’s Twitter…

Chillen in LA having dinner with @brendonuriesays @thespencersmith & @thisisryanross .. Amazing Mexican food! http://yfrog.com/mx12354661j

Las Vegas Weekly (+5)
by Beverly Poppe – April 2008
Thanks to Bunnie!

Shane Valdés’ Twitter 08/27/10: Small world! @brendonuriesays @thisisryanross

Pete Wentz posted a video of Brendon and Ryan playing “What’s My Age Again?” with Mark Hoppus at the Honda Civic Tour 2007 in Las Vegas.

PeteWentz.com: this video seems fitting as patd and blink are both getting back to new music… if there are genuine friends out there here are some. +44 wasnt able to play due to a family emergency and panic happened to be in town. they learned a bunch of stuff in a day. pretty rad. old memories- knowing that they both have a future once again. stoked.

Former Panic! At The Disco guitarist Ryan Ross has spoken exclusively to Kerrang! about the band’s recent split and his plans for the future with new project, The Young Veins.

Ryan and bassist Jon Walker announced their departure from the Las Vegas quartet in July citing the decidedly non-creative explanation of “creative differences”. However, while that phrase is normally codeword for inter-band strife, Ryan admitted he and Jon are still best mates with Panic! frontman Brendon Urie and drummer Spencer Smith.

“We started Panic! when we were young, so it was inevitable we would want to go in different musical directions later,” he told K!. “We felt that the best thing to do was to go our own way. Friendships shouldn’t suffer just because you like different things.” Read the full article »