Get ready for a musical revolution! Ryan Tedder, the mastermind behind OneRepublic’s biggest hits, is teaming up with Concord Originals to create a groundbreaking film musical that will reimagine his iconic songs in ways you’ve never heard before. But here’s where it gets exciting: this isn’t just a greatest hits compilation—it’s a completely original story, written by the brilliant Chelsea Marcantel, that weaves together new renditions of Tedder’s chart-toppers like Bleeding Love, Apologize, and Counting Stars with fresh, never-before-heard tracks. And this is the part most people miss: Concord Music Publishing owns over 170 of Tedder’s compositions, giving them a treasure trove of material to work with. The project, tentatively titled Bleeding Love, is already in development and promises to be a feast for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Can a film built around pre-existing pop songs truly feel original, or will it just come across as a glorified jukebox musical? Tedder seems confident, telling Deadline, ‘We are planning some really amazing things for this film which will have something for everyone to enjoy.’ Meanwhile, Sophia Dilley, EVP of Concord Originals, gushed about the collaboration, calling it a ‘thrill’ to work with Tedder’s ‘indelible mark on popular culture.’ But what do you think? Is this a match made in musical heaven, or a risky gamble? Let us know in the comments!
For those unfamiliar, Tedder isn’t just a OneRepublic frontman—he’s a three-time Grammy-winning producer who’s worked with everyone from Adele and Taylor Swift to Beyoncé and U2. His songwriting prowess has earned him the National Music Publishers’ Association’s Songwriter Icon Award, and he’s contributed to over $500 million in record sales. Recently, he even co-wrote tracks for Apple’s F1 soundtrack, proving his versatility across genres and platforms.
Chelsea Marcantel, the scribe behind Bleeding Love, is no stranger to storytelling either. A former member of the Walt Disney Animation Story Trust, she’s collaborated on films like Strange World and Wish, and her plays have been produced across the U.S. and Canada. Her ability to blend emotion and innovation makes her the perfect partner for Tedder’s vision.
Behind the scenes, the project is in capable hands. Produced by Tedder and Ben Orell for More Coffee Please, alongside Concord Originals’ Sophia Dilley and Charles Hopkins, the film is backed by Concord’s financial muscle. Exec producers Bob Valentine and Quíle Gomez, who brought the project to Concord, are ensuring it gets the star treatment it deserves.
And let’s not forget Concord Originals’ recent acquisition of RKO, the studio behind classics like King Kong and Citizen Kane. With projects like the Emmy-nominated Stax: Soulsville U.S.A. and the upcoming Billy Preston: That’s The Way God Planned It, they’re no strangers to blending music and storytelling. But will Bleeding Love live up to their legacy? Only time will tell.
One thing’s for sure: This film is poised to spark conversations—about creativity, originality, and the power of music to transcend its original form. What’s your take? Is this the future of musical films, or a one-time experiment? Share your thoughts below, and stay tuned for more updates on this bold new venture!
