Ren on BBC Wales (18th October 2023)

Thanks to George Herd for making this happen! Final 24 hours to try make a difference on the UK Album Charts to push for number 1, the support this week has been incredible. Thank you
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[@sicpuppy9500]

#1 in the charts or not please remember Ren, that there are many of us who believe you are at and staying on the top of the game.

[@tesskennedy4959]

💯

[@lucketvids]

but not the money game. ;)

[@silversurfer8278]

I'm 69, not Welsh - but Ren Gill is the most innovative and versatile musician / producer / actor / lyricist / instrumentalist I have ever encountered through my life and love of music. He is a rising star that Wales, all of the UK, and planet Earth should be proud of. I'm buying the album (every little helps).

[@Silkytoaster]

In total agreement.

[@scottallan6770]

🎯🎯🎯

[@fooguwu]

nice

[@justinatest9456]

The British Isles have produced some of the greatest artists of all time. Ren is legitimately standing right there with them already. I know he's spent a lifetime working to get where he is, but he's also just getting started.

[@DrJetty]

I'm 68 and I am in awe of Ren's talent, I live in Brighton and have seen Ren many times play around the town in his band The Big Push. You could see he was a talent when they played on the streets of Brighton, to be honest the members of the band were talented musicians but Ren had more about him, such confidence in his playing and singing...

[@manval7183]

Amazing I’m old enough to remember Rick in the 80s. Ren you absolutely deserve to be no1. It’s not just your music it’s your message, transformative! Thank you.

[@patriciacloix71]

lu et approuvé bravo longue vie à REN quelle magnifique personne et quel talent génie brilliant intelligent cultivé bon je m'arrête ici mais je l'aime tellement 🙏💖

[@clarissathompson]

Same! I remember Rick Rollin’ at the roller rink in my teens and I do love him. I think this is Ren’s time, though.

[@FreckledAngelz]

Yes!!! Ren thank you

[@michaellavella2377]

Me too. Grew up hearing him on the radio and at the skating rink. It's pretty wild and very cool that Ren is able to be so close to topping the charts over him. I feel like taking second to Rick is no slight.

[@clarissathompson]

@@michaellavella2377 truth! Even if Ren doesn’t end up #1 on the charts, he’s #1 in our hearts!

[@rivernuri]

That's exactly right (for me at least) about being a voice for the voiceless. Thank you.

[@Mezzystar1]

My sister messaged me earlier to tell me this was on telly and my 83-year-old mother shouted ‘Ren yw e, drycha!’ when she opened the BBC News Wales website this morning! I’m getting real-life notifications here, Boi! Well done on the Huw Stephens interview too, it was great! ❤

[@gurulimbo]

Told my therapist that today! I had to miss Ren’s twitch stream for my appointment, so I brought him up! I made her pull him up on YT, we watched part of “Patience” the Unrest footage, I sang along, cried, and told her that he does give hope and a voice to people that are suffering some form of pain or anguish or doubt daily. “He has struggled, but it has given him that strength to write and sing about his experiences to help push himself and others through it.” Thanks bro. 🥊😎👍 ❤️

[@nich3719]

I also showed Ren's music to my therapist and she loved it !!

[@gurulimbo]

🤛

[@marissanorth85]

I've also showed my therapist lol honestly, he can be used in music therapy classes. I've taught a music therapy sesh centered on Grunge music. Music saves people!

[@sandiraymond1761]

I've also made my therapist aware of Ren. 😂❤ He does her job between sessions. 😉

[@andilisten]

Ren you have the most beautiful smile

[@SmallFox74]

Go get em Ren, you deserve this!

[@darrenfryer4454]

Ren is now only 150 album sales behind Rick Astley I'm English but I've never wanted a Welsh person get to number 1 in the Album charts more than Ren he deserves it so much and other independent artists should feel inspired that you don't need a record label to make it has an artist

[@childrenoftheinfinite]

where did you find out the sales figures?!

[@darrenfryer4454]

@@childrenoftheinfinite I went to the UK charts site and it was on there under news

[@joannemillard5546]

Regarding Astley's statement about whether a song will stand up when sung live.... All Ren's video's are done in one take which is an amazing achievement in itself. Ren truly deserves to be number one .

[@nem447]

[@tundiel]

I was 11 when Rick said he wasn't going to give 'you' up. Man, he wasn't lying 🤣🤣🤣 This is brilliant. It's British humour at it's best, too! Bloody loves it like, innit. Go on Ren, get 'im! 😂😂😂

[@Drea-lt6xh]

Congratulations Ren

[@iaincphotography6051]

Oh I have heard of Rick, I am 73. However we have a true creative in Ren Gill, he is way ahead of anyone at this moment in time and long may it continue.

[@J03L-]

I’ve been rickrolled 4 times today. All 4 by Ren since he played it 3 times in the stream and then the BBC news that Ren taped.

[@rivernuri]

And two of them by Ren himself directly, for me! 🤦‍♀️

[@chrisparti]

Never mind No.1 in the UK, Ren is the No.1 in the world as far as I'm concerned... I'm 61 and have loved musuc all of my life, played in pub bands, and I have never come across an artist close to Ren in this industry in all my years... Whilst I agree Ren is immensely talented, his musical skills have taken thousands of dedicated hours of hard work, playing, writing and practicing to get that good, talent will only get you so far, this incredible young man has worked hard at his craft 👏👏👏👏

[@Annicaha]

Proud fan, grinning intensely! Just wrote Rens name in my list of gratitudes. Battling depression for most of my life and almost gave up on it 3 years ago. The image of my cats eating my face and traumatizing them and my family pulled me back from my plans. Your artistry has definitely played a part in my healing journey. Much love, I'm very greatful to Ren and this wonderful community! ❤

[@celinel9750]

Glade you stayed with us 🥰

[@Annicaha]

@@celinel9750 thanks hun ❤️

[@debradillard315]

Glad you stayed with us. Ren has brighten my 68 years of living. Happy that Ren's music has touched you in a profound way.

[@Annicaha]

@@debradillard315 ❤️

[@Nimsh-]

I'm glad you managed to persevere, the thought of my family finding me was what pulled me out of it too.

[@sharondagostino3348]

Although I loved , "never gonna give you up" in my 20s. 😊Ren is something different. True artist and deserves it. Plus my guy has a heart attached to his talent. Rare

[@cbradio-su8kd]

Also fantastic to here LOCO and GENESIS being played on BBC WALES radio, I felt so proud of our WELSH BOI, 🤞🤞🤞for Friday, nobody deserves success more than you REN🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Ka1thee]

A voice for the people. A true artist. Well done 👏

[@NukSooKow-yp9py]

The fact Ren is up there, hurdles and all, alongside Rick, who has been a household name for decades.....incredible. I believe Ren is taking the top spot come Friday. Go on son 😎 You deserve this!

[@tonyhunt4250]

Love it, I heard Ren on NPR in the states this weekend. Blew my mind that Ren was on my car radio! I got chills, being a part of this amazing man's journey.

[@davemannn]

Yeah, my mom messages me about that guy Ren I was talking about being on NPR...NPR!! I was like WTF!!!! 😁

[@Melly01]

Woo hoo! Love this for you! The RENegades are with you! ❤

[@peterveste6976]

am 63 years old and Rens sick boi album is the best ive ever heard ❤❤

[@ianrosie4431]

Never gonna give you up, Ren 😀.

[@LoutTsu]

Congratulations to Ren and his crew on this release! As a fan, it's so gratifying being along for the ride.

[@Baldevi]

We are all pushin' for you, Ren, I think you're going to pull it off, no marketing campaign from pencil pushers needed! Just heart, talent and the love of your listeners.

[@maco8010]

Ren is a genius

[@sinrenfield]

This is brilliant Ren! As someone with a rare chronic illness, you are DEFINITLEY MY VOICE! ❤

[@Relaxwithnomes]

I actually read the BBC article today .. I hate the BBC, but love that they gave you much well deserved airtime lad! Much love buddy ❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧

[@lisaswanson7442]

REN you will always be number one to those of us who hear and see your creative genius at work!

[@Silkytoaster]

I like how you put that .

[@RobotronOG]

You have used social media like KZbin and Twitch brilliantly to make this happen.

[@SolidSkow]

#1 or #2...doesn't matter. Ren is already doing something almost unheard of, releasing an album to this success while done minimal advertising, no touring, etc. Absolutely remarkable. We all know that Ren is endlessly talented, but he's also a trailblazer. He's nothing short of a musical/creative genius and he deserves 10000% of the success and reception he's getting. Congrats on the release for Sick Boi! Easily my Album of the Year.

[@gurulimbo]

Never gonna give you up, Ren! 🙃 🥊😎👍 🔥🌳🌬️💨

[@mellonista]

Never gonna let him down 🐷🐷🐷

[@gurulimbo]

Never gonna run around, and Rick Roll you 🤣🤣🤣

[@ms.lisamarie82]

You got this.. That happy smile and those beautiful brown eyes seem to get brighter every time you stream or post sm stories and the joy coming off of you, has made this whole experience priceless. Loves and Hugs! (Fingers crossed after Friday you can enjoy some peace and quite with your friends)...🥰

[@ree9560]

Wish I lived in UK and all my album purchases would go towards it. Either way, STELLAR job by you and your team. Deserving of #1 slot FOR SURE!!!

[@attwx]

What - U.S. purchases don't count? Well crap

[@vickypedia1308]

You get to help him in the charts of your country then! He wasn't doing too bad here in Germany last time I checked

[@heidibloom7]

Ren its happening, savour this moment and have fun, super proud of you all ❤❤❤❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Congratulations to you and your team!

[@ronnie5472]

Let's go Ren!

[@classyado6305]

Finally Ren getting fame that he deserves 💖Keep doing what you do and sooner or later the world will recognize it, they are just starting to fall in love with you 👏

[@Lozza2993]

So proud of how far you and your team have come Ren. You should all celebrate your talents. All of the renegades are routing for your health and success regardless.

[@padders1068]

Go Ren! You are a genius! Much ❤ Brother!

[@Dog-Maniac]

Either way... so fucking well done!!! 🎉 Big love 💚

[@TARTANTAFF]

Best of Luck Ren! You deserve it

[@ifelthope100]

Ren you deserve it!! We love you!

[@sharonflanagan4634]

Keeping everything crossed for No.1 Ren! 🤞🏻❤

[@-J.P.New-]

Congratulations, even if you get no. 1 or not, its still amazing that you've gotten this far.

[@Tinybluegurl88]

You’ve got this, Ren! 🖤

[@belgand5555]

Ren is how we roll!🎶♥️🎶

[@laimur]

Biiiiig congratulations Ren!! You really deserve this! And the entire team! You guys are incredible 🎉🎉🎉

[@panovscouse5100]

Ren your already number 1 to your loyal renegades but i really hope you top the charts aswell you deserve it mate Rick had his moment years ago its time to move over and let the GOAT reign......YNWA

[@TornSoul062473]

I'm so impressed with your hard work and refusal to let your illness keep you from chasing your dreams. You helped bring a whole new style to music, brought storytelling back with a fury, got people to think, closed gaps in relationships, gave people hope who had little, challenged stereotypes, and altered perspectives. I know you need the numbers to grow, but I don't think anyone is going to get bored with you. Ever. And, just remember, the early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheddar.

[@Psychwardetiquette]

You’ve got this Ren. Look what’s happened since you released Hi Ren in Dec 2022. Look at this! It is surreal isn’t it. Much love 🐷

[@Crimson_Moon_Raven]

Can’t wait love it!! Neckin neck lol neckin ricks a whole new kinda role 😂 so proud of your efforts man 🎉❤❤🎉

[@kathleenswift7979]

I haven't taken any interest in the charts since 1982, until now, feeling 40 years younger, cheers😁 just played Uninvited to my grown up daughter, she laughed so much, she thinks I'm going bonkers in my old age 😆

[@supergiangibar]

proud of our boy!!!

[@javavoicecafe6968]

So excited and happy for you Ren! 💝💐

[@farfromheaven29]

We're all proud of what you've accomplished #1 or not Ren. Big up to you and all your mates!

[@Hexenkind1]

We got this!

[@TheVamoroso]

Let’s RenRoll!!!

[@premmyyy]

So proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@loveisgreat750]

Good luck , Ren 🎉💜

[@dmishi2089]

Let's Gooooo! What an amazing accomplishment!

[@maddynuff2091]

So Iv seen you on the idiot box and heard you on the radio today!! 🎉🎉

[@Wealthjoyandabundance]

Go Ren!!❤

[@paccur1252]

Brilliant.. Welsh .. beautiful country and people

[@dudedudu]

You're making it big now and I am very proud of how far you've come

[@infin8reactions]

I saw this on the news!! Well done mate!!

[@viracocha03]

Way to go man, you deserve it all and more.

[@MashaT22]

Incredible spot for Ren. Thanks BBC!! Way to support this amazing human being. We all love and respect Rick Astley, but this would be a HUGE win for independent artists if Ren can claim that top spot in the UK and the US. He’s going after Drake here in the states, last I checked. Anyway, even if Ren’s style of music isn’t generally your thing, please give it a listen. Watch the videos on KZbin in particular. It’s really bringing people of all ages into a whole new world of music and thought. Ren’s music actually means something. Please support this guy. He’s lost so much in his life from his illness (something I can relate with) and horrible experiences with the medical community (same here), and he deserves to have his time in the sun, so to speak. He has been working so hard to create impactful music that will really send a positive, hopeful message to those who are suffering, as well as open the eyes of everyone else. Plus, Ren is an extremely kind human being. Please pre-order an album - it’s just $4.99 US on his website for a digital copy, but you can buy CD, cassette, and vinyl too!

[@garykemplay6091]

I got goosebumps when I saw you made no.2. Your music and words have been like a guiding hand for me and thousands and thousands of others. Man you deserve this so much. Big hugs to you Ren. Youre like a mate I never met

[@janswimwild]

I am ridiculously proud of Ren. I am Welsh and old enough to be his grandmother but his lyrics and music speak to me in such a profound way. My son introduced me to him having been ‘down a Ren rabbit hole’ as he described it, and we share a love for his poetry and phenomenal musicality. Llongyfarchiadau Ren, rwyt ti wir yn haeddu hwn 👏👏❤️

[@Hi_Im_Lee]

good luck, Ren! :D

[@janetclaireSays]

Go Ren! 🤞🏼🤞🏼 You deserve this.

[@distractjen]

jostle harder, you got this 🍋🍋

[@theandybchannel.1819]

Brilliant. Love the new album

[@alloralou4722]

Ren is number one no matter his position on the charts. I grew up with Rick Astley and I’m now 60 and Ren is the best thing to happen to music in decades!

[@tragiik85]

You got this ren! It's your time to shine like the star you are!!!🌠💫

[@TheMetoyou1]

Ren is the most unique Artist I have ever heard ,the videography created is incredible. Deserves all recognition and this was all during battles with health issues, just an amazing feat ❤

[@DogDocKat]

Hopefully #1 in the charts but always #1 in our hearts ❤. So proud of you ❤❤❤

[@Dstinii]

Rick mentioned something about proof in the pudding, when they go out to perform, do the songs stand up when played live. Ahem, love you Rick but Ren = busker. Ren = live takes. Ren = just everything yes... I'm sure when he dives into the rabbit hole like the rest of us he'll come to see the magnificence. Good luck to both of you!

[@amywernet577]

❤❤❤❤ Let's GO Ren 🫂

[@DonnaPoynton.]

Fingers crossed🤞for #1 Ren you so deserve it We love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@YetiGirl]

This is the best fucking thing I've seen all year. LET'S GO!

[@loveisgreat750]

❤

[@MrNifts]

Well Done!

[@perceptionsofreality]

Waiting to get Ren-rolled. All my best to such a talented young artist from an old gal who was a teen in the 80s.

[@jacksmith4460]

"Rick Astley? have you seen this banal incubus at work man?" every time I hear that name Bill Hicks skit starts running in my head. You are on a different level to Rick, its almost an insult they are comparing you 2 lool and its not even about 1 up manship, it just blows my mind that the Art you have created gets compared to a Unit shifter , because as your Money game tracks allude to, the mainstream world thinks in terms of commodity, the irony is quite delicious though is it not? here are the BBC confirming everything that Money Game tracks are about. You earned every bit of success you are getting, and what your doing is exceptional my hat is tipped sir! I empathise (as many do) with your message and strive for the same impact with similar messages in my own music. You are an inspiration both musically and as a man. Nothing but love for you , keep being you

[@mattbaur9784]

REN IS A MUSICAL GENIUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and i love the crap out of his music as well as his old group The Big Push

[@petralala7172]

I love how he does things his way. It's like a warm blanket of recognition over us, the struggling, and we feel seen. ❤

[@MsWysiwyg88]

1st time ever fan girl, and I'm not young anymore... Ren will always be #1 in my book. I'm not in the UK or I would buy this 100x! GO Sick Boi 💯☝️

[@Tassilago]

Look at you go, Ren! Ah, I'm so happy 😊👌

[@SebastianMorrisDr]

Fuck it bought another download! Go on Ren! The world needs to hear your music!

[@chrisbakker9978]

Come on mates! Support your boi!

[@angiel3412]

Big congrats from the USA! I would love to see you at number one here!

[@mrpratster]

❤❤❤❤❤. Woo Hoo... Go Ren Go!!! YES YES YES

[@cenobytecode]

The real joy here is that Ren is beating "The Industry" at its own money game. How many artists throughout the years were pushed into contracts they didn't understand (or agree with) by dangling the carrot they thought they needed. In a way, all the lockdowns and mess of the last two years have allowed a ton of talented people to get crazy good at all sorts of skills usually reserved for industry insiders. 10yrs ago, it would be almost unheard of to have a full production crew just by phoning up a dozen of your mates and saying "I have a vision...and I want you to help me make it happen!" Regardless of where it charts, Ren's work sends a clear message: "You (the big industry) are neither irreplaceable nor indispensible. Creators can and do succeed on their terms. Deal with it."

[@LDiamondz]

You got this, Ren! You've already won with your great music, insanely poetic and dope lyrics! The message you convey through your music/ lyrics is second to none. You have lifted the spirits of so many people who are suffering with one thing or another. You're an inspiration to so many. Including me. After over a decade of putting down the pen, I've started writing again, as well, and finally enjoying doing something other than the normal dull routine. I have you to thank for that. My family is also grateful I'm writing again. Thanks Ren. ❤ Already number 1 to so many. You should be damn proud of what you've accomplished. The sky is the limit for you. Love you! ❤❤

[@lostcomicjunkie2724]

Ren, Brotha, I am so wicked Fu_ken happy for you! You got this! I know it's going to be very overwhelming. You've done something so wicked positive for so many people. Including me. You changed me Brothra, for real. I'll be completely blind shortly from my condition, yet I have seen so Fuc_ken vividly since I've listened to your music and message. Thank you!

[@MtHermit]

I read an article on BBC about this today. It's crazy to watch this all play out. LFG Ren to #1!

[@geofthompson3844]

Big difference here is that Rick Astley might get UK number 1,but outside of the UK Ren is definitely making them bigger splash 😉.

[@robinhoward8805]

No matter what, REN is #1. He is in a class, all of his own!❤

[@brookeluder]

Fantastic article!! Big congrats!! Very cool to see you getting the recognition you deserve!