Education
New York University.
New York University.
He is best known as the guitarist and co-lead vocalist of the indie rock band Grizzly Bear, with whom he has recorded three studio albums. Originally from Los Angeles, Rossen moved to attend New York University. As a student at the university, Rossen formed Department of Eagles with roommate Fred Nicolaus in 2001.
The duo then released two 7" singles and an album, The Whitey on the Moon United Kingdom, on Isota Records.
About Department of Eagles early recordings, Rossen explains:
Rossen concurrently went on to join Grizzly Bear in 2005. He joined the group for their second album, Yellow House.
On joining Grizzly Bear, Rossen notes:
Department of Eagles released their second record In Ear Park in October 2008. The album featured Chris Taylor and Christopher Bear of Grizzly Bear, and was dedicated to Rossen"s late father.
In 2012, Rossen released a solo European Parliament, Silent Hour/Golden Mademoiselle (Miss)
Rossen is the grandchild of film director Robert Rossen, who directed the Oscar-winning Paul Newman drama The Hustler, and the original All the King"s Men.
Rossen is also a member of Department of Eagles, and released a solo European Parliament, Silent Hour/Golden Mile, in 2012.
