The Night Runners

The Night Runners are an American pop band based in Miami, comprising Richard Mason and Laz.

The X Factor U.S. Season 1
The Night Runners auditioned for Simon Cowell's reality singing show in May 2011 under the name Illusion Confusion with an original cover medley of Drake's "Find Your Love" & Alicia Keys "Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready)" which was arranged & produced by Richard Mason. They finished eighth in the group category for the first series of the American televised singing competition The X Factor USA. During the group's time on the show, they were mentored by Pharrell Williams, Paula Abdul, Savan Kotecha (vocal coach), Claude Kelly (vocal coach) and Brian Friedman (choreographer).



Career
During the group's hiatus from reality television, The Night Runners began recording a 4-song EP but it was their debut promotional release, "Single" that generated a quick online interest. A music video, directed by Michael Tang for "Single" was released on June 2013 which featured NEXT Model Lilly Sanders. From 2013 through 2014, The Night Runners focused on public appearances by performing twice for the 2012 & 2013 NBA Championship team the Miami Heat; as well as having a feature story on FOX Deco Drive, WBM, Dance Music Buzz and a sit down interview with CNN.

The Night Runners EP and present
The Night Runners debut self-titled EP is scheduled for release March 2015 featuring their song "Single". Their song "Single" was also featured on MTV's Artists.

Extended plays

 * The Night Runners EP (2015)

Songs

 * "Single"