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Mark Foster is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist of the band Foster the People. He gained significant recognition with the band’s hit single “Pumped Up Kicks” and their debut album Torches.

Foster’s career began with the formation of Foster the People in 2009. The band’s debut single “Pumped Up Kicks” became a viral success, leading to the release of their debut album Torches in 2011. The album included other popular tracks such as “Helena Beat” and “Don’t Stop (Color on the Walls),” earning a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Foster released subsequent albums with the band, including Supermodel (2014) and Sacred Hearts Club (2017). He contributed to various film and television soundtracks and collaborated with other artists on music projects.

Foster collaborated with Paul Epworth, who produced Torches. He worked with Kenny G on the track “Lamb’s Wool” from the In the Darkest of Nights, Let the Birds Sing EP. Foster wrote songs with Dan Nigro. He teamed up with Taylor Swift for a songwriting session. He performed live with The Black Keys during concert tours. Foster collaborated with rapper J. Cole on a remix of “Pumped Up Kicks.” He contributed to soundtracks for films such as Boyhood and television series like Entourage. Foster worked with The Knocks on the track “Ride or Die.” He collaborated with Kimbra on the song “Warrior.” Foster is married to actress Julia Garner.