Maroon 5
In 2001, Dusick reunited with Levine, Madden and Carmichael and was joined by former Square guitarist James Valentine.
The group changed their name to Maroon 5 and set to work writing new songs that owned a fresh groove-based element dissimilar from their previous songs, with tracks mostly inspired by Levine's recently failed relationship. The band scored a new deal with Octone Records and in June 2002, released the album Songs About Jane.
The band scored several hit singles. At the 47th Grammy Awards, the band was named Best New Artist. And won, Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocal for "This Love". The quintet toured constantly in support of the record. However, the constant performing proved to be detrimental to Dusick, who wound up hurting his arm so badly from the continuous shows that he was forced to stop playing in late 2004. As he temporarily sat out to undergo tests and attempt to heal, Maroon 5 continued their heavy touring regime with a replacement behind the drum kit.
Matt Flynn officially replaced Ryan Dusick in September 2006.
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