The Slapp Factor with Dave Slappelle™

Repel Dem - Myc Ripley VIDEO

2012-01-28T12:47:00.000-08:00

Single from Myc Ripley 'Purify the Album : Lost Scrolls' releases 1.13.12

**FREE DOWNLOAD** visit http://mycripley.bandcamp.com **FREE DOWNLOAD**

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"Inspire" mini series and the Full length Documentary of over 7 national and international Tours in association w Bringitbacktour.com and Ikilledfritzfilms w over 48 featured Music videos in 2012 from upcoming Artist and performers from across the country..

Performed by Myc Ripley

Music Produced: Dave Slappelle for Inf8nitbeatslump Recordings

Filmed/Directed/Edited: Ikilledfritz films & Vision Machine Studios

© 2012 Ikilledfritz films

PURIFY THE ALBUM : LOST SCROLLS | OUT NOW

2012-01-28T12:36:00.000-08:00

Click to download "Purify The Album : Lost Scrolls"

After a year of fortunate and unfortunate happenings, Myc Ripley returns with the darkness from which the light is created.. Purify the Album : Lost Scrolls

Lost Scrolls is the remaining songs that were not able to be placed on the first album. It will contain 13 tracks [12 & 1 bonus], production by Dave Slappelle, Healthy Fresh Productions, Da Ill Suspect, Dubs Attic, Sean Blak and Phya Armz Ent.. I have to say it is definitely a refreshing thing to come from yours truly. Be ready, your speakers will not be mad at you for coppin this one.. It will be a free download! Although, the previous album will stay at $3.50 [20tracks]

Bless up, Give love, show light and live peace!!

-Myc Ripley

*NEW* Purify the Album : Lost Scrolls *FREE* by Myc Ripley

'Shark City Ish' | NEW SINGLE

2012-01-02T11:26:00.000-08:00

HOT DAMN!!! YOUR ZAYBAHOOD SHARKIE HAS DONE IT AGAIN!! THIS TIME MYC RIPLEY GOES IN ON TYGA'S 'RACK CITY' INSTRUMENTAL AND "SHARKS" IT OUT FOR THE CITY OF SAN JOSE. 408 WE'RE VERY GLAD TO PRESENT TO YOU 'SHARK CITY ISH' FROM MYC RIPLEY FOR THE NEW YEAR!! PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO LISTEN / SHARE / TWEET / SLAPP THE FUCK OUTTA THIS TRACK RIGHT HERE!! IF YOU HAVE FACEBOOK, MAKE SURE TO JOIN THE EVENT FOR THE SONG, WHICH WILL BE DETAILING THE PROGRESS OF COLLECTING EVERYONE FOR A COLLECTIVE SJ VIDEO!

THE EVENT IS HERE!!!

ANYONE FROM SAN JOSE AREA READING THIS, I CHALLENGE YOU TO PASS THIS TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW!! TELL EM TO FOLLOW @MYCRIPLEY OR JUST SEND EM TO THE BLOGGY BLOG AND THEY'LL FIGURE IT OUT!!

ASIDE FROM THAT, PURIFY THE ALBUM: LOST SCROLLS WILL BE AVAILABLE JANUARY 13th.. UNTIL THEN, PLAY THIS VERY LOUD IN YOUR CLOSEST SPEAKER SYSTEM!!

-SHARKSTYLE

PURIFY THE ALBUM: LOST SCROLLS available 1.13.12

2011-12-20T13:45:00.000-08:00

After the highly anticipated arrival of 'Purify The Album' last January. Myc Ripley [ME] is returning again in the new year to bring to you the second installment to the album. "Purify The Album : Lost Scrolls" available at his bandcamp site on January 13th, 2012 [1.13.12]

YES!! It is Friday the 13th. That doesn't matter though because it is a sacred day.. If you know your history and have done the research you would've known by know that 13 is a sacred number (ie. 12 disciples & Jesus or 12 Knights & King Arthur) Why do you think all the institutions have deemed it as an 'evil' number? Just to hide the true significance. Still, that's something you can find on your own time.

Lost Scrolls is the remaining songs that were not able to be placed on the first album. It will contain 13 tracks [12 & 1 bonus], production by Dave Slappelle, Healthy Fresh Productions, Da Ill Suspect, Dubs Attic, Sean Blak and Phya Armz Ent.. have to say it is definitely a refreshing thing to come from yours truly. Be ready, your speakers will not be mad at you for coppin this one.. It will be a free download! Although, the previous album will stay at $3.50 [20tracks] Bless up, Give love, show light and live peace!!

-Myc Ripley

Preview "Purify The Album" here

HERE IS THE FIRST SINGLE FROM THE ALBUM "REPEL DEM" | VIDEO WILL BE COMING SOON.. ALREADY SHOT AND IS IN THE EDITING PROCESS!!! BLESS UP!!
Myc Ripley X Dave Slappelle - Repel Dem by mycripley

408 & Heartbreak - Myc Ripley | Available on Valentine's Day | 2.14.12

2011-11-16T11:27:00.001-08:00

As the year comes to a close, as well as many relationships (including one of my own). I've decided to take on the mission or idea created by a good producer friend of mine. This project will deal with life in a relationship and life after relationships, especially deep rooted ones.

No, this will not be a sappy "I love you, come back to me" type of album. This will be that unadulterated, look into my life music. Just as I did "Purify the album" this will let you into a part of my life which has been a weight on my shoulders this year, if not for a couple years now.

Production for this album consists solely of instrumentation by Dave Slappelle and Healthy Fresh. Be on the lookout come February for this release from San Jose's own Myc Ripley. "408 & Heartbreak."

Here is a sneak peek at the cover art done by MRGrafhx. Also, a bonus track from the album. I normally don't do mixtape tracks, but this one was too perfect for me to promo with.. Enjoy!

Also, since you are here.. Click the link and go download some music!!

NEW VIDEO | "My Brothas" - Sharks In a Three Peace Suit

2011-11-15T07:39:00.001-08:00

With about a month to go before San Jose's super group Sharks In a Three Peace Suit drops their second installment "Part Two" in a series of compilations brought to you by High Esteem Studio. They have released a video anticipating the drop of Part Two.. Here is a sneak peak of what to expect with the new album.

This time around, High Esteem Studio gives you some visuals of the group chillin' together. This video is for the song 'My Brothas' produced by Tequila Brown. Filmed, cut/sequenced by Matty Slims. [video after jump]

Sit back and enjoy the flick.. repost and share. Also, look out for SIA3PS - PART TWO coming at you in December.

If you haven't heard what SIA3PS has been up to, check out 'Part One' HERE..

Also, "LIKE" them on Facebook and/or follow @sia3ps on Twitter..

-Peace

Once again, life calls and I need to answer the door this time...

2011-08-02T10:30:00.000-07:00

I know I've been mentioning a step back for your boy in the next coming month.. its funny because I found this in my email this morning.. I'll be at y'all.. if you have my number use it.. all others, I'll be in contact..

A state of standstill is a state of decline. Confusion and disorder prevail. Inferior elements are on the rise, while the powers of clarity and creativity are waning. In such times, the wise take shelter in their own integrity and quietly remain faithful to their highest selves. Retreat from public activities and common exchanges until the time once again favors assertive action.

During periods of stagnation, inferior elements can rise to power. When the inmates are overrunning the asylum, summon up your fortitude, hide your worth and withdraw. Concentrate on your personal affairs with a quiet dignity, even if that means giving up short-term rewards.

Desiring to change a situation too quickly often creates extra conflict. By accepting hardship, while striving to maintain integrity, you are preparing for future growth. A seed of prosperity is often hidden inside the husk of misfortune.

In the mean time don't forget to link up with me on Twitter (@mycripley) and Facebook (http://facebook.com/mychoggripley) and jam out to the tunes from my Soundcloud under the post.. If you would like to purchase some of my music please visit the Bandcamp, it has a good amount of music which you can download for free or purchase for the small price of $2 an album.. Thanks, enjoy life, and keep your head up!! Peace and Blessings of the most high.

Myc Ripley discography at Bandcamp

- Myc Ripley

Myc Ripley - New & Improve EP by mycripley

NEW BRAND TUNE FROM MYC RIPLEY!!

2011-07-23T20:29:00.000-07:00

BRAND NEW TUNE FROM MYC RIPLEY FOR ALL MASSIVE AND CREW!!

THIS TIME I LINKED UP WITH ASHLEY CONGREVE & BILLY KENNY, WHO MAKE UP THE UK PRODUCTION TEAM "JUNKYARD BASSICS." YOU CAN FIND MORE TUNES ON THEIR SOUNDCLOUD, WHERE THEY ARE BURNING UP HOT WITH PLAYS UPON PLAYS!!

THIS COLLABORATION IS NEW AND FRESH!! SHOWING ONCE AGAIN, MYC RIPLEY'S VERSATILITY NOT ONLY TO COME NEW AND IMPROVED EVERY TIME HE RECORDS.. BUT TO SHOW THAT THERE IS NOWHERE AND NO WAY THAT HE WILL NOT VENTURE MUSICALLY.

THE TRACK IS TITLED 'SHOWDOWN' WHICH THE INSTRUMENTAL WAS NAMED BY JBz AND ALREADY HAVING OVER 2,000 PLAYS BEFORE I HEARD AND SPAZZED OUT! BIGGUP TO ASHLEY CONGREVE!! HE GAVE THE GREEN LIGHT, I RAN THE RHYTHM!! NUFF RESPECK DUE TO THE MAXIMUM!!! BRAAAAP!!!

SO, TURN YA SPEAKERS WAY UP AND PLAY AT FULL EFFECT!!! FOLLOW ON TWITTER! LIKE ON FACEBOOK!

@MYCRIPLEY OR "LIKE" MYC RIPLEY.

@junkyardbassics OR "LIKE" JUNKYARD BASSICS.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT JUNKYARD BASSICS HERE!

DOWNLOAD AND SHARE PLEASE!! BIGGUP THE WHOLE UK MASSIVE AND CREW!! RIIIGHT!!! SHARKSTYLE MASSIVE!!

Myc Ripley X Junkyard Bassics - Showdown by mycripley

Myc Ripley - Separate From You (Teej Dubstep Remix)

2011-03-19T11:15:00.000-07:00

HEY!!! CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT THE FIRST EVER MYC RIPLEY REMIX WAS BY A SAN JOSE NATIVE DUBSTEP PRODUCER? WELL, HERE YOU HAVE IT! TEEJ TOOK IT AND DID SOME GRIMEY AND GRITTY PRODUCTION TO ONE OF MY HARDEST TRACKS TO DATE. ENJOY THE SEPARATE FROM YOU DUBSTEP REMIX.. PASS IT AROUND, LET FOLKS KNOW THAT THE DUB REVOLUTION IS ON ITS WAY!! RESPECK MASSIVE!

Myc Ripley - Separate From You (TEEJ DUBSTEP REMIX) by mycripley

Myc Ripley Interviews At 90.5 KSJS FM & SILICON VALLEY DeBug

2011-02-25T08:43:00.000-08:00

I was able to sit down with two good friends of mine and speak on some issues from my album to life in general. Here are the videos from the interviews at 90.5 KSJS FM and SV DeBug. Conducted by DJ Luicidal on Illphonics show. The second was conducted by Daniel "Ookie" Zapien of SV DeBug. I thank you both for letting me chop it up.

Illphonics has always showed love to ya boy!! I'm EXTREMELY appreciative of Luicidal and ALL 90.5 KSJS. (Amber, Strong Arm, Rowbot, C-Note)

Myc Ripley Illphonics Interview from Myc Ripley on Vimeo.

Myc Ripley Illphonics Interview w/ Luicidal on 90.5 KSJS.. Aired January 15, 2011 on Illphonics Radio. Myc Ripley gives us some insight on his newest release, 'Purify The Album' Also, we get a visit from Cousin George.. Good Times!

SHOUT OUT OOKIE AND SV DeBug!

San Jose Emcee Myc Ripley Interview from DE BUG on Vimeo.

One half of Sharkstyliens, Myc Ripley a San Jose emcee who's been in the game beating the odds. He talks bout the true life and what it took and how it is to be an Emcee in this day and age. Ookie Robinson of Baylingual interviews the San Jose Emcee to talk strictly Hip Hop Music.

SHARKSTYLE SATURDAYS DIGITAL CD SALE - EVERY SATURDAY 2011

2011-02-12T11:07:00.000-08:00

BUY NEW MUSIC NOW!!!!

SHARKSTYLE SATURDAY DIGITAL CD SALE IS ON EVERY SATURDAY FOR THE 2011 - ITS A THANK YOU TO ALL THAT HAVE SUPPORTED THE SHARKSTYLE MOVEMENT.

IT GOES LIKE SO, ANY PERSON THAT PURCHASED AN ALBUM FROM THE SITE WILL RECEIVE AN EXTRA ALBUM OF EQUAL VALUE FOR FREE!!! NO QUESTIONS ASKED. IF YOU DON'T WANT TO PURCHASE YOU CAN DOWNLOAD BACK CATALOGED MATERIAL.. WHICH IS JUST A GOOD IF NOT BETTER; JUST NO THE MOST CURRENT RELEVANCE.. ANYWAY, NO POLITICS INVOLVED.. YOU BUY ONE, YOU GET ONE.. AS SIMPLE AS THAT. PRICES RANGE FROM $2 TO $5.. GO NOW AND SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTISTS IN THERE ENDEAVORS.. THANKS AND BLESSINGS

OUT NOW!!! "PURIFY The Album" OUT NOW!!!

2011-01-11T08:20:00.001-08:00

WELL, IT'S HERE!! AFTER A GRUELING NIGHT OF UPLOADING 20 SNIPPETS AND 20 FULL SONGS, AMIDST MONITORING ALL ELSE INVOLVED WITH THIS ALBUM IT IS FINALLY AVAILABLE!! IT IS POSTED ON MY BANDCAMP AS A PREVIEW AND A FULL DOWNLOAD, DIGITAL AND PHYSICAL. THE COST IS $5, THERE IS 20 SONGS!! YOU CAN'T BEAT THAT! PLEASE CONTINUE TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AND PURCHASE A COPY FOR SOMEONE YOU LOVE (ie YOURSELF) THE DIGITAL DOWNLOAD WILL INCLUDE MY VIDEO (POSTED BELOW) LINER NOTES AND SOME POSTERS. ALSO, A HIDDEN BONUS.

SO, GO GET IT NOW NOW NOW!!! HAHA! SAN JOSE AND WORLDWIDE STAND UP!! THIS ONE IS FOR THE ALMIGHTY AND ALL OF YOU!! BLESS!! THANKS AGAIN!!

- MR

DOWNLOAD PURIFY THE ALBUM NOW!! ONLY $3.50 HERE AT BANDCAMP.COM
PURIFY The Album - Digital or Physical CD by Myc Ripley

PURIFY The Album - 1.11.11

2011-01-09T17:48:00.000-08:00

First off, let me start by saying, "HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!" I really appreciate all the support and great words that have been given to me these last couple of months since my return from trying to commit suicide. That is all behind me now, as a new year begins and solidifies the year anniversary of that particular incident.

Now, I'm back on my grind and have released a mixtape compiled of all original songs that essentially played a factor in the said incident. This FREE mixtape 'Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel' is available via ReverbNation or Bandcamp in digital download form. Whichever one you fancy. This is a digital release only, make sure you pick this up. You'll be able to understand 'PURIFY The Album' in its entirety.

Still in all, you can fully understand the new album as it is definitely inspirational music. It takes you upon a "journey through the independent quadrant of the 408." Staying true to himself and never compromising his style or lyrical content, Myc Ripley is definitely making a statement in San Jose with this album. With topics such as, overcoming self loathing and suicide attempt, conspiracies, losing a job, and having twins amongst other things.

Contributing to "PURIFY The Album" are many producers from San Jose to Romania and the UK such as, Healthy Fresh Productions (SJ), Killah Records (Romania), & Dot Rotten (UK) along with others. Also, features fellow emcee Tequila Brown, who partners with Myc Ripley to make 'Sharkstyliens'. Oneself DaVinci & Ikaika Da Strong appear courtesy of Solar Power Music. Plus, Journeyman from EOS crew.

In closing, I would like to say, "THANK YOU" in advance for taking the time to catch up with me.. May this message reach you in good health, harmony and peace! Bless.. "PURIFY The Album" 01.11.11

-Myc Ripley

http://mycripley.bandcamp.com/

FREE DOWNLOADS ARE WAITING FOR YOU!!!

PURIFY THE ALBUM DESTROYS WALLS!!

2011-01-09T17:46:00.000-08:00

TUESDAY, JANUARY 11th, 2011 - DESTROY THE WALLS!! “PURIFY” The Album.. Bless.

'Purify - The Album' JANUARY 11, 2011

2010-12-29T09:40:00.000-08:00

Well, according to the last post I was done with the rap game/scene as a whole. I thought yet again that my words weren't needed in this dark place they call hip hop. Then I asked myself, "who gonna do it if I don't?" The rest is 'Purify - The Album"

After 'Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel' comes "Purify - The Album" The new 20 track release from San Jose's one and only Myc Ripley. Dropping on 01.11.11, this album is a light reflection of the last four years of Myc Ripley. The journey through "the indie quadrant of the 408" will touch on topics from having twins, losing a job, a suicide attempt, conspiracy theories, all entangled in cohesive rhyme schemes and incomparable patterns. The album also has various producers ranging from the UK and Romania back to USA (East and West Coast). With features from Tequila Brown (Sharkstyliens), Journeyman (EOS), Oneself DaVinci (Solar Power) this release will definitely bring more attention to sharkstyle San Jose. Biggup and respeck to those that played a part in creating my purification. Also, a whole hearted shout out to those that have supported Myc Ripley faithfully, you know who you are. This album is for you, thanks for being patient.

If you haven't already make sure you stop by the music page and hear some of the material leading up to this album. Only then will you grasp the full meaning of "Purify - The Album."

Enjoy life, it is all we have at times. Actually, it IS all we have. Bless up.

"INTERGALACTICPLAYERSLAPP" - DEBUT ALBUM from SHARKSTYLIENS

2010-11-15T13:26:00.001-08:00

*CUE UP THE HORNS & LET THE TRIUMPHANT SOUNDS PLAY*

IT IS FINALLY HERE! THE DEBUT ALBUM OF SAN JOSE’S OWN “SHARKSTYLIENS.” THEY BRING TO YOU - INTERGALACTICPLAYERSLAPP - A JOURNEY THROUGH THE INDEPENDENT QUADRANT OF THE 408. THIS IS A FUSION OF ALL TYPES OF SOUNDS, GENRE BREAKING, AND WHATEVER WE FELT LIKE GIVIN TO YA! THERE IS APPEARANCES BY MATTY SLIMS & NORDY DERK OF THE “SHARKS IN A THREE PEACE SUIT” FAMILY. ALSO, A COUPLE APPEARANCES BY SAN JOSE UNDERGROUND VETERAN MEGABUSIVE!! THIS IS SURELY TO BE ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE ALBUMS TO COME OUT OF SAN JOSE. SOON TO BE HEADED WORLDWIDE!! PICK UP YOUR COPY AT http://sharkstyliens.bancamp.com - DOWNLOAD INCLUDES CD LINER NOTES & SOME VIDEOS!! WE APPRECIATE THE WAIT! ITS HERE NOW. SO, LETS GO GET IT!!

ALSO, IF YOU FEEL YOU WOULD LIKE A PHYSICAL DISK; CLICK HERE!

"Man.. I" Promo for New Album (music video teaser)

2010-09-29T08:14:00.000-07:00

HERE YOU GO!!! THIS IS THE PROMOTIONAL VIDEO FOR "MAN..I" FIRST SINGLE FROM THE UPCOMING PROJECT FROM MYC RIPLEY "PURIFY - THE ALBUM" DUE FOR A 01.11.11 RELEASE TO THE PUBLIC.

PLEASE ENJOY THE VIDEO AND LEAVE COMMENTS IF NEED BE.

Man.. I from Myc Ripley on Vimeo.

"Man.. I" by Myc Ripley off of the upcoming solo release by Myc Ripley

"PURIFY the album" droppin 1/11/11. Produced by Myc Ripley. Video

directed by Matty Slims for High Esteem Studio

(www.highesteemstudio.com)

Follow Myc Ripley on Twitter: twitter.com/MycRipley

Matty Slims: Twitter.com/ElSleemz

WWW.HIGHESTEEMSTUDIO.COM

"All Good" - Myc Ripley prod by Datsik

2010-09-14T10:01:00.000-07:00

Greetings fellow readers!!! I would lie to present to you another dubstep track that will be going on the newest album that I am writing for. The album will be entitled, "Transition" It will be a full LP of Myc Ripley over many dubstep tracks from various producers from the bay to the UK!!

Back in January, I touch on this transition starting with "West Coast Rocks" prod by The Glitch Mob out of LA. Currently I have three (3) tracks including "WCR" that have been put on my Soundcloud page. DJUNYA and Datsik are on the beats for the other two (2). All is going great with the writing of this album. I enjoy the "challenge" (lmao) Here it is.. So ENJOY!!

All Good (Datsik) - Myc Ripley (Sharkstyliens) by mycripley

"Makin' Redrum for Coffee - The Beat Tape"

2010-08-21T09:00:00.000-07:00

Alright 'Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel™' is out now and off my plate (pshew! *wipes forehead*) If you haven't got a FREE copy of it, get it HERE NOW! (plz&thxu)

Glad that is out of the way! Now, its time to talk about this new beat tape that all of a sudden I'm putting together!! The name of it is going to be "Makin' Redrum for Coffee - The Beat Tape&trade." Take what you want from it...

All I know is that its gonna be a new type of beat tape that will not be compared to ever. I'm listening to all the artists that I get down with & then I tailor a beat specifically to their style of flow and instrumental selection. Which means, I am actually listening to more than tow of each artists songs.

Artists I have made for so far consist of: Sharks In a 3 Peace Suit (Tequila Brown, Matty Slims, & Nordy Derk of course), Megabusive, Solis Cin. Sampling some of the music no one would ever think of pulling a sample from. Also, I'll be creating originals.

This idea stemmed from Nordy Derk asking for a beat for his new album (BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR IT - Get a taste of it here!!) The rest is a wrap. I started makin for the rest of the crew.. Makin that redrum. Now you get it? I will be making for a bunch of artists. If they've done anything with me I got 'em.. Then the Beats/songs will be compiled with and without the lyrics dropped on them.

Not sure when this is gonna drop, but I know its coming!! Peace!

'Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel&trade' - FREE DOWNLOAD AVAILABLE NOW!!!

2010-07-24T13:45:00.001-07:00

*CUE ANGELIC CHOIR*

Alright people, here it is.. In its entirety.. "Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel&trade" available on BANDCAMP.COM, REVERBNATION and LAST.FM and many other sites to come (that will be another post when it happens) til then grab it RIGHT NOW from these sites!

So, what now? Enjoy the album.. It is the beginning of a transitioning Myc Ripley, because where I'm at now; is not where I was then.. Hence the name ATD. I haven't had that much clarity about myself until recently and in that I have found that both of the concepts for this and the next drop were totally relevant!!! I say this, since I wasn't really wanting to put this out there.. Honestly its a journey in its whole, follow me as we go down the dark path towards the light!!!

During the last week, I've given some sneak peek previews of the rough mixed version of ATD to various people in circle & there was actually some great feedback! *Sounds my own trumpets!!* Here are some:

@screwloosemusic http://www.screwloosemusic.com

ON1 says, "Just listened to it through man and there are some slappers! I would take that electric blurp outta 'Try 2 End Me' tho, kinda rough on da ears. Other than that, the album is pretty solid my dude. Insidem and Leave Her are my favorites right now. Imma go through it again tonight. Oh and Top Knotch, that song is hella funky too. the synths are saucy."

@deejaymikej http://www.myspace.com/thajointventure

Mike J says, "I thought the mixes were sounding good. Transitions were a lil ruff but that's expected. U r a beast my friend!"

@soliscin http://www.reverbnation.com/soliscinmusic

Solis says, "ATD is Dope fam!!! Slaps all day. Back to back. My favorite track had to be Amidst the Darkness tho. The beat, the rhyme schemes, the meaning. All around a dope track!!! It didn't stop there. 2DoMe, My Sable. Slaps kept coming. Myc Ripley's flow is like water.. Salute!!"

@frugalfarmacy http://www.frugalfarmacy.com

MedsRx says, "Oh and u wanna talk lyrics? @mycripley comes thru with some of that real acrobatic turf talk! Wordplay for days. Myc Ripley "Amidst the Darkness" get it. "Dead in your Arms" is real music. Listen to the evolution of a man... Mr. Myc Ripley. Tracks like topknotch are straight slapptastic!!"

@arkainmusic http://www.ArkainMusic.com

Arkain says, "'Insidem' is tha bizniss!!!! Hold up, hold up I retract my last statement! Amidst the Darkness as a whole is the Bidniss!!!! Gettin Faded!!!!! Dead in your Arms, damn bruh #Solid!!! Top Knotch GOOOOOOESS!!!!!!! Thank u for puttin me on the exclusive preview list!!"

WITH ALL THAT SAID.. ARE YOU INTERESTED YET? GO TO REVERBNATION and LAST.FM NOW!!!

Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel *FREE* by Myc Ripley

Be on the lookout for "Purify The Album&trade" later this year.. BLESSINGS!!

'Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel' Tracklist & SNEAK PEEK INTERVIEW on TPS RADIO

2010-07-23T11:23:00.000-07:00

What up y'all? I thought I drop the artwork and tracklist for the upcoming FREE DOWNLOAD coming on JULY 25th 2010.. "Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel&trade" will be a hot debut album for Myc Ripley of Sharkstyliens & Sharks In a 3 Peace Suit!! This release will be 16 great cuts from ya zaybahood sharkie!! So, peep the covers, see the songs, go download the title track HERE!! and vibe out!!! REMEMBER JULY 25th, THE FULL LENTH DIGITAL DOWNLOAD WILL BE HERE!!

"Amidst The Darkness - The Prequel&trade" tracklist - download after the jump..

I'm Back
Top Knotch
Amidst The Darkness
Insidem
2DoMe
Don't Stop
Bite The Shark
OSCAR
(Oppression Slowly Creates Armed Retaliation)
NIFAHUH
Gettin Faded
Leave Her
Dead In Your Arms
My sable
unda
Try 2 End Me
Dat Slapp
Outro

DOWNLOAD TITLE TRACK OFF ALBUM HERE!! .

ALSO LISTEN TO THE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON TPS RADIO WITH MATTY SLIMS & GIFTED. GIVING A SNEAK PEEK OF THE ALBUM!!

#Blessup!!

Amidst The Darkness&trade - Free DL coming 07.25.10

2010-07-09T10:27:00.000-07:00

Well, I know many folks have been waiting for Myc Ripley to drop something since "The Adventure of Jack Rabbid&trade" in 08.08.2008.. Its been about two years!! Personally, I had to find some peace of mind before and after I tried to take myself out the game permanently. So, now I am back and ready to get the 2nd half of the year crackin'!!!

Now, heading up to July 25, 2010, I have compiled two (2) albums for your listening pleasure!! Many of you have fell through to my Reverbnation page (player on the sidelines------>) and have visited various site that I am on.. I WANNA SAY, "THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT!!!" The FREE DIGITAL DOWNLOAD is specifically for you.. hahaa! Also, for others who stumble across it..

This album will be a prequel to my "debut" album (so to speak) called "Purify The Album&trade" (artwork after blog post) which is a compilation of trying to separate the dirt particles from the water cycle (flow) of San Jose and worldwide. This will be a physical CD so when you see me make sure you cop it or get it online for about 5 bux. Maybe even lower, who knows?

BUT GO NOW TO BANDCAMP and vibe out to the title track off the album!!! Also, be on the lookout for me in the streets with that "PURIFY THE ALBUM&trade" on 08.08.2010

PURIFY THE ALBUM ARTWORK..

MYC RIPLEY DISCOGRAPHY - FREE DOWNLOADS

2010-04-02T12:16:00.000-07:00

HELLO WORLD! IF YOU DIDN'T KNOW.. YA BOY HAS BEEN AROUND THE BLOCK A COUPLE TIMES! GET YOUR MYC RIPLEY DISCOGRAPHY HERE. FROM 2004-2008. MORE TO COME.

FREE DOWNLOADS FULL LENGTH LPS

DAVE SLAPPELLE SHOW Season 1 (20 tracks)

DAVE SLAPPELLE SHOW Season 2 (18 tracks)

DAVE SLAPPELLE SHOW BOOTLEGS & BLEEZIES (15 tracks)

MYC RIPLEY in The Adventures of Jack Rabbid (11 tracks)

CALI's FINEST KNEEDEEP MIXTAPE (12 tracks)

LUCK OF THE IRICH - THEME MUSIC (13 tracks)

ENJOY! ONE LOVE!!!

2 months back..

2010-03-25T14:18:00.000-07:00

Well, my last post was last month. I figured I would've been back since then, but I had nothing to speak on. Anyway, I thought I'd post just so y'all know all is well. I've been back for 2 months now. Sharkstyliens are getting ready for the summer. I think I should as well. With that said, ya boy is good. No need to worry. I'm gonna get to puttin these tracks in order and start droppin em, because once I start it not gonna stop! One love.. oh blogged from my phone.. Peace and love!

When Being an Aspiring Talent Becomes Too Much...

2010-02-02T13:45:00.000-08:00

Let me start by saying, "I'm not crazy!!!!" Now that it out in the open, I can state that was denial playing a huge role in my life. For those of you that know me personally, would probably beg to differ; but it is true. Your boy is not all there upstairs. Since my last post I have experienced a Liminey Snikkette's type twist of unfortunate events.

On my ten day hiatus to the psych ward or loonie-bin lock-down, for lack of better words, I learned how to accept and forgive. You ask, "what caused this hiatus?" I answer, "one failed suicide attempt om Jan. 18th caused this hiatus..." You ask, "Why would Myc Ripley (B.Stuart) want to kill himself?" I answer, "thats a good question."

I really couldn't grasp the whole concept myself, until I was put in intensive psychiatric evaluations to understand the severity of what I'm dealing with. What I'm dealing with is Manic-Depressive Bipolarity, more on the depressed spectrum of things. I wish I was a manic, I would need more calming down than lifting up. Factors in my life that I thought weren't there really were. It's kinda funny because I have many songs about this issue and never really sought help.

**Sidenote: one of those songs I wrote back in June/July 2009. Here take a look at this post, telling 7AR I wanted to use one of his beats. Which turned into this song. "Dead in Your Arms"

<a href="http://mycripley.bandcamp.com/track/dead-in-your-arms">Dead In Your Arms by Myc Ripley</a>

I had a hard time releasing this one. End sidenote.**

Anyway, it was the way I was perceiving and had been perceiving a great deal of things. I was not under the influence of mind altering drugs.) There was a chemical imbalance in my serotonin levels.

Regardless of what I need, besides pills and a shrink according to all the PHD's I've been around the last ten days. I feel the best way to accept this is to bloggy blogg blogg about it. It isn't the best subject, but it is my subject for the moment. So...

This is what happens when you body is not healthy, you spirit and mind start to fade as well. As Matty Slims would call it.. "CHI." Well, indeed my chi was deathly fading. For the last 3 years, I had been working 40hrs a week, attending school 30 hrs a week online eastern standard time (last 2 yrs), tryin my fuckin hardest to be a full-part-time-gimme-extra-time father, and Myc Ripley. All while not sleeping or eating as much as I should be. I had a very bad case of "DRIVIN TIL THE WHEELS FELL OFF" both in outside life and internally. (Every car I've owned has took a crap and then been replaced.. I don't do the fix it if it broke.. If it broke go get a new one.. You know??)

The ball containing all these factors got a little too big to carry and I drop the ball. With all this goin on I was bound to hit the end of my road. That's the long story short. Oh! For those that are going to or want to criticize, THIS WASN'T FOR ATTENTION!! I get enough attention, I'm a good person to everyone.

In closing, I would like to thank all those who partook in the #FreeMycRipley thread. Speical #SHOTUOUTS to @mattyslims @allahustle23 @ashleythizzdale @fadedNXratd @dayum_sof @gnarleybynature @reyresurreccion @soliscin @megabusive2010 @luicidal @mrfritzo

One love. I'm home, got my pills and I'm ready to get back on it!

New Venture - Into The Arena Of DUBSTEP

2010-01-16T12:56:00.000-08:00

Hello Again, Dave Slapp back at you with the latest Myc Ripley happenings. Oh, I remember. DUBSTEP!!! You need it in your life! Myc Ripley, your Zaybahood Sharkie is transitioning and touching a lot of unorthodox music. Especially, DUBSTEP!!!! I can't type it enough... DUBSTEP!!!! DUBSTEP!!!! DUBSTEP!!!! DUBSTEP!!!!.. Ok, I think its out of me.. First installment is "West Coast Rocks" remix by The Glitch Mob (Los Angeles, CA). "West Coast Rocks" was first made by Matty G (Santa Cruz, CA) and Myc Ripley (San Jose, CA) being lived in NorCal and SoCal thought it'd be only right to add vocals to this remix.

You can hear and read the review of The Glitch Mob Remix with Myc Ripley here at xlr8r.com:

Glitch Mob - West Coast Rocks review

*drum roll please*

Here is the final product! Myc Ripley "West Coast Rocks" From the Bay to LA for the world... Enjoy!!!

West Coast Rocks by mycripley

Dammit!! Since April???

2010-01-16T09:59:00.000-08:00

Whats up urrybody? Happy New Year! The last time I had time to get down was in April.. Good Lawd! Sorry to keep the information withheld. Real life called and I had to answer.

Well... Since then, other than trying to be the best father possible. Your boy Myc Ripley has been recording and finishing some more solo projects. Also, Shastyliens has recorded songs for their EP dropping real soon.

There has been so much going on, I don't even know where to start. April, May, June... Oh shit! Summer was off the hook! We moved into Mission Ale House (currently Freddie J's) and established the fact that #dubstep is a force to be wreckin with. I'll be makin that transition also! Dubstep Massive WHA GWAN!!
I have a good amount of ideas coming at y'all!!!

Sharkstyliens had an awesome year of networking and shows. MUCH RESPECT TO THOSE WHO HAVE ALLOWED US TO WORK WITH YOU!!!! We did run into some stagnant times and setbacks, but who doesn't? It's all about how you bounce back that determines if you're a ball or square. Y'dig? We did a couple shows to end out the year (props to Heart of Chaos and Mr. Fritzo) for giving us that opp!! It was a great way to end 2009!

Even more is cracking this year!! We just threw and performed at our first show of the year with the help of Denver Nytez and Mountain Charleys Los Gatos. Its all gel'n folks. It's a blessing! So, get ready to be inundated with #sharkstyle!!!

Personally, I'll be working on finishing up some projects started in late 08 and all of 09. Then I'll be on this #dubstep tier somethin fierce. I have a song for all in my next post.

These are the genres I'll be touching this year #dubstep #glitchhop #hiphouse #freshRock and #freshop. The last two I'll be coining myself as I drop the unorthodox on ya. Until my next post (which will be soon). One Love & blessings from above!

Myc Ripley - Part 2

2009-04-18T11:13:00.000-07:00

Who is Myc Ripley? Really..

Alrighty then... Last time we left you, we were speaking on Myc Rip and the moves he's been making the last couple of months. (Actually years, but we'll get into that.)

Myc Ripley is that one guy. You see him in the back of large crowds doing his own thing, but you still can't help notice how magnetizing he is. There is definitely something about Myc Rip.

So... The until now, consists of a great deal of things. There is no more Inf8nitbeatslump and/or DLC Crew. THERE IS NO CALI'S FINEST. There are rumors, but it is what it is.

*MORE CALI'S FINEST NEWS TO COME*

Now, there is just Myc Ripley and Sharkstyliens.

**QUICK PLUG**
You can see Sharkstyliens LIVE! Wednesday nights holding down The Cypher™ W/ Audio Dru, DJ Luicidal, both of 90.5FM KSJS and DJ Abe from 9p-2a Mission Ale House 97 E. Santa Clara St. San Jose CA 95112
**QUICK PLUG**

Ok, back to the real. Since all the bullshit between who really wants to do this and who doesn't. I've been working non-stop on building a solid network. Yet in still, not to many real grinders are out there. It has been a blessing in the making though it's still being made. I roll with it. When I say "working" I have been doing exactly that... Working. I keep a 925 and maintaining two projects that are still taking off.

I also have kids, but who doesn't in this day and age. They are really my inspiration! My A-Team.

This is what keeps me pushin' this eye wide open dream I live.

My new project is called "Purify - Th'Album" and mixtape will be called "Amidst the Darkness." I'm doing some slapp collecting and conceptualizing for both these projects as we speak..

Next post will touch on each of my past projects individually.. Starting with "The Slappelle Show - Season 1"
LISTEN AND DOWNLOAD HERE or JUST DOWNLOAD
then continue with Season 2.

Myc Ripley - Part 1

2009-04-18T08:41:00.000-07:00

Born November 10, 1979 and extremely Scorpio, Myc Ripley is true to his being. A native of Los Angeles, Myc Ripley (born B.Stuart) found himself in San Jose around the summer of 1993. Being with family, essentially escaping the grime and nonsense of the city of lost angels.

"Although , I have the heart of a lost angel, it feels good to be in an area where folks can't see you." - Myc Ripley

Myc Ripley began writing lyrics in '93 being influenced by Method Man's Tical project. Ultimately, it was his mothers constant playing of old reggae dancehall dub cassettes.

"BIGG UP MOMS!!!! 'cause she still hasn't stopped blastin' the dancehall." So then, as you can tell the family background is that of Jamaica. All reggae artists has provided some type of inspiration and/or portrayed an influence for Myc and all the music that is created by Myc Ripley.

In 1999, Myc Ripley wrote and recorded under the name of "Cozmick Da Ayth Wonder" for Calico Park Entertainment (CPE) in a duo group named "Flewid" where teamed with good friend "Sonick Da Ill Trooper" made a maxi single of never released tracks. Upon CPE vacating Palo Alto, CA looking for label sponsorship Flewid was left high and dry, eventually evaporating. Sonick moved to the dirty south and Cozmick tried to venture into his own production scheme.

By 2001, Cozmick Da Ayth Wonder hath become Mr. Mychogg (mike-hog) Ripley and started recording for himself in his own little shack based in Eastside San Jose where he formed The DLC - Dysfunctional Locol Crew, wanting to be a west coast Wu-Tang, DLC consisted of 4-5 members and couldn't gather collectively. So, Rip started recording himself and recorded over 150 unreleased and floating tracks to date. In that process, DLC phased out and Inf8nitbeatslump (Infinite Beat Slump) was formed. Rip's tracks have featured artists within the camp consisting of Smash Atoms, Krooked Keyz, BL, and ebreeze 3g for the sweet vocals.

Couple of years passed, Rip started dabbling in the production realm. Where he started recording more in depth and creating a mix of different music.

By 2003, Krook recruited Ace (Rauce Boss) Raustine (now Raustine D. Rauce), forming Cali's Finest between the two of them. Krook and Rauce had been rhymin together for sometime. After formally meeting, Rip offered to record Cali's Finest as their sound engineer, since he had been working on his own projects. In turn was invited to be a part of Cali's Finest making the duo a trio in the blink of an eye. They recorded "Knee Deep" The Mixtape under Muddy Water Entertainment in 2007...

*MORE CALI'S FINEST NEWS TO COME*

From then until, Myc Ripley has dropped some mixtapes. A trio entitled, "The Dave Slappelle Show"- Seasons 1, 2, also Bootlegs and Bleezies. Then there is his latest 2008 mixtape, "The Adventures of Jack Rabbid". These projects are available at different sites for purchase and free download.

Presently, Myc Rip is working on yet another solo effort and mixtape that seems to be a lifetime in the making.

"BIGGUP and NUFF RESPECK in major way for the minority. WEST COASTIN 4eva eva!! If it ain't slappin I don't want it!!"

-Myc Ripley

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"The Dave Slappelle Show: Bootlegs & Bleezies"

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