Ryan has been writing and performing originial music since he was about 14 years old, after being involved in musical productions such as the opera Tosca, performed at the Angus Bowmer Theatre in Ashland, Oregon, and in the First Annual Northwest Children’s Honor Choir, which performed at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts in Eugene, OR. He has played as a solo act and with bands all across the US.All material on this website was written by Ryan and performed by Ryan and his friends/bandmates. Inspirations are vast, including artists like Radiohead, Mos Def, Tool, Counting Crows, PJ Harvey, Thelonius Monk, Modest Mouse, Pearl Jam, and Tori Amos. He writes and produces many genres of music, but consistently returns to the rootsy side of things, folk and indie rock being his major passions.Ryan’s debut album, Bagdaddio, was released in 2003 by Wondergoat Records. The album is a mixture of rock, pop, spoken word, folk, and experimental music.His second release, My Fair February Notable Shimmer and Grin, was released in 2007. Containing a group of mellow folk songs, this album was named Best Folk Album (International) by Toronto Exclusive Magazine.His third release, Vermilion, is a melodic, folk rock album, with hints of country and americana. Ross Shotland of RadioIndy.com says, "Vermilion is a must listen…."To see what other people are saying about Ryan, go to the "Reviews" section of the website.