I'm a singer songwriter in the Americana genre. My start was in the coffee houses of Toronto some thirty years ago. Those folk beginnings we're followed by a ten year run as front man and writer for Toronto roots rockers The Bel-Vistas. The last decade or so has been spent raising a family and pursuing music as a solo artist.
I record in my home studio now and am also involved in engineering and producing for others. My latest album is finally finished! It's titled "Long Story Short" and was released January 16th 2010 with a bang at The Cadillac Lounge in Toronto. Thanks to all who attended!
Influences are many but the ones who set the bar high for me include Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, John Hiatt, Van Morrison and the always cool Nick Lowe.
My repertoire consists of original songs that span the length of my career as well as plenty of covers in the classic rock, pop, folk, blues, and country styles. I’m comfortable performing solo or with a band.
Some Highlights:
-songs published by Sony Music
-recording artist with Eureka Records
-album release in Europe with Blue Rose Records
-radio play across Canada, the U.S., and Europe
-video play on Muchmusic, CMT Canada and Europe
-extensive live experience, including cross Canada touring
-opening act for The Tragically Hip, Blue Rodeo and Tom Cochrane
Discography:
"The Bel-Vistas" - self titled EP - released 1990 - independent
"Somewhere Along The Line" - The Bel-Vistas - released 1992 -
Eureka Records/Capitol Records
"Pretty Ugly" - The Bel-Vistas - released 1994 - Blue Rose Records
- independent
"Wherever I Go" - Mark Ripp - released 1997 - independent
"Minor Miracle" - Mark Ripp & The Confessors - released 2002 -
independent
"Long Story Short" - Mark Ripp & The Confessors - released 2010 -
independent