Eddie Van Halen, Paco DeLucia, George Benson, Steve Vai, Wes Montgomery, Mike Stern, Pat Metheny, Tony Maiden, Al McKay, Phil Keaggy.....Sarah Vaugh, Joe Pass, Yngwie Malmsteen, U2, Joe Williams, Jonathan DuBose, Grant Green, Kenny Burrell, Alan Holdsworth, Larry Carlton, Ella Fitzgerald, all Brazilian music, all Flamenco music.....there’s something good to be learned from all music!
Sounds Like
Me, but lately I’ve been enjoying: John Mayer, Daniel Powter, James Morrison, James Blunt, Dave Matthews, Jack Johnson...yes, I like a good pop tune, so sue me!!!
Charismatic singer/songwriter and masterful guitar virtuoso, Michael Ripoll is the quintessential "artist’’s artist."
Born and raised in New York, and of Cuban and Italian descent, Michael’s heritage flourished on the East Coast and the fire and passion of his roots permeate the multitude of styles he performs: Pop, Flamenco/Latin, Classical, Jazz, R&B/Funk Rock, and Gospel.
As a songwriter, conveying a unique, and powerful insight with words and phrasing come effortlessly as Michael is completely in tune with the thoughts that are translated through his instrument and voice. The sincerity and honesty capture the essence of love beautifully and evocatively, leaving an indelible stir within the listener.
It was a move to Florida at the age of sixteen that landed Michael at the very epicenter of Latin culture in America, where he was able to connect then with his Cuban ancestry. His father had taken note of the innate talent in New York, and once in Florida, decided to support his son as a musician and the talent was cultivated and refined with collegiate training. Twelve years of private lessons along with the schooling can be detected in the delivery in which he plays—nothing short of concise technique and flawless precision.
Currently residing in Los Angeles, Michael is a consummate professional in the music industry. The industry’s top artists and organizations know of Michael’s genius and passion. His calendar stays steadily full of recording sessions, high-profile appearances, and awe-inspiring live performances, backing top artists and fronting his own band.
Sunday June 28, 2009 at 11pm the annex new york 152 orchid st. lower east side NYc Debut album due this fall including the single: “Love Me Back” www.myspace.com/michaelripoll
Howdy! Thank ya rightly fer the add, yeehaww! Here's the brand spankin' new video fer our original tune "Mark of Cain". Lotsa blood, sweat, an' tears (but mostly blood) wuz shed in its production. We's hope ya like it!
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