What’s on in Melbourne Victoria – UK Reggae Star Gappy Ranks

The Espy is pleased to announce the arrival of rising UK reggae and ska star Gappy Ranks to our shores for the first time this October!

Making his studio debut with the Ruff Cutt band aged 11, the young artist next landed a series of killer link-ups with the likes of Kray Twinz, Twista and MC Lethal B. It was his initial hit for the legendary Peckings crew “Mountain Top” that really lit the blue touch paper and when the follow-up “Heaven In My Eyes” bust international Gappy found himself in the driving seat of an unstoppable rocket to stardom. “Stinking Rich” & “Rising Out The Ghetto” consolidated his success, his impact on the dancehall world mirroring fellow Londoner Amy Winehouses revolutionizing of the world R&B scene.

The release of his eagerly awaited Greensleeves album “Put The Stereo On” ups the ante to another level, the album sees Gappy completing his project with the Peckings crew, producers of Bitty McLean’s classic “On Bond Street” album and like that best selling set “Put The Stereo On” is launched on authorized versions from Studio One, Treasure Isle & Bunny Lee. Whether it’s “as good as old” gems like the title track “Put The Stereo On” (a record so in-demand the dancehall government has had to step in to authorize its immediate release), the straight to the heart romantic beat of “Happiest Day Of My Life” or the awesome word, sound & power of “Thy Shall Love” Gappy has it all under lock and key, he can sing like Tarrus and spit lyrics like Kartel and displays this stunning versatility both on stage and in the studio.

“Put The Stereo On” was touted as the reggae album of 2010 but his ambition doesn’t stop there – In 2011 the UK Dancehall star is back with his second LP entitled “Thanks & Praise” which is a modern Reggae and Dancehall album including tracks which feature Delly Ranx and Russian on Gappy’s new single “Tun Up”.

Gappy is also proving to be one of the most popular live draws on the planet headlining shows across Europe, Asia & the USA. Australia get ready as it’s now your turn!

What: Gappy Ranks (UK),

When: Espy front bar Saturday, October 1st

Cost: Free entry

More info: www.espy.com.au

Check out Gappy on Later with Jools Holland –