After setting the UK dancehall scene on fire as part of dancehall group Sunclyde and after working with the likes of US heavyweight hip hop stars Twista and UK fast rapper Lethal B, Greensleeves Artist: Gappy Ranks is poised to release his debut solo album 'Put The Stereo On'. The album is due for relase on August 24 and features 12 original tracks with production provided by the infamous 'Peckings Crew'.

With his latest album release, Gappy Ranks set out to pay homage to the foundation that Reggae music built while bringing to the genre a direction he sees as the future of reggae music. The album opens with “Mountain Top,” Gappy’s first track to rise on the UK Reggae charts, followed by “Heaven In Her Eyes,” which remained #1 for 13 weeks on the UK Reggae Charts and opened up Gappy Ranks career to the world.

When recording PUT THE STEREO ON Gappy Ranks was granted access to classic reggae riddims like the Treasure Isle riddim featured on “Happiest Day Of My Life.” “Thy Shall Love” delivers a powerful sound and uplifting message of loving yourself and others. For the closing track, “Soul Rebel,” Gappy Ranks is accompanied by legendary UK Reggae artist Nereus Joseph.

Born and raised in the inner-city town Harlesden NW10 which is unofficially known as London’s Reggae capital, Gappy Ranks discovered his passion for music at a young age. While attending school, he strengthened his musical skills devoting most of his time to writing. He made his studio debut with the Ruff Cutt band at aged 11 and later joined Stonebridge stars Suncycle Crew. This experience helped him develop his understanding of the music business and the building of his musical repertoire. He has released numerous mix tapes and collaborated with fellow UK artists Kray Twinz, MC Lethal B and US rapper Twista.