A tune I forgot all about. I wrote this tune right after the tsunami in Japan and in the wake of the Arab Spring. There was (and is) a lot going on in the world, and this is a glimpse at how I processed it all. Enjoy.

"Untitiled 2011" prod. DJ IM

One of my favorite songs by one of my favorite songwriters, Paul Simon. My best buddy BG stopped by to help with the harmony. Enjoy...

Sparrow by Simon & Garfunkel Cover feat. Obeji Williams

My take on Dylan's "One More Cup Of Coffee." 

One More Cup Of Coffee (Bob Dylan Cover)

Ryan-O'Neil is 1/2 of The Come Up. Together with The Beege these 2 have been making music together under many pseudonyms for many years. The Come Up is about making music and art that is inspiring and thought provoking. The Come Up aims to engtertain and enlight with the help of like minded friends and collaborators.

This particular track features the saxophone stylings of Karel Van Beekom, a great musician and even better friend. 

The Road - The Come Up feat. Karel Van Beekom

It's sometimes difficult to maintain high spirits especially in the current social/political climate. To help I offer my take on Bobby McFerrin's hit "Don't Worry Be Happy." What? My version not making you feel warm and fuzzy inside? 

get over it!

written by Bobby McFerrin
recorded, produced, cover design, performance by Ryan-O'Neil
saxophone and flutes by Karel VanBeekom
mixed by Joe Plourde

Don't Worry Be Happy - (major to minor) feat. Karel VanBeekom

Produced, Arranged, Recorded - Ryan-O'Neil
Additional Percussion/Mixing - Joe Plourde

The Boxer (Simon and Garfunkel cover)

Production and lyrics by Ryan-O'Neil
Additional lyrics by The Beege and Sole Rebel
Guitar by Patrick Meyer
Additional production and mixing by Joe Plourde


Years ago I wrote a song titled "Sunday Morning," while trying to figure out how I wanted it to sound, I made a few versions. After putting down the chorus, I realized I needed to add some rap verses. I enlisted high school friends The Beege and Sole Rebel to round out the cast.

Sunday Morning (remix) w The Beege + Sole Rebel

Over 50 years after it's been written, Dylan's 'Masters of War' continues to be relevant. 

Here's hoping the masters of war die, tomorrow.

Masters of War (Bob Dylan cover)

Hey! - The Come Up (Ryan-O'Neil + Beege)

I've revisited the Major to Minor "Ooh De Lally" cover I did, and made a rap remix to it. 

This version takes on what the original only hinted at. Robin Hood and Little John are avatars for young, black men and their struggles with the Sheriff is a familiar one. 

Enjoy my take and share your ideas.

Oo-De-Lally Hip Hop Remix

This Valentine's Day enjoy this gift. A profession of my love to all of you. "I'll love you forever."

Luv U 4Evr

In this era of Trump, Pete Seeger's seminal song takes on a whole new tone. Adding the transposition to a minor key further drives home how elusive the dream of being part of America can be.

Major to Minor - This Land Is Your Land

I wrote this song quite some years ago. However, I never got around to recording it. I recently bought a Tascam 414 tape recorder and thought this song would be good to try recording on tape.

Well, here is the result.

Ryan-O'Neil

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