ARTIST, SOUND ENGINEER, AND MUSIC PRODUCER
BUILDING REPUTATION
✪ Beginning in 2000 with no prior resources, I embarked on my journey in music by assembling equipment for my early studio. Gaining respect from an online audience, I participated in emcee battles on the well-known platform "Hip-Hop.ru." Between 2002 and 2006, I was recognized under the moniker "Ghostrida." During this period, I established my own rap-battle platform, "RapWar," aimed at promoting online emcee battles, enhancing the skills of its users, and fostering a wider rap community in Russia. As my studio grew, so did my technical expertise, allowing me to independently produce tracks across various levels of complexity. My growing portfolio includes numerous recordings for different artists spanning multiple genres and the production and co-production of entire albums.
COLLABORATIONS
✪ The collective I worked with initially lacked a formal name and was often referred to as "Rydarecordz Crew." In 2007, we briefly adopted the name "Illuminati," which ultimately transformed into "Ill U," representing "Ill Union," influenced by collaborators I1 and Yuras from London. By 2008, we rebranded ourselves as "MCPD" (Moscow City Playaz Department), consisting of members such as Ryda, Ins, JahMal, D'Money, I1, Legion, Frante, Atom, Yuras, and Kravz. However, the challenge of operating as a single unit across different countries without a designated leader led us to function more effectively as individual artists, while still collaborating with fellow MCPD members.
RELEASES
✪ During this time, Atom and I produced our first debut video, "RapArena," under the "Urban Juice" project, which ultimately did not take off. Following this, our debut mixtape, "Ryda & Kravz present 'Mutnie Parni Mixtape' (Vol.1)," was released on September 1, 2007, marking a significant milestone. The subsequent mixtape, "Lyfestylez," released the following year, showcased an evolution in our sound. My growing interest in dancehall and reggae music inspired a wealth of material for the yet-to-be-released "RYDD'M" mixtape, alongside various side projects. A complete discography can be accessed through provided links.
EXPANSION
✪ In early 2009, alongside Atom, Vahtang, and DjErik, I established a training school in the heart of Moscow, named "Newschool Records." This initiative aimed to nurture aspiring musicians by focusing on emceeing, music production, DJing, and beatboxing. During this phase, I collaborated closely with local and international hip-hop and reggae artists, including Le Truk, Steppa Style, and Lady N. My efforts allowed for further investment in studio upgrades, leading to a greater understanding of quality signal chains. Despite attracting considerable media attention, personal circumstances led to the school's closure in 2010, and I relocated with my equipment.
CURRENT TIMES
✪ Now, a decade since my musical journey began, I have recorded numerous tracks both as an artist and sound engineer. My contributions have helped several emerging artists gain recognition, reflecting my influence in the industry. My personal studio, "Rydarecordz," remains operational, and I maintain a commitment to its careful management and necessary upgrades.
ARTISTS I WORKED WITH
✪ My collaborations include a diverse range of artists, such as Robert Ryda (myself) aka Ghostrida, Кравц, Децл aka LeTruk, Смоки Мо, D.Masta, 5 Плюх, Beatmaker Beat, Warn-A-Bro Productions, Legion, МС Молодой aka Tony P, Ligalize, Berezin, P-13, Mezza Morta, MC Check, DJ NikOne, I1 aka RAPid, InSrecords, Frante, JahMal, Steppa Style, Стакан aka Sil-A, Inferno Music, Lady N, El Toro, Black Jacket, True Jamaican Crew, Imal, DJ RT, Street Atlas Entertainment, DJ NZ, Nappy Paco aka MCP, MC Atom, Vahtang, DJ Erik, Kappa, DJ Samoa, Черно-Белые, Pete Millz aka Snake Eyez, DPR Records, Chester, Damon Dae, D'Money, Avatar Young Blaze, N'Pans, MC Navigator, No Limit aka Kreep, Струч aka Lil Kong, Beatworx Records, Flameboi, SubBox Records, Lansky, Mic EP, Rhymond Zerrgiuz, Mad-A, Method Mr. Al aka Дядя Эл, MadMax aka DJ Max Million, Dime, RAP Recordz, X-Star, Tricky, Garry Miller Records, Один Номер, Герберт Моралес, Animal Jazz, Karabis, DJ Sandrique, WOW-Wild Band, Александр Legend, Влад Тюрин, Irene Nelson, Ara Martirosyan, Сергей Маркин, Kathy Soul, Наталья Поволоцкая, Александр Панайотов, Eva Goldberg, Таир Мамедов, ST, Bess, Кнара, Теона Дольникова, Piramida Music, IN3GA, MCPD, Danny Rite, Skarra Mucci, Otomix, Estera, Гарри Топор, Double G, Gruff, BabySmokez, Slow Flow, Ivory Soulja, One Shot Game, Siel, Bongo Dilla, and more.
✪ I remain open to networking with new and interesting professionals in the industry.
