About Ryan

Ryan Zobel is a multi-instrumentalist with skills in songwriting, audio recording, mixing and mastering audio.

Ryan began playing guitar at the age of 7, and has been fascinated by electronic and musical gear ever since. As a child Ryan would take apart electronics at home and rebuild a movie and sound system in the backyard for everyone to enjoy.

Ryan is a graduate of DePaul University with a BA in Communications and Media and a Minor in Sound Recording Engineering. He has also interned at RaxTrax Recordings. Additionally, he is the lead guitarist in the local Chicago punk band, Strapped. Ryan’s favorite genres are: hard rock, psychedelic rock, shoegaze, metal and punk.

Favorite artists who have influenced his personal style: Dead Meadow, Jimi Hendrix, Narrow Head, Hum, and most notably an influence at a young age: Foo Fighters.

Based in Chicago, Ryan crafts unique jingles and songs that individuals or companies may need for their brand. Whether it’s a short jingle for a social media ad or a full-fledged theme song for your project, Ryan has you covered. Each tune is specifically crafted for your needs, and styled in any genre to seamlessly fit your project or brand.

listen for yourself

To collaborate on your project and custom music, contact Ryan!

Apart from writing and recording his own music, Ryan loves to go to live shows whenever the opportunity arises. Sometimes at a local DIY venue checking out the newest developments in the Chicago punk scene, and sometimes at established bars and venues around the city. Upon returning home from shows that left an impact, Ryan often writes about his experiences at these shows.

check out some of the shows Ryan has been to recently

If you wish to purchase these articles for publishing purposes or hire Ryan to cover an upcoming show for your publication, contact Ryan!