Songwriter, Producer, Engineer

I am a producer, engineer, mixer, songwriter, and mastering engineer with over a decade of experience. Throughout the years, I've had the pleasure of working with R&B legend Shawn Desman, writing for Simon Cowell's boyband PRETTYMUCH (RIP), and developing hometown talent, such as the amazing Aiona Santana.

I go by RIPVCTR; sometimes known as VICTOR FOREST, my government name BENJAMIN V COOLIGAN but by most, simply known as VIC.

After semi-retiring a lifestyle of touring in different bands and projects, I wanted to pursue my potential as a full-time studio rat.

​I've since centred my focus on session work, pushing artists to reach their maximum potential through my ability to songwrite, produce, engineer, mix, and master a myriad of different genres spanning from Hip-Hop to Pop to Atmospheric Black Metal.

Proudly Canadian, I am located in Ottawa. I chose to base my personal studio out of here due to its low-key, workable nature. However when that big studio feel is needed, I like to work out of Revolution Recording on the east side of Toronto.

My goal is to share the drive I have to create and be a crucial part of the careers of like-minded artists.

I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.

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