"Approxi-Mental" is the 2006 Ryan Van follow-up to 2004's "Monkey." Van strips down the music on this one, showing a matured focus and creating a collective body of some of his most intimate and enjoyable work. The songs on this CD are certain to become classics for Ryan Van fans ... this CD includes appearances by Bekki, percussionist Brad Johnson, lead guitarist Justin Schmittendorf (JS), Spoken Word Champion Christopher Fox Graham and acclaimed folk artist Naome Weissmann.

Monkey