Artist page · 07/07/2026

Eek-A-Mouse

KingstonBorn in 1957Reggae international6 vinyl albums
Eek-A-Mouse, born Rypton Joseph Hylton in 1957 in Kingston, Jamaica, stands as a prominent figure in reggae and dancehall since the late 1970s. His music blends dub, roots reggae, and a distinctive vocal technique.
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386Discogs releases
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About

Eek-A-Mouse, Jamaican reggae voice with a unique vocal style since the 1980s.

Over 8 vinyl albums with original pressings from Greensleeves; iconic tracks like Ganja Smuggling and Wa-Do-Dem.

Rypton Joseph Hylton, known professionally as Eek-A-Mouse, emerged from Kingston's rich reggae scene. Starting his career in the 1970s, he recorded early singles under the name Ripton Hilton. His breakthrough came in the early 1980s with landmark singles like Wa-Do-Dem and Modelling Queen. Working with producers such as Linval Thompson, Scientist, and Junjo Lawes, plus backing by Roots Radics, he developed a distinctive style marked by melodic toasting and vocal playfulness.

Eek-A-Mouse is known for numerous albums throughout the '80s and beyond, with releases on Greensleeves Records and others. His performances at Reggae Sunsplash festivals in the early '80s remain notable.

Discography

Eek-A-Mouse — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Mouse Gone WildReal Authentic Sound · 2004
2004
Mouse Gone Wild
CD, Album
Studio
Eek-A-SpeekaGreensleeves Records · 2004
2004
Eek-A-Speeka
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
EeksperienceRFO Records · 2001
2001
Eeksperience
CD, Album
Studio
Black CowboySunset Blvd Entertainment · 1996
1996
Black Cowboy
CD, Album
Studio
U-NeekPeace Posse · 1991
1991
U-Neek
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Eek-A-NomicsReal Authentic Sound · 1988
1988
Eek-A-Nomics
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The King And IOriginal Sounds · 1985
1985
The King And I
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
MouseketeerGreensleeves Records · 1984
1984
Mouseketeer
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Live At Reggae SunsplashVista Sounds · 1983
1983
Live At Reggae Sunsplash
Vinyl, LP, Album
Live
The Mouse & The ManGreensleeves Records · 1983
1983
The Mouse & The Man
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
AssassinatorReal Authentic Sound · 1983
1983
Assassinator
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Skidip!Greensleeves Records · 1982
1982
Skidip!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Wa-Do-DemGreensleeves Records · 1982
1982
Wa-Do-Dem
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Eek-A-Mouse's career.

01
Ganja Smuggling
Ganja Smuggling
Wa-Do-Dem · 1982
02
Wa-Do-Dem
Wa-Do-Dem
Wa-Do-Dem · 1982
03
Sensee Party
Sensee Party
Skidip! · 1982
04
Long Time Ago
Long Time Ago
Wa-Do-Dem · 1982
05
Noah's Ark
Noah's Ark
Wa-Do-Dem · 1982
06
Sensi Party
·
07
Rude Boy Jamaican
Rude Boy Jamaican
Eeksperience · 2001
08
Operation Eradication
Operation Eradication
Wa-Do-Dem · 1982

The essentials

The 3 Eek-A-Mouse albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1982
Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
Wa-Do-Dem

Debut album featuring the controversial title track and classics like Ganja Smuggling, produced by Greensleeves Records.

10 tracksStereo mixOriginal 1982 UK pressingLabel: Greensleeves
#2 · 1984
Vinyl LP, Album
Mouseketeer

Showcases Eek-A-Mouse's unique vocal style with tracks like Star, Daily News Or Gleaner and Wild Like A Tiger, backed by Greensleeves Records.

10 tracksOriginal repress UK pressingLabel: Greensleeves
#3 · 1982
Vinyl LP, Album
Skidip!

Includes dancehall hits such as Sensee Party and Skidip!, released by Greensleeves with several reissues expanding availability.

10 tracksLP formatMultiple UK pressings

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Mouseketeer
Master release · LP · 1984
Market position i
17,40 €
Min price 12 €Max price 22 €
Average price 17,40 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
263 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Wa-Do-Dem
Master release · LP · 1982
Market position i
43,00 €
Min price 23 €Max price 90 €
Average price 43,00 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
1 069 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Skidip!
Master release · LP · 1982
Market position i
16,62 €
Min price 12 €Max price 22 €
Average price 16,62 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
374 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Eek-A-Speeka
Master release · LP · 2004
Market position i
13,88 €
Min price 14 €Max price 14 €
Average price 13,88 €
Only 15 copies for sale on Discogs
79 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Eek-A-SpeekaLP, Album
Greensleeves Records UK · 2004 GREL 277 Original pressing
79 want · 245 have · ratio 0,3
13,88 €
Wa-Do-DemLP, Album
Greensleeves Records US · 1982 GREL 31 🔥 Standard edition
1 069 want · 1 566 have · ratio 0,7
43,00 €
Wa-Do-DemLP, Album, Stereo
Greensleeves Records UK · 1982 GREL 31, Grel 31 Original pressing
1 069 want · 1 566 have · ratio 0,7
23,19 €
Skidip!LP, Album, Reissue
Greensleeves Records UK GREL 41 🔥 Standard edition
374 want · 917 have · ratio 0,4
18,12 €
Skidip!LP, Album, Reissue, Unofficial Release
Thompson Sound UK none Original pressing
374 want · 917 have · ratio 0,4
13,00 €
MouseketeerLP, Album, Reissue
Greensleeves Records UK GREL 65 🔥 Standard edition
263 want · 735 have · ratio 0,4
25,52 €
MouseketeerLP, Album, Repress
Greensleeves Records UK GREL 65 Original pressing
263 want · 735 have · ratio 0,4
23,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Eek-A-Mouse

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

“My special ‘bingy-boingy’ vocal style remained unique even as my voice changed over the years.”
— Eek-A-Mouse
01Studio

Early collaboration with Linval Thompson

In 1981, Eek-A-Mouse released his first single Wa Do Dem produced by Linval Thompson, laying the foundations of his distinctive style.

1981Kingston
02Festival

Reggae Sunsplash performances

Eek-A-Mouse performed at the Reggae Sunsplash festival in 1981, 1982, and 1984, bringing live energy to tracks like Biddy Biddy Beng.

1981-1984Jamaica
03Producer

Work with producer Scientist and Junjo Lawes

During early 1980s, collaboration with Scientist and Junjo Lawes helped refine Eek-A-Mouse's sound alongside Roots Radics backing band.

1982Kingston
04Album

‘Assassinator’ produced by Anthony & Ronald Welch

In 1985, Eek-A-Mouse released Assassinator on RAS Records, marking a transition with production by Anthony & Ronald Welch.

1985USA

Records by Eek-A-Mouse

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FAQ

FAQ: Eek-A-Mouse on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who is Eek-A-Mouse and when did he start his career?

Eek-A-Mouse is a Jamaican reggae artist born in 1957 in Kingston; he began recording in 1974 under the name Ripton Hilton.

What are some of Eek-A-Mouse’s most famous tracks?

His most notable tracks include ‘Ganja Smuggling’, ‘Wa-Do-Dem’, and ‘Sensee Party’ among others.

Which record label released many of Eek-A-Mouse's albums on vinyl?

Greensleeves Records is the primary label for several classic Eek-A-Mouse vinyl LPs.

What genres does Eek-A-Mouse’s music encompass?

His music blends reggae, dancehall, dub, and roots reggae sounds.

Are original vinyl pressings of Eek-A-Mouse albums available in France?

Yes, original UK pressings such as ‘Wa-Do-Dem’ and ‘Mouseketeer’ can be found in the French vinyl market.

Where was Eek-A-Mouse born and raised?

He was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, a central hub for reggae music.

How can I identify original pressings of Eek-A-Mouse records?

Check label details, catalogue numbers like GREL 31 or GREL 65, and pressing country, typically UK for originals.

What is Eek-A-Mouse’s signature vocal style?

He is known for melodic toasting and a unique ‘bingy-boingy’ vocal technique distinctive in reggae music.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 07/07/2026