With his unique covers of pop, rock, blues, soul, country, folk and reggae, everyone can enjoy Ben's stripped-back style.
With just his voice and acoustic guitar, Ben's eclectic selection of songs is here to please every generation, whether you love the old school sounds of the Beach Boys and the Beatles or contemporary favourites by Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars. Whether Ben is guiding you down the aisle, helping you pass the time at your drinks reception, or leading you into your first dance, his polished performances always set the right tone and give everyone unforgettable memories.
Ben has been in bands since he was twelve and has gigged extensively up and down the UK and across Europe. Formerly a drummer, he has supported groups like Ocean Colour Scene, The Levellers and Toploader. A keen songwriter whose music has been featured on BBC Introducing, a track record of rave reviews follows Ben wherever he goes and gives you confidence of a sensational performance.
Ben provides background music between his sets to keep the music flowing when he's taking a breather, and provides his own high-quality professional PA and lighting, giving you a self-contained act ready to set up and play without any hassle!
Based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
= areas covered (up to 500 miles)
= free travel (up to 30 miles)
Current/00's
Perfect - Ed Sheeran
Everything - Michael Buble
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
Can't Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake
Everything - Michael Bublè
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
All Of Me - John Legend
Marry You - Bruno Mars
Mr Brightside - The Killers
Better Together - Jack Johnson
The One - Kodaline
You Give Me Something - James Morrison
Last Request - Paolo Nutini
She Moves In Her Own Way - The Kooks
Riptide - Vance Joy
Mardy Bum - Arctic Monkeys
Dream Catch Me - Newton Faulkner
I Know I'm Not The Only One - Sam Smith
Blank Space - Taylor Swift
Crazy Love - Michael Buble/Van Morrison
Sunday Morning - Maroon 5
Tenerife Sea - Ed Sheeran
Rule The World - Take That
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
Yellow - Coldplay
A-Team - Ed Sheeran
Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
Hallelujah - Rufus Wainwright version
Flowers In The Window - Travis
Human - The Killers
Half The World Away - Oasis
You Belong To Me - Jason Wade (from Shrek)
Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole
90's/80's
Must Be Love - Madness
The Way You Make Me Feel - Michael Jackson
Just The Two Of Us - Bill Withers
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
True Colours - Cyndi Lauper
You've Got A Friend In Me - Randy Newman
You Do Something To Me - Paul Weller
Englishman In New York Sting
Every Little Think She Does Is Magic - The Police
Fall At Your Feet - Crowded House
Graceland - Paul Simon
This Years Love - David Gray
Losing My Religion - R.E.M
That's Entertainment - The Jam
High & Dry - Radiohead
Babylon - David Gray
Broken Stones - Paul Weller
70's/60's
All You Need Is Love - The Beatles
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Stuck In The Middle With You - Steelers Wheel
Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis
How Deep Is Your Love - Bee Gees
Your Song - Elton John
To Love Somebody - Bee Gees
Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison
God Only Knows - Beach Boys
You're My Best Friend - Queen
Wonderful World - Sam Cooke
Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
I'm A Believer
Take It Easy - Eagles
Is This Love - Bob Marley
Let's Staty Together - Al Green
My Girl - The Temptations
Sittin' On The Doc Of The Bay - Otis Redding
Baby You Can Drive My Car - The Beatles
Cecelia - Simon & Garfunkel
Ring Of Fire - Johnny Cash
Sunny Afternoon - The Kinks
That's Alright - Elvis
Access to 1 power socket.
Yes, if requested I can provide lighting. Primarily mood lighting.
Full address including postcode. If it's a private property, then a picture or a google pin drop is very helpful.
Yes, more than happy to provide a playlist between sets.
Sometimes, small intimate gigs are the best. However, I played at Rock City in Nottingham back in 2018. That was pretty cool!
So many...
I'm currently listening to the Bros. Landreth at the moment.
I began learning the drums from 8 years old. I've gigged regularly ever since.
Anywhere with an appreciative crowd!
Setup time: 30/45 minutes
Set times: Typically 2 x 45 minutes. Set times can be tailored to your event.
Yes, but I will need cover or shady spot and access to power.
Yes, clients can cherry pick songs from my repertoire.
Clients often describe me as very easy listening and particular enjoy my voice. They also complement my own renditions of popular songs.
Superstar Speakers Events - UK
Anassa Hotel - Cyprus
Cyprus Embassy - Uk
German Embassy - UK
Cavern Club - UK
Rock City - UK
Nottingham Royal Concert Hall - UK
Ronnie Scott's - UK
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Concert
Cruise
1950s Music
1960s Music
1970s Music
1980s Music
1990s Music
2000s+ Music
Folk
Folk Rock
Easy Listening
Background Music
Originals
Country
Pop
Acoustic
Covers
Motown
Britpop
Will travel internationally
PAT tested
100% acoustic (no power)
Can provide battery amplifier
Instrumental
Male vocalist
Public liability insurance
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