"I'm Just the Same as I Was has some great moments. Ben's music is full of unexpected turns, like that beautiful surprise bridge in the title track. This is a really fine album from a truly original songwriter."
- Pierce Pettis
Upcoming Shows
2012
February 11 - Decatur, GA - Kavarna
Don't miss this really cool show with my friend Jeff Barnes's band Summer Dare. Kavarna is a intimate venue with a great, laid-back vibe and good sound. The show starts at 9pm. More info
March 3 - Smyrna, GA - House Concert
This is a very special house concert I'll be playing in the round with three fantastic songwriters: Bill Kahler, Jeff Silver and Pat Walsh. Proceeds from the concert will benefit a unique project that purchases bicycles for farmers in Rwanda to help them transport the coffee they grow to market. House concerts are a wonderful tradition in the folk world - intimate, personal and upclose. The concert is at the following address: 1116 Vinings Grove, Smyrna, GA 30082 and doors open at 7:30.
Past Shows
2011
October 15 - Norcross, GA - 45 South Cafe
Special Writer's in the Round show with Cyndi Craven and Allison Adams. This is a great listening room with an excellent wine selection and great atmosphere. More info
February 5 - Atlanta, GA - Hungry Ear Coffeehouse
Another great monthly coffeehouse series in Atlanta. The Hungry Ear audience never disappoints -- what a wonderful room and amazing vibe this place has. Donations of $5 are requested. More info
2010
September 11 - Atlanta, GA - Lena's Place Coffeehouse
Lena's is Atlanta's longest running monthly coffeehouse and a wonderfully intimate listening room. This is a venue I've played since I first moved to Atlanta so many years ago and it always proves to be a special night. Show starts at 8pm and your $5 donation will benefit The Open Door Community. More info
October 2 - Birmingham, AL - Moonlight Music Cafe
This will be my first time at the Moonlight and one of several shows where I will be lucky enough to share the stage with the very talented Jennifer Daniels this Fall. More info
October 29 - Atlanta, GA - Kavarna Coffeehouse
November 4 - Atlanta, GA - The Park Tavern - Benefit Concert
Details for this event are coming soon.
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November 6 - Boone, NC - Galileo's
This will be the first time I've played in my hometown in about 16 years. So much has changed - the college has grown up, businesses have come and gone, but it's still the same place more or less. I'm looking forward to it.
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November 7 - Grassy Creek, NC - The River House
This is a really unique venue in a breathtaking setting, just a stone's throw from where I was born and raised.
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December 18 - Charlotte, NC - The Evening Muse
I have not had the pleasure yet, but I understand the Muse is another wonderful listening room, much like Eddie's Attic here in Atlanta or the Bluebird in Nashville. Once again, I'll be sharing the stage with Jennifer Daniels. More info
December 29 - Asheville, NC - Pulp
Pulp is a cool little venue in the basement of the famous Orange Peel club in downtown Asheville. I'll be sharing the bill with The Broken Lilacs and Jake Widgeon. It should be a great night of music and a good warm up for New Year's so come out, bring a friend and raise a glass. More info