Artist description One-man band delivers laid-back, blues & folk-influenced alternative rock from the musty depths of his basement in Columbus, Ohio. Songs feature a layered acoustic/electric/slide guitar sound, creative vocal harmonizing and thoughtful lyrics.

Music Style Blues/Folk-influenced Pop/Rock

Musical Influences Paul Simon, Son Volt, Robert Johnson, James Taylor

Similar Artists Paul Simon, Son Volt, Neil Young, Jimmy Page

Artist History Ben Barnes has been writing, playing, singing, and recording good music in his basement for about 10 years, all by himself. A self-taught guitarist, he is responsible for all audible noises in his recorded work, including acoustic and electric guitars, bass guitar, lead and harmony vocals, and anything else necessary. He completed a full length CD in July 2000 titled "Traveling Handful".

Group Members Ben Barnes

Instruments Acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums, drum machine, vocals

Albums Traveling Handful

Location Columbus, OH - USA

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