Artist description Best described by David DeVoe as Dark Country with a WHOLE LOT of distortion, the New Ben Franklins are a musical anamoly. Combining influences from a diverse musical background has led to the development of a distinctive band tone. In the early days of the band, with Malcolm Tent at the helm on vocals, the band was considered progressive gothic rock. With the departure of Tent in 1995, DeVoe returned to the lead vocalist position, as well as guitarist, in the power trio style of rock.

Music Style Alternative rock/dark country

Musical Influences Catherine Wheel, John Cash, Love and Rockets, Bauhaus, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Ride, Psychedelic Furs, Hank Williams, George Jones, Dwight Yoakam, House of Love

Similar Artists Love and rockets, Joy Division, Wilco, Whiskeytown, David Bowie, Red Lorry Yellow Lorry

Artist History The New Ben Franklins have been performing and recording for nearly a decade. They have released 3 eps independantly: 1993's "Blake", 1994's "No Songs For Christine" and 1995's "Deaf Child Blind". All were limited releases, and the first 2 were sold out quickly. Copies of the 3rd ep are still somewhat available.There have been different incarnations of the New Ben Franklins, but one constant remains: The intensity of David DeVoe's songwriting and emotional guitar playing. DeVoe has also been a member of seminal Denver punk bands, as well as the guitarist and producer for industrial music giant Fiction 8.

Group Members David DeVoe: Vocals, guitar"Furious" George Edwards: Drums, percussionAndy Harris: BassSteve Bashor:GuitarDave Nellis: Bass

Albums Blake e.p., No Songs For Christine e.p., Deaf Child Blind super e.p.

Press Reviews Westword magazine heralded the New Ben Franklins for their solid songwriting and emotional fervor. The Denver music scene has always been appreciative of the fine songwriting of David DeVoe.

Additional Info There are numerous compilation appearances by the band, including tributes to Ride and the Catherine Wheel

Location Denver, Colorado - USA

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