Ben was born in Pittsburgh during the summer of 1983 (the year Roxy Music disbanded).  He has since inhabited Chicago, New York, and several Virginia cities including Richmond, where he prefers to spend the majority of his time.  His interest in music sparked at age three when he began taking piano lessons.  A passion for theatre and film would soon follow; he was known for acting in high school and college productions while focusing on the independent film scene in Richmond.  Nowadays, you're likely to catch him at a bar in the Fan or commuting to Fredericksburg where he works as a high school teacher/behavior specialist.  Ben enjoys a variety of music - some longtime favorite musicians/bands include: Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, the Doors, the Isley Brothers, Buddy Guy, Tom Petty, David Bowie, and George Clinton.