Welcome to the music that is Ben Wells and The Middle Names. We play tunes that make people happy. We have been playing music to the people of Tasmania for about a year now, as well as gigs in NSW. After releasing our debut album "Best Friends and Dead ends" our music has matured, adding a second guitar (Nick Probin) as well as drums to multiple tracks (Josh Troy). With Josh departing the band, we acquired a new Drummer and Percussionist - in Declan Hogan.
If asked to describe our music we would say it is an Indie/Folk/rock kinda sound, we have a side that tells a story and a side that makes you just wanna get up and dance. Nicko's voice is soft and soothing, complementing the lead vocals perfectly, with Deccy's precussion setting the mood in each song. Ben's vocals have been described as "Jeff Buckly esque..."
We are busy recording our second album "BRANCHES" which is due out at the end of this year! The album again is being recorded at new an improved Just JamminStudio's and being produced by michael V. The first album is available from Cdbaby, iTunes and Napster. As well as your local record store.
Our music has been appreciated recommended by artists such as Lior, Angus and Julia Stone, Holly Throsby, Brian Richie and Darren Hanlon.
You can request any song off the new album on Edge Radio - 99.3 FM (0427 334 336), Hobart's 101.7 HOFM, Downunda Thunda Radio and Coast FM Radio and mornings with Tim Cox on ABC radio. You can also request previous interviews from Edge Radio.
Feel free to comment if you like what you hear
or contact us on 0439242696, or 0407353933. We hope you enjoy the music...
Peace Ben, Nick and Dec
