Tristan Bentch

Bio written by Zachary L. Smith-Friend and Brother:Tristans is an American life in the tradition of the darkly comical and sensitive troubadour with a serious dusty road, rural hipster resume. The middle of five children, his big family moved often and broke up along the way-his life since has been characterized by the early mix of pain and movement. Whether playing poker, basketball, or guitar, he is always in flux and pushing forward without hesitation. He projects a sort of Zen-Warrior, at odds with himself but at peace with his anger. Lyrically his music evokes the humor of Dylan's talking blues, but emotionally he carries the influence of his Grunge heroes. Today, Tristan splits his time among family and friends spread among Missouri, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. If he could hold his liquor, you would never find a better friend.