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Benjamin Dewey

Lately I Prefer a Darkened Room

About Me


In the Summer of 2005 I relocated to the Northwest based on the advice of my favorite musician; Kelly Joe Phelps , who suggested Portland in a conversation we had. I am fueled by an unrelenting self criticism but emerging slowly from a self imposed cocoon of creative isolation, which became necessary after a near-nervous breakdown/identity crisis. I used to play pre-war blues music and now I play what I write. Occasionally the odd cover of Fred McDowell or Son House will slip through the cracks and into the Microphone but seldom is the watchword...
I have opened for Robben Ford, John Hammond Jr., Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Robinella, Ryan Montbleau, The Believers and Kelly Joe Phelps
Get this video and more at MySpace.com
A Shadow of myself-on New Years 2005/2006
A life as a creative-musician is the ultimate goal and it is my hope that this rarified, Northwestern air will be the catalyst for such a future.
If you like what I do please tell your friends about it
I have a demo recording availible (with a full length album on the way.) If you are interested in a hard copy you can give me an address and I'll send you one. You can send a message to me via myspace with "Demo Recording" or "Address" in the subject heading. Written requests for a recording, other correspondence and donations are accepted (Address availible via email exchange.) Downloads will be made availible very soon
Find more of my songs posted HERE
If you are openly racist or a bigot I cannot/will not accept your friend request. This also hold true for people who have their profile set to 'private' unless you send me a message that confirms your intent. I do read the profiles of people who message me or make friendship requests and I try to write back when I can find a minute or two.
I also draw comics and flyers-some can be seen in my pictures section but you should also check out MELEE COMICS if you are interested in my artwork
En Francais
Bienvenue à mon profil. J'apprécie votre bonne volonté d'écouter ma musique. Je vis pour jouer : Je la fais pour l'amour de l'art et de l'instrument. Dites vos amis de m'étudier si vous aimez ce que vous entendez.
En Espanol
Bienvenido a mi perfil. Aprecio tu interes por escuchar mi música.Vivo para tocar. Lo hago por mi amor hacia el arte y el instrumento. Si realmente te gusta lo que has escuchado, por favor, comunicaselo a tus amigos.
Auf Deutsch
Willkommen auf meinem Profil. Ich schaetze es sehr, dass sie sich meine Musik anhoeren und vielleicht zu schaetzen wissen. Ich mache sie aus Liebe zur Kunst und zum Instrument. Wenn sie meine Musik moegen, empfehlen sie mich doch bitte weiter an ihre Freunde.
In Italiano
Benvenuto al mio profilo. Apprezzo la vostra compiacenza ascoltare la mia musica. Vivo per giocare. La faccio per l'amore dell'arte e dello strumento. Dica ai vostri amici di studiarlo se gradite che cosa vi sentite.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 2/8/2005
Band Website: Coming Soon
Band Members: BEN DEWEY-Guitar, Lapsteel, Banjo, Mandolin & Vocals
Influences: Alana Lynn

Ben Harper
The Black Keys
Blind Willie Johnson
Brandi Carlile
Brandon Chandler
Bukka White

Chris Smither
Chris Whitley

Doc Watson
Doyle Bramhall II

Elliot Smith
Eric Clapton

Fiona Apple
Fred McDowell

Gillian Welch (& David Rawlings)
Greg Liesz

Inara George

Jeff Buckley
Jeremy Bleich
Jerry Douglas
Joe Satriani
John Mayer
Jolie Holland
Jonny Lang
Joshua Smith

Kelly Joe Phelps
Kevin McCarthy

Lamb Of God
Lyle Lovett

Mance Lipscomb
Mark Knopfler
Mark Kozeleck
Martin Sexton
Mastodon
Meshuggah
Mississippi John Hurt
Motorhead

Neko Case
Nick Drake

Pantera (Dimebag Darrell)
Paul Pena

Ray Lamontagne
Reverend Gary Davis
Ricky Skaggs
Rob Ickes
Robert Pete Williams
Roscoe Holcomb
The Ruffin Brothers (David & Jimmy)
Rufus Wainwright
Ryan Montbleau

Samuel Beam (Iron &Wine)
Sam Cooke
Scott Barkan
Sean Hayes
Skip James
Slash
Slipknot
Son House
Sonny Landreth

Tommy Johnson
Tony Rice
Townes Van Zandt

The Vaughan Brothers (Jimmie & Stevie Ray)

Warren Haynes
Sounds Like: At my best: Kelly Joe Phelps/Sam Cooke/Tom Waits, if that isn't too immodest

At my worst disorganized and unprofessional
Record Label: Recorded/Produced by Jerry Becker
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Jeff Healey

I was informed today, sadly, of a tradgedy: Jeff Healey died. It makes me really sad in part because the first time I sang in public, I was performing a Jeff Healey song. I like his playing and the un...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:50:00 PST

Sinus Explosion/Lessons

I am at the end (hopefully) of what has been an education in what availible palette of colors the human body can render in muccucs. I know that sounds gross but I actually know what it is like to snee...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:50:00 PST

Broken Computer

I am at my girlfriend's cousin/ My buddy Bobby's house practicing for his grandfathers funeral. If that is a confusing sentence, know that it is emblematic of the last few weeks. In short my computer ...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Sat, 26 Jan 2008 11:11:00 PST

Waiting For A Train

The release of my record is delayed somewhat by the success of my friend/producer Jerry Becker. He is out on the road with the singer from 'Train' doing a promo tour for that fella's solo record. In t...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Tue, 16 Oct 2007 10:27:00 PST

Demos Mailed Out!

To all who requested demos; I mailed them last week. If you got your CD please drop me a line and let me know what you think. If you put in a request for a demo and didn't recieve one please remind me...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Tue, 11 Sep 2007 10:35:00 PST

Success in San Fran

Hello All, I just returned from my recording trip to SF and it was well worth the time and money. I recorded 23 songs in about 3 days time and played 3 shows with my good buddies Friendship First and ...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Wed, 25 Jul 2007 12:04:00 PST

Album Tracks

These are the songs I'm currently considering for inclusion on the recording I'll be starting in less than a week. The first list is all my originals. The second is a collection of covers that I'd lik...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Mon, 09 Jul 2007 09:53:00 PST

Some Changes, Some New Songs

Hello All, I am finalizing the recording dates that I thought were set in stone but some scheduling things have pushed it forward a few weeks to include the talents of my dear friend Josh. In the mean...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Wed, 04 Apr 2007 05:48:00 PST

Recording Dates Finalized!

To all who are waiting: Thank you for your patience.I just talked to my friend Jerry-he has agreed to produce, record, mix and master my record. The first week of June is the date for the recording se...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Wed, 28 Mar 2007 11:26:00 PST

Apathy-town USA

Just returning from the "gig" at Macadam's Bar and Grill and I'm wondering once again why one would got to the trouble of leaving the house. I get the impression that Matt Vrba is a very nice guy from...
Posted by Benjamin Dewey on Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:54:00 PST