Hailing from Nottingham, UK, Ben Mark Smith is a singer-songwriter known for his emotive storytelling and passionate performances. Drawing comparisons to artists such as Frank Turner, Will Varley, and Damien Rice, Ben has built a strong following with his heartfelt lyrics and distinctive sound.
Over the years, Ben has shared the stage with renowned acts like The Sherlocks, The Undercover Hippy, Miles Hunt (The Wonder Stuff), Talisk, Gecko, and Funkee & The Two Tone Baby. He has also graced the lineups of major festivals including Dot To Dot, Y-Not Festival, Here For The Music, One For The Road and Derby Folk Festival.
His debut single, “Who’s The Girl?”, was met with critical acclaim and quickly became a cult favorite within the local music scene. Following this success, Ben released a string of singles, a Christmas song, and his debut album “Drinking Games,” which received glowing reviews from outlets like LeftLion and airplay on BBC Introducing.
As his audience grew, so did his sound. Forming his backing band, Ben Mark Smith and The Balancing Acts, he expanded his sonic palette and began headlining and selling out venues such as Rough Trade, Running Horse, JT Soars, and Jamcafe.
With new music on the way and an exciting lineup of shows on the horizon, Ben continues to captivate audiences across the UK with his raw, honest songwriting and engaging live performances.
What People Say
“He’s no Rick Astley!”
Mum
“Sounds like the Arctic Monkeys”
NME
“Who?”
General public
Ben Mark Smith 