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Ben's new solo single, "Singing River Blues," brings a fresh perspective to the Americana, Country Blues scene. The innovative new track combines a deep authenticity with a modern twist that truly speaks to listeners. The song tells the story of Killen's musical journey from Alabama to New York, inspired by legendary blues greats like W.C. Handy, Howlin' Wolf and Muddy Waters. Proceeds from the single will support efforts to secure fair wages for artists, showing a commitment beyond just music.
The Grand Prospect
The Grand Prospect is a 5-piece Americana band based in Brooklyn, NYC that Ben recorded & released two albums with in the early 2000's: The Grand Prospect (2012) and Easy Way Out (2018)
Easy Way Out
the Grand Prospect
"Easy Way Out" is a Country & Americana EP and title track released on February 2, 2018, by the Brooklyn-Based musical group, The Grand Prospect. The 20-minute EP features 5 songs, including "I Saw the Devil Last Night," "Has My Love Gone Away?," "Help Me Try" (featuring Tori Turner), and "151"
The Grand Prospect
the Grand Prospect
"The Grand Prospect" by The Grand Prospect is a 10-track folk/indie album released originally on Bandcamp, featuring songs like "Evelina" and "Dancing Shoes". It is not related to the famous Brooklyn banquet hall, which Read more
"The Grand Prospect" by The Grand Prospect is a 10-track folk/indie album released originally on Bandcamp, featuring songs like "Evelina" and "Dancing Shoes". It is not related to the famous Brooklyn banquet hall, which was demolished in 2022. The album includes 10 original songs 36 minutes of music, available for streaming and digital download.
Proud Pair of Theives
Proud Pair of Thieves is a NYC-based Independent Folk Duo (then Trio) featuring Jay Stricklin, Ben Killen & Danny Reisbick who were actively recording and performing throughout NYC through 2017.
Mighty Snare (EP)
Proud Pair of Thieves
These recordings were mostly completed by 2015. All self-recorded mixed and mastered by members of the group. But unfortunately, Mighty Snare (EP) has never seen formal release, but not to worry, you can stream it anytime Read more
These recordings were mostly completed by 2015. All self-recorded mixed and mastered by members of the group. But unfortunately, Mighty Snare (EP) has never seen formal release, but not to worry, you can stream it anytime via Soundcloud at: https://soundcloud.com/proud-pair-of-thieves Album and On-disc Artwork by Ben Killen, CD Jacket photography by Abraham Rowe.
From liner notes: WE THREE THIEVES ARE: JAY STRICKLIN ON LEAD VOCALS, GUITAR, HARMONICA & PERCUSSION; DANNY REISBICK ON UPRIGHT BASS; BEN KILLEN ON BANJO, HARMONY VOCALS & ACCORDION. ALL SONGS © PROUD PAIR OF THIEVES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. RECORDED AT EL BARRIO STUDIOS IN SPANISH HARLEM, NYC & JURY STUDIOS IN BROOKLYN, NY. PRODUCED, MIXED & ENGINEERED BY JAY STRICKLIN. ADDITIONAL ENGINEERING BY BEN KILLEN. ART DIRECTION BY BEN KILLEN.