Ben Rice
Blues Guitar Soul
Ben Rice, an award-winning guitarist and vocalist, delivers a powerful blend of blues, soul, and roots music with soulful vocals and dynamic guitar solos. His performances are celebrated for their authenticity and high-energy delivery.
About
Portland, Oregon native Ben Rice is a highly acclaimed guitarist and vocalist, widely recognized for his captivating performances in blues, R&B, and Americana genres. He achieved national prominence as the winner of the 2020 International Blues Challenge, showcasing his deep musicality and a commanding stage presence. Rice actively tours, sharing his vibrant and expressive music with audiences.
Music Style
Rice's musical style is deeply rooted in the blues tradition, characterized by his expressive, fluid guitar work and gritty, soulful vocals. While primarily celebrated as a blues and soul artist, his improvisational approach and sophisticated harmonic choices occasionally reveal a jazz sensibility within his arrangements and solos.
Background
- Hometown
- Portland, Oregon
- Instruments
- guitar, vocals
- Active
- 2010s-present
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