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Episode 44: Ben Ransom
Our guest today is Ben Ransom
Born and raised in Sydney, Ben Ransom, started playing guitar and writing songs at the age of fifteen.
Growing up, he was constantly exposed to a broad range of music that strongly influences his own original writing style. It has allowed Ben to draw the listener in on many different levels and connect in a more personal way.
In 1999, Ben left Australia to spend time in Europe, essentially to hone his skills and develop his musical style. He cut his teeth in the heart of London’s West End with a permanent residency in one of the most happening venues at the time.
Ben’s down-to-earth personality and ability to deliver live saw him become one of the hottest, most sought-after artists in that scene, bringing “the spirit of a B&S Ball to the heart of London”.
Ben toured extensively throughout the UK and Europe before returning to Australia where his passion in music held root.
In 2010, Ben completed his first album, “The Long Way”.
The first single, “Bourbon & Sunsets”, was a runaway hit – peaking at #2 on the Hot Country Top 50 chart and as a solid performer on the CMC Top 50.
In 2012 he was a finalist in the coveted Toyota Star Maker competition and completed the album, “Slow Burn”, with Matt Fell and Glen Hannah.
The first single, “Truck Stop Honey”, received national airplay and earned him a nomination for Contemporary Song of The Year at the TSA Awards.
The album was released in 2013 to rave reviews and continued to produce hit singles in the form of “Big Country Sky” and “You’re On The Top of My To-Do List”.
Ben has been named a finalist at the 2013 Southern Stars Awards for Best Male Artist and Best New Talent.
In October 2013, Ben was introduced to international hitmaker and multi-million record selling producer, Rob E.G. Porter. This resulted in the collaboration on the Jackson Browne classic, “Somebody’s Baby”.
Released under Porters’ famous Wizard record label, the track was launched at the 2014 Country Music Festival and entered the charts at #10.
In 2017 Ben joined Country Rocks Records as their first signed artist to their newly formed label.
Earlier in the year he performed daily in the main arena at the 2017 Sydney Royal Easter Show and had the pleasure of supporting iconic artists including Jon Stevens, 1927, and James Blundell.
January 2018 saw the release of the album – “101”
Ben has gone on to play every major country music festival in Australia and was selected as an opening performer for US superstar, Tim McGraw, at the Deni Ute Muster.
One thing is for certain, Ben Ransom is the real deal and is destined for very big things.
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By Enrico CrosinaOur guest today is Ben Ransom
Born and raised in Sydney, Ben Ransom, started playing guitar and writing songs at the age of fifteen.
Growing up, he was constantly exposed to a broad range of music that strongly influences his own original writing style. It has allowed Ben to draw the listener in on many different levels and connect in a more personal way.
In 1999, Ben left Australia to spend time in Europe, essentially to hone his skills and develop his musical style. He cut his teeth in the heart of London’s West End with a permanent residency in one of the most happening venues at the time.
Ben’s down-to-earth personality and ability to deliver live saw him become one of the hottest, most sought-after artists in that scene, bringing “the spirit of a B&S Ball to the heart of London”.
Ben toured extensively throughout the UK and Europe before returning to Australia where his passion in music held root.
In 2010, Ben completed his first album, “The Long Way”.
The first single, “Bourbon & Sunsets”, was a runaway hit – peaking at #2 on the Hot Country Top 50 chart and as a solid performer on the CMC Top 50.
In 2012 he was a finalist in the coveted Toyota Star Maker competition and completed the album, “Slow Burn”, with Matt Fell and Glen Hannah.
The first single, “Truck Stop Honey”, received national airplay and earned him a nomination for Contemporary Song of The Year at the TSA Awards.
The album was released in 2013 to rave reviews and continued to produce hit singles in the form of “Big Country Sky” and “You’re On The Top of My To-Do List”.
Ben has been named a finalist at the 2013 Southern Stars Awards for Best Male Artist and Best New Talent.
In October 2013, Ben was introduced to international hitmaker and multi-million record selling producer, Rob E.G. Porter. This resulted in the collaboration on the Jackson Browne classic, “Somebody’s Baby”.
Released under Porters’ famous Wizard record label, the track was launched at the 2014 Country Music Festival and entered the charts at #10.
In 2017 Ben joined Country Rocks Records as their first signed artist to their newly formed label.
Earlier in the year he performed daily in the main arena at the 2017 Sydney Royal Easter Show and had the pleasure of supporting iconic artists including Jon Stevens, 1927, and James Blundell.
January 2018 saw the release of the album – “101”
Ben has gone on to play every major country music festival in Australia and was selected as an opening performer for US superstar, Tim McGraw, at the Deni Ute Muster.
One thing is for certain, Ben Ransom is the real deal and is destined for very big things.