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You probably know Alec Benjamin from his viral 2018 song Let Me Down Slowly, which reached No. 79 on
Billboard's
charts and which was certified platinum in 2019. With two published albums and a strong catalog of singles, this young Phoenix-based artist has plenty of amazing songs to share. Benjamin is a great example of a self-made musician, and fans say that his live performances are just as captivating as his recordings.
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Alec Benjamin learned to play guitar to impress a girl. The crush didn't work out, but Benjamin found an entirely new love in the creation of music. After a deal with Columbia Records fell through, Alec Benjamin started self-publishing his music on YouTube. His first single, Paper Crowns, saw instant success. Benjamin didn't let a small amount of popularity sate his need for success; instead, he worked hard to get small gigs and online attention. It all paid off when Merrik Hanna, a contestant on
America's Got Talent
, used Benjamin's I Built a Friend as the background music for his audition. Benjamin climbed up the iTunes charts, and Atlantic Records signed him in early 2018. Benjamin now has an international platform for his music; he's toured across the states, has traveled to London and has become one of Spotify's most-streamed artists.
''There's nothing quite like the thrill of watching an up-and-coming artist perform. Get your tickets for Alec Benjamin's next show at StubHub.'
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Alec Benjamin has a packed tour schedule; he's been steadily on the road since he signed with Atlantic Records in 2018. Major venues included the Larimer Lounge in Denver, the
Roxy Theater
in Los Angeles, Blue Shell in Germany and the Borderline in London. His 2019 schedule includes several music festivals across the United States and a trip to Europe in November.
''Alec Benjamin is touring through all of 2019 to share his music and to promote his most recent single, Jesus in LA. His US stops include Los Angeles and New York City. After that, he's off to Europe in November to play in Amsterdam, Milan and London. You can find added dates and future tours at StubHub.'
'Alec Benjamin writes unique pop ballads with sweet rhymes and a nostalgic vibe. His youthful and innocent voice sounds out in stark contrast with the difficult emotions that his songs cover. Benjamin is both a singer and a guitarist; his songs feature soaring acoustic riffs that help bring the listener into his melancholy yet hopeful world.'
'Alec Benjamin is a solo act and stands in the center of the stage with nothing but a guitar and his voice. A backup drummer and keyboardist hide in the shadows to add volume to his work. Fans typically know the lyrics to many of his songs and sing along during the choruses. The energy at an Alec Benjamin show is joyful and enthusiastic as his songs promote a feeling of connection.'
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By far, Alec Benjamin's most popular track is the viral hit Let Me Down Slowly. He released a duet version of the song in 2019 that featured the vocals of
Alessia Cara
. Other Benjamin songs worth listening to are Paper Crowns, Boy in the Bubble and If We Have Each Other. New fans should also check out Alec Benjamin's 2018 album
Narrated for You
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