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Do you still picture him dressed in 1960s fashion, proclaiming himself just a soulman? That’s understandable, considering how this great lover of african american music managed to make all of France vibrate, keeping the timeless magic of Stax, Motown, and similar sounds alive. But that was more than ten years ago. And while Ben will always be proud of that dazzling beginning, he has never wanted to stick to a single formula. His passion for voices, melodies, and captivating grooves has guided his inspired voice on a path entirely his own.

His second album with the brilliant Californian band Monophonics represents a bold tribute to Sinatra and, above all, his natural desire to expand his horizons.

Rich in R&B, hip-hop, and jazz influences, “Addicted To You” opened a new chapter in 2020, also marked by more intimate songwriting. Now, it’s time for him to take full control of his artistic production, and his next chapter will be written on his own label, Enchanté. It begins with a fruitful Jamaican exploration in the album “Red Mango”, a brilliant dive into the deep connections between soul and reggae. Moreover, supported in the studio and on stage by loyal collaborators, Ben continues to refine new compositions and lends his talent to other artists (such as Linda Lee Hopkins) who share his passion for creating music that connects souls.

Without a bow tie or labels, Ben continues to give voice to deep emotions, remaining an integral part of the soundtrack of our lives—especially with “Is It You?”, his latest album.

Guided by a calmer yet equally intense vocal delivery, Ben delivers his sixth and most personal album to date. Spontaneous, acoustic, and recorded live in the studio, it is the result of a bubble of trust created around his beloved live musicians, with whom he records an album for the first time. Under its questioning title, “Is It You?” explores themes of spirituality, driven not by the desire for answers but by the need to rediscover the magic of this life that connects us all.

Thirteen years after his spectacular debut, Ben continues to forge his own path with his label, revealing a unique way of blending raw, heartfelt R&B with the soul-stirring depth of divine soul music.

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