Don McLean's American Pie LP (until my brother smashed it); Singing harmonies to Chicago 17 in the car with the family; Early ‘80s MTV; Billy Joel’s Cold Spring Harbor; Exploiting the Suzuki piano method; the last chord of "A Day in the Life"; Listening to Samuel Barber’s “Adagio for Strings” on repeat in the dark; The Platoon soundtrack; The life and music of John Lennon; The dying of autumn; My dad’s closed-eyes appreciation of “She’s Always a Woman”; Jessica & Carrie; James Taylor live; “Don’t Let me Down”; Pink Floyd songs that David Gilmore sings; Every girl I ever loved; the musicals of Stephen Sondheim; Christopher Zemliauskas; Thom Yorke’s voice; Radiohead’s transcendent genius; Damien’s Rice’s raw grit; The desire to ring out before my time is up. . . .
A musician from an early age, singer and songwriter Benjamin Costello has always found he best expresses himself through music. His introspective lyrics and complex, emotional melodies reflect his passion as well as his education and musical influences. After receiving a formal music education in piano, voice, and conducting, Benjamin is exploring his own compositional voice as he moves away from genres with a clear divide between performer and composer.
Benjamin rediscovered his love for performing after putting together an acoustic show of songs by his strongest influence, Radiohead. Other influences include Damien Rice, the Beatles, and James Taylor. Benjamin’s captivating performances offer a combination of originals and select covers that speak to him. Each of his selections feature his smooth vocals, described as “hypnotic” and “tender and beautiful,” with piano or guitar accompaniment ranging from delicate and intricate to passionate and powerful. Located in Ithaca, NY, Benjamin plays a variety of venues both locally and in the surrounding area.
Hey Benjamin! I miss you. We haven't talked in like a million years it seems like. I just wanted to drop you a line to let you know I hope you're doing well. =] Billie <3
Hi! Thank you for the add! Your music is very nice...and your voice is so...so..so magic!!! I like it! Suddenly I discovered it today... I was glad to find it! Best wishes to you!!! Larisa from Moldova.
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