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Benyaro
Acoustic / Soul / Indie

"pleasant has balls..."

BROOKLYN, New York
United States

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Last Login:  7/23/2008
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   Benyaro: General Info
Member Since12/28/2005
Band Websitemyspace.com/benyaro
Band MembersBen Musser
-guitars, voice, drums, wurlitzer
Tucker Yaro
-upright bass, voice
Meg Chamberlin
-voice, tambourine
Scott Claassen
-songwriting

the commonwealth
Doug Finnegan / dobro and guitar
Susan Fuller / violin
Lindy Donia / violin
Al Hicks / drums
Arran Jacobson / photography
Katherine Keltner / photography
InfluencesScott Claassen, Ross Flournoy, Buena Vista Social Club, The Beatles, The Jayhawks, The Eagles, Ray Charles, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, Malcolm Holcombe, Darrell Scott, Paul Simon, and so many more...
Sounds Likemagic...plain and simple

Listen for us on Harris Radio!
Record LabelMohinga Music/CD Baby
Type of LabelIndie





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 24 2008 8:00P
Avogadro’s Number (w/ Grant Sabin!) Fort. Collins, CO
Jul 25 2008 8:00P
Grounds Coffee Laramie, WY
Jul 27 2008 4:00P
CuttyFest (w/ Global Review) Jackson, WY
Jul 29 2008 9:00P
The Roosevelt Grille Sun Valley (Ketchum), ID
Jul 30 2008 6:30P
Papa Hemi’s Hideaway Sun Valley, ID
Aug 1 2008 9:30P
Sean Kelly’s Missoula, MT
Aug 2 2008 8:00P
Liquid Planet Missoula, MT
Aug 3 2008 7:00P
Brooklyn Nights (CANCELED!!) Spokane, WA
Aug 6 2008 7:00P
The Mandolin Cafe Tacoma, WA
Aug 7 2008 10:00P
The Mars Bar (@ Cafe Venus) Seattle, WA
Aug 11 2008 11:00A
KMUN 91.9 Radio - Live "in studio" performance Astoria, OR
Aug 11 2008 8:00P
Voodoo Room Astoria, OR
Aug 13 2008 9:00P
Mississippi Pizza Pub (w/ Vitells Sisters) Portland, OR
Aug 15 2008 8:00P
Old Time Coffee and Chocolates Eureka!, CA
Aug 16 2008 8:00P
Mosgo’s Arcata, CA
Aug 17 2008 8:00P
The Caspar Inn Caspar (Mendocino), CA
Aug 19 2008 7:30P
Last Day Saloon Santa Rosa, CA
Aug 22 2008 8:00P
Axis Cafe San Francisco, CA
Aug 23 2008 6:00P
Rooz Cafe Oakland, CA
Aug 24 2008 8:00P
Beckett’s Berkeley, CA
Aug 28 2008 8:00P
Linnaea’s Cafe San Luis Obispo, CA

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   About Benyaro
Available now at CD Baby

Our new album is available now at CD Baby and iTunes


"The upcoming studio album from this Brooklyn-based acoustic folk/rock/Americana act invites comparisons to the glory days of CSN&Y (mainly due to their heavenly vocal harmonies...)

- Jim Reed - music writer, Connect Savannah (7/07)
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“His (Ben’s) amazing voice is the calling card of Benyaro …acoustic roots/folk songs with much feel, soul and emotion…a comparison to Ray Lamontagne comes to mind…splendid album.”

- Valère Sampermans - music writer, ROOTSTIME (Belgium, 5/08)
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"...not-so-secret weapon is the voice of multi-instrumentalist Ben Musser.....Musser sounds akin to a young Cat Stevens."

- Rick de Yampert - entertainment writer, The Daytona Beach News-Journal (2/08)
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"Relaxed, peaceful, and largely acoustic, benyaro sounds to be born less out of the smoggy subways and more out of the Smoky Mountains."

- Ryan Muldoon - music writer, Richmond Times-Dispatch (2/08)
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"Soft folky pop that grows on you...attractive, acoustic based songs that hark back to seventies soft country rock times...the sound is varied and their harmonies are reminiscent of the likes of Poco."

- Paul Kerr - music writer, Americana UK (1/08)
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"a sophisticated blend of soul, folk and finely executed song craftsmanship, all the way through... There is a lot of energy in the music, it could easily go electric. Musser's playing is finely textured, the songs are well composed, and his voice is a confident vehicle for generally uplifting, pensive lyrics."

- Joel Weickgenant - music writer, Savannah Morning News (2/08)
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"From a truly underground (NYC subway) background, the uniqueness of benyaro, a folk-pop quartet led by Ben Musser and sister, Meg Chamberlin, is the creation of songs with themes of idealism, mountains and stars, and a latent spirituality while keeping to a simple folk-pop format. Older listeners will recall memories of late 60's-early '70's country pop that one might see on TV. "Humble Child" is a fine introduction, with a sound comparable somewhere between a righteous Gram & Emmylou, and Three Dog Night."

- Dan Herman - DJ/podcaster, Radio Crystal Blue (11/07)


Ben Musser and Tucker Yaro met in the spring of 2005. A heavenly match made on Craig's list, they discovered they lived close to one another in Brooklyn, NY, so convenience motivated them to meet. Tucker was moved by the depth of sound Ben created on his four-track. Ben was equally inspired by Tucker’s musical and vocal ability and found it added a new dimension to his material.

Ben worked for a personal manager of recording artists that believed he had a gift. She told him that if he proved he was willing to work for it, she would help. With no draw yet to book gigs the manager suggested they hone their skills on the subway platforms. If they drew crowds consistently, they knew they had something. Drawing crowds came easier than Ben, Tucker or Ben’s boss thought possible. Benyaro quickly became a favorite of the cops on the station beat.

Next, Musser incorporated the strong vocal ability of his sister, Meg Chamberlin. Meg’s voice adds a choir like combo of sweetness and power. She also lends bits of percussion to the live show.

Today you can catch Benyaro filling NYC venues beyond their capacities. Benyaro is receiving accolades for their definable brand of acoustic roots and soul. Benyaro has supported the legendary Malcolm Holcombe in Boston, NYC and in Johnson City. The trio began booking in Austin, Nashville, Atlanta, Chicago, DC, Charlotte, Philly, Richmond, Charlottesville, etc. via word of mouth with no demo to hand to bookers or promoters. They became at once a critic’s pick and a crowd pleaser.

Only a year and a half later Benyaro saved enough money to record their self-titled debut album. It is now available at Benyaro shows, and on CD Baby and iTunes. The project is produced by Ben Musser and features the trio performing material written by Musser and a uniquely gifted LA songwriter, Scott Claassen, who also appears as guest pianist/organist on one tune as well.

Benyaro will tour this winter and spring to promote their debut work. Catch a gig. Enjoy quality live music and pick up this their treasurable CD. Add it to your collection of quality music. You will play it addictively.



Review by Jim Reed-Connect Savannah July 2007




CD Review by Rick de Yampert



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Benyaro's Friends Comments
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Colin Smith





Jul 19 2008 2:01 PM

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Leigh Ann Yost





Jul 16 2008 7:57 PM

was fun in Louisville playing with you. And the shaker in the shoelaces....not that's just plain genious! Have a safe and prosperous trip!
The Fran and Dave Experiment





Jul 15 2008 5:19 AM

Thanks for being our friends - we hope you enjoy our page and blog!

You folks were great at Taylor's; hope you'll be back soon.

F&D
Ebenezer





Jul 10 2008 5:03 PM

Yeah Buddy- Have a great time. I'm looking forward to playing with you in Portlandia!
Anna-cita





Jul 9 2008 10:02 PM

It was so good to see you guys! Carry on..I have faith!
Chelsea Lynn La Bate





Jul 1 2008 11:39 AM

Ben! Happy tour buddy! I'm proud of you.
fruitynut





Jun 30 2008 7:23 PM

Travel safely and have fun! Hope you get enough rest during your hectic tour.

Peace Love and Cheese
Jess King





Jun 25 2008 10:18 AM

hey there, thanks for your note. i'm sorry i wasn't able to make it to your last few rockwood shows. and i have a session scheduled for next monday. no luck! pls keep me posted. great sound, be well and happy touring xo jess
Christabel and the Jons


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Jun 18 2008 1:56 PM

We had a great time at the Baltimore Chop, can't wait to go back! Haven't made it to NY yet, these gas prices may be the death of every small touring folk band. Good luck on the road and send us a note if you're ever coming through Tennessee, we know where to get the best breakfast food.

Cheers,
C
Elizabeth Rose





Jun 17 2008 3:34 PM

Looking forward to our show at the Meadowlark. You guys sound great. We'll show you a good time on Denver July 19th. LIz. Travel well.
WadiRum





Jun 14 2008 9:05 PM

Hey- looking forward to the Meadowlark show. I'm from Jersey originally. It'll be nice to play with east coasters again!
Becky





Jun 2 2008 5:42 PM

Yeah I'm about 3 years behind! Can't wait to see you jam the next time you're in Nova!!
Joshua





May 27 2008 8:23 PM

glad to see that you will be playing in denver this summer. i will surely be in attendance. J
Michelle loves grapefruit.





May 27 2008 7:18 PM

yay! yep doing well here-how are you guys!?
Leigh Ann Yost





May 21 2008 12:40 PM

sure! When?
Lindsey





May 17 2008 6:31 AM

Hey Ben! It was great to see you a few weeks ago, let me know if you plan on coming to Atlanta anytime this year, I would love to see you play again.
Kristen





May 15 2008 12:58 PM

ha thanks! my husband is pretty much obsessed with the song"hes like um have you ever really listened to it, i mean its the perfect song..." ha.he cant wait to catch a show when he gets back from iraq! take care
Kristen





May 15 2008 4:32 AM

yay thanks for bringing feelin low back! its the best!
Diane





May 9 2008 7:30 AM

if you guys come to Easton to play, you are more than welcome to stay at our house (Todd & Diane Elliott)!! Let us know...hope to see you in town soon!
David D2 Derby





May 9 2008 6:15 AM

Hey Hey,

Just dropping in to say Hello. Hope all is well with you, I'm wishing you the best. :)
D2

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Valeria Gallegos, Fiddler Extraordinaire





May 7 2008 8:56 PM

I'm gonna learn madolin! and penny whistle! joy!
RockOnColorado





Apr 30 2008 7:58 PM

Thanks for the add!
David Boone





Apr 30 2008 3:18 PM

Thanks for checkin' out the space!

-James (the percussionist)

www.davidboone.net
Kristen





Apr 25 2008 12:19 PM

im in parkersburg wv right now just havent updated my myspace, maybe i can get dan and becky to meet me at the charleston show!