Singer-songwriter Ben Westwood grew up in East Sussex, and began writing songs as a teenager and studied music in London.

 

Ben has made two albums released to critical acclaim. His latest Coming up for air includes bluesy pop-rock single Lady of the river, which has chalked up over 15k video hits and tells the story of an obsessive love affair. Lady of the river is backed by Howling, an upbeat song with a jazz-rock feel, commenting on the craziness of the world at present. The album’s upbeat feel mixes jazz and blues with pop and rock, and even draws on Caribbean and latin sounds.

 

Ben’s 2017 album Sing Like Your Life Depends On It chronicled his struggles as a widowed single father after the death of his wife Carolina. Described as “alternative pop with a spiritual heart”, the album blended emotive lyrics, driving rhythms and strong melodies. Highlights included the single Falling and soulful songs Time, heal me and Hold me til it hurts.

 

Ben has received a commendation in an international songwriting contest and has played on radio stations and at venues across the south-east, including the Brighton Dome and Ronnie Scott’s.