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BenBen and Lily Desmond Set Sail on the “Leaky Ship” Adventure

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2 years ago

May 7, 2024

Ahoy, fellow wanderers of the indie music seas! Prepare to embark on a voyage with musical maestro, BenBen, as he unveils his latest masterpiece, “Leaky Ship”. Anchored by BenBen’s unmistakable high-tenor voice and infused with the enchanting melodies and vocals of violin virtuoso Lily Desmond, “Leaky Ship” promises to whisk listeners away to uncharted territories of sound and emotion.

But wait, before we set sail, let’s take a moment to bask in the glory of BenBen’s musical legacy. Hailed by Stereogum as a maverick of the indie rock landscape, BenBen has been crafting deluxe, swirling indie odes that mine Beatles-y textures and songs dense with instrumentation. Imagine the raw energy of Soundgarden and Radiohead colliding with the soulful allure of Michael Jackson, and you’ll begin to grasp the essence of BenBen’s genre-bending sound.

His debut solo LP, “Sincere Gifts“, released to critical acclaim, showcased BenBen’s prowess as a songwriter and performer, earning him a devoted following in the indie art rock scene. Now, with “Leaky Ship” as the lead single off his upcoming collaborative EP, ‘White Elephant’, BenBen invites us to join him on a musical odyssey filled with wonder and introspection.

Inspired by the beauty found amidst chaos, “Leaky Ship” urge listeners to find hope even in the face of adversity, BenBen delivers a message of empathy and understanding, reminding us to extend kindness even to those who have lost their way.

So, dear music enthusiasts, prepare to hoist the sails and set course for adventure with BenBen and Lily Desmond at the helm. “Leaky Ship” marks the beginning of a new chapter in BenBen’s artistic evolution.

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Rocky Kramer’s Rock & Roll Tuesdays Presents “Loud & Proud” On Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 7 PM PT on Twitch

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11 hours ago

June 7, 2026

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Rocky Kramer will be hosting “Loud & Proud” on this week’s episode of Rocky Kramer’s Rock & Roll Tuesdays on Twitch. Tune into Twitch on Tuesday, June 9^th, 2026 at 7 PM PT for this amazing show.

Rocky Kramer is a guitar virtuoso, often being compared to the greatest guitar players in the world. Rocky has performed on shows with some of the greatest musicians on the planet including Ozzy Osbourne, John Lodge, Steve Vai, Leland Sklar, Kenny Aronoff, Tommy James, Verdeen White, Ten Years After, BuckCherry, Rick Wakeman and more.

Rocky’s first studio album, “Firestorm” is now available worldwide through Allied Artists Music Group, together with an epic music video of his #1 Global DRT Chart topper single, “Rock Star”, that also picked up a Best Rock Performance nod at the 2019 Hollywood Music In Media Awards (“HMMA”).

Rocky Kramer recently returned to the studio to record his sophomore album “Alone In The Rain” which will be released soon!!!

Rocky Kramer was recently cast in The Mutt Productions/ Allied Artists rock n’ roll time travel comedy adventure “Rockin’ In Time” where he will play the film’s lead character, Lars Olsen. The film is being directed by Aaron Lee Lopez (of the “Teenage Girl” franchise) and is being produced by multi-platinum and six-time Grammy Award winning musician turned motion picture producer, Kurt Wipfli.

Rocky Kramer is now the new lead guitarist in Prescott Niles’ new revival of the legendary band The Knack. Known worldwide for their smash hit “My Sharona,” The Knack helped define the sound of late-1970s power pop and rock. Decades later, the band’s influence continues to resonate with fans and musicians across generations. With Rocky Kramer now joining the lineup, the band is poised to introduce that legacy to a new era of audiences while honoring the spirit that made them legendary.

Watch Rocky Kramer’s “Rock Star” Music Video here: