18/12/2024
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Fireside Sessions is an acoustic club that showcases the best in acoustic acts, always inside by the fire in the bar, always free admission, and is proud to welcome back for another Fireside Session Ben Reel. Since releasing his debut album This Is the Movie in 1999, Ben has consistently reinvented his sound, blending influences from folk, soul, reggae, rock, and jazz. Critics compare his style to icons like John Hiatt, Dylan, and the Band, while others have dubbed him the Irish Springsteen, but with a voice and artistry uniquely his own.
Over a 25-year solo career, Ben has earned global acclaim, with appearances on major platforms like BBC, RTE, and Dutch NPO Radio. He’s shared the stage with legends like Jools Holland and The Cranberries and collaborated with artists such as Hal Ketchum, David Olney, and Nanci Griffiths.
In 2020, Ben released his 9th album, The Nashville Calling, produced by Will Kimbrough and Tommy Womack, featuring E Street Band’s Garry W. Tallent on bass. Recorded in Nashville, the album topped the Euro Americana charts and marked a career milestone.
Ben has performed at iconic venues like the Bluebird Café and toured extensively, including with Tommy Womack and Eric Andersen. He’s headlined renowned festivals such as Jamming@Hippie Jacks (USA), Haarlem Jazz (NL), and Electric Picnic (IE). With a loyal international fan base, Ben Reel remains a tireless troubadour and a vital presence on the global music scene.
Show starts 9pm and, as always for Fireside Sessions, admission is FREE!