Ben Mark Smith

Hailing from Nottingham, UK, Ben Mark Smith is a singer-songwriter known for his emotive storytelling and passionate performances. Drawing comparisons to artists such as Frank Turner, Will Varley, and Damien Rice, Ben has built a strong following with his heartfelt lyrics and distinctive sound. Over the years, Ben has shared the stage with renowned acts like The Sherlocks, The Undercover Hippy, Miles Hunt (The Wonder Stuff), Talisk, Gecko, and Funkee & The Two Tone Baby. He has also graced the lineups of major festivals including Dot To Dot, Y-Not Festival, Here For The Music, One For The Road and Derby Folk Festival. His debut single, "Who's The Girl?", was met with critical acclaim and quickly became a cult favorite within the local music scene. Following this success, Ben released a string of singles, a Christmas song, and his debut album "Drinking Games," which received glowing reviews from outlets like LeftLion and airplay on BBC Introducing. Alongside my original music, I am also a proficient covers artist, performing across the UK for over 10 years I perform regularly at pubs, bars, restaurants, private events, festivals, and more, providing a set of well-known covers suited to the environment I'm playing in, whether it's a set of upbeat sing-along songs or a more mellow lounge-style vibe, from the 50s to the present. I have a high-quality Alto PA system, all PAT tested and public liability insurance. Please feel free to check out the little show reel below that I put together myself and get in contact for a quote.