Ben Reel

Ireland

Irish troubadour Ben Reel returns in 2026 with his 12th studio album "Spirit’s Not Broken". In a world marked by war, division, and uncertainty, the record carries a timeless message: hope, resilience, and above all, love.
Musically, the album infuses raw rock energy into soulful, R&B grooves, echoing the spirit of Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Van Morrison and Sting. It’s a journey that blends grit with grace, reinforcing Ben’s reputation as one of Ireland’s most versatile and enduring songwriters.
Since launching his solo career in 1999 with This Is the Movie, Ben has carved a distinctive path through rock, folk, soul, and Americana. Critics have compared him to John Hiatt, Roy Orbison, even dubbing him “the Irish Springsteen,” yet his sound remains unmistakably his own.
Across a solo career spanning more than 25 years, Ben has released a string of acclaimed albums, including The Nashville Calling (2020), recorded with Will Kimbrough and featuring E Street Band’s Garry W. Tallent, which topped the Euro Americana Chart. His most recent records, Locked in & Live (2022) and Come a Long Way (2023), cemented his reputation as a fearless and ever-evolving artist.
Ben has performed on BBC, RTÉ, Dutch NPO Radio, toured internationally, and shared stages with artists like Jools Holland, The Cranberries, Nanci Griffith, Eric Andersen & David Olney. With a loyal international fan base and tireless work ethic, Ben Reel remains one of Ireland’s most enduring troubadours.