Dlugokecki
Ben Dlugokecki (pronounced- Der-loo-go-ken-ski) is an extraordinarily talented singer/ songwriter based in Southampton England. Still just 22 his beautifully crafted songs and superb voice surpass many more experienced and feted performers. With a wide range of influences from Paul Simon and James Taylor through to modern acts such as Elbow and Blur, His songs range from gentle Piano and Guitar based ballads to epic, emotional upbeat songs all with a broad appeal.
After recording 4 self produced albums at home Ben entered Power FMs songwriter of the South competition at the end of 2002 through which he came to the attention of producer Neil Kerr. He has since signed a production deal with Off The Wharf Productions, a music production company co-owned by Neil and award winning producer Mark Hill (Artful Dodger/ Craig David). They are currently working on an e.p. to be released in January2005.
He's Recently put a live band together and has so far played venues across the South of England, the highlight being an ASCAP showcase at the Camden Barfly. In the last four months Ben has reached the final 8 of the 'Sennheiser Best Unsigned Artist Contest 2004' out of 1,000 entries, is artist of the month on the 'Musician's Channel' , has had music played on Channel 4's hit Ny/Lon and recently supported lu lu on her world tour
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Jo Comb
When is the Christmas gig at the Talking Heads
denise long
Saw Ben and Maria today on Sally Taylor show Radio Solent and thought they were great. I'd like to find out more information.