I’m a musician and my mission is to create experiences to grow a greater sense of togetherness.
About
Over the last two decades, Kentuckian Ben Sollee has distinguished himself as multi-faceted creative, blurring the lines between music, tech, and activism. A graduate of the Univeristy of Louisville School of Music, he holds a BFA in cello performance. Since his debut record in 2008, Mr. Sollee has released 6 studio records and nearly 10 EPs garnering praise from the New York Times and NPR. His music has been featured in tv shows such as Weeds and Parenthood. In addition, Sollee has a growing career as a composer for film, tv, and interactive media earning a Emmy Award in 2018 for his score on the ABC special Base Ballet. Beyond music, Mr. Sollee is known for his social and environmental advocacy working with organizations like Oxfam America, The Nature Conservancy, and Canopy KY to protect people and the land. He currently lives in Louisville, KY with his wife and three children.
WORK
Land
Ben Sollee has teamed up with the string trio Time for Three to score the breathtaking drama Land. The film marks the directorial debut of actress Robin Wright who also stars in the movie, alongside Demián Bichir and Kim Dickens. The movie centers on a cosmopolitan lawyer who is consumed by grief after enduring a personal tragedy and feels her only escape is to disappear from her life and live completely apart from the rest of humanity. Jesse Chatham and Erin Dignam (The Yellow Handkerchief, Submergence) wrote the screenplay. Allyn Stewart (Sully, Madeline), Lora Kennedy, Leah Holzer (A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood) and Peter Saraf (Little Miss Sunshine, The Farewell) are producing the project. Sollee has previously scored several movies, including the 2013 documentary Maidentrip and the 2017 drama Beauty Mark. Land was released in theaters on February 12, 2021 by Focus Features.
Kentucky Native
Sollee’s 6th studio album, Kentucky Native breathes new life into the practice of bluegrass music. Recorded in a lakeside cabin in 2017, producer Alex Krispin and Sollee blend together influences from Kentucky’s more recent immigrants.
Ruth
Music composed and performed for RUTH Dancebook by Keoni & Mari.
Slow Flow
Songwriting
Albums, Singles, and Lyrics.
Screen
Film, TV, and Games.
Stage
Theatre and Dance.
Experiential
Virtual reality and Environmental.
Social Impact
I’m working to grow a greater sense of togetherness through events, multi-media productions, and educational workshops that address loneliness, improve health and nurture creativity.
~ben
Upcoming Performances
Friday Night Live
@ Casa Sollee
Given the current state of affairs surrounding the world health crisis many musicians including myself have turned to live streaming as a way to connect with fans. Please join me every Friday at 8pmET.
Touring is on pause as the world grapples with the pandemic. Before too long, Ben will be back on the road touring with his band Kentucky Native, as a duo with percussionist Jordon Ellis, and solo. Make sure to follow Ben on socials and subscribe to the newsletter to find out when new shows are added.
