jason bennett: News

Here are a couple of video clips of Jason Bennett playing at the Pikes Peak Center, Studio Bee, on 11/12/09 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkcS1oS9DWs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBb2_7iWQ8I

Jason Bennett's 6th cd, "17 Souvenirs", is finished and in production. The Cd features 15 of his most well-known songs plus one live coffeehouse recording and one brand new song, "Is It Love." An official release date has not been announced but we will keep you posted. There is a strong possibility the album may very well be available BEFORE Christmas! This would make a nice stocking stuffer! Eleven Mile Records will keep you posted on the events surrounding the release.

Jason Bennett will be performing on the streets of Manitou Springs this summer for three performances. On June 19th he will be performing at The Loop (965 Manitou Avenue) from 5-8pm. On Saturday, August 1st he will be at The Spice of Life (727 Manitou Avenue) from 1-4pm. And on Saturday, September 5th he will be playing at The Spice of Life again at 727 Manitou Avenue from 1-4pm. Take a stroll through Manitou Springs this summer. Hope to see you on the Avenue..............

Jason Bennett has been busy laying down tracks for a new song which will be featured on his upcoming compilation cd, "17 Souvenirs". Jason has been working with producer/musician Dan Dameron at the world famous 18th Street Underground recording studio in Colorado Springs. The upcoming cd will feature a new song, new versions of old songs and a live performance as well. The Eleven Mile Records family will keep you posted on the album's progression.

I will be reading a story I wrote called "Me and Lloyd" on KRCC's "Citizen Report" on Thursday, March 19th, 2009 at both 8:50am and again at 4pm on 91.5fm in Colorado Springs. The story discusses the difficulties folksingers have trying to sing over the loud latte' machine at local cofeehouses. If you liked the movie 'Dumb and Dumber' you might want to tune in. Jason Bennett reading "Me and Lloyd" Thursday, March 19, 2009 8:50am and 4pm 91.5 FM-Colorado Springs http://www.krcc.org/

Jason Bennett has begun work on his first compilation cd highlighting 17 of his most well-known songs. "17 Souvenirs" will be available in late 2009 and features a couple new songs plus his most familiar songs from 1998 to 2009. We at Eleven Mile Records will keep you posted on the album's progression. -Elston Gunn President, Eleven Mile Records

Jason Bennett will be one of the featured artists on the Sirius Satellite radio show "The Bob Dylan Radio Hour" hosted by legendary rock journalist and DJ, Michael Tearson. Jason's versions of Dylan's "Let Me Die in my Footsteps" and "Shooting Star" will air on the Sunday, September 28th, 2008 show on Sirius Disorder channel 33 at 7pm Eastern.

Jason's 5th cd, "Slow It Down, Take a Step Back" is now available on Apple I-Tunes. You can get the songs right here:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=278603627

See the music video for Jason's song "Mindchange" on Youtube right here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbxi_A4-ogw

Jason's new album, "Slow It Down, Take a Step Back" is now available. The album is about rain, fog, love, the first hundred miles, too much paperwork, being a daddy and shooting stars. You can buy it right here: http:/www.cdbaby.com/jasonbennett5

Hey folks,

Just got news that six of Jason's songs have been in regular rotation on the great Beargrass Radio station. SNAP MY FINGERS, STORMY WEATHER COMING DOWN, GOODNIGHT SUZANNE, FAREWELL EMILY, WITHOUT THE MOON AND THIS OLD BOAT AND ME have been played on an almost daily basis. Check out this great station and you will hear some really cool indie stuff that is not played on the corporate vomit machine that is commercial radio. You can check it out here: http://www.live365.com/stations/murphyrods

Jason Bennett, Dan Dameron and Rich Currier have finished recording Jason's 5th cd, 'Slow It Down, Take a Step Back'. The album features nine original Bennett songs and one Bob Dylan cover. Eleven Mile Records is hoping for a late fall/early winter release. Keep it tuned right here to www.bennettfolk.com for all the updates.

You can hear a glimpse of the new album at Jason's myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/bennettfolk
Hear Jason Bennett and Rich Currier perform Jason's original song "The First Hundred Miles". Go check it out.........The album is currently scheduled for a winter 2007 release and will be called "Slow It Down, Take a Step Back."

Jason Bennett is getting closer to wrapping up recording for his upcoming 5th cd. The album is now slated to be titled "Slow It Down, Take A Step Back". Most of the album is being recorded at 18th Street Underground Studios in Colorado Springs. Eleven Mile Records is planning on a winter 2007 release. We'll keep you posted on the progression of "Slow It Down, Take A Step Back".

Elston Gunn
President
Eleven Mile Records

Exciting news for the Bennett family. Our son, Quinn Bennett, made his arrival on 2/7/07 and let me tell ya, the little guy is just as cute as a button. There are a few photos here on the web page so be sure and check out our new little bundle of joy. I will keep you posted on Quinn's debut album, currently slated for a fall 2025 release.

After a busy year of writing, performing and recording, Jason is going to take a little break from the music circuit. Jason has told Eleven Mile Records president Elston Gunn that he is going to focus on becoming a father in a few months. As you know, Jason and Nicole Bennett are expecting the arrival of a son, Quinn, in February. Although Jason won't be performing as much, you can still get a copy of his new cd "Mindchange" which has been very well-received in the folk community and has been enjoying wonderful reviews and radio airplay. Just click on the "buy" icon to get your copy now. Eleven Mile Records will keep you posted on the arrival of the new member of the Bennett family.

All the best,
Eleven Mile Records

Hey folks,
The news is true. Jason and Nicole Bennett are expecting a son, Quinn, in February. We will update you on the arrival of little folksinger Quinn Bennett and post some pics of the little guy when he makes his first appearance. Quinn is already expected to sing some harmony on Jason's next album.

Eleven Mile Records

Jason Bennett's brand new release "Mindchange" has been enjoying some nice press reviews. Click on the "press" icon to read some of the latest reviews.

Eleven Mile Records is pleased to announce the arrival of the new Jason Bennett folk cd, "Mindchange". The album is now available for sale at http://www.cdbaby.com/jasonbennett4 and I will also have plenty of copies for my Friday, September 29th performance at 'It's A Grind Coffeehouse' in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Check my Calendar section for the location and time. I will also have the pleasure to be joined by legendary multi-instrumentalist Rich Currier who will be playing some pedal-steel guitar. It should be a fun night and I hope to see ya there.

Exciting news folks. Jason's brand new full-length studio album "Mindchange" is almost here. Eleven Mile Records is hoping for a tuesday, September 26th release. The album features Bennett on vocals, guitar and harmonica and also features legendary Colorado musicians Rich Currier and Chuck Haas backing Jason in the studio. Jason informed me that "These songs really dig deep. I feel really good about the album and I feel these are some of the strongest songs I have ever written."
We at Eleven Mile Records will keep you updated on the new release of "Mindchange".

Elston Gunn
Eleven Mile Records

The word on the street is that Jason's new folk cd will be called "Mindchange". From what I hear Jason digs deep back to his folk music roots for the recording. Some local musicians lend their hand to the recordings and from what I hear, it sounds really interesting. Jason has almost wrapped up all the recording and is hoping for a fall release. Keep it tuned to bennettfolk.com for all the latest news.

Elston Gunn
Eleven Mile Records
Colorado Springs, CO

Hey friends and fans. Jason's music is now available for all of you I-podders out there. That's right, you can download all three of Jason's albums on Apple I-Tunes. Steve Jobs, Apple Computers, I-Pods. Pretty cool man. Go get the music!!!!!!!!!

Elston Gunn
President
Eleven Mile Records

Rumor on the street is that Jason is preparing to begin recording tracks for his fourth cd. The cd will feature some fine musicians from around the Pikes Peak area and the cd will also feature some cover songs by some of Jason's favorite artists. We at Eleven Mile Records will keep you posted on the album's progression.

Elston Gunn
President
Eleven Mile Records

I have been away from Olympia, Washington now for about 4 months. I must admit, I miss it about every hour. I miss the Olympia harbor. I miss the Olympia Farmers Market. I miss downtown Olympia. I miss the rain. I miss the boats. I miss kayaking in the Boston Harbor Marina. I miss the air. I miss the green. I miss the trees. I miss the Evergreen College campus. I miss KAOS-FM radio. I miss the little town of Shelton. I miss all the wonderful people I met there. I miss the liberal minds who reside there. I could go on forever. Olympia, I miss you................
Jason

Jason Bennett's new solo traditional folk album "Acoustic Harbor" recently came in at #20 on the KAOS-FM CMJ radio charts. Apparently this solo acoustic collection of sad songs has struck a nerve with the listeners and has been getting a lot of attention and airplay as of late. And you can still get your own copy of "Acoustic Harbor" at cdbaby.com.

All the best,
Elston Gunn
Eleven Mile Records
bennettfolk.com