Ben Reneer

ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC the week featuring BEN RENEER on the deck at the Irving Theater Monday September 8 (and every Monday night) 7:00p to 10:00p FREE All Ages [LOCAL MUSICIANS] [ORIGINAL MUSIC] [PLAY OR LISTEN] Acoustic Open Mic is an open stage featuring local and regional artists held every Monday during the Summer on the deck at the Irving Theater and inside the Irving Theater all Winter long or as weather may not permit us to be outside. The format is original acoustic music. Performers are allowed about 10 minute or 3-4 songs to perform depending on the number of musicians wishing to perform. There is no fee. Come enjoy original music from local and regional musicians. On occasion we feature traveling musicians. This week we feature Phoenix-based singer/songwriters Ben Reneer with a set at about 8:00p. ABOUT BEN Ben Reneer is a self-produced indie-folk singer and songwriter based in Phoenix, Arizona. Raised in the majestic Rockies of Utah, his songs make use of natural imagery and evoke introspection. He credits Peter Gabriel, Coldplay, and Pete Yorn with shaping his early appreciation for melodic storytelling. More current influences include Gregory Alan Isakov, Ryan (not Bryan) Adams, and Donovan Woods. Although Ben passionately resisted his childhood piano lessons, his mother's persistence paid off; he may have won some battles, but she won the war. This passion eventually transformed into a sincere appreciation and discovery of a genuine love for composition and performance. In college, Ben studied industrial design, and now brings that background to his studio work - synthesizing a technical mindset with creative production. With nearly 100 original tracks on Spotify, Ben’s music has earned attention from television producers, including placements of his songs “27 Years,” “Swallow,” and “Off My Mind” in Showtime’s Shameless and ABC’s The Good Doctor. He released a 12-track album on October 25, 2024, and more songs are on the way. Industry professionals seeking an artist whose live sets resonate with reflective storytelling and captivating melodies will find Ben a strong addition to upcoming lineups.