Ben Mitchell: Press

"Let It Ride" is a hard-driving country record: rockabilly, country blues, road rhythms, "new country." Mitchell sings in a baritone growl, half-talking sometimes, softly harmonizing with himself, even in a gentle falsetto.

The tune most likely to hit the country charts is the rockabilly "Mr. Now": "Just call me Mr. Now, I'll see you through the night/ If you see me in the morning, then call me Mr. Right."

Parity: For fans of Marty Robbins, early Elvis, Hank Williams Jr., Toby Keith.

"Let It Ride" ...slow-cookin' country (laced with rock and blues) plus Commander Cody-like ditties....

His musical skills are notable…the subjects he deals with set him apart…

"Peace of Mind" Storytelling-a la Robbins, his greatest influence- abounds on this album…
The album is tight, and the variety of music makes it appealing to a large audience.

With a unique and inviting baritone, Mitchell’s vocal delivery sometimes is reminiscent of Marty Robbins, but more often recalls Elvis, such as on the Bo Diddley-grooved ”Down in Tennessee”….
the well traveled musician displays a knack for the welcome art of storytelling