Ben Ottewell at Tree House, Frome
About the show
Ben Ottewell is a British musician best known as the gravelly-voiced frontman of the indie rock band Gomez. Born on June 23, 1976, in Chesterfield, England, Ottewell began his musical journey at a young age, inspired by his father’s eclectic record collection. In 1996, he co-founded Gomez with Ian Ball, Tom Gray, Paul Blackburn, and Olly Peacock while studying at university in Sheffield.
Gomez quickly gained attention with their debut album, “Bring It On,” released in 1998,which won the Mercury Music Prize. Ottewell’s distinctive vocals and songwriting contributed to the band’s unique sound, characterized by a blend of blues, folk, and rock elements. The band went on to release several critically acclaimed albums, including”Liquid Skin” (1999) and “In Our Gun” (2002) . Throughout Gomez’s career, Ottewell’s soulful voice and introspective lyrics resonated with fans, earning him a dedicated following.
His solo career saw him exploring a more stripped-down acoustic sound, showcasing his raw talent and emotive storytelling. In 2011, Ottewell released his debut solo album, “Shapes & Shadows,” followed by”Rattlebag” in 2014 and ‘A Man Apart’ in 2017. With a career spanning over 26 years, Ben Ottewell continues to captivate audiences with his powerful performances and evocative songwriting, cementing his legacy as one of the most distinctive voices in British rock music.
Please note this is an 18+ all standing event, and the venue is accessed by stairs with no lift. If you
Featuring - Ben Ottewell
Ben Ottewell is best known as a member of Gomez, a British rock act whose debut album, Bring It On, won the Mercury Music Prize in 1998. Gomez never had a designated frontman - Ottewell, Ian Ball, and Tom Gray all sang, and the band’s albums usually included several vocal performances from each - but Ottewell took the helm more than his bandmates, making him one of the group's most prominent members.
After releasing the band's sixth album in 2009, he began paving the way for a solo career and solo albums, with 2017's A Man Apart being his most recent release.