Ben Kweller

Ben Kweller

After the loss of his son, Ben Kweller channels his grief into his most raw and heartfelt album to date, Cover the Mirrors.
For fans of

Elliott Smith / Bright Eyes / Ryan Adams / Wilco

Ben Kweller

Ben Kweller is an Austin-based singer-songwriter who has spent over two decades turning heartbreak, humor, and everyday life into hook-laden, soul-stirring songs. From his teenage grunge band Radish to solo milestones like Sha Sha and the Grammy®-nominated Go Fly a Kite, Kweller has carved a unique path through indie and alternative rock, blending catchy melodies with emotional honesty.

In 2020, he surprised fans with Circuit Boredom, a playful, eclectic mix of power-pop, synth flourishes, and garage rock. In 2023, after the tragic loss of his 16-year-old son Dorian, Kweller channeled grief and resilience into Cover the Mirrors, his most emotionally raw work yet, featuring collaborations with Waxahatchee, MJ Lenderman, The Flaming Lips, and Coconut Records.

Known for his electrifying live shows, candid storytelling, and boundless creativity, Kweller continues to inspire fans worldwide with music that is deeply personal yet universally relatable—a rare blend of sincerity, wit, and melodic joy.

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