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Jay
Benjamin

Hi, I’m Jay

I’m a singer-songwriter from North Carolina making soulful, story-driven music. I play shows and and host community music events and lend my voice to other artists’ projects. Always open to new venues, events, session work and collabs


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Let it Go

1 Tracks | 2025



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Stick Season

1 Tracks | 2025



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To Someone From a …

1 Tracks | 2025



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The Thanksgiving …

1 Tracks | 2020



About Me

Book Me

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Upcoming Shows

Here’s where you can find me playing in the near future. I’m doing a mix of my own acoustic sets, opening for some great artists, and hosting some fun karaoke nights. If you’re around, I’d love for you to come hang out.

Every night needs a soundtrack. I bring the music to create the vibe your event requires. From intimate solo acoustic and full-band sets to a high-energy Karaoke Extravaganza.

Start the Show

Music & Lyrics

Sing it With Me

For me, the best part of music is sharing it, and there’s no better feeling than hearing your voices join mine. This is my personal songbook -a growing collection of chords and lyrics for my original songs and my favorite covers. Take a look, learn a harmony, and be ready to sing along at the next show.

Support the Music & The Gear That Makes It






Your support helps keep the music going. If you’d like to leave a tip, you can use the links above. Thank you!  You can also support by shopping the links below. These are products and services I use and trust. I get a small commission at no extra cost to you.

News, Notes, & Stories

Between the notes


All News & Notes

This is where I share the rest of the story – notes from the road, deep dives into the gear I trust, and updates on projects.


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Community

The State of Sound – A Roadmap for Music in the Triad

admin | September 28, 2025
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For the first time, we have a clear picture of what our music scene is and what it needs to be. The 2024 Greater Greensboro Music Census held a mirror up to our community, and the reflection is complicated. We’re rich in talent and passion, but our artists are struggling. It’s time to stop talking and start building.

Gear & Tech

The All-in-One Pedal That Did Too Much: A VL3X Post-Mortem

admin | September 28, 2025
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The TC Helicon VoiceLive 3 Extreme promised to be the silver bullet for my solo act—a full studio at my feet. After a year of soaring highs and frustrating lows, here’s the story of why we had to part ways.

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My Decade-Long Quest for Audio Reactive Visuals

admin | September 28, 2025
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Some creative ideas are less like sparks and more like obsessions. For nearly a decade, I’ve been chasing the dream of making my music control live visuals in a meaningful way. Here’s the story of false starts, technical rabbit holes, and finally finding a path forward.

Skip the boring stuff and get straight to what works- how to hit that note with power, how to lock in a harmony, and how to actually rock out with confidence.

Lessons & Coaching

Watch the latest videos or jump on a duet

Get in the Mix

My favorite place for collaboration – find an open duet and let’s sing together.







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STAY CONNECTED

The story unfolds daily on my social channels. Pick your favorite platform below to follow along for the latest music, show news, and other updates.




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