Ben Goldsmith Signs With Sony Music Nashville, UTA, UMPG Nashville

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Ben Goldsmith. Photo: Matthew Berinato

Singer-songwriter Ben Goldsmith has signed with Sony Music Nashville, UTA and Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) Nashville. He has also released his new single “Flowers In Your Hair.”

Goldsmith’s musical journey started at four years old—when his violin teacher discovered he had perfect pitch—and has included jazz guitar studies at The Manhattan School of Music and Mannes College of Music in New York. He recorded an EP of original music at 11 years old and played all of the instruments. Goldsmith developed a commanding stage presence, performing live in School of Rock programs, local community events, fairs and clubs by the time he was 12 years old. At 13, he perfected his guitar skills with Tomo Fujita, whose teaching resume includes Berklee College of Music students and John Mayer.

Goldsmith was given a deal on the spot after performing for Sony Music Nashville executives at age 16. In his agreement with UMPG Nashville, he is signed to an exclusive global publishing deal. Goldsmith is currently managed by Mike Crowley.

“Flowers In Your Hair” will be part of his 15-track debut album, The World Between My Ears, out Sept. 22. The project is a result of the singer traveling back and forth to Nashville during the pandemic to write songs, create his own sound and woodshed in the studio with Brad Jones, who he co-produced the project with.

In the new track, the Long Island native refers to his new home of Music City as “the skyline of my dreams.” “Flowers In Your Hair” displays the singer’s powerful and emotionally resonant voice and lush melodies. He also nods at one of his favorite artists, Maggie Rogers, in the opening line “Sitting in my bedroom / Maggie on repeat.”

Additionally, Goldsmith was offered a slot at Bonnaroo this year after a solo showcase at Live Nation in Nashville. His performance will take place on Saturday, June 17, a week after he graduates from high school.

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