Author, composer, & producer.

Committed to the elusive pairing of quality & efficiency.

Hi, I’m Ben. I’m an uncompromising advocate for diversity & justice, and a firm believer that words & the right melody can change the world.

Career Highlights

Babble Bop! (NBC/Peacock)

2021

Wrote twenty songs in six weeks in a diverse range of genres for the debut season, streaming on Peacock now! If you’ve never written for toddlers, I recommend giving it a try - they’re the feistiest little critics.

Click through for my complete list of songwriting credits

 

Record Producer

2003 – current

I’ve had the great fortune to make over 30 records with artists in Nashville, New York, Sydney, & San Diego. I’ve even recorded a song with folks from Sheryl Crow’s band. I’m so proud to have produced Flamy Grant’s debut album “Bible Belt Baby” went to #1 on iTunes Christian singles & album charts. Keep scrolling to see what we’ve created together, or check out my producer credits

 

Performer

2002–current

As a songwriter & musician, I’ve toured Australia, New Zealand, the UK, & 38 of America’s 50 states. I’ve played main stages at festivals, national conferences, & intimate house shows. Here’s a full list of my musician credits

Areas of Expertise

 

  • Musical composition

  • Lyrics

  • Arrangement & Orchestration

  • Project Management

  • Recording

  • Music Direction

  • Artist Management

  • Event Production

  • Live Audio Production

  • Mixing & Mastering

  • Classical Piano

  • Vocal performance

  • Transcription

  • Lyric Video Creation

  • Social Media & Launch Direction

  • Patreon & Kickstarter Planning

Proficient in:

  • ProTools

  • Sibelius

  • Musescore

  • Microsoft suite

  • Google suite

  • Keynote

  • ProPresenter

  • Planning Center

  • Wondershare

  • Landr

  • Luke Jurevicius, award winning director

    “Ben is a super talented musician with a strong creative ability create original music. On top of this, Ben is a top guy who is fun and enthusiastic. It is my pleasure to recommend Ben.”

  • Rob Taylor, Impatient Management

    “Amazing singer songwriter with his pulse on the issues that matter”

  • Shane Wood, author

    “Incredible sound, phenomenal heart. A piercing voice only matched by lyrics that rend your heart. Truthful, filled with grace and pain. A true blessing to hear live.”

  • Tanya Riches, artist & writer

    “Ben is a brilliant muso and great value when it comes to penning a tune. His attention to detail is helpful, but he doesn't lose sight of the goal - great hooks, and finished work. I highly recommend you write with Ben - he will stretch your gifts and help you achieve the best song that you possibly can. You won't regret writing with him.”

  • Suzanne Castle, business coach

    “No matter what I’m feeling: unrest, love, bewilderment, curiosity, hope— the melody and poetry woven in the songs of Story & Tune continue to sing in my soul like no other”

  • Casey Coronna, patron

    “Ben is incredibly talented, a transformative force, impacting on realms of faith, politics, justice, questions, answers, & unknowns.

    Ben's early work inspired my faith, his later work inspires my humanity. In both realms, his art helped to save lives & continues to do so today.

    Raw, honest, & speaking truth through beautiful lyrics, melody & harmony. Ben allows for space for all of us to grow along side him.”

  • Anissa Cornelius

    “Velvet smooth voices coupled with vivid, powerful lyrics? Yes, please! Story & Tune is an incredible duo with songs that feel delightfully cozy & still manage to give you chills in the very best way.”

  • Heatherlyn, artist & collaborator

    “Ben Grace is the real deal. I *believe* him when he's wailing out a heart wrenching song or tenderly finessing a surprising turn of phrase. The breadth & depth of Grace's singing, musicianship, & songwriting amazes me - from beautifully imaged ear candy to deeply soulful anthems of restorative justice.

    As a fellow artist, I've had the great delight & honor of working along side Ben & experiencing his big heart & spirit of camaraderie. A stellar human & fine song artist. I couldn't recommend him more highly.”

  • Hans Melby, patron

    “Ben Grace's music is heartfelt and thought provoking. Each song resonates with the emotions and experiences that set his pen to paper.”

  • Carla Godwin

    “Ben’s music is addicting. His voice hits viscerally. His lyrics are raw and honest. Can’t get enough, really.”

Why I partner with other musicians and creatives:

I found my creative voice the long, slow, & hard way.

I want something better for other artists. You deserve a partner, coach, and co-creator who believes in you, treats your project like their own, and has the experience needed to help you be your absolute best.

I’m here to help you make music you can be proud of.

Current Projects

 

Flamy Grant

Released Flamy Grant’s highly anticipated debut album “Bible Belt Baby” which went to #1 on iTunes Christian singles & album charts

 

Heatherlyn

Celebrating the first few singles from the forthcoming sophomore album “Heatherlyn’s Musical Apothecary”.

 

Tim & Heidi

In production for this husband & wife duo’s debut EP

 

Will Stucky

In production for a solo album from this wonderful SD songwriter

 

Let’s make music together.