David Benedict
  • Bish Bash Bosh
  • Dorrigo
  • High Stepping Jessy
  • Possible Water
  • The Golden Angle
  • Waltz for Griffin
  • 8 Is My Favorite Color
  • Leaf by Niggle
  • Lawnmower
  • Madrona
  • The Red Room
  • Colonna & Smalls
  • Bish Bash Bosh
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:15) [7.42 MB]
  • Dorrigo
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:09) [7.21 MB]
  • High Stepping Jessy
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (04:15) [9.74 MB]
  • Possible Water
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:45) [8.59 MB]
  • The Golden Angle
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:50) [8.78 MB]
  • Waltz for Griffin
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (04:13) [9.66 MB]
  • 8 Is My Favorite Color
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:43) [8.52 MB]
  • Leaf by Niggle
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (04:30) [10.28 MB]
  • Lawnmower
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (02:57) [6.75 MB]
  • Madrona
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (04:05) [9.36 MB]
  • The Red Room
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:32) [8.09 MB]
  • Colonna & Smalls
    Genre: Bluegrass
    MP3 (03:37) [8.27 MB]
Biography
Mandolinist David Benedict’s sophomore full-length record The Golden Angle marks a coming of age. After graduating with a mandolin music performance degree and spending a 3-year stint in Nashville touring and recording with acclaimed bass player Missy Raines, David was looking for the next chapter in his musical career. So in 2017, he made the move to Boston to join the bluegrass band Mile Twelve. The group quickly gained notice after the release of their debut album Onwards, receiving the 2017 IBMA Band Momentum Award and touring extensively around the US, New Zealand, Australia, and Japan. David also claimed the 2018 IBMA Momentum Award for Instrumentalist of the Year. These opportunities have contributed to the development of David's own artistic voice as an instrumentalist and composer, which is showcased in this new solo record.

Produced by Grammy-Nominated mandolinist Matt Flinner, The Golden Angle presents an original body of instrumental string band music. This new album, recorded four years after David’s last solo release Into the True Country, displays a new level of musical maturity and individuality. With an emphasis on virtuosic instrumental interplay and memorable melodies, the record weaves a complex yet compelling soundscape, featuring collaborations with a host of celebrated and award-winning bluegrass musicians including David Grier (guitar), Mike Barnett (fiddle), Missy Raines (bass), Ross Martin (guitar), Stuart Duncan (fiddle), and Wes Corbett (banjo).

David’s compositions, arrangements and playing style on The Golden Angle demonstrate his ability to integrate seamlessly with the high-caliber company he keeps and confirms his place among notable emerging acoustic musicians. Jazz guitar sensation Julian Lage notes, “David is one of the most inspiring lights on the creative acoustic music scene today. A talented player and composer who is paving the way for new and exciting music! I can’t wait to see where he takes us!”

David now lives in Cambridge, MA, and continues to perform full-time with Mile Twelve. In between touring and recording, he teaches private mandolin lessons from home and at music workshops around the country. David is the creator and curator of the popular weekly video series Mandolin Mondays hosted by the Mandolin Cafe.
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  • Sounds Like:
    Bela Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Chris Thile, Matt Flinner
  • Influences:
    Bela Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Chris Thile, Matt Flinner
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    05/23/18
  • Profile Last Updated:
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