Raised in Alabama, where he was immersed in the rich musical traditions of the South from  an early age, Ben Brooks is an Americana singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in  honest storytelling, timeless melodies, and a deep sense of place. After years of touring  with a band following college, Brooks made the move to Nashville to pursue songwriting  and a career as a solo artist. Drawing inspiration from classic country, folk, and roots rock,  he writes songs that find meaning in everyday moments—exploring memory, resilience,  family, and the people and places that shape us. His songs are understated yet deeply  personal, inviting listeners to find pieces of their own stories within them.

Following the release of his 2019 album Jean on Jean, Brooks continued to refine his voice  as a songwriter, returning to the stage with a notable performance at Nashville's legendary  Exit/In, sharing the stage with acclaimed songwriter Tia Sillers, as well as opening for Mike  Cooley at Alabama's historic Walton Theatre.

That same spirit of reflection carries into his latest single, Long Hard Winter, co-written with  fellow artist E.G. Vines. Looking back through the lens of childhood summers, familiar  music, and the shared touchstones of growing up, the song reminds us that even in life's  longest seasons, memories can offer comfort, perspective, and hope. Like much of Brooks'  writing, Long Hard Winter finds the extraordinary in ordinary moments, proving that the most personal stories are often the most universal.