26-05-2025
Internationally renowned musician Ben Waters to embark on Dorset tour
Weymouth-born and now Sherborne-based boogie-woogie musician Ben Waters is embarking on a string of performances across Dorset.
On his tour, the boogie-woogie pianist will also re-release an album that features other big names, including The Rolling Stones.
The internationally renowned musician has just completed a whirlwind year of captivating audiences across the globe, with performances at the Sydney Opera House and Blue Note Hawaii.
Ben also made history with a unique gig at 17,000 feet aboard the Andean Explorer in Peru, the highest gig in the world.
Ben is set to re-release his album in May, which pays tribute to Rolling Stones founder Ian Stewart. This special album saw Rolling Stones members collaborate with him in memory of Stewart and includes new bonus tracks such as a rendition of John Lee Hooker's Come Back Baby and a cover of Chuck Berry's Bio.
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The upcoming months Ben also promise more personal performances across Dorset as he returns home from his international touring spree.
He said: "It's been unbelievable, overwhelming and so much fun, but nothing beats coming back home to beautiful Dorset."
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His recent musical ventures have seen him collaborate with stars like The Rolling Stones, Cher and George Thorogood.
Ben's own music extravaganza, the Raising Spirit Festival, is set to return this summer featuring celebrated artists like New Orleans pianist Jon Cleary and UK chart-topper Toploader.
Many more acts are lined up for the summer festival held on Ben's farm. Information and tickets for the festival are available at
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Looking at his hometown shows, Ben has encouraged music enthusiasts not to miss the electric performances he is set to bring to the south-west.
After having jazzed up stages from Nevada to Paris and New Orleans to the Isles of Scilly, Sherborne's very own international sensation, Ben Waters promises to set the stage on fire with his high-octane homecoming performances.
Aligning with the promise of an electrifying performance and energy-filled shows, he is sure to keep attendees captivated and enthralled throughout his tour.
