Hailing from Homewood, in the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ian Benjamin Welch p/k/a Benji. is a singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist whose music has a tendency of taking the listener through an unforgettable sonic experience. During the pandemic in 2020 as a key member of the supergroup Spillage Village, he contributed to songwriting and production for their highly acclaimed Spilligion album in September of 2020.
Since his 2021 debut album, Smile, You’re Alive!, Benji.'s career has been on an upward trajectory, gaining momentum with each release. He showcased his production & musicianship on JID's The Forever Story, on standout tracks such as "Kody Blu 31" and "Better Days," released in August 2022, as well as his lyrical prowess with his feature appearance on EarthGang's "Bobby Boucher" in 2023 earning praise from Adam Sandler via Twitter.
Benji.’s music reflects life, love, and clarity, these themes are outlined through his latest EP, titled Love Gun, displaying his versatility as a rising musical talent with records like Sade and Terms & Conditions showcasing his entrancing melodies and dynamic wordplay. With the release of his anticipated EP, Love Gun 2, Benji.’s ever-evolving talent and genre-defying sound make him more than just an artist to watch; he's an artist to experience.