What is Ben Folds birthday?

Ben Folds was born at 1966-09-12

Where is Ben Folds's birth place?

Ben Folds was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

What is Ben Folds nationalities?

Ben Folds's nationalities is American

Who is Ben Folds spouses?

Ben Folds's spouses is Anna Goodman (m. 1987–1992), Fleur Folds (m. 2007–2011), Frally Hynes (m. 1999–2007), Kate Rosen (m. 1996–1997)

Who is Ben Folds childrens?

Ben Folds's childrens is Gracie Folds, Julia-Rose Folds, Louis Folds

What was Ben Folds universities?

Ben Folds studied at University Of Miami, R.J.Reynolds High School, University of Miami's Frost School of Music

What was Ben Folds notable alumnis?

Ben Folds's notable alumnis is University Of Miami

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Ben Folds's Personal Details

Ben Folds is a musician and singer cum songwriter, famous for his association with the alternative rock band, Ben Folds Five

Information	Detail
Birthday	September 12, 1966
Nationality	American
Famous	University Of Miami, Musicians
Spouses	Anna Goodman (m. 1987–1992), Fleur Folds (m. 2007–2011), Frally Hynes (m. 1999–2007), Kate Rosen (m. 1996–1997)
Known as	Benjamin Scott Ben Folds
Childrens	Gracie Folds, Julia-Rose Folds, Louis Folds
Universities	University Of Miami R.J.Reynolds High School University of Miami's Frost School of Music
Notable Alumnis	University Of Miami
Birth Place	Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Height	175
Gender	Male
Net Worth	$35 million as of Jan 15,2017
Sun Sign	Virgo
Born in	Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Who is Ben Folds?

Ben Folds is a musician famous for forming the alternative rock band Ben Folds Five which gave hits like ‘Brick’ and ‘Battle of Who Could Care Less’. He was the lead vocalist and pianist of the band for seven years before the members broke up and went their separate ways. The band’s love for humour was reflected in their very name; they were a group of three, not five. As a child Ben was a fan of Elton John and Billy Joel, and played the piano, bass and drums for several bands while in high school. He formed the band Majosha in collaboration with a friend and performed at bars and parties. The band soon broke up; so did another band he formed. But such short term failures did not deter the youngster and he eventually got a music publishing deal with music executive Scott Simon and opened for Marc Silvey and played bass for his band. He spent many months working as a session musician before meeting aspiring musicians Robert Sledge and Darren Jessee with whom he formed the band Ben Folds Five. The band soon became known for its quirky humour, sarcasm combined with melancholy and profanity. Ben also pursued a solo career along with his work with the band.

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Childhood & Early Life

Ben Fold’s father was a carpenter and his mother was a painter. He had an interest in music from an early age and loved listening to songs by Elton John and Billy Joel.

He attended R. J. Reynolds High School and played piano, bass and drums for different bands.

Along with a friend he formed the band Majosha and performed at Duke University’s Battle of the Bands, winning the competition. They also played at bars and parties. The band eventually broke up in 1990.

He earned a percussion scholarship to the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music; but he could not graduate and dropped out.

Career

He moved to New York and began performing with theater troupes in 1993. He continued playing music at cafes.

After shifting to North Carolina he met bassist Robert Sledge and drummer Darren Jesse with whom he formed the band Ben Folds Five in 1994. The band played alternative, piano rock and indie style music.

Their debut album, the self-titled, ‘Ben Folds Five’ was released in 1995. It was an unconventional rock album with an indie-pop sound. It featured their first radio single, ‘Underground’.

Their second album, ‘Whatever and Ever Amen’ was out in 1997. It featured the hit single, ‘Brick’ which was to become the band’s most successful single ever.

In 1998, they released a compilation album, ‘Naked Baby Photos’ containing unreleased material from the recordings of the band’s previous albums and live performances.

In 1999 they released the album, ‘The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner’. The album was reviewed positively.

The band broke up amicably in 2000 and Ben went ahead to pursue a solo career.

His debut album as a solo artist, ‘Rockin’ the Subarbs’ was out in 2001.

Ben Folds, along with Ben Kweller and Ben Lee formed a supergroup called ‘The Bens’ in 2003 and extensively toured Australia. ‘The Bens Rock over Australia Tour’ covered several cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide.

His 2005 album ‘Songs for Silverman’ charted at No. 13 on the Billboard 200. It was his highest charting album so far.

He released the album, ‘Way to Normal’ in 2008. It peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard 200 within a week of its release. The success of the album prompted director Eric Wareheim to make a music video for the single ‘You Don’t Know Me’.

He collaborated with English novelist Nick Hornby to make an album ‘Lonely Avenue’ which was released in 2010. It contained eleven new songs whose lyrics were written by Hornby.

Ben reunited with his former band members to release the compilation album, ‘The Best Imitation of Myself: A Retrospective’ in 2011. It comprised popular songs from the discography of Ben Folds Five as well as Ben’s solo career.

After their reunion they decided to release another album together. ‘The Sound of the Life of the Mind’ was out in 2012. It was the band’s first release since 1999.

Major Works

He founded the alternative rock band, Ben Folds Five, which was highly appreciated for its non-traditional sound, unique music, and sense of humour. They produced hits like ‘Brick’, ‘Underground’ and ‘army’, and have a cult following.

In his solo career, his album ‘Way to Normal’ (2008) was a big hit. It reached No. 11 on the Billboard 200 to become his career’s highest ever charting album in the U.S.

Personal Life & Legacy

He married his childhood sweetheart Anna Goodman in 1987 and divorced her in 1992. She had co-written several songs performed by Ben Folds Five.

He had a short lived marriage to Kate Rosen in 1996.

He entered into a relationship with Australian Frally Hynes in 1998 and married her in 1999. This marriage resulted in the birth of twins. He filed for divorce in 2006.

He married again in 2007. His fourth marriage was to Fluer which too ended in divorce in 2011.

Trivia

His solo debut album was released the same day as the 11 September Attacks on the U.S.

He provided music for the soundtrack of the animated film ‘Over the Hedge’.

He served as member of the Independent Music Awards’ judging panel at the time of its inauguration.

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Ben Folds biography timelines

// 12th Sep 1966
Ben Fold’s father was a carpenter and his mother was a painter. He had an interest in music from an early age and loved listening to songs by Elton John and Billy Joel.
// 1987 To 1992
He married his childhood sweetheart Anna Goodman in 1987 and divorced her in 1992. She had co-written several songs performed by Ben Folds Five.
// 1990
Along with a friend he formed the band Majosha and performed at Duke University’s Battle of the Bands, winning the competition. They also played at bars and parties. The band eventually broke up in 1990.
// 1993
He moved to New York and began performing with theater troupes in 1993. He continued playing music at cafes.
// 1994
After shifting to North Carolina he met bassist Robert Sledge and drummer Darren Jesse with whom he formed the band Ben Folds Five in 1994. The band played alternative, piano rock and indie style music.
// 1995
Their debut album, the self-titled, ‘Ben Folds Five’ was released in 1995. It was an unconventional rock album with an indie-pop sound. It featured their first radio single, ‘Underground’.
// 1996
He had a short lived marriage to Kate Rosen in 1996.
// 1997
Their second album, ‘Whatever and Ever Amen’ was out in 1997. It featured the hit single, ‘Brick’ which was to become the band’s most successful single ever.
// 1998
In 1998, they released a compilation album, ‘Naked Baby Photos’ containing unreleased material from the recordings of the band’s previous albums and live performances.
// 1999
In 1999 they released the album, ‘The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner’. The album was reviewed positively.
// 1999 To 2006
He entered into a relationship with Australian Frally Hynes in 1998 and married her in 1999. This marriage resulted in the birth of twins. He filed for divorce in 2006.
// 2000
The band broke up amicably in 2000 and Ben went ahead to pursue a solo career.
// 2001
His debut album as a solo artist, ‘Rockin’ the Subarbs’ was out in 2001.
// 2003
Ben Folds, along with Ben Kweller and Ben Lee formed a supergroup called ‘The Bens’ in 2003 and extensively toured Australia. ‘The Bens Rock over Australia Tour’ covered several cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide.
// 2005
His 2005 album ‘Songs for Silverman’ charted at No. 13 on the Billboard 200. It was his highest charting album so far.
// 2007 To 2011
He married again in 2007. His fourth marriage was to Fluer which too ended in divorce in 2011.
// 2008
He released the album, ‘Way to Normal’ in 2008. It peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard 200 within a week of its release. The success of the album prompted director Eric Wareheim to make a music video for the single ‘You Don’t Know Me’.
// 2010
He collaborated with English novelist Nick Hornby to make an album ‘Lonely Avenue’ which was released in 2010. It contained eleven new songs whose lyrics were written by Hornby.
// 2011
Ben reunited with his former band members to release the compilation album, ‘The Best Imitation of Myself: A Retrospective’ in 2011. It comprised popular songs from the discography of Ben Folds Five as well as Ben’s solo career.
// 2012
After their reunion they decided to release another album together. ‘The Sound of the Life of the Mind’ was out in 2012. It was the band’s first release since 1999.

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Ben Folds's FAQ

What is Ben Folds birthday?
Ben Folds was born at 1966-09-12
Where is Ben Folds's birth place?
Ben Folds was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
What is Ben Folds nationalities?
Ben Folds's nationalities is American
Who is Ben Folds spouses?
Ben Folds's spouses is Anna Goodman (m. 1987–1992), Fleur Folds (m. 2007–2011), Frally Hynes (m. 1999–2007), Kate Rosen (m. 1996–1997)
Who is Ben Folds childrens?
Ben Folds's childrens is Gracie Folds, Julia-Rose Folds, Louis Folds
What was Ben Folds universities?
Ben Folds studied at University Of Miami, R.J.Reynolds High School, University of Miami's Frost School of Music
What was Ben Folds notable alumnis?
Ben Folds's notable alumnis is University Of Miami
How tall is Ben Folds?
Ben Folds's height is 175
What is Ben Folds's sun sign?
Ben Folds is Virgo

Ben Folds - Musicians, Career and Personal Life