Howley Sessions: Ray Benson

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A towering figure in American roots music, Ray Benson has spent more than five decades keeping the spirit of Western Swing alive and swinging! As the founder and longtime frontman of Asleep at the Wheel, Benson has built a legendary career blending country, jazz, blues, and Americana with irresistible energy, extraordinary musicianship, and plenty of Texas charm.

Born in Philadelphia and drawn to folk, swing, and country music, Benson co-founded Asleep at the Wheel in 1970 before making Austin, Texas, his musical home. Under his leadership, the band has become one of the most celebrated acts in Western Swing, introducing generations of listeners to a uniquely American sound. Along the way, Benson has collaborated with an incredible roster of artists, including Willie Nelson, George Strait, Lyle Lovett, and The Avett Brothers.

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