‘Benergy’ – The Debut Solo LP from Big D and the Kids Table Bassist Ben Basile Out Now
12th May 2025(Hudson Valley, NY- May 2, 2025) — Acclaimed bassist Ben Basile (pronounced “ba-sill-ee”), best known for his work with Big D and the Kids Table, has released his debut solo album, ‘Benergy’ via Sleep Walk Sounds.
‘Benergy’, the album’s title, originated from a lighthearted moment with one of Basile’s bass students. “When I play ska punk, like with Big D and The Kids Table, it’s all about playing on top, playing with momentum and energy. Pushing the music the entire time,” Basile explains. His student’s response? “Benergy?”—a phrase that stuck and ultimately became the album’s name.
About Ben Basile
Ben Basile is a Hudson Valley-born musician who grew up in Wappingers Falls and now lives in Rosendale, NY.
His passion for music ignited in his youth, sparked by a stack of ska and punk rock CDs from his sister.
A graduate of Dutchess Community College and SUNY New Paltz, Basile studied jazz and business before launching a career that’s taken him across six continents with legendary acts like Pilfers, New York Ska-Jazz Ensemble, and Big D and the Kids Table — all while staying deeply rooted in the Hudson Valley music scene.
Before touring, Basile played nearly every local venue and founded the Poughkeepsie Jazz Project in 2012, providing a weekly jam session for area musicians. He is also dedicated to teaching young musicians throughout the region, helping to shape the next generation of performers.
When not on the road, Basile performs with a variety of projects including In The Pocket, Eric Puente Jazz Quartet, Sheridan Rúitín, and Emo Night Karaoke.
Basile remains a dedicated musician, composer, and educator, with deep ties to the ska, jazz, and punk communities.
His debut album Benergy is a tribute to his roots, with songs like “Mountain Road,” “74 Leonard Street,” and “87 to 90” drawing inspiration directly from his life in the Hudson Valley and beyond.
‘Benergy’
The new album, ‘Benergy’, is a culmination of Basile’s years of musical exploration and passion, featuring a stellar lineup of musicians from the ska and jazz worlds. Recorded at multiple studios across the East Coast and mastered by Tom Rosato of Zena Mastering, ‘Benergy’ promises to be a dynamic and deeply personal release.
Stream Here:
https://www.notnoise.co/link/ben-basile-benergy
Order the ‘Benergy’ vinyl here:
https://sleepwalksounds.limitedrun.com/
Upcoming Shows:
Thursday, June 5th: All Points West – Newark, NJ
Friday, June 6th: Reason & Ruckus – Poughkeepsie, NY
Saturday, June 7th: TBA – Boston, MA
Sunday, June 8th: Hutghi’s – Westfield, MA
Tickets at benbasile.com
