Ryan Benthall


The Sextet performs "Sovereign Mind" the title piece off of Ryan's latest album released by Octave Records through PS Audio. Performed at Dazzle Denver on 4/8/25.
feat.
-Dave Watts - Drums
-Todd Smallie - Bass
-Jason Greenlaw - Guitar
-David Bernot - Saxophone
-Sean Applebee - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
-Audio Production: Jay Elliott at Sunlight Sound Studio
The Quintet performs "Ice Spring" at an exclusive live performance in Boulder, CO on May 16th, 2025.
featuring:
Dave Watts - Drums
Hunter Roberts - Bass
Jason Greenlaw - Guitar
Sean Applebee - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Ryan performs regularly with the founding member & drummer of
The Motet, Dave Watts.
Here is their live show at Cervantes featuring some of the most renowned musicians in the region.
Dave Watts & Friends Live From Cervantes 1/30/2026
Featuring:
– Dave Watts (The Motet) – Jans Ingber
– Todd Smallie (JJ Grey & Mofro) – Gabe Mervine
– Scott Messersmith (California Honeydrops)
– Lucas Parker (Cycles)
– Nate Miller – Ryan Benthall
Phoebe Nix is a psychedelic indie rock band based out of Boulder, CO. Here is the debut video of their original song "Always" performed live at License no. 1.
-Christopher Robert Clauss: music and lyrics, Vocals and guitar, live engineering
-Ryan Benthall: Keyboards and vocals
-Michael Santulli: Bass Guitar
-Jay Elliott: Drums, Producer, Mixing
-Cinematographer: Sam Sharp
-Audio Production: Jay Elliott at Sunlight Sound Studio

Ryan's latest album released on Boulder CO's Octave Records, Sovereign Mind is a jazz album that pulls you out of the room and drops you into the music. This all-original recording blends motifs of nostalgia, introspective arrangements and a sense of dreaming that is completely captivating.
Album link: www.psaudio.com/products/sovereign-mind
Press releases:
https://www.ieyenews.com/ps-audio-octave-records-sovereign-mind/

Ryan has performed and toured with many bands including the Jackson Stokes Band opening for the 2019-2020 Allman Betts Band world tour, Dave Watts & Friends, SpaceShip, the Charlie Berry Project and Brother Francis & the Soultones along with a plethora of other groups and ensembles.
Ryan currently performs with Dave Watts & Friends and Phoebe Nix based out of Boulder, CO.
He also leads his own solo groups, The Ryan Benthall Trio & Solvation.
Ryan Benthall Trio
Jackson Stokes Band
https://youtu.be/dq_i3lH6qZI
Brother Francis & the Soultones
SpaceShip

In 2013, Ryan accomplished a Fine Arts degree in Music from STLCC and then went on to complete undergrad studies at the University of Missouri St. Louis, finishing a Bachelors Degree in Music Composition with a minor in Jazz. He was recognized with top honors in the class of 2018 receiving a Distinguished Performance in Keyboard award and the Outstanding Music Composition award from the UMSL Music Department as well as being a member of the Honors Society.
As he honed his craft, Ryan's music became a reflection of his own life journey. His compositions often touch on themes of self-discovery, love, loss, and empowerment. The title of his debut album, "Sovereign Mind," reflects his desire to inspire listeners to tap into their own inner strength and resilience.
Ryan's music is also influenced by his interests in spirituality, philosophy, and social justice. He believes that music has the power to bring people together, spark meaningful conversations, and inspire positive change.
Through his performances and recordings, Ryan aims to share his vision of a more compassionate, inclusive, and harmonious world. His music is an invitation to connect with others, explore our shared humanity, and celebrate the beauty of life in all its forms.
In addition to his music career, Ryan teaches private music lessons to students of all ages and skill levels. He specializes in finding music that resonates with each student, making learning more enjoyable and motivating
Performing "Butterfly" written by Herbie Hancock live at Wrecking Room Studios in Lyons, CO.
Sponsored by Volume.com
feat.
Alissa Ann - Vocals
Brian McCrae - Drums
Bradley Morse - Bass
David Bernot - Saxophone
The Ryan Benthall Sextet performs "Giant's Lullaby" at Dazzle Denver on 4/8/25.
feat.
Dave Watts - Drums
Todd Smallie - Bass
Jason Greenlaw - Guitar
David Bernot - Saxophone
Sean Applebee - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
This composition entitled "IO" is Ryan's ode to the most volcanic world in the solar system.
Performed live at Dazzle Denver with an incredible all star cast of musicians.
Ryan performing keys/synth with the Latin jazz fusion band Beyond @ Cervantes Ballroom
in Denver, CO on 11/11/2025.








































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