63. "The skinny light skin dude..." In response to In response to 0
1st time I peeped Ben with the Legendary was at Smoking Grooves August 2002. It was difficult to see the stage cause me and my girl were seated far right. Occasionally I'd catch a glimpse of this skinny light skin dude with guitar in hand. "Alright. That must be the new guy". To confuse me further I could just see over the speakers what looked like two drum sets, totally unaware that Knuckles had 'also' joined.
Seeing Ben's final performance with the Roots in Philly was a pleasure. Looked like he was havin' fun on stage. That water effect thing up the guitar's neck was cool. During his solo the lights were turned down. The stage was dark with splashes of blue & purple light and Ben barely visible in the background. Intentional or not the low lighting gave his solo a personal feel. Just closed my eyes and focused on the music while Ben turned that guitar out very soulfully.
Ben, your presence as a Root and on the boards is always welcome.