Benison, a Melanesian 17-year-old artist from southern Western Australia, has recently released, “Running From It,” with a relatable story: the inner battle of moving forward from a past love; that emptiness makes him long for the past, and how things were.
Nonetheless, he gained attention with his debut single “Losing Sleep“. According to his own Spotify bio, this track came about “during an unplanned recording session at 4 am after a producer fortuitously heard him singing at a party.” As his music has evidenced so far, he brings a new taste of raw emotion and reflective introspection in the indie-pop scene.
Now, let’s see how he did on our Banana Interview!
Benison, The Melanesian Musical Wizard
Give us 5 emerging artists that you want to highlight for everyone to discover right now
What is your current favorite/guilty pleasure/go-to playlist? (no pressure, it doesn’t have to be Indiemono’s)
My go-to playlist right now is probably the “still beni” playlist I made for myself (shameless self-plug it’s on my Spotify profile).
Your musical influences range from alt-rock bands like Deftones to superstars like Travis Scott. How did you navigate the process of finding your unique sound, and are you open to experimenting further in your upcoming singles?
The unexpected success of your debut single, “Losing Sleep,” led to a significant shift in your career path, particularly regarding the armed forces. Could you share what music truly means to you and whether you see it as your life’s mission?
It’s changed my career path quite a bit, I’m really bad with words around this stuff so all I can say is that every day the experience/act of writing wigs me out a bit more. I love music and I’ve always loved music. This feels like more than just a dream to me, I could do music until I go deaf, and then I’d still make music even if it sounded like garbage.
When it comes to creating music, which emotions or topics inspire you the most? Additionally, do you have any specific rituals or mindsets you engage in before delving into the creative process?
If you were a type of… [spirit animal] what would you be? (feel free to elaborate haha)
A squirrel.
What’s your favorite… [videogame]?
Devil May Cry 3.
Now, for the Spicy Round! State an artist you hate profoundly.
My 19-inch brain (I can’t turn it off).
Last one, your choice!
[What song is 10/10, yet hardly anyone has heard of it?]
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