The Ben Rice Blues band mixes the soulful heartfelt sounds of blues and the passion and energy of contemporary music. The bands sound combines the innovation of Robben Ford with the soul and virtuosity of Ray Charles. The band currently has three CD's of original music and is best known for their phenomenal stage presence and explosive music. Their sound is a mix of Delta, Chicago and Jump Blues with a touch of Jazz to spice it up. The Ben Rice Blues band has a large reputation around the Pacific NW for continually putting on a show that engages the audience with guitar, piano and sax solos and a stage presence that is unmatchable.

As an artist, Darin Hilderbrand finds himself being constantly pulled in many directions.  He has a great appreciation for acoustic music but loves good old fashioned, screaming rock & roll. He loves the academics of jazz but nothing matches the wrenching cry of the blues.  He has a passion for writing his own songs, but there’s always something special that happens when people hear one they recognize.  He loves Christ-centered story songs and heartfelt worship tunes. 

The heritage of Northeast India tribal peoples is rich in artistry and meaning. Their music and dance have served over the centuries as the means of communicating this heritage, since the people had no written language to preserve their history. Their music is characterized by beautiful harmony, poetic word pictures and strong visual impact.