ICUCM: The Cast!

 Posted by at 2:57 am on May 13, 2013
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TS Content: Log into your TRUTHSt4lk3r account to view this postI have been rather busy this weekend, this time writing songs for other artists again! But more on that later. (~.^) Now that I have a few minutes I wanted to post this for the gallant TRUTHSt4lk3rz who have helped get so many views on the “Bandana-na-na” video (well done by the way!).

I wanted to strip some of the glamour from the video for “ICUCM”. With the original version being an EDM number it would have been easy to do a club or dance video. But the essence of the song is about unconditional love and acceptance of yourself and others, so I wanted to reflect that by having a broader range of characters to emphasise the universal message. And being a song so close to my heart, all the people in the video are my own friends and family!! (^^)

So here they are, in order of appearance… Continue reading »

PHUNKSTAR album out now! ICUCM / Ain’t Nobody audio previews!

 Posted by at 5:25 pm on May 3, 2013
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Sneaking out onto their shelves last week, DMC quietly released the “PHUNKSTAR Monsterjam – 10th Anniversary Remix Collection” – but some of you guys still managed to spot it! The celebratory compilation contains a selection of Bentley’s biggest and best remixes including brand new and previously unreleased mixes – hand picked and mixed by the man himself! You can grab the album in CD form from DMCWorld.com or listen to audio clips and download this album from DMCDownload.com.

The reason we’ve been so late in announcing this is we were waiting to get our hands on some copies so we could give them away in a TRUTHSt4lk3rz competition! As soon as we get this sorted we’ll let you know!

Speaking of you clever clever TRUTHSt4lk3rz… as a reward for notching up so many views on Ben’s new “Bandana-na-na” video he’s added some audio clips from the new single “ICUCM / Ain’t Nobody” for you to enjoy. Log into your TS account and check them out!

Bandana-na-na PV & Limited Free Download! + New single preview!

 Posted by at 3:11 pm on April 27, 2013
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I wanted to offer “Bandana-na-na” as a free download to all the TRUTHSt4lk3rz for sticking by me for what has turned out to be a surprisingly challenging few months. As you can immediately tell, the song is a highly introspective, emotive, intellectual piece about the personal, professional and political troubles we face living in today’s modern society…

TRUTHSt4lk3rz can download the track for free here.

The Bandana video wouldn’t have been possible without the twisted sense of humour from my partner in crime Jayne. I don’t consider myself that funny a person tbh, so without her input the final result wouldn’t have been half as entertaining! xoxox

More importantly, I’ve also used the video as an opportunity to tease you with the first single from what might become my next album! (Check the above video at 2.25) I wanted “Bandana-na-na” to lighten the mood after recent events, also before starting the next project which already has a significantly darker tone. “ICUCM” will be a double A-side in some territories and here on BentleyJones.com with “Ain’t Nobody” – a cover that fuses my personal indulgence for symphonica and dark electronica. I’m super-psyched for you to hear it!! (^^)

“ICUCM” features the uber-talented Mark McLaughlin of Phats and Small fame and was originally intended to continue the electro-pop streak from UPGRADE. But to make sure I faithfully captured the essence of the song, the B-side will be a full orchestral version – especially for many of you who are followers of my score work! (~.^)

I’ll be taking most of the weekend off, but next week we’ll be working on getting more TS content for you including the first newsletter, remix stems, competitions and more. Also at some point soon I’ll be allowing the TS to preview all tracks from the new single!

Introducing… the TRUTHSt4lk3rz…

 Posted by at 7:16 pm on April 22, 2013
Apr 222013
 

We are introducing a new function to BentleyJones.com that will allow us to give exclusive content to registered members… and in light of Ben’s forthcoming project combined with the name many of you already refer to yourselves as, we have aptly called it the TRUTHSt4lk3rz – for those who seek purity through creation.

To becoming a TRUTHSt4lk3r all you have to do is register (for free) right here at BentleyJones.com – and we’ve made it even easier by allowing you to sign up using your social network (FaceBook, Google, YouTube, Live Journal or Blogger).

As a TRUTHSt4lk3r you will gain access to exclusive content including downloads, videos, events, competitions, blog entries and merchandise! We have only just begun adding TS content, and there’s a lot more coming in the near future.

Check out the TRUTHSt4lk3r FAQ here.

This is work in progress, so if any of you encounter any problems chuck us a message and we’ll get it sorted pronto!

So what are you waiting for? Sign up for free now!

New Singles! New Album! New Videos! New Remix Album! OMFG! AND THERE’S MORE!!!1!!1!?!1!!

 Posted by at 8:55 pm on April 11, 2013
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It’s about time!! I’ve been dying to make this announcement and hopefully you’ll understand why it’s been so long in the delivery.

First, to get some unpleasantness out of the way; I have officially left my Japanese record label Sound Future and my manager Yutaka Kato. This decision was made due to multiple breaches of contract by the company – not just to me, but to several individuals. All enquiries regarding my work – past, present and future – should be channelled through myself directly. Any responses from anyone other than myself, my legal team or Remix Factory Music should not be considered authentic.

Thank you all for your love and support through this very stressful time. I offer my sincerest apologies as this situation has essentially halted my artist activities for the past 5 – 6 months. I can assure you; this is set to change immediately… (~.^)

Right now I’m discussing the possibility of joining a new label. But in the meantime, to get some new music to you as soon as possible I will be releasing 2 new singles + videos independently through Remix Factory Music. The first being a free download as a thank you for sticking by me these past few months. And the second single is potentially the lead song from a new studio album!

Also to look forward to is a compilation of my best remixes over the past 10 years. PHUNKSTAR 10th Anniversary Best Remixes Collection will be released very soon by the lovely folks at DMC. In addition I am in talks about presenting my own podcast show also hosted by DMC. This will coincide with the new brand of remixes – all of which I’ll elaborate on in the blog later.

As well as all this, I’ll be doing the usual composing and arranging with the Factory guys. I’ve already been working on some new projects recently so keep your eyes peeled for those!

My whole approach to my work will be undergoing some serious changes this year. The main priority being involving you guys much more in the production side of things. I feel I need to reconnect with you guys after such an eventful 12 months and this new album is the perfect opportunity.

So… what do ya think? Wanna make some music together? (~.^)

Welcome to BentleyJones.com 2013!

 Posted by at 3:30 pm on March 18, 2013
Mar 182013
 

We’ve been working hard to increase functionality of the site as well as the aesthetic redesign for your visual delights! More features will be added as we go along, including an update to most of the album pages, audio and video clips as well as sprucing up the online shop. We’ve also done our best to make the site as browser-compatible as possible, including maintaining design and function on mobile devices.

As much as we’d like to think it, we’re not perfect! So if you spot any bugs, or anything not working let us know and we’ll look into fixing it.

Otherwise, let us know what you think of the new site!

We just (finally) added a bunch of lyrics to the site!

 Posted by at 11:41 am on January 7, 2013
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Entourage – EP
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Entourage (featuring Curtis Young)
Joyful
My Name is Bentley 〜ベンだよ〜

UPGRADE 0.1
Down in Tokyo (UPGRADE Ver.)
who.am.i.? (featuring May J. and Curtis Young)
Sexy People
Ready to be Loved
Boys and Girls (featuring 柴田知美)
The City of Angels
Touchscreen
Invincible (featuring SHUN)
Let Me Be With You
TOKKATA
理由〜Give me a Reason〜
Joyful (UPGRADE Wynter Ver.)
Just for You

New Bentley-written-produced May J. track “My Bass”!

 Posted by at 9:00 am on November 5, 2012
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bentleyxmayj Following their collaboration on Bentley’s song “who.am.i.?” for his latest album “UPGRADE 1.0”, J-pop princess May J. and her record label Avex were so impressed by Ben’s talent and style that they asked him to contribute some of it to her forthcoming album “Brave”.

Released on 5th December, “Brave” will include the song “My Bass” written and arranged by Bentley and follows a similar sound and style that Ben pioneered with “UPGRADE”. May has posted about her work with Ben on her official blog and you can hear a clip of the song on her official site.

Meanwhile “UPGRADE” is now available in Japanese stores and international download as Bentley prepares for his latest TV, radio and live appearances. To kick off his promotional campaign Bentley will be appearing as a special guest at the “What’s Up?! Yokohama” event in Japan on 25th November.

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