Ben C Leaves Tea Leaf Green

From TeaLeafGreen.com

After ten great years on the road as a touring musician, I have come to the realization that this life is not for me. As a result, I have decided to leave Tea Leaf Green to pursue some of my life’s other passions. I wish my brothers in the band only the best. Their future is surely bright. Most of all, I am so grateful to my family, friends, and fans. You’ve always encouraged my free spirit; thanks for your continued support.

Ben C.

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In any band, there exists a dynamic between the collective’s goals and those of the individual members. At times, aspirations that were once aligned, diverge. This is one of those times. We support Ben’s decision without reservation and wish him only the best. We know he put his heart and soul into thinking this through, just like he did with Tea Leaf Green these past ten years; we admire Ben for staying true to himself.

As one chapter ends, so another begins. In this moment of transition, we’ve reached out to our good friend, Reed Mathis [Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey], who enthusiastically accepted the torch. Please join us in Santa Cruz (12/7) as we welcome Reed to the band. Let’s get this show on the road!

Tea Leaf Green

[Listen to Reed Mathis sitting in with Tea Leaf Green during this year’s High Sierra Music Festival.]