The Hangout presents Ditch the Van tour with Ben Sollee on Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Oct. 26, 2011 - PRLog -- Arriving by bicycle with his band, Ben Sollee will perform and intimate concert at The Hangout on November 2. Ditch The Van 2011 is the fourth tour of its kind in which Ben Sollee and his band travel exclusively using bicycles and transportation, instruments and all! Ben Solle, is a renowned cellist and vocalist known for his percussive playing style, genre hopping songwriting, wide appeal, and political activism. His music incorporates banjo, guitar, percussion and unusual cello techniques to create a unique mix of folk, bluegrass, jazz and R&B. This free show is an all ages event and starts at 7pm.

Ben’s choice to arrive by bicycle is not a novelty or a nod to the green trend. Apropos to his overarching story, Sollee’s goal is to gain a deeper connection his fans and surrounding communities - the inspiration behind his critically acclaimed release Inclusions, which Silas House for No Depression calls “a beautiful, raw, polished collection of songs.” Sollee feels the escalating pace of touring and this is an unparalleled opportunity to slow things down and take in the scenery, meet new people, and experience the vastness of culture and environs most travelers bypass completely. Beyond just performance, Ditch The Van offers an educational experience for all whom wish to participate; a rare chance to explore cities, communities, and people, and how all parties influence each other.

Ditch The Van kicks off on October 27th at Preservation Hall in New Orleans, LA, winding through the Gulf and Mid-South before concluding at the Orlando Calling Music Festival in Florida on November 13th.

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