Richard Benson

Musician

Forfans of theatrical rock and progressive metal, listeners who appreciate virtuosic guitar and provocative, literary songwriting, and those curious about electronic-rock crossovers.
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The Profile

Italian singer and guitarist noted for theatrical, eccentric performances and a blend of rock, progressive and metal styles.

Reviews emphasize Dantean and infernal themes, provocative religious imagery and confessional lyrics about drugs and self-destruction. Critics praise Benson's virtuosic guitar, theatrical persona, and an electronic turn on some releases; producer-reviewer Danny The Kid is credited in the reviews, and Ester Benson's choirs are mentioned.

Two long, enthusiastic reviews on DeBaser celebrate Richard Benson's theatrical, Dantean imagery and virtuosic guitar. Reviewers highlight an electronic turn, confessional lyrics about drugs and self-destruction, and strong production by the reviewer-producer. Albums discussed in depth: L'Inferno dei Vivi and the single I Nani.

Notable Quotes

❝ "Through me you enter the city of woe, through me you enter eternal pain, through me you enter the abode of the lost. Justice moved my high maker; divine power made me, highest wisdom, and primal love. Before me nothing was created if not eternal, and eternal I endure. Abandon all hope, you who enter here."