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BLACK STONE CHERRY's BEN WELLS releases children's book, 'Good Girl, Sunny Pearl'

27-11-2024

Guitarist Ben Wells of Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY has released his first children’s book. “Good Girl, Sunny Pearl” follows a rambunctious beagle puppy who is full of mischief and never listens to her parents. Her antics drive them crazy until one day she decides to turn things around and become the beloved beagle they always knew she could be. This story captures her journey of transformation and the challenges she faces along the way, ultimately showing the importance of listening and making positive choices.

“Good Girl, Sunny Pearl” is filled with fun, colorful images, and features a fun rhyming read. It is perfect for any dog lover of any age who has survived the infamous puppy training stage!

Ben took to his social media to write: “I’ve waited almost a year to announce this and thought what better day to do it than on my birthday! I am so incredibly proud and excited to announce that I have written and illustrated my first ever children’s book titled ‘Good Girl, Sunny Pearl’ Inspired by the true story of our very own Sunny Pearl and her adventures of her infamous puppy stages!

“I’ve always loved writing and illustrating books all the way back to elementary school! (My mom still has them)! I set a goal for myself in January of this year to actually write, illustrate, and publish a book within the year, and it feels SO GOOD to finally have it finished! It was a learning curve like I’ve never experienced in terms of understanding the process and making it a reality and now here we are!

“I have to thank @mrs._jewells for her input and patience during this process (many many 1-2am nights of me staying up working on this). I also want to thank my family for their support and encouragement, and my BSC family for seeing me work on this on the bus while on tour!

‘Good Girl, Sunny Pearl’ is available in hardback and paperback on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc and I would love for you to check it out and leave a review! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Even tho it was stressful at times, this was one of the coolest and most rewarding things I’ve been able to accomplish on my own. Don’t worry, Henry and Clark will also have their books coming as well! This is only the start! The title for this hit me like a song title would, and I knew I had to run with it! Thank you, Jesus for your help and for giving me the courage and determination to complete this goal of mine!”

Hailing from Glasgow, Kentucky, Wells is a multi-talented musician, songwriter, author, and illustrator. As the guitarist for the internationally acclaimed rock band BLACK STONE CHERRY, Ben has toured the world, captivating audiences with his electrifying performances and heartfelt songwriting. From a young age, Ben nurtured a passion for creativity, finding joy in both drawing and writing. This artistic spirit has remained a cornerstone of his life, influencing not only his music but also his literary and illustrative endeavors. Alongside his wife, Jessica, Ben co-founded The Henry And Clark Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping animals and families in need. Their commitment to making a positive impact reflects their deep compassion and desire to uplift their community. With a rich tapestry of experiences and a heart for both music and storytelling, Ben continues to inspire others through his art and advocacy.

Last month, BLACK STONE CHERRY and Mascot Records have announced the release of a new version of the band’s global hit “Out Of Pocket.” The recording features Jesse Leach from Killswitch Engage.

Watch “Out Of Pocket” featuring Jesse Leach below.

The band shares, “We have been fans of Killswitch Engage since we can remember.  Having Jesse be a part of one of our songs, bringing his intensity and passion, has truly made this a special moment in our sonic journey.”

Jesse Leach offers, “I’d always appreciated the Black Stone guys as good humans and songwriters. However, when I finally saw them live it all clicked for me!  They are a great live band, and I am definitely a fan after seeing their show!  Being asked to jump on this track was such an honor and a pleasure as well! It’s a damn good rock n roll song!”

Watch the original version below.

The band have just completed a tour in the U.S. with Clutch and Rival Sons and the song is released ahead of the bands’ October – November European headline tour which begins on 29 in Berlin, Germany and calls through Luxembourg, The Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Italy, Belgium and the UK, finishing on 23 November in London. Ayron Jones will support them on the entire tour with Skillet joining them for the UK run of shows. Tickets are available AT THIS LOCATION.
 
Talking about the tour they said, “Our beloved Cherry Heads in Europe, we have seen your comments and read all of your messages which have kept us feelin’ fuzzy since the last time we saw you. With that said, it’s been too damn long, and we can’t wait to come back for a full headline tour in October and November!! We look forward to seeing your faces and hearing your voices! Let’s goo!!” 

EU/UK tour dates:
Tue 29 Oct – BERLIN Huxleys – Germany
Wed 30 Oct – HAMBURG Grosse Freiheit 36 – Germany
Thu 31 Oct – DRESDEN Reithalle – Germany
Sat 2 Nov – FRANKFURT Batschkapp – Germany
Sun 3 Nov – LUXEMBOURG Rockhal – Luxembourg
Tue 5 Nov – EINDHOVEN Effenaar – The Netherlands
Wed 6 Nov – PARIS Olympia – France
Fri 8 Nov – ZURICH Komplex – Switzerland
Sat 9 Nov – LAUSANNE Docks – Switzerland
Sun 10 Nov – MILAN Alcatraz – Italy
Tue 12 Nov – MUNICH Muffathalle – Germany
Thu 14 Nov – COLOGNE Live Music Hall – Germany
Fri 15 Nov – LEUVEN Depot – Belgium
Sun 17 Nov – CARDIFF Utilita Arena – UK
Mon 18 Nov – BIRMINGHAM Resorts World Arena – UK
Wed 20 Nov – GLASGOW OVO Hydro – UK
Fri 22 Nov – MANCHESTER AO Arena – UK
Sat 23 Nov – LONDON OVO Arena Wembley – UK

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