“Ben Stalets is the folk hero Toledo needs right now.” - Jason Webber, The Blade 

"Ben Stalets shares his tales of true love, police raids, friends, and good fortune through smart lyrics, humor, and euphonic guitar licks.  Derived from his blue-collar roots in Toledo, Ohio, and honed through extensive touring, Ben's original music, charming personality, and quirky approach to storytelling are so uncommon that you're going to wonder if folks like Bob Dylan were influenced by his approach to songwriting.  To experience Ben Stalets "live" is the very essence of Americana and an opportunity that shouldn't be missed." - Shane Finster, Producer, Press Room Recordings

“Ben Stalets has a time out of mind quality about him, sidestepping from contemporary musical trends.” - Pop Matters

“…a who’s-who of prolific late 20th century songwriters; sometimes he evokes tinges of Simon and Lennon, or Zevon and Prine. His down-to-earth vocals a chameleon, Stalets deftly navigates his offbeat roots rock, a convincing songwriter and frontman, to boot.” - forfolkssake.com 

“Ben Stalets certainly has a way with words and melody that throws him into a poignant concoction that blends the rootsy sounds of Wilco, Amos Lee, Tim Buckley, and Smog.” - Glide Magazine

“One might call Ben an outlaw troubadour, given how tender his delivery is, which takes its cues from the calm of such acclaimed artists as John Prine and Bill Callahan.” - Rock & Roll Globe

“It’s artist like Ben Stalets that Midwesterners get spoiled with.” - MidwesternGentleman.com