Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Reel returns today with the powerful, soul-stirring new album ‘Spirit’s Not Broken’, supported by three launch shows:
Sat, Jan 17, 2026 @ 8:00PM – The Barn (Heart’s Cottage), Co. Armagh
Fri, Jan 23, 2026 @ 9:00PM – Arthur’s Jazz & Blues Club, Co. Dublin
Sat, Jan 24, 2026 @ 8:00PM – Chandler’s House, Co. Down
Each of Ben Reel’s albums carries an undercurrent, and his twelfth studio album, ‘Spirit’s Not Broken’, is no exception. In a world gripped by conflict, climate anxiety, and suffering, it’s easy to feel powerless. Yet this record reaffirms a timeless truth – the power of love and human connection.
“In the chaos, love is our anchor. It starts within—facing our fears, learning to love ourselves—so we can care for others. Because at the end of the day, love and connection are all we truly have”.
Musically, ‘Spirit’s Not Broken’ begins with raw rock energy before flowing into soulful, R&B-infused grooves, evoking echoes of Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Van Morrison, and Sting. The result is an uplifting and deeply human work ,both urgent and timeless.
With a modern take on a 60s-inspired sound, focus track “Better Be Better” delivers pounding drums, big guitars, and raw emotion. The song tells the story of a rocky relationship; “It better be better than the year before or I’m walking out that door”, where the man is fuelled by desperation and a heartfelt plea for forgiveness. Exploding with intensity, it channels timeless influences, including a clear nod to The Beatles.
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