Hi, I’m Benton Merkel. I’m a multi-instrumentalist and writer who has composed and performed original music with multiple bands for roughly a decade. I love playing guitar, bass, drums, and singing, and I have production and recording experience in home and professional studio settings. I'm also a multi-media visual artist, and have created countless original pieces using a plethora of materials. Beyond the stage, I’ve developed experience in sales and kitchen roles, which has sharpened my work ethic, adaptability, and teamwork. I also have a bachelor's degree in philosophy with a minor in music recording from Northeastern University, which has allowed me to become proficient with multiple DAWs such as Logic, Reaper, and ProTools. I’m eager to connect with collaborators and opportunities that challenge me as a musician, producer, and artist, while continuing to grow across creative disciplines.

Benton Merkel

Hi, I’m Benton Merkel. I’m a multi-instrumentalist and writer who has composed and performed original music with multiple bands for roughly a decade. I love playing guitar, bass, drums, and singing, and I have production and recording experience in home and professional studio settings. I'm also a multi-media visual artist, and have created countless original pieces using a plethora of materials. Beyond the stage, I’ve developed experience in sales and kitchen roles, which has sharpened my work ethic, adaptability, and teamwork. I also have a bachelor's degree in philosophy with a minor in music recording from Northeastern University, which has allowed me to become proficient with multiple DAWs such as Logic, Reaper, and ProTools. I’m eager to connect with collaborators and opportunities that challenge me as a musician, producer, and artist, while continuing to grow across creative disciplines.

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Hi, I’m Benton Merkel. I’m a multi-instrumentalist and writer who has composed and performed original music with multiple bands for roughly a decade. I love playing guitar, bass, drums, and singing, and I have production and recording experience in home and professional studio settings. I’m also a multi-media visual artist, and have created countless original pieces using a plethora of materials.

Beyond the stage, I’ve developed experience in sales and kitchen roles, which has sharpened my work ethic, adaptability, and teamwork. I also have a bachelor’s degree in philosophy with a minor in music recording from Northeastern University, which has allowed me to become proficient with multiple DAWs such as Logic, Reaper, and ProTools. I’m eager to connect with collaborators and opportunities that challenge me as a musician, producer, and artist, while continuing to grow across creative disciplines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Pizza Maker at Sal's Pizza
May 31, 2024 - August 31, 2025
Pizza making, customer service, solo-shifts, kitchen management

Education

High School Diploma at Owen J. Roberts High School
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2022
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, minor in Music Recording at Northeastern University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Study Abroad / Exchange Program at Northeastern University London Campus
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026

Qualifications

Music Scholarship
January 1, 2022 - June 23, 2026
Dean's List
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Retail