Biography

With influences ranging from the timeless sounds of The Beatles, to today’s experimental rock bands such as Radiohead or The Mars Volta, The Hollywood Ten strives to integrate vintage, driving music with ambient, catchy melodies and meaningful lyricism. The blues-influenced guitar work of Ben Ford and the grooving, extraordinary bass lines of Michael Ford provide a perfect complement to each other. Anderson and Smith then add tasteful electric organ and chest-thumping drum rhythms to inspire an atmospheric, musical narcotic that the band more than successfully captures in live performances.

"Fresh Nashville rock 'n' roll outfit, The Hollywood Ten brandishes itself with pristene harmonies courtesy of the brothers Ford--Michael and Ben--ripping guitars, tight rhythms and a modern rock edge-meets-indie rock heart. Watch out for 'em."

- Douglas Waterman, Editor-in-Chief, American Songwriter Magazine

"Catch just one Hollywood Ten set and three things will surely happen; your eyes and ears will light up, their original tunes will get in your head and stay there for days, and you'll be marking your calendar with all of their upcoming gigs. Ben and Michael Ford front this alternative rock band with unbridled passion and boundless energy. Treat yourself to the real deal and tune in to The Hollywood Ten."

- Brad Wendkos, President, Truefire.com

All music and lyrics written by The Hollywood Ten, copyright 2006. For booking inquiries, please contact thehollywoodtenmusic@yahoo.com

Additional vocals on "Calmese" preformed by Marsha Hancock.