Shivering Timbers

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Shivering Timbers is Sarah Benn, Jayson Benn, joined by Daniel Kshywonis, musicians who call Akron, Ohio home. Our story developed when we -- Sarah and Jayson Benn -- started singing and crafting songs for our then-infant daughter. As she grew the music began to take shape, and a band was born. Our music was discovered by our friend Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys) when we were invited to perform at his birthday party. The first album was subsequently recorded at Auerbach's Akron studio, a

One year later, we met Brian Olive (Greenhornes, Soledad Brothers, Dr. John), and Sarah sang harmonies on his solo album "Two of Everything". Soon we were at his Cincinnati studio recording the second album, "Sing Sing”. Shortly after, we met Daniel Kshywonis playing drums on the street and instantly gravitated toward his inventive style, and invited him out on tour. The trio has been together ever since, though sometimes Sarah and Jayson still tour as a duo.

More importantly, we have been honing our craft on relentless tour stops with Shovels & Rope, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Kenny Loggins, Joe Pugg, Alejandro Escovedo, Carolyn Wonderland, Field Report, Tav Falco, Kopecky, He's My Brother She's My Sister, and so many more; resulting in a live presence that combines Indie Rock energy, Blues/Punk passion, and Country/Gospel reflection.

In 2014 Shivering Timbers was voted Best Musician/Band in Akron Empire, and Second Best Local Band (second to The Black Keys) in Akron Life Magazine.

Shivering Timbers' music has appeared on ESPN, short films, and TV commercial spots.

MPMF.14 Schedule Released

MidPoint Music Festival has released their full performance schedule for the festival that takes place in downtown Cincinnati, September 25-27, 2014. MidPoint has always been the place to discover new indie music on our own turf, and we are more excited for this year than ever! The festival...

Nathan Bolender

Wednesday, August 6, 2014, 7:30am

Warsteiner POP UP Show #3 Friday Featuring ...

Warsteiner, the official beer of Bunbury Music Festival celebrates with secret Pop Up Shows! Get on down to the ROOFTOP at Lavomatic at 7:30p on Friday for the secret band (stay tuned to @Cincy_Music to find out who)! The first week we were all tickled pink to be surprised with Shivering Timbers...

Courtney Phenicie

Thursday, June 12, 2014, 5:14am

Warsteiner Pop Up Show #2 TONIGHT

Warsteiner, the official beer of Bunbury Music Festival celebrates with secret Pop Up Shows! Get on down to Garage OTR (The Segway) at 7:30p for the secret band (stay tuned to @Cincy_Music to find out who)! Last week we were all tickled pink to be surprised with Shivering Timbers at Goetz Alley....

Courtney Phenicie

Friday, May 30, 2014, 5:23am

Experience MPMF at Findlay Market!

Findlay Market has announced the first annual MidPoint Music Festival Day Show event September 27-29, 2013! This 3 day event will showcase 13 local, regional and international bands and is free for the public. There will be 2 stages throughout the weekend–one will be located next to the OTR...

Courtney Phenicie

Monday, September 23, 2013, 4:45am

The Mitchells To Open For Damien Jurado at MPMF ‘13

I’ve written of The Mitchells before – several times, actually – on CincyMusic.com. Though somewhat outside of my normal milieu, The Mitchells have earned my respect as much as my aural devotion. It’s easy to like the music they create – it’s subtle and sincere, quietly emotional and...

Jared Bowers

Sunday, September 22, 2013, 10:15am

CALLING ALL BEARD FANS!

Do you have a beard? Do you like beards? Join in with other beard fans for the 6th Whispering Beard Folk Festival in Friendship, Indiana for the weekend long party of picking, singing, and dancing beards. The outdoor show features traditional folk music to preserve and inspire fans young and...

Crystal Brown

Tuesday, August 20, 2013, 5:07am