Michael J. Benjamin releases Ocean Away Acoustic

Singer-songwriter Michael J. Benjamin's new single "Ocean Away (Acoustic)" is now available on all major streaming platforms. The song explores the theme of embracing change as the singer grapples with a long-distance love, eventually taking a leap of faith. When Benjamin was 15, he moved from Stockholm to Amsterdam and was inspired by a long-distance love and Bob Dylan's music, specifically "Girl From the North Country Fair" and "Boots of Spanish Leather."

The song offers listeners both comfort and life lessons, encouraging people to follow their hearts and make positive, impulsive decisions. The creative process behind the song was spontaneous, composed in just 10 minutes, and refined with Jon McMullen, who also produces for Wet Leg, giving it a unique sonic ambience with elements like rice shakers, harmonium, and acoustic guitars.