MATT BENSON

Announces new single “The Way It Should Be” releasing 22 May

Ahead of debut album release Sit Back Down Again on 11 July (pre-order now)

Singer-songwriter Matt Benson is set to release “The Way It Should Be” on 22 May, the third single from his highly anticipated debut album Sit Back Down Again, scheduled for release on July 11 (pre-order now)

Following the emotional debut single Sit Back Down Again—a moving tribute to his late sister Catherine, affectionately known as “Kathy”—and the nostalgic Strangers & Angels, which offered a cinematic reflection on the wistful memories of youth, Matt continues his storytelling journey with a bold new track.

“The Way It Should Be” is what Matt describes as a classic “pay-off” song—an old-school songwriting style with a punchline twist. “It features a touring trombone player who suspects his partner is cheating on him,” Matt explains. “But he’s got some jaw-dropping news of his own to share at the end. Have a listen to hear the punchline!”

With heartfelt lyrics, rich storytelling, and a dash of unexpected humour, The Way It Should Be promises to be another compelling chapter in Matt’s growing body of work.

Matt Benson has enjoyed a prolific career as a trombonist since his professional debut in 2010. Known for his work with George Ezra (since 2017), Bad Manners, The Pogues, Neil Hannon, Hot 8 Brass Band, and even Brian May, he’s performed on stages from Glastonbury to The Tonight Show, The Brit Awards, and Jools Holland’s Hootenanny. He’s earned praise from legends like Quincy Jones—who called him “a great trombone player”—and Paul Sanchez of HBO’s Treme, who said, “this guy can play his ass off!”

Now, after years supporting some of music’s biggest names, Matt Benson is stepping into his own light. Sit Back Down Again promises to be a soulful, story-rich debut, filled with heart, history, and a whole lot of brass.

Catch Matt live this summer at the following venues:

Sun. 1 June       The American Bar, Belfast -Show 2-5pm / SOLD OUT

Fri. 20 June       Club Beo, Leo’s Tavern Donegal 

Thurs. 26 June   Shamrock Bar, Falcarragh, Donegal

Sun. 6 July        The American Bar, Belfast  – Show 2-5pm / Tickets £12.50

Sat. 6 Sept.       Black Box, Belfast with The New Leaves