Ben Rector - The Joy of Music (Short Film)

New album ‘The Joy Of Music’ is out now. Watch the official short film, featuring songs from the album, and listen to the full album here: smarturl.it/TheJoyOfMusic
The Joy of Music Merchandise is available now. See all items here: store.benrectormusic.com
Directed by Ben Kadie
Produced by Maggie Phillips and Jason Phillips
Cinematographer: Sten Olson
Choreographer: Dana Wilson
Production Designer: Jamie Weiss
Production Company: Electric Flower Studios
"Supernatural" Starring:
Ben Rector
Christina "Wanda" Prado
Douglas Parr
Guest appearance by Dave Koz
Animator: Morgan Gruer
"Heroes" Starring:
Brian Meegan as Drums Hero
Priscilla Kandel as Bass Hero
Brad Strickland as Guitar Hero
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[@velascocharlotte]

Why is he so underrated, his masterpiece should be known all over the world 😭💖

[@dakotahr5813]

The amount of love I have for this whole film and this whole album is unreal. I just discovered your music back in the summer of 2019, and honestly, I’m so glad I did. Thank you Ben Rector for being you, and for being a lovely artist to listen to!

[@Mrslaneous]

Fairly new Ben fan here, found him on Insta when his “Head Honcho” song came across my reels. Well I’m here to say I came for the reels, stayed for the feels. I just watched this for the first time with my kids. We danced, I cried (Heroes anyone?), and there was joy. Thanks Ben for your music. It’s given me life as we’ve come out of a rough season. You’ve permeated all my playlists and it’s truly a breath of fresh air.

[@Thejockitch]

The thing about Ben rectors songs; is that they aren't directly about inspiration: they're moreover so about life and it's ups and downs. And thats why I like his music so much, because they're about life.

[@msseedlady2587]

Genuine, heartfelt, relatable....REAL

[@casspuffy]

He sings the humans experience. It will only sweeten as he ages.

[@czechyrslf]

Thank you, I have seen it but my dog hasn’t. This is so important.

[@laurakevghas4115]

This is such a beautiful album. My husband passed away unexpectedly last summer, and somehow I found this album. And God uses it to brighten my days and remind me that He’s still got dreams for me. Thank you!

[@joshmortenson5446]

BEN THIS IS WHAT THE MUSIC EXPERIENCE SHOULD ALWAYS BE LIKE!!!!!

[@kellysuew9118]

So happy to get to rewatch and share this! I’ve *Ben* a fan for 10+ years, “Forever Like That” was our wedding song and I’ve seen you in concert 3 times 😊 The last time was in March 2020 when I was technically in labor with my son 🤰🏻and I still told my husband that I was going to the show and I stood in a super long merch line for a t-shirt 😅😅 I joked about naming him Ben, but we ended up on Alvin 💙 My household will always play your music and root your writing on. And I can’t wait to take my son to one of your concerts again someday! He’ll probably dance as much as he did the last time in my belly 😜 Thanks for sharing all the Joy with your music! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kaylinolsen8069]

This song, "Dream on" has a line, "When I close my eyes now, I just fall asleep." So applicable. :) All the songs are real life. I saw him in concert in Utah. Best Concert, ever!

[@kylepetit1189]

Watching it over and over. Absolutely perfect.

[@baileydiamondidis]

This album and film make me feel so childlike and joyful and ready to take on the flippin' world, lol. In love with this, thank you for bringing us this masterpiece Ben!! Truly truly inspired by you!

[@quinncosgrove6317]

This guy doesn't miss

[@eunshilkim3046]

JOY! Amazing music film! Thank you Ben Rector. You are extremely talented. God's favor is upon you. May God continue to bless you and your family. 💕💝💖😍

[@ambergonzales9962]

Loving the message of this album!! This video was a JOY to watch 🤗

[@emilykarns9901]

I got to see this concert in Dallas this summer. What an experience! This album, this music 😭 it's been a blessing to say the least. Thank you Ben. There is so many more things I want to say beyond thank you, but I just can't put it into words. It's just something special and I'm so glad this album exists in the world for ya to listen to ❤️

[@TaylorMcRae]

Even after seeing him in concert 4 times, it never gets old. So much fun, heart, and expression in each song!

[@chriskarki629]

This slaps

[@MashBaggs]

Hi Ben. I was in the BYU Men's chorus when you came to campus a couple years ago. I am so grateful for how consistently great(and clean) your music is. Also this short film is amazing and it looks like you enjoyed it! Keep up the great work

[@ryannelson145]

I got to see this in Chicago! Couldn’t wait to watch it again. Incredible.

[@amywhigham4790]

Hey, Ben! Love your film! So much fun! Also, I really love Joy!! So Big and Red! Just want to hug him! 🥰😍❤❤😃

[@michaelgebben]

I got to see this for the first time LIVE in TN back in Dec! WOW WOW WOW!!! THANK YOU 🙏 !!! The JOY is felt on a deep deep level!!! YOU ROCK! Sending you and your family tons of LOVE ❤️

[@hanedoggy]

"Heroes" is probably one of my favorite music videos of all time and I dont even know why...

[@delynncoppoletti1771]

I love your music! Are you a believer? Sounds like it. There is something so playful and yet meaningful/deep about your music. I have been uplifted! Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us. I'm sharing this with my friends & family.

[@usingalexa7568]

He was enrolled in Christian high school and university. He doesn’t say a lot about his religion these days

[@calebs3203]

Phenomenal job. This album is a Godsend! Ps. You should do a cover of Go the Distance from Disney’s Hercules. (Especially since they’re making a live action version soon!)

[@adriankirby1311]

Oh my gosh, him covering that song would be a DREAM COME TRUE!❤️

[@funnystuffbyjasegraves2407]

"Heroes" helped me survive the last year of my life!

[@laurenbluemusic]

How does this only have 62,000 views. This is amazing. So underrated!!!

[@JoaoReynolds]

This video tugs at my Dad heart strings

[@ryanpainting9137]

So much fun!

[@chandlerhayes4426]

From the walking in between to this. You have saved my life from some of the darkest moments of my life. I’m indebted to you Ben, as a future voice teacher and choir teacher. I will play this music for my students one day, so that your words can be heard, loved, and passed on to the next generation who needs a musician like you. Thank you again Ben, I wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for you.

[@cheriseking4945]

Ben dancing with Joy is such a mood and makes me so happy on the inside! :)

[@jaydododo]

I am 14 and i grew up listening to your music because my dad has loved you from the beginning 😊. So glad to see you living your best life ❤.

[@lopezmeli023]

Genius. Tying all the videos together in one story. Love it

[@honeyhamilton3463]

Magical and healing. What a gift!

[@fjb7380]

You’re just magic Ben 💫 God bless you 🌟

[@brianaking9754]

Getting ready to watch this over and over again (again)

[@yellocoyote]

After seeing this in its entirety a couple weeks ago at House of Blues Chicago, I'm so happy to be able to see it again! Thank you for bringing this to Chicago!

[@natehey]

Dude! Ben! This short film and album have brought me so much laughter and tears of joy. Thank you for finding the joy of music again!! Love your concept and authenticity. Really shines through. Can’t wait to see you live this summer!!

[@grumpywolfgaming]

As a guy in his early 40s who listens to powermetal most of the time I am embaressed to say I just discovered Ben a few weeks ago and his music really helps pick me up on days Im feeling down, lol.

[@NATHANBAYER]

This is awesome! Make joy plush toys please!

[@michellewilliams857]

This is changing my life right now.

[@toddhancock6104]

The sheer beauty of this video makes me cry like a child. (One that grew up idolizing Jim Henson just like Ben obviously did as well❤️ bravo Ben Rector

[@dinoranger2012]

Can't wait to see this live in Dallas in June! This is the Joy we need and you delivered it!

[@elizabethf5819]

Supernatural is vaguely reminiscent of Caption EO era Michael Jackson. Very nostalgic and wonderful.

[@mycrazymoonshot]

Awesome awesome stuff Ben and team. Hope one day to play with ya. 👌 blessings on ya!

[@chriswamahiu8751]

All his music is about nostalgia. Oh, how we wish we never grew up. Listening all the way from the beautiful country of Kenya

[@danamurray2542]

Simply, thank you

[@jacksonstrickland672]

Love this short film so much! So well done!

[@sabrinadenhartog4202]

Absolutely wonderful!

[@anaco.]

This is so beautiful and fun! Artistically and musically brilliant! Your heartfelt lyrics bring tears to my eyes bc you captured my own deep longings about this life 🥹😭 So thank you! Thank you for being real and writing about the true source of joy!!🙏🏽😭🥹🙌🏽❤️🥰

[@oxSTARBRiGHT]

This is so good and I wish you had been able to come to California on the tour! We miss you out here

[@Andrew-tt6xh]

Loved the film. So good. Thanks Ben!

[@stephaniecarter5172]

So my Boss loves Ben Rector…. He introduced Ben Rector’s music during Covid19 when we were always Zooming. Honestly, I REALLY needed this, his music tapped right into my Soul. 🥰

[@kralayne7215]

brb gonna make my family watch this 36 more times this weekend

[@oisacoficial]

Congrats!! Amazing work. It’s so genuine!! I don’t understand why nobody talks about you here in Portugal. Big hug. Keep on going 👏👏 Fly high. Your work should be known all over the world. It’s really inspire.

[@CoreyLester]

Amazing.

[@SandySterlingSmith]

Y'all are sooooo talented! Fantastic!

[@carmendecelle3189]

Laughter + tears! Loved it. Thank you, what a gift!

[@bd8606]

Thank you, Ben.

[@shalomblueballoon]

love this!! Ben Rector fan here....

[@olischneider9649]

Lovely. My Situation

[@AuntCathy]

My heart feels so much love & gratitude for your music. You are a gift to the world & all involved in bringing your music to the world as well. I’m so grateful. Thank you for sharing your gifts & love 🌈

[@alanfrow5792]

Love your talent, your outlook and your vibe. Come to California.

[@gabereezy]

Just a fun, wholesome, joy-filled time. Thank you for creating this!

[@TaylorS144]

this is the best!

[@JoshuaHyles]

Your music has been with me since I started college in Auburn in 2008, and the melodies of your albums have been a soundtrack to many of our lives during the highs and lows. The love put into each word, chord, and message comes through so clearly. The swelling two notes of brass in "Heroes" makes those feelings swell each time. You just have a way with music, and the JOY it brings you is spread so easily to all of us. THANK YOU. I cannot wait to see you in concert again.

[@cameronmalnofski2811]

My now favorite album of yours. Thank you for sharing your gift Ben. I love you ❤️

[@jessicalogan2987]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@michellewilliams857]

This music is changing my life. THANK YOU BEN!!!!

[@honorahgale3365]

so beautiful, thank u

[@joreymccloud8862]

This album is perfect because your music has always brought joy! I can’t wait to see you preform in Columbus in may !!! Thank you for making music that makes everyone happy !!!

[@lucasanderson9944]

It's just so cool man. Well done everybody

[@mata.yoguee]

WOW! Just wow!! 😱😱🙌🏻🙌🏻🔥🔥 And “I miss my old heroes”.. just straight right to my heart 🥺😭🥹

[@justinwhittington4176]

LOVE THIS SO MUCH!

[@alanamirror]

It’s so contagious 🤩

[@CoachMcCabe]

Love…

[@Julia-Bloom]

So good!!!!

[@davidscanlan]

My favorite part was ALL OF IT. Also I need a "making of" for all the time-slowing on Heroes. That must've taken a Ton of practice to "sing in slow motion" and come back on the beat.

[@rachelthomas4619]

I’m so excited to finally be watching this short film :D

[@laynajacobson2501]

Wholesome, more wholesome then whole foods. Love it ❤️

[@fellowhuman7085]

My fave song on the album 💛💫🥳

[@jordanwehrhahn1501]

This is Phenomenal

[@ZionelRichie]

if you didnt get to see The Joy of Music tour..... you missed a masterpiece

[@hudsonspeece5878]

Love this album soooo much. Ben you are my favorite artist and have been for a while! Keep up the amazing work! (and write more peppy dance songs like Range Rover and Fear pls) Blessings! :D

[@sro7891]

Loved this, and seeing you on tour. We were desperately hoping for a joy plush, maybe some day! Thanks for releasing this on my birthday. #blessed

[@etaknar]

This is rad, and I'm glad I texted that number.

[@shorts_not_pants3016]

Steady Love is a feelings hitter! Thank you so much for this whole album Ben!

[@andrewpontikes1143]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@megancassella9559]

Love this so much!! This album is truly so JOYFUL! As a new mom, many of these songs hit a little deeper, and I love sharing them with my boy! Excited to see you in OKC this summer!

[@kibsaimchandomid3830]

So happy there are still great musicians and composers out there. Great music and lirycs. Thx man!

[@allisongreen4098]

I just can't stop watching this, it makes me so happy. Thank you Ben!

[@patrickschwerdtfeger6038]

Sooooo goooood

[@taylor125]

Im in awe this is the best thing ever!!

[@carsynmcpheeters9965]

you honestly make my life so much better by the message your music brings. your lyrics have brought me so much peace in situations and never cease to amaze me. thank you ben! i’m so excited to see you live!

[@ethanbolze7164]

This is incredible Ben!

[@drewjohnson6860]

Yo, Ben. This is a masterpiece. Love it my man.

[@micahlester2176]

🤯❤🤯❤🤯

[@nashvogeltanz1876]

Smart!,!!!

[@sw1ftyTV]

Holy talent :D Good stuff Ben can’t for it live!

[@hunterwallace7310]

Such a bop. Keep doing what you do man. Love your whole discography.

[@2415musiclover]

Loved it a lot and then a note from JANE ❤❤ Thanks for making music and sharing it with us!

[@Mj_ott97]

Love love love!!! Side note: can you be selling JOY plushies on tour or on your website!! I would love to have some more JOY in my life ;)