Ben Schlabach

Ben is a Harrisonburg native and graduate of Eastern Mennonite University. He and his family—Melanie, Oliver, and Rosie—continue to call Harrisonburg home. The local music community has long been a cornerstone of Ben’s life: he began attending DIY shows in high school and soon found himself playing in bands, booking shows, and making flyers. In 2009, he co-founded Funny / Not Funny Records, a Harrisonburg-based label dedicated to releasing vinyl records and tapes. Today, Ben plays guitar with his long-running band, Uncle Bengine (2009–present), and bass with Rebecca Porter and the Rhinestone Roses.