Ben Gibbard Stories

Listen To Death Cab For Cutie’s First Show Ever

Death Cab For Cutie formed 20 years ago, and to celebrate their anniversary the band has shared a recording of their very first show.The acoustic set took place in a friends living room, with roughly 25 people in attendance, sitting on the ground or couches. It took place shortly after Ben Gibbard and Chris Walla finished...

Review / Setlist/ Video | Ben Gibbard @ Thalia Hall 1/19/17

Words: Alex Wood | Photo: @amacatlettThough Ben Gibbard has become a household name in the indie scene thanks to Death Cab For Cutie and The Postal Services undying popularity, the songwriter enjoys an especially strong following in Chicago.His first of two sold-out nights at Thalia Hall justified this following, with Gibbard offering an eclectic...

Review | Ben Gibbard Live From Studio X 4/14/15

By: Alex WoodDeath Cab For Cuties Ben Gibbard performed an intimate WXRT Studio X session at the Empty Bottle on Tuesday, offering a handful of acoustic songs and multiple live interviews.Two weeks away from Death Cab For Cuties Chicago Theatre dates, Gibbard flew to Chicago specifically for the short sessions, a fact that WXRTs...