Ben Blackwell

Ben Blackwell
Ben Blackwell performing as a drummer
Ben Blackwell, member of The Dirtbombs
Background information
Birth nameBenjamin Jesse Blackwell
Born (1982-06-12) June 12, 1982 (age 42)
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
OriginDetroit, Michigan, U.S.
GenresGarage rock, rock and roll
Occupation(s)drummer, writer, archivist
Years active1999–present
LabelsCass Records, Third Man Records

Benjamin Jesse Blackwell (born June 12, 1982) is an American musician, writer, and record company executive. He is the creator and director of Cass Records, one of two drummers in the Detroit-based rock band The Dirtbombs, a co-founder and minority owner at Third Man Records, and the official archivist of The White Stripes.