Benson Boone: podcast appearances and interviews

Benson James Boone, born on June 25, 2002, is an American singer and songwriter. He began his music career by participating briefly in American Idol in early 2021, before withdrawing voluntarily. Boone gained popularity on TikTok, which helped facilitate his signing with Night Street Records, a label founded by Dan Reynolds. His early singles include 'Ghost Town' released in 2021 and 'In the Stars' in 2022. Boone's debut studio album titled 'Fireworks & Rollerblades' was released in 2024 and reached number six on the US Billboard 200 chart. The album featured the single 'Beautiful Things,' which achieved significant success by peaking at number one on multiple international charts including the Billboard Global 200 and reaching number two on the US Billboard Hot 100. In 2025, Boone released his second studio album, 'American Heart,' which was preceded by several singles including 'Mystical Magical.'