Album Notes

Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, Ariel has been performing music since he was eight... and still is - Forming the Band "Belkins", with Bassist Nicholas Staub, drummer Luis Briones and lead guitarist Charlie Patnoe.

Starting with classical music in a conservatory, he studied six years of Soprano, Alto and Tenor recorder. Later putting classical music aside, Ariel continued with the acoustic guitar, studying privately and writing songs of his own. Influenced by Dave Matthews' rhythmic playing style and emotionally fueled by the tragic events that struck his family, Ariel went on to perform with his band and solo in local shows, bars and clubs. Rich, intricate acoustic guitar playing, deep poignant vocal melodies and a natural ability to combine the two, are showcased in his original material.

After three years in the Israeli military, Ariel moved to the US and begun traveling, while performing locally wherever he went, finally ending his travels in Los Angeles, where he formed "Belkins". Producing his and his band' debut Albums "Find Each Other" and "Magic Place", both found on CDbaby or iTunes, Ariel and "Belkins" continue to spread their unique and addictive style of music in LA.

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