Ben Stopfel is a Winnipeg-based musician whose work is rooted in emotional honesty, melodic restraint, and a deep respect for songcraft. Known for his quietly compelling presence, Stopfel writes songs that sit comfortably between folk, indie rock, and alternative, guided by thoughtful lyricism and a voice that favours sincerity over spectacle. His music reflects a prairie sensibility — spacious, reflective, and grounded — drawing listeners in through subtle detail rather than grand gesture.
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Thank you Winnipeg!!! I am so honoured to have been able to share my music with you, you were a fantastic audience 🥹
I have so many people to thank, starting with @_s_u_n_r_o_o_m_@sp33dreader.songs without whom this show would not have happened! Thank you for sharing your beautiful music and allowing me to be a part of it :)
@elio.ugrin for opening the show and my heart bc your tunes are gorgeous!!!
My incredible band for being the best band in the world after one practice @ivanburke@sean4444@ivanburke@reallovewpg@publicdomainwpg for providing logistics and the venue!!
@timiskierski for going above and beyond and recording the show whilst making us sound great!!(more on that later ;))
@josephvisser for taking these beautiful photos and rolling with the punches!!
@truthinthewell@thesouthernoracle_ for making their gorgeous poster that will now be my font forever :)
@taylorjanzen for singing with me ❤️
Folk artist @ben.stopfel spent the majority of his musical career here in Winnipeg, before decamping to Nashville a couple of years ago and plying his trade as a songwriter in Music City.
He’s back home for a show at Public Domain on Dec. 28 (which means this one is time-sensitive and will jump the queue).
Stay tuned for our conversation about the two cities, coming back to Winnipeg, the differences between being a songwriter and a performer, and much more.
