Playing on the Cross Roads stage at 9pm - acoustic duo show. Van Arlo is the indie-acoustic project of Ohio-based singer-songwriter Ben Marthey, whose music blends raw vulnerability with cinematic arrangements and roots-driven storytelling. Inspired by artists like City and Colour, Zach Bryan, and Gregory Alan Isakov, Van Arlo crafts songs that feel lived-in — equal parts grit and grace — with lyrics that speak directly to the restless heart. Known for its emotionally charged live performances, Van Arlo has earned regional acclaim and national attention, recently being nominated for Best New Artist at the Cleveland Music Awards. The project has been featured on NPR’s Ideastream and the Fox 8 Morning Show, expanding its reach to audiences looking for authenticity in a saturated musical landscape.
