The Definition of a “Northern Knockout”
Ben Durand’s journey is the definition of grit. Whether he was refusing to take “no” for an answer as an Auburn football walk-on or racking up hundreds of thousands of streams in a single week on the country charts, Ben’s journey is proof of what happens when you refuse to quit.
In this episode of The All-In Sports Huddle, we sit down with the Tyngsboro, MA native to discuss his incredible transition from the SEC gridiron to the music stage, his deep roots in the community, and why he’ll always be a Patriots fan at heart.
Listen below to hear Ben’s wild SEC story and an exclusive, live in-studio performance you won’t hear anywhere else!
From Tyngsboro Tigers to Auburn Tigers
We dove into the wild story of how Ben walked on to Auburn University to play football. After not being offered acceptance right away, Ben stayed the course – a mindset that eventually led him to the 2013 SEC Championship squad. We discuss the obstacles he faced on the field and how that same determination fueled his music career when he picked up the guitar during the pandemic.
Live Music & Tributes
Ben didn’t just talk sports; he brought his guitar and played live in-studio! This episode features:
- A special tribute to Brad Arnold and the legendary Mississippi rock band 3 Doors Down.
- The story behind “Northern Knockout,” Ben’s hit single currently taking the country scene by storm.
- Behind-the-scenes tales of opening for national acts like Lee Brice and Runaway June.
Super Bowl Strategy & Hometown Talk
Between the music sets, we talked about what matters most: family, friends, and the New England Patriots. We also checked in with Gary Mulkigian, who called into the hotline to break down the essential keys to this year’s Super Bowl.
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