OMAHA, NE – June 18, 2025 – Shred maestro and genre-defying guitar innovator Rene Benton has officially landed at #55 on the Billboard/Luminate Hot 100 Rock Songs chart with his electrifying single, “Love Is Pain,” taken from his newly released live album, “2 Live in O-Ma-Haw; Lyvv in Omaha,” out now on MTS Records.
Benton’s chart breakthrough is a landmark moment in his career, capturing the raw, high-octane energy of his live performance while connecting with a wide audience through the song’s unflinching emotional edge and jaw-dropping musicianship.
“Love Is Pain is more than just a song title—it’s a truth that resonates with anyone who’s ever gone through it and come out the other side stronger,” said Benton. “To see this track climb onto Billboard’s Hot 100 Rock chart, especially from a live album, is a massive honor.”
“2 Live in O-Ma-Haw; Lyvv in Omaha” showcases Benton’s signature blend of melodic precision, blistering solos, and modern rock grit, all captured in front of a fired-up hometown crowd. The album has already garnered critical praise and a surge in digital streams, with “Love Is Pain” leading the charge on radio and rock playlists nationwide.
Michael Stover of MTS Management Group adds, “Rene has built his career on authenticity, passion, and next-level skill. This Billboard chart entry proves what fans and critics already know—he’s the real deal, and he’s only just getting started.”
“Love Is Pain” is now streaming on all major platforms. “2 Live in O-Ma-Haw; Lyvv in Omaha” is available via MTS Records.
ABOUT RENE BENTON:
Rene Benton is a fiercely versatile guitarist whose career spans continents, genres, and generations. Born in Omaha, Nebraska and shaped by influences from progressive rock icons Kansas to funk pioneers Cameo, Rene honed his musical path after serving in the Marine Corps. With performances in 42 U.S. states and over 70 countries, his global resume includes playing with legends like Chubby Checker, Sweden’s pop sensation Gigi Hamilton, and Grammy-winning talents such as Sleepy Brown and Mel Brown. From recording the fusion-laced Xpressions albums with elite musicians like Philip Bynoe and Atma Anur to contributing to a #1 UK soul album with Kim Tibbs, Rene’s career is a blend of high-octane showmanship and technical mastery. He has served as a music supervisor for award-nominated films and recently returned to his roots with 2 Live in O-Ma-Haw; Lyvv in Omaha, a blistering live album celebrating both his evolution and Omaha’s influence. Whether shredding rock, channeling funk, or scoring for film, Benton proves that his guitar is more than an instrument—it’s a passport to every corner of musical expression.
More info: https://renebenton.net/
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