The Missing Miles

About

The Missing Miles (often performing as Red Ben & The Missing Miles) is a Stevens Point, Wisconsin-based roots band led by songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ben Lila ("Red Ben"). Their sound is a unique confluence of bluegrass, rock, ragtime, and Americana, characterized by high-energy performances and soul-packed original songwriting. Formed around 2015, the group has become a fixture of the Wisconsin roots music scene, performing at major regional festivals like Mile of Music, Moon Dance, and the Fox Valley Roots Festival. The band's discography includes albums such as Steady for the Sky (2018) and Ride & Be Ridden (2025). Lead songwriter Ben Lila also performs as part of the folk duo Bomber & Red.