Formed in the spring of 1988, Majôsha (pronounced ma-JOSH-a)[2] featured Millard Powers on guitar and lead vocals, Dave Rich on drums, and Folds on bass.

At the time, paying gigs had a preference for bass players who could slap, so Ben picked up the technique quickly[2] and it became a mainstay in the sound of the band.

[7] The band broke up in early 1990, and Ben quickly formed the short-lived Pots & Pans with himself on drums, Evan Olson on bass, and Britt “Snüzz” Uzzell on guitar and vocals.

Outside of the band Folds has pursued a successful solo career and collaborated with artists such as Amanda Palmer, William Shatner, Regina Spektor, "Weird Al" Yankovic, and yMusic.

After the break-up of Bus Stop, Powers has released a eponymous solo album, and has been the bassist of Counting Crows since 2008, appearing on every record since the departure of Matt Malley.