Soundhouse Staff Member and Alum Porter Chapman Featured in Benson Boone’s VMA-Winning “Beautiful Things” Video

We’re thrilled to celebrate Porter Chapman who was featured on drums in the official music video for Benson Boone’s chart-topping single, “Beautiful Things.” The video, directed by Matt Eastin and filmed near St. George, Utah, showcases Boone and his band performing atop a scenic mountaintop. It quickly gained massive popularity, amassing over 625 million views on YouTube as of April 2025.

The music video’s compelling visuals and performances contributed to its acclaim, culminating in winning the MTV Video Music Award for Best Alternative Video in 2024.

Porter’s appearance in this high-profile project adds to his growing list of accomplishments as a professional drummer and producer. His involvement in such a widely recognized and celebrated music video underscores the impact of Soundhouse's performance-based training in preparing musicians for successful careers in the industry.

Congratulations, Porter! Your Soundhouse family is incredibly proud of your achievements and looks forward to your continued success.

Watch the official music video for “Beautiful Things” here: