Benny Benack III - One Of A Kind (2017)

At the age of 26, Pittsburgh-born, New York-based Jazz musician Benny Benack III has been hailed by Nate Chinen of the New York Times as “a charismatic young trumpeter who maintains an earnest sideline as a singer". As a dual-threat, he’s quickly established himself as one of the most versatile and virtuosic voices of his generation. He first made his mark internationally through competitions, highlighted by winning the Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet Soloist Competition (2011), and being a Finalist for the prestigious Thelonius Monk International Jazz Competition (2014). After placing in a number of US vocal competitions as well (Gentleman Sing, Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival), the stage was set for his bright career. On September 15th, 2017 his first solo album “One of a Kind" released worldwide, signaling his arrival as a major international artist for years to come.

TRACKLIST

01. One of a Kind
02. Kiss Me Slowly
03. I Found You
04. You Already Know
05. Looking for Love
06. Jumpstart
07. When Midnight Comes
08. Close to You
09. I Only Have Eyes for You
10. LondonTowne
11. Guh Guh Guh
12. Benny's From Heaven