by Frank-John Hadley, Downbeat “Recording almost half of this jazz album remotely, singer-trumpeter Benny Benack III and pianist-conductor-arranger Steven Feifke put their enthusiasm for Christmastime and the eight days of Hanukkah to good use on wintry material played by a 16-piece band and smaller groups.” Read the full article here.
by Ross Boissoneau, Something Else “Big bands are also bringing the joy. Bandleader and arranger Steven Feifke and lyricist, vocalist and trumpeter Benny Bennack III joined forces for Season’s Swinging Greetings. It kicks off with the enjoyable original “I Think My Girlfriend is an Elf” and hits a host of high notes (literally and figuratively). Another … Read More
by Mark Ruffin, Jazziz “Two ascending stars of the New York jazz scene have gotten together for what is definitely one of the most fun holiday releases of the year. “Season’s Swingin’ Greetings” (Cellar Music Group) finds the young trumpeter/vocalist Benny Benack III the perfect ornament for the Steven Feifke Big Band.” Read the complete article … Read More
by Thomas Cunniffe, Jazz History Online “Covering Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s Eve, Benny Benack‘s holiday collaboration with Steven Feifke offers “Season’s Swingin’ Greetings” to his evergrowing fan base. The album was recorded over a three-year period with some tracks recorded remotely thanks to COVID. But the recording method is secondary on this delightful album, as Benack … Read More
by George Harris, Jazz Weekly “Co leaders Benny Benack III on trumpet and vocals with pianist/conductor Steven Feifke lead a mix and match big band on a mix of Vegas meeting the Catskills for the Christmas and Chanukah Holidays.” Read the full review here.
