The album features a "young lion" sextet, including Emmet Cohen on piano, Alex Claffy on bass, and Ulysses Owens Jr. on drums. 2017 Benny Benack III - One of a Kind {BB3 Prod...
A creative jazz reimagining of the Burt Bacharach classic. The album features a "young lion" sextet, including
Benack wrote eight of the twelve tracks himself, proving his talent as a composer and arranger alongside his performance skills. Key Tracks & Highlights Benack wrote eight of the twelve tracks himself,
These tracks lean into the crooner tradition, highlighting his warm baritone and expressive phrasing.
A standout track that emphasizes his virtuosic trumpet work.
Critics from All About Jazz and other outlets praised the album for its "fun-loving air" and Benack’s ability to lead a band with undeniable star power. Following the success of One of a Kind , Benack went on to release A Lot of Livin’ to Do (2020) and Third Time's the Charm (2023), continuing to bridge the gap between traditional jazz and modern audience appeal. One of a Kind – Benny Benack III Review | All About Jazz