Artist description One of Seattle’s most distinctive voices,critically acclaimed Ben Black, recalls Little Jimmy Scott and Chet Baker in the timbre and pitch of his voice. With full emotional expression he moves effortlessly through the counter-tenor range."Singularly Gorgeous," says Jazz Times Magazine. His latest release, “Remembered Faces/Private Places, opens a treasure chest of international wonders and surprise material; where jazz, pop, and musical standards all live comfortably together.The songs speak about being kinder to each other, on an individual level and to society as a whole. With songs from Armenia, Ireland, Japan, and Latin America as well as the U.S., the play list tackles different languages and difficult issues. With a strikingly personal style and hauntingly beautiful voice, Ben Black distinguishes himself from the rest of the pack.

Music Style Jazz Vocals

Musical Influences Sergio Mendes and Brasil 66, The Singers Unlimited, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald

Similar Artists Chet Baker, Little Jimmy Scott

Artist History The earliest musical influences for me were in listening to my parents' records. My mother was Armenian and German, my father, Slovenian. I was influenced by my Mom's love of Sergio Mendes and Brasil 66, The Singers Unlimited, Nina Simone, and so many of the great musicals of the era. As a young teen I uncovered Mom's old recording of "Sarah Vaughn at Kelly's". This album and Ella's, " A Tisket a Tasket" were a real spiritual awakening for me.

Group Members Ben Black, Gary Fukushima, Marc Seales, Jeff Johnson, John Bishop, Brenda Kay Neth, Marco de Carvalho

Instruments piano, bass, drums, guitar, flute, penny whistle.

Albums Remembered Faces / Private Places

Press Reviews : Ben Black (vocals ... http://www.jazzreview.com/cdreview.cfm?ID=2628

Additional Info http://www.benblack.net

Location Seattle, WA - USA

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