Jazz Articles about Eli Bennett

Eli Bennett: Breakthrough

by Dan Bilawsky
February 17, 2015

Checking out up-and-coming tenor saxophonists is often akin to checking out strong man competitions: In both cases you often have strapping and stentorian figures going through their routine(s) while trying to impress by bulldozing through anything in their path. These types of musical displays are often awe-inspiring, whether observed live or on record, and a good number of dazzling tenor exhibitionists have truly earned the attention, ink, and acclaim they've received through such work. But there are also plenty of ...