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Koko Bermejo
Koko Bermejo is an acclaimed drummer and multi-instrumentalist. Bermejo is highly regarded in the progressive fusion and jazz-rock scenes. He was a founding drummer of OHM, the American instrumental fusion trio formed by former Megadeth guitarist Chris Poland and bassist Robertino "Pag" Pagliari. Bermejo has an extensive jazz discography spanning New York and the Philippines. He notably released a chamber jazz/fusion collaborative album with bassist Tony Cimorosi titled Change at West 4th Street. Koko Bermejo currently tours with renowned New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett. Koko plays drums and keyboard simultaneously in the ensemble.
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Daniel Bennett: The Deconstructed Songbook
by Konstantin N. Rega
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Daniel Bennett takes on a list of covers for his project The Deconstructed Songbook with surprising results. Joined by drummer Koko Bermejo, Jason Yeager on piano, guitarist Nat Janoff and Jeff Dingler on electric bass, the group feels well-rounded. Though Bennett allows himself one original tune near the beginning, it does not feel out of place beside tracks by Horace Silver or Lennon-McCartney. For fans of Joni Mitchell who like the song “Both Sides Now" (even if Judy Collins' version ...
Continue ReadingDaniel Bennett Group: The Deconstructed Songbook
by Kyle Simpler
In many cases, the idea of “deconstruction" suggests dismantling something to reveal its inner workings. When it comes to art, this is often done in ways that lean toward the avant-garde. But on The Deconstructed Songbook, veteran saxophonist Daniel Bennett takes a different approach. Rather than tearing down familiar material, he reshapes it into something both familiar and modern, offering a new perspective on a collection of mostly well-known songs. Bennett, an award-winning performer and composer with more ...
Continue ReadingDaniel Bennett: Mr. Bennett's Mind
by Glenn Astarita
In the grand saga of his tenth album as a leader, we tiptoe into the whimsical wonderland of saxophonist Daniel Bennett's mind. He does not just wield the saxophone; he also performs on the flute, clarinet, guitar and keyboard, all while basking in the fervent performances of his bandmates. From the saucy saxophone solos to the rhythmic riddles laid down by bassist Kevin Hailey and drummer Koko Bermejo, each track is a lively escapade. Bennett's saxophone pirouettes through ...
Continue ReadingDaniel Bennett Group: New York Nerve
by Tyran Grillo
"This is not a pandemic record, but it is," says Daniel Bennett about his latest album. What might come across as a paradoxical statement is, from the multi-instrumentalist and composer's lips, a poignant assessment of his creative turn. “I didn't go on pause at all. I did my best as a human, using common sense while taking the blessings I had in my life. I didn't want to be consumed by fear. No disrespect, of course, to everyone who has ...
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Koko Bermejo
Location: New York City
Instrument: Drums
