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Six -time GRAMMY nominee Lakecia Benjamin is an alto saxophonist, MC, and
bandleader known for her captivating live performances. Her acclaimed
albums Phoenix and Pursuance: The Coltranes have firmly established her among
jazz's foremost artists, with praise from The New York Times, The Guardian, and
DownBeat.
Phoenix earned her three GRAMMY nominations and an NAACP Image Award
nomination for Outstanding Jazz Album. Named Alto Saxophonist of the Year by the
Jazz Journalist Association and Jazz Scholar by the Library of Congress, Benjamin's
prominence continues to rise.
In 2024, she released Phoenix Reimagined (Live) on Ropeadope, featuring
collaborations with John Scofield, Randy Brecker, and JeU “Tain” Watts. Her
performance was highlighted on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert and received
exceptional reviews during her debut on NPR’s Tiny Desk, further showcasing her
exceptional talent. Phoenix Reimagined also received 2 GRAMMY nominations.
bandleader known for her captivating live performances. Her acclaimed
albums Phoenix and Pursuance: The Coltranes have firmly established her among
jazz's foremost artists, with praise from The New York Times, The Guardian, and
DownBeat.
Phoenix earned her three GRAMMY nominations and an NAACP Image Award
nomination for Outstanding Jazz Album. Named Alto Saxophonist of the Year by the
Jazz Journalist Association and Jazz Scholar by the Library of Congress, Benjamin's
prominence continues to rise.
In 2024, she released Phoenix Reimagined (Live) on Ropeadope, featuring
collaborations with John Scofield, Randy Brecker, and JeU “Tain” Watts. Her
performance was highlighted on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert and received
exceptional reviews during her debut on NPR’s Tiny Desk, further showcasing her
exceptional talent. Phoenix Reimagined also received 2 GRAMMY nominations.
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