Benjie Porecki is a successful pianist & organist who has a very distinct style and has quite the musical background. Benjie’s latest release is titled ‘All That Matters’ and features six original compositions and four tasteful covers. With different tempos and a variety of elements on display, Benjie Porecki tackles love, loss and ‘All That Matters’ for you and I.
This new album features a talented trio led by Benjie Porecki on piano, organ & pads, Mark Prince on drums and Michael Bowie on bass. Each song on ‘All That Matters’ has its own personal identity as Benjie & company connect with listeners worldwide. With 10 pieces that have various moods in place, Benjie plays for the people and speaks to the masses with ‘All That Matters’.
Push play and enter a “Passage of Time” that offers a mellow sensation and graceful chord progressions. Benjie and his trio provide an incredibly smooth style and one pleasing melody on “Passage of Time”. Next, the listener will hear a delightful version of “Just When I Needed You” by Roberta Flack. “Just When I Needed You” is a pure joy to listen to with fine instrumentation and Benjie proves to be a smooth operator on the keys. Get ready for “Wise Decisions” that has such a nice groove along with plenty of heart & soul. You will be snapping your fingers and swaying your head to the catchy beat on “Wise Decisions”. Benjie Porecki certainly made the right choice with “Wise Decisions” by delivering a song that simply moves you. We are “Home At Last” now as Benjie greets visitors with a welcoming and upbeat environment. Put some pep in your step on “Home At Last” as Benjie and his trio deliver a stand-out performance overall. Next, we hear a fresh take on “Sonora” by jazz pianist Hampton Hawes. Benjie supplies a classy & elegant touch on “Sonora” where you will want to raise your glass and say CHEERS! The title track is up now with “All That Matters” and this is an easy-listening tune that is calm to the core. Just relax and ease your mind because that is “All That Matters” at this point in time. Benjie Porecki provides a strong set on “All That Matters” and is effortlessly gliding through the verses with the utmost precision. Track seven, “Intermezzo”, is a cool jam that will appease your musical palette. Benjie and his team are playing like seasoned vets on “Intermezzo” and will not disappoint the audience. We are ready to “Bring It On Home” next with a satisfying version of a Sam Cooke classic. Benjie plays with style & class on “Bring It On Home” by adding some new layers to the original song. I am really feelin’ this number and I am ready to “Bring It On Home” in a BIG way—YES SIR! A peaceful sensation rushes over you on the following piece titled “Letting Go”. You will be “Letting Go” of all your worries and just enjoy the tranquil sounds and serene environment. Benjie is going out with a dynamite cover of “She’s Gone” by Hall & Oates. “She’s Gone” is one of my personal favorites by Hall & Oates and can say Benjie Porecki did the song justice. With a terrific arrangement and excellent playing, “She’s Gone” offers a jazzy twist that will please listeners everywhere.
Benjie Porecki has been playing music professionally since he was 15 and has covered a wide variety of genres. This versatility as an artist and musician is on full display on ‘All That Matters’ with Benjie leading the charge. Benjie Porecki has been lucky enough to work with such notables as Carlos Santana, Buddy Guy, Pieces of a Dream, Maysa, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Kirk Whalum, Tom Scott, Nnenna Freelon, and Angie Stone among many others. ‘All That Matters’ was released January 1 and you should definitely add this album to your personal playlist! The professionalism and creativity are off the charts on this new record as Benjie Porecki should be very proud of his work and that is… ‘All That Matters’.
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By Jimmy Rae
