Ed Bentley's Organ Trio
“[Bentley] is a player's player, meaty rather than flashy... he doesn't need to bluff”
Evening Standard
US-born Ed Bentley has been resident in the UK since the early 70’s and has carved an illustrious career on the international jazz scene as a fine pianist and organist. His fluent “hard bop” influenced playing has been heard alongside the likes of Deniece Williams, Irene Reed (from the Count Basie Band), Percy Sledge, Bobby Watson and Hugh Masekela and boasts a stellar fan base including Sir Paul McCartney, Joe Sample and Tony Bennett. With eight recordings to his name including “Magic Night” and “Bolla, Keyboard Blues” he has performed with his band at the likes of Ronnie Scott’s, The Jazz Cafe and the Royal Festival Hall as well as clubs and festivals around Europe. His work with leading international artists has taken him to Australia, the Far East and Africa as well as the USA. Tonight, Ed will be bringing his trademark, swinging, organ-led outfit that features the remarkable Jim Mullen-guitar and Marius Rodrigues-drums.
“[Bentley] is a player's player, meaty rather than flashy... he doesn't need to bluff” Evening Standard; “Highly Recommended, best gig in town” Guardian