Bassist, composer and 2017 Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz, Benjamin Jephta, willbe taking the road with the support of Concerts SA in anticipation of the release of his sophomore album, The Evolution of an Undefined’.
Jephta has already become one of the premiere double and electric bass players in South A frica. His debut album, ‘Homecoming’ has received m any accolades including a SAMA and Metro Award nomination and award for ‘Best Male Artist’ and ‘Song of theYear’ at the Wawela Awards in 2016. With this new offering , Benjamin fuses his love forjazz with hip hop, electronic and rock music, reflecting the influence of popular cultureon young people in the 21st century.
Jephta has already become one of the premiere double and electric bass players in South A frica. His debut album, ‘Homecoming’ has received m any accolades including a SAMA and Metro Award nomination and award for ‘Best Male Artist’ and ‘Song of theYear’ at the Wawela Awards in 2016. With this new offering , Benjamin fuses his love forjazz with hip hop, electronic and rock music, reflecting the influence of popular cultureon young people in the 21st century.
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“All art is evolution. What we create builds on what came before - our histories, our memories - and transforms into something new. Evolution Of An Undefined is that process. It’s about staying connected to tradition while reaching towards a new identity. |
The Album is available for pre-order on all digital platforms and releases on 1 May. Benjamin Jephta Elektrik will be touring various venues from next month with the support of Concerts SA as well as Real Wired Music. The tour itinerary is as follows:
