All That Matters
Funklove, 2025
8/10
The piano, organist and pads player Benjie Porecki is joined by Mark Prince and Michael Bowie for these 10 groove filled tracks that invite balladry, too.
The cautious “Passage Of Time” opens with Porecki’s warm keys alongside Prince’s soft drumming, and “Just When I Needed You” follows with a gentle melody, where the playful keys and Bowie’s gentle bass make an impression.
“Sonora” and the title track land in the middle. The former pays strong attention to mood via the emotive piano, atmospheric drums and soothing bass, while the latter enters dreamy territory amid the touching interaction between the trio.
Residing near the end, “Letting Go” emits elegance and grace that suits the meticulous piano, and “She’s Gone” exits with an upbeat delivery thanks to the rich rhythm section and Porecki’s finger acrobatics.
A charming body of work, the trio touch on gospel, waltz and soulful nods to create timeless jazz sensibilities.
Travels well with: Cliff Korman Trio- Urban Tracks; Matt Panayides Trio- With Eyes Closed