We are absolutely beyond thrilled to finally check out in it’s entirety, the phenomenal debut solo album, “Benergy”, from Big D and the Kids Table Bassist Ben Basile, via , Sleepwalk Sounds. You can listen to “Benergy” Here

Ben Basile, (pronounced  “ba-sill-ee”)has crafted a vibrant, melodic work of art with “Benergy” , that is a must listen for anyone who calls themselves music lovers.

We were absolutely captivated by the three singles that were released before the album, ( “Mountain Road,”74 Leonard Street” and “Cacao Knibb”)

Benergy’, the album’s title, originated from a lighthearted moment with one of Basile’s bass students. “When I play ska punk, like with Big D and The Kids Table, it’s all about playing on top, playing with momentum and energy. Pushing the music the entire time,” Basile explains. His student’s response? “Benergy?”—a phrase that stuck and ultimately became the album’s name.

Ben Basile is a Hudson Valley-born musician who grew up in Wappingers Falls and now lives in Rosendale, NY.

His passion for music ignited in his youth, sparked by a stack of ska and punk rock CDs from his sister.

A graduate of Dutchess Community College and SUNY New Paltz, Basile studied jazz and business before launching a career that’s taken him across six continents with legendary acts like Pilfers, New York Ska-Jazz Ensemble, and Big D and the Kids Table — all while staying deeply rooted in the Hudson Valley music scene.

The new album, ‘Benergy’, is a culmination of Basile’s years of musical exploration and passion, featuring a stellar lineup of musicians from the ska and jazz worlds. Recorded at multiple studios across the East Coast and mastered by Tom Rosato of Zena Mastering,

Every song on the album is brimming with “Benergy”

Some of our favorite tracks on “Benergy” are “Dub 215”, “87 to 90” and “Hot Drop” However, our favorite track on the album, is “Whataboutism” We are completely smitten with track . Ben Basile , has created a brilliant and memorable groove that is absolutely top notch. ( We freaking love it )

Go find your favorite music listening device and get lost in the beauty of “Benergy” from Ben Basile.

Upcoming Shows:

Thursday, June 5th: All Points West – Newark, NJ
Friday, June 6th: Reason & Ruckus – Poughkeepsie, NY
Saturday, June 7th: TBA – Boston, MA
Sunday, June 8th: Hutghi’s – Westfield, MA
Tickets at benbasile.com