Cheryl Bentyne is a versatile and acclaimed American jazz singer, best known for her work as a member of the Grammy Award-winning vocal group The Manhattan Transfer. Born on January 17, 1954, in Mount Vernon, Washington, Bentyne showed an interest in music from a young age and grew up in a musical family. Before her rise to prominence with The Manhattan Transfer in 1979, she had already established herself on the West Coast jazz scene.

Throughout her career, Bentyne has dazzled listeners with her precise vocal technique and emotive interpretations of classic and contemporary tunes. Her solo work showcases her range and depth as an artist, often paying tribute to the rich history of American jazz and popular music. Bentyne's discography includes a number of critically acclaimed solo albums, such as "Let Me Off Uptown," which explores the music of Anita O'Day, and "The Book of Love," a conceptual album that celebrates the varied dimensions of love through song. More recent projects like "Eastern Standard Time," "reArrangements of Shadows," and "Lost Love Songs" further demonstrate her artistry and dedication to the craft, as she gracefully navigates through standards and lesser-known gems of the jazz repertoire. Bentyne's passion and contributions to the genre have made her a beloved figure among jazz aficionados and a respected artist in the global music community.

Genres

Audiophile Vocal

Contemporary Vocal Jazz

Latest Release

Eastern Standard Time

Mark Winkler•

Cheryl Bentyne

Album - 11 Tracks - Released August 1, 2018