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Vic’s Las Vegas is swinging into the New Year with world-class jazz artists to entertain diners throughout the month of January, in addition to nightly live jazz from the LVA Jazz Academy.
Jan. 3 & 4
BENNY BENACK III
7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
By age 32, Emmy-nominated trumpeter and singer Benny Benack III has proven to be that rarest of talents: not only a fiery trumpet player with a stirring command of the post-bop trumpet vernacular in the vein of Kenny Dorham and Freddie Hubbard but also a singer with a sly, mature, naturally expressive delivery in the post-Sinatra mold, performing standards and his own astute songs with a thrilling sense of showmanship. This dual-threat ability was recognized by the 2022 Downbeat Critics Poll, where he appeared as the No. 2 Rising Star Male Vocalist and a top Rising Star Trumpeter. His superb intonation and bracing virtuosity enable him to handle astounding feats of originally composed vocalese (complex solos with written lyrics). On top of it all, he’s also a highly capable pianist.
Benny has performed internationally as an Emcee/Host for the YouTube sensation Postmodern Jukebox and achieved his own viral success, amassing millions of views for his crooning alongside the Grammy-award-winning “8-Bit Big Band”. In early 2020, he released A Lot of Livin’ to Do, the follow-up to his well-received 2017 debut One of a Kind. This sophomore effort, richly varied in mood and brimming with bop inflection, features bassist extraordinaire and Jazz ambassador Christian McBride (whose Grammy-award-winning Big Band frequently calls upon Benny in the trumpet section) and drummer/producer Ulysses Owens, Jr., as well as the radiant Takeshi Ohbayashi on piano and Rhodes. His vocalese duet on “Social Call” from this album alongside fellow young star vocalist Veronica Swift became an instant smash hit single, being transcribed and learned by Jazz vocalists around the world.
Jan. 17 & 18
PATRICK HOGAN
7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
At just 25, Patrick Hogan has already become a force in the fiercely competitive Las Vegas entertainment scene. By day, he’s a standout UNLV master’s student. By night, he’s a powerhouse performer gracing some of the city’s top stages, including The Mayfair Supper Club at the Bellagio, The Nevada Room, and The Mob Museum’s Underground Speakeasy.
Described as a “musical savant” and “jazz wunderkind,” Patrick blends timeless classics from the golden age of jazz with his own unique style, wowing audiences with his virtuosity and captivating stage presence. His talent is undeniable, his charm unmatched, and his star is just beginning to rise.
Jan. 24 & 25
JOE LANO QUARTET
7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Joe Lano has become a staple at Vic’s Las Vegas, performing regularly at the venue since its opening. With his group’s unique blend of old-school charm and modern jazz innovation, he has established himself as a favorite among Vic’s audiences, captivating them with seamless interplay and heartfelt interpretations.
Joe Lano himself, one of the jazz world’s best-kept secrets, is a world-class guitarist, arranger, and composer who has been a mainstay of the Las Vegas and West Coast music scene for over 50 years. Since moving to Las Vegas in 1964, Joe has performed with nearly every major act in show business, including legends like Frank Sinatra, Lena Horne, and Steve Lawrence. A student of the renowned Dennis Sandole—John Coltrane’s teacher—Joe combines technical mastery with a deep, creative musicality.
Joe brings a fresh approach to classic jazz standards with inventive arrangements, compelling reharmonizations, and intricate guitar/bass ensemble passages. Accompanied by Jess Gopen on drums and Jeff Davis on bass, the Trio delivers intuitive and swinging performances. Jess, a Berklee College of Music graduate, and Jeff, a UNLV Jazz Studies alumnus, are seasoned musicians who have worked with a wide range of renowned artists.
Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park
No cover and no minimums. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, the award-winning Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 1 a.m., Vic’s features Italian American cuisine, a full-service bar with Happy Hour from 2 – 5 p.m., gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.
