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Austin American Statesman: "...a perfect blend of Bill Evans and Brainiac..."
Austin Sound: "Among the many bands with connections to Austin’s New Music Co-op, Benko may be the most straightforwardly indie band, but the trio’s background in more experimental projects still shines through to enrich their songs with impressive, often subtle textures."
Austin Chronicle: "Mars may need guitars, but we've got more than enough down here. That's why Benko's vibraphone-for-guitar take on indie-pop sounds so refreshing. While this might come off as novelty in the hands of dilettantes, vibraphonist Sarah Norris, bassist Erik 'the Butcher' Grostic, and drummer Graham Reynolds all ooze voracious chops. The Austin trio's self-released debut EP, An International Affair, offers an intriguing first take."
yaris-sxsw: "Clever, artful pop from a classically trained trio of bass, drums, and vibraphone. Indie pop rhythms with a thick, vibe-heavy sound made sweeter with tight male/female vocal harmonies."
KUT Radio: "an eclectic pop sound - with vibraphone", Austin Music Minute
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