Stephen Bennett is a singer, songwriter, music producer and playwright who plays piano, upright & electric bass, guitar, and sings.  He composes, programs and arranges music in his personal recording studio.  He has released multiple albums with two groups and over the years has written many original tunes.  He is the author (book and music) of a musical play, “One Day”.   Stephen has played live for many years in pop, punk and original bands in large and intimate clubs in NYC including The Ritz (Webster Hall), Danceteria, CBGB, Studio 54, The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall and many more.  He led a jazz quartet for 15 years as the upright bassist and vocalist.  Stephen is influenced by great songwriters of many genres.  "I enjoy great melody and great lyrics.  At times I enjoy nonsense lyrics too, but prefer to sing and play songs that evoke emotion.”  Stephen is presently working on a collection of original songs and planning to release them in 2025 with a kick-off performance in NYC.