“America” (from West Side Story)

The String Revolution, featuring Lakecia Benjamin

On their new single, Grammy Award®️ Winning guitar trio The String Revolution reimagines Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim’s iconic West Side Story anthem, “America,” blending elements of jazz, Latin rhythms, and cinematic guitar textures.

At the forefront is acclaimed 5 time Grammy nominee saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin, whose expressive playing reshapes the familiar melody. She is joined by percussionist Luis Conte, adding intricate rhythmic layers, and upright bassist Byron House, grounding the piece with a steady pulse. The String Revolution’s signature guitar arrangements weave throughout, precise and percussive, adding depth and nuance.

Produced by John Carter Cash and Steve Schnur, engineered by Trey Call and Rafa Sardina, and mastered by Emerson Mancini, the track offers a cross-genre conversation that bridges decades and cultures. It reflects the diversity, complexity, and vibrancy of America, where musical traditions intersect and evolve.