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Beyond the Blue Horizon

George Benson · 1971

54 min · 8 tracks · funk · R&B · smooth jazz

A vibrant tapestry of jazz, funk, and R&B woven with Benson's signature guitar finesse.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic explorations throughout
  • vibrant sound for relaxed afternoons
  • immersive listening for focused moments
  • gentle rhythms for unwinding

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1971, George Benson was transitioning from a respected jazz guitarist to a mainstream artist. 'Beyond the Blue Horizon' followed his acclaimed album 'White Rabbit' and marked a significant step towards his later success in the smooth jazz genre. This album showcased his evolving style and solidified his place in the music scene during a period of creative exploration.
Stylistic neighbors
Al Jarreau· Lee Ritenour· Pat Metheny

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 So What 9:18
  • 2 The Gentle Rain 9:12
  • 3 All Clear 5:27
  • 4 Ode to a Kudu 3:45
  • 5 Somewhere in the East 6:09
  • 6 All Clear (alt. take) 5:45
  • 7 Ode to a Kudu (alt. take) 4:39
  • 8 Somewhere in the East (alt. take) 9:46

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata