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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic explorations throughout vibrant sound for relaxed afternoons immersive listening for focused moments
- 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.
- If you like
- funk, R&B, smooth jazz
Beyond the Blue Horizon is an album by George Benson, released in 1971. A vibrant tapestry of jazz, funk, and R&B woven with Benson's signature guitar finesse. 'Beyond the Blue Horizon' is notable for its innovative blend of genres, contributing to the rise of smooth jazz in the early 1970s. The album received positive reviews and helped establish Benson as a prominent figure in both jazz and popular music, influencing a generation of musicians who sought to merge these styles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beyond the Blue Horizon sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of jazz, funk, and R&B woven with Benson's signature guitar finesse. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes Beyond the Blue Horizon by George Benson notable?
'Beyond the Blue Horizon' is notable for its innovative blend of genres, contributing to the rise of smooth jazz in the early 1970s. The album received positive reviews and helped establish Benson as a prominent figure in both jazz and popular music, influencing a generation of musicians who sought to merge these styles. 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.
Who is Beyond the Blue Horizon for?
Beyond the Blue Horizon works well if you're into steady melodic explorations throughout, vibrant sound for relaxed afternoons and immersive listening for focused moments.
How many songs are on Beyond the Blue Horizon?
Beyond the Blue Horizon has 8 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So What Standout 9:18
- 2 The Gentle Rain Standout 9:12
- 3 All Clear 5:27
- 4 Ode to a Kudu Standout 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
Release Date
May 1, 1971
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 1 sec
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