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
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