Goodies cover

Goodies

George Benson · 1968

38 min · 9 tracks · funk · R&B · smooth jazz

A vibrant blend of jazz and rhythm and blues infused with soulful melodies and intricate guitar work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo grooves
  • soulful melodies for relaxation
  • vibrant background for gatherings
  • intricate guitar detail appreciation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced tracks
  • prefer single standout hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1968, 'Goodies' was George Benson's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'The Other Side of Abbey Road'. At this point in his career, Benson was transitioning from a respected jazz guitarist to a broader popular music audience, exploring more commercial sounds that would define his later success.
Stylistic neighbors
Al Jarreau· Lee Ritenour· Pat Metheny

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Remember Wes 3:50
  • 2 Carnival Joys 3:50
  • 3 You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman 4:40
  • 4 That Lucky Old Sun 3:37
  • 5 Julie 3:10
  • 6 Windmills Of Your Mind 5:00
  • 7 Doobie, Doobie Blues 5:10
  • 8 Song For My Father 4:45
  • 9 People Get Ready 4:10

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata