Released 20 years ago
The Essential George Benson
George Benson · 2006
147 min · 21 tracks · funk · R&B · smooth jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and pop showcasing Benson's virtuosic guitar work and smooth vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
- for relaxed afternoon vibes
- exploratory sessions with rich textures
- engaging guitar solos to savor
- smooth vocals for easy listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- want concise single experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 'The Essential George Benson' came during a period where Benson was celebrated as a smooth jazz icon. This compilation highlights his extensive career from the 1970s through the early 2000s, encapsulating his evolution as both a guitarist and vocalist. At this point, Benson had already achieved significant commercial success with hits like 'Give Me the Night.'
- Stylistic neighbors
- Al Jarreau· Lee Ritenour· Pat Metheny
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Rock Candy (live) 6:13
- 2 Shadow Dancers 4:46
- 3 Clockwise 4:28
- 4 Willow Weep for Me 7:49
- 5 A Foggy Day 2:42
- 6 The Borgia Stick 3:09
- 7 Paraphernalia 12:39
- 8 Sugar 10:05
- 9 So What 9:19
- 10 Ode to a Kudu (alternate take) 4:42
- 11 California Dreamin' 7:19
Disc 2
- 1 White Rabbit 6:56
- 2 Body Talk 8:22
- 3 Take Five 7:07
- 4 Summertime 6:05
- 5 Breezin' 5:21
- 6 This Masquerade 8:04
- 7 On Broadway 10:10
- 8 Give Me the Night 5:02
- 9 Hip Skip 8:07
- 10 Gotham City 9:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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