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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts for relaxed afternoon vibes exploratory sessions with rich textures
- 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.'
- If you like
- funk, R&B, smooth jazz
The Essential George Benson is an album by George Benson, released in 2006. A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and pop showcasing Benson's virtuosic guitar work and smooth vocals. This album serves as a comprehensive overview of George Benson's impact on jazz and pop music, featuring chart-topping singles and critical acclaim. It solidified his status within the smooth jazz genre and introduced his work to new audiences, contributing to the resurgence of interest in classic jazz sounds during the mid-2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Essential George Benson sound like?
A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and pop showcasing Benson's virtuosic guitar work and smooth vocals. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes The Essential George Benson by George Benson notable?
This album serves as a comprehensive overview of George Benson's impact on jazz and pop music, featuring chart-topping singles and critical acclaim. It solidified his status within the smooth jazz genre and introduced his work to new audiences, contributing to the resurgence of interest in classic jazz sounds during the mid-2000s. 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.'
Who is The Essential George Benson for?
The Essential George Benson works well if you're into wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts, for relaxed afternoon vibes and exploratory sessions with rich textures.
How many songs are on The Essential George Benson?
The Essential George Benson has 21 tracks, running approximately 147 minutes.
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' Standout 5:21
- 6 This Masquerade 8:04
- 7 On Broadway Standout 10:10
- 8 Give Me the Night Standout 5:02
- 9 Hip Skip 8:07
- 10 Gotham City 9:19
Release Date
March 28, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
147 min 47 sec
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