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George Benson

jazz · 1976–1982

George Benson
📷 Raúl Ranz · CC BY 2.0

Picture yourself swaying to the smooth grooves of a late-night jazz club, where the air is thick with the rich aroma of coffee and the sound of a guitar whispers sweet nothings. That’s the magic of George Benson, an American maestro who effortlessly blends jazz, smooth jazz, pop, rhythm and blues, and funk into a captivating soundscape. With his guitar in one hand and a microphone in the other, he has serenaded listeners with unforgettable tracks like "This Masquerade," "On Broadway," and "Give Me the Night." His ability to turn a melody into a conversation is unmatched, as evidenced in the timeless "Turn Your Love Around" and the breezy vibes of "Breezin'." Benson's music is a journey through emotions, a nostalgic embrace that lingers long after the last note fades.

The facts

  • United States
  • jazz, smooth jazz, pop music
  • On Warner Bros. Records, Columbia Records, Concord Records

George Benson in the crate

Breezin'
George Benson
1976
This Masquerade
George Benson
1976
On Broadway
George Benson
1978
Give Me the Night
George Benson
1980
Turn Your Love Around
George Benson
1982

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