Cover of George Benson Guitar Man
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For fans of george benson, lovers of jazz fusion and smooth jazz, and listeners seeking emotionally rich, cross-generational music.
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THE REVIEW

Light music that "crosses" several decades and generations, adjusting its frequency, always in tune with the events of any era. A little jazz, a little soul, a little disco. A little funky, or perhaps, an elegant and skillful cocktail of all this, everything that G.B. was capable of doing.

His voice, an instrument to be played, vocalizations that imitated the solos of his guitar, to become one with it, sometimes hard to distinguish. Natural talent, always in search of new and refined musicality and vocal combinations (many productions with icons of the international music scene) to present to that audience whose heartstrings he could touch through the strings of his guitar. With the solid jazz foundation he had, he could do whatever he wanted with music... and he did it.

He chose a not particularly demanding path, perhaps light, maybe commercial, but he had fun and was moved and made others have fun and feel moved... in short, it might not be nouvelle cousine... but certainly excellent traditional cuisine, the kind that unites and warms the hearts.  

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George Benson's album Guitar Man blends jazz, soul, disco, and funk into a smooth and elegant musical cocktail. Benson's vocalizations imitate his guitar solos, creating a unique sound. The album embraces a light, accessible path without sacrificing musical quality. Emotions and enjoyment are key themes throughout, with the music connecting deeply to its audience. Overall, a classic and heartwarming showcase of Benson's versatile talents.

Tracklist

01   Tenderly (02:01)

02   I Want to Hold Your Hand (05:10)

03   My Cheríe Amour (04:08)

04   Naíma (03:41)

05   Tequíla (04:30)

06   Don't Know Why (02:45)

07   The Lady in My Life (04:30)

08   My One and Only Love (03:24)

09   Paper Moon (02:44)

10   Danny Boy (03:26)

11   Since I Fell for You (02:58)

12   Fingerlero (03:40)

George Benson

George Benson (born March 22, 1943) is an American jazz guitarist and singer known for his technical skill, scat-like vocalizations that often mirror his guitar lines, and for successful jazz-pop crossover work in the 1970s and 1980s.
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