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George Benson
"jazz guitar legend and amazing soul-pop vocalist"
Rounding out his singular approach with sly, seductive rhythm and blues, George Benson has earned himself an impeccable reputation as one of music's most enterprising and engaging stars. Few might have predicted that striking level of stardom some forty years ago, when Benson was a fledgling guitarist working the corner pubs of his native Pittsburgh. George Beson consider himself as an entertainer, and enjoys danceable jazz.His 1964 debut album was released as The New Boss Guitar. Benson's tone was juicy, and his blues solos sparkled with a carefully honed logic. A jaunty funk and swing aesthetic prevailed.By the time legendary talent scout John Hammond signed Benson to Columbia, the guitarist's name was bubbling throughout the industry. His work was boundless: in the late '60s he sat in on heady Miles Davis sessions, and also put a personal spin on the tunes from the Beatles' Abbey Road.In 1976 ‘Breezin' was the first jazz record to attain platinum sales. ‘Breezin’ brought an instrumental title track to jazz radio.Later on, Benson's soulful update of Leon Russell's "This Masquerade," which featured the guitarist scatting along with his solo break, was a pop smash. Benson followed up with a sultry version of "On Broadway," and the irresistible "Give Me The Night," which thrilled many a dancer. He was a superstar.During the 1980s Benson released blended grooves and guitar work, proving that R&B was a natural part his profile. The guitarist has won eight Grammies, played around the world, and thrilled many crowds with his playing. This time around, he uses elements of hip hop and Caribbean rhythms to keep his personalized R&B on the edgy side.More on http://www.georgebenson.com/

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