I'm 66 years old and am elated to hear a younger generation introducing themselves to the music I grew up with. It just goes to show that it needn't be rebooted or reimagined to be good.
Ain't it great, Clarence? I LOVE this music, and it is great to witness young people discovering and appreciating what gave us so much joy! It was a great time for music, optimism, and a naive materialism (foolish, but sort of fun).
God I feel old saying this, but music was so much damn better in the Eighties! I guess i'm just too old now, because old guys used to say the same thing in the Eighties, "music was so much better in the 1950s!" When they said that, I just thought to myself, "no it wasn't, old guy!" But now here I am doing the same damn thing! 😣
George Benson is an American guitarist, singer, & songwriter. He began his professional career at the age of 19 as a jazz guitarist. He covers different genres or styles such as jazz, pop, R&B & scat singing. His Breezin' album was one of the biggest selling of all time. He has such a smooth mellow voice. He has had so many great hits both singing & instrumental such as "This Masquerade", "On Broadway," "Breezin'", "The Greatest Love Of All", "Give Me The Night", "Love All The Hurt Away," "Turn Your Love Around," "Inside Love," "Lady Love Me," "20/20," "Shiver," "Kisses In The Moonlight", "Affirmation" etc.
"Lady Love Me" is my favorite. I've become obsessed with during the time I've been working at home...for the last (nearly) two years. I play it often and dance around the home office to jumpstart the day.
I remember being on a camping trip with my parents and their friends who also had RVs in 1980 when this song was popular. I was 12, and it's like the music of a memory.
George Benson is a “real deal” talent. He was a star in the late 1970s and 1980s. Check out Breezin’, On Broadway, Turn Your Love Around, and This Masquerade.
My favorite thing about George Benson is when he sings the guitar licks while he is playing them. He did it some in this song but does it very well in "On Broadway". Killer!
Came here to say this. He is known for scatting along with his solos, singing exactly the notes that he's playing. His "On Bradway" is my favorite version of that song
Mike Miller. Yes, that is the defining characteristic of his music for me. It sets him so far apart from other guitarists. His talent on the guitar is phenomenal and the singing of the licks in unison doubles the impact of the notes for me. That’s the best way I have to say it. BTW, I have that album!
Great song. George was one of the standout R&B singers of the late70's and most of the 80s. Some of his other great tunes include "Turn Your Love Around", "Inside Love", and "Lady Love Me (One More Time)". SO.... yeah, the guy sang a lot of love songs. But for your next one, I HIGHLY recommend "On Broadway". It's a classic. And, to Amber's last comment... yes. We are cool. Every one of us. :)
I fell down the GB rabbit hole last week! It's amazing how much music is FORGOTTEN by "classic" "hits" "oldies" radio stations. It's criminal. I "forget" ALL the music he has!
The history behind this song is so deep. So it was written by the British composer Rod Temperton who wrote, Thriller, Rock With You and many more for MJ. He also wrote Boogie Nights, Always & Forever, Gangsters of the Groove, and many more for the band he was in, Heatwave and wrote hit after hit. Sweet Freedom for Michael Mcdonald, Yah Mo Be There again, Michael Mcdonald and James Ingram. Stomp for the Brothers Johnson. The Carpenters, Klymaxx, Mica Paris, Wayne Hernandez, Rufus & Chaka Khan, Herbie Hancock, Donna Summer and so many more artists. The backing singer on this track was Patti Austin (a female Friday one for you) whom he wrote Baby Come to Me for (duet with James Ingram) the following year after this. Rod Temperton was a musical genius but not many people are aware of his existance but thanks to you guys, his music lives on. x
George is a great R&B singer but he is also a renowned jazz guitarist. His album Breezin' is one of my all-time favorites. I highly highly recommend you checking out the title track (Breezin'), This Masquerade and Affirmation from that album. If you like tasty guitar, these songs will be just what the doctor ordered. 🎸🎸🎸
Totally second your suggestion of Breezin And This Masquerade. On Broadway, and Turn your love around - then the romantic ballad Your the love of my Life… could go on and on.
That female percussionist has worked with Kenny Logins, Michael McDonald, and many others, plus she worked on the Tonight Show, back in the day with Jay Leno, etc. A very talented musician and vocalist. I can’t remember her name, but I remember her performances. That’s what happens when one gets old…..😏
George Benson is one of my favorite jazz guitarists. This song was written by Rod Temperton, who was the driving force behind the group Heatwave - which is a band y'all have GOT to listen to. He also wrote "Off The Wall", "Rock With You", "Thriller" for Michael Jackson, "Stomp" for Brothers Johnson, "Spice of Life" for Manhattan Transfer, and "Razzmatazz" for Quincy Jones, among many other songs. George really put soul into this recording. Y'all should also give the cover by Randy Crawford a listen.
Temperton was an absolute master of the art professional. He was the songwriters signwriter. One of the biggest legendary writers of all time. I would put him up there near Burt Bacharach.
First off...I love your channel. You both have the best personalities and have the same appreciation for music that I have. George Benson is the bomb! I play the bass guitar; how about that funky bass?! Also, you two are looking good! Amber is looking fit! Peace and love to you both. 💌
80's was a time before the gov't and media didn't work 24/7 to separate everyone. Well they did but they didn't have the internet and 3000 channels to blast it everyday. We definitely had our problems but we had them together. crazy hair styles, clothes and music. A lot less judgment and a lot more fun. just my opinion from someone who has been through it. Love the channel. Keep up the great work!
Totally agree, add me to the list. And we lived through tougher times than now. Our parents and Grandparents dealt with some very tough times by comparison. We were blessed and likely held together by the great music, even though we didn't realize just how good it was until, well modern music came to show us. When I'm being one of those "back in my day" kinda guys I hear a song like Give Me the Night and am clearly reminded...yes indeed, Back in My Day was something better.
I have to agree. As a kid growing up in the 70s and early 80s, our worlds were a lot smaller and our neighborhoods were a lot bigger. The conomy was tough for lots of people. Interst rates were sky high. Crime was really bad in the cities, kidnappings, serial killers, but that didn't stop us from having fun. There were definitely lots of problems but among the biggest divisive subject I remember among young adults was Disco or Rock? That was a huge division. Other than that, it seemed like everyone liked roller skates, riding bikes, cruising, hanging out in the parking lot w the car radio blasting, smokin in the boys room, playing ball or swimming at the park, having fun. The 70s and 80s were largely about having fun with other people. Outside. Nobody stayed home unless they were sick. Even older people did things like bowling, bingo night at the church, playing pool, hangin out at the neighborhood bar.
Mr. Benson is an American treasure! He sang "The Greatest Love of All" eons before Ms. Houston. "This Masquerade", "On Broadway", "Turn Your Love Around", "Breezin", are just a few of his classics. Then there is my personal favorite, "While The City Sleeps." O' the day, when music had meaning!
Yes... Love George Benson!! My favourite is "On Broadway". Try having a listen to Chuck Mangione's "Feels So Good" from this same era. Chuck plays flugelhorn, it's similar to a coronet/trumpet. Amber I'm sure you'll love it.
I agree wholeheartedly about Chuck Mangione - "Feels So Good" is on my list of instrumental songs to improve my mood (along with Spyro Gyra's "Morning Dance" and "Little Linda" from roughly the same time period).
Nice that you reacted to a Jazz artist. George Benson was one of the crossover artist to the Pop charts. Listen to “Breezin’”, “On Broadway” and “Greatest Love of All”.
One of my favorite jazz artists that I've been suggesting for ages! Yay! You've got to check out his song "On Broadway". It's probably his most popular song. Also... "Turn Your Love Around" "Breezin'" "Love x Love" (Love Times Love). Al Jarreau better be coming up soon! Scat, scat, scat...jazz, jazz, jazz....Vocalease! *Al Jarreau* "Roof Garden" "Boogie Down" "Mornin'" "Moonlighting" (theme from the TV show of the same name) "Spain" "Take Five" "Trouble In Paradise"
Gr8 choice! First off, the great George Benson is legendary jazz guitarist, & he already was over 40 yrs ago when this joint dropped. George had already established himself in the jazz world, & most of the world at large had never heard him sing. He did the classic Summertime on a live concert recording & scat sang his solo. Thas when you improvise (like free style over chords) & sing what you play at the same time. Then like 1976 or so, his album, Breezin dropped, with 1 vocal, This Masquerade, on it, & the rest instrumental. It was such a hit, that the next album had 4 vocals out of 6 tracks, including a killer remake on The World Is A Ghetto. The rest is history. Benson still killin it today. Like other comment mentioned, much of same production as MJ Thriller & Off the Wall: Quincy Jones, producer, Rod Temperton, composer, & Louis Johnson of Brothers Johnson on electric bass. Check out Brothers Johnson hit, Stomp, & Heatwave’s hit, Boogie Nights, also written by the late Temperton. All these jams, especially Give Me the Night, are crazy skating jams. This might be the perfect skate joint really. Percussionist is Vicky Randle, who was in the Tonight Show Band back when JayLeno was host. She sings too.
George Benson is just seriously...one of the greatest jazz guitarists ever. If there is an Eddie Van Halen of jazz, jazz fusion, and r&B guitarists, George is it. And he is in a class all his own. As much as I love his voice...when his fingers fly up and down a fret board, he is sublime. My personal favorite Benson song..."Turn Your Love Around". But...he has so many that I am seeing other people mention. Although, I will say his rendition of "On Broadway" is also amazing, and opens one of my favorite films, Bob Fosse's 'All That Jazz'. All that happens is a dancers' cattle call audition for the chorus of a Broadway musical and how it plays out as George sings "On Broadway"...but the visuals and the song convey a magic as the film begins.
I grew up listening to George Benson and still have my mum's records. His music reminds me of falling asleep, laid across the back seat of the car (who needed seat belts in the 80s!), and nap time in front of the fire. So relaxing.
I wish somebody would bring back 🛼 skating back like the video … music like this skating my life evey Friday night; 35-40 years later I reminense. I’m 52 now and put my skates on in a heartbeat.
Born and raised in Pittsburgh PA jazz and blues great George Benson can get you feeling good with his music especially this gem. Another great song to give a listen to is TURN YOUR LOVE AROUND.
Jazz/Soul, George Benson was very popular in the 80's, love his style, he also did a lot of music only tracks and I've just discovered his collaboration with Al Jareau on Spotify
This was so nice to hear!! ❤ thanks guys for your reaction!! you’re right, our generation was one of a kind❤️🎼George Benson is awesome, his songs are all great!! 👏🏻❤️🎼
Rod Temperton wrote this song- along with "Boogie Nights", "The Groove Line", and "Always and Forever" (for the group he was in ;Heatwave). He also wrote some great songs for Michael Jackson- "Rock With You", "Off the Wall ", "Lady in my Life", "Burn this Disco out", and "Thriller (which started off as starlight)". Give me the night by George Benson is such a fantastic song.
Finally, Jazz! Great choice guys. Next jazz artist suggestion Al Jarreau "Roof Garden" "Mornin" "Take Five" "Breakin' Away" "We're in This Love Together" Female Friday soul group The Emotions: "Flowers" "I Don't Wanna Lose Your Love" "Best of My Love" "Don't Ask My Neighbor" "Boogie Wonderland" with EWF
And his version of Bobby Caldwells song- "What you won't do for love," was almost as spot on and as good as the original to the point where people have gotten confused over who actually made it first.
Benson's "starmaker" song was Masquerade, if I remember correctly. On Broadway was a huge hit. He also did a beautiful Unchained Melody, and Greatest Love of All.
By far one of the best intros to any song ever made. You can't but smile and groove alil while listening to this song. Such a great feel to it! For the record, that congo player is BEAUTIFUL!!
My Main Man George! YES! a smooth silky voice that R&B with Brilliant songs & Hits like ‘Love X Love’ ‘Lady Love me (one more time) & ‘In your Eyes’ just to name a few. A Fantastic artist & singer & guitarist of his generation. MORE PLZZZzzzz T y for the post & your reactions & Incite.
George Benson, now we’re talking jazz! This was a very popular song, and he was very popular with his exceptional jazz style in music. Brings a smile to my face when I listen to these greats do their thing, thank you👍👍👍‼️‼️
The Backing Vocal In the actual recording is patti Austin...In the Video was vicki Randell. She was Part of Jay Leno's Band, and Played with Kenny Logins
I have always loved George Benson. His ballads are beautiful, too. My favourite songs are, 'Masquerade', 'Nature Boy' and 'The Greatest Love of All'❤ Really enjoying your channel, thank you both🤗
A legendary jazz guitarist genius. I had this album in the 80's and an older one called Breezin'. He's soooo good. This cool jazz tune made it on radio charts back in the day. Never gets old!
Two of my favorites from George Benson: "On Broadway" and "This Masquerade". He was one of the best things to come out of the 1970s, to me. A top-level singer and guitarist. He's still touring today.
I’m so glad you did this. George Benson is quite amazing and is often overlooked and under appreciated. He’s an amazing guitarist with a beautiful voice. Fun fact: he was a child prodigy who played his first paid gigs at age 8!! Wonderful artist who definitely deserves more attention. 🌺✌️
You guys really need to listen to, "Stomp!" by the Brothers Johnson if you want another fun night out on the town tune with a killer beat you can't resist. One of my faves.
not bad for a fish filleter from Lincolnshire, UK. All his songs are here, but including "Thriller" and "Baby, come to me", "Rock with you" th-cam.com/play/PLaTphtFNVg1l1Kk8YDmy4okJO20j566yL.html
George Benson humming along with his guitar licks are his trademark. He crossed over in the mid 80s. Singing more. The album “while the City Sleeps” is my fave. Nice ballad “too many times” , a banger “teaser” with heavy bass and horns that showcases George’s considerable vocal pipes, and the more pop sounding “while the city sleeps”. Something for everyone.
George Benson put the G in GROOVE. Dude's bringing it home on roller skates... Gimme the Night!!! Too strong...If you're EVER at a wedding and need to get people on the dance floor... CUE GEORGE BENSON... peeps are gonna break the dance floor... I've seen it!!!!!
I was looking at info on this song while listening. Jazz guitarist, Lee Ritenour performed on this. I have some of his music. Always loved him. Patti Austin is the woman you mentioned.
This was a tape that I wore out and replaced! George is the Best. You must listen to the entire album. It's full of hits! Transported back to the day when I had tons of 80s hair, wore spike heels and mini skirts! George is a jazz master. You will be hooked and will love going down this rabbit hole. I was in the Navy when this was our jam! Thanks for the trip down memory lane. Happy new year and know your "family" on TH-cam adores you! Next suggestion by George, "Turn your love around ". This will make you jealous of our "coolness" for sure. Love you two!
Like I'm back in high school😎 . This song came out in 1980 and he won a Grammy for Best R & B Vocal Performance for it that same year. Yes Amber, this song was a staple at the roller skating rink!
You might also like George Benson's songs "On Broadway," "Turn Your Love Around." "The Greatest Love of All" (which Whitney Houston later covered and took to No. 1) and "This Masquerade."
Listen to him singing “On Broadway” live! He was a master guitarist
Yes!!!
That's the song my Dad would dance and sing with me when I was 11 or twelve, love Curtis Mayfield 🙂
Yes! "On Broadway"!!!
The live video with him in the red shirt is AMAZING
George Benson is an exceptional jazz guitarist who can play what he is singing. Listen to This Masquerade
I'm 66 years old and am elated to hear a younger generation introducing themselves to the music I grew up with. It just goes to show that it needn't be rebooted or reimagined to be good.
HAVe to review Masquerade
Ain't it great, Clarence? I LOVE this music, and it is great to witness young people discovering and appreciating what gave us so much joy! It was a great time for music, optimism, and a naive materialism (foolish, but sort of fun).
God I feel old saying this, but music was so much damn better in the Eighties! I guess i'm just too old now, because old guys used to say the same thing in the Eighties, "music was so much better in the 1950s!" When they said that, I just thought to myself, "no it wasn't, old guy!" But now here I am doing the same damn thing! 😣
@@JSMarucasame thing going to happens to me in 20 years lol
@@isaactearii476 Probably, right?! 😂 Unavoidable, I guess. At least you're wise beyond your years for realizing that!
George Benson is an American guitarist, singer, & songwriter. He began his professional career at the age of 19 as a jazz guitarist. He covers different genres or styles such as jazz, pop, R&B & scat singing. His Breezin' album was one of the biggest selling of all time. He has such a smooth mellow voice. He has had so many great hits both singing & instrumental such as "This Masquerade", "On Broadway," "Breezin'", "The Greatest Love Of All", "Give Me The Night", "Love All The Hurt Away," "Turn Your Love Around," "Inside Love," "Lady Love Me," "20/20," "Shiver," "Kisses In The Moonlight", "Affirmation" etc.
Breezin is another great song,.
Breezin with Santana and Benson well worth the listen
Yes! 'Turn Your Love Around'!
"Lady Love Me" is my favorite. I've become obsessed with during the time I've been working at home...for the last (nearly) two years. I play it often and dance around the home office to jumpstart the day.
I do reaction videos while im high af on my TH-cam channel 🥶
When this jam comes on, my kids run screaming ‘cause they know their Dad’s about to bust a move!
Lol!
Lol. Don't bust too much. You could HURT something important. We had THE greatest music.
Well done Dad❤❤❤
😂😂
George Benson is a treasure of the music world. His "On Broadway" is a masterpiece !!!!
Amen to that!
Oh for sure!!
I remember being on a camping trip with my parents and their friends who also had RVs in 1980 when this song was popular. I was 12, and it's like the music of a memory.
George Benson is a “real deal” talent. He was a star in the late 1970s and 1980s. Check out Breezin’, On Broadway, Turn Your Love Around, and This Masquerade.
You may know this version of Breezin with Benson and Carlos Santana - if not, it's a gem. th-cam.com/video/CfFuD7qSeR0/w-d-xo.html
YES, YES, YES, to ALL four! One of my all-time faves as a kid in the 70's. Still have him on vinyl.
What he said!!!!
He's still huge around the world
YES❗️ - ALL of the above ❗️
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My favorite thing about George Benson is when he sings the guitar licks while he is playing them. He did it some in this song but does it very well in "On Broadway". Killer!
Came here to say this. He is known for scatting along with his solos, singing exactly the notes that he's playing. His "On Bradway" is my favorite version of that song
My ex is a guitar player and said that is very difficult to do. George makes it sound easy!
Mike Miller. Yes, that is the defining characteristic of his music for me. It sets him so far apart from other guitarists. His talent on the guitar is phenomenal and the singing of the licks in unison doubles the impact of the notes for me. That’s the best way I have to say it. BTW, I have that album!
Great song. George was one of the standout R&B singers of the late70's and most of the 80s. Some of his other great tunes include "Turn Your Love Around", "Inside Love", and "Lady Love Me (One More Time)". SO.... yeah, the guy sang a lot of love songs. But for your next one, I HIGHLY recommend "On Broadway". It's a classic. And, to Amber's last comment... yes. We are cool. Every one of us. :)
@Patrick Hodges: Yes and AMEN!
I fell down the GB rabbit hole last week! It's amazing how much music is FORGOTTEN by "classic" "hits" "oldies" radio stations. It's criminal. I "forget" ALL the music he has!
Yes yes “Lady love me”
All excellent songs,
But, also some really great JAZZ ❗️
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My Mom loved George Benson! I'm so lucky to have grown up in a house full of great music.
Turn your Love Around, another good one from him.
Yes!!!!!
Definitely. That’s my jam. Lol
Oh dear, I love “This Masquerade” by George Benson. So beautiful!
Exquisite!!!
Finally! George Benson!! Yahoo
The history behind this song is so deep. So it was written by the British composer Rod Temperton who wrote, Thriller, Rock With You and many more for MJ. He also wrote Boogie Nights, Always & Forever, Gangsters of the Groove, and many more for the band he was in, Heatwave and wrote hit after hit. Sweet Freedom for Michael Mcdonald, Yah Mo Be There again, Michael Mcdonald and James Ingram. Stomp for the Brothers Johnson. The Carpenters, Klymaxx, Mica Paris, Wayne Hernandez, Rufus & Chaka Khan, Herbie Hancock, Donna Summer and so many more artists. The backing singer on this track was Patti Austin (a female Friday one for you) whom he wrote Baby Come to Me for (duet with James Ingram) the following year after this. Rod Temperton was a musical genius but not many people are aware of his existance but thanks to you guys, his music lives on. x
Herbie Hancock on keyboard
George is a great R&B singer but he is also a renowned jazz guitarist. His album Breezin' is one of my all-time favorites. I highly highly recommend you checking out the title track (Breezin'), This Masquerade and Affirmation from that album. If you like tasty guitar, these songs will be just what the doctor ordered. 🎸🎸🎸
Thanks great to educate us on different genres 😊
Totally second your suggestion of Breezin And This Masquerade. On Broadway, and Turn your love around - then the romantic ballad Your the love of my Life… could go on and on.
I wore out the vinyl on my copy of Breezin'
George Benson and Carlos Santana - Breezin' - if you've not seen it yet. th-cam.com/video/CfFuD7qSeR0/w-d-xo.html
That female percussionist has worked with Kenny Logins, Michael McDonald, and many others, plus she worked on the Tonight Show, back in the day with Jay Leno, etc. A very talented musician and vocalist. I can’t remember her name, but I remember her performances. That’s what happens when one gets old…..😏
Vicki something…
Vicki Randle! Talented lady!
Omgosh. George Benson! Singing and scatting. Next listen to This Masquerade or On Broadway. He has so many great songs.
Totally agree 👍
Agree! He had a unique ability to scat with his voice and match it with his guitar.
George Benson is one of my favorite jazz guitarists. This song was written by Rod Temperton, who was the driving force behind the group Heatwave - which is a band y'all have GOT to listen to. He also wrote "Off The Wall", "Rock With You", "Thriller" for Michael Jackson, "Stomp" for Brothers Johnson, "Spice of Life" for Manhattan Transfer, and "Razzmatazz" for Quincy Jones, among many other songs. George really put soul into this recording. Y'all should also give the cover by Randy Crawford a listen.
Temperton was the go to songwriter in the mid 1970's to early 80's
Rod is such a legend… always and forever is a timeless classic!!
I didn’t know Rod Templeton wrote all those songs! Heatwave was one of my favorite groups. And I’ll keep suggesting they hear them.
Temperton was an absolute master of the art professional. He was the songwriters signwriter. One of the biggest legendary writers of all time. I would put him up there near Burt Bacharach.
sounds like a quincy jones arrangement
George Benson is a guitar hero of the highest order. Jazz, Rock, R&B, Blues. He is the man. Great voice, great scatman too! So good! 🔥🤙
Another one of my favorites from 70s - 80s.
George Benson is such a talented guitarist! Y'all should check out his song "Turn Your Love Around". Great song, great music!!!
First off...I love your channel. You both have the best personalities and have the same appreciation for music that I have. George Benson is the bomb! I play the bass guitar; how about that funky bass?! Also, you two are looking good! Amber is looking fit! Peace and love to you both.
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80's was a time before the gov't and media didn't work 24/7 to separate everyone. Well they did but they didn't have the internet and 3000 channels to blast it everyday. We definitely had our problems but we had them together. crazy hair styles, clothes and music. A lot less judgment and a lot more fun. just my opinion from someone who has been through it. Love the channel. Keep up the great work!
Same here, we'll said!
Yep, I was in HS and college in the 80s and it was a much better time! 24 HR news and social media has caused so much hatred in the world. Sad.
Amen brother!
Totally agree, add me to the list. And we lived through tougher times than now. Our parents and Grandparents dealt with some very tough times by comparison. We were blessed and likely held together by the great music, even though we didn't realize just how good it was until, well modern music came to show us. When I'm being one of those "back in my day" kinda guys I hear a song like Give Me the Night and am clearly reminded...yes indeed, Back in My Day was something better.
I have to agree. As a kid growing up in the 70s and early 80s, our worlds were a lot smaller and our neighborhoods were a lot bigger. The conomy was tough for lots of people. Interst rates were sky high. Crime was really bad in the cities, kidnappings, serial killers, but that didn't stop us from having fun. There were definitely lots of problems but among the biggest divisive subject I remember among young adults was Disco or Rock? That was a huge division. Other than that, it seemed like everyone liked roller skates, riding bikes, cruising, hanging out in the parking lot w the car radio blasting, smokin in the boys room, playing ball or swimming at the park, having fun. The 70s and 80s were largely about having fun with other people. Outside. Nobody stayed home unless they were sick. Even older people did things like bowling, bingo night at the church, playing pool, hangin out at the neighborhood bar.
George Benson is a damn genius, one of the greats
Mr. Benson is an American treasure! He sang "The Greatest Love of All" eons before Ms. Houston. "This Masquerade", "On Broadway", "Turn Your Love Around", "Breezin", are just a few of his classics. Then there is my personal favorite, "While The City Sleeps." O' the day, when music had meaning!
He wrote Greatest Love of All!!
A glorious song by George which was a huge hit.
Yes... Love George Benson!! My favourite is "On Broadway". Try having a listen to Chuck Mangione's "Feels So Good" from this same era. Chuck plays flugelhorn, it's similar to a coronet/trumpet. Amber I'm sure you'll love it.
I agree wholeheartedly about Chuck Mangione - "Feels So Good" is on my list of instrumental songs to improve my mood (along with Spyro Gyra's "Morning Dance" and "Little Linda" from roughly the same time period).
Just loving the youngsters expressions when they listen to our jams!
Nice that you reacted to a Jazz artist. George Benson was one of the crossover artist to the Pop charts. Listen to “Breezin’”, “On Broadway” and “Greatest Love of All”.
George Benson is a legend
One of my favorite jazz artists that I've been suggesting for ages! Yay!
You've got to check out his song
"On Broadway".
It's probably his most popular song. Also...
"Turn Your Love Around"
"Breezin'"
"Love x Love" (Love Times Love).
Al Jarreau better be coming up soon! Scat, scat, scat...jazz, jazz, jazz....Vocalease!
*Al Jarreau*
"Roof Garden"
"Boogie Down"
"Mornin'"
"Moonlighting" (theme from the TV show of the same name)
"Spain"
"Take Five"
"Trouble In Paradise"
Gr8 choice! First off, the great George Benson is legendary jazz guitarist, & he already was over 40 yrs ago when this joint dropped. George had already established himself in the jazz world, & most of the world at large had never heard him sing. He did the classic Summertime on a live concert recording & scat sang his solo. Thas when you improvise (like free style over chords) & sing what you play at the same time. Then like 1976 or so, his album, Breezin dropped, with 1 vocal, This Masquerade, on it, & the rest instrumental. It was such a hit, that the next album had 4 vocals out of 6 tracks, including a killer remake on The World Is A Ghetto. The rest is history. Benson still killin it today. Like other comment mentioned, much of same production as MJ Thriller & Off the Wall: Quincy Jones, producer, Rod Temperton, composer, & Louis Johnson of Brothers Johnson on electric bass. Check out Brothers Johnson hit, Stomp, & Heatwave’s hit, Boogie Nights, also written by the late Temperton. All these jams, especially Give Me the Night, are crazy skating jams. This might be the perfect skate joint really. Percussionist is Vicky Randle, who was in the Tonight Show Band back when JayLeno was host. She sings too.
George Benson is just seriously...one of the greatest jazz guitarists ever. If there is an Eddie Van Halen of jazz, jazz fusion, and r&B guitarists, George is it. And he is in a class all his own. As much as I love his voice...when his fingers fly up and down a fret board, he is sublime. My personal favorite Benson song..."Turn Your Love Around". But...he has so many that I am seeing other people mention. Although, I will say his rendition of "On Broadway" is also amazing, and opens one of my favorite films, Bob Fosse's 'All That Jazz'. All that happens is a dancers' cattle call audition for the chorus of a Broadway musical and how it plays out as George sings "On Broadway"...but the visuals and the song convey a magic as the film begins.
Agreed! George Benson is a phenomenal talent. Makes it all look easy when you know it’s not.
Love George Benson. Amazing!!! ❤❤
This song blew up in 1980! It packed the dance floor everywhere.
Love George Benson and an amazing song.
Yes the female singer has just the most beautiful voice. Those high notes are crazy!
Love their purity.
I grew up listening to George Benson and still have my mum's records. His music reminds me of falling asleep, laid across the back seat of the car (who needed seat belts in the 80s!), and nap time in front of the fire. So relaxing.
OMG I remember car rides with George Benson on. Reminds me of living in San Francisco and driving home at night
This Masquerade is my favorite G. Benson song. (Studio version)
I wish somebody would bring back 🛼 skating back like the video … music like this skating my life evey Friday night; 35-40 years later I reminense. I’m 52 now and put my skates on in a heartbeat.
Born and raised in Pittsburgh PA jazz and blues great George Benson can get you feeling good with his music especially this gem. Another great song to give a listen to is TURN YOUR LOVE AROUND.
Jazz/Soul, George Benson was very popular in the 80's, love his style, he also did a lot of music only tracks and I've just discovered his collaboration with Al Jareau on Spotify
Great album!
Benson is soul jazz artist and a superb guitarists 🎸 enjoy his music guys
This was so nice to hear!! ❤ thanks guys for your reaction!! you’re right, our generation was one of a kind❤️🎼George Benson is awesome, his songs are all great!! 👏🏻❤️🎼
George Benson is a great singer and an awesome guitar player, he is jazz and R&B.
So much to love in this song, love the backup vocals
Rod Temperton wrote this song- along with "Boogie Nights", "The Groove Line", and "Always and Forever" (for the group he was in ;Heatwave). He also wrote some great songs for Michael Jackson- "Rock With You", "Off the Wall ", "Lady in my Life", "Burn this Disco out", and "Thriller (which started off as starlight)".
Give me the night by George Benson is such a fantastic song.
Finally, Jazz! Great choice guys. Next jazz artist suggestion Al Jarreau
"Roof Garden"
"Mornin"
"Take Five"
"Breakin' Away"
"We're in This Love Together"
Female Friday soul group The Emotions:
"Flowers"
"I Don't Wanna Lose Your Love"
"Best of My Love"
"Don't Ask My Neighbor"
"Boogie Wonderland" with EWF
I grew up to this music!!! The Great Mr George Benson!!!
Check out his version of "This Masqurade" which is a song written by Leon Russell.
THIS.
And his version of Bobby Caldwells song- "What you won't do for love," was almost as spot on and as good as the original to the point where people have gotten confused over who actually made it first.
This is so Mr. Benson...he was wonderful!
George is a top-shelf jazz guitarist with a fantastic voice. For him to go roller-skating with a $5K guitar around his neck is straight-up alien.
Benson's "starmaker" song was Masquerade, if I remember correctly. On Broadway was a huge hit. He also did a beautiful Unchained Melody, and Greatest Love of All.
YASSS! This was sure to get everyone on the floor back in HS. Love George Benson.
By far one of the best intros to any song ever made. You can't but smile and groove alil while listening to this song. Such a great feel to it! For the record, that congo player is BEAUTIFUL!!
'Turn Your Love Around' is another George Benson that has this vibe. Also 'Lady Love Me' & 'On Broadway'
Love george listened to him in my teen years in the late 80s from the uk ❤
George Benson's "On Broadway " will take your breath away. Find a live performance if you can, his guitar is amazing!
Agreed. The live performance. of. "On Broadway" that is electric is on his "Welcome to L.A." album.
My Main Man George! YES! a smooth silky voice that R&B with Brilliant songs & Hits like ‘Love X Love’ ‘Lady Love me (one more time) & ‘In your Eyes’ just to name a few. A Fantastic artist & singer & guitarist of his generation. MORE PLZZZzzzz T y for the post & your reactions & Incite.
I always considered George a jazz man. He's a badass.
This song always gives me the feels
"Lady Love me one more time " tops my list...worth a listen !
Good memories, guys! Me and a bunch of friends going out for dancing in those late 70’s nights! 💃🕺
George Benson, now we’re talking jazz! This was a very popular song, and he was very popular with his exceptional jazz style in music. Brings a smile to my face when I listen to these greats do their thing, thank you👍👍👍‼️‼️
What a voice...George Benson was just an immense singer..
The Backing Vocal In the actual recording is patti Austin...In the Video was vicki Randell. She was Part of Jay Leno's Band, and Played with Kenny Logins
Old school smooth. Can’t beat it. Nothing today holds a candle to this
I know right!
I have always loved George Benson. His ballads are beautiful, too. My favourite songs are, 'Masquerade', 'Nature Boy' and 'The Greatest Love of All'❤ Really enjoying your channel, thank you both🤗
Love George Benson...We as Love is a materpiece!
LOVE this song AND so glad y’all did the video and saw him getting down on the 🛼🛼!💃💝💙👍
Wow mr george benson godbless u..hills from indonesia
George Benson did a great version of the Beatles' Here, There, and Everywhere. It's worth a listen. Heck, it's worth a thousand listens!
Nothing's better than "Turn Your Love Around" by George Benson. Give that a listen one day. You'll love the groove . . . it's awesome!
A legendary jazz guitarist genius. I had this album in the 80's and an older one called Breezin'. He's soooo good. This cool jazz tune made it on radio charts back in the day. Never gets old!
Written by Rod Temperton an English man from Cleethorpes , song writer to the stars , keyboard player and song writer for the band Heatwave
Two of my favorites from George Benson: "On Broadway" and "This Masquerade". He was one of the best things to come out of the 1970s, to me. A top-level singer and guitarist. He's still touring today.
You guys are right on. I’m 68 and grew up with the music of the 60’s and 70’s…. Music was so fun and free
I’m so glad you did this. George Benson is quite amazing and is often overlooked and under appreciated. He’s an amazing guitarist with a beautiful voice. Fun fact: he was a child prodigy who played his first paid gigs at age 8!! Wonderful artist who definitely deserves more attention. 🌺✌️
TURN YOUR LOVE AROUND IS another great dance song by George Benson.
Also his original version of "The Greatest Love of All" which you may have heard Whitney sing, is one of the best inspirational songs of all time!
This is PURE SMOOTH JAZZ from one of it's pioneers! George Benson.
You guys really need to listen to, "Stomp!" by the Brothers Johnson if you want another fun night out on the town tune with a killer beat you can't resist. One of my faves.
not bad for a fish filleter from Lincolnshire, UK. All his songs are here, but including "Thriller" and "Baby, come to me", "Rock with you" th-cam.com/play/PLaTphtFNVg1l1Kk8YDmy4okJO20j566yL.html
All-time favorite George Benson song = This Masquerade. So incredibly smooth. He is awesome.
George Benson humming along with his guitar licks are his trademark. He crossed over in the mid 80s. Singing more. The album “while the City Sleeps” is my fave. Nice ballad “too many times” , a banger “teaser” with heavy bass and horns that showcases George’s considerable vocal pipes, and the more pop sounding “while the city sleeps”. Something for everyone.
George Benson put the G in GROOVE. Dude's bringing it home on roller skates... Gimme the Night!!! Too strong...If you're EVER at a wedding and need to get people on the dance floor... CUE GEORGE BENSON... peeps are gonna break the dance floor... I've seen it!!!!!
"The Greatest Love of All" is a must of his guys...can't even describe how powerful this song is :)
He’s a great jazz musician, who did an interesting pop career, too. Like this late 70’s disco hit.
On broadway and masquerade. Masterpieces to react to. This is early 80s i was skating to this at 13
The Masterful mr George Benson.. another great artist to check out
I was looking at info on this song while listening. Jazz guitarist, Lee Ritenour performed on this. I have some of his music. Always loved him. Patti Austin is the woman you mentioned.
Yes she is and I'm sure I don't have to tell you she had a few good albums of her own, my favourite being The Real Me.
It’s her voice you hear but that beautiful girl singing on percussion in this video is Vicki Randle ❤️
Seen George Benson twice in concert....one of the best around..Jazz Funk at it's finest !
This was a tape that I wore out and replaced! George is the Best. You must listen to the entire album. It's full of hits! Transported back to the day when I had tons of 80s hair, wore spike heels and mini skirts! George is a jazz master. You will be hooked and will love going down this rabbit hole. I was in the Navy when this was our jam! Thanks for the trip down memory lane. Happy new year and know your "family" on TH-cam adores you! Next suggestion by George, "Turn your love around ". This will make you jealous of our "coolness" for sure. Love you two!
Like I'm back in high school😎 . This song came out in 1980 and he won a Grammy for Best R & B Vocal Performance for it that same year. Yes Amber, this song was a staple at the roller skating rink!
This song was a huge hit, and holds up.
I'd love to see it played, anonymously, on a top 40 station, to gauge the reaction.
Have a great day!
Contemporary jazz and my mother went to this concert and got us a babysitter, it was that big of a deal!
You might also like George Benson's songs "On Broadway," "Turn Your Love Around." "The Greatest Love of All" (which Whitney Houston later covered and took to No. 1) and "This Masquerade."
Tremendo Mr. George Benson, esta canción es una de mis preferidas de este tremendo artista.
George Benson is amazing. If you want to really hear his vocal virtuosity, try "This Masquerade." Breathtaking!