George Benson
soul jazz fusion vocal jazz
Influences: Wes Montgomery, Grant Green
George Benson is a guitarist and vocalist whose smooth, soulful delivery and virtuosic guitar work defined the jazz-funk crossover sound of the 1970s and 80s. His signature blend of bebop-informed playing with accessible R&B vocals created some of the decade's most enduring hits, from instrumental grooves to vocalized soft-soul numbers that reached mainstream audiences without compromising jazz credibility.
Personnel:
Nat Augustin (Vocals)
Upcoming gigs
- Fri 21 Aug — 18:30 — The Best of George Benson at The Jazz Cafe