George Benson: Being With You
Musicians:
George Benson (guitars), Jon Faddis (trumpet), Randy Brecker (trumpet), Michael Brecker (tenor sax), David Sanborn (alto sax),
Harry Lookofsky, alto saxophone; and others
.Recorded: 1978
Rating: 94/100 (learn more)
By 1983, when this record was released, Benson was a pop star facing all of the responsibilities of meeting with continued success (at the very least). And because of this, I’m sure, here we’re hearing George in six-figure, studio production.
But on this tune (written by my friend, drummer Omar Hakim), George channels his jazz guitar persona. His guitar sings this melody and I believe every word, along with every amazing fill-in between the melody! On his solo he exploits all his powers, and by the melody out it should be clear that although he’s moved on, we should always welcome him when he wants to visit.
Reviewer: Bobby Broom
Tags: guitar
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