George
Benson - After Hours Universe Italy - November
15, 2002
1.
Love for Sale 2. (I'm Afraid) The Masquerade Is Over 3. There Will Never
Be Another You 4. All Blues 5. Witchcraft 6. Blue Bossa
Disc:
2 1. Oleo 2. Lil' Darlin' 3. All the Things You Are 4. Invitation
5. Love Walked In 6. Dahlin's Delight
Album
Credits Alfio Antognetti Design Supervisor Giorgio Mangora Artwork Matteo
Piazza Liner Notes Al Harewood Drums George Duvivier Bass George
Benson Vocals, Guitar Mickey Tucker Piano
"I
had the chance to see George Benson on a hot summer's night in Buffalo a couple
of years back. The show was everything I expected of the legendary guitarist.
A groovy concert with all the hits! Later at The Tralf, Benson joined guitarist
Rik Emmett on stage for an unforgettable jam session.Thanks George and congrats
on the Lifetime Achievement Award."- Gary James / Assistant Program Director / "Smooth
Ride Home," The Wave, Hamilton, Ontario
"George
was a big inspiration to me as I was learning to play guitar and while I was the
lead guitar player in the Jefferson Starship. He is still inspiring me in my own
solo career. Before I had ever sold one single record I would listen to George's
guitar playing in my bedroom. As a teenager I would play along with his music
and try and follow his style of rhythmic and soulful phrasing. I loved the way
he would sing the same melodies and riffs he was playing on the guitar and I began
to try and master that same technique in my bedroom. My parents were probably
cringing in the living room at first! I actually did a few concerts with George
Benson and my own band on the same bill. I got to hang out backstage with him
and as much as I wanted to tell him all these stories all I could do was smile
and enjoy his playing and singing. I have to add he seems like a really nice guy"
- Craig Chaquico
"George
Benson is without a doubt the pre-eminent guitarist of our day. He combines the
jazz mastery and legacy of Wes Montgomery and Charlie Christian with a pop sensibility
that could only belong to one of the great pop singers of the last 3 decades.
From the moment I heard him play when I was 16 years old up to and including today
he is one of the major musical influences on my guitar playing and musicianship
in general. George; You are the man!" - Chuck Loeb
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"I
had the chance to see George Benson on a hot summer's night in Buffalo a couple
of years back. The show was everything I expected of the legendary guitarist.
A groovy concert with all the hits! Later at The Tralf, Benson joined guitarist
Rik Emmett on stage for an unforgettable jam session.Thanks George and congrats
on the Lifetime Achievement Award."
- Gary James / Assistant Program Director / "Smooth
Ride Home," The Wave, Hamilton, Ontario
"George
was a big inspiration to me as I was learning to play guitar and while I was the
lead guitar player in the Jefferson Starship. He is still inspiring me in my own
solo career. Before I had ever sold one single record I would listen to George's
guitar playing in my bedroom. As a teenager I would play along with his music
and try and follow his style of rhythmic and soulful phrasing. I loved the way
he would sing the same melodies and riffs he was playing on the guitar and I began
to try and master that same technique in my bedroom. My parents were probably
cringing in the living room at first! I actually did a few concerts with George
Benson and my own band on the same bill. I got to hang out backstage with him
and as much as I wanted to tell him all these stories all I could do was smile
and enjoy his playing and singing. I have to add he seems like a really nice guy"
- Craig Chaquico
"George
Benson is without a doubt the pre-eminent guitarist of our day. He combines the
jazz mastery and legacy of Wes Montgomery and Charlie Christian with a pop sensibility
that could only belong to one of the great pop singers of the last 3 decades.
From the moment I heard him play when I was 16 years old up to and including today
he is one of the major musical influences on my guitar playing and musicianship
in general. George; You are the man!" - Chuck Loeb
