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George
Benson - Beyond the Blue Horizon
Sony 1971 |
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1.
So What
2. Gentle Rain {From the Gentle Rain}
3. All Clear
4. Ode to
a Kudu
5. Somewhere in the East
6. All Clear [Alternate Take]
7. Ode
to a Kudu [Alternate Take]
8. Somewhere in the East [Alternate Take] |
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| Originally
released on LP |
Album
Credits
Albert Nicholson Percussion
Clarence Palmer Organ
Creed Taylor Producer
Chuck Stewart Photography
Steve Futterman
Liner Notes
Tom "Curly" Ruff Mastering, Remastering
Seth Rothstein
Project Director
Howard Fritzson Reissue Art Director
Danny Kadar Mixing
Tony Martell Executive Producer
Rene Arsenault Assistant Producer
David Swope Assistant Engineer
Patti Matheny A&R
Stacey Boyle Tape
Research
Kristin Kozusko A&R
Darren Salmieri A&R
Steven
Berkowitz A&R
Michael Cameron Percussion
Didier C. Deutsch Producer,
Liner Notes, Reissue Producer
Rudy Van Gelder Engineer
George Benson
Vocals, Main Performer, Guitar
Ron Carter Bass
Jack DeJohnette Drums
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 Dear
George, thank you so much for all genius work over all these years and for letting
me be a small part of it. Thanks for the Grammy we won for "Turn Your Love
Around" and I hope you have a great time at the awards and hope we can work
together again soon. God Bless. - Steve Lukather / Toto
|  "George
Benson is simply put, one of the greatest musicians and entertainers of the last
century. He is one of a handful of individuals who truly defy categorization.
His technical and musical abilities are exceptional as well as unique his love
of all types of music is obvious in everything he does." -
Earl Klugh |
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 "One
of the great guitarists of all time, an instantly recognizable player, soulful,
expressive, great chops and he sings too!" I really got into George during
his CTI period both as a leader and a sideman. One of my favorite albums is "Bad
Benson" especially the track "My Latin Brother" which I used to
cover with my group way back when. "Beyond the Blue Horizon", "White
Rabbit" and "Benson & Farrell" are great albums too. I also
loved his playing on the Freddie Hubbard album "First Light" and I remember
transcribing his solo on the title track back in my school days. "Congratulations
on the lifetime achievement award George; your music has brought great joy to
musician's and music fans the world over." - Brian
Hughes |
 "A
big congrats to you George on this well deserved recognition of the great contributions
you have made in your long history of performing and recording. We all hope you
continue making your unique brand of music for many years to come!" -
Bob James |  "Each
generation has had a defining jazz guitarist. It's like a royal lineage from Charlie
Christian to Wes Montgomery to "the guy" for our time, George Benson.
He's the best there is and every time I hear him he gets better. Thanks for the
inspiration and all the great music over the years and congratulations on this
award." - Thom Rotella |
 "George
Benson is truly a trailblazer in the Smooth Jazz format. Those fabulous guitar
licks on "Breezin'" are as strong and fresh today as they were back
in the 70's. His vocal work speaks for itself. He is certainly deserving of "The
Benson" and sets the standard for years to come."
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Bob Farrow morning man The Wave Hamilton, Ontario |
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