George Benson – Take Five (1979) – LP
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CTI Records – CTI 8014, Originally released as Bad Benson, CTI 6045 in 1974.
With this edition of *Take Five* – a reissue of the 1974 album *Bad Benson* – George Benson reveals the full extent of his talent as a guitarist and his ability to blend traditional jazz with soul and funk sounds. Recorded in 1974 and re-released by CTI in the late 1970s, this album benefits from the meticulous production and warm sound characteristic of the label founded by Creed Taylor.
Surrounded by leading musicians, notably bassist Ron Carter, drummer Steve Gadd and guitarist Phil Upchurch, Benson delivers music that is elegant, rhythmic and rich in nuance. The cover of ‘Take Five’ stands out for its funkier approach, whilst ‘My Latin Brother’ perfectly illustrates the blend of harmonic sophistication, groove and Latin influences that characterises the album.
At the crossroads of jazz-funk and jazz fusion, this album captures an exciting period in George Benson’s career, prior to his massive commercial success with *Breezin’*. A fine choice for fans of 1970s jazz, virtuoso guitar playing and the refined productions of CTI Records.
With this edition of *Take Five* – a reissue of the 1974 album *Bad Benson* – George Benson reveals the full extent of his talent as a guitarist and his ability to blend traditional jazz with soul and funk sounds. Recorded in 1974 and re-released by CTI in the late 1970s, this album benefits from the meticulous production and warm sound characteristic of the label founded by Creed Taylor.
Surrounded by leading musicians, notably bassist Ron Carter, drummer Steve Gadd and guitarist Phil Upchurch, Benson delivers music that is elegant, rhythmic and rich in nuance. The cover of ‘Take Five’ stands out for its funkier approach, whilst ‘My Latin Brother’ perfectly illustrates the blend of harmonic sophistication, groove and Latin influences that characterises the album.
At the crossroads of jazz-funk and jazz fusion, this album captures an exciting period in George Benson’s career, prior to his massive commercial success with *Breezin’*. A fine choice for fans of 1970s jazz, virtuoso guitar playing and the refined productions of CTI Records.
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