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George Benson interview with Rick Beato

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Posted on August 25, 2024 at 12:28:48
hifitommy
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 Wow, an in depth view into jazz guitar and it's history as seen by the player that is one year older than me, not that I play. i have been a fan of his playing and SOME of his singing since I first heard him.
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RE: George Benson interview with Rick Beato, posted on August 29, 2024 at 12:32:19
Palustris
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 That's just a wonderful interview. It's long, I watched it over three sessions since it is over an hour, but he is just a terrific raconteur with a great memory. I am astonished what a humble guy he is and just so approachable.

During 1969 to about 1972 I saw him whenever he played at the Jazz Workshop in Boston. My friend Charley had a big Chevy sedan and he always drove a bunch of us from NH to the club. I was always impressed by how tasteful his playing was and what a great "energy" he projected by his personality and his playing.

This was all before he became a commercial success with albums like "Breezin'" and "In Flight." I don't remember him singing at the Jazz Workshop, but he later became as famous for his vocals as for his guitar playing.

Thanks for recommending the interview; I loved it.

 

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