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GEORGE BENSON


BIO:
So many times in contemporary popular music – in jazz, rock, blues, folk or beyond – the man with the guitar is the fulcrum on which all other sounds and voices hinge. He’s the core, the engine, the captain who leads and inspires the rest of the team. George Benson has been that man for nearly a half century. In a career that spans five decades, more than 30 recordings as a leader and ten Grammy Awards, NEA Jazz Master, George Benson, has used his jazz roots as the foundation for an engaging mix of pop, R&B and other shades that add up to a style that appeals to a broad mainstream audience. Along the way, he has also established himself as a formidable jazz singer – one whose biggest career hits have showcased his vocals as well as his guitar chops. In short, this guitar man is the complete package.

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Fox Jackson Releases Title Track From Upcoming EP Photo Fox Jackson Releases Title Track From Upcoming EP
by Josh Sharpe - June 25, 2024

“A Sex Demo” is the title-track and first single to be released from the upcoming EP which focuses on relationships… Being in relationships, being around relationships and talking about relationships. Listen to the song now!...

Michael O'Neill to Release New Recording 'ARRIVAL' in June Photo Michael O'Neill to Release New Recording 'ARRIVAL' in June
by Blair Ingenthron - April 06, 2024

Studio Guitar Legend/Film Composer Michael O'Neill will release a new recording 'Arrival' on June 7th, 2024....

Robert Bannon Releases 'Rewind' Album Photo Robert Bannon Releases 'Rewind' Album
by Michael Major - October 27, 2023

Robert Bannon: Rewind is out now! Experience the live concert at The Green Room 42. Recorded live in front of a sold-out crowd at New York City's The Green Room 42 on October 22nd, 2022, Rewind is directed by Robbie Rozelle, and featuring Yasuhiko Fukuoka on piano, David Cinquegrana on guitar, Simon...

Robert Bannon Announces Christmas Show at Chelsea Table + Stage Photo Robert Bannon Announces Christmas Show at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Michael Major - October 11, 2023

Robert Bannon, the renowned performer, is set to captivate audiences with his Old School Holiday Special, 'A Robert Bannon Christmas Special', on December 9th at 7pm. This highly anticipated event will take place at Chelsea Table + Stage, where attendees can expect a night filled with festive cheer ...

Melissa Errico to Join George Benson to U.K. Tour Photo Melissa Errico to Join George Benson to U.K. Tour
by Michael Major - August 14, 2023

The legendary George Benson announced his highly anticipated five UK shows in June/July 2024. This includes two nights at London’s most iconic venue, the Royal Albert Hall on June 28th/29th 2024. Opening act is Tony-nominated Broadway star, actor, singer, and author Melissa Errico. (Les Misérables; ...

Former Pink Floyd Background Vocalist Machan Taylor to Join Gov't Mule on DARKSIDE OF Photo Former Pink Floyd Background Vocalist Machan Taylor to Join Gov't Mule on DARKSIDE OF THE MULE Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 14, 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience as former Pink Floyd background vocalist Machan Taylor joins forces with Gov't Mule on their 'Darkside of the Mule' tour. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of 'Darkside of the Moon,' this mesmerizing show promises to transport you to the world of Pink...

Gareth Donkin Announces Debut LP 'Welcome Home' Photo Gareth Donkin Announces Debut LP 'Welcome Home'
by Michael Major - May 31, 2023

Donkin has also released the single “Something Different,” a buoyant dance floor-ready song about change that pairs his honeyed vocals with flourishes of ‘70s and ‘80s touchstones like Earth, Wind & Fire and Prince. The album will be released on August 25 via drink sum wtr, a new label formed by A&R...

Latin Grammy Nominated Vocalist Claudia Acuña's New Album DUO Is Out Now Via Ropeadop Photo Latin Grammy Nominated Vocalist Claudia Acuña's New Album DUO Is Out Now Via Ropeadope
by A.A. Cristi - September 23, 2022

Vocalist Claudia Acuña is vulnerable and poised on her latest recording, DUO, which is out now via Ropeadope. ...

Claudia Acuña Joins Christian McBride, Fred Hersch, Kenny Barron And More On New Albu Photo Claudia Acuña Joins Christian McBride, Fred Hersch, Kenny Barron And More On New Album DUO
by A.A. Cristi - July 25, 2022

Reflection and re-dedication are steady themes in the life and work of Claudia Acuña. Following her dynamic debut on the NY scene in the 1990's she released five albums as a leader before slowing down to adjust to motherhood and restore her power. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, she returned r...

Cory Wong Releases New Album With Billy Strings, Chromeo, Big Wild, Sierra Hull, & Mo Photo Cory Wong Releases New Album With Billy Strings, Chromeo, Big Wild, Sierra Hull, & More
by Michael Major - April 29, 2022

GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter, producer, and guitarist extraordinaire Cory Wong has released his new album, Power Station, today. The explosive jazz-funk LP features many special all-star guests including Big Wild, Chromeo, Billy Strings, Béla Fleck, Sierra Hull, Victor Wooten, Larry Carlton, N...

VIDEO: Ponderosa Grove Unveils New Video for 'Changin'' Photo VIDEO: Ponderosa Grove Unveils New Video for 'Changin''
by Michael Major - March 16, 2022

Ponderosa Grove has released the video for their uplifting new single, “Changin’.” The song, inspired by the challenges of the pandemic, brims with optimism and poetic insights and is lavished with heavenly harmony vocals and elegant Americana instrumental virtuosity. Watch the new music video now!...

Jade MacRae Return With New Single 'Weather the Storm' Photo Jade MacRae Return With New Single 'Weather the Storm'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 10, 2021

Having spent much of the past 4 years on the road with US blues guitar juggernaut Joe Bonamassa, gracing stages such as Royal Albert Hall, Red Rocks Colorado and The Greek Theatre LA, Jade is thrilled to be returning to Australia to launch Weather The Storm with shows in Newcastle, Sydney and Melbou...

Grammy Winner Judith Hill Releases New Album 'Baby, I'm Hollywood!' Photo Grammy Winner Judith Hill Releases New Album 'Baby, I'm Hollywood!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 05, 2021

'I wanted to personify Hollywood as a woman who's a survivor. In my career, I've been through so many peaks and valleys, and the show must go on. The message is being persistent, bringing all of your pain and your story to the stage', notes Hill. ...

Entertainer Robert Bannon Reaches 40k Views For Debut Single 'From A Distance' Photo Entertainer Robert Bannon Reaches 40k Views For Debut Single 'From A Distance'
by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2021

Accomplished musical theater and screen star Robert Bannon has released his debut single, providing an inspiring, unforgettable soundtrack to a tumultuous year. Bannon's powerful rendition of Bette Midler's 'From a Distance' written by Julie Gold is a highly emotional and inspiring performance that ...

Zeb Samuels & His Team Of Multi-Talented Jazz Musicians Share 'Astral Commence' Singl Photo Zeb Samuels & His Team Of Multi-Talented Jazz Musicians Share 'Astral Commence' Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 16, 2020

London-born and based musician and multi-instrumentalist Zeb Samuels has released the single, 'Astral Commence' on the 16th of October via Deep Heads. ...

'70s Soul Comes to Life with THE SOUL OF THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Photo '70s Soul Comes to Life with THE SOUL OF THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 18, 2020

Like never before THE SOUL OF THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL brings home audiences and music lovers everywhere an unforgettable collection of legendary soul artists performing their hits in the prime of their careers....

TWRP Release 'Need Each Other' Single Photo TWRP Release 'Need Each Other' Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 11, 2020

Canada’s TWRP have released their groovy new single “Need Each Other” featuring the Oakland-based electro-funk trio, Planet Booty....

Ben Williams Shares 'We Shall Overcome' for MLK Day Photo Ben Williams Shares 'We Shall Overcome' for MLK Day
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 20, 2020

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, acclaimed Grammy-winning bassist, composer and bandleader Ben Williams today shared his powerful rendition of the civil rights classic 'We Shall Overcome” via Billboard. With Frank Ocean-esque R&B production and a world class band, the track is a unifying call...

Vocalist Producer Rapper Vincent Barrea Shares 'Chemical Or Love' Single Photo Vocalist Producer Rapper Vincent Barrea Shares 'Chemical Or Love' Single
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 01, 2019

Vocalist, producer and rapper Vincent Barrea has released his new single 'Chemical or Love' on 31 October via Maitre Music. The track was mixed and mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer Alex Evans (Skrillex, Rag N Bone Man, Basement Jax) and premiered via Clash Magazine. Barrea has seen considerable...

New Album 'The Conversation' From Emmy Winning Film & Television Composer Martin Davi Photo New Album 'The Conversation' From Emmy Winning Film & Television Composer Martin Davich
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 19, 2019

On September 20, 2019, multi-award winning composer and musician Martin Davich will release his first album The Conversation. Comprised of 9 songs, the album features a multitude of the world's most formidable musicians, engineers and mixers that Davich has collaborated with throughout the years....

Polly Gibbons' 3rd Resonance Records Release 'All I Can Do' is Out Now Photo Polly Gibbons' 3rd Resonance Records Release 'All I Can Do' is Out Now
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 19, 2019

Resonance Records discovery Polly Gibbons, a British-born star on the rise, has a sound and style that give off sparks. It's raw, raspy, and full of heat; it sputters and growls, carves out funky grooves, and wails into the skies. All I Can Do, her third Resonance release, the label's founder George...

Resonance Records Presents Polly Gibbons 'All I Can Do' Photo Resonance Records Presents Polly Gibbons 'All I Can Do'
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 26, 2019

Resonance Records discovery Polly Gibbons, a British-born star on the rise, has a sound and style that give off sparks. It's raw, raspy, and full of heat; it sputters and growls, carves out funky grooves, and wails into the skies. All I Can Do, her third Resonance release, the label's founder George...

Jazz Legend McCoy Tyner Signs with ALG Brands Photo Jazz Legend McCoy Tyner Signs with ALG Brands
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 06, 2018

- ALG Brands ('ALG') has been tapped to represent jazz icon McCoy Tyner, it was announced today by ALG CEO Ashley Austin....

Urban-Jazz Guitarist Dee Brown Commits To His Muse On I WANT YOU TOO Photo Urban-Jazz Guitarist Dee Brown Commits To His Muse On I WANT YOU TOO
by Tori Hartshorn - September 26, 2018

Capturing the intoxicating love and joy he experienced after getting engaged, dee Brown exuberantly picks and scats the next chapter in his intimate musical scrapbook assembled for his late fiancée. Going for radio adds next Monday (October 1), Brown and keyboardist Valdez Brantley wrote and produce...

Jazz the Music Hall Presents Incognito with Maysa and Special Guest Down to the Bone Photo Jazz the Music Hall Presents Incognito with Maysa and Special Guest Down to the Bone
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 24, 2018

Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts opens it's historic 90th Season on the Main Stage- and for one night only, Saturday, October 13 at 8PM, three jazz superstars come together on the Music Hall main stage; Icognito, Maysa, and Down to the Bone. Icognito is one of the great stories of UK music ...












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