So do I. I had tickets for his performance at the Royal Albert Hall this year (2020), now sadly postponed until next year. Last saw him in 2016 in Bournemouth. He's one of the world's best guitarists, imo.
@@MrPDTaylor Not sure of the Actual High Schools name, but they grew up in the Hill District. I met George Benson's half sister in my High School located in Penn Hills Pa. We were actual class mates. George knows my Dad because I'm a Junior named after my Dad. I'm a Lead Singer.
Actually, George Benson is one of the fastest players around. If you watch at 2:12, Benson pulls off a fast shred. He just plays it clean. Most metal guitarists who know their craft worship the very ground he walks on. If you want to be a great thrash guitarist, then study George Benson.
Well, it’s more like Benson did a cover of Jose Feliciano’s song Affirmation. Nujabes sampled Feliciano’s live version of Affirmation that you can find here on youtube. All versions of this melody are outstanding
You just found out??? Holy crap! See...that’s why I hated when he started singing. People started recognizing him as a singer instead of a guitarist. He’s one of the best ever.
Same, I know it from Jens Larsen. Before this I thought he's just boring singer for old fellows. My father have a cassette of compilation pop songs that have "Nothings gonna change my love for you" by George Benson in it, I never into it, when I was a kid I'm into Michael Jackson and Nirvana 😄
Shining example of beautiful human artistry and expression! It's in the title--"Affirmation"--positive confirmation of that _something_ that resides in all of us!
Watch how all the other musicians are into the collective groove. They seem to be enjoying playing with George. Thanks for the upload. Hope all is well with you in August 2020. Stay safe.
I'd like to hear George Benson remake the Issac Hayes composition " Cafe' Regio's " from the 70's movie Shaft. I feel it would send ratings soaring! HKJ
Georg Besonders, verkörpert für mich das ganze Leid das so so viele Menschen die versklavt wurden eine Stimme gibt, mein soll Eure Liebe sein, die Ihr schnell ewig seit. Ihr seit schon im Himmel Reich, Er liebt Dich.
Yeah I dont know how someone could dislike? I dont believe I've ever dislike a video on youtube though, because I never search for something I don't like. I guess it's just a part of music, everyone's got their own taste
As a guitar player , i love to see Black playing guitar. I knew they had IT in their DNA . They always good in any instrument , especially guitar. But somehow, Black people nowdays leave their build in talents, and Rap dominates their culture.
Bro George Benson is the best guitarist to come out of Pittsburgh and he’s one of the greatest jazz guitarists ever I love your work Mr. Benson
So do I. I had tickets for his performance at the Royal Albert Hall this year (2020), now sadly postponed until next year. Last saw him in 2016 in Bournemouth. He's one of the world's best guitarists, imo.
My late Dad grew up with George. They were High school friends. My dad was a Alto Saxophone 🎷 Player.
George is an incredible Lead Guitarist.
@@davidhall3747 no way! I had no idea he is from Pittsburgh!
What high school?!
In from Baldwin
@@MrPDTaylor Not sure of the Actual High Schools name, but they grew up in the Hill District. I met George Benson's half sister in my High School located in Penn Hills Pa. We were actual class mates. George knows my Dad because I'm a Junior named after my Dad. I'm a Lead Singer.
Sencillamente lo amé desde el primer día que lo vi tocar. ❤❤❤❤
His playing and face are priceless. That mans makin love to that guitar
Consummate taste. No, shredding. Just pure soul & feel
Actually, George Benson is one of the fastest players around. If you watch at 2:12, Benson pulls off a fast shred. He just plays it clean. Most metal guitarists who know their craft worship the very ground he walks on. If you want to be a great thrash guitarist, then study George Benson.
@@KingKull1971 Yhea...like Paul Gilbert with Al di Meola
Killer groove! Benson is a legend
I feel everything he plays in my bones
Always soulful. Just so on top of his game.
First time hearing this song and I just realised the main melody is what inspired Nujabes to make the song Counting Stars. So beautiful!
Well, it’s more like Benson did a cover of Jose Feliciano’s song Affirmation. Nujabes sampled Feliciano’s live version of Affirmation that you can find here on youtube. All versions of this melody are outstanding
@@skylerstook9714 Wow the rabbit hole gets deeper, thanks for the info! The melody is just too good mate!
Such a unique sound and tone! it is so refreshing!
I could watch this all day I love George Benson
I've just learn that he plays guitar. Typed "George Benson guitar", first video is a masterpiece. Nice.
You just found out??? Holy crap! See...that’s why I hated when he started singing. People started recognizing him as a singer instead of a guitarist. He’s one of the best ever.
Same, I know it from Jens Larsen. Before this I thought he's just boring singer for old fellows. My father have a cassette of compilation pop songs that have "Nothings gonna change my love for you" by George Benson in it, I never into it, when I was a kid I'm into Michael Jackson and Nirvana 😄
I also thought he only sings. My goodness. His guitar playing is insane
Wow interesting. he's always been a master guitar player for me. But I do remember thinking he was smooth jazz and boring. Whoops
What a beast! Incredible player
❤❤❤❤ Mi vida como músico es poder tocar así la guitarra Jazz un día. Me enamoré de esa música 🎶
Set a Saturday morning mood with George on the Record Player back in Early 80s.
Man, what a gem of a classic!
Forse non sarà il più grande chitarrista al Mondo ma nel cuore di moltissimi, come me, viene prima degli altri grandi di ... tutti i tempi!
😍👏❤🧡🤎💚💙👏
Walter White 00:28
Thats what i thought 😁
I came to comments looking to see if someone else noticed 🤣
In the flesh
0:26 Heisenberg on the keyboard
Such natural groove and playing with so much soul! Love it!
Shining example of beautiful human artistry and expression! It's in the title--"Affirmation"--positive confirmation of that _something_ that resides in all of us!
Incredible feeling ❤
Watch how all the other musicians are into the collective groove. They seem to be enjoying playing with George. Thanks for the upload. Hope all is well with you in August 2020. Stay safe.
It's true my friend! Undoubtedly one of the best musicians out there! Thank you, I hope you and yours are well too !!
George Benson is a freakin' LEGEND!
i just love this... no words. wow wow
This was a hell of a performance.
Um GIGANTE na guitarra😊 incrível, parabéns! D mais.
BEST jazz guitarist of all time!
Better than Joe Pass?
Al DiMeola wants a word with you.
way better than joe pass. pass is boring as fuck
Please neither of those guys could touch George. George could have an entire stadium on their feet Dancing ... playing jazz!!!😂
I'd like to hear George Benson remake the Issac Hayes composition " Cafe' Regio's " from the 70's movie Shaft. I feel it would send ratings soaring!
HKJ
Magnificent!
Que mostro! Sensacional!
One of the guitar legends right here
Beautiful
うめぇ…かっけぇ……
こんな弾けたら楽しくてしょうがないだろうなぁ
It reminds me of nujabes - counting stars
Muchas gracias por subirlo. Soy fan de George Benson desde que yo tenía unos 9 años de edad.
George Benson is a true CGP….one of the greats right up there with the likes of Chet, Django, Wes, Charlie, Les, Joe Pass etc.
Absolutely Da Goat!!!!!!
Wow! George is such a great player!
The Master and his Art
0:54
George got a little frisky and his guitar said "OW!"
George is like "my bad baby"
Brother of The 80’S 🙋♀️Present, Así Comenzaba un espacio Musical , En Jazz 95.5 FM en Caracas Venezuela 7(⭐️) The Best Benson ✨
Georg Besonders, verkörpert für mich das ganze Leid das so so viele Menschen die versklavt wurden eine Stimme gibt, mein soll Eure Liebe sein, die Ihr schnell ewig seit. Ihr seit schon im Himmel Reich, Er liebt Dich.
Benson provando ser uma lenda.
Top demais 🤩👍👏🎸
Achei em quem me inspirar agr
Maestro!
Incredible 😃
Legend
breath taking
Smooth as butter.
Dang. Best visual argument ever against f-holes on a guitar. BB was right. If George Benson has to tape them over...
Pqp ❤
Legend.....🎸👊🙏
Incredible
7 dislikes....must be 7 deaf visitors. This is legendary. Respect and enjoy this musical genius.
Yeah I dont know how someone could dislike? I dont believe I've ever dislike a video on youtube though, because I never search for something I don't like. I guess it's just a part of music, everyone's got their own taste
Oh Oh ! Sensational!
The best
Exquisite
Groovin’!!!!!
Grandissimo forever
Волшебник!!!!!
my goodness... 🙏🙏🙏
Jessie, Jessie listen to me! i play the keyboard now Jessie!
Walter White playing with George Benson. Great stuff.
Just smooth as silk. What else is there to say?
0 dislikes = RESPECT! 👏👏👏
Mr Benson is the shit!
Ｇｏｏｏｏｄ！
👏🏿👏🏿
The King 💪🏻
Hard work!
O melhor
WOW
by José Feliciano. The best!
George isn't smooth jazz. he's smooth AF silky honey butter jazz
So good. What guitar is that
That a Ibanez GB10
Falto el legendario solo de teclado!
I had no idea this guy had these chops.
Heisenberg playing piano :D
What is the year?
I quit 😮
I take it this was before Walter White got into the meth scene?
As a guitar player , i love to see Black playing guitar. I knew they had IT in their DNA . They always good in any instrument , especially guitar. But somehow, Black people nowdays leave their build in talents, and Rap dominates their culture.
무협지로 치면 이게 이기어검의 경지인가...
先生すぎ
Nujabes
Benson with his guitar solo
Nujabes sampled this lol
esta cortado en la parte del solo del piano una lástima
Postarei o solo do pianista futuramente!!
Walter White on the keyboard
Walter White on keys
Il re
Ha! So Heisenberg had another hobby other than selling meth
he's intentionally out of tune
check yr ears xx
@@cyanhallows7809 yes its clean lol
@@autosuggestion7267 playin outside aint out of tune baby xx
vamos
❤wow❤