Best of George Benson: Live

Though most people would first think to categorize George Benson as a jazz guitarist, (despite the fact that he has sold millions of records as a soulful pop singer) the term that best describes the man is entertainer.

'Best of George Benson: Live', captures his essence in a richly satisfying 10-song microcosm that gives audiences a taste of everything that has made George Benson among the most internationally sought after performers for three decades now. The music was taken from the Eagle Vision DVD, 'George Benson: Absolutely Live', which documented Mr. Benson during his 2000 tour for his third GRP Records release, 'Absolute Benson'. Recorded live at Waterfront Hall in Belfast, Ireland, the set features seven of Benson's greatest hits along with three selections introduced on 'Absolute Benson', featuring special guest Joe Sample on keyboards as well as the BBC Big Band and members of the Ulster Orchestra.

Though there are several unauthorized live Benson CDs, there have only been two previous official live sets with Benson as a leader: the studio-doctored 'George Benson In Concert' on CTI, and the classic 2-LP set 'Weekend in L.A'. on Warner Bros. in 1978. 'Best of George Benson: Live' is the stage legend's first ever live set to include some of his biggest pop hits along with instrumental jazz material, making it a keepsake for all serious Benson fans and collectors.