It also received a nomination for for "Breezin'". Technical Details for Collectors
, this project marked the first time these two crossover icons recorded a full studio album together. The album is a blend of smooth jazz, R&B, and pop, featuring re-imaginings of their own classics alongside new material and covers. Grammy Recognition : The album earned George Benson two Grammys: one for Best Pop Instrumental Performance ("Mornin'") and another for Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance It also received a nomination for for "Breezin'"
Features contributions from bassists Marcus Miller and Stanley Clarke , trumpeter Chris Botti , and vocalist Patti Austin . The Tracklist at a Glance Featured Artist 'Long Come Tutu Herbie Hancock God Bless the Child Jill Scott Summer Breeze Ordinary People Let It Rain Patti Austin & Chris Botti Givin' It Up for Love Every Time You Go Away Don't Start No Schtuff Bring It On Home to Me Paul McCartney Why the FLAC Quality Matters Grammy Recognition : The album earned George Benson
When two titans of smooth jazz and R&B finally collaborated in 2006, the result was , a landmark album that celebrated the decades-long careers of guitarist George Benson and vocalist Al Jarreau. Released by Concord Records , this project wasn't just a simple meeting of minds; it was a high-fidelity "musical summit" featuring an all-star cast of guest legends. The Sound of Legends The Sound of Legends The album is characterized
The album is characterized by a "breezy, enjoyably melodic" sound that reintroduces both artists through a mix of re-imagined classics and original compositions. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Benson George & Al Jarreau Givin' It Up