Givin' It Up George Benson

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  • Release Date: 10/24/2006
  • Sales Rank: 37,709
  • Label: CONCORD RECORDS
  • UPC: 888072231627

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Givin' It Up

1LISTENBreezin' 5:40
2LISTENMornin' 5:03
3LISTEN'Long Come Tutu 6:38
4LISTENGod Bless the Child / Jill Scott 3:42
5LISTENSummer Breeze 5:03
6LISTENAll I Am 3:24
7LISTENOrdinary People 5:19
8LISTENLet It Rain 4:55
9LISTENGivin' It Up for Love 3:58
10LISTENEvery Time You Go Away 4:31
11LISTENFour 5:15
12LISTENDon't Start No Schtuff 4:45
13LISTENBring It on Home to Me 4:24

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Givin' It Up finds crossover jazz icons guitarist George Benson and vocalist Al Jarreau teaming up for a breezy, enjoyably melodic session that highlights both artists' long careers. Technically a duo album, it is Benson's first since signing with Concord Records. As such, it works as a nice reintroduction to both artists and even finds them reworking the Bobby Womack classic "Breezin'," which Benson originally covered on his 1976 album of the same name. Here listeners get Jarreau adding lyrics and vocals on a version that really evokes the classic '70s jazz-meets-R&B sound that was an original hallmark of smooth jazz. In that sense, Givin' It Up is a true joy for fans of that more organic, song-oriented approach to crossover music, with Benson and Jarreau digging in to such great songs as Seals & Crofts' "Summer Breeze," John Legend's "Ordinary People," and Darryl Hall's "Every Time You Go Away." Also adding some unexpected fun and celebrity sheen to the proceedings is an impromptu appearance by Paul McCartney, who joins in on Sam Cooke's gospel-inflected "Bring It on Home to Me." Throw in appearances by trumpeter Chris Botti, vocalist Patti Austin, pianist Herbie Hancock, and bassist Marcus Miller and Stanley Clarke, and Givin' It Up proves music is always fun with a little help from your friends. Matt Collar, All Music Guide

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WOW!by Anonymous

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April 13, 2009: After listening to the CD in the store, I knew I HAD to have it. A wonderful variety of music that is relaxing and invigorating at the same time. Having a tough day? Put this CD on and a smile will soon be seen from one ear to the other.

For those not familiar with jazz, it's a great introduction. Love jazz? You won't be disappointed either. Great guest performers will keep this CD at the top of your favorites list.

THE BOSSESby Anonymous

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June 25, 2007: I just haven't heard George in such a long time and ooohh Mr Jarreau, this an absolute. The duet with Jill Scott is awesome.