George Benson

External videos
External videos
	Oral History, George Benson reflects on his friendship with Bob Cavenaugh and the influence it had on his career. Interview date January 24, 2015, NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Oral History Library

George Benson
George Benson
	Benson in 2011
Background information
Birth name	George Washington Benson
Born	March 22, 1943; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Genres	Jazz; jazz fusion; smooth jazz; soul jazz; disco; adult contemporary; urban contemporary;
Occupations	Singer; musician; songwriter;
Instruments	Vocals; guitar;
Years active	1964–present
Labels	Prestige; Columbia; Verve; A&M; CTI; Warner Bros.; GRP; Concord; Mascot;
Website	georgebenson.com

George Washington Benson (born March 22, 1943) is an American jazz fusion guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He began his professional career at the age of 19 as a jazz guitarist.

A former child prodigy, Benson first came to prominence in the 1960s, playing soul jazz with Jack McDuff and others. He then launched a successful solo career, alternating between jazz, pop, R&B singing, and scat singing. His album Breezin' was certified triple-platinum, hitting No. 1 on the Billboard album chart in 1976. His concerts were well attended through the 1980s, and he still has a large following. Benson has won ten Grammy Awards and has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.