George Benson - "Affirmation" (live at North Sea Jazz 2008)

[@royrogers3404]

When a man puts his heart and soul into his music.. this is the result.

[@ivanguatura1193]

For many years I heard this song on the roads while traveling for work....George Benson was my partner in these long journeys

[@silviasalmeri3628]

😮😮😢😮😮😮🎉😮p😮😮😮😢😢🎉🎉😮😢😮😢🎉😮😢😮😢😮pp🎉😢 🎉🎉a che 😢🎉🎉🎉😢punto siete a scuola 🎉di 3e🎉😂😮

[@ramonestana7338]

Those musicians are from another planet

[@CharlesMSmithToday]

This man has forever changed how we perceive what’s possible on the guitar! A legend, a pure master

[@patstafford8488]

Thank You, Charles !🎉

[@urbanbader4113]

Close to Larry Carlton 😅

[@roberthardin407]

One of my finest concert moments was on a Sunday night September 21, 1980 @ the New Orleans theater. The only one sitting in the front row watching George Benson and his Ibanez guitar. One Pittsburgher enjoying another. He could play his heart out. So smooth. Wish I could go back in time & enjoy it again. Now I am old & wrinkled but have many fond memories. That night was one of the best.

[@joanpierce5245]

Yes. This is George at his Best!!! Thanks for the memories

[@polyglot6542]

When you see someone crying when watching Opera, this song brings tears to my eyes and an indescribable feeling in my heart. That is the power of music!

[@heytheremogwai]

He makes it look so easy. Incredible musician.

[@PanterAmetal100]

It gets easier with practice. Nothing beats practice and persistence.

[@jeremyvanbriesies1940]

This man has been playing guitar for more than 50 years...a true legend of the instrument

[@flubby178]

He borns with small hands so believe in me is very hard for him. But persistence makes him what he's today

[@isseys]

This is an effective positive affirmation , if you keep listening this everyday your life would be happy and successful

[@aaronsmichael]

George Benson the greatest living guitarist in the history of the world. Hands down. Period.

[@wayneblake544]

I AGREE WHOLE HEARTEDLY!!!

[@josemolina959]

Best Jazz Guitarist yes! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@j3sus715]

there is no best guitarist, each guitarist has there own specialty

[@regalbaby82]

And Eric Gale is great also

[@carterpaul2688]

That’s right

[@mr-wx3lv]

I've no idea why this genre of music isn't more popular than it is!!!! What is there not to like?, it sounds so romantic, chill music. Absolutely top musicianship...I could just relax by a pool with a drink listening to this....

[@BanBiofuels]

*Greatest jazz guitarist in the history of Earth.*

[@fukudagetgoal1978]

Christopher Calder Also as a vocalist!!

[@robertwolf3969]

I would definitely put George up there along with Larry Carlton & Lee Ritenour & Chieli Minucci.

[@boreed5734]

@@robertwolf3969 there are 2 guys that play overseas I discovered that blew me away check them out. Bireli Legrene & Sylvain Luc they are outstanding. They play a lot of stuff together. Bireli can play Benson-Wes Montgomery type stuff plus his own additions but Sylvain Luc don't sound like anyone on the planet his jazz style is very different.

[@cloudperson1887]

With Kenny burrel of course

[@barroningram7286]

i couldn't agree more

[@denissudario5739]

David Garfield made amazing solo performance! What a masterpiece solo!

[@timholt8369]

This man is such a phenomenal guitarist and singer. Thank You God for giving us George Benson! He is the MASTER...our greatest living Jazz guitarist.

[@zoerodriguez2530]

Written by the great singer, guitar player and composser José Feliciano.

[@rbsprods3200]

Thank you, never knew that all these years. Jose is a master composer & singer.

[@alfredw1214]

The guitar was invented for him to play to unimaginable dimensions!

[@renethiel1045]

Mmv l m .

[@mrsushicut]

No

[@terrybarfield9451]

Amazing man he is great

[@abdulrahmanraheem423]

Exactly....he set that Guitar on fire! GOOD lord!

[@andrearepetto3015]

One simple suggestion.. Keep your ears well open because there won't be another George Benson after him.

[@scottmclennan6114]

Yes Andrea, the circumstances that produced so many wonderful jazz, blues and rock and roll stars in the 20th century are gone now and won’t be repeated.

[@arienfox]

That's RIGHT 👍

[@souzaangelo_]

Luckly we have another generation of jazz musicians like Jacob Collier and Adam Neely to maintain this legacy alive. Jazz won't never die!

[@santos.l.halper1999]

andrea repetto such doubt in humanity... They said the same about Montgomery...

[@SP-my5gb]

You said it. Stevie Wonder too.

[@lanaharris-davies9722]

I have been in love with George Benson since I was 17 I am now 63 and he still whisks me off to another dimension when I listen to his standout music I have had the pleasure of seeing him in concert 3 times....twice here in NZ. He was a definite must see..must have ...must emulate must of my race Maori...they all jammed his sounds at the pubs and parties....total Legend 🙌

[@LordDarthSoulrak]

George Benson: The greatest guitar Master of the universe!!!

[@lanaharris-davies6281]

Yes i am Maori from NZ and i am 64 I have loved his music from day 1 He transports me to another place in time....love love and more ❤️

[@dougmorton4947]

This is just simply pure magic ❤❤❤❤!!!!

[@Jose_Hunters_EWF_Remixes]

In 1976, George Benson released the album "Breezin'", which featured his outstanding single "This Masquerade, which reach #10 on the pop charts, and for which my performance netted my only victory in a karaoke contest. Also, "Breezin'" is the only album which simultaneously reached the top of the pop charts, _and_ the R&B charts *AND* the jazz charts. I attended a 90 minute concert by Benson in 1994 (I believe) in OKC, and it was absolutely amazing Finally, the video above was recorded in 2008 when Benson was 65 years old

[@880Oliver]

You just have to agree with every comment on this video. Each comment says it EXACTLY like it is. This guy is just fantastic. The 'Breezin' album is with out a doubt George's all-time best!

[@Brijett]

I love this song . Jehovah blessed you with a awesome craft Brother Benson❤

[@Digitalpapii]

band is killin, adds so much life to his solo. dynamic.

[@omniyambot9876]

How do you listen to this without basslines? That's understatement.

[@estefdemonaco5929]

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[@irwanbron905]

WORLD CLASS, THANK FOR GEORGE BENSON FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION ON MODERN JAZZ-LIVING LEGEND....

[@beefysmith4211]

I have seen this video about 50 times and still can't get enough of George and his mastery at the guitar. Certainly a master at his craft

[@perjonsson6392]

Mr Benson. You are the best. Thankyou

[@jacquelinegarvin4520]

George Benson is the best of the best when it come to playing the guitar and smooth jazz period.

[@Ybor-ld6uq]

You have done thousands of solos and rock solid rhythms. One of each gets you to the hall of fame of humanity. One love.

[@TheEleatic]

I LOVE Benson’s playing, his long fluid melodic lines.

[@Bernard-e7k]

Amazing man 😊I was 14 when I first saw him in concert in Riverside CA. I am now 62, and still love his music!!

[@khoapham2764]

I keep coming back to this video! So legendary and it sounds right out of the studio!! If anyone don’t know who this man is, is totally missing out!! Don’t take my word for it! You just have to lend your ear and Feel!! 😎👍👍👍

[@aladdinsmith-bt4qr]

Not actually seeing those strings there backing the legendary genius up has some studio effect

[@NaimaBitam]

Pareillement, j'ai 65ans,et je l'adore,je l'écoute depuis mon jeune âge, nostalgie de ma jeunesse,merci mr Benson

[@ceddyced35]

This is one of the greatest guitarist of all time all hail King George Benson. Just to see this video is a sheer delight.

[@oscarsolomons5213]

Having turned 70 music seem to be like wine, the older it becomes the more better it taste.

[@robertwolf3969]

Another Pittsburgh treasure, Mister George Benson, Guitar virtuoso.

[@paresiomakuna6003]

I'm so happy I've met this genius man in 2005, hamble and amazing person, thanks a lot George ❤

[@ronaldlane1597]

No guitar synths/distortion boxes needed. God given talent and a deep love for what you are doing produces this level of artistry.

[@carlmanguitar]

Yes, George Benson! His music gets better as time passes, just like good wine!

[@AGL5051]

I saw him live over 20 times in Paris and Spain. Never tired. Giant on stage.

[@pgo301]

These are the best concerts I ever went to, Benson puts his Kool on those hot summer days.

[@davidn5117]

Saw George perform this number at the Minnesota State Fair....77 or 78...was backed by the string section of the Minneapolis Orchestra. Was total magic. This is one of his best selections!! Way to go George!

[@norbertwild6983]

44 Years ago ... where is the time....

[@peter6486]

Can't get enough of this music.

[@djffe8597]

George Benson can stand with ANY non-guitarist jazz musician: sax, keyboard, whatever, and play their stuff equally as well. He has the CHOPS! The best ever.

[@fredsstuff1498]

A joy to watch…… A blessings to listen to… TYJ👍🏽🙏🏽😎

[@thomasnodine9188]

Seriously, does anyone have any questions?, this is how it’s done. Bravo George.

[@yopysipa8140]

Benson is the best!!!

[@danielusa998]

yopy Sipa I also really like Bireli Lagrene

[@willbarrow8271]

George was "the Man, fo' $ure, but he also incorporated, borrowed and even Stole like genius performers occasionally do

[@michaelvaughn9020]

So exceptional and phenomenally talented. Jehovah blessed him with immeasurable musical talent. Guitarist extraordinaire.

[@doolybugz]

I hope to meet and play alongside him in the new world...Agape

[@blitzmc9930]

🎸🎸GEORGES🙏👏

[@paulrhodesquinn]

George is phenomenal. Wonderful solo from David Garfield on the keys too!

[@jemaaelfna]

This is magical ,even the other musicians of the band seem totally overwhelmed !!!!!!! This is Beautiful!!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU GEORGE!!!!!

[@PauloRicardoMonterrey]

Sua música é eterna 🤣

[@ventimiglia1982]

Excellent composition of the great Jose Feliciano!!

[@shirleyleone799]

My favorite George Benson Song! He kills it on this track!

[@missmochashake]

George Benson at the age 70 your a genius! and the Greatest! The Greatest in guitar. Thanks for sharing. A fan always.

[@andreypolidor1986]

I was 17 in 1997 I found the " breezin" 8 track in the house and at the time I was driving my grandparents Electra 225 that had a player in it and let's just say the rest was history!!! I wore this tune and that whole album out on 8 track, cassette and vinyl

[@donalddeblanc1306]

Privileged to catch George Benson at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Awesome show!

[@droptopsixfo]

I love how the music changes direction and mood so frequently throughout this tune, his guitar really speaks, it's incredible

[@lastdaysguitar]

God Bless George Benson!! If there is a man who can play a song better than that - I have not seen it.

[@jordanmcmurray847]

He's a magician. An absolute magician. I love George Benson.

[@peter6486]

Love George Benson . His music is timeless

[@doobiebro76]

Mr. Benson thank you so very much the world of music will never be the same! Affirmation beautiful!!!!!!! God bless the 70's.

[@JanDurgen]

Mesmerizing talent - Loved the 70s and 80s!!! His concerts were so phenomenal & the highlights of my life. I'd come home with a natural high that would last for weeks. I love AFFIRMATION, especially the original💖

[@jackmeoff9116]

The King of Smooth Jazz Guitar!! OO0G!!

[@195923plantation]

Legendary performance yet again from the legend ...Mr GEORGE BENSON...oh yes

[@enochbrown8178]

What a supremely gifted man! And to think that his music comes from his very soul.

[@HAThompson]

This almost sounds better than the original. Benson is the best!

[@brandytipene3817]

Total affirmation of the man's talent. Brilliant maestro. 🇳🇿

[@gaspo2180]

As a drummer everytime I hear George I just want to get up and PLAY along. INFECTIOUS !!

[@stantomas]

when the band keeps looking around thinking...this is magical we hope it never stops....

[@eugenemcgirt]

This song is such a classic... the guitar is outstanding... George Benson did such a great job on this Jose Feliciano tune.

[@tm502010]

The definition of SMOOTH! 😍

[@joshuamarks1129]

This performance has a lot of standout moments: regardless of all the beautiful melodies he weaves throughout, he can make anything sound musically spectacular because his dynamic rhythmic punctuation is so strong: check out this closing gem closely at 5:58

[@patstafford8488]

You are So Right !

[@davidprone3480]

His music has me FLY'N.............though with feet still on the ground. Up-lifting , melodic, with exceptional phrasing.

[@Super20011988]

Love George Benson's music since always.... Master

[@davidferrari2978]

What an interpretation of José Feliciano......................................... George................drums and bass my God.....................

[@chelabuford7106]

God given gift on top of mastering his gift through the disciplined honing of his talent = PURE MAGNIFIGANCE!!!!!!!!💯💜 Just amazing!!!!!!!!👏👏👏

[@BraulioManuelCarrillo]

Magistral guitar Sir Benson

[@ronbarton9412]

I LOVE ME SOME GEORGE BENSON OVER 40 YEARS!! THANK YOU!!

[@ligayacabrera1498]

I love George Benson’s ..

[@rosssmith8581]

Can't get enough of this song... Gorgeous. Heard him play this live a few years ago in Toronto and it was one of the happiest moments of my life... Thanks George!!

[@mikehock8364]

Still gives me chills... George B is one of the best ever.. PERIOD!

[@olgazayas2935]

I love George Benson and his music❤❤❤

[@waynespeirs1024]

What I love about George is that he can sing as well as he can play and man can he play!! Wayne

[@kb-ms5rs]

his fingers are doing the running!! and in my 62 Impala he did the Jammin" I loved Cruzin" and Listening to Georgy Play!! Damn I Miss thoses day's but Keep me Dreamin" Thanks for the Video.

[@henk-janswartjens7340]

George Benson is definitely one of the best guitar artists ever. Damn! he is sooooo good.

[@RSajsvsp]

I've had the privilege of seeing him live at the Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival. the first edition. I practically grew up with music of George Benson. a true legend.

[@gusspacedisco5677]

No words to describe this amazing performance, great classic from José Feliciano and the master hands from Mr Benson, a blessing to my ears, what a Masterpiece!!!!!!

[@jemaaelfna]

Definitely Another Musical dimension !!!!

[@patrickguerriero5425]

The keys solo was masterful.

[@guyewing1377]

George Benson is world class!

[@kamelattit8110]

I saw him Live concert many times in Paris and London. A fantastic musician and singer. A fantastic track. Respect Mr Benson

[@andrearepetto3015]

One in a million. There won't be another George for a long time I'm afraid

[@zyzygydarklock]

Whenever somebody asks me who is my favorite jazz artist, it's hard to select just one, but I've said George Benson more times than not. His collective body of work and overall skill set makes it hard to find someone more singular.

[@drextercharles2389]

Here from dank pods

[@prntm926]

Our lord and savior

[@rbunpat]

Huh duh six hungoes

[@williamgabriel5112]

By old mate sen

[@Brandon-jf9cv]

AirPods are trash for this

[@alialsalamah9028]

Same here

[@gholammahbub5277]

wow so beautiful!!🎵✌😉👍😄☀️🌾🙏💞

[@jazz1bro]

The drummer is absolutely responsible for the updated feel of this classic tune. I hear why he is in the band.Of course Gb wakes some folks up to the genius of the real innovators in jazz. he is one of them. Feel ,tone, and usually changing phrasing/ideas.He is a major innovator on the axe.

[@pioneerman1000]

Beyond belief how good this is ,you couldn't make it up!!🎉

[@musterionsurly]

this whole band is outrageous, absolute killers killing 100%

[@robcad8236]

The beautiful tones

[@kamikazedibujando3582]

Elegante ,fluido ,natural ,pues quien mas ? Master George Benson.

[@UrsRiggenbach]

Love this masterpiece ❤, so much soul in this guitarplaying

[@ricardohaikal4025]

Apoteose do jazz! Sensacional George benson forever