This Masquerade - George Benson, Leon Russell - Solo Acoustic Guitar (Arranged by Kent Nishimura)

[@myownchannel247]

Excellent! I would pay to see Mr. Benson's reaction to this. I'm still trying to figure out why Kent Nishimura isn't world famous and getting millions of views...am I the only one?

[@flinx649]

you are not the only one.

[@spe-entertain]

Everyone wonders

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

I follow Kent and have never heard of George Benson in my life. Maybe that will give you hope. 👍

[@Chaomhainn]

I have been just as impressed with Kent's playing and interpretation of tunes. No you are not the only one who see's and hears the talent . However the record industry is barely hanging on because of the internet the freedom of marketing players and no need for a usual corrupted record company entertainment industry contract . Where they ( record lables) own master recordings of artist who eventually don't gain much in royalties because of the corperate monopoly . It takes a lot of money for a development deal for artist . But freedom of the market place , gives the artist to record and release in any type of music genre , rock , country , pop , indie , etc.... 04/24/2022

[@goosedogtransam1020]

You won't like the answer. The masses/ millions of clicks don't grasp talent or soul. They want baggy pants, tattoos, and auto-tune. Consider ourselves to be a lucky minority who can value the beautiful magical thing Kent does with a guitar.

[@joshrizal]

Kent is underrated, I give him five stars easily. Song arrangement is the work of a genius.

[@alexandrecaron9638]

Tipping my hat to the hours of time, practice and commitment behind the instrument Kent. Keep discovering the horizons of your knowledge, skill, and experience with your instrument. 👌

[@earlmorton6265]

He understands that fretboard.

[@Dovey14]

Playing any George Benson tune is tough. Especially with the tonality Kent plays with. But Kent doesn't just play George's solo parts, He's playing percussions while playing the baseline and background all while playing lead. Crazy man! Amazing!

[@josephgiustiniani2834]

Been playing for 50yrs,.................... and am in awe of this guy. Simply amazing.

[@bradmcdaniel5468]

I’ve been playing for almost half of my life and he’s easily one of the best I’ve seen

[@elhior23]

@@bradmcdaniel5468 So weird to me that accomplished guitarists think he is the best that has ever lived. I love him and is arraignments. It is very impressive. To consider him the best guitarist the has ever lived is unbelievably silly. He isn't even the best finger style guitarist to ever live or alive atm and I am sure he would agree let alone calling him the GOAT. Maybe someday but he is very young. Again I love his playing he is amazing.

[@2thGuy123]

The Nishimura groove on full display.

[@cowboyrose2212]

Thank you Kent. You give me hope for the future of music. I'm almost 80. I will find your music and listen.

[@lancecahill5486]

I never get tired of listening to this cover. Thank you!

[@xxxygriks326]

Переданы тончайшие ньансы гармонии и одновременно сохранен характер композиции. Гениально, огромное спасибо за праздник, который дарит Ваш талант.

[@spe-entertain]

Even if the KZbin algorithm isn't giving this boy the credit he deserves, to the few who watch him, is a happy lot!

[@lashlarue7924]

One day the algorithm will understand what a truly great musician he is. Then he will go viral. I have seen it happen with Charles Berthold.

[@spe-entertain]

@@lashlarue7924 thankyou. He's a beast goodness me never heard of him

[@juantimer]

@@lashlarue7924 Charles had to resort to davie-fying himself to get over the hump. Even davie knows just playing is a tough row to hoe. The maturity required to appreciate it is in short supply online.

[@Benjamin-ol4jx]

Blessed bunch

[@harrismust2851]

Huge GB fan. Kent's change of chords and lead guitar while maintaining rhythm and bass is out of this world. He really make them look easy but in reality the level of difficulty is outrageous

[@localguy8]

I just saw George Benson n posted it on KZbin under Localguy8 George Benson enjoy n others too

[@BeauJames59]

Keeping the beat in the bass and swinging the melody is a borderline super power..

[@meg5315]

この世にまだこんなすごい方がいらっしゃったとは！好きな曲たくさんカバーされているので今片っ端から聴かせていただいています。

[@illuminem]

Some musicians inspire others to follow in their footsteps. Kent inspires us to just watch and enjoy. There's almost zero chance of any other mortal following in his footsteps! Masterful, as always! Even if we could somehow learn Kent's technique, which would take any of us decades to do, we would never be able to match his flawless sense of style, timing, musicality. To achieve all those things flawlessly in every song takes more than skill. It's a gift. And Kent has given that gift back to the world with every one of his masterpieces.

[@hangerlanetheearthman9421]

Amen. One love .reinventing threshold of humans

[@rcieszkowski]

So well said. Every one of his videos feels like a gift.

[@Jeorge_Supero]

I've been playing guitar for 8 years now and followed his style. I took his performance as inspiration and applied it on my own but of course it can't be better than Kent. His a master.

[@꽁꽁이-d4g]

Agree to all of your words. Feels like you took them out of my mouth.

[@phillynn79]

Hear hear

[@joskabudapest]

Respect, your talent and devotion is amazing, realy beautiful

[@juantimer]

As time goes on I think this might be Kent's finest video performance. Playing this music with this level of virtuosity and soul ... just sublime.

[@4lostinamerica]

Kent's playing cannot be fully appreciated without a quality set of headphones, it's night and day.

[@philominachinmccauley3081]

Totally agree.

[@ExitTwo888]

He is the number one guitarist today.

[@adamrafferty]

Absolutely awesome. You're the best Kent!

[@FrankEnanoza]

Sick! With the guitar solo, chords, bass, and percussion at the same time.

[@fijimanjim]

MASTER of groove and tempo

[@petertrotman7708]

When he started the solo I was on the floor. Wonderful playing.

[@billyroquemore3418]

MR Kent is the best guitarist in the world

[@fungiformenow]

Don’t be silly. He’s the best in the world at being Kent Nishimura. Very fine musician, I’ll give you that.

[@reynaldomarco7940]

This boy is a genius

[@grandpagolf]

To me, the most extraordinary fingerstyle guitarist, far ahead better reknown older or present ones.

[@mazilanjalal281]

Have heard many acoustic solo guitar plays for this song. Kent Nishimura's the BEST!!!

[@nkhmd]

Oh, and that riff at 2:43? WHEW! Massive / epic / smooth / radd / tight / neato.....I'll find the right word, give me a minute.....

[@GlassesKingdom]

George Benson is one of my favourite guitarist, he did well covering songs that if you don’t know the original you would think it’s Bensons …. You did a marvellous job with this the chord choices are great and I love the bass notes they allow the chords to sound so rich…. Great Job again Kent

[@nathancourtney2006]

Stay in the Grove, a pleasure to watch and listen

[@dd2802]

Ok... I am becoming addicted to the effect of what it feels like this reinvented skill in my ears... Absolutely amazing. I didn't know humans have so much potential!

[@localcrew]

It was a great song when the late Leon Russell performed it. George Benson made it his own. This is a great arrangement. I think I will need to listen to it several times to let it digest. 👍

[@fingerstylejim]

amazing performance

[@toddschrocatart]

Exactly

[@sct27271]

It was written by Leon Russell

[@jamesjenkins9916]

Don't forget Karen Carpenter's rendition also, was great as well.

[@olschool3740]

Just found this master! Big fan!

[@DEBOISMORTIER]

For me the best version on guitar

[@didierleclerc66]

Unmistakably Kent

[@ВалерьянИрмолаев]

Как он точно передал дух и манеру Джорджа Бенсона. Восхитительное чувство гармонии и аранжировки!

[@jaybearcat]

Brilliant! I am speechless! Kent's style is a combination of Chet Atkins, Tommy Emmanuel, and Pete Huttlinger all in one!! Phenomenal!!!

[@michaelconway2183]

This gem was written and recorded by Leon Russell on his 1972 masterful Carney album. Fine work Kent.

[@rienvannoort4786]

ive lost words to decribe how insane good this guy is... i have yet to meet anyone else able to use these techniques all at the same time while keeping the groove going on and making it sound like the whole band let alone writing the arrangement in a different tuning .. its just mindblowing

[@rishidiwute3604]

This cant be just practise that meets the eye. Its musicianship that emerges such flow.

[@acousticsong-guitarco964]

I'm totally blown away by this young man! His musicality, taste, skills and talent. Everything sounds so beautiful, he sweeps me off my feet! Wow!

[@TheLegenDacster]

There are no words to describe just how stellar this is Kent. BRAVO Sir.

[@jaikumarvenkatchari3838]

Very elegant.

[@furo21]

Fantastico, incredibile every time

[@Kellumination]

I would dare to say one of the best finger style arrangers in the world right now! I hope you release another book with transcriptions! It has been a blast, challenging, and rewarding working through the arrangements in your book. 🙏

[@warrenr214]

I’ve loved George Benson’s version for several decades. This version is excellent, well done!

[@jereltay6954]

Those lush, tasty chords….and soloing over the beat towards the end….LOVE IT! 😍

[@Phoenix_A.W.810]

OMG!!!!!!!!! NAILED IT!!!!!

[@davdmoi]

So so silky smooth clear perfectly just when you need turn down the light 💡.

[@anthonycross]

Amazingly talented person ❤️ 💙 ♥️ 💖

[@annrhoads6808]

VERY NICE THANK YOU FOR SHARING GREAT TALENT 😊👍✌😊✌🎸🎀🎸🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟T.A.RHOADS

[@loisalanoa6342]

Wow, what another great rendition of a singing guitar player. I still have Benson's album from back in the late 70s.

[@HS-hz5jt]

As usual, legendary song choice combined with out of this planet skill.

[@RichBobo]

OK. Wow. Just wow.

[@apastoys5153]

Im always entertained by your music.

[@nigelyorkshiremanwadeley6263]

Could't have timed this one any better brother. I'm going to see George in concert tomorrow night here in Sydney. Magnificent arrangement.

[@andyjames6664]

A beautiful arrangement of this song. The quality of the performance does justice to another legendary musician. I hope you realise Kent you are in the same league.

[@gangstercorleone]

MIND BLOWN! Straight outa dome! G.C.

[@royalbeatlemaniac7108]

Great to see someone attempting the limit of fingerstyle

[@alexandrecouto5790]

You are an amazing musician. I'm glad I found your YT Channel. And this song is so brilliant!!! Congrats.

[@lxnao]

最近、ケントさんのことをKZbinで知りました。 すごく気に入ってしまい、ケントさんのアルバム４枚、全部購入してしまいました。 CD買ったのは15年ぶりです。 私は、Men At Work が好きなのですが、 Who Can It Be Now? は良かったです。 Overkill という曲を弾いてくれると嬉しいです。

[@muhammadardivans.n6675]

Elegant as always

[@diamondbreak]

Man! The solo at the end with all other compositions, it was unreal!!

[@danilopianca1957]

There is a passage that liteeally drives me crazy and it ix exactly when you change drummjng with the thumb from the body of the guitarr to the xtrings AMAZING.!!!!!! UH.......I forgot.........unattainable as always.

[@VinceMGuitar]

Just amazing as usual Kent!! Your playing is just mind blowing. And you focus all that amazing technique in total service of the song you are playing. No wasted self-indulgent fancy stuff. Love it!! Keep up the great work!

[@livergen]

As always, such beautiful talent, And your choice of music is always such a joy to listen to. Thank you Mr. Kent, I think we all love how you play with an emotional rhythm of such depth. Stay blessed my young friend and keep safe, the world is in a crazy place right now and we need a Island of solitude to rest.

[@corporateraiter]

probably my favorite kent N song of all time -- and that's saying a lot!

[@yes-girl7742]

けんとのライブを浦和でみたのですが。２０２３年です。 なにかとても素晴らしいインスピレーションをうけました。 それには音楽からかけ離れたティーチングがありました。 それは何かというと 小さなライブハウスでこじんまりとしたライブだったのだけど。 けんとはとっても緊張していた。 タブレットを操作する指にかすかな震えを見て取れるくらいに。 しかしながら演奏しているときは完璧にリラックスしていたのですね。それを見たとき ああ。このことなのか。 と理解したのです。

[@MC-tg1xk]

Beautifully played….

[@johnnygodel7531]

Phenomenal! Greetings from Antwerp, Belgium

[@trucchuong1726]

Only 2 performers have taken this song to its best. Karen was a great vocalist, and Kent is guitar! Bringing back yesteryear memories and goosebumps everytime! Thanks for sharing Kent.

[@anselmolemossilva7299]

VERY VERY VERY BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@DJF1985]

OUTSTANDING!!!!!

[@corecatherine8604]

イントロからもう鳥肌！数日前に偶然ケントさんを知り聴きまくっています😆　KZbinのおすすめありがとう！！

[@manitasdeplomo]

Playing sooo well should be forbidden (however I’m addict). While You play those wonderful songs, my own guitar gently weeps…

[@reno7725]

Man Kent - really really good, your internal clock is epic

[@Liesthroughisteeth]

Tam....talented and with a built in metronome.

[@edsonyamaya1888]

Amazing, one more time, congratulations, wild and sweet

[@vocalpro]

I give up music. That was just nuts. My God you're excellent Kent

[@JazzFl1ght]

Kent plays every note of this song sang by George. Fantastic!!

[@jerrykrull9436]

Another smooth version of a classic song. Nice job Kent!

[@carlosandreas6119]

Kent, you're just amazing! You haven't disappointed yet. You pick just the right bits, that go into a song, and keeps the tune fresh and recognizable!

[@markkubiak8296]

So, so good! Kent has a good ear for this masterpiece! Perfection!! He just established himself as a superb jazz guitarist. His alternate tuning and arrangement skills are masterful.

[@lashlarue7924]

Kent, you are my favorite guitarist of all time. Steve Vai has nothing on you, sir. Please keep doing what you do.

[@YinFuBG]

comparing apples to oranges, sir.

[@lashlarue7924]

@@YinFuBG (I just needed to pick a cool/great enough virtuoso to make a comparison. 😉)

[@benjoshd3386]

Steve Vai is for electric guitar nerds . Kent is for great music fan

[@lashlarue7924]

@@benjoshd3386 I agree 100%, but I needed another genius musician with whom to compare Kent. The overall level of virtuosity is comparable.

[@Trev9]

No comments from me could do justice. Save to say, I'm hugely grateful to be treated to such a one man band

[@moonootoo]

Kent does things with the acoustic guitar that I have never imagined possible. It's just nuts!

[@greg_austin]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@davidbooker8319]

Yeah man!! I could listen to a whole album of this!! Smooth… real smooth… yet funky at the same time 👍🏾😎

[@kbbjr8979]

Excellent acoustic work.

[@chingster888]

this is another superb arrangement from kent. got so much soul from someone so young!!!!

[@tropicalstorm339]

First. Always a pleasure listening to your masterpiece.

[@Marshall_EL34]

...they say it's the notes that you don't play ....they say music lives in the "spaces in between". Kent lives there ....

[@J3unG]

OMG!!! This is amazing. Kent is divine.

[@Supaxiro]

I thoroughly enjoyed that Kent. So grateful for your presence in this world. Fantastic cover of Masquerade. Hit all the original licks.

[@FriendM2010]

Sounds great! I’m thinking some Earl Klugh in your future too. 🤘 Wait what. 😳. I hear three voices, bass line, melody, percussion and at the end a smoking lead riff 😳 all with just two hands! 🥳👍🤘

[@syd_seiko]

he has done a Earl Klugh cover - check out "Living Inside Your Love" uploaded when he was just 16-ish?

[@nonyabizz7327]

finest song leon russell ever wrote ..excellent guitar.loved this

[@jerrytaliercio9087]

That was really a cool little rendition…one of my favorite George Benson’s great rendition

[@erniemathews8130]

He sure loves American music, so good!

[@nelsonricciardi7087]

Kent, I have a meeting early tomorrow morning but I can't stop listening to your art, to your music. Amazing.

[@cheeyuenchan7276]

omg! another beautiful rendition.....