Breezin'

by George Benson

Breezin' cover art

Breezin' marked George Benson's Warner Bros. debut and a major commercial breakthrough, topping the Pop, R&B, and Jazz charts. Driven by the hit singles "Breezin'" (a fusion standard) and "This Masquerade", the album showcased Benson's virtuosic guitar playing and smooth vocals, solidifying his crossover appeal. The album's blend of jazz, R&B, and pop elements helped define the smooth jazz sound and contributed to its widespread popularity.

Genres

  • Smooth Jazz
  • Jazz Fusion
  • Soul Jazz

Tracklist

  1. Breezin'
  2. This Masquerade - 2000 Remaster
  3. Six to Four
  4. Affirmation
  5. So This Is Love?
  6. Lady
  7. Shark Bite - 2000 Remaster
  8. Down Here on the Ground
  9. This Masquerade - Edit