★★★★☆ (4.5/5) Docked half a star only for missing pre-1976 jazz material. As a portrait of Benson the pop-jazz superstar, it is flawless.
Wes Montgomery, Al Jarreau, Grover Washington Jr., Michael Franks, or the production of Quincy Jones. George Benson - The Ultimate Collection -2015- ...
Unlike earlier compilations that leaned heavily on his massive late-1970s pop hits (e.g., "Give Me the Night," "Turn Your Love Around"), this Rhino-released set takes a broader, more career-spanning approach. It focuses primarily on his golden era at Warner Bros. Records (1976–1980s) while offering a more curated, audio-enthusiast-friendly experience than budget-line "greatest hits" packages. ★★★★☆ (4