Shape of Things to Come — George Benson

A sophisticated and soulful blend of technical mastery and cinematic ambition.

Tracklist · 7 Tracks

Footin’ It

4:27

Face It Boy It’s Over

4:08

Shape of Things to Come

5:18

Chattanooga Choo Choo

3:36

Don’t Let Me Lose This Dream

4:44

Shape of Things That Are and Were

5:48

Last Train to Clarksville

5:36

Moments Worth Listening For

The explosive brass entry on Footin' It that signals the arrival of the CTI sound.

Benson's fluid, octave-heavy soloing on Last Train to Clarksville that transforms a pop hit into a jazz workout.

The lush, cinematic string swell during the title track that bridges the gap between protest song and orchestral jazz.

Where This Album Departs

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