Thank you for viewing. Shipping included, will ship within 24 hours. Condition: Used. Has mold and stains. Japanese pressing, no obi. There are no noticeable scratches on the record, but I sold my turntable, so I haven't been able to confirm playback. Thank you. George Benson – Give Me the Night (Released in 1980 / Japanese pressing, catalog number P-10851W) A masterpiece by George Benson, renowned as a jazz guitarist/singer, and the only album he collaborated on with Quincy Jones. Released in August 1980, it possesses a universal appeal that transcends the boundaries of soul, funk, R&B, and smooth jazz. The Appeal of the Songs and Performances **“Give Me the Night”** (Title track) Composed by Rod Temperton and produced by Quincy Jones, this song smoothly elevates disco and soul elements. The beautiful and uplifting guitar phrases and vocals by Benson overlap, leaving a strong impression on the jazz/R&B scene. **“Moody’s Mood”** (Featuring Patti Austin) A number that reconstructs a jazz classic in a modern way, the beautiful melody of Benson and Patti's perfect harmony moves the heart. “Off Broadway” This song, which won a Grammy in the instrumental category, allows you to enjoy the real groove of percussion and horns, and the guitar techniques shine. Musical Significance and Evaluation Charts and Awards This album reached number 1 on Billboard's Soul Albums and Jazz Albums charts, and number 3 on the Pop Albums chart, achieving platinum certification within two months of its release. Grammy Awards Won In the 1981 Grammys, the following awards were won: - Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male ("Give Me the Night") - Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Male ("Moody's Mood") - Best R&B Instrumental Performance ("Off Broadway") Furthermore, Quincy Jones and Jerry Hey won the Best Instrumental Arrangement award for their arrangement of “Dinorah, Dinorah.”