Tell It Like It Is – George Benson , Arranged And Conducted By Marty Sheller – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

George Benson’s 1969 album ‘Tell It Like It Is,’ arranged and conducted by Marty Sheller, stands as a vibrant testament to Benson’s early jazz brilliance before he fully crossed into pop stardom. This record pulses with the dynamic interplay of Benson’s expressive guitar and Sheller’s punchy, horn-laden arrangements, giving the album an irresistible sense of urgency and energy. Each track is a marvel of groove and tight musicianship, with Benson’s deft phrasing weaving through arrangements that seamlessly blend jazz with subtle R&B and soul inflections.

‘Tell It Like It Is’ offers more than technical virtuosity—it captures a pivotal moment in late-60s jazz, where boundary-pushing artists were eager to infuse tradition with fresh, contemporary sounds. Sheller’s arrangements bring a cinematic quality, providing the perfect canvas for Benson’s improvisational flair. For collectors and new listeners alike, this album is a snapshot of a period when jazz was in unapologetic motion, and Benson was helping to steer its course. If you value albums that both swing and surprise, that put artistry and heart at the forefront, this LP belongs in your collection.

Track List:
A1 – Soul Limbo –
A2 – Are You Happy? –
A3 – Tell It Like It Is –
A4 – Land Of 1000 Dances –
A5 – Jackie, All –
A6 – Dontcha Hear Me Callin’ To Ya? –
B1 – Water Brother –
B2 – My Woman’s Good To Me –
B3 – Jama Joe –
B4 – My Cherie Amour –
B5 – Out In The Cold Again –