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American jazz guitarist, singer, and composer renowned for his smooth guitar playing and soulful vocals.Benson began performing at age eight, gained early recognition as a jazz guitarist, and achieved mainstream success with his 1976 album 'Breezin''. He has won 10 Grammy Awards and is celebrated for blending jazz with R&B, pop, and funk.

• Benson started singing in nightclubs at age eight, initially playing a modified ukulele before switching to guitar.
• He was discovered by jazz legend Wes Montgomery, who became his mentor and helped launch his career.
• His album 'Breezin'' (1976) sold over a million copies, becoming the first jazz release to achieve platinum status.
• Benson unexpectedly became a pop sensation with his vocal hit 'This Masquerade' (1976), which won Record of the Year at the Grammys.
• He survived a near-fatal car accident in 1978 but returned to recording within months, releasing the chart-topping 'Weekend in L.A.' live album.