In July 1966, “Columbia” label released “It’s Uptown”, album by George Benson Quartet (second George Benson studio album overall). It was recorded February – March 1966, and was produced by John Hammond.

Personnel:

• George Benson – vocals, guitar
• Ronnie Cuber – baritone saxophone
• Bennie Green – trombone
• Lonnie Smith – organ
• Jimmy Lovelace – drums
• Ray Lucas – drums
• Blue Mitchell – trumpet
• Charlie Persip – drums
• Don Hunstein – photography

Track listing:

All tracks by George Benson, except where noted.

1. Clockwise
2. Summertime – DuBose Heyward, George Gershwin
3. Ain’t That Peculiar – Mary Tarplin, Bobby Rogers, Smokey Robinson, Pete Moore
4. Jaguar
5. Willow Weep for Me – Ann Ronnell
6. A Foggy Day – George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
7. Hello Bride
8. Bullfight
9. Stormy Weather – Harold Arlen, Ted Koehler
10. Eternally
11. Myna Bird Blues