On White Rabbit
CTI boss and producer Creed Taylor placed George Benson in lavish
Spanish arrangements by Don Sebesky. The title track "White Rabbit"
remains strong even without the lyrics, while "California Dreaming"
sounds relaxed and warm with its Andalusian harmonies. On the closer,
"El Mar," Benson comes through with some truly inspiring playing. This
was Benson's first release on CTI (Beyond The Blue Horizon was
released on its subsidiary Kudu Records) and the debut of guitarist Earl
Klugh. Herbie Hancock adds his magic touch to the Rhodes, as does Ron
Carter on bass.
