Lee Ritenour To Release Live at Ronnie Scott's Album
The jazz guitarist is set to debut his latest live record featuring 20 tracks on October 23, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Jazz
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Guitarist Lee Ritenour will release his new album, Live at Ronnie Scott's, on October 23, 2026. The 20-song collection captures an eight-night residency performed at the iconic London venue in March 2026.
Why it matters
The release highlights Ritenour's enduring influence on modern jazz and rock, building on a career that includes contributions to historic projects like Pink Floyd's The Wall.
The album contains 20 songs recorded over an eight-night run in London. Ritenour previously contributed to George Benson's album Give Me the Night and the 23-times Platinum Pink Floyd release The Wall.
The players
Lee Ritenour
At 74 years old, the guitarist has maintained a prolific career with 58 album releases.
George Benson
A legendary guitarist and vocalist who collaborated with Ritenour on the 1989 album Give Me the Night.
Quincy Jones
A celebrated record producer who worked with Ritenour on the production of George Benson's music.
Pink Floyd
A world-renowned rock band known for the 23-times Platinum album The Wall, which featured Ritenour's guitar work.
The details
Ritenour performs without a written set list to maintain spontaneity, a method showcased during his March 2026 London residency. The guitarist is also known for technical contributions, including recording missing bars for George Benson's 1989 album using a cassette guide.
Timeline
1970s: Ritenour and Lukather performed on a recording session.
1979: Pink Floyd released The Wall.
1989: George Benson released Give Me the Night.
March 2026: Ritenour recorded Live at Ronnie Scott's during an eight-night run.
October 23, 2026: Live at Ronnie Scott's album release date.
Industry Dynamics
The new live album captures the enduring appeal of traditional jazz performance spaces in the modern era. It follows a pattern set by other legacy musicians who have used the historic venue to document their ongoing artistic evolution.
Listeners can access the 20-track collection across major music platforms starting October 23, 2026. Those interested in live performances can also look for tickets for his upcoming West Coast tour and Tokyo residency.
The takeaway
Ritenour's commitment to performing without a set list highlights the importance of spontaneity in maintaining the vitality of live jazz. Aspiring musicians can learn from his collaborative approach to studio production and his dedication to high-level technical accuracy.
What happens next
Lee Ritenour is scheduled for a West Coast tour in November 2026, followed by a four-night residency at the Blue Note Tokyo in December 2026.
Further reading
For more on upcoming projects, browse the latest news in Jazz.
Source note: This article includes information reported by GuitarPlayer.
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