Sad to hear the announcement today of the passing of George Duke who died last Wednesday, aged just 67. May he rest in peace.
I think my first George Duke LP was Brazilian love affair. He will be missed.
I had the privilege to see George play live (as a member of the Mothers Of Invention) back in 1971 at the Fillmore East - been a fan ever since. A tremendous player, producer, arranger and songwriter who excelled in rock, pop, and jazz - a one of kind player - he will be missed. Here's a link to a YouTube video of George performing and singing "Inca Roads" with Zappa in 1974 - one of my favorite Zappa tunes - George shines;
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usC2msFdX94
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