Artist: George Duke
Genre: Jazz Fusion
George Duke was an American keyboardist, composer, singer, and producer who became one of the most versatile and influential musicians in jazz fusion and R&B. His career spanned five decades and encompassed work with Frank Zappa's Mothers of Invention, jazz violin virtuoso Jean-Luc Ponty, and extensive collaborations with bassist Stanley Clarke. Duke's solo albums, including 'Feel,' 'A Brazilian Love Affair,' and 'Don't Let Go,' showcased his ability to blend jazz sophistication with funk grooves and pop accessibility. As a producer, he worked with artists ranging from Anita Baker to Miles Davis. His keyboard mastery incorporated synthesizers and electronic instruments, helping define the sound of jazz fusion. Duke's influence extended across multiple genres, and his contributions as a performer, composer, and producer mark him as one of the most important figures in contemporary jazz and R&B.
George Duke vinyl records
6 George Duke new and used vinyl albums and singles UK sellers
GEORGE DUKE George Duke (1986 German pressed 10-track vinyl LP - the second release on the Elektra label for the Synth pioneer whose resumé includes collaborations with the legendary Frank Zappa. Housed in a glossy picture sleeve. The sleeveshows some light edgewear whilst the vinyl looks barely played) Track Listing: 1
£12.00 used
STANLEY CLARKE & GEORGE DUKE The Clarke / Duke Project II (1983 UK 9-track LP picture sleeve. The cover shows only light edgewear whilst the vinyl looks barely played EPC25685) Track Listing: Put It On The line Heroes Try Me Baby Every Reason To Smile Great Danes The Good Times Youre Gonna Love It Trip You In Love Atlanta
£17.00 used
GEORGE DUKE Follow The Rainbow (1979 UK 10-track LP featuring guest vocals from Napoleon Murphy Brock. In amongst the cool disco numbers such as Straight From The Heart & Funkin For The Thrill was one of Dukes ultimate Latin-jazz fusion workouts entitled Festival a big hit on the London rare groove circuit
£17.00 used
GEORGE DUKE From Me To You (1977 UK 10-track LP by the ex-Zappa keyboard virtuoso also featuring contributions from Stanley Clarke & Ndugu amongst others picture sleeve. The sleeve shows very little shelfwear & the vinyl is in Excellent condition EPC81850) Track Listing: A1 From Me To You 1:44 A2 Carry On 4:35 A3 What Do They Really Fear
£17.00 used
GEORGE DUKE Say That You Will (1978 UK 7 demostration sample single also including I Am For Real [May The Funk Be With You] company die-cut sleeve SEPC7095)
£11.99 used
GEORGE DUKE I Will Always Be Your Friend (1982 UK injection label 7 vinyl single includes Framed Epic company die-cut sleeve EPCA2661)
£7.99 used