- Origin
- États-Unis
- Active since
- 1950
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Biography
Story
Walter Becker, born in 1950 in the United States, co-founded the band Steely Dan with Donald Fagen. Their compositions blend jazz rock and pop rock, featuring sophisticated arrangements and intriguing lyrics. Becker played a crucial role in the development of the group's unique sound, which marked the 1970s and 1980s. Their discography, including iconic albums like 'Aja' and 'Gaucho', has significantly influenced contemporary music and continues to be celebrated by music enthusiasts.
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Co-founder of the band Steely Dan.
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Active mainly in the 1970s and 1980s.
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Major influence in jazz rock and pop rock.
Selection
Discography
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- Can't Buy a Thrill1972
Can't Buy a Thrill
- Countdown to Ecstasy1973
Countdown to Ecstasy
- Pretzel Logic1974
Pretzel Logic
- Aja1975
Aja
- Gaucho1980
Gaucho
- Two Against Nature2000
Two Against Nature
- Everything Must Go2003
Everything Must Go
- Circus Money2008
Circus Money
- You've Got to Walk It Like You Talk It or You'll Lose That Beat.1971
You've Got to Walk It Like You Talk It or You'll Lose That Beat.
FAQ
About the artist
Q01How old was Walter Becker?+
Born in 1950.
Q02Where is Walter Becker from?+
United States.
Q03What was Walter Becker's role?+
Guitarist and bassist.
Q04What music genres did he explore?+
Jazz rock and pop rock.
Q05What are some notable albums in his discography?+
Albums like 'Aja' and 'Gaucho'.
Q06Since when was he active?+
Active since the 1970s.