Walter Becker

Walter Becker
Becker in 2013
Becker in 2013
Background information
Birth nameWalter Carl Becker
Born(1950-02-20)February 20, 1950
Queens, New York, U.S.
DiedSeptember 3, 2017(2017-09-03) (aged 67)
Maui, Hawaii, U.S.
GenresJazz-rock
Occupation(s)Musician, producer
InstrumentsBass, guitar
Years active1969–2017
LabelsABC, MCA, Giant, Reprise, Warner Bros.
Websitewww.walterbecker.com

Walter Carl Becker (February 20, 1950 – September 3, 2017) was an American musician, songwriter, and record producer. He was best known as the co-founder, guitarist, bassist and co-songwriter of Steely Dan.

Becker and Donald Fagen reformed Steely Dan in 1993 and had remained active, most notably including their 2000 Two Against Nature album, which won four Grammy Awards. Becker also released two solo albums, 1994's 11 Tracks of Whack and 2008's Circus Money.

Becker died on September 3, 2017 after suffering from an unknown illness in Maui, Hawaii at the age of 67.[1][2]

References

  1. ↑ Kreps, Daniel (2017-09-03). "Walter Becker, Steely Dan Co-Founder, Dead at 67". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on 2017-09-03. Retrieved 2017-09-03.
  2. ↑ "Steely Dan's Walter Becker Dead at 67 - Pitchfork". Pitchfork.com. Retrieved September 3, 2017.