George Duke - DreamWeaver
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- Опубліковано 24 чер 2013
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OUT OF DEVASTATING PAIN COMES DREAMWEAVER FROM KEYBOARDIST/COMPOSER/ARRANGER/PRODUCER GEORGE DUKE
Out of devastating pain comes DreamWeaver, the new disc, which GRAMMY Award-winning keyboardist/composer/arranger/producer George Duke considers his "most honest album in several years." The making of DreamWeaver occurred after his wife, Corine, passed away. Struck with grief, he found it difficult to work during that period. "I didn't feel like creating any music, which was odd, because normally that's the easiest thing for me to do," he says, "Sometimes, I would walk into the studio and say, 'Nah. It's not going to happen.'"
Duke's mojo returned while on a Capital Cruise. During the first couple of days, he didn't play any music, but did check out some of the other bands. "By the third day, something happened," he remembers. After returning to his cabin around 4 a.m. from listening to music, inspiration ignited. "I went back on the deck and watched the sun come up. A couple of songs started coming to me; I got out my pen and paper, and started writing."
With the assistance of an illustrious cast of musicians that includes bassists Christian McBride and Stanley Clarke; singers Teena Marie, Lalah Hathaway, Rachelle Ferrell, and Jeffrey Osborne; guitarist Paul Jackson, Jr. and the late Jef Lee Johnson; among others, DreamWeaver, set for release July 16, 2013 on Heads Up International, a division of Concord Music Group, finds Duke emphasizing more instrumentals than in the past as well as concentrating more on his mastery on various synthesizers.
Like the bulk of Duke's discography, DreamWeaver accentuates eclecticism with 15 tracks that range from swinging jazz and sweat funk to gospel-inflected pop and sensual R&B ballads. As the title implies, Duke likens mixing all of the idioms to weaving a sonic fabric. He also compares that stylistic dynamism to life. "Everything is in transition -- from hot to cold, from life to death," he philosophizes, "I wanted to incorporate that kind of thing and include a lot of things that are a part of my life."
The disc begins and ends with allusions of nothingness, starting with the title track, a sparse etude, and finishes with "Happy Trails," a misty ballad that was at first just dedicated to Duke's wife, but later gained more emotional poignancy because of the sudden passing of Johnson, whose distinctive guitar work fades out the conclusion. In between, the disc unfolds with the evocative, mid-tempo modern jazz composition, "Stones of Orion," showcasing Duke's crystalline piano improvisations along with longtime collaborator Clarke on upright bass; the feisty 15-minute workout, "Burnt Sausage Jam," a track that Duke refurbished from his 2002 Facing the Music sessions with Johnson, McBride, and drummer Lil' John Roberts; the frisky gangster-leaning groover, "Round the Way Girl;" the feet-friendly burner, "Jazzmatazz;" and the heartfelt ballad, "Missing You," another direct tribute to Duke's wife.
My heart is absolutely saddened by his passing. He was my favourite electronic keyboard player ever. His soulful touch, amazing rhythm, talented fingers and love of music was a passion you could feel from every album and appearance. The soul/funk music world, the jazz music world, the Brazilian music world... have lost a true artiste in every word. I'm so pleased that this personal, meaningful DreamWeaver completes his magical journey. May God bless his soul... the maestro is dead.
I miss this guy so much. One of my musical heroes. R.I.P.GEORGE DUKE .
Amen.
I must agree
I am so heartbroken on the loss of this remarkable musician..... Ther will never be another.. like you...We are so blessed to have had you to grace us with your smooth sounds.....I miss ya I miss ya I miss ya George!!!
Another Pianist passed away this year. Gone to Soon. Love you my brother, I've became a dedicated fan of yours over the years in my manhood and still today. Many fans and musicians will celebrate the life of George Duke. My heart is heavy now but I know that you're in a better place with Almighty and your wife Corinne. What a beautiful spirit. Rest in Peace.
George Duke remains one of my top 10 musicians of all time!!!! I was blessed to see him in concert a number of times back in the day and they were AMAZING!!! R.I.P.
I had the beautiful privilege to meet George Duke in Montreux a few years ago: A beautiful Soul !
I never missed one of his concerts in Montreux in twenty three years !
Thank you for having given us your magical music and inspiration !
The groove master was ahead of his time. RIP, and Thank you.
Way ahead!
He had so much energy and heart still before his death.. amazing
RIP George you made some great music man
I'm shattered. George was a regular dude. anybody could just walk up and talk to him about anything. A huge heart, he helped countless people in the music business
What?...George has left us for a better place?...oh my, I can't believe it...very very sad news & what a loss for the music world!..he just had overcome the loss of his wife & found his spirit back with this new album...I love this guys music since I ever heard his music in the 70's...he had been a man of many talents & seemed a real nice guy too...well, what can I say...thanks for your music & inspiration George and may you R.I.P....thank god we still can hear your music!
One of the BADDEST musicians EVER !! And a GREAT human being ! We are all so blessed and fortunate to have listened to his music.... forever Sir George !
I tuned in to hear this session by Mr. Dukes and he was really a great musician... He has truly been around traveling and playing for other various artists.... "GOD" bless you for the great talent you had..... December 20th, 2014
I can't describe how influential George Duke has been on me as a musician and music lover. His broad range of styles, his incredible voice, those fusion records with Stanley Clarke and Billy Cobham. This man is THE most talented player ever ! When I heard of his passing, I cried ! A musicians musician who will be greatly missed. What a talent ! Rest In Peace My Brother !
These words really resonate with me. Since the 70s George Duke has been in my tool kit for life. I listen to his music nearly every week. RIP George Duke
As I’m a keyboardist myself, Mr. George Duke (R.I.P.) is one of my great heros in music. Now after loosing his wife last year, he is gone also. I was very shocked when I read that so sad news. We will remeber You forever, as I saw You with your Band last time in 2011 in Leverkusen at the Jazzdays! Rest in peace, maybe now You play the keyboards in heaven like they had sounded on earth for so many years ....
Thank You!!!!!
Amazing interview...amazing album❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hearing him speak about wife was touching❤️💔❤️
These videos sadden me. George was one of the top keyboard players. RIP Brother. Gone too soon.
Y'know, maybe the video saddens, but his music never does... He left us with plenty of it to enjoy. Thank you for sharing this gift with us George!
Thank you George for the music you created to inspire jazz enthusiast all over the world. R.I.P. George Duke 1946-2013
Some of the vibration stopped when George died last year. RIP, such an inspiration.
Well spoken
What a brilliant, soulful, wonderful musician. ❤❤❤ George Duke. Thank you for all the incredible music and inspiration!
RIP George Duke. Thanks for your music and talent. You will be missed...
I have all of his albums from the 1990s until now. I saw him in Chitown at the China Club years ago. Im glad he is back with his wife. RIP George Duke.
I really wish these artists would take note...I was so hurt when I heard the news this morning. I grew up listening to his music during my formative years and I'm only 23. RIP George Duke
Not only did I like to hear George play, I liked to watch him play, too!
Thank the Lord for you George D for using you to share your heart & Gifts with the world!
Mahalo & Aloha For Life! Can't wait to hear the band in the Heavens that God has prepared for you!
R.I.P GD...Thank You So Much For allowing me to live in this lifetime and experience your gift!
Learning of his death broke my heart because I've always loved his gift of music and the memories that were created when I played his albums.
Lyrics, honesty, diversity!!!!! Thank you forever, the one and only iconic George Duke!!!
Mr. George Duke, you will be missed! Thank you for all of the joy you gave us!
him and stan are the sound of my early childhood. I hear Duke and I'm home. hoped I'd outlive this legend. going to miss you
What an amazing musician. You can tell that he had lost a lot of weight by this point; I hope he didn't suffer much. RIP George Duke.
George is gone but the music will never die R.I.P. another genius gone home
What a wonderful compositions. Touching the heart directly. Thank you mr. George Duke and Patches Stewart for sharing!
So sorry to hear another giant to leave us so early! Heaven will be more musical today. RIP Mr Duke. Thanks for the sounds!
Bless you, Sir .... you live on
Wow one of the Master Dreamweavers of music.....you are and will be missed... RIP....
I have 29 albums by George. This his final album will make my collection complete. You will never be forgotten as long as there is an ear to hear the magic of the spells you wove together as "THE DREAMWEAVER" We love you.
George, you already miss, thanks for all
George Duke has redefined Jazz music for the last 30 years. His legacy will remain forever. R.I.P. Maestro!
George Duke had SO MANY outstanding musical accomplishments throughout the course of his lifetime........he was truly blessed with a gift that he shared with the world for DECADES.......I enjoyed his music tremendously, and will cherish his memory.
Thank God we have this insight into his last album from George himself! Rest in Peace and thank you for sharing your gift.
He lives on.....and on and on..... He is a star now. Thank you "Master of the Game" for the joy your music has given me and will be giving me. Forever in my heart!
He lightened up this world in every possible way.
My wife and I went on The 2012 Capital Jazz Supercruise and George Duke performed and he ripe-it , he was all over the ship taking pics hanging out and talking to everybody. It was a great show especially when he and Stanley Clarke jammed together & did The motherShip Connection.
George RIP
Thank you George, for sharing your gifts and talents with us. Your music and creativity will live in our hearts forever! God bless you!
Thanks for your gift. Rest easy Genius.
Bless you, man! You were a great musician. So glad I had the opportunity to see you in concert.........you were a talented tenth! RIP and thoughts and prayers to your family.
Devastated....this hurts just as much as when Phyllis Hyman passed! He touched my soul at every show, listening to every cd....lasting memory...my favorite cousin and I doing the worm at Blues Alley while George signed our copy of his cd! Priceless....RIP Mr. George Duke!
I completely grew up listening to and studying to be just a pinch as musically creative as George Duke. George was my absolute inspiration for being a keyboardist and musician. I loved the way he crossed all genres, blending, nuancing, segueing... such a smooth, cool, absolutely creative human being. Such a gift that he shared with everyone. And that voice... just beautiful. George, you will be so missed yet, you've blessed us with an amazing repertoire of music with at least a song for everyone
George Duke was so wonderful.He made it clear how much he loved and missed his wife.Together again in Heaven.Will miss and always love you Sir. George Duke.Play that music in Heaven!!!
This man was a genius and left behind so much for us to groove on it's bittersweet.
George Duke appeared here in Atlanta in April of 2013 with Gerald Albright and they were both nothing short of phenomenal and excellent !!! RIP George your influence on jazz and other musical genres will live on for generations to come. You are truly missed.
I first discovered George Duke while playing in my High School Jazz Band during 1977. Although I played saxophone, I quickly appreciated his writing, vocal and keyboard skills. I can honestly say that along with Ronnie Laws, Hubert Laws and Grover Washington, Jr. they all formed the musical tastes that I have today some 35 years later. RIP
I was just listening to "No Rhyme No Reason" and that's what brought me here. You are an inspiration to me George and you will be forever sorely missed. Rest well in God's loving embrace my friend.
Huge Huge fan of this man, his skills as a keyboardist is like no other-he was in a class by himself. Uncanny. Masterful. Disciplined. I literally grew up on his music and he taught me a lot about how to successfully produce a voice of your own musically. And as a person he was such a kind, gentle soul who made himself accessible whenever possible. He will be sorely missed in jazz and music, in general.
My man George Still has it. it's so encouraging to see him in such high spirits depsite what happened to him last year! so enspiring!
Wow we have ALL Lost something with the passing of George Dukes. Truly a Musician Musician.... with such a creative spirit. He had a gift of touching you, with his music and keyboard playing. His music was as real as you can get. We will miss you George Dukes........ THANK YOU for sharing!
I'm missing you, George Duke..
No more "dukey treats". George, you were the epitome of funk/fusion.
Rest in peace in the arms of your "sweet baby" Corine...you were a master, a beautiful soul and an inspiration for so many. Thank you for all the music you blessed us with...we celebrate and honor you. A true Dream Weaver...
A phenomenal musician and a jazz icon. Gone, but never forgotten. His music will live on. RIP Sir George.
Truly Unsung & underrated, jazz purist, jazz /funk/ soul fusionist, singer, songwriter, arranger, producer, just a pure talent. I miss his work. G Duke is a go to on computer, Alexa device, CD & albums. He & Stanley Clark together are just FIRE.
RIP to Mr. George Duke. I grew up listening to his music through my father who was a big fan; from a young boy to manhood I've enjoyed his artistry. Mr. Duke's genius will remain to all who loved him through his music.
Al I concur (totally agree) he is, was, and will always be my musical hero/influence I have tears rolling down my face I truly miss him and I know that I will c him again on the other side. In the meantime I'm gonna continue to keep his legacy alive.
Hear him talk makes me cry. He's such a sweet soul. A great great loss... so young...
One baddest coldest musican..rest well GD
Just saw the great duke passed. Rest in peace. You are the man. From days gone pass to our prsent your music will live on.bless you an keep you.
George,you can leave us with all this beautiful music as the Lord has called you up to play glorious synth.We will see you on the other side,and pray you fly by once in a while to see how we are coping with your loss .Forever in our hearts,George,journey on........Slow.....
wow...that was beautiful. R.I.P. Duke,Jordan,Howard,Golub,Tisdale,Sample....we've lost quite a few from the genre
Bryan Latimer yes now Al Jarreau and Chuck Loeb so sad!
heaven must be a jazzy place, can you imagine?
Sharon A Oh yes, I bet them Concerts are Phenomenal!
You the drummer work with duke leon ndugu chancler has passed away
Bryan Latimer .... I've been listening to Jazz since 2005 and I never feel like that I am current on what's happening in it. How did I just find out about this CD from George Duke SMH. that bothers me.🎼Long🎵live🎵 jazz🎵
Oh Man....Heart really heavy at the news of the passing of Mr. Duke. I tried to remain strong but the tears keep coming as i listen to your timeless music. Your music made me the man/musician I am today. Thank You. R.I.P Oh Great One...You will live forever through your countless hits.
George . . . . . What else can I say to someone who truly inspired my keyboard playing throughout my years and creating music in general. You will be missed, but never forgotten. Peace
Love you man. . . . . .
I've got to get Dream Weaver by George Duke. I never knew about George Duke. I'm so sorry for that. RIP George.
George manages to always come back to his best roots, and I love this studio release! I feel his passion for his wife and fans! Thanks so much!!
Greatness, nuff said, miss you sir
So sad. So soon. Seemed like he had so much more to say. But, he'll live on through his music.
always and forever in my heart, thank you George, just fabuloussss
R.I.P. Mr. Duke. Your artistry and genius will live on forever. Thank you.
MR. KEYBOARDS! George, thanks for shareing your spirit and energy, for all these yrs, will miss u!
R.I.P George Duke and thanks for the wonderful tunes you have given us over the years! You are SIR DUKE!!!
George is 30 musicians at the same time as Stanley clarke says. Another great artist has left us... Missing you.
Thank you George for all of the great music over the years. There is a special place in heaven for people like you. God Bless your family. You will be missed.
Thank You Mr. Duke,
I grew up with your melodies, from the time I was a teenager. I attest that you are one of the all time greats, and you will truly be missed. GOD has joined you and your wife once more, this time for eternity. I will make it a point to pass your genius to my grandchildren. A true fan.
What a bad day yesterday for the Soul Funk Musik...George Duke a wonderful human being and musician .....
R.I.P
Thoroughly enjoyed dinner with our friend George on that cruise. Missing Corine. This is a fitting tribute to a wonderful lady by a superb musical mind. Thanks for sharing your great talent, George.
We lost a great musician and wonderful person.Thank you Brother George Duke for all the great music you gave the world..
Miss you Sir George Duke of music, God truly has a wonderful man with him as of many others, see you in the future! Thanks for all of your music and love you put upon us!!!!!
He was a weaver of dreams and we're missing you George!
May perpetual light shine upon you and may you RIP George Duke, amen. you will be missed
Mr. Duke, I loved your music and your albums as a teenager and I even more appreciate and love them today - Dream on....
Thank you for all Master George Duke, thank you so much, love you. I will never forget you because your music was here for ever in my heart and my ears
Definitely for me the most "complete" musician of modern times. Massive legacy! Much Love and respect Mentor to may. Rest In Power. Maestro.
awwww he missed his wife, you know sometimes when a couple have been married for years and their spouses passes, sometimes they don't live long after. Well God Bless them, they are together again. RIP Mr&Mrs G. Duke.
Mr Duke you'll always be THE MAN. Your musical expertise as a pianist, producer and musical director know no bounds. Thank you for the music and you will be sorely missed. May you and your wife connie rest in eternal peace.
Rest in peace, Sir George Duke!
George Duke.......God truly blessed you. And I hope you continue to bless us with all the wonderful heart felt music you have spoiled us with. Of course, if you stopped, we have a wealth of memories to keep us busy. Thank you so much........WOW!
SO GOOD TO SEE THIS APPRECIATION OF ONE OF THE LIGHTS THAT COME TO US THROUGH RECORDED MUSIC, IT BELONGS TO US FOREVER MAYBE
George, Thank You for the music and memories you gave me. RIP Brother as you now are playing for the Lord
R.I.P. George ........ thank you for sharing your gift with the world!!!
A giant among musicians. Gone but never ever forgotten.
The whole world sheds collective tears on your passings... Blessings, love and light
Duke the man only he could pull of the sounds of music and have it resonate the way he was blessed to do in his musical genre...love you brotha.. R.I.P