Walter Becker

Walter Becker was an American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known as one half of the jazz-rock duo Steely Dan, alongside Donald Fagen. Born in 1950, Becker played guitar and bass and contributed to the band's distinctive sound, which blended rock, jazz, and sophisticated lyrical themes. Steely Dan gained fame in the 1970s for hits like "Reelin' in the Years" and "Do It Again." Becker was known for his meticulous approach to music and production, helping create timeless albums like "Aja" and "Gaucho." He passed away in 2017, leaving a lasting legacy in popular music.