Quotes from George Duke

I mean this record does not sound like somebody's maiden voyage.

I would much prefer that they take me as I am, that way the experience is genuine between the both of us.

At the same time, I definitely want to expand my fan base but not at the expense of prostituting my music or heart.

I'm really looking forward to playing in Copenhagen again. Last time I stayed as long as I could, took pictures, signed autographs, and hung out until they through me out of the place!

I'm planning a different show, though for obvious reasons some of the material will be the same, and of course I will perform material from the new CD.

I'm also working on a track for Howard Hewett, and a theme for a new NPR show.

When I think about my new CD, the word 'joy' comes to mind. I sincerely hope that each listener will feel the earth, spirit, and aggressive creativity emanating from this album.

At the end of '69 I did a gig with Jean Luc Ponty here in L.A. He was an electric violinist.

I've developed an audience over the years and I don't want to loose them.

I also hope that with the assistance and expertise of Dome Records, that I will be able to further pierce the UK and European market. I really like playing there and I want to do more! I've found that the audiences get quite involved and really listen to what's happening.

I work with many jazz artists as Miles Davis, Laughlin, etc.. One of the things all these artists had in common is that they had no fear.

The majority of the people I work with are more than musicians and singers, they are personal friends and friends help each other.

Frank liked me because I went nuts on the piano using feet, head, whatever I could find to bang on the piano.

Well, since I produce and pay for my own albums, it is the ultimate freedom.