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Steve “Luke” Lukather (born October 21, 1957 in San Fernando Valley, California) is a session musician, songwriter, arranger, producer and guitar player, best known for his work with pop/prog-rock band Toto. In addition to his work with Toto, Lukather has released several solo albums.
Lukather made himself famous by being the most sought-after session guitarist in LA in the 70s and 80s. He would walk into a studio last minute and lay down perfect tracks the first time, in whatever style required.
Known to his friends as “Luke” he still records and tours with Toto (2005) and continues to be an in-demand studio player and producer.
Influenced by the blues-rock pioneers such as Hendrix, and Jimmy Page, jazz guitarists such as Larry Carlton, and funk/fusion virtuosos such as Al Di Meola, Lukather’s style is unique. He is known for fast, melodic, yet bluesy lines. His vibrato is very pronounced and steady. Lukather differs from most rock guitarists in that he can follow chord charts and changes, much like a jazz musician can. In interviews, he explains how he thinks of the guitar in a ‘chordal cluster’ format, and not the typical linear ‘scale format’.
In addition to the high level of ability Steve Lukather has developed over the years, he also has built one of the largest effects rack of any rock guitarist. His tone is very ‘signature’, with a smooth overdrive/distortion, deep stereo delay, and all sorts of various effects on tap.
Lukather made himself famous by being the most sought-after session guitarist in LA in the 70s and 80s. He would walk into a studio last minute and lay down perfect tracks the first time, in whatever style required.
Known to his friends as “Luke” he still records and tours with Toto (2005) and continues to be an in-demand studio player and producer.
Influenced by the blues-rock pioneers such as Hendrix, and Jimmy Page, jazz guitarists such as Larry Carlton, and funk/fusion virtuosos such as Al Di Meola, Lukather’s style is unique. He is known for fast, melodic, yet bluesy lines. His vibrato is very pronounced and steady. Lukather differs from most rock guitarists in that he can follow chord charts and changes, much like a jazz musician can. In interviews, he explains how he thinks of the guitar in a ‘chordal cluster’ format, and not the typical linear ‘scale format’.
In addition to the high level of ability Steve Lukather has developed over the years, he also has built one of the largest effects rack of any rock guitarist. His tone is very ‘signature’, with a smooth overdrive/distortion, deep stereo delay, and all sorts of various effects on tap.
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Shoutbox
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Martuchna8 wrote:
Happy B-day Steve!
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rakepallo wrote:
this was the guy who made made me buy a guitar about 5-6 years ago =)
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Grobenm wrote:
Steve ist äusserst sympathisch und ein 1a Musiker. Live ist er echt gnadenlos laut! Aber auch geil
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John_Petrucci93 wrote:
ich hab ihn live in frankfurt auf der musikmesse 2009 gesehn :D war einfach nur geil :)
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bilboker wrote:
Steve Lukather in Bilbao (Review from www.Rockangels.com): http://www.fallenangelofrock.com/cronicas-f12/cronica-lukather-sandalinas-12-07-2009-rockstar-barakaldo-t11462.htm#155760
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Spiral-Musik wrote:
! Steve Lukather auf der Musikmesse in Frankfurt LIVE am 04.04.2009 Samstag. !
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ashro wrote:
yeah, luke is the man
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JKonstantin wrote:
the one and only... the reason for my i started to play guitar 25 years ago.
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clmclm wrote:
Amazing guitarist and singer whether on his own or with the now defunct TOTO....always expect good music from him and he always delivers...wonderful stuff here...
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evil-even wrote:
the best christmas-album all over the place. luke is the man.
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halfmike wrote:
dude he needs wayyy more plays
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ulytau73 wrote:
Un gran músico..
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Tom99-krk wrote:
Thanks for vote. Now there is a proper cover :-)
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Tom99-krk wrote:
VOTE!!! http://www.last.fm/music/Steve+Lukather/Ever+Changing+Times/+images/6608075
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TBarlass wrote:
The new album should be getting way more publicity
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wma1999 wrote:
Hi guys! Your YES votes are needed here for the correct album cover of this album: http://www.last.fm/music/Steve+Lukather/Ever+Changing+Times/+images/6608075
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RogierRJDonker wrote:
Great player, love his style. Not as fast as Vai but so much more tastefull. Blues:) Love Luke
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enzedder wrote:
My hero..... I still get goosebumps listening to the outro of Rosanna....... your the best
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paggenbach wrote:
What a f*cking great gig in Amsterdam yesterday!!
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wma1999 wrote:
Steve Lukather, truely awesome!!
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