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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.

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Martuchna8 wrote:
October 2009

Happy B-day Steve!

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rakepallo wrote:
October 2009

this was the guy who made made me buy a guitar about 5-6 years ago =)

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Grobenm wrote:
September 2009

Steve ist äusserst sympathisch und ein 1a Musiker. Live ist er echt gnadenlos laut! Aber auch geil

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John_Petrucci93 wrote:
September 2009

ich hab ihn live in frankfurt auf der musikmesse 2009 gesehn :D war einfach nur geil :)

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bilboker wrote:
August 2009

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:
April 2009

! Steve Lukather auf der Musikmesse in Frankfurt LIVE am 04.04.2009 Samstag. !

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ashro wrote:
April 2009

yeah, luke is the man

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JKonstantin wrote:
March 2009

the one and only... the reason for my i started to play guitar 25 years ago.

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clmclm wrote:
January 2009

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:
December 2008

the best christmas-album all over the place. luke is the man.

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halfmike wrote:
November 2008

dude he needs wayyy more plays

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ulytau73 wrote:
October 2008

Un gran músico..

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Tom99-krk wrote:
October 2008

Thanks for vote. Now there is a proper cover :-)

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Tom99-krk wrote:
October 2008

VOTE!!! http://www.last.fm/music/Steve+Lukather/Ever+Changing+Times/+images/6608075

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TBarlass wrote:
October 2008

The new album should be getting way more publicity

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wma1999 wrote:
October 2008

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:
August 2008

Great player, love his style. Not as fast as Vai but so much more tastefull. Blues:) Love Luke

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enzedder wrote:
August 2008

My hero..... I still get goosebumps listening to the outro of Rosanna....... your the best

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paggenbach wrote:
July 2008

What a f*cking great gig in Amsterdam yesterday!!

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wma1999 wrote:
July 2008

Steve Lukather, truely awesome!!

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