Along with Art Neville, Leo Nocentelli and Zigaboo Modeliste, New Orleans R&B bassist George Porter, Jr. was a founding member of the Meters, New Orleans' premier funk band of the '60s and '70s. Porter remained in demand as a session musician for many years. (AllMusic) Outstanding. File under: New Orleans Bass Masters
In the music library: City Of Dreams: Funky New Orleans: Rough Spots
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