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The Art of the Story

Legendary bassist George Porter Jr. brings his funky sound to SOPAC March 29

By Doug Doyle,
Dave Popkin
Published March 10, 2025 at 8:54 AM EDT
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George Porter Jr.

On this episode of The Art of the Story, legendary bassist and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner George Porter Jr. talks about his new album Porter's Pocket, released in February of 2025.

George Porter Jr.'s new album
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George Porter Jr.'s new album

Porter and his Runnin' Pardners band will perform at SOPAC on March 29.

George Porter Jr. performing with Dead & Company
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George Porter Jr. performing with Dead & Company

You can SEE Dave Popkin's entire interview with George Porter Jr. here.

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Doug Doyle
Doug Doyle has been News Director at WBGO since 1998 and has taken his department to new heights in coverage and recognition. Doug and his staff have received more than 250 awards from organizations like PRNDI (now PMJA), AP, New York Association of Black Journalists, Garden State Association of Black Journalists and the New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists.
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Dave Popkin
Dave Popkin is a WBGO News/Music contributor, veteran sportscaster, educator and musician
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