Walter Becker

The Profile

Walter Carl Becker (1950–2017) was an American musician, songwriter, record producer and co-founder of Steely Dan, known for bass, guitar and songwriting.

Co-founded Steely Dan with Donald Fagen; released solo albums including 11 Tracks Of Whack (1994) and Circus Money (2008). Becker was active from the late 1960s until his death in 2017.

A single detailed review of Walter Becker's solo album 11 Tracks Of Whack highlights its Steely Dan flavour, lyrical wordplay and varied tracks. The reviewer rates it 3/5, calling it a collector's item rather than an essential masterpiece. Musical descriptions praise Becker's guitar and arrangement choices. The review places the solo record alongside Donald Fagen's solo work.