Who plays Fourplay?
Fourplay is a jazz group, founded around 1990, in the USA. Current members are: Bob James (keyboards & programming), Nathan East (bass & vocal), Chuck Loeb (guitar) & Harvey Mason (drums & percussion). Loeb replaced Larry Carlton who himself had replaced the founding guitarist, Lee Ritenour in ’98.
Why did Lee Ritenour leave Fourplay?
For the release of album 4 in 1998, Fourplay brought in Larry Carlton (The Crusaders, Joni Mitchell, Quincy Jones) to replace Ritenour, who left the group to pursue other projects.
Is Fourplay still together?
In 2010, Larry Carlton left Fourplay and was replaced by Chuck Loeb, who died on July 31, 2017….
| Fourplay | |
|---|---|
| Years active | 1991–2017 (indefinite hiatus) |
| Labels | Warner Bros., Arista/Bluebird, Heads Up |
| Website | fourplayjazz.com |
| Members | Bob James Nathan East Harvey Mason |
What happened to Lee Ritenour?
In 2018, Ritenour’s house and studio in Malibu, Calif., burnt down. He and his family were safe, but he lost about 100 guitars, 40 amps and lots of his music in the fire. Then a week later, he underwent surgery to replace an aortic valve.
What did Chuck Loeb died of?
Cancer
Chuck Loeb/Cause of death
Chuck passed away last Monday, July 31, after quietly and courageously battling cancer for two years. Although we anticipated the news of Chuck’s passing, the reality that he was gone was devastating and heartbreaking. It was an emotional and sad time.
When did Chuck Loeb join Fourplay?
2010
Loeb was a member of two popular bands working along the seam of jazz-pop and fusion: Steps Ahead, which brought him aboard in the mid-1980s, and Fourplay, which he joined in 2010.
Is Lee Ritenour married?
Carmen Santos Ritenourm. 1990
Lee Ritenour/Spouse
Is Lee Ritenour a good guitarist?
Lee Ritenour has long been the perfect studio musician, one who can melt into the background without making any impact. While he possesses impressive technique, Ritenour has mostly played instrumental pop throughout his career, sometimes with a Brazilian flavor.
What kind of guitar does Chuck Loeb play?
The Chuck Loeb Signature Model Gotoh 510 tremolo with steel bloc. All body woods, figured tops and fingerboards available as options.
Is Chuck Loeb still living?
Deceased (1955–2017)
Chuck Loeb/Living or Deceased
How old is Lee Ritenour?
69 years (January 11, 1952)
Lee Ritenour/Age
What killed Chuck Loeb?
Chuck Loeb/Cause of death