George Porter, Jr.

• Born: December 26, 1947, New Orleans, LA
• Active: '70s, '80s, '90s
• Genres: Rhythm & Blues
• Instrument: Bass
• Representative Albums: "Runnin' Partner," "Funk 'n' Go Nuts," "Searching for a Joyride"

Biography

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, and Runnin' Partner, his own 1990 album on Rounder, displayed his multi-faceted approach. After a five-year hiatus, he returned with Things Ain't What They Used to Be; Funk This followed in 1997. ~ Bill Dahl, All Music Guide

Things Ain't What They Used to Be: Live from N.O. Buy this CD

Funk This Buy this CD

Searching for a Joyride Buy this CD

It's Life Buy this CD

Runnin' Partner Buy this CD