Hailing Donald Dunn, a towering talent

DONALD "DUCK" DUNN, who died today, age 70, was among the greatest bass player of his or any other generation.

Even if you discount his work with BOOKER T. & THE M.G.S -- which you can't -- his resume is beyond impressive.

"Born Under a Bad Sign" by Albert King? Yep, that's Dunn playing. "I Can't Turn You Loose" by Otis Redding? Dunn. "Hold On, I'm Comin'" by Sam & Dave? Yes again. Dunn. "In the Midnight Hour" by Wilson Pickett? Face it, Dunn's bass anchored a host of the classics upon which SOUL MUSIC has been crafted.

He died in Tokyo, after performing a pair of shows, which demonstrates that his commitment to the music hadn't waned during his advancing years.

I'm listening to Booker T. & The M.G.s today, relishing the talents of a music who will be definitely missed.