Duke Levine

Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch

Duke is a guitarist's guitarist, known for his melodic virtuosity and classic tone. He draws six-string enthusiasts from far and wide to his frequent shows in Boston when he isn't on the road or in the studio with artists such as Peter Wolf, Shawn Colvin, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Dennis Brennan, Slaid Cleaves, and The J Geils Band to name a few. Greg and Duke talk about his upbringing, Patreon and Social Media, Amps, Telecasters, Practicing, Hendrix's Snickers Bars, and Boston.
2:13 - Jeff Beck, Les Paul, a memorable performance, and Duke’s take on one of Greg’s favorite tunes “Love & Peace”
7:44 - Duke’s early inspirations, influences, and familial connection to music
13:00 - Duke’s Patreon account, thoughts on social media as a professional musician, and live-streaming
22:01 - The Koch Amp, and some good ol’ pedal talk
29:21 - How Duke’s splitting his time between his band vs performing with other artists, and what lured him ultimately to the Telecaster
45:35 - String gauge, Jimi Hendrix, and Snickers
50:50 - Practice vs play
63:34 - Repertoire talk - what you know and when you whip it out
68:52 - Duke’s decision to live and remain in Boston throughout his career
Total Length: 76:03

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