Lewie Steinberg
Bass Player for Booker T. & the MG's
Born
Died
2016
10 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A bass player contributed significantly to the genre of soul music, primarily through work with the iconic band Booker T. & the MG's. Active during the 1960s, performed on several influential recordings, including the track 'Green Onions,' which became a major hit and helped define the sound of Stax Records. The band served as the house band for Stax, backing numerous artists and gaining recognition for its distinct sound. Besides performing, also participated in various recording sessions that shaped the era’s musical landscape.
Played bass on 'Green Onions'
Contributed to Stax Records as a session musician
Part of the band Booker T. & the MG's
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