Roger
Troutman
Innovative funkster Roger Troutman was the master of
the vocoder -- a keyboard synthesizer that created robotic-sounding
vocals through the simultaneous use of a piano-like interface
and a breath controller (breath tube), somewhat like a guitar
talk box. What James Jamerson did for the bass, Jimi Hendrix
for the guitar, and Stevie Wonder for the harmonica, Troutman
did for the vocoder. As a member of Zapp, a band that included
his brothers Larry, Lester, and Tony, and recording under
the solo moniker of Roger, he helped define and give life
to a difficult-to-play instrument that previously was used
for gimmicky effects and, as played by others, was basically
devoid of personality. With his winning smile and charming
playfulness, Troutman was a favorite on stage and record.
He'd often bring his vocoder along on radio interviews,
treating the listeners to his amazing vocoder skills.
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