buzzz worthy. . . The memorial services for musical virtuoso George Duke will stream live on CentricTV.com Monday, Aug. 19 at 5 p.m. EST (2 p.m. PST) in honor of the industry titan known for his incomparable work that spanned the genres of jazz fusion, R&B, funk and more. His manager Darryl Porter confirmed the news of Duke’s death last week stating that he had suffered heart complications after being treated for chronic lymphocytic leukemia ; he was 67. He leaves behind two sons, Rashid and John. His wife Corine died last year after her battle with cancer. Duke’s “Celebration of Life” will take place at Lure in Los Angeles, beginning with a special viewing that will highlight the Grammy winner's life and legacy via photos and video from throughout the years. Following the service, friends of Duke will jam out to his most famous tunes as we reflect on a life well-lived. Dianne Reeves, Jeffery Osborne, Quincy Jones and Stanl...
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