He Got Soul: David Foster

Take a look at the musical career of David Foster.

David Foster's Got Soul - Starting as a keyboardist in pop group Skylark in 1971, David Foster’s musical genius began to take off with the shared success of the group's top ten hit "Wildflower."

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David Foster's Got Soul - Starting as a keyboardist in pop group Skylark in 1971, David Foster’s musical genius began to take off with the shared success of the group's top ten hit "Wildflower."

Mass Appeal  - David built off his newly gained success and co-formed the group Airplay with Jay Graydon. Their self-titled album is considered one of the most important in the genre of adult-oriented rock.

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Mass Appeal  - David built off his newly gained success and co-formed the group Airplay with Jay Graydon. Their self-titled album is considered one of the most important in the genre of adult-oriented rock.

Grammys Galore  - David Foster has 16 Grammys to his name. As a producer and composer, the hitmaker has received nominations and won Grammy's for such memorable soul pieces as The Bodyguard soundtrack and Chaka Khan's "Through the Fire."

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Grammys Galore  - David Foster has 16 Grammys to his name. As a producer and composer, the hitmaker has received nominations and won Grammy's for such memorable soul pieces as The Bodyguard soundtrack and Chaka Khan's "Through the Fire."

Walk of Fame - Ending the '90s with great accomplishments, Foster continued his success in the ‘00s by producing debut albums for Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and Charice.

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Walk of Fame - Ending the '90s with great accomplishments, Foster continued his success in the ‘00s by producing debut albums for Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and Charice.

David Foster Takes Vegas  - In 2008, David Foster hosted "Foster & Friends" in Las Vegas. The star-studded affair that featured past collaborators was an ode to David Foster's illustrious career and unrivaled catalog. 

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David Foster Takes Vegas  - In 2008, David Foster hosted "Foster & Friends" in Las Vegas. The star-studded affair that featured past collaborators was an ode to David Foster's illustrious career and unrivaled catalog. 

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Giving from the Soul  - David Foster has used his influence outside of the music arena, gaining a repuation as an avid philanthopist. He does most of his charitable work through his non-profit organization, The David Foster Foundation. 

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Giving from the Soul  - David Foster has used his influence outside of the music arena, gaining a repuation as an avid philanthopist. He does most of his charitable work through his non-profit organization, The David Foster Foundation. 

More Than Music - In 2012, Foster stepped into the role of chairmain of Universal's Verve Music Group. One of his aims is to revamp the label, which was once home to jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald, to continue signing up-and-coming jazz acts that demonstrate superb musical talent.

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More Than Music - In 2012, Foster stepped into the role of chairmain of Universal's Verve Music Group. One of his aims is to revamp the label, which was once home to jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald, to continue signing up-and-coming jazz acts that demonstrate superb musical talent.