JULY 10, 2018 (New York, NY) -- Walter Becker, a co-founder of Steely Dan, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and an artist of uncommonly unique solo output, will be posthumously honored when the street where he grew up in the Forest Hills section of Queens will be co-named "Walter Becker Way." A street sign, to be officially unveiled on October 28th, will grace the corner of 112th Street and 72nd Drive. This represents the kind of street credibility that Becker truly would have appreciated!

The October 28th unveiling will be accompanied by a ceremony that will include special guests, remembrances from Becker's friends and colleagues, as well as very special give-aways. The event will be presented by New York's Classic Rock Q104.3, and all the day's festivities will be planned and organized by Becker's loyal, enthusiastic fans.

"Walter's fans have decades of experience holding 'Danfests' throughout the country," says Becker's widow, Delia, "and they always find innovative and eclectic ways of celebrating. It will undoubtedly be a fun and free gathering to honor and commemorate Walter as only they can!"

The New York City Council bestows street co-naming honors on New York activists, cultural heroes, and community leaders whose contribution has a lasting impact on the city, the country, and the world. The motion to co-name "Walter Becker Way" was put forward by New York City Council Member Karen Koslowitz of the 29th District (Forest Hills) by way of a legislative bill, which was approved by a full council vote on June 28.

Additional announcements about the October 28th celebration of "Walter Becker Way" will be regularly posted to http://walterbeckerway.com/.