Agree 100% 👍👍 We didn’t “genre” everything to a fine fare thee well when we only had am/fm, records, tapes. Country stations, rock (everything new and popular) stations and a scant few others. And we didn’t have to watch music, we listened. Steely Dan through an old wood cabinet record player is an ethereal experience, more layered sound.
Those piano licks, Wayne Shorter's saxophone solo and Steve Gadd's drum solo are the epitome of jazz-rock fusion. A five star song (and album) if ever there was any.
Steve Gadd on drums. He showed up late to the studio after being out partying all night (in 1977 NY) and cut it on the first take. When they finally mixed the album and played it for him later, he didn't remember recording it. Check out "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover" by Paul Simon for another one of his trademark grooves. He's the GOAT for sure.
71 year old British guy here. Love your reaction to this. I bought it immediately when it came out and have been dazzled by it for fifty years. Just gets better with age.
Rick Beato has long interviews with SO MANY of the session players that made the music brilliant, elevating. You deserve to spend time watching them share their joyful creative memories!
Often classified as "Yacht Rock", although both came from a Jazz background. The solo by Steve Gadd was an improvisation. No one knew that was coming ... not even Gadd. Caught in one take. Gadd was told to basically cut loose for the drum and sax solo that ended the song.
Yacht Rock is an after the fact made up genre started by some guys on the internet in the 2000s to make fun of Micheal McDonald. That term didn't exist in the 70s. It's INSULTING to apply it to this true jazz rock fusion masterpiece. It's insulting to Steely Dan.
Man, I have underestimated this song for 45 years...I've listened to it many, many times, but I finally HEARD it just now! And thanks to you, my friend...I'm enjoying your Steely Dan journey almost as much as you. Can't wait for you to hear Josie...keep going!
I know a guy who HATES them. Notice I didn't say I have a friend who hates them lol. I just looked at him like he just grew a second head and never considered anything he had to say as worth hearing.
I dunno, I think every good music listener should have a phase where they thought Steely Dan were too hyper produced and slick and cynical. I did, but I got over it lol.
You will love DEACON BLUES and HOME AT LAST OFF THIS ALBUM SO FAR YOU'VE LOVED EVERYONE YOU'VE REACTED TOO OFF THIS ALBUM AND THOSE TWO ARE PHENOMENAL!!
Donald Fagen - lead vocals, synthesizer, police whistle Steve Gadd - drums [Return to Forever, Weather Report, Paul Simon, Al DiMeola, etc.] Victor Feldman - percussion, vibraphone [The T-Bones, Woody Hermann Orchestra, etc.] Chuck Rainey - bass guitar [King Curtis, Qunicy Jones, etc.] Walter Becker, Denny Dias and Larry Carlton - guitars Michael Omartian - piano Joe Sample - electric piano [The Crusaders, etc.] Wayne Shorter - tenor saxophone [Weather Report, The Jazz Messengers, Miles Davis Quintet, etc.] Timothy B. Schmit - backing vocals [Poco, Eagles, etc.]
I wish you young folks would listen to Steely Dan on an old quality record player in a WOOD cabinet (woofers and tweeters). It would blow your mind how much richer and more layered the sound is. You kids are listening to a watered down version of perfection.
@@beverlykrebs4372 Very happy for you. Wood is a natural material, has cellulose cells that sound carries through. Not many people realize the science of sound, the resonance wood carries. You can feel the sound in your body. Even the Beatles albums sound rich and deep, so different than the watered down sound the kids today are getting. I hope you enjoy!
Steve Gadd. You would not believe how many of your favorite songs, he was the drummer on. 50 Ways to leave your lover, was one of his biggest iconic parts. That really captures his syle. He is not a hard hitter style, just like Aja, he can but it's his perfectly played quiet but close mic'd parts that just make a beautiful pocket and groove. Sometimes less is more.
Stilll watching the video! NGL - I’ve been WAITING for you to get to Aja. Steely Dan is its own genre. Don’t even hurt your brain trying to put them in a box! Welcome to Aja!!
This is one of the most complex songs i've ever heard in terms of music structure. It feels like 3 different songs blended together, but it somehow WORKS! This is a mind blowing masterpiece.
If you really want to take a deeper dive into this track, go to Rick Beato's channel, and watch two interviews: one with Steve Gadd, and another with Michael Omartian, who played piano on this track. You won't regret it. Omartian has worked on several albums with Steely Dan.
Yes, that's the Legend Steve Gadd. I've been fortunate to have seen the brilliant Steve Gadd play live many times. Not with Steely Dan though. He's been touring with James Taylor for a long time, and I've been many James taylor concerts. (He tours a lot). Keith Carlock is the drummer who tours with Steely Dan. He's very good.
This song is like hundred year-old scotch You sip it And you let it encompass your palette As you enjoy the Smokiness.. You can't listen to it like it's an energy drink...
Virtually every cut from every Dan/Fagen/Becker album contains at least one killer solo or instrumental jam. Remember Forrest Gump and the box of chocolates? -- "You never know what you're gonna get..." Well, with Steely Dan, you gotta add, "...but I'll lay you 10-to-1 you're gonna love it!" Smooth, sweet grooves in every different flavor, wrapped around a sublime jam filling...you found the whole damb candy store!
I've been a Dan Fan since 1975 when I was 12 and this is their best album IMO. All their albums are great but Aja is my number 1. As for genre, it's Steely Dan. They were considered jazz-rock fusion is the closest to a genre.
"Here at the dude ranch above the sea" is the property i mentioned in a previous vid's comments. my former co-worker talked a lot about riding horses as a kid. this was in Carmel (Carmel-by-the-Sea) California.
Steely Dan genre in a class as ll by themselves!! I have listened to them since the early 70's I never get tired of them it's nice to see younger people enjoying them
Story goes that this is the second take for the drum track. The first take wasn't recorded by the engineer, it was supposedly better! Can you imagine, first time, spot on. Steve Gadd, what a player.
WNBA Fan ! Me too. Her effort on an off game against the French in the Olmpic Godal Medal game was what being a Pro Athlete truly is. Hey, Steely Dan is just good music. Fell in love with them when my friend Tom O'Malley in 1973 on his parent's turntable said to me listen to the guitar in this song. That song was " My old School". Many yrs. of enjoyment listening to their music. Just like " Mile Davis" the music never gets old. Again I like how you let the song run it's course without long interuptions. Glad you're enjoying their music. Great reaction.
I think this is the best Steely Dan tune. The drum and sax thing is just amazing. Interestingly, even though this is one of their most complex songs, the studio band nailed it pretty quickly. First or second take, I think. The drummer is Steve Gadd. He's incredible. The sax is Wayne Shorter who's a jazz legend. Supposedly, Don and Walt were kind of intimidated having him there.
Love that you're discovering Steely Dan. One tip for you, because it could be so much better. Listen to them through some quality headphones. I have used this song to purchase outdoor speakers and noise cancelling ear buds. Also, if you like their horn section, try Jack of Speed. Not a big hit for them, but it is so smooth and tight.
That is the amazing Steve Gadd on the drums. Not only does he have chops for days, but he can also play any style of music and make it sound like he's been playing it his whole life.
I’ve been listening to this music all my life, I still listen to Classic Vinyls, but u, mister, through ur ears and words, make me appreciate it all over and so much more. U point out all the nuances I never gave credit to before. And for that I thank u for the journey u’ are taking me on.
Back in the day there were high end sound stores that used the Dan records to choose your needles and speakers . Genres and legacy's were not a thing. Good music is just that. God bless you
I call this jazz! I love your reactions to Steely Dan. I haven't heard a lot of these songs in ages, and they bring back great memories of the days they came out, and the friends I ran with back then. Thanks!
For me, Aja is a perfect album. I'm never without a copy of the album. It's mixed perfectly, and there is no better way to unwind after a hard day than throwing Aja on the turntable and relaxing with a glass of red wine. Perfect album. The music transports you.
At 3:57 raving about the drums. I’m thinking…to quote BTO, “ baby you just ain’t seen nothing yet!“… With the Wayne Shorter/ Steve Gadd section to come, and then the Steve Gadd outro solo.
You made me so happy - just watching your reaction. Truly one of the best moments of my life. Way back in 1978 ... my first legit adult paycheck ... paying for my first Technics turntable and then ... placing that needle on the first track of Aja. Just magic. Aja was the second track. But just trying to convey how exquisite this album is
It's big band swing jazz fusion. Steely Dan toured with a large number of musicians. That number grew in the studio. Swing is a genre most today are unfamiliar with. But much of the technology today had its roots in big band swing. Like the voice box invented by Alvino Rey. He was the one who worked with both Gibson and Les Paul to develop the pickups for the electric guitar. You can hear his wife using a voice box in conjunction with him playing a slide guitar. That would be Alvino Rey with his band performing St Louis Blues with stringy the guitar. Were the voice box gives a voice to the puppet. There's a very nice clear music video recorded in 1944. It's important foundational history that no one has bothered to cover. 🚜🤠🐂
Steve Gadd is a monster drummer, a legend. Walter, and long-time SD stalwarts Denny Dias and Larry Carlton on guitars, Michael Omartian on piano, Joe Sample electric piano, Victor Feldman, percussion and vibes(vibraphone), Chuck Rainey, bass, Wayne Shorter, sax, ex-Eagle Timothy B. Schmidt, backing vocals, Donald of course, vocal, plus synthesizer and police whistle. Just had to, y'know? 🖖🏼😉🎶❤️🍁❤️✨️🕊 P.s. in 1982-83 I was in the studio 'til I ran out of money and the drummer I'd hired settled on what he termed a 'Steve Gadd samba' for one of my tunes. It worked, wish I'd finished the track(s).
So cool you gave Steve Gadd the love... The drums are just insane, BUT, I will say to me, the coolest thing he did made the least sound, that intentional stick click at the early break, for me, was pure genius, always wondered if it was really a beautiful accident..
I think you are the best, most enjoyable, most real dude doing reaction videos. And you have insightful comments. Just fun to listen to. You got me hooked. BTW, listen to Home at Last on the Aja album and hear Bernard Purdie on the drums. So sweet! Keep doin what you do.
Steely Dan is their own GENRE
Agree 100% 👍👍 We didn’t “genre” everything to a fine fare thee well when we only had am/fm, records, tapes. Country stations, rock (everything new and popular) stations and a scant few others. And we didn’t have to watch music, we listened. Steely Dan through an old wood cabinet record player is an ethereal experience, more layered sound.
@@LadyRustedKnight I was gonna say that exact thing!! You can't compare their music style to any other. They just have such a unique sound.
Absolutely, and why worry about genres?
Bingo!
That was 1977. The album is still used to test high fidelity equipment.
Steely Dan is second to none. The most skilled and sophisticated group of musicians ever in pop music.
Calling Steely Dan pop music is perhaps the supreme insult.
@@carpzero1 True. My bad.
It's jazz rock. The saxophonist on this is Wayne Shorter, who was in Weather Report. You would LOVE "Birdland".
He'd probably love "Endangered Species" (again by Wayne), too. And the bass on that!
Fusion.
Best drum solo ever! Used as an educator.
Steve Gadd
Those piano licks, Wayne Shorter's saxophone solo and Steve Gadd's drum solo are the epitome of jazz-rock fusion. A five star song (and album) if ever there was any.
Shorter and Gadd soloing together. what a world. 🎉
Steve Gadd did it
In ONE TAKE. 👏
@@davidsuycott Watch Rick Beato's interview with Gadd. They actually recorded their parts separately. They weren't in the studio at the same time. .
@@davebrau And a hangover.
How many drum and saxophone duets in the history of music? Mr Gone was Wayne Shorter’s nickname!!
Steve Gadd on drums. He showed up late to the studio after being out partying all night (in 1977 NY) and cut it on the first take. When they finally mixed the album and played it for him later, he didn't remember recording it. Check out "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover" by Paul Simon for another one of his trademark grooves. He's the GOAT for sure.
71 year old British guy here. Love your reaction to this. I bought it immediately when it came out and have been dazzled by it for fifty years. Just gets better with age.
FM is very funky cool too.
I just laugh when people hear this for the first time. It's priceless. Keep going with The Dan, please.
I think I can humbly say there is a large group of subscribers waiting for you to get to this song! 😂😂😂
Me, for one!!
Rick Beato has long interviews with SO MANY of the session players that made the music brilliant, elevating. You deserve to spend time watching them share their joyful creative memories!
love Rick's work
Kid Charlemagne next please🎉
Yes! Kid is my fav Dan track :)
As always. Steely Dan, your favorite bands favorite band 🔥🤘✌
Often classified as "Yacht Rock", although both came from a Jazz background.
The solo by Steve Gadd was an improvisation. No one knew that was coming ... not even Gadd. Caught in one take.
Gadd was told to basically cut loose for the drum and sax solo that ended the song.
Yacht Rock is an after the fact made up genre started by some guys on the internet in the 2000s to make fun of Micheal McDonald. That term didn't exist in the 70s. It's INSULTING to apply it to this true jazz rock fusion masterpiece. It's insulting to Steely Dan.
Steely Dan. Two brilliant artists who bring the most incredible session musicians together. Oh, and then Michael McDonald...Lights out.
Has he reacted to Michael McDonald yet??? He should!!!
Been waiting for that "Oh, sh**!" moment on this song since you started down the Steely Dan rabbit hole, Drew. Toldja it'd be life-changing 😉
Steve "Freakin'" Gadd! Drummer extraordinaire.
You know Fagen expected him to be a metronome and he pretty much was, but this sounds almost adlibbed but I know it’s super precise.
Man, I have underestimated this song for 45 years...I've listened to it many, many times, but I finally HEARD it just now! And thanks to you, my friend...I'm enjoying your Steely Dan journey almost as much as you.
Can't wait for you to hear Josie...keep going!
I know a guy who HATES them. Notice I didn't say I have a friend who hates them lol. I just looked at him like he just grew a second head and never considered anything he had to say as worth hearing.
Wise decision.
I dunno, I think every good music listener should have a phase where they thought Steely Dan were too hyper produced and slick and cynical. I did, but I got over it lol.
Pearls before swine...yes, just look at him with undisguised contempt
😂@@mojorider8455
@@mojorider8455😂😂😂 Yep!!
Keep listening. Keep digging
I’ve never met a Steely Dan song I didn’t like!! Great reaction to one of my favorites. ☮️💜
It’s Steely Dan. That’s all anyone needs to know. 😅
You will love DEACON BLUES and HOME AT LAST OFF THIS ALBUM SO FAR YOU'VE LOVED EVERYONE YOU'VE REACTED TOO OFF THIS ALBUM AND THOSE TWO ARE PHENOMENAL!!
Donald Fagen - lead vocals, synthesizer, police whistle
Steve Gadd - drums [Return to Forever, Weather Report, Paul Simon, Al DiMeola, etc.]
Victor Feldman - percussion, vibraphone [The T-Bones, Woody Hermann Orchestra, etc.]
Chuck Rainey - bass guitar [King Curtis, Qunicy Jones, etc.]
Walter Becker, Denny Dias and Larry Carlton - guitars
Michael Omartian - piano
Joe Sample - electric piano [The Crusaders, etc.]
Wayne Shorter - tenor saxophone [Weather Report, The Jazz Messengers, Miles Davis Quintet, etc.]
Timothy B. Schmit - backing vocals [Poco, Eagles, etc.]
I've had several Rottweilers over the years, each one was a sweetheart, and each one was named after a Steely Dan song. 🎵 ❤
They've been my truth for forty years. Glad you found them
It's the Steely Dan genre-nothing else even comes close.
Im 72 and have been listening since they came out. They will play SD at my funeral.
Aja is my fav. I can listen over and over.....
I wish you young folks would listen to Steely Dan on an old quality record player in a WOOD cabinet (woofers and tweeters). It would blow your mind how much richer and more layered the sound is. You kids are listening to a watered down version of perfection.
I am 64, but have never had one of those. 😞 Ebay, here I come! I still have my vinyl album, so I'm halfway there!
@@beverlykrebs4372 Very happy for you. Wood is a natural material, has cellulose cells that sound carries through. Not many people realize the science of sound, the resonance wood carries. You can feel the sound in your body. Even the Beatles albums sound rich and deep, so different than the watered down sound the kids today are getting. I hope you enjoy!
It’s the title track from their awesome album 💿
Deacon Blues and Josie are both excellent…also
Steve Gadd. You would not believe how many of your favorite songs, he was the drummer on. 50 Ways to leave your lover, was one of his biggest iconic parts. That really captures his syle. He is not a hard hitter style, just like Aja, he can but it's his perfectly played quiet but close mic'd parts that just make a beautiful pocket and groove. Sometimes less is more.
Steely Dan is a genre unto themselves...
Master musicians with creativity on steroids.
I knew when you paused to say how good the drumming was the best was yet to come
The production is top notch.
Have a great day.
Love to see people discovering Steely Dan, they have such a deep repertoire. Keep exploring!
Steve Gadd has his own ensemble now and is still touring. He was just at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, AZ.
Stilll watching the video! NGL - I’ve been WAITING for you to get to Aja. Steely Dan is its own genre. Don’t even hurt your brain trying to put them in a box! Welcome to Aja!!
This is one of the most complex songs i've ever heard in terms of music structure. It feels like 3 different songs blended together, but it somehow WORKS!
This is a mind blowing masterpiece.
If you really want to take a deeper dive into this track, go to Rick Beato's channel, and watch two interviews: one with Steve Gadd, and another with Michael Omartian, who played piano on this track. You won't regret it. Omartian has worked on several albums with Steely Dan.
Steve Gadd on drums--outstanding studio/live player. I believe he won drummer of the year for his work on AJA.
Every Drummer's life changed.
Yes, that's the Legend Steve Gadd. I've been fortunate to have seen the brilliant Steve Gadd play live many times. Not with Steely Dan though. He's been touring with James Taylor for a long time, and I've been many James taylor concerts. (He tours a lot). Keith Carlock is the drummer who tours with Steely Dan. He's very good.
Steve Gadd toured with Eric Clapton many times also. Ask Paul Simon about Steve Gadd. He is SO good!
And there’s still so many more incredible tracks to discover! Keep the Dan coming! :)
This song is like hundred year-old scotch You sip it And you let it encompass your palette As you enjoy the Smokiness.. You can't listen to it like it's an energy drink...
It's a fusion of Rock and Jazz
I remember, in 1977, when my oldest sister bought this brand new album - I was 13 years old - it changed my life....and it's still changing it...
My favorite is Kid Charlemagne. Lyrics help with this one. It's one of those where the music's so good you can forget to pay attention to the lyrics.
Virtually every cut from every Dan/Fagen/Becker album contains at least one killer solo or instrumental jam.
Remember Forrest Gump and the box of chocolates? -- "You never know what you're gonna get..."
Well, with Steely Dan, you gotta add, "...but I'll lay you 10-to-1 you're gonna love it!"
Smooth, sweet grooves in every different flavor, wrapped around a sublime jam filling...you found the whole damb candy store!
I've been a Dan Fan since 1975 when I was 12 and this is their best album IMO. All their albums are great but Aja is my number 1.
As for genre, it's Steely Dan. They were considered jazz-rock fusion is the closest to a genre.
Next songs to do: Don't Take Me Alive and Babylon Sisters
@@winchesterbear yes these two songs
Deacon Blues is next
"Here at the dude ranch above the sea" is the property i mentioned in a previous vid's comments. my former co-worker talked a lot about riding horses as a kid. this was in Carmel (Carmel-by-the-Sea) California.
Steely Dan genre in a class as ll by themselves!! I have listened to them since the early 70's I never get tired of them it's nice to see younger people enjoying them
Peak Steely Dan pyrotechnics. This one lives with me on my desert island.
Story goes that this is the second take for the drum track. The first take wasn't recorded by the engineer, it was supposedly better! Can you imagine, first time, spot on. Steve Gadd, what a player.
WNBA Fan ! Me too. Her effort on an off game against the French in the Olmpic Godal Medal game was what being a Pro Athlete truly is.
Hey, Steely Dan is just good music. Fell in love with them when my friend Tom O'Malley in 1973 on his parent's turntable said to me listen to the guitar in this song. That song was " My old School". Many yrs. of enjoyment listening to their music. Just like " Mile Davis" the music never gets old. Again I like how you let the song run it's course without long interuptions. Glad you're enjoying their music. Great reaction.
It really is THAT good
We used to call it jazz rock fusion.
We still do.
Another Steve Gadd famous drum line you should definitely check out is Paul Simon's "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover".
I think this is the best Steely Dan tune. The drum and sax thing is just amazing. Interestingly, even though this is one of their most complex songs, the studio band nailed it pretty quickly. First or second take, I think. The drummer is Steve Gadd. He's incredible. The sax is Wayne Shorter who's a jazz legend. Supposedly, Don and Walt were kind of intimidated having him there.
Love that you're discovering Steely Dan. One tip for you, because it could be so much better. Listen to them through some quality headphones. I have used this song to purchase outdoor speakers and noise cancelling ear buds. Also, if you like their horn section, try Jack of Speed. Not a big hit for them, but it is so smooth and tight.
That is the amazing Steve Gadd on the drums. Not only does he have chops for days, but he can also play any style of music and make it sound like he's been playing it his whole life.
I’ve been listening to this music all my life, I still listen to Classic Vinyls, but u, mister, through ur ears and words, make me appreciate it all over and so much more. U point out all the nuances I never gave credit to before. And for that I thank u for the journey u’ are taking me on.
I LOL'd when the outro started, your jaw dropped.
Yeah, Steve Gadd.
Remember that name.
It's their own thing man.
They've got their own vibey ass special sauce blend of rock/soul/ r&b/funk/jazz
Back in the day there were high end sound stores that used the Dan records to choose your needles and speakers . Genres and legacy's were not a thing. Good music is just that. God bless you
Masterpiece! AJA is priceless…listen to to it all the time when I need real music
Love your reaction to the sax and drums breakdown. Yeah that really kicks.❤
I call this jazz! I love your reactions to Steely Dan. I haven't heard a lot of these songs in ages, and they bring back great memories of the days they came out, and the friends I ran with back then. Thanks!
Great album! One of my all time favorites. You should shout Dave Brubeck’s Time Out if you haven’t already. There is a great video version on YT
Toto is one of the groups formed by session musicians.
The Porcaros, Paich and Lukather, all from my high school, U.S. Grant, Van Nuys, CA. I knew them all.
Some of the greatest music ever.
It's rock, it's Jazz. It a fusion that is timeless.
Your observations are spot on,they are top notch.
This album is also a headphones phenomenon.
Steely Dan, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Supertramp and the Beatles. There’s my five favorite catalogs of music. ❤❤
Steve Gadd on Drums, Joe Sample on Piano, Wayne Shorter on Sax, and Larry Carlton on guitar
Steve Gadd has an interview with Rick Beato that you should watch right now.
For me, Aja is a perfect album. I'm never without a copy of the album. It's mixed perfectly, and there is no better way to unwind after a hard day than throwing Aja on the turntable and relaxing with a glass of red wine.
Perfect album. The music transports you.
This song and the entire album(vinyl) is best listened to with good headphones.
Fun fact - A'ja Wilson was named after this track. She's the MVP and one of the best to do it, and for a lot of Steely fans this album is the GOAT.
At 3:57 raving about the drums. I’m thinking…to quote BTO, “ baby you just ain’t seen nothing yet!“… With the Wayne Shorter/ Steve Gadd section to come, and then the Steve Gadd outro solo.
Wikipedia classifies it as jazz/rock fusion with elements of progressive rock. Back in the seventies, we were still creating genres.
Treat yourself to Elegant Gypsy Suite - Al DiMeola & same drummer Steve Gadd.
Let's call it jazz fusion influenced prog
You made me so happy - just watching your reaction. Truly one of the best moments of my life. Way back in 1978 ... my first legit adult paycheck ... paying for my first Technics turntable and then ... placing that needle on the first track of Aja. Just magic. Aja was the second track. But just trying to convey how exquisite this album is
Aja is easily one of the top 10 albums of the Seventies!
SD the GOAT - Donald is a musical genius!!
It's big band swing jazz fusion.
Steely Dan toured with a large number of musicians. That number grew in the studio.
Swing is a genre most today are unfamiliar with.
But much of the technology today had its roots in big band swing.
Like the voice box invented by Alvino Rey.
He was the one who worked with both Gibson and Les Paul to develop the pickups for the electric guitar.
You can hear his wife using a voice box in conjunction with him playing a slide guitar.
That would be Alvino Rey with his band performing St Louis Blues with stringy the guitar.
Were the voice box gives a voice to the puppet.
There's a very nice clear music video recorded in 1944.
It's important foundational history that no one has bothered to cover.
🚜🤠🐂
Love watching you guys discover....this incredible band....
Steve Gadd is a monster drummer, a legend. Walter, and long-time SD stalwarts Denny Dias and Larry Carlton on guitars, Michael Omartian on piano, Joe Sample electric piano, Victor Feldman, percussion and vibes(vibraphone), Chuck Rainey, bass, Wayne Shorter, sax, ex-Eagle Timothy B. Schmidt, backing vocals, Donald of course, vocal, plus synthesizer and police whistle. Just had to, y'know?
🖖🏼😉🎶❤️🍁❤️✨️🕊
P.s. in 1982-83 I was in the studio 'til I ran out of money and the drummer I'd hired settled on what he termed a 'Steve Gadd samba' for one of my tunes. It worked, wish I'd finished the track(s).
Yeah, Steely Dan is really great. Amazing musicality.
I call Steely Dan Sophisticated music
Steve Gadd is the drum god. There are great drummers playing covers of that on You Tube.
THANK YOU, LOVE STEELY DAN AND BOZ SCAGGS
David Paich and Jeff Porcaro, from Pretzel Logic, Katy Lied to Silk Degrees. Some of the finest players of their era.
R.I.P. Libby Titus
yes
"Dude Ranch Above the Sea" may refer to a drug rehab spot in LA in the 70's for rich people....
So cool you gave Steve Gadd the love... The drums are just insane, BUT, I will say to me, the coolest thing he did made the least sound, that intentional stick click at the early break, for me, was pure genius, always wondered if it was really a beautiful accident..
I think you are the best, most enjoyable, most real dude doing reaction videos. And you have insightful comments. Just fun to listen to. You got me hooked. BTW, listen to Home at Last on the Aja album and hear Bernard Purdie on the drums. So sweet! Keep doin what you do.