I hate to see these videos because I cannot stop crying when a ton of memories rushes inside me. I never knew how happy I was then and how wonderful my life was. And there SHE was, loving me.
Leonid, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE keep recording these Chicago songs!!! You have successfully captured the spirit of the GREAT band!!! With today's technology, and your impeccable delivery, these are truly a treasure. I am certain the Boys in the Band are extremely pleased and honored by these wonderful offerings!!! Please keep going!!!
Robert, You can imagine the time I'm having discovering all of the Leonid & Friends stuff only as of two days ago. My toddler son loves the videos too!
Love the end where the men smiled with the satisfaction of having just pulled off something that was as close to perfection as they could have done. Fantastic.
My wife and I had this as our favorite song when we met in 1972 but this version with the strings is even more beautiful! Thank you Elena, Marina, Natalia, Vladislav, Zhazira and Anna as well as all the rest of the musicians and vocals.
I CANNOT stop watching & listening to this group! Since I ‘discovered’ them, here on UA-cam, 2 weeks ago I’ve played their entire catalog over & over (& over ...). As both a vocalist & horn player growing up in the ‘60s & ‘70’s in America I was obsessed with the great horn bands like Chicago; Blood Sweat & Tears; Earth, Wind & Fire, et. al.. I marvel at the exquisite musicianship displayed by all of these immensely talented people and only wish I could could ‘sit in’ with them! Leonid’s ability to cipher these tracks - BY EAR - is reminiscent of the scene in ‘Amadeus’ (movie about Mozart) where Mozart hears Salieri’s march played once by the Emperor Joseph II ... which leads to Mozart sitting down and playing it and then running many variations off with ease. Okay, back to the present from my obscure movie reference ... Leonid & Friends musicianship, obvious passion and enjoyment of playing keystone music from my youth has brought tremendous joy to me in what has been (like so many I suspect) one of the most difficult years of my 60 year-old life! (2020) I am a disabled Veteran living in chronic pain and fatigue from Parkinson’s disease. My medical providers encouraged me to return to my musical & artistic youthful endeavors for ‘Neuroplasticity’ ... and it’s been one of the most effective means of pushing back on chronic pain and keeps me from falling into the twin abyss of dopamine deficiency induced Anxiety & Depression. I, however, hit a very rough spot, 3 months ago and stopped painting and playing my music. That is ... UNTIL I heard Leonid & Friend’s opening riffs of Chicago’s “Make Me Smile”. ... which, in a profound way they did! Thank you so very much to all of you in Leonid & Friends for returning music, joy and hope back into my life!
Listen....I am not a cryer. I'm not. But the arrangement and execution of this song is simply Breathtaking. I didn't think a remake could sound as good or better than the original. But it does...it's beautiful. And yes....it made me cry. 😢😢😢 Well done guys. Peace and love. 🎶🎶🎶
I can't remember who wrote this but it's a finger exercise that I played on my violin for years. Maybe someone will know. Maybe Mozart or Bach? Then to use it in this fantastic song. Long live Chicago and this Russian band that really shouldn't be called a cover band.
I have been a life long fan of Chicago starting with my 1st Album purchase in the summer of 72; but I have to say this is the finest arrangement of this song I have ever heard.. This is beyond words fantastic.
OMG! You almost brought a tear to a 62 year old grouch! I LOVED the added orchestration; fantastic, talented musicians. I hope my praise is meaningful to you.
On March 13, 1976, we married. Colour My World was the song we danced to for our first dance as husband & wife. Thank you for performing this so beautifully. It brings back memories of our wedding dance and all these years together. I also have been listening to all your other videos. Buying your CD's and a tee shirt. Love you all!!
I found these guys purely by accident. I was just browsing on Facebook one day and I saw the link for their cover of 25 or 6 to 4. But all I saw was just the guitars and drums in the picture.(at first, I was thinking it was just a couple of guys throwing something together without horns.) Then the horns played and EVERYTHING CHANGED ! They even got that one guy who's got that rough soulful vocal quality of Terry Kath, he doesn't sound EXACTLY like him but he doesn't really need to, the quality of his voice is close enough.
I saw this live twice, in the 70's before we lost Terry, and just a few years ago with James singing his song he wrote. This arrangement pays homage to the original, while making it better in every way. The horns and strings add so much elegance and depth, I imagine this is how Chicago would do it now if they could. But it goes way beyond that for me. I was involved in live broadcast television production for 17 years on camera, and later as director. It blows me away how good these UA-cam videos are. All the musicians and singers are world class, the editing is superb, and the camera shots are perfect. Well done Leonid and crew. From a lifelong Chicago fan.
As a Long Time Chicago Enthusiast I Can and Must Say that This is the Best Cover I have Ever Heard of Color My World. The Extra Horns and Strings give the song a New Dimension. Excellent Work.
In 1976, my husband & I were married. We had our first dance as a married couple while this song was being performed. It was performed well but your performance outshines theirs. Thank you for this video and all the memories it brings back to us 44 years later. Love you all for this!!
This needs to be at least 30 minutes longer.........this is one of the most beautiful arrangements I've ever heard. The musicality in this is just phenomenal. The Horn section is a nice addition to the beginning, and the rest of the song is just magnificent. Bravo!
I'd say what it is, is another great version of the song. The original is the original....a TON of feeling & emotion in the vocals. This version is less "raw," but the strings are flippin' beautiful in this. Love 'em both.
Never thought I would hear Chicago live again. These guys put me in a time warp. I always love the original band but these guys are a close second. Thanks for turning me on to them!
Hello Leonid. I'm a mexican Chicago fan. Congratulations, you dared making a new arrangement of this emblematic Chicago song... you took the risk... and you did it in a GREAT way. 👍
As a Chicagoan and a fan of Chicago, particularly this set of their work, your flawless covers bring back a flood of emotions and memories that words cannot describe. I do hope you come to the States and share with us this wonderful music live. I will travel to see as many of your shows as possible. Thank you from deep inside for bringing this music to life. Facebook is has gone viral with the 25 or 6 to 4 cover - outstanding! You need to release an album of this music so I might own it and play it to death as I immerse myself in the joy it brings and your outstanding talent! Bravo! Well done! I need this in my cloud library! Thank you so very much for touching so many here in the US.
Normally I'd say tampering with the original arrangement on this song would be considered a sacrilege but your orchestration is simply perfect! Anticipating you guys playing in Philly. Keep the Chicago covers coming: In the Country, Dialogue, Beginings, Q 67 &68, Feelin' Stronger, I'm a Man, and esp. Searchin' For Answer. Thx.
Here come 2 of your requests: I can add a few more... Beginnings ua-cam.com/video/7kQ1llzPiB4/v-deo.html Questions 67 & 68 ua-cam.com/video/NKzOjRKqY0Q/v-deo.html
This great song was played at our wedding 7/17/77. We are going to hear Leonid and friends perform their version, which is so much richer, in San Diego to celebrate our 42nd anniversary. In spite of what we hear in the news and on Twitter, the world is a better place Our Russian friends have reached out over the Atlantic to touch hearts and hands. Well done!
Just read your comment and it is the end of October 2020. Terry was the soul of Chicago. I had the privilege of growing up in Chicago and attended both elementary and high school with Terry. RIP Terry. Rest In Peace...
@@jerrywoods4066 thank you for commenting. Terry was one-of a-kind. He was always experimenting with new equipment and sounds. A truly creative player...
Thank you it’s beautiful,one class act. That was the song that my wife of almost 50 years in one more year would dance to every time we heard it.Thanks again !❤😊
Leonid and Company: You folks are absolutely incredible in every way. Bravo. I can't stop watching these videos and I hope you come to the US so we can all see you do this LIVE. Just so amazing. Many Thanks!
More than OUTSTANDING. Chicago could have rendered it like this ... but you DID. You captured the Chicago signature and applied it to this simple song. A Million thumbs up to you. !!
Just when my face hit the ground. Just when there's no friendly hand to help. Just when any exit is another mile away. Just when about to give up. I go home, place my headphones on, and listen this song. Then the whole world is fine with me. Thanks Leonid and friends for doing justice To one of the best musical bands of all times.
I love the arrangement with the additional horns and strings! It’s the perfect tribute bringing together all the elements that make Chicago great with added originality on one of Chicago’s best ever songs. With due respect, this arrangement is exactly what was needed to bring the song into the modern age and rounds it out beautifully. The elegant simplicity of the original will always be THE version, but I’m glad this modern arrangement exists alongside it 😊
Leonid, I have been a Chicago fan since 1969 & the Chicago Transit Authority days. Of All the Chicago classics & I love them all.You so honored the immortal Terry Kath with this one & I sincerely hope that Robert, Lee, Jimmy & Walt could hear what you've done with so much authenticity, homage to their 'sound', reverence & love for the music of Chicago.
I'm just in AWE. What a great talent. I love this band but hadn't heard this guy sing before. He knocked my socks off from the first note with that beautiful voice. Wow. I only recently discovered this band but they just keep impressing me more and more with each new song I hear.
I used to sing this song in a cover band, I have done it thousands of time.. you people nailed it.. LOVE you music, I would simply love to sing with you... what a wonder you are !!
Leonid, I second what Julia says here. This is incredible. Your group is amazing. You go beyond simply replicating the music. You take it to whole new level. Absolutely amazing, sir!
OMG! You are all gorgeous. How do you do that!? You sound like the original, and very American. I'm all American, and live in New York with plenty of Russians and when I closed my eyes it was a Chicago album. Bravo to the whole extended lot of you. You are impeccable.
I have never in my life heard a cover band do it so well!!! Bravo!!! Please come and tour America. Tribute bands are very popular here today and you would do well!!!!
Man, I LOVED Chicago - especially in the early years. These guys do Chicago, live, better than CHICAGO did, live, and I've seen them in several concerts. WELL DONE, "Leonid & Friends"!!!
I love the addition of the horns & strings. They give another layer of depth. Chicago's brass has a signature sound. You have written a brass arrangement that emulates that sound perfectly. Beautiful!
The strings and horns enhance the original song. My dad is an original Chicago (CTA) fan from 1969..the year he graduated high school....I played him this and he loved it!
Who are the complete morons that are giving ANY of leonid and friends’ videos thumbs down? To the band: absolutely exceptional. Your attention to detail and obvious passion for Chicago’s music shows in your pristine recreations. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard a better tribute band in my 41 years on this planet. Bravo, sirs.
come on you guys great horn section and arrangement, great string arrangement and Terry kath live's on in you my friend A Chicago/Cta life fan from chicago,usa I now love Russia
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I hate to see these videos because I cannot stop crying when a ton of memories rushes inside me. I never knew how happy I was then and how wonderful my life was. And there SHE was, loving me.
Great to hear Leonid singing lead.
Leonid, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE keep recording these Chicago songs!!! You have successfully captured the spirit of the GREAT band!!! With today's technology, and your impeccable delivery, these are truly a treasure. I am certain the Boys in the Band are extremely pleased and honored by these wonderful offerings!!! Please keep going!!!
Robert, You can imagine the time I'm having discovering all of the Leonid & Friends stuff only as of two days ago. My toddler son loves the videos too!
Robert You must love real music?
You know what the amazing part of this is they don't speak any English
Yea, keep going.
Terry kaths voice inside Leonid
Love the end where the men smiled with the satisfaction of having just pulled off something that was as close to perfection as they could have done. Fantastic.
My wife and I had this as our favorite song when we met in 1972 but this version with the strings is even more beautiful! Thank you Elena, Marina, Natalia, Vladislav, Zhazira and Anna as well as all the rest of the musicians and vocals.
Im flabbergasted as to how great these guys are. Truly, this isnt just a tribute band, this literally is THE greatest band in the world
I CANNOT stop watching & listening to this group! Since I ‘discovered’ them, here on UA-cam, 2 weeks ago I’ve played their entire catalog over & over (& over ...). As both a vocalist & horn player growing up in the ‘60s & ‘70’s in America I was obsessed with the great horn bands like Chicago; Blood Sweat & Tears; Earth, Wind & Fire, et. al.. I marvel at the exquisite musicianship displayed by all of these immensely talented people and only wish I could could ‘sit in’ with them!
Leonid’s ability to cipher these tracks - BY EAR - is reminiscent of the scene in ‘Amadeus’ (movie about Mozart) where Mozart hears Salieri’s march played once by the Emperor Joseph II ... which leads to Mozart sitting down and playing it and then running many variations off with ease.
Okay, back to the present from my obscure movie reference ... Leonid & Friends musicianship, obvious passion and enjoyment of playing keystone music from my youth has brought tremendous joy to me in what has been (like so many I suspect) one of the most difficult years of my 60 year-old life! (2020)
I am a disabled Veteran living in chronic pain and fatigue from Parkinson’s disease. My medical providers encouraged me to return to my musical & artistic youthful endeavors for ‘Neuroplasticity’ ... and it’s been one of the most effective means of pushing back on chronic pain and keeps me from falling into the twin abyss of dopamine deficiency induced Anxiety & Depression.
I, however, hit a very rough spot, 3 months ago and stopped painting and playing my music. That is ...
UNTIL I heard Leonid & Friend’s opening riffs of Chicago’s “Make Me Smile”. ... which, in a profound way they did!
Thank you so very much to all of you in Leonid & Friends for returning music, joy and hope back into my life!
Listen....I am not a cryer. I'm not.
But the arrangement and execution of this song is simply
Breathtaking.
I didn't think a remake could sound as good or better than the original.
But it does...it's beautiful.
And yes....it made me cry. 😢😢😢
Well done guys.
Peace and love. 🎶🎶🎶
I can't remember who wrote this but it's a finger exercise that I played on my violin for years. Maybe someone will know. Maybe Mozart or Bach? Then to use it in this fantastic song. Long live Chicago and this Russian band that really shouldn't be called a cover band.
James Pankow of Chicago wrote the song. Walter Parazader played the flute solo.@@charlesstockford6003
This arrangement blew me away. Wow. How to improve on something that you never thought could be beat.
I have been a life long fan of Chicago starting with my 1st Album purchase in the summer of 72; but I have to say this is the finest arrangement of this song I have ever heard.. This is beyond words fantastic.
I learned the flute solo while in high school back in 1981 and this completely brought me back to those great memories
I first fell in love with this song because of the flute, the strings take it to another level
Of course, these guys did a good cover
OMG! You almost brought a tear to a 62 year old grouch! I LOVED the added orchestration; fantastic, talented musicians. I hope my praise is meaningful to you.
Wow, Leonid has a very mellow voice; just right for this classic.
The flute solo…so “earthy”, as was the original. You are all so amazing, thank you!
On March 13, 1976, we married. Colour My World was the song we danced to for our first dance as husband & wife. Thank you for performing this so beautifully. It brings back memories of our wedding dance and all these years together. I also have been listening to all your other videos. Buying your CD's and a tee shirt. Love you all!!
I found these guys purely by accident. I was just browsing on Facebook one day and I saw the link for their cover of 25 or 6 to 4. But all I saw was just the guitars and drums in the picture.(at first, I was thinking it was just a couple of guys throwing something together without horns.) Then the horns played and EVERYTHING CHANGED ! They even got that one guy who's got that rough soulful vocal quality of Terry Kath, he doesn't sound EXACTLY like him but he doesn't really need to, the quality of his voice is close enough.
Lol! So did I 👈UA-cam though)😁2 hours ago n I can't stop watching
He does a pretty good Robert Lamm who sings this song the best after Terry.
I saw this live twice, in the 70's before we lost Terry, and just a few years ago with James singing his song he wrote. This arrangement pays homage to the original, while making it better in every way. The horns and strings add so much elegance and depth, I imagine this is how Chicago would do it now if they could. But it goes way beyond that for me. I was involved in live broadcast television production for 17 years on camera, and later as director. It blows me away how good these UA-cam videos are. All the musicians and singers are world class, the editing is superb, and the camera shots are perfect. Well done Leonid and crew. From a lifelong Chicago fan.
As a Long Time Chicago Enthusiast I Can and Must Say that This is the Best Cover I have Ever Heard of Color My World. The Extra Horns and Strings give the song a New Dimension. Excellent Work.
That extra comes from their hearts. Their respect, love, and compassion for this piece, takes it closer to the purest form of art.
My vote is that they sound more like Chicago than Chicago does!
:P
In 1976, my husband & I were married. We had our first dance as a married couple while this song was being performed. It was performed well but your performance outshines theirs. Thank you for this video and all the memories it brings back to us 44 years later. Love you all for this!!
Oops! Forgot I wrote two months ago about our history with the song Color my world.
The backing horn section and string section was really done beautifully.
The first time I ever danced with a girl was to this song. Beautiful, timeless, and so well done by Leonid. Thank you,
All I can say is BEAUTIFUL! ❤️
With picked violins...pure pleasure
BRAVO... EVERY PERSON IN AND OR BEHIND THE MAKING OF THIS VIDEO SHOULD TAKE A BOW!!!
This needs to be at least 30 minutes longer.........this is one of the most beautiful arrangements I've ever heard. The musicality in this is just phenomenal. The Horn section is a nice addition to the beginning, and the rest of the song is just magnificent. Bravo!
BEAUTIFUL, Chicago should be proud!
I love the richness that the horns and strings add.
Let's be honest for a moment - This is better than the original. The horns, the string plucks, the little extra's.... it's just better.
To be fair its a modern recording in a studio.
No no no. Terry Kath cannot be matched on this one.
You are spot on my friend 😃
I'd say what it is, is another great version of the song. The original is the original....a TON of feeling & emotion in the vocals. This version is less "raw," but the strings are flippin' beautiful in this. Love 'em both.
Everything’s but kaths voice
I love the extra horn fills at the beginning. It actually makes the song better if that is possible.
Never thought I would hear Chicago live again. These guys put me in a time warp. I always love the original band but these guys are a close second. Thanks for turning me on to them!
Here because of your recommendation, thank you!!
Me too, these guys are incredibly talented musicians!
World class talent.
It's a good cover. I just really enjoy the simplicity of the original.
Hello Leonid. I'm a mexican Chicago fan. Congratulations, you dared making a new arrangement of this emblematic Chicago song... you took the risk... and you did it in a GREAT way. 👍
Leonid, your addition of horns and strings was just awesome... well done!!!
OMG! How do they find so many talented artists and get them together like this. #SHOCKEDINBUFFALONEWYORK
The incredibly talented Vladimir popov. He rocked the flute
Whoever put these people together deserves a bunch of credit.
Wow !!! To my ears, that is better than the original. Wow!!!!
A preference only…no one is ..shall we say…better than Chicago..…🇨🇦
Yes. Very true
As a Chicagoan and a fan of Chicago, particularly this set of their work, your flawless covers bring back a flood of emotions and memories that words cannot describe. I do hope you come to the States and share with us this wonderful music live. I will travel to see as many of your shows as possible. Thank you from deep inside for bringing this music to life. Facebook is has gone viral with the 25 or 6 to 4 cover - outstanding! You need to release an album of this music so I might own it and play it to death as I immerse myself in the joy it brings and your outstanding talent! Bravo! Well done! I need this in my cloud library! Thank you so very much for touching so many here in the US.
Absolutely awesome rendition of the Chicago music. Outstanding. What a group of talented musicians. Your entire group should be on tour.
D Nelson
Normally I'd say tampering with the original arrangement on this song would be considered a sacrilege but your orchestration is simply perfect! Anticipating you guys playing in Philly. Keep the Chicago covers coming: In the Country, Dialogue, Beginings, Q 67 &68, Feelin' Stronger, I'm a Man, and esp. Searchin' For Answer. Thx.
Here come 2 of your requests: I can add a few more...
Beginnings ua-cam.com/video/7kQ1llzPiB4/v-deo.html
Questions 67 & 68 ua-cam.com/video/NKzOjRKqY0Q/v-deo.html
Their version of 'Old Days' is spot on...even great live!
He does his own spin on the classics. Tweaks them for originality while staying faithful to the songs.
Completely agree - the brass especially adds soooooo much to this arrangement (strings too)
This great song was played at our wedding 7/17/77. We are going to hear Leonid and friends perform their version, which is so much richer, in San Diego to celebrate our 42nd anniversary. In spite of what we hear in the news and on Twitter, the world is a better place Our Russian friends have reached out over the Atlantic to touch hearts and hands. Well done!
Great tribute to one of the greatest of all time Mr Terry Kath.
Just read your comment and it is the end of October 2020. Terry was the soul of Chicago. I had the privilege of growing up in Chicago and attended both elementary and high school with Terry. RIP Terry. Rest In Peace...
@@turkfiles wow that's great I grew up in Chicago never seen them wish I would have,but Kath died when I was just starting to go to concerts
@@jerrywoods4066 thank you for commenting. Terry was one-of a-kind. He was always experimenting with new equipment and sounds. A truly creative player...
@@turkfiles yeah I remember my brother and cousin talking about seeing Styx at high schools I saw them a little later at the amplitheatre
Terry Kath was so awesome - no one can duplicate him but the singers are very good
Can't hear this song without crying. Been listening for nearly 50 yrs and thus could and does apply to more than one lady over those yesrs!.
I really CANNOT BELIEVE THIS....IT'S TOTALLY ON KEY, IN MELODY, AND THE VOCALS & INSTRUMENTATION IS PITCH PERFECT, AND FLAWLESS. BRAVO!
MUSIC, the universal language. LOVE IT
I grew up listening to Chicago in the 70's ... saw them live in '71 ... you guys are GREAT ....
All of these musicians are simply amazing, they take my breath away, they are magical. I also discovered them by accident and oh my are they good. Wow
My boyfriend at 1:56 on the flute. Love all these fine folks. Thank you all.
Thank you it’s beautiful,one class act. That was the song that my wife of almost 50 years in one more year would dance to every time we heard it.Thanks again !❤😊
Leonid and Company: You folks are absolutely incredible in every way. Bravo. I can't stop watching these videos and I hope you come to the US so we can all see you do this LIVE. Just so amazing. Many Thanks!
I have never seen a flute "miked" before but love every note of this song !
Gorgeous version. The string and brass arrangements are just amazing.
More than OUTSTANDING. Chicago could have rendered it like this ... but you DID. You captured the Chicago signature and applied it to this simple song. A Million thumbs up to you. !!
Just when my face hit the ground.
Just when there's no friendly hand to help.
Just when any exit is another mile away.
Just when about to give up.
I go home, place my headphones on, and
listen this song. Then the whole world is
fine with me.
Thanks Leonid and friends for doing justice
To one of the best musical bands of all times.
My parent's wedding song. June 28 1975. This brought tears to my Mother's eyes. Very, very well done.
Such lushness in your arrangement. Beautiful.
Everyone of these covers are truly amazing!
Vlad on the flute kills me. I listen to this everyday.
I love the arrangement with the additional horns and strings! It’s the perfect tribute bringing together all the elements that make Chicago great with added originality on one of Chicago’s best ever songs. With due respect, this arrangement is exactly what was needed to bring the song into the modern age and rounds it out beautifully. The elegant simplicity of the original will always be THE version, but I’m glad this modern arrangement exists alongside it 😊
LOVE the horn flourishes. Absolutely unbelievable.
Какая прекрасная музыкальная аранжировка этой чикагской пьесы.
OMG, You people are FANTASTIC !!! 👏👏
The detail in the musicianship is spectacular here
Leonid, I have been a Chicago fan since 1969 & the Chicago Transit Authority days. Of All the Chicago classics & I love them all.You so honored the immortal Terry Kath with this one & I sincerely hope that Robert, Lee, Jimmy & Walt could hear what you've done with so much authenticity, homage to their 'sound', reverence & love for the music of Chicago.
At last we see Vladimir Osinsky, music patron extraordinaire. Igor broke his rule and he actually smiled too!
I'm just in AWE. What a great talent. I love this band but hadn't heard this guy sing before. He knocked my socks off from the first note with that beautiful voice. Wow. I only recently discovered this band but they just keep impressing me more and more with each new song I hear.
Adore the string section, they are gorgeous.
You all truly breathe new life into some of the best songs ever written....... Just spectacular.........
Love the tasteful and beautiful addition of the brass.
Замечательные, прекрасные музыканты. Спасибо мальчики
OMFG....with the horns and strings.....chills.
I used to sing this song in a cover band, I have done it thousands of time.. you people nailed it.. LOVE you music, I would simply love to sing with you... what a wonder you are !!
This is the first one I've seen where Leonid sings lead! Beautiful!.
You guys are awesome! Thank you for coloring our world!
Amazing cover band!
Wow magnifique with the brass and violin its magic
No words can describe the beauty and arrangement of this classic.
Leonid, I try and watch this daily. It's absolutely the most beautiful version I've ever heard!
Thank you Julia!
Leonid, I second what Julia says here. This is incredible. Your group is amazing. You go beyond simply replicating the music. You take it to whole new level. Absolutely amazing, sir!
après celle de Terry bien sur !
It's an absolute dream
Julie, estoy de acuerdo, es un deleite escuchar este arreglo, son unos maestros estos señores.
OMG! You are all gorgeous. How do you do that!? You sound like the original, and very American. I'm all American, and live in New York with plenty of Russians and when I closed my eyes it was a Chicago album. Bravo to the whole extended lot of you. You are impeccable.
The love and respect for these songs really comes through... fantastic work!
I have never in my life heard a cover band do it so well!!! Bravo!!! Please come and tour America. Tribute bands are very popular here today and you would do well!!!!
Sublime.
I'd love to see you folks in concert in the UK...
Leonid, I'll say it one more time... you're brilliant!!!
It's nice to see Igor smile! The man is a rock of strength.
Man, I LOVED Chicago - especially in the early years. These guys do Chicago, live, better than CHICAGO did, live, and I've seen them in several concerts. WELL DONE, "Leonid & Friends"!!!
I love the addition of the horns & strings. They give another layer of depth. Chicago's brass has a signature sound. You have written a brass arrangement that emulates that sound perfectly. Beautiful!
Pure brilliance. Leonid added the horns the way Jimmy Pankow would have arranged it had they done it that way originally.
Es un espectáculo no solo escucharlos , sino también ver como se sumerjen en sus instrumentos, felicidades!!!!
Please, come to Mexico. I'm sure you will find that we are lots the ones who admire your performance!!!
Since I discovered this band I've been hearing it in the house for a week..... they're incredibly good
The strings and horns enhance the original song. My dad is an original Chicago (CTA) fan from 1969..the year he graduated high school....I played him this and he loved it!
Who are the complete morons that are giving ANY of leonid and friends’ videos thumbs down? To the band: absolutely exceptional. Your attention to detail and obvious passion for Chicago’s music shows in your pristine recreations. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard a better tribute band in my 41 years on this planet. Bravo, sirs.
They are lovers of today's mindless shit.
Hard of hearing maybe ?
Nonesense, all of it. That's what they're about. Causing a reaction to their mischievous behavior.
Unfortunately, people who know nothing about music are allowed to post on these boards like anyone else. But talk about revealing your ignorance!
I think Kevin Ronske is talking about the "morons" who are giving Leonid and Friends thumbs down as being lovers of today's mindless shit.
come on you guys great horn section and arrangement, great string arrangement and Terry kath live's on in you my friend A Chicago/Cta life fan from chicago,usa
I now love Russia
Я плачу, когда слышу эту песню... Спасибо! Инструментов добавили в тему!
Я тоже
Absolute excellence
These musician can hold there own with the best. Beautiful job
Amazing, amazing, amazing!
You sneaky devils !!!
Adding horn and string figures behind the vocal. Brilliant !!!
But I miss the smiley bass guy from Make Me Smile.
Me too :) He left us for the one-year-round-the-world travel
Must be nice.
Keep up the excellent work, Leonid.
Your Make Me Smile recording is the finest recording of that song anywhere.
-Jay
Jay thats Leonid the Leader of this band
Thanks but that was kinda obvious LOL
Makes me cry… brings back memories ..soo beautiful!!!
Gracias Maestro Voroyev por esta " pinta mi mundo" excelente toda
Oh yeah!!! My favorite Chicago song!!!! Thank you so much.
Вам любовь !!!за бережное отношение к оригиналу! Но это нисколько не умаляет восхищение вашей работой! Никак не могу остыть .Вы великолепны !