I was at the concert tonight. It was a shock when they introduced Richard Carpenter in the audience. Seconds before they did that he was just the guy sitting right behind me
I know! I’m in the 55th Anniversary photo, RC is a few feet in front of me and to my right with Mary at his side. Shivers. I didn’t have the nerve to shake his hand. My old experience with celebrities was to give them their space. Sigh, it didn’t leave me. But I was close and in the photo. ❤ Joe
Such a full circle moment to have Richard come to see Ksenia... you guys are living the dream! The genius of Leonid and his incredible arrangements brings our the soundtrack of our lives back to life - Love Leonid & Friends!!!
ROMAN❤...how special was that⁉️ Thanks so much for sharing these exciting L & F moments with us! What a whirlwind of joy it all is! Thank you, Roman❣Have a rockin' show tonight🎸🎷🙏🏼♥️
Now THIS is absolutely special. This is what dreams are made of. I cannot imagine a room with more talent packed into one space than this one right here.
Wow what a special night! I met Richard at the 55th Anniversary last April. Goosebumps. I’ve sponsored reactions with Jeff, haven’t met him yet, goosebumps in the future 😊 Joe
What a treat for you to have Richard Carpenter in the audience. I can't wait to see your band at the Saban Theatre. You guys are a stellar band with such phenomenal singers. I'm beyond excited to see you. Until tonight. I'm a new fan and can't believe me and my friend are going to the majestic Saban Theatre in all its glory. This concert will be a night i will never forget. Until then....🎶🎹🎸💝
Hi Jeff!! You are SO LUCKY!! Tell Vasili to sing Vehicle!! I'm crying about Richard Carpenter being there😢. I celebrate Karen's birthday every March 2.
Thanks Roman, Stratele Studios is great to follow....Richard Carpenter with you too. Wow....Seen you guys last September in Saint Charles Illinois.....You guys are the best. God Bless
Damn Jeff, I can't begin to imagine what was running through your head as that all happened. I am so happy for you. That was incredible. What a humble group of people in that room.
Hey jeff, Thank you for taking a picture with my wife and I, it was great. It's because of you that we first heard Leonid and Friends on your Channel. They were great.
That is an awesome that you got to meet Mr. Carpenter. We will see you in Las Vegas. I’m a Hollywood Stuntman actor for over 30 years and I would love to meet the band.
wow...biggest fan of leonid and friends...making his dream come true..Thanks guys...all of you are incredible.....And Ksenia,must be the reincarnation of Miss Carpenter...thank you guys...for all
Magic happens when you do things for the love of it, not for money and/or fame. Nine years ago, Leonid gave himself a present of recording and documenting the recording of a Chicago song with his musician friends when he retired from the recording studio where he worked as an engineer for 25 years. The video went viral, so he made more videos, just for the love of it. Chris, in the United States (you can see him at the merch table at their shows) brought Leonid & Friends to the US for their first tour and has been with them ever since. Everyone loves what they're doing. I've experienced L&F 3 times in the last year. Though their tour schedule is insane, this band is having fun and bringing much-needed joy to the people in every city they play. I haven't seen a band play with this much heart since, perhaps, seeing Chicago at the Hollywood Bowl in September, 1970. Leonid and Roman (Leonid's son and band emcee) visited my recording studio last night (Theta Sound Studio in Burbank, California). It was great to hang with them, trade stories, and hear each other's music (you have GOT to hear/see L&F's original co-written masterpiece, "Speck of Dust"!). I also let Leonid check out my 1964 Fender Jazz Bass. Leonid and I are both musicians, engineers, arrangers and producers, so we have a lot in common as far as our roots and skillset. And Roman is the coolest son who also happens to manage the band. L&F are true rock stars who are also amazing role models for anyone looking to know what it takes to be the best...
I guarantee you, you’ve heard Richard Carpenters songwriting if you’ve watched any of the major one hour TV series in the 80s and 90s. He composed the theme music to many TV shows.
Have watched LEONID & FRIENDS for years now ..... Stratele Studios with Jeff about a year or so ..... Both are great ... also great is The Gal in this video ... not just her incredible voice - she is is stunning to view as well ! God bless, you all, jj
How fun was that!?!! :) Thanks for sharing your backstage moments with us. So fun to see your appreciation for my favorite UA-cam-reactor/analyst Jeff Castanon, as well as the funny interaction between Mark and Danil :) Good times!
What an absolute treat! I just found out that The State Theatre is Kalamazoo, Michigan is closing soon. 😢 I hope there is another venue in midwestern Michigan you can find for next fall. I am committed to coming to see you all everytime you're close enough to me. I'm STILL buzzing off the September 20th concert I treated myself to for my 60th birthday! You all are just that good!
Karen Carpenter , Burt Bacharach, she can sing them just like the originals 😊 please come to West Palm Beach Florida. Seuth Florida fairgrounds amphitheater!
I was at the concert tonight. It was a shock when they introduced Richard Carpenter in the audience. Seconds before they did that he was just the guy sitting right behind me
I know! I’m in the 55th Anniversary photo, RC is a few feet in front of me and to my right with Mary at his side. Shivers. I didn’t have the nerve to shake his hand. My old experience with celebrities was to give them their space. Sigh, it didn’t leave me. But I was close and in the photo. ❤
Joe
@@jbs256You're a class act. 👍👏
Such a full circle moment to have Richard come to see Ksenia... you guys are living the dream! The genius of Leonid and his incredible arrangements brings our the soundtrack of our lives back to life - Love Leonid & Friends!!!
Wow that’s awesome ❤❤
I am so pleased and would like to thank Leonid and Friends for keeping this music alive. Every single one of them are incredibly talented artists.
ROMAN❤...how special was that⁉️ Thanks so much for sharing these exciting L & F moments with us! What a whirlwind of joy it all is! Thank you, Roman❣Have a rockin' show tonight🎸🎷🙏🏼♥️
Now THIS is absolutely special. This is what dreams are made of. I cannot imagine a room with more talent packed into one space than this one right here.
Wow what a special night! I met Richard at the 55th Anniversary last April. Goosebumps. I’ve sponsored reactions with Jeff, haven’t met him yet, goosebumps in the future 😊
Joe
I would love to see Richard Carpenters reaction when Leonid & Friends does one of his and Karen's songs.
This is amazing! Legends meeting legends. Priceless.
Thank you Roman! Big Carpenter fan here…and big Leonid and Friends fan!
Jeff has _THE_ best reaction channel on UA-cam!… period!
100%
No doubt!
Wow! Jeff! Is that you!? 😂
This is so awesome!
Thanks for the video!
How great was that! Richard Carpenter & Jeff Castanon.... outstanding!
See you at the Saban Theater! ❤️
What a treat for you to have Richard Carpenter in the audience. I can't wait to see your band at the Saban Theatre. You guys are a stellar band with such phenomenal singers. I'm beyond excited to see you. Until tonight. I'm a new fan and can't believe me and my friend are going to the majestic Saban Theatre in all its glory. This concert will be a night i will never forget. Until then....🎶🎹🎸💝
Hi Jeff!! You are SO LUCKY!! Tell Vasili to sing Vehicle!! I'm crying about Richard Carpenter being there😢. I celebrate Karen's birthday every March 2.
I read the title and was like, who is Richard Carpenter. Then when he walked into the room, my jaw hit the floor. Wow!!!
I did something similar. Richard Carpenter... I know that name ... It'll come to me ... Doh! So complimentary of Ksenia. It warmed my heart.
Thanks Roman, Stratele Studios is great to follow....Richard Carpenter with you too. Wow....Seen you guys last September in Saint Charles Illinois.....You guys are the best. God Bless
Great moments with all the team, and Richard Carpenter was a treat. Thanks.
I felt i was there and felt real excited being with great musicians, bur better persons.
God bless you all
🙏❤
Damn Jeff, I can't begin to imagine what was running through your head as that all happened. I am so happy for you. That was incredible. What a humble group of people in that room.
Awe, Jeff made it!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This gathering is so phenomenal and so special not many will realise what just happened .
Hey jeff, Thank you for taking a picture with my wife and I, it was great. It's because of you that we first heard Leonid and Friends on your Channel. They were great.
Knew that he was going to love you all! He’s been so blown away by your videos and we pushed him to come see you.
🙏💥
There music brings so much joy it brings tears. It’s so good!
What a treat for all of us --thank you for sharing !!
Great to see Richard Carpenter. Brother Richard is musical royalty, as is sister Karen.
That is an awesome that you got to meet Mr. Carpenter. We will see you in Las Vegas. I’m a Hollywood Stuntman actor for over 30 years and I would love to meet the band.
wow...biggest fan of leonid and friends...making his dream come true..Thanks guys...all of you are incredible.....And Ksenia,must be the reincarnation of Miss Carpenter...thank you guys...for all
I love this. I, like Jeff love listening to Leonid and friends.
Thanks for sharing this Roman. I was wondering if we were going to see your meeting with Jeff. Mr Carpenter is an added surprise
Very good surprise. I follow many Jeff' s reviews about L&F. Always enthousiathic. Thank you the video
Brilliant meet up!!🎉
Magic happens when you do things for the love of it, not for money and/or fame. Nine years ago, Leonid gave himself a present of recording and documenting the recording of a Chicago song with his musician friends when he retired from the recording studio where he worked as an engineer for 25 years. The video went viral, so he made more videos, just for the love of it. Chris, in the United States (you can see him at the merch table at their shows) brought Leonid & Friends to the US for their first tour and has been with them ever since. Everyone loves what they're doing. I've experienced L&F 3 times in the last year. Though their tour schedule is insane, this band is having fun and bringing much-needed joy to the people in every city they play. I haven't seen a band play with this much heart since, perhaps, seeing Chicago at the Hollywood Bowl in September, 1970. Leonid and Roman (Leonid's son and band emcee) visited my recording studio last night (Theta Sound Studio in Burbank, California). It was great to hang with them, trade stories, and hear each other's music (you have GOT to hear/see L&F's original co-written masterpiece, "Speck of Dust"!). I also let Leonid check out my 1964 Fender Jazz Bass. Leonid and I are both musicians, engineers, arrangers and producers, so we have a lot in common as far as our roots and skillset. And Roman is the coolest son who also happens to manage the band. L&F are true rock stars who are also amazing role models for anyone looking to know what it takes to be the best...
My favorite band!
So glad he’s able to be there!!
You are all simply best. Thank you Roman!
I guarantee you, you’ve heard Richard Carpenters songwriting if you’ve watched any of the major one hour TV series in the 80s and 90s. He composed the theme music to many TV shows.
How incredibly wonderful for everyone! Love you guys!
I must pull out my Carpenters Greatest Hits album. So beautiful to see himpop by!!
What a great evening with wonderful celebrity guests! What a night.❤
Wow!! How special was that!
What an incredible amount of talent in that room. Thanks for making these songs amazing again !❤❤❤
Come to Arkansas!… I’ve been following you for years now! I missed you in Nashville but we were able to see you at the Pageant in St Louis!
Wanted to go but couldn't 😢sick glad you had a great show ❤🎉
Wow, good to see Richard as one of your guests. I know he was pleased with the performance. 😊
Oh wow! How cool! I love Jeff's Channel (Stratele Studios) I was one of the first guys to turn him on to L&F. Awesome that you guys got to meet them!
I so agree with his assessments!! your renditions of every song are just amazing
😎 Jeff is a really cool guy..And he gives good and honest reviews
Yes Jeff brilliant reaction videos
Have watched LEONID & FRIENDS for years now ..... Stratele Studios with Jeff about a year or so ..... Both are great ... also great is The Gal in this video ... not just her incredible voice - she is is stunning to view as well ! God bless, you all, jj
Fantastic group. I’m blown by the music of Leonid and friends
I'm from Brazil, I love you! ❤❤
Abrigado! ❤
Please come to the midwest, I want to see your amazing band! I saw Chicago yrs ago, with my friends, it was a highlight of our lives!
Great job Jeff
What a treat for all of you, I loved the Carpenters and have records and CDs
Cant wait to see you all Tuesday in Solana Beach at the Belly up! 🥳🎉❤️
Saw them last night at the Coach House, San Juan Capistrano in a packed house. Great show, Leonid & Friends! The 8 of us all had an amazing time.
How fun was that!?!! :) Thanks for sharing your backstage moments with us. So fun to see your appreciation for my favorite UA-cam-reactor/analyst Jeff Castanon, as well as the funny interaction between Mark and Danil :) Good times!
So cool, Richard Carpenter. We saw you guys in Salem a few weeks ago, magical evening. Thank you.
Way cool!!! I'll be seeing you tomorrow at the Saban Theater!! 👍
It really is impossible to say which is my favorite… i love the Chicago songs👏🏻🎊
Oh this is AMAZING! ❤❤❤❤❤
公開して下さった写真にリチャード・カーペンターが！！レオニード&フレンズとその全てが、アメージング！！！ありがとうございます。
Great BTS video here
What an absolute treat!
I just found out that The State Theatre is Kalamazoo, Michigan is closing soon. 😢 I hope there is another venue in midwestern Michigan you can find for next fall. I am committed to coming to see you all everytime you're close enough to me.
I'm STILL buzzing off the September 20th concert I treated myself to for my 60th birthday! You all are just that good!
❤🤝✌
Mannn!!! That is some cool stuff❤
YOUR BETTER THAN THE ORIGINAL BAND, TIGHT & CRISP, THANK YOU FOR KEEPING MY FAVORITE MUSIC ALIVE.
Great video/post, incredible seeing Richard Carpenter in it. Legendary!
Wonderful to see you together!
Amazing! I miss Karen! ❤ I still listen to the Carpenters almost every day. ❤❤❤ Nice to see you Richard.
brilliant
You guys are incredible!! 😊
Such cool stuff!!!
I watch your videos and I am amazed.👍
Wow!!!
Legend in the House!!!❤
I am so happy for Leonid and Friends. They are an absolutely incredible band and bring so much happiness to this troubled world.
Thanks God he is alive.
It was great to meet with you in Oxnard. Hope to see you at future concerts! Keep up the great work!!
Love you guys and Ksenia! ❤❤
Richard loved her rendition of Superstar so much that he had to come see them!
Soooooo cool!
This bought tears to my eyes and im a grown man.
The level of English that these Russians have is up their with the level of their music. Pretty incredible.
Such an honor.
Very cool experience for you guys! Congratulations!
Great! I saw y'all in Dayton, Ohio a couple months ago, loved it! Would you consider singing Foreigner's "Waiting for a Girl Like You"?
日本に是非是非是非‼️来て下さい💕💝❗
what a trip this pops up...i was just listening to some Karen Carpenter and thought of Leonid & Friends. "It's gonna take some time"
I LOVE Leonid and Friends. You're the BEST. You Lives in my heart. Your music are that i like forever. Thenks!!!!
Ksenia looks so overwhelmed , bless her.
Her version of Superstar is amazing.
So Cool! ♥
Richard!! ❤❤
I fully expect to see more Carpenters covers. Let's go. :)
Poor Richard, I had no idea he was in such bad shape. Thank you Richard & Karen for some of the best music ever.
Please come to the UK 🇬🇧, Would be a dream come true !
Love you guyz....Come to Hawaii Please!!!!!!!
Karen Carpenter , Burt Bacharach, she can sing them just like the originals 😊 please come to West Palm Beach Florida. Seuth Florida fairgrounds amphitheater!
❤️😎 (heart smile)
Que honra.
Parabéns!
💕
I like Vasili's vehicle!!