Vehicle - Leonid & Friends (The Ides of March cover)

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    “Автомобиль” - Леонид и Друзья (кавер-версия группы “Мартовские иды”)
    Leonid Vorobyev - transcript of the musical source, bass, producing, mixing, mastering, video-montage
    Vasily Akimov - lead vocal, tambourine
    Igor Dzhavad-Zade - drums
    Sergey Kashirin - guitar, backing vocal
    Vlad Senchillo - Hammond organ
    Serge Tiagnyriadno (Kyiv, Ukraine) - backing vocal, guitar
    Andrey Zyl - trumpet
    Maxim Likhachev - trombone
    Oleg Kudryavtcev - tenor sax
    Ksenia Buzina - backing vocal, shaker
    Andrey Deineko & Kir Popov - video shooting
    Special thanks to
    Gigant Record studio
    and
    CineLab SoundMix Studio
    Леонид Воробьев - расшифровка музыкального материала, бас-гитара, продюсирование, микс, мастеринг, видео-монтаж
    Василий Акимов - вокал, тамбурин
    Игорь Джавад-заде - ударные
    Сергей Каширин - гитара, бэк-вокал
    Влад Сенчилло - Хаммонд орган
    Сергей Тягнирядно (Киев, Украина) - бэк-вокал, гитара
    Андрей Зыль - труба
    Максим Лихачев - тромбон
    Олег Кудрявцев - тенор саксофон
    Ксения Бузина - бэк-вокал, шейкер
    Андрей Дейнеко и Кирилл Попов - видеосъемка
    Особая благодарность
    студии “Гигант Рекорд”
    и
    студии “СинеЛаб СаундМикс”

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  • @LeonidVorobyevandfriends
    @LeonidVorobyevandfriends  4 роки тому +261

    Hello friends!
    If you would like to help support the band during these uneasy times, please click on the link below.
    We appreciate all of your help and support!
    www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=BMMNYRNWRRJL4&source=url

    • @Dan_Morrison
      @Dan_Morrison 4 роки тому +3

      Hi Leonid, Love, Love, Love your music! Here is a song that I would like to see covered by your band! Chase - Get It on (1971) ua-cam.com/video/ERZZr5ckOeg/v-deo.html (Bill Chase is deceased)

    • @emmaz.luedemann213
      @emmaz.luedemann213 4 роки тому +4

      Done!! ❤️🇩🇪

    • @larrypelotte6311
      @larrypelotte6311 3 роки тому +4

      Leonid,
      When you guys start another USA tour contact someone at the Sturgis, South Dakota motorcycle rally in August.
      They would love you guys and you guys would have a ball!

    • @terri8988
      @terri8988 2 роки тому +2

      Hi Leonid &Friends I would love to see y’all in Bakersfield,California I know life is a bit crazy we are all praying for you I hope you all are safe.

    • @artistaloca4
      @artistaloca4 2 роки тому

      @@larrypelotte6311 Hi Larry! I realize it's been a year but I still wanted to reply...
      I think they'd like to see SD!! Planning, however, entails you researching the info to present to Gil Jacobs, the man managing their American tours.
      Gather info re: venue you're thinking about-- OR-- the outdoor event center, etc. Then present Gil with data such as seating capacity; house security available; food and drink licenses; volume regs; venue negotiations, etc.
      They play the music; we do all of the rest of the work. Do you understand? I sometimes fall short of stating my point thoroughly.
      Anyway, I'll bet they'd enjoy the absolute beauty of South Dakota.
      Thanks Brother 💖

  • @davidmitchell1239
    @davidmitchell1239 2 роки тому +428

    Remember, these vocalists aren’t just great, they are phenomenal….they are singing in their second languages.

    • @williambergman3840
      @williambergman3840 2 роки тому +20

      They’re beyond fantastic ❤

    • @raulaguirre71
      @raulaguirre71 Рік тому +10

      That's right, they're russian.

    • @amcam124
      @amcam124 Рік тому +6

      Amazing

    • @hairbands4ever
      @hairbands4ever Рік тому +8

      Saw them live this past May (2023), they were AMAZING!!!

    • @mickzed6746
      @mickzed6746 Рік тому +1

      ​@anjun2415most British singers lose the accent when singing.

  • @TheIdesOfMarchOfficial
    @TheIdesOfMarchOfficial 4 роки тому +2245

    I just heard what is probably the best cover of our chestnut "Vehicle" that I've ever heard in my life! In fact, when I first heard this, I thought it was us! And then I looked at it and saw it was all these other people...
    It's a real homage to the Ides of March and the sound we created with "Vehicle." We couldn't be prouder that you chose this song. I have to tell you, the guitar solo (Sergey? Serge?) -- he's the only guitar player that's ever copped my lead note-for-note-perfect. The horn section is tight, Vasily is great (strange to hear a little of that accent, but that's just fine!)
    Anyway, congratulations, Leonid and Friends and Great God in Heaven, we love you!
    Jim Peterik and The Ides of March

    • @barryanderson3910
      @barryanderson3910 4 роки тому +137

      It's great to see a comment from the original group! Always loved this song waaayyy back in college, but it doesn't seem that long ago. I was loving all the groups with horn ensembles and this song was/is one of my favorites. By the way, great, rousing performance of the song on your website from 2015!

    • @AllisonRedd
      @AllisonRedd 4 роки тому +212

      Dear Ides of March,
      What a beautiful and GRACIOUS reply.
      I too thank our Great God in heaven for them.....and YOU :)

    • @Far2hip
      @Far2hip 4 роки тому +152

      Great to see you happened onto the new video. You are going to love this, lol. I know these folks pretty well and when I was at their show here in Connecticut I pestered them a “little” that this song would be absolutely right in Vasily’s wheelhouse vocally. The guy has terrific power and vocal presence and sounds a HELL of a lot like you. I took my case to the horns and my sax buddy Oleg and we crowded around my phone and listened. They had never heard it over there and fell in love right away. So I shared the link with them all and sent a very supportive message to Vasily which he thanked me graciously and said he would give it a listen. Here’s the good part, I told Sergey that if they do a remake on this song, the folks from Ides will absolutely LOVE it the same way Chicago loved the tributes to them. Well look, lol...here you are!! Along with being fantastic musicians, these are without question some of the most wonderful people you will meet. I am ecstatic that you have given such high praise. Absolutely love it. And selfishly while I am here, Vehicle is one of my favorite tunes of all time and I thank you for all the pure listening pleasure every single time I hear it. I am proud to call them friends and even more proud to see your stamp of approval for them. Great stuff!! 👍🏻😎👍🏻

    • @AllisonRedd
      @AllisonRedd 4 роки тому +18

      I would like to see THIS singer do Leonid's version 'Colour My World' instead of the other guy, and see how that sounds!

    • @timringgenberg2844
      @timringgenberg2844 4 роки тому +46

      Jim, I remember you guys doing this song live when we were all young. I couldn't agree more with your comment. This is a fitting tribute to the Ides of March and one of the all time classic "horn band" songs.

  • @davidcertain2492
    @davidcertain2492 Рік тому +19

    This Yankee loves your higher quality than the originals.

  • @bubbapeppers4354
    @bubbapeppers4354 Рік тому +16

    Serge can cover anything!!!

  • @roxannefebuary6823
    @roxannefebuary6823 Рік тому +25

    This sounds exactly like the original . Wow.

    • @stuttgart9000
      @stuttgart9000 Місяць тому +3

      Perhaps a bit better :)

    • @davidmurphy8190
      @davidmurphy8190 7 днів тому +1

      Almost sounds like David Clayton Thomas of BS&T.

  • @thewey
    @thewey 2 роки тому +248

    Vasily Akimov simply has an AMAZING gravely Rock-Star voice that is perfect for "Vehicle". He is also the modern day reincarnation of David Clayton Thomas of Blood Sweat and Tears. Thank you Vasily for sharing your incredible talent with us.

    • @stoyanfurdzhev
      @stoyanfurdzhev 2 роки тому +5

      I'm listening music from UA-cam every single day, all day long, but I didn't aspect to stumble on a performance like this.

    • @AngelaMay66
      @AngelaMay66 2 роки тому +5

      I'm here everyday listening to these amazing musicians too!

    • @furyfantoo
      @furyfantoo Рік тому +5

      @thewey That is a good comparison, between Vasily and DCT of BS&T.

    • @dennisingalls7776
      @dennisingalls7776 Рік тому +2

      Love this man’s performance. But, WOW he looks like what I imagined a Russian mafia hit man would. 😂😂 No offense just a comical observation

    • @patriotmom1553
      @patriotmom1553 Рік тому +1

      Yep....he's got the Gravely voice thing down!!! Was surprised to see he's lip syncing here....anyone know why?

  • @rocketman63
    @rocketman63 2 роки тому +201

    The lead vocalist's voice literally gives me chills. What a fantastic rendering of this towering song!!

    • @stoyanfurdzhev
      @stoyanfurdzhev 2 роки тому +5

      I never experienced so much envy towards another man

    • @jackieguccione94
      @jackieguccione94 2 роки тому +5

      He is REALLY fantastic and surely makes alot of lady friends

    • @Cec9e13
      @Cec9e13 Рік тому +1

      Lead singer of Мономах, awesome Russian Orthodox Christian rock band circa 1990.

    • @VictoriaSerrano-ok6yk
      @VictoriaSerrano-ok6yk 10 місяців тому +1

      I love to hear him sing this song!!!!!!❤

    • @deltaqueen5704
      @deltaqueen5704 9 місяців тому

      The lead singer 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @6StringPassion.
    @6StringPassion. 3 роки тому +171

    This isn't a just cover. This is taking the song to the next level.

    • @rickingamells1078
      @rickingamells1078 2 роки тому +1

      Have you seen The Ides later versions ? Pretty damn good also

    • @6StringPassion.
      @6StringPassion. 2 роки тому +2

      @@rickingamells1078 Oh yeah. Questions 67 & 68 also. But honestly, they had me at Ksenia.

    • @tombauld7130
      @tombauld7130 2 роки тому +1

      I fully agree with you, I wish I had said that myself

    • @stoyanfurdzhev
      @stoyanfurdzhev 2 роки тому

      @@6StringPassion. poor man... after that performance.

    • @benwagner8602
      @benwagner8602 2 роки тому +1

      It's like saying a full orchestra is "covering" Mozart :)

  • @deangood6682
    @deangood6682 2 роки тому +15

    Sergey kashrin is a beast and kesina is the Beauty ❤🤗

  • @eddietheTruth11
    @eddietheTruth11 2 роки тому +163

    Vehicle, originally done by the Ides of March, is a significant song that has been never been covered by anyone with this accuracy and attention to detail, UNTIL NOW! All I can say is Leonid and Friends absolutely NAILED IT! Oh my gosh, What a great cover! A fantastic combination of high energy vocals and instrumental perfect performance! A great selection of a song. This song was used in American Idol a few years ago and regained the consciousness of the American people! Leonid Vorobyev has done it again! Okay, I am convinced….Leonid, you are a fantastic GENIUS!

  • @garyhubbard3074
    @garyhubbard3074 Рік тому +61

    I had the opportunity to see Leonid and Friends in Shippsawana Indiana a couple of days ago. The concert was absolutely fantastic. Also got to meet the band afterword. Vasily is the nicest most humble person I have ever meet. ALL the band members where so kind. One of the best concerts I have been to in my 60 years on the earth. If you have a chance to see them, you wouldn't be disappointed.

  • @rchw8052
    @rchw8052 4 роки тому +277

    These Russian musicians and vocalists match anyone in the world.

    • @beatlessteve1010
      @beatlessteve1010 4 роки тому +7

      Absolutely

    • @ddargel
      @ddargel 4 роки тому +13

      Serge is from Ukraine. :-)

    • @chrisb6003
      @chrisb6003 4 роки тому +9

      Match any in the world? I'd say they beat any in the world!

    • @kingbeat101
      @kingbeat101 4 роки тому +6

      Yes, they are some of the best..Of the best!!..:)...I am continually amazed at the quality of their music..Not sure how anyone could thumbs down any of their work..

    • @jamesbond7425
      @jamesbond7425 4 роки тому +5

      Absolutely brilliant

  • @davedodson8704
    @davedodson8704 5 років тому +153

    Vasily has the perfect voice for this song.
    That was kick ass!

    • @marchunam
      @marchunam 4 роки тому +4

      Dave Dodson voice and personality... I cannot stop watching him🥰

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 4 роки тому +3

      Darn right it was perfection 😅💕👈

  • @smittymcjob2582
    @smittymcjob2582 Рік тому +14

    Every time I move to give this performance a thumbs up I'm disappointed to realize I've already done so in a previous viewing!

  • @dis.3272
    @dis.3272 Рік тому +32

    Can't stop listening to all their work.

  • @EclecticHillbilly
    @EclecticHillbilly 5 років тому +178

    I didn't realize how much I missed the horn bands until I started listening to Leonid and Friends.

    • @perryparsons9960
      @perryparsons9960 4 роки тому +8

      We've never gone away, just been waiting for the rest of y'all to catch up.

    • @garykostendt8270
      @garykostendt8270 4 роки тому +6

      Horn fan, check out some early CHICAGO.. on u tube and elsewhere, Terry Kath rips some great guitar as well

    • @spikespa5208
      @spikespa5208 4 роки тому +5

      Love those horns, be it Ides, CTA, or BST.

    • @craigspaid3777
      @craigspaid3777 4 роки тому +5

      Horn bands are coming back... check out the newest from Tower of Power ua-cam.com/video/YAfe2RGWmtc/v-deo.html

    • @Finetales
      @Finetales 4 роки тому +5

      @@craigspaid3777 Tower of Power never left!

  • @68sportsatelliteragt
    @68sportsatelliteragt 5 років тому +266

    And that friends is how to start off a March! Excellent, as always.....

    • @jimjax413
      @jimjax413 5 років тому +10

      This music is definitely a vehicle to world peace. Saw them in Ohio and they are the real deal

    • @melroze
      @melroze 5 років тому

      I see what you did there.

    • @BobGreenwadeForReal
      @BobGreenwadeForReal 5 років тому +4

      Excellent, yes; but I think the upload could've waited another two weeks, if you catch my meaning.

    • @jaimeogas
      @jaimeogas 5 років тому +3

      Coming in like a lion!

    • @mlhdlh
      @mlhdlh 5 років тому +2

      YES SIR!!!!

  • @davidcurry5948
    @davidcurry5948 2 роки тому +58

    What makes this great is the people behind the scenes. Nowhere on the internet is there a better balance of recording, mixing and mastering. Just perfect

  • @tonyworrall7379
    @tonyworrall7379 Рік тому +6

    Absolutely fantastic.

  • @ramishrambarran3998
    @ramishrambarran3998 Рік тому +47

    This is THE BEST performance out there after The Ides of March !
    I am 67, and I've heard lots. This one takes the cake !
    Trinidad & Tobago.
    West Indies.

  • @scottharcourt6846
    @scottharcourt6846 5 років тому +89

    Featuring The Russian Bad-Ass himself, Vasily Akimov! Love it!

    • @awhite2600
      @awhite2600 5 років тому +12

      Vasily might seem like a bad-ass when he sings, but he is extremely friendly and down to earth. When I met the band last summer, Vasily spent more time chatting with me than any of the other band members. He graciously accepted the Canadian flag pin that I gave him and immediately put it on his t-shirt.

    • @davedodson8704
      @davedodson8704 4 роки тому +3

      He was the perfect choice to sing this song.

  • @michaelsandrock172
    @michaelsandrock172 5 років тому +430

    OMG!! I messaged this request at least 2 years ago and Leonid’s reply was “ PERHAPS” Never thought this would happen!!!! AWESOME perfection!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    • @lorenzo2011ist
      @lorenzo2011ist 5 років тому +11

      Michael Sandrock I remember your actual request for this!

    • @jonzie1228
      @jonzie1228 5 років тому +4

      I also made a comment on another video requesting this. Excellent....glad they did it.

    • @cmaz6638
      @cmaz6638 5 років тому +4

      As did I, bout the same time. Cool.

    • @podcastbunker
      @podcastbunker 5 років тому

      Not perfection, but not bad. Tempo is too fast compared to original.

    • @littlechicago7482
      @littlechicago7482 5 років тому +23

      @@podcastbunker Say what? I just loaded this and the original into Protools and they're both 108 bpm! Perfect job.

  • @jaylink5496
    @jaylink5496 5 років тому +95

    If, while completely sober, a band sends shivers down your spine, gives you goosebumps, and makes your eyes tear up, you know it’s a good band. Leonid & Friends is one of those bands.

    • @mistycrick5877
      @mistycrick5877 4 роки тому

      Just discovered them yesterday and you said it perfectly... the frisson (chills) is frequent and orgasmic to the ears with every song! They are my new favorite band!

  • @Kevin-kr5ok
    @Kevin-kr5ok Рік тому +3

    That’s how you cover a great song right there my son !

  • @thefabulousstevieg
    @thefabulousstevieg Рік тому +17

    How I have come upon Leonid and Friends I have no idea, but when I listened to their amazing Chicago covers 25 or 6 to 4 and I'm a Man, I thought "these guys would do a great version of 'Vehicle". Turns out that they have done - this is absolutely brilliant!!!

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 Рік тому +2

      I’m hoping they will do you’ve made me do very happy by Blood sweat n tears🥰they would nail it😂

    • @klyvemurray
      @klyvemurray 11 місяців тому

      @@lindabergman3127 Now that would be awesome (and indeed, nailed!!)
      Their E,W&F covers make me cry at their audacity 😳

  • @billlowe6883
    @billlowe6883 5 років тому +154

    Mr. Leonid, you've assembled a first-class act. Horn section is excellent.

    • @itzaevasconcelos8453
      @itzaevasconcelos8453 4 роки тому +4

      Really uniform the tree horns.
      Very few can get same or close what Peterik perform. But the singer being working many hours for this vehicle.
      Congratulations .!!!

  • @Jonah100
    @Jonah100 5 років тому +70

    Another phenomenal cover by my favorite Russian band. These folks have done more for Russian and USA pubIic relations than anything in my lifetime.

    • @bonespiel
      @bonespiel 5 років тому +7

      I agree. I love these guys!

    • @djm4457
      @djm4457 4 роки тому +3

      I couldn't agree with you more!!

    • @eagleman3624
      @eagleman3624 4 роки тому +4

      Ya know iBritter I do believe you are right....!!!

  • @onlyrick
    @onlyrick 5 років тому +148

    I remember when this song came out we thought it was Blood, Sweat and Tears. How can this sound exactly like the original but somehow better? Great God in Heaven!

    • @mstewart109
      @mstewart109 5 років тому +4

      Vasilys voice sounds like the lead singer of Blood Sweat and Tears. Amazing!! Gosh ibam old! 11 yrs old then.. Lol

    • @chipgaasche4933
      @chipgaasche4933 5 років тому +1

      Far from "somehow better".

    • @agm6095
      @agm6095 5 років тому +3

      @@mstewart109 The voice of Blood, Sweat and Tears is David Clayton Thomas.

    • @robertvanruyssevelt7159
      @robertvanruyssevelt7159 5 років тому +4

      @@mstewart109 Yes I would;d love to hear him do BS&T's version of God Bless the Child.

    • @LarsVision
      @LarsVision 4 роки тому +1

      me too.

  • @westwasbest
    @westwasbest Рік тому +2

    It looks like Vlad on the keyboard is having a rough day because he's not using his left arm, and the lead singer reminds me of a young Willie Nelson, all in all a fantastic group and a great song!

  • @johnmccormack8718
    @johnmccormack8718 Рік тому +14

    As a sax player, I've covered Vehicle many, many times. This cover is perfection. Saw them live in NYC and the horn section is absolutely spot on the whole energy of Leonid and Friends is a must see live!

  • @jasoncthomas
    @jasoncthomas 4 роки тому +148

    Leonid and his Friends have saved me! I was watching way too much news and feeling very down. This music gave me a much needed attitude adjustment and a respite from the news of the day. That is the true power of music. Thanks to all of you.

    • @sanferrer2830
      @sanferrer2830 4 роки тому +4

      Yes. They save me too. And i was listen this great band every day over and over again. ....

    • @charliesatx
      @charliesatx 4 роки тому +2

      Ditto here too......awesome band....blast from the past!

    • @photonotavailable7936
      @photonotavailable7936 4 роки тому +3

      Jason Thomas “Too much news.” Exactly.

    • @twosencefromcleveland6084
      @twosencefromcleveland6084 4 роки тому +2

      Precisely what I was thinking! Fabulous!

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 4 роки тому

      Agreed 💯!! I quit watching MSM news 4 years ago n been binging on music

  • @lyncboy
    @lyncboy 5 років тому +142

    GREAT AS ALWAYS !!!!
    Ksenia: one of the most beautiful woman on this planet !!!

    • @HeadHunterSix
      @HeadHunterSix 5 років тому +28

      You can remove the words "one of" and the sentence is still true.

    • @billrhea
      @billrhea 5 років тому +18

      @@HeadHunterSix Yeah she is the most beautiful EVER!

    • @wushock92
      @wushock92 5 років тому +18

      Not to mention talented.

    • @RonSafreed
      @RonSafreed 5 років тому +32

      She looks feminine & no tattoos everywhere, purple or green hair chopped off, no body pierceings, no weird clothing or weird jewelry & she looks like the type that would marry & have kids too!!!!! Now tell me that is a 'rare jewel of a young woman' these days?????

    • @johospin9723
      @johospin9723 5 років тому +12

      That's the undisputable truth!

  • @MrIamnoone
    @MrIamnoone 4 роки тому +130

    Rick Beato should do an episode on these superb musicians and call it, "What Makes This Band Great?"

    • @miller1520
      @miller1520 4 роки тому +7

      Hey that's a great idea!

    • @TheRprecupjr
      @TheRprecupjr 4 роки тому +1

      I was thinking that earlier today while watching and trying to decide which video he should review...…"all of them" is definitely the right answer :)

    • @irishgrl
      @irishgrl 3 роки тому

      @@TheRprecupjr
      I think this song & 25 or 6 to 4 would be contenders.

  • @leonhill6800
    @leonhill6800 4 роки тому +29

    WOW!!!.The original was fantastic, but, Leonid & friends have taken it to 'Another Level'. I don't think it possible for anyone to improve on Leonid & Friends take on it. These Guys (and Gals) not only make it 'Rock' (Vasily's husky voice is awesome) , but, ALL of them put so much energy and charisma into it, I can literally FEEL IT. And that charisma isn't just for this song, its in every song they do, Singers and Musicians alike.

  • @sgold989
    @sgold989 10 місяців тому +14

    My jaw dropped at how good these guys are!!! And those powerful vocals! I even thought he was native American until I saw his name. A gem!!!

  • @yodanno
    @yodanno 5 років тому +109

    Seriously?!?! All this group does is get better every time I watch them. I feel like I can just take all of their uploads, and make that my favorite playlist! Bravo, Leonid and Friends, well done!

    • @MrSquareZB
      @MrSquareZB 4 роки тому

      you did not put them on your subscription list yet? !

    • @michellerjackson5776
      @michellerjackson5776 4 роки тому +1

      They were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING live last summer!
      🌹🌹🌹♥️👏👏👏👏

    • @yodanno
      @yodanno 4 роки тому

      Michelle R Jackson so jealous! Would have loved to see them live!

  • @glendepasse7490
    @glendepasse7490 4 роки тому +57

    I'm 64, this great song brings so many incredible memories and L&F's does such an amazing job...Wow!! Can't wait till this nonsense is over and they can be back on tour in the states, a MUST see
    experience! Kudos to the Ides of March for writing this true classic hit!

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 4 роки тому +1

      Same here.im on a binge with this group😁👍💕🥰

  • @doctorwatson5910
    @doctorwatson5910 5 років тому +73

    Oh my gosh Vasily is fantastic in this song love it. Well as always the whole band is fantastic. Love you guys I listen to your songs everyday. Your brilliant renditions of the music of my youth is beyond outstanding. Your musical talent is equal to or even superior to the originals. Can't wait to see you in Fort Wayne IN.

  • @Hawaiian80882
    @Hawaiian80882 2 місяці тому +2

    Never get tired of Leonid & Friends!!

  • @ВикторияИвлева-ь9ъ
    @ВикторияИвлева-ь9ъ 3 місяці тому +4

    Просто потрясающе❗️❗️❗️❗️

  • @johnwirtz6159
    @johnwirtz6159 5 років тому +40

    OUTSTANDING! See you in Atlanta this summer.

    • @johnwirtz6159
      @johnwirtz6159 5 років тому +2

      Thursday June 11 8PM at Center Stage Theater

    • @jpisello
      @jpisello 5 років тому

      @@johnwirtz6159 Thanks for the info. I must get tickets. I missed them in Nashville last year.

  • @devers6
    @devers6 4 роки тому +63

    I love how just a touch of accent sneaks in the vocal. Makes this an homage, not a duplicate. Timeless song, brought to life again. Thank you from across the world.

    • @billa8603
      @billa8603 4 роки тому +3

      My wife and I saw this great band here in Corpus Christi, TX last year. They were really something. They are spot on with Chicago and better than what is left of the Chicago Band. This may seem odd but how we felt.

    • @ghoppr71
      @ghoppr71 3 роки тому

      @@billa8603 We're look forward to seeing them next month in Birmingham. They're just as good as Chicago in their prime IMO.

  • @djm4457
    @djm4457 4 роки тому +54

    The vocals here, especially the lead, are incredible!! And the instruments and arrangement are absolutely perfect! This band can flat out play!!

    • @daniellaubach7544
      @daniellaubach7544 3 роки тому +2

      This band has done some great cover songs of Chicago one of my favorite brass section bands these folks do it nicely!

  • @andreawaterstreet3901
    @andreawaterstreet3901 3 роки тому +30

    ROCKIN THE STICKS!!!!
    Best rock drummer that no one except all of us L&F fans know about!!!

    • @oneanddone7992
      @oneanddone7992 7 місяців тому

      He NAILED this one, My lord....
      And the drums sound fantastic.

  • @AnthonyRich5357
    @AnthonyRich5357 9 місяців тому +13

    Dude, as a vocalist, I am a huge fan. This song was made for you. You kill it. Let’s hear more.

  • @TheBent139
    @TheBent139 5 років тому +84

    YES! We have been waiting on this one! And every bit as tasty as I would have imagined. Outstanding performances by all. Great vocals by Vasily and that was some seriously intricate guitar work Sergey laid down, starting around 1:30.
    Leonid has cut his hair and there are new studio surroundings! And how is it possible that Ksenia appears even more beautiful than before?
    One of my favorite bands in the world.

  • @brus54per
    @brus54per 5 років тому +85

    Once again: What an amazing performance! This combination of timing, musicality, skills and playing just enough to make the music do the talking. Kudos to a bunch of great musicans - the only comfort is that we'll beat you in hockey (i.e. Sweden) ;)

    • @macchlerie
      @macchlerie 5 років тому

      1980 hockey

    • @thenomadicchef1844
      @thenomadicchef1844 5 років тому

      Canadian hockey friend here, I agree this is an amazing performance of one of my favorite songs. Bravo!

  • @tjzini
    @tjzini 4 роки тому +24

    That drummer just kills me. He is so laid back that he hits every fill spot on! So many people rush thru them.

  • @nickferrara7142
    @nickferrara7142 3 роки тому +23

    Hard to believe this song is over 50 years old. You guys (and girl!) absolutely rock this song, as always! I love how you always look like you're all having so much fun playing this hit. And you're very, very tight! You are all tremendous musicians! Keep rocking!

  • @bryangriffin3139
    @bryangriffin3139 9 місяців тому +24

    I can’t believe you’re doing all these songs. I’m speechless. I just keep watching one song to the next and I’m in heaven. You guys are so so good and this dude Voice is right on the money. You don’t get that much these days you don’t hear familiar voices in the old music, but this guy makes it come alive like it never was, you guys are extremely talented. I love the old music with the horns and the drummers of those days were just phenomenal real music in my mind.

  • @RicG.
    @RicG. 5 років тому +60

    I always thought they would cover this song at some point. It's a great song and a perfect fit for these outstanding musicians. Wonderful version - thanks for doing it!

  • @kevinkelly5577
    @kevinkelly5577 5 років тому +30

    Another spectacular cover. Thank you for your dedication to artistry.

  • @nomoreblahblah
    @nomoreblahblah Рік тому +8

    After watching the Ides of March perform this song I had to listen once again to this rendition. You hit it out of the park. Home run.

  • @kraft-w6e
    @kraft-w6e Рік тому +6

    Василий умница! Просто такой драйв! Такое "мясо", блин с ума сойти! Спаси Бог!

  • @joelbeck6600
    @joelbeck6600 Рік тому +2

    I love your cover of vehicle ! Plus Ksenia..and her mother are both smoking ! Joel Beck

  • @OCnStiggs
    @OCnStiggs 5 років тому +15

    "Great God in Heaven, thank you for Leonid and Friends!" Brilliant!!!

  • @billswitzer1516
    @billswitzer1516 4 роки тому +40

    Everybody has pretty much covered all the accolades of this group. They are truly amazing! Please, Leonid, never stop!!!

  • @dougauzene8389
    @dougauzene8389 5 років тому +20

    Spot - On! Takin Me Back To 1970 & "Boss Radio 93 KHJ" For 2:56...Thank You, One & All!

    • @SurferJoe46
      @SurferJoe46 4 роки тому

      The Huntington Beach Class of '64 approves. It was KRLA, KFWB, KFI & KIIS on the beach, in our cars and in our young hearts. Thanks for the flashback....(not the one where the bushes moved..... If you know what I mean.) As usual, youse guys nailed it to the wall! Totally tubular, dudes and dudettes. Cowabunga!

  • @Princeoftolo1
    @Princeoftolo1 2 роки тому +31

    All of them are great 👍 But the main vocal dude is just out of this world 🌎
    Well done guys

  • @esperanzamartin9128
    @esperanzamartin9128 2 місяці тому +2

    Sencillamente, fantástico. Enhorabuena.

  • @ericmcdowell5762
    @ericmcdowell5762 5 років тому +56

    Fantastic job as always, ... and Vasily does a great job bringing out the spirit of the song. And of course, for Leonid, picking apart the song again (I assume), and writing up all different instrumental pieces. You guys continue to amaze, ... just incredible how Leonid has brought this group together, and created this kind of "magic". Hope you never stop, ... and my guess is, you won't!

  • @matveich00
    @matveich00 4 роки тому +32

    Я Вас Приветствую! Ребята, если взять и собрать все существующие в Мире музыкальные премии, награды, то этого будет не достаточно для того, чтобы вознаградить вас за ваш фантастический талант. Слушая вас, появляется гордость за то, что мои соплеменники превосходят многие знаменитые группы. Спасибо за ваш труд! Я считаю, Вы звезды Мирового масштаба.

    • @raviltinhurin457
      @raviltinhurin457 3 роки тому +2

      Да но за этой работой стоят десятки десятилетий упорного и профессионального труда!

  • @mikeseverino638
    @mikeseverino638 4 роки тому +29

    I pity the 66 hopeless souls that have thumbs downed this amazing performance!
    Thank you Leonid and Friends for bringing great music back to life and at an amazingly high level of expertise!!! We LOVE you for it!!!

    • @mistycrick5877
      @mistycrick5877 4 роки тому

      It's up to 180 now... what the heck!?

    • @ushoys
      @ushoys 3 роки тому

      Some people hate everything Russian because of what they did to us.

    • @mikeseverino638
      @mikeseverino638 3 роки тому

      @@ushoys Hard to hold the Russian people accountable for what the Russian government has done! Something tells me that Leonid and Friends love Americans as much as their American fans love them!

    • @dongraham8236
      @dongraham8236 2 роки тому

      66 assholes...no loss...as they found their own rectums...

  • @LouKodge
    @LouKodge Рік тому +4

    I just love Vasily Akimovs voice on this video. Just imagine what he could do with Chicagos South California Purples.

  • @marianobeltran780
    @marianobeltran780 Рік тому +2

    great cover love this from Mexico my beautiful city

  • @homeskoold
    @homeskoold 4 роки тому +12

    Man, I really dig Vasily’s voice and style. That dude has got some serious pipes and soul. And of course the rest of the band are all top-notch high-level players. Very very hot band!

  • @RandallJacques
    @RandallJacques 5 років тому +23

    God, I love those horns!

  • @jesusheals2
    @jesusheals2 5 років тому +23

    I wrote and recommended this one right away when I heard you-always knew it was a perfect fit. As a kid that was the first song I ever heard that REALLY jammed and has it all. Knew Vasily was The Man for this one too! Awesome-We Love you all!

  • @silversurfer9019
    @silversurfer9019 Рік тому +2

    Good Gawd the drummer is solid like a block of steel

  • @Suri-o7w
    @Suri-o7w Рік тому +2

    WOW this guy's vocals are sizzling HOT 🔥 best cover I've heard of vehicle he sounds a lot like Axel Rose from Guns and Roses❤❤❤❤

  • @kittwhy
    @kittwhy 5 років тому +25

    VASILYYYY! THiS is YOuR Vehicle! Nice job! Nice to see everyone playing and recording at the same time. You all still seem to be having fun! Leonid, I’m so glad you were inspired to bring this music back around again and with such great energy. Continued success to all.

  • @skeeterman7144
    @skeeterman7144 5 років тому +19

    Best rendition of this song EVER. VIRAL TIME! From your USA friends…“Love ya want ya got to have ya.” We love you L&F!

  • @michaeldavies4871
    @michaeldavies4871 4 роки тому +68

    They may possibly be the best cover band ever...

    • @sanferrer2830
      @sanferrer2830 4 роки тому +2

      Shure✔

    • @divebobber
      @divebobber 4 роки тому +7

      Have you heard Foxes and Fossils? Smaller and no horns but their harmonies are unbelievable. Check out their Suite Judy Blue Eyes.

    • @phildonnakilmer5109
      @phildonnakilmer5109 3 роки тому +1

      Check out HSCC from Australia, they are right up there as well!

    • @dongraham8236
      @dongraham8236 2 роки тому

      @@phildonnakilmer5109 As is Aussie Pink Floyd...

  • @loodiamexican
    @loodiamexican Рік тому +4

    The bassist is having the time of his life.😁❤️

  • @noreik57
    @noreik57 Рік тому +6

    They are one of the best cover bands I've ever heard. Arrangements are spot on

  • @blackbimmer9008
    @blackbimmer9008 5 років тому +11

    Very talented musicians! From Russia with love!❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍

  • @joshuaschadenfreude8910
    @joshuaschadenfreude8910 4 роки тому +12

    Leonid needs to get the credit for bringing all these great musicians together.

  • @middleageteenage3422
    @middleageteenage3422 9 місяців тому +4

    Nice, this is so cool song, well played and singer voice just pure gold..🥰

  • @Kevin-kr5ok
    @Kevin-kr5ok Рік тому +5

    They nail these songs like they wrote them ! Good stuff right there my son !

  • @Laura-gg1dt
    @Laura-gg1dt 3 роки тому +7

    We played these songs in high school marching band. Most Chicago songs. Best songs and time of my life! The 70s music is the best!!

  • @AsharellaNightAngel
    @AsharellaNightAngel 5 років тому +14

    Vasily is a great lead vocalist and it sounds like he's been working on his American accent for singing these tunes!

  • @darrenfulsher2256
    @darrenfulsher2256 Рік тому +5

    I havent been this Excited about a Band in a long time This Bunch is Top Knotch!!!!!!

  • @jber9569
    @jber9569 3 роки тому +8

    There are NO weak links in this band. Can't wait to see you guys live July 17th.

  • @Ralf09
    @Ralf09 Рік тому +6

    Dang good! Super musicians all! All that and the most beautiful woman in the world…❤

  • @danmontie6367
    @danmontie6367 5 років тому +30

    It is literally impossible to say enough great things about this group. The talent on display here is amazing. It always makes me happy to get a notification that another Leonid & Friends video has been released. огромное спасибо

  • @thew60
    @thew60 5 років тому +18

    Once again, another gem! Absolute perfection! Keep them coming...

  • @sweetstevie
    @sweetstevie 5 років тому +12

    Perfect! Great way to start the month of March! Outstanding job!

  • @mybuck4
    @mybuck4 Рік тому +1

    Love these guys! And the one with the Florida Gators shirt on...GO GATORS!

  • @danielmccann4055
    @danielmccann4055 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic cover! Smiling all the way through.

  • @rockhead1428
    @rockhead1428 4 роки тому +13

    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 ‘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!

    • @angelbonilla6961
      @angelbonilla6961 4 роки тому +1

      Estos kamaradas son excelentes. Cuando vienen a México ? . Angel Bonilla desde Cuautitlan, Estado de Mexico !!!

    • @wallihaley5194
      @wallihaley5194 4 роки тому +1

      Rock Head, I hope your spirits continue to lift. This music is such a gift and brings such joy. I am sorry you are/were in pain, and wish you happiness.

    • @rockhead1428
      @rockhead1428 4 роки тому +1

      Walli Haley thank you so very much!

    • @jeanmank6342
      @jeanmank6342 2 роки тому +1

      Rock Head. Yes! I discovered this miracle band tonight during this horrible time in my life. I am so sick, physically and mentally, but while this band is playing, I feel GOOD AGAIN.

  • @TraceyPruitt
    @TraceyPruitt 9 місяців тому +8

    True artists here. All, individually, very accomplished musicians. Together, maybe even better than the originals.

  • @octobertommy
    @octobertommy 5 років тому +11

    They never cease to amaze me. LOVE this band.

  • @kevinnewberry1627
    @kevinnewberry1627 Рік тому +5

    Next level guys...and that's hard to do on a great original!

  • @tdore5794
    @tdore5794 Рік тому +4

    Excellent song. Horn's and drums. That's what I'm talking about. Good job everyone

  • @dominickbuzzanco
    @dominickbuzzanco 5 років тому +14

    I've been waiting for this to happen. Tremendous performance once again. Thank you

  • @Donna-ff3ek
    @Donna-ff3ek 7 місяців тому +5

    Astounding how great you all are!! Love you from USA!!

  • @calibreeze007
    @calibreeze007 3 роки тому +15

    It's wonderful to see such amazingly talented performers not only give a stunning rendition of this song, but having so much fun while doing so. Fantastic!

  • @АлександрФурман-ф3д

    Василь красавчик!!!

  • @dthebassman7999
    @dthebassman7999 3 роки тому +5

    Ksenia Buzina is ALL of my old high school's cheer leaders wrapped up into one stunning beauty.

    • @TheoSmith249
      @TheoSmith249 3 роки тому

      She’s an eyeball vacuum !

    • @wlonsdale1
      @wlonsdale1 Рік тому +3

      What makes her beautiful to me is her pure feminity. Just the most delicate features.