"Superstar" (Carpenters Cover) by Leonid & Friends Reaction/Analysis by Musician/Producer
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- "Superstar" (Carpenters Cover) by Leonid & Friends Reaction/Analysis by Musician/Producer
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This cover was so well received by Richard Carpenter that he invited Ksenia to his home to have dinner with him and his wife.
Now that's appreciation!
Wow! That's big respect.
Was never a big fan of much of the Carpenters music, but I always loved this song (even Sonic Youths weird cover). But I will always give Richard props for being a great keyboardist and music arranger.
This is THE GREATEST BAND ON THE PLANET RIGHT NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Agreed100 ❤
They are truly gifted musicians, and singers. NO DOUBT!!
I've seen them five times so far, and already have tickets for show #6.
Oh, I agree 100%. They are INCREDIBLE!! ♥
I'm a musician of over 50 years and I've been watching Leonid's videos since he started posting them. While all the musicians in his core group, AND the ones he brings in for specific songs, are all really excellent, watch a dozen or so videos and pay close attention to Igor, the drummer. Even when you can't see him, listen for him, because he is one of THE best drummers I've ever heard! His skillset is virtually unlimited. It seems that there's nothing he can't do, and do it fantastically. He is the real deal! Really, they all are, but he's way above the bar. Check out their take on "One Fine Morning!" Wow!
Igor is a MACHINE. PERFECT timing, EVERY time.
@@swiftmatic Yes, but he's more than that. His attention to detail is incredible as well. I think he one "those" who has tremendous innate ability that seems to easily go above the bar with practice. Most musicians have met people like this. I've stood ten feet from Ginger Baker during a rehearsal in 1969, stood backstage watching Keith Moon at a Who concert in 1970 and watched Mick Fleetwood from the first row at a concert in 1979, and my opinion of Igor is that he is a BEAST!
You are absolutely correct. Igor is one of the most talented and skilled drummers I have EVER heard! He is the quintessential backbone of a group of extremely talented musicians. I wish more drummers would understand the “More is not necessarily better” concept. I’ve been listening to Leonid and friends for almost 2 years now and my first reaction to experiencing their artistry was very much like yours! I always look forward to their you tube posts and can’t wait to see them in concert.
@@ronnedmunds7935 If you have not watched their cover of "One Fine Morning", paying very close attention to Igor, you really should. Even if you have seen it, you should watch it again because I guarantee you that you missed something. I've probably watched it a dozen or more times and I always find some little Igor gem that I missed before. There is SO much going on in that song, that it's easy to take the drums for granted, but it is a tour de force performance from a master.
@@theflash1425 Thanks. I have listened L&Fs cover of One Fine Morning many times and you are right; Igor REALLY shines here. So many superlatives come to my mind when I think about how to describe Igor’s playing. I believe the definition of the musical term “In the Pocket” should have links to several of Igor’s performances. Steve Gadd, Buddy Rich, Ed Shaughnessy, Neal Pert and Louie Bellson would most likely all have described Igor’s talent as God Give and God Blessed.
This group is the top of the top with everything they do! Phenomenal!
They continually amaze me with their beautiful mesmerizing talents🌹🌹🌹🌹
Leonid and friends are not only master class musicians, they bring a sense of joy to their performances that is infectious. You can’t watch/listen and not feel happy!
Wow, this whole band totally nailed it. Their instrumentation was fantastic. The vocalist was pitch perfect with incredible breath control. 👏 👏 👏
She does well on her breath control, but the timing of each breath is slightly early, especially during the verses. Kesnia seems to use the top of each breath instead of Karen's middle exhalation & then her bottom breath. Karen took small breaths perhaps because she was also playing the drums. I poured over The Carpenter's Greatest Hits album for years & learned each song with the audible breaths in those songs. That study, along with learning to breathe for staged plays & public speaking to sustain notes on short breaths leads me to this HO. It is Leo-nid on the bass, BTW. Leo (as in the astrological sign) nid rhymes with lid. I don't believe they use Leah (as in Laia/Leaha Luke's sister). I adore L& F and have been following them for years. Thank you for reacting to them!
Thank you for your perspective. 👍
This tribute band certainly warrants a deeper dive. They started with music of Chicago, later expanded to Earth, wind & Fire, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ides of March, and then some, each tribute incredibly close to the original.
They also covered My Old School by Steely Dan. They are great. I saw them twice!
Arguably, better than the originals. I have been a huge Chicago fan since I was a pre-teen (late ‘60s). I’ve been blessed to see Leonid and friends twice now. Their superb musicianship never ceases to astound me.
Better than!
I actually prefer Leonid & Friends perform classic Chicago over the current lineup of Chicago.
They are so amazing live!@@lyndarougeau2763
Brought tears to my eyes..the music and that voice... Karen Carpenter is the Queen...and what an incarnation ❤
Im in my 60s. It transported me in time. What a powerful experience. We saw them in Durham, NC. Fantastic. Consummate musicians. Loved your review. Thanks.
Wow Im in tears she nailed it Yes Yes Yes
演奏している人達全員がすばらしい！完璧なカバーでびっくりしました。
The man behind all of this, the man looking around...is Leonid, the bass player!
The entire group are flawless but that Ksenia is kind of incredible.
this one brought tears to my eyes. Closing my eyes, and listening to this I could see Karen Carpenter singing this. That's what this band does, they bring back the beauty of the bands they honor. Just beautiful!
This is the best cover of a Carpenter song that I have ever heard in years. Leonid and Friends are setting a very high standard for very accurate covers of songs. Ksenia just nails the vocals. Karen Carpenter has a very unique voice and you cannot fudge. This is just wonderfully done. This tribute band takes covers to a very high standard and their ability to perform...Tower of Power, Chicago, Blood Sweat and Tears, etc. with such accuracy to the original recordings is top notch. This group of performers is as good as it gets and lets not ignore the sound engineers that make the vocal and musical talent magic work so faithfully to the original recordings and then some.
So Beautiful. I Love It. I’m Crying 😢. But This Is Awesomen
So Beautiful. Awesome I Love ❤️ It Pete sr Siny
I found this group by accident a couple of years ago. Leonid is a genius. His story is amazing. The music they started with, Chicago, (my favorite band of all time) is master class. 7:16
Living in Russia, they had no access to any sheet music. Leonid transcribed the music for every instrument and vocal. With maybe 1 or 2 exceptions his singers and band members knew absolutely no English.
He not only coached them on how to sing the songs but also made sure they understood exactly the meaning of the words they were singing.
Ksenia Buzina his main female singer is fluent in 8 languages which had to be a huge help. When she sang Karen Carpenter I was amazed and can't wait for more.
Their Earth, Wind and Fire covers are extraordinary! They sound better than currently Chicago sounds. Ksenia is incredibly gorgeous who is a fantastic singer, too.
Their cover of Earth, Wind & Fire’s “Fantasy”. Wow. Incredible. On point with everything, even Phillip Baileys vocals. Very much worth your time to see.
I always get teary eyed when I watch this
To those who are nolstagic , this cover will make you cry.
Listening to this brings tears to my eyes. Carpenters are my all-time favorite group and for Leonid & Friends to cover them (with this exceptional performance) is truly an honor. Thank you for reacting to this.
I am a huge fan of this group ever since I first started listening to them.
These guys are top notch studio musicians.
Love the drummer Igor, his timing is perfect ❤
I am too...amazing performance#
After listening to the various groups these guys do covers for, they can do just about any music in studio master quality. They are that good. cudos to the engineer(s) who are mixing it.
I've seen people rejoice over a reaction video. But nothing like this man melting over a video that he considered perfect and amazing tribute of karen and the carpenters !
Saw them in concert in the Austin area this fall. Excellent.
BTW, Hal Blaine and Joe Osborn from the Wrecking Crew backed up the Carpenters along with the Ron Hicklin Singers on background vocals.
That bass player is Leonid.
He is the man pulling all of this work together. No small task.
Every cover song they sing is Golden
One of the best cover bands on earth. She speaks multiple languages, sings like and angel and is gorgeous
The bass player is Leonid the band leader and transposer of every note of every song.
This band, Leonid & Friends is probably the greatest cover band on the planet. Every song, by every artist is dead on. Have been following them from the first songs they did.
I just love watching Jeff's reaction to L&F's music, and apparently discovering for the very first time what thousands of fans across the USA have been drooling over for so very long. As someone has already pointed out, Richard Carpenter is apparently well aware of Ksenia's vocal masterpiece and, in fact, hosted her at his home while the band was on their latest California trip. I can't think that there has ever been a better cover band in the history of music on this entire planet! Everything they touch turns to gold!
This group’s history is fascinating. They started with Chicago covers which are incredible! I’m so excited to see them next month with a meet and greet. Several documentaries about them on UA-cam worth checking out.
As a first time viewer of your channel, I loved watching your reactions to this Carpenter’s song. I’ve been a Leonoid fan for 4 years. As a diehard old-school Chicago fan, I am totally blown away how well this Russian group, that’s right, they are from Russia, can replicate any Chicago song, especially “Beginnings” and “Make Me Smile.” You must, must, must listen to their renditions of these 2 songs. I promise to watch!
@@jamesglynn3231Don’t know if you realized you are replying to my comment instead of posting to general comments. You are “preaching to the choir” as I already follow them and enjoy most of their songs like you do. We think alike 😊
@@Nancyshank I hate when that happens - LOL!!!!😁
I have seen this band twice…….one word! Amazing!
Huge shoes to fill, but they pulled it off in spectacular fashion. This group pays attention to EVERY detail
Ksenia is my celebrity crush 😍
Fluent in a bunch of different languages, amazing voice, and gorgeous.
They are known for their Chicago covers, but my favorite song of theirs is their cover of My Old School by Steely Dan. But everything they do is great, not a bad song in the bunch!
I enjoyed your reaction!
Yes, she's very easy on the eyes and talented to boot.
I totally agree with you about their version of My Old School. 👍
Have not seen My Old School. Will have to search it. Hope there is more Steely Dan. Great catalog for L&F.
Fabulous cover of arguably the Carpenters' greatest recording. The lead singer lady perfectly nails Karen's rendition -- even down to the point her dress is the same as Karen wore when she sang Superstar at the 1972 Grammy's. But let's not forget that Karen did her classical rendition on a first-take work-lead -- with the lyrics on a napkin!
This group is on top of the list, the sound n vocal, strings, are fantastic. It wake me up. My first time listening to this group -fabulous!
This lead singer is awesome. Look at her site. Ksenia Buzina - My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion cover from years ago. Another awesome job!
I've just watched this twice and am stunned. This is the best song that Karen Carpenter ever did, even though I love many of them. She just came back to life for me. I'll be following this group!
Can hardly believe i get to see this group on April 17th❤❤❤
In all actuality, the Carpenters version of this song is a cover.... the first one to record this Leon Russell tune was Delaney & Bonnie.
Leon wrote this for Bonnie Bramlett to sing.
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Your smile as she begins singing says it all. :)
😊😊😊
It can't get any better than this group! No one can top them!
Leonid and Friends has set a new standard for music production
everybody love the Carpenters...secretly
A little deeper down this rabbit hole you'll find their cover of Steely Dan's "My Old School " featuring the Rox Bros.
And yes, Ksenia is GORGEOUS and sings like a bird
Leonid is a musical genius.
Это потрясающе! Чистый родник!
You are on point on many counts. Ksenia was even invited to meet Richard. To be correct that praise to the drummer, which I also gave a while ago but said Hal Blaine is looking down and smiling. Hal was the original drummer. Now you gave this 10/10 and I’d agree, almost. What if there’s an 11/10 of another Carpenters classic? I’m leaving one letter and we’ll revisit this soon. T. Wonderful reaction. I’m already a subscriber but missed this gem. Also credit to Richard Carpenter for his original arrangement. Masterful.
Joe
Their cover of Earth, Wind & Fire's FANTASY is amazing! I play it over and over and over... just awesome‼️❤
Dude, I saw it in your eyes... You fell in love--just like we all have. They hit everything--and I mean everything--out of the park. You'll enjoy it all man.
I’ve got “Dialogue Part I & II” (Chicago Cover) coming soon. I could barely sit in my seat. You’re gonna get a kick out of it. Hahaha
this is so dead on it is magic
The production is fabulous, clean, well defined, understated, just right. And I can't fault the vocalist, since I don't think anyone could quite match Karen Carpenter's voice, breath control, and perfect phrasing, but nevertheless she did an outstanding job. I got chills from this, it was so good, and I even got choked up a bit.
The bass player is looking around probably because that is Leonid the leader and producer of the band. This was amazing❗️
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Leonid and friends are just awesome
Leonid and Friends is so much fun to watch on UA-cam. Have fun reviewing their covers of Earth Wind and Fire
I’m convinced Ksenia is a siren. I swear you fall in love with her as you watch her sing so beautifully! 😍
I’ve seen artists from Buddy Rich to Steve Perry with Journey to EWF, to recently Seal with Trevor Horn. I have never been moved as much as I was by Leonid & Friends. They’re great musicians. The love what the do. They exude a contagious joy.
I’d recommend checking out their cover of EWF’s “In the Stone.”
Been watching this group for 3-4:years and they are spot on perfect musical performances. The singer is fabulous.
I especially like the oboe, brought tears to my eyes the first time I heard this recording. And, oh yeah, the French horns…lovely! The Classical Guitar was an unexpected delight. I can identify with the trombone player, he definitely did his job. Trumpets “sang”their part. Sax and piano were not a highlight written part on this song, but definitely adding support. Not really an electric guitar highlight song either, but so well played. Drums, so tight, didn’t step on anyone. Electric bass..felt as well as heard. Harp, delightful! Violins, violas, and cello, oh yeah!
that's Leonid!
Leon Russell wrote it. I celebrate Karen's birthday every March. Nothing like her voice.
Chicago and Earth Wind and Fire covers are unbelievable !!!!
My favorite Carpenters song. The spirit of Karen Carpenter is strong in this one.
If you haven't already, you should hear these guys' version of My Old School - it's a real winner. 😁
Everything this band does is that great. We saw and met them in Birmingham Al. Very good players, and people. Check out Steely Dan my old school or everything they do. Life is good.
Blown away with their cover of My old school
You know something is good when a Professional with thousand years of experience just got amazed. Your reaction to them was priceless and really made me happy.
It was a gorgeous rendition of this song. The vocals were also very nice. I still think Karen's voice was so pure. I miss her so much.
The bass player is the leader and transcribed all the parts by ear listening to the original track. Also, Hal Blaine was the drummer on the record with Joe Osborn on bass. Both were part of The Wrecking Crew.
I am so in love with Ksenia . Just touched my soul and heart so much!
Kseinia sang this beautufully. Grace and class, she never tried to outsing Karen, she just sang from her heart. Gave me chills, both versions are top notch. All the girls in my middle and high school years would be singing Carpenters songs in the hallways. The 70s were the best.
Man we had good music didn’t we?
@@StrateleStudios yes we did. I had many older siblings and had my parents 40s, brothers 50s, sisters 60s ,eveything from doo wop (still love it) to hard rock. What a great ers to grow up in.
I saw them live last week, and I can truly say that I fell in love with Ksenia BEFORE the first show! 😀They pulled this off without the harp or strings. Her voice was magical.
Leonid and Friends is top tier. Their Chicago stuff is unrivaled...by even Chicago. The strings section is usually inhabited by the Official Moscow Symphony I think. the bass player is the head honcho. Start your Chicago rabbit hole with 25 or 6 to 4.
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Seen them live, twice, and they are spectacular.
Leonid is the bass player, arranger, etc.
They are the best Chicago and Earth Wind And fire tribute band they have a great original track called Speck of Dust the same beautiful lady smashed this one to
Watching teary-eyed. - fr. Lanao del Norte, Mindanao, Philippines
Seen them live four times. I love this band.
The bass player is Leonid and he kind of directs things with a glance. They are quite excellent!
Leonid and Friends has redefined music.
Saw them at MGM in Northfield Ohio, they were GREAT!
Ksenia... My love. Ha ha! She nailed this!
Ksenia absolutely nailed the vocals
Some of the best musicians in the world. They sound exactly like the original artists they cover.
I got hooked on L&F during the C19 stay-at-home era. I recently saw them live in Texas, and I have to say it was phenomenal. I could close my eyes and be transported back to a 1970's Chicago concert I never got to experience, though they were my #1 band back then.
There is sooo much talent & humility in L&F.
Wow!
They hit it out of the park! Listened to this dozens of times already.
Leonid & Friends began as what was only meant to be a one off project, a present from producer Leonid Vorobyev to himself for his 60th birthday. That initial video became popular enough on UA-cam that he decided to follow it up with another, and so on. The line up has changed a bit over the years, but their accuracy in replicating the music of Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, and any other group they set their sights on is phenomenal. Ksenia, the vocalist in this video, has performed in seven or eight languages and also has a degree in global economics. Her role in the group has grown over the past couple of years from solely a backup singer to lead vocalist on several numbers. This is a rabbit hole you're truly going to enjoy going down. By the way, Leonid had no access to sheet music for the initial songs they recorded and personally transposed every part by ear.
Just brings me back to growing up in the 70's when life was easy and all love and music. Kids today have no idea what they missed. Ksenia is amazing and the entire band is truly amazing musicians. Ive been following them since the first video aired as a guft to Leonid for a birthday gift. Ive also had the pleasure of seeing them in concert 4 times now, meeting afterwards and staying in contact with social media. They are all truly special ❤
Absolutely exceptional. I would love to see this band in Australia ❤
this band is what pros go to find the standard of being perfect means.
1:50 I had the exact same impression on my face when I heard this first! Focusing in to see what exactly is going on! I couldn't believe this is not Carpenter singing!!
Jeff, I am happy you liked "Superstar." I met the band a little over 4 years ago. I rapidly advanced from fan to friend to family. Not sure I deserve all the privileges that they give me. I go out on tour with them when I can. You can't find a nicer group of people anywhere. The talent this group has on stage all at once is incredible, yet they are all very humble. You won't find any divas here. I describe Ksenia Buzina as a multifaceted diamond. Besides her undeniable beauty, she is extremely talented. As someone noted earlier, Ksenia can speak and sing in multiple languages. She also has a degree in International Finance and is a piano virtuoso. I have been telling her that she is a "superstar" for quite some time now. I am glad she and the rest of the band are getting some of the recognition that they well deserve. Leonid (pronounced lay-o-nid) is the mastermind of this group. The band does not have prearranged charts to play from. Leonid painstakingly listens to the original studio recordings and writes out the parts (by ear) note for note for all the instruments! He is an absolute genius with absolute pitch. That is why the songs sound perfect like the original. They are as good live as they are in the studio. You must see them in concert. Their chemistry on stage and the interaction back and forth with the crowd is amazing. Valentin Zubakov posted a music video of "Superstar" with Leonid & Friends in one channel and The Carpenters in the other. You will be astounded how close those versions sound.
Thank you for this wonderful comment! This really looks like a group of positive and talented musicians!
I discovered them 6 years ago and because I’m in Canada I’ve only been able to see them twice but I will claim them as family any day! Ksenia knows how much I love her! Oleg does to!
Possibly the best cover Of a song I've ever heard they nailed it in every department 😮 .
A great comment, I wish I could give you 10 "thumbs up". Thank you for your personal insight to this fantastic group. I have been a fan for some time and am very pleased to hear these positive comments about them. I love them all but isn't the oboe player in this song just incredible? And I never thought I would ever make a comment about an oboe!
Ray, I really missed seeing you out on tour! I am sure we will meet again in the spring.
That was so beautifully done!!! 😭😭😭😭
discovered them couple years ago. they have tons of AWESOME covers mainly chicago
Thanks Richard!
It’s so incredible how this band has played such perfection of the Carpenters,Earth Wind and Fire and Chicago such a tribute to them all 😃
Agree 10 out of 10