Spectacular. Here's a group of 'Russians' who colluded to shut everyone else out of the running for the title of "Best Tribute Band"... Appreciation and gratitude from the United States!
after having been a musician and singer for well over 40 years I can honestly say this was absolute perfection, and could not have possibly been done any better.
Thumbs down from me on this performance. Great technical skill, but the bell is the key to the outro on this tune and for some reason the guy is allergic to it.
Hey Raider helmet guy.... I too am a Raider fan (since the 60's) and remember this music from my high school days, although, in the East Bay we actually favored Tower of Power! Anyway, I look forward to seeing L&F's in Lake Tahoe on November 8th - they're awesome!! Rock on!
There’s nothing that ever said he intended to do it. Fact is, while it’s possible he was drunk or stoned at the time, surely in his mind he thought the chamber was empty. I doubt at all it was intentional. Ergo he is in heaven.
Holy shit... Just HOLY SHIT!!!! 15 yr metal vocalist, raised with old school rock. Gma's gone, my old man is still alive... This is my favorite cover of this song, hands down. You all nailed it!!! I can't express enough, the nostalgia & joy your cover brought. Thank you so much!!!
This band has become my drug of choice....in this upside down world we now live in, they not only right my ship but they elevate me to new highs of hope! God bless them all!
First off, this is mixed to absolute perfection. What a band! Good Lord, this is perfect in every way. Every note. They play with joy and they clearly respect the music they are playing, you can hear it and see it on every member of the band. Well done!!
One of my favorite parts of watching and rewatching these videos is seeing how much sheer JOY these guys inspire in thousands upon thousands of commenters. And it’s because they themselves are playing these great songs out of joy. Not the music biz; not band politics: pure joy. Thank you thank you thank you!!
Three years ago, I fell in love with a Russian woman. I began to learn more about the culture, people and the country that I was raised and trained to hate or kill if needed. I served in the USAF in Berlin during the cold war. But these people are genuine, loving, family oriented and loyal. I found this band two weeks ago and needless to say, growing up in the 70's, EWF & Chicago were at the top of the charts. THANKS for this beautiful music and my Elena :)
This song is so good it is hard to decide who to compliment more... horns, drums, keyboard, vocals, guitar, bass, background vocals, wow. This is a perfect song.
At this point I'm wondering, How did you beautiful people with so much talent find each other to create what you have done, I'm truly in awe. You people are so good, I have no words
Leonid and Friends.... FOREVER! I can't even begin to get enough of the talent in this collection of the some of the world's best musicians! Salute!!! Igor!!
you folks ae not new to me, spent hours watching your video's...My wife had liver cancer and she passed away on Nov.25, 2018. The hardest pain and loss i have ever felt; tonight is the FIRST time I have felt happiness .......thank you for posting your video's
I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Leonid & Friends “Live” twice. They put on an amazing performance and are spot-on on every song. I never got to see Chicago live but after seeing Leonid & Friends, I feel like I have. They are awesome!
Just saw them in Sacramento. Mind blown. I love to see their tours expanding and for them to get all of the recognition they deserve. Damn. Every one of them is an incredible musician.
The musical talent, the sound engineering, and the dedication to "get it right" leave me speechless. Quickly run out of adjectives of praise for these ladies and gentlemen. May your abilities take you all to new heights you never dreamed of!
I thank God every day the Russian Red Army did what it did during World War II. Because without those efforts, without that sacrifice, my father probably would not have survived in the POW Camp he was held at for three years in today's Poland. His treatment never would have improved. He would not have made it home to America. I would not have been born 20-years later. And I certainly would not be sitting here today enjoying this marvelous, wonderful tribute band to Chicago.
I just have to say that this is simply the best cover of a Chicago song I have ever heard. Absolutely mind blowing. It really made my day! I am so happy to see that today’s musicians can appreciate the incredible songwriting talent of Chicago and do it justice. This cover is every bit as good as the original. 🤩
When I first heard this song on the radio as a kid, I was so moved, I recorded it on my Radio Shack tape recorder and walked the neighborhood playing it full volume. I felt everyone needed to hear this.
When a cover seems to meet - or even exceed - the high quality of the original, you know it's something special. I really hope to see them play live, next time they're in my neck of the woods.
Ksenia is her given name and Ksenona is her stage name. She's from Leonid's home town called Chita which is in Siberia east of Lake Baikal near the Mongolian border. They have both come to Moscow and established world class careers. When they make their North American tour next year they will likely make musical history from Russia with love.
This is good as it can get, and I have seen Chicago with Terry Kath. Fantastic Leonid and Friends! Please come to America and make Chicago fans happy. Scott in Philly
I was a radio DJ back in the 1960's. Working my way through college. I stayed in radio over 50 years part time. Chicago was one of my favorites. Damn! You guys are so talented. May God bless you.
I start to comment on one or two of these great people and realize the totality of talent and gifts is all of them!? The songs, their skills the performance... Just plain awesome anywhere and in any language.
Kudos to Chicago for writing some of the greatest music of the last 50 years. But even the mighty Chicago can't match Leonid and Friends in terms of emotion, energy, passion and joy when performing these classics live. Thank you Leonid and Friends, thank you!
How is it possible that this freaking awesome group hasn’t got 500k subs by now ....the music is timeless, played as original Chicago did and fresh...wow
Igor on drums is one of any era's greatest drummers and Chicago (or ANY group) would be lucky to hire him. I'm surprised Foo Fighters didn't fight over him with Leonid & Friends.
Just discovered you, friend called, said man,you will NOT BELIEVE THIS!!! 59 year old bassist/Dad in Chicago. Saw them,10th ,row, snuck up,lol,in 77. One year later............ You all have now been bringing me to tears routinely. The musicianship and just heavenly vocals just really move me. This is very special music,you not only honor it,but play it just so wonderfully. I love to watch the fun you are having. Speck of Dust is the most beautiful piece of new music i have ever heard. Russian musicians have moved me so,practicing more,Leonid is a wonderful bassist. Drums are spectacular, vocals make me cry. God Bless you all in Moscow. I can't tell you how much you have moved me. Jim Chicago
I am a drummer for over 50 years and I am Blown Away at this Band... I know every note of Chicago and your Band is Awesome... I’m so sorry I haven’t been able to see you here in Atlanta Georgia. May God continue to Bless All for you and this Amazing Talent
i, for one, discovered HERE that on the original recording they say “let’s spend the night together” and “jumping jack flash it’s a gas gas gas” and now, i can’t unhear it in the original recording 🤣🔥🔥🔥 this cover is epic ! thank you
Chicago says 3 things, progressively louder. My entire life that I knew this song, I thought they always said "Jumpin' Jack Flash, it's a gas gas gas" progressively louder. I had no idea until today they were saying different things.
Yeah it's really buried in the original mix. Leonid and Friends actually sing them exactly how Chicago sang them, you just don't hear much in the original 1975 mix unless you listen very closely with headphones. Of course Leonid made sure that came out clear in this mix.
It’s 2023 and I assume nobody will see this comment, but I’m going to say I really love this band!
I saw it, and I agree!
I come back to this video quite often. Igor just kills it on drums and I really love this band too!
They are great. Love these guys!
I saw it n agree
The drums... uf so good
One of the best covers of any song I've heard. And the drummer is awesome.
He is a drumming machine.!!!
The drummer is SO good. On every single song they play, he stands out. It's like having Hal Blaine in the studio.
I love these people for making me happy.
Same here😂I listen to them every day and can’t wait to attend another of their awesome concerts 🔥🔥🔥👯♀️👯♀️🔥🌹🌹🌹💃🏽🕺🏽
Me too, catch them here in California ‼️
Their enthusiasm and energy are compelling!
Yep. Makes me smile.
Spectacular.
Here's a group of 'Russians' who colluded to shut everyone else out of the running for the title of "Best Tribute Band"...
Appreciation and gratitude from the United States!
AWESOME response, arcdrummer! All of this "collusion" is turning out to be a GREAT thing! LMAO!
MCGA -- Making Chicago Great Again!
LOL
They're really putin on a great show in this video. They're not rushin' it at all.
LOL!
after having been a musician and singer for well over 40 years I can honestly say this was absolute perfection, and could not have possibly been done any better.
WTF kind of sorcery is this?! How come I am just discovering these musical geniuses? I am totally blown away🤯🤯🤯
Bahahahaha...me too!
Have you seen their version of Steely Dan's My Old School? O. M. G.
Same here...I would love to see them play here in Toronto...wow
LoL@ wtf kind of sorcery is this?
Awesome comment; "what kind of sorcery?" (LMAO at that) - but these cats are incredible!!!!
As an old, old, drummer myself let me just say you have a master drummer for your group.
yeah, he's critical and does a great job.
He makes it look easy
The drummer SHREDS!! Great talent.
I played too and this guy is good!
Igor rocks
The more I listen, the more this drummer just blows my mind.
he is perfect.
RIGHT?
He is so good that it’s easy to take him for granted
He is badass..
Thumbs down from me on this performance. Great technical skill, but the bell is the key to the outro on this tune and for some reason the guy is allergic to it.
I'm an older American. Grew up with this music. The positive energy I feel from your productions is incredible.
Hey Raider helmet guy.... I too am a Raider fan (since the 60's) and remember this music from my high school days, although, in the East Bay we actually favored Tower of Power! Anyway, I look forward to seeing L&F's in Lake Tahoe on November 8th - they're awesome!! Rock on!
Terry kath is definitely looking down & smiling upon you great guys
Totally agree....not to mention all of the "Chicago" fans still here! :-)
@@carrollshelby8690 Terry was high, drunk & tired. It was an accident.
There’s nothing that ever said he intended to do it. Fact is, while it’s possible he was drunk or stoned at the time, surely in his mind he thought the chamber was empty.
I doubt at all it was intentional. Ergo he is in heaven.
Definitely
Man, Serge on lead vocals has an incredible smoothness in a high register. I'd like to hear him cover some Boston tunes.
Maybe some Doobies and Triumph as well.
His name now is Sergetera...
babongo ‘More Than a Feeling’
Great tone and range....Cetera would be proud!
Tracy Marko Cetera has little room in his heart for anyone but Cetera
Holy shit... Just HOLY SHIT!!!! 15 yr metal vocalist, raised with old school rock. Gma's gone, my old man is still alive... This is my favorite cover of this song, hands down. You all nailed it!!! I can't express enough, the nostalgia & joy your cover brought. Thank you so much!!!
Wow, I’ve listened to all their songs on a playlist. Chicago is my favorite all-time and this band definitely did them justice! Respect!!!
You know it is going to be a great day when you see a new Leonid and Friends video pop up!
This band has become my drug of choice....in this upside down world we now live in, they not only right my ship but they elevate me to new highs of hope!
God bless them all!
Me, too! I come back time and time again to get my "fix."
Well said! They bring me to tears with their talent and passion.
🙃
I listen to them all the time!!
God bless them _and_ you. Be well and stay safe, Tony.
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First off, this is mixed to absolute perfection. What a band! Good Lord, this is perfect in every way. Every note. They play with joy and they clearly respect the music they are playing, you can hear it and see it on every member of the band. Well done!!
RTR!
Amen, RTR, and I can't believe I'm going to see them tomorrow night in a small south Georgia town. The week after I'll be in Title Town.
@@stephendanley1858 that's a great week brother! Enjoy the show. Just saw them in NYC. Terrific show, the energy was fantastic.
RTR from Al.
It’s 2024 and I assume nobody will see this comment, but I’m going to say I really love this band!
Hey I saw your comment today, and I love this band too! Nobody can cover a Chicago tune quite like Leonid & Friends
I see it. Me too for a couple of years
I saw them in concert.They were great.
Oh oh yeah
I saw it too... and LOVE this band. Former trumpet player here.
Ksenya Buzina is awesome vocals she rocks -)
And she is gorgeous 😊
I don't have enough adjectives in my vocabulary to describe how much I love this band! Just amazing.
One of my favorite parts of watching and rewatching these videos is seeing how much sheer JOY these guys inspire in thousands upon thousands of commenters. And it’s because they themselves are playing these great songs out of joy. Not the music biz; not band politics: pure joy. Thank you thank you thank you!!
Totally agree. The JOY exudes from every pore!! Magical.
Yeah, that's what I like best about them, their joyous energy just lifts me up every time.
I’m a 34 young dude and I love Chicago especially this song and cover ❤️
Three years ago, I fell in love with a Russian woman. I began to learn more about the culture, people and the country that I was raised and trained to hate or kill if needed. I served in the USAF in Berlin during the cold war. But these people are genuine, loving, family oriented and loyal. I found this band two weeks ago and needless to say, growing up in the 70's, EWF & Chicago were at the top of the charts. THANKS for this beautiful music and my Elena :)
Frank, my heart sings joy to you and your loved one! Let's have peace for once
This song is so good it is hard to decide who to compliment more... horns, drums, keyboard, vocals, guitar, bass, background vocals, wow. This is a perfect song.
Saw them a few weeks ago. I had tears in my eyes they were so good. I may have to go to St. Pete in Dec. to see them again. Great musicians.
The horns just floor me every time.
Um ... the girl.
@@adamgoodnature9009 Horns...horns...the best !!!
Let's say drums!
All the musicians are really really good but the drummer is exceptional!
At this point I'm wondering, How did you beautiful people with so much talent find each other to create what you have done, I'm truly in awe. You people are so good, I have no words
My doctor said I must watch this every day and it will cure anything.
Those guys are amazing!!!
Agreed! We miss you in F1 my friend.
XD Your doctor is right...
Curious! so did mine :D
Chuckles
I think I've watched this song 40 times in two weeks
holy shit, this is the best that I have ever seen
You guys are Killing It!!! Hats off to the whole production!
The thing that really moves is their love of music. So inspiring!
That n their smiles and energy!! They’re a smorgasbord of awesomeness 😍
Salute to the brass and woodwind guys in the band too. Let's face it.. without them even Chicago would have never been Chicago :o)
Wonderful!
The best Chicago cover band ever! Just amazing!
These guys are so freaking good. I'm loving Chicago all over again.
Leonid and Friends.... FOREVER! I can't even begin to get enough of the talent in this collection of the some of the world's best musicians! Salute!!! Igor!!
You guys get stronger every day. Love this one, one of my favorites!
I think your as good as the original, maybe better.
Igor is da man!
I love Chicago music very very much. Now I seen this guy from Russia these guys are awesome.
you folks ae not new to me, spent hours watching your video's...My wife had liver cancer and she passed away on Nov.25, 2018. The hardest pain and loss i have ever felt;
tonight is the FIRST time I have felt happiness .......thank you for posting your video's
I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Leonid & Friends “Live” twice. They put on an amazing performance and are spot-on on every song. I never got to see Chicago live but after seeing Leonid & Friends, I feel like I have. They are awesome!
They're killin it. I'm happy that we have an opportunity to listen to this band live.
Just saw them in Sacramento. Mind blown. I love to see their tours expanding and for them to get all of the recognition they deserve. Damn. Every one of them is an incredible musician.
Shit...I did not know they were here.....shit !!!!!!
When the COVID-19 thing is over I will travel a great distance to see them.
How did I not know they were in Sac-town? Bummed that I missed them.
I got 6 tickets (for me and friends) for 2021.
I hope they come back to Sacramento again - I will not miss them again.
The musical talent, the sound engineering, and the dedication to "get it right" leave me speechless. Quickly run out of adjectives of praise for these ladies and gentlemen. May your abilities take you all to new heights you never dreamed of!
I can't get over the phenomenal drummer! Amazing!
Chicago pushed the envelope as much as the Beatles & the Beach Boys when it came to innovative & experimental rock music. Great job!
This is the best cover band on the planet. No...wait...this is the best band on the planet.
Hello it s really good
I m french and i love chicago
The spirit is real and i think listen chicago
Goid job
The entire group is amazing. So much talent.
Everyone is perfect....but drummer just crushes it.
Yeah buddy, Totally Agree.
Ditto !!!
He’s perfect on every video they’ve posted
That guy is like a Swiss watch!
I noticed the same thing and was going to comment exactly the same! He is incredible! So dialed in, every note, such talent!
Love this group. They are beyond talented.
One thing I really like is that everyone in the band is listed at the end of the videos. There is no one person who gets all the credit. Nicely done.
This without a doubt the best cover band on the net ,awesome
The WORLD!
I'll bet I've listened/watched Chicago's video of this 30 times in the last week. You guys killed it. I'm beyond words.
The drummer!!! The guy rips on those sticks!🫡
My favorite Chicago song ever. And naturally, you all knocked it out of the park. Awesome.
As a longtime Chicago fan, I am amazed at how well you bring to life their signature sound. Well done!!
They are unbelievably good. GO BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!
Just a great cover that not only pays homage, but they give their own sweet harmony to.
This band is soooo tight!
Fantastic job
Man…this song is such a BANGER! Everyone needs this on their get psyched for the weekend mix!
That woman is the most beautiful creature I have ever seen. You are all very good, thank you!
She is definitely the diamond in the gold nugget pile
Couerl you are dead on Ksenia is not only easy on the eyes her voice is easy on the ears! Wonderful band!
And for such beauty she's got balls! She takes on karen carpenter's superstar and damn if it aint respectable. Check it out.
Wow. What musicians. What dedication.
I thank God every day the Russian Red Army did what it did during World War II. Because without those efforts, without that sacrifice, my father probably would not have survived in the POW Camp he was held at for three years in today's Poland. His treatment never would have improved. He would not have made it home to America. I would not have been born 20-years later. And I certainly would not be sitting here today enjoying this marvelous, wonderful tribute band to Chicago.
Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
Have heard a lot of cover bands.......but our Russian friends are the best ever.
Peter from 35 years ago! Wow that brass! The drummer! All the strings! You are all amazing!
They got it right with this song......actually all they've done..
My favorite Leonid singer. Don't lose this guy!!!
I just have to say that this is simply the best cover of a Chicago song I have ever heard. Absolutely mind blowing. It really made my day! I am so happy to see that today’s musicians can appreciate the incredible songwriting talent of Chicago and do it justice. This cover is every bit as good as the original. 🤩
You guys have a ton of love here in the states. Keep on doing what you're doing!
I am SMILING....This camera work showing the artists...amazing
When I first heard this song on the radio as a kid, I was so moved, I recorded it on my Radio Shack tape recorder and walked the neighborhood playing it full volume. I felt everyone needed to hear this.
As usual Igor kicking ass on the drum kit!
Give the drummer some!
When a cover seems to meet - or even exceed - the high quality of the original, you know it's something special. I really hope to see them play live, next time they're in my neck of the woods.
They’re awesome live✨✨✨✨
I'm going to see them at the variety playhouse in Atlanta. I can't wait
Getting chills watching this!! You all are amazing musicians with amazing taste in music!!
These guys hit it out of the park each and every time. Ksenia is so easy on the eyes, too. Be still, my beating heart!!!
It's "Ksenona," and have you seen this?
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Oops. I guess it says "Ksenia" here and "Ksenona" there. Not speaking Russian...no clue. Sorry. Anyway, enjoy the video. (c:
You're both right! From her about section on UA-cam:
Official Channel of Ksenia Buzina | Ksenona
Ksenia is her given name and Ksenona is her stage name. She's from Leonid's home town called Chita which is in Siberia east of Lake Baikal near the Mongolian border. They have both come to Moscow and established world class careers. When they make their North American tour next year they will likely make musical history from Russia with love.
Have they published any tour information yet?
To sing their song so tightly. I totally agree with you. Such an amazing voice.
This is good as it can get, and I have seen Chicago with Terry Kath. Fantastic Leonid and Friends! Please come to America and make Chicago fans happy.
Scott in Philly
DRUMS , HORNS , VOCALS , WOW . CANT GET ENOUGH . GREAT SOUND GUYS
THIS IS NOT A FREE SPEECH PLATFORM
Saw them I Ft. Wayne, In. Great concert. Lots of fun to see them in person. They have a super Sargent presence.
Stage presence
Played this everyday during the Covid lock down, waiting for you to play in South Orange County Ca again at the Coach House. ROCK ON!!!!!!!!!
Best example of this song ever, even surpasses the original. My American cowboy hat is off to you awesome folks
You've made this spiritual...excellent works
I always loved the bridge part. They nailed it
NAILED IT
I was a radio DJ back in the 1960's. Working my way through college. I stayed in radio over 50 years part time.
Chicago was one of my favorites. Damn! You guys are so talented. May God bless you.
I start to comment on one or two of these great people and realize the totality of talent and gifts is all of them!? The songs, their skills the performance... Just plain awesome anywhere and in any language.
Chicago should be thrilled that these guys are bringing this amazing music to the world, so good that my hip-hop loving son is blown away
Problem with that is, they are not bying Chicago's records, they're buying Leonid and Friends' records.
The cut these songs with Chicago's blessings.
I'm just not sure if I have ever seen anything better than this. The drums. The horn playing. Not only great. Quite honestly. It's incomparable.
Kudos to Chicago for writing some of the greatest music of the last 50 years. But even the mighty Chicago can't match Leonid and Friends in terms of emotion, energy, passion and joy when performing these classics live. Thank you Leonid and Friends, thank you!
How is it possible that this freaking awesome group hasn’t got 500k subs by now ....the music is timeless, played as original Chicago did and fresh...wow
You are making the world a better place, one song at a time :)
Igor on drums is one of any era's greatest drummers and Chicago (or ANY group) would be lucky to hire him. I'm surprised Foo Fighters didn't fight over him with Leonid & Friends.
Yes, I feel stronger everyday!!💥💥💥❤️❤️❤️❤️I need these songs to push us ahead. Thanks so much! ❤️
Unbelievably GREAT!!!! How does this ONLY have 27K likes???? Thank you Leonid & Friends!!!
Just discovered you, friend called, said man,you will NOT BELIEVE THIS!!!
59 year old bassist/Dad in Chicago.
Saw them,10th ,row, snuck up,lol,in 77.
One year later............
You all have now been bringing me to tears routinely.
The musicianship and just heavenly vocals just really move me.
This is very special music,you not only honor it,but play it just so wonderfully. I love to watch the fun you are having. Speck of Dust is the most beautiful piece of new music i have ever heard. Russian musicians have moved me so,practicing more,Leonid is a wonderful bassist.
Drums are spectacular, vocals make me cry.
God Bless you all in Moscow.
I can't tell you how much you have moved me.
Jim
Chicago
The vocals were very unique. The whole song is perfect, everybody was spot on.
I am a drummer for over 50 years and I am Blown Away at this Band... I know every note of Chicago and your Band is Awesome... I’m so sorry I haven’t been able to see you here in Atlanta Georgia.
May God continue to Bless All for you and this Amazing Talent
If they came to Atlanta, I eould arrange, change any schedule to see them.
This is the greatest cover of any song I’ve ever heard
When artists are/were called artists for a reason.
I love Sergy's rock face at 1:47. That says it all and how we all feel when we hear this song.
You ruskies do a great rendition of my favorite Chicago song. Well done 👏
see it still can be done!! bring the music back!!
i, for one, discovered HERE that on the original recording they say “let’s spend the night together” and “jumping jack flash it’s a gas gas gas” and now, i can’t unhear it in the original recording 🤣🔥🔥🔥 this cover is epic ! thank you
Chicago says 3 things, progressively louder. My entire life that I knew this song, I thought they always said "Jumpin' Jack Flash, it's a gas gas gas" progressively louder. I had no idea until today they were saying different things.
Yeah it's really buried in the original mix. Leonid and Friends actually sing them exactly how Chicago sang them, you just don't hear much in the original 1975 mix unless you listen very closely with headphones. Of course Leonid made sure that came out clear in this mix.
@@joe6096 Released in June of '73
I am Mesmerized!
I fell in love with music all over again! Just wow!❤❤❤❤❤❤
Man, that sounded freaking amazing 👏🏻 Bravo
Only one thing I would suggest to make this even more perfect. Give Ksenia five times as much screen time as she has now!
She is One Gorgeous Smoking Hot 🥵 Woman for sure and Super Intelligent. Helluva Combo. Rare.
Absolutely. Just saw then a couple of weeks ago. She needs more up front time
She was front and center when I saw them!