"Oleander, growin outside her door/ soon they're gonna be in bloom up in Annandale I can't stand her, for the way she left before/ leaving like a gypsy queen in a fairy tale" That's on a whole nother level
Loving your Dan reactions,you really get what they were about it,very cool to see. One nugget on the lyrics to this one...the lyrics are partly about a drug bust at Bard College in Annandale,NY.where Fagen and Becker were students, and the "Daddy Gee" mentioned in the third verse is the local prosecutor at the time,one G.Gordon Liddy,later infamous for his role in Watergate.
Steely Dan was known to get the best studio musicians for there recording sessions, it was considered an honor among musicians to be asked to play with them, try Deacon Blues
His defense "work" is based on his idea of re purposing an Aegis missile system. It's no big deal. To his credit, I imagine he himself would admit he toyed around with some ideas, sent a letter to a congressman and the Pentagon gave him a listen. The Pentagon listens to thousands of wacky ideas. Baxter is no Einstein. Does he have any patents?
Becker and Fagen - that’s all you need to say. Gary Katz. Denny Dias and Skunk Baxter. I’ve listened to this song a hundred times over the years and it still excites me and never gets old. RIP Walter Becker.
@@missbelled6700 That pisses me off. I don't know why artists would have a problem with people showing their videos and reacting to them. It's not like the people showing the videos are making money off them. If I was a musician, It wouldn't bother me if they featured my songs, I'd be thankful for the exposure. It almost makes me not to want to listen to those artists anymore.
The Dan did the music right, they were perfectionists, blazing guitar riffs, "Don't Take Me Alive", all of the Royal Scam is great, You might want to listen to "Wondrous Stories" by YES all of Going For The One. The album Relayer, Gates of Delirium the last line "The Pen won't stay the Demons Wings, the hour approaches pounding out the devils sermon" the end of To Be Over "After all your soul will still surrender, and after all, don't doubt your part, be ready to be loved" Jon Anderson who is a Christian wove Christian themes throughout YES music. Close To The Edge of course and Awaken. Blessings Brother
Love your reaction to these great songs! My thought: millions of people write songs, some good ones too! But Fagen and Becker are "composers"...with almost every creation a masterpiece. Even the legendary artists down through history had a hard time pulling that off...
I grew up knowing Steely Dan for there hits like Reelin' in the Years, Do it Again, Josie, Peg, etc...and I liked them but then Steely Dan's Greatest Hits CD came out and I was totally blown away! I had no idea they had so, so, many great songs that I was unaware of. I played it so often that I wore it out. Of course, then you get the privilege of going out and buying all their albums, playing them and realizing that you've just scratched the surface. You get that endorphin rush and you can't wait until you hear the songs again (and again, and again). Steely Dan is like heroin, once you're an addict, you'll always be an addict (but in a good way).
As a thirty five year full time musician, t's a pleasure to watch someone get something complex on the first go-round. And you get the Dan. Super sophisticated. Even their songs, or sections of songs that seem more simple are never simple when you break them down. These guys were crafting shiny pieces of brilliance with the best musicians in the business. Love watching with you bro. I also appreciate how you try not to stop the flow or talk over a piece. That with your chill vibe and your analysis to me make you a must watch reactor. - Peace
My favorite Dan song. Definitely related to the idea of leaving my old school behind when I was young. The baritone sax in this builds as the song goes on, and it never gets old for me.
Ive been fortunate enoufh to enjoy Steely Dan live a,couple of times. A fantastic experience each time. Such a tight, talented band. Love all they do but in person this tune is the one that really churns the crowd into party mood. See them if you can. Time is flying by with Walter already deserting us.
I remember when I first heard this song. It was July 8, 2017 at a coworker lake House. I ran into the house to find out what band played this awesome song! I remember finding this song on CZcams and blasting it in the car on the way home. The sound had me hook and I was addicted to the horns and guitar melodies. That was a great weekend.
I always remember as a young seventeen year old on a date with a girl, when music came up i would mention Steely Dan and if the girl was impressed, well so was i. Happy days back in the seventees as teenager.
Was in a band many years back, we decided to give this song a whirl, just couldn't do it. Steely were just special. 64 now and have my daily shot of the Dan
1972 he became a founding member of the band Steely Dan, along with guitarist Denny Dias, guitarist-bassist Walter Becker, keyboardist-vocalist Donald Fagen, drummer Jim Hodder and vocalist David Palmer.
Skunk Baxter Jeffrey Allen "Skunk" Baxter (born December 13, 1948) is an American guitarist, known for his stints in the rock bands Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers during the 1970s and Spirit in the 1980s. More recently, he has worked as a defense consultant and chaired a Congressional Advisory Board on missile defense.[1]
Take all your favorite music and play it over 40 years. Steely Dan will sound fresh when every other favorite needs a rest. Watching you enjoy it is great! It feels good to know this music will keep being enjoyed.
Hey, I know this was months ago, but just checked out your channel for the 1st time when I saw Steely Dan, My Old School. This was the song at my high school prom...way back in the day. Love Kid Charlemagne, Asia, Peg....so many great songs. Thanks for the memory jog and a great reaction! ☮
Thanks for appreciating Steely Dan..I ve loved them since early seventies.. You obviously have a great ear and you are spot on with your analysis of this incredible group of musicians (worlds best..Fagan chose players who were true pros.)Glad to have you as a Steely dan Lover !!
Genius songwriting/arranging/production, the likes of which we don't see ANYMORE in pop-music. Kudos to you for noticing (although we older lucky ones have been diggin THE DAN and Mr. Fagen for going on FIVE DECADES NOW) !
Man, I am impressed. You listen once and comment on ‘the musicianship, the sophistication in putting it together’. That is spot on but in hindsight, I think i took it for granted back then. I think it wasn’t till Asia that I had my ears opened to that level of sophistication that was always there! They defy categorization and I love that. They are... The Dan. Yeahhhh!
I'm so glad someone told the whole story. Each and every Steely Dan song is a story in its own right and sometimes like this one they are very detailed.
Thisisthe first time i have watched your reaction videos and it just happened to be my favorite Steely Dan song. Thanks. I enjoyed it. And I like your input.
I loved this reaction and commentary. It's like I traveled back in time to when I first heard this song and was blown away by it 30 years ago, only now I get to hear it again for the first time with enhanced insight.
You could also check out their first single 'Do It Again', from their 1972 their debut record 'Can't Buy a Thrill'. That whole record in fact is filled w/ gem after gem of Jazzy-Pop-Rock ditties. Like their 3rd album, 1974' s 'Pretzel Logic'.
Cool! Love the guitar riffs on this track. So glad you're enjoying your Steely Dan journey. Sophisticated and brilliant orchestration and musicianship. You're exactly right. 🎶
William & Mary (a public Ivy League University) an hour away in Williamsburg, VA.I know a lot of W&M grads including my son who graduated from there w/ a PhD.
STRUCTURE! is the word for Steely Dan, their songs are assembled with the finest musicians and the arrangements are, like you said, amazing in their sophistication. And you ain´t heard nuthin' yet! The arrangements on their live album "Alive in America" are simply outstanding - check out "Reelin' in the Years" especially. And as for comparing them to Frank Zappa... that's my two all-time favourites!
*I* never used to realise just how good the Dan are. They were just around, on the radio plenty. I can say ‘are’, rather than ‘were’, courtesy of the boon of audio recording. One of my favourite pieces is Richard the Lionheart’s “The Prisoner’s Lament”. We only ever gonna hear covers of *that* lol
Damn you Dave Oplinger! I was going to suggest the exact same thing. It's from a great series simply called Classic Albums. They covered Rumours, Songs in the Key of Life, etc... Every episode was terrific and I think most of them can be found here on CZcams.
Donald Fagen and (the late) Walter Becker such great writers. VERY intelligent guys. Their songs always seem to be filled with inside jokes and stories. They give you glimpses and images but it leaves you feeling like you'll never know the whole story. They're just too hip.
I like your reviews; you're a very careful listener, and are able to clear your head of expectations previous to hearing the song. Good stuff, amigo. Keep 'em comin..
Well, it took a few times, but u got my sub! You’ve got a great quality of talking about the music the way we all would if we were just sitting around playing each other our fave tunes, having our fave beverages and chillin’ to the music.
@@stevecontini5386 Ha! That's funny because Girard is my middle name I used when I was on radio/TV... now I just do voiceover, corporate production & podcasts. Best to you, too.
One of my old pals used to say, “Steely Dan, bringing a bit of decadence and sophistication into your life.” Or, maybe he was quoting someone else. This song is about a drug bust in his old New England college, and his girlfriend had some role in that. Evidently she got thrown in jail, just as Donald Fagan did. I know someone will correct me if I am wrong, but that is my understanding. Thanks for playing without commenting during the song. I loved your reaction!
Steely Dan = Instrumental Arrangement perfection! I agree with you totally... Don Fagen's is a genius and the way he word-smiths and phrases thoughts together, it reminds me of Bob Dylan... Well done JFam! Would love to hear a react to 'Deacon Blue' or Josie off of the Aja album... Thanks, Brother! 👍👍👍
Sophistication is the right word. Musicianship is precise!! They don't have a bad tune!! Well Zappa was also rock jazz fusion like them. You got it!! Although very different.
Great guitar by Jeff "Skunk" Baxter. Steely Dan is just so damn different. I like them a lot. Grew up with them in the Mid 70s in my 20s. Fun times, and great memories. They don't make music like that anymore.
You never disappoint either, bro. Donald and Walter were the only consistent members, they used only the top session guys in the studio, and they wanted something beyond perfection, and i think its safe to say they achieved it every time out. Thank You for allowing us to see them thru fresh eyes and ears. All of your analysis is right on point. They were like Zappa in the sense that nothing but the very best was even to be considered. Be Well, -trout
Guitar playing one word outstanding also the lead guitarist for Eddie money earlier albums I think his name is Jimmy Lyons another excellent guitar player might check into him
Also how about trying all the stuff from Donald Fagen's "The New Frontier" album. Another great one. Always smart, always well played, sometimes cynical, but always a good feel.
"Oleander, growin outside her door/ soon they're gonna be in bloom up in Annandale
I can't stand her, for the way she left before/ leaving like a gypsy queen in a fairy tale"
That's on a whole nother level
Loving your Dan reactions,you really get what they were about it,very cool to see.
One nugget on the lyrics to this one...the lyrics are partly about a drug bust at Bard College in Annandale,NY.where Fagen and Becker were students, and the "Daddy Gee" mentioned in the third verse is the local prosecutor at the time,one G.Gordon Liddy,later infamous for his role in Watergate.
@@wreckingKREW1 Well, hell~ wrote my comment before I read yours~ ( I get excited when young ppl get turned on 2 The Dan! I'm a Babylon sister! lol)
@@allisonyoung4007
Shake it! :-)
@@wreckingKREW1 Every day! lol
JAMFamily you are Jammin...............great music. I enjoy young ppl really jammin to our time which was some of the best music. 70’s.
You can't go wrong listening to Steely Dan.
No you can not😃
The lead guitarist here is Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, who also ended up playing for the Doobie Brothers.
Now he works for the man!
Check out "Boston Rag"...Skunk really nails that one!
Skunks solos here are ridiculously syncopated
Always wished the outtro would have lasted 4 days....
@@davebeins9134 You and me both bro. ✅
The best pinched string guitar solo ever laid down and recorded onto vinyl - EVER 👍
I love weird stuff like that! Sheet music, kiss my ass.
I love this solo, and Baxter's pinched notes are bone chilling, but Billy Gibbons's pinched notes on "La Grange" is the nastiest stuff on record.
Steely Dan was known to get the best studio musicians for there recording sessions, it was considered an honor among musicians to be asked to play with them, try Deacon Blues
Steely Dan had the privilege of having had some incredible guitar players over the years!
Jeff Skunk Baxter, great guitarist, defense consultant and former chair of the Congressional Advisory Board on missile defense
His defense "work" is based on his idea of re purposing an Aegis missile system. It's no big deal. To his credit, I imagine he himself would admit he toyed around with some ideas, sent a letter to a congressman and the Pentagon gave him a listen.
The Pentagon listens to thousands of wacky ideas. Baxter is no Einstein. Does he have any patents?
Becker and Fagen - that’s all you need to say. Gary Katz. Denny Dias and Skunk Baxter. I’ve listened to this song a hundred times over the years and it still excites me and never gets old. RIP Walter Becker.
Not a lot of people reacting to SD. Kudos for jumping into the coolest band ever made.
Watching how you take in these masterpieces is much appreciated....and not pausing every couple seconds 😜
You have reacted to more Steely Dan than anyone. You are officially my favorite reaction channel hands down.
I played bass in a band (complete with horns) back in the late 70’s. I remember we NAILED this song!
That's awesome!!!
Really liking your channel. Thanks for not pausing every 5 seconds.
I hate it when they do that. Like they can't listen to the music and talk about it at the same time?
Amen to that!
Thanks for not cutting the end off as well.
@@gemini2012100 usually is to avoid having the video copyright claimed and taken down
@@missbelled6700 That pisses me off. I don't know why artists would have a problem with people showing their videos and reacting to them. It's not like the people showing the videos are making money off them. If I was a musician, It wouldn't bother me if they featured my songs, I'd be thankful for the exposure. It almost makes me not to want to listen to those artists anymore.
The Dan did the music right, they were perfectionists, blazing guitar riffs, "Don't Take Me Alive", all of the Royal Scam is great,
You might want to listen to "Wondrous Stories" by YES all of Going For The One. The album Relayer, Gates of Delirium the last line
"The Pen won't stay the Demons Wings, the hour approaches pounding out the devils sermon" the end of To Be Over
"After all your soul will still surrender, and after all, don't doubt your part, be ready to be loved" Jon Anderson who is a Christian wove
Christian themes throughout YES music. Close To The Edge of course and Awaken. Blessings Brother
Love your reaction to these great songs! My thought: millions of people write songs, some good ones too! But Fagen and Becker are "composers"...with almost every creation a masterpiece. Even the legendary artists down through history had a hard time pulling that off...
I grew up knowing Steely Dan for there hits like Reelin' in the Years, Do it Again, Josie, Peg, etc...and I liked them but then Steely Dan's Greatest Hits CD came out and I was totally blown away! I had no idea they had so, so, many great songs that I was unaware of. I played it so often that I wore it out. Of course, then you get the privilege of going out and buying all their albums, playing them and realizing that you've just scratched the surface. You get that endorphin rush and you can't wait until you hear the songs again (and again, and again). Steely Dan is like heroin, once you're an addict, you'll always be an addict (but in a good way).
As a thirty five year full time musician, t's a pleasure to watch someone get something complex on the first go-round. And you get the Dan. Super sophisticated. Even their songs, or sections of songs that seem more simple are never simple when you break them down. These guys were crafting shiny pieces of brilliance with the best musicians in the business. Love watching with you bro. I also appreciate how you try not to stop the flow or talk over a piece. That with your chill vibe and your analysis to me make you a must watch reactor.
- Peace
My favorite Dan song. Definitely related to the idea of leaving my old school behind when I was young. The baritone sax in this builds as the song goes on, and it never gets old for me.
There’s a lot to unpack when you listen to a Steely Dan song, beautifully complex!!!
Some of my favorite Steely Dan guitar riffs in this fantastic song.
This song and "Show Biz Kids" is what got me into Steely Dan!
Rita! Show biz kids.....is the nut’s! One of my favorite songs of the Dan, listened to it during my senior year of 1973!
Ive been fortunate enoufh to enjoy Steely Dan live a,couple of times. A fantastic experience each time. Such a tight, talented band. Love all they do but in person this tune is the one that really churns the crowd into party mood. See them if you can. Time is flying by with Walter already deserting us.
One of the great outros that human ears have ever heard.
right on! Steely is like no other
I remember when I first heard this song. It was July 8, 2017 at a coworker lake House. I ran into the house to find out what band played this awesome song! I remember finding this song on CZcams and blasting it in the car on the way home. The sound had me hook and I was addicted to the horns and guitar melodies. That was a great weekend.
I always remember as a young seventeen year old on a date with a girl, when music came up i would mention Steely Dan and if the girl was impressed, well so was i. Happy days back in the seventees as teenager.
Was in a band many years back, we decided to give this song a whirl, just couldn't do it. Steely were just special. 64 now and have my daily shot of the Dan
Steely Dan consistently brings a level of sophistication and complexity and great music that has yet to be surpassed.
1972 he became a founding member of the band Steely Dan, along with guitarist Denny Dias, guitarist-bassist Walter Becker, keyboardist-vocalist Donald Fagen, drummer Jim Hodder and vocalist David Palmer.
Skunk Baxter Jeffrey Allen "Skunk" Baxter (born December 13, 1948) is an American guitarist, known for his stints in the rock bands Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers during the 1970s and Spirit in the 1980s. More recently, he has worked as a defense consultant and chaired a Congressional Advisory Board on missile defense.[1]
PEG, FM, DEACON BLUES, ANY MAJOR DUDE
So0o0o0o many great GREAT songs.
Also JOSIE.
Any Major Dude! LOVE that tune! ☝️🥴👍
Every Dan track is a winner. Name one bad track by them. Impossible I tell you. Totaly impossible!
Excellent reaction; I share your sense of awe and pleasant surprises every time I listen.
Happy birthday Steve..God bless and peace brother. Any birthday with Steely Dan as the house band is a dandy one.
Take all your favorite music and play it over 40 years. Steely Dan will sound fresh when every other favorite needs a rest. Watching you enjoy it is great! It feels good to know this music will keep being enjoyed.
Hey, I know this was months ago, but just checked out your channel for the 1st time when I saw Steely Dan, My Old School. This was the song at my high school prom...way back in the day. Love Kid Charlemagne, Asia, Peg....so many great songs. Thanks for the memory jog and a great reaction! ☮
Jeff Baxter actually built the guitar that he used on this cut and finished it in the parking lot at Valley Sound Studio just before the session!
"A more sentimental Frank Zappa" - I actually like that. Two of my favorite bands/musicians.
Chain lighting, another great song from an excellent album "Katy lied". You Will LOVE it!!!
Great band. Great song. Great lyrics!
They were a powerhouse, this ones my favorite. Thanks for playin it!
My old school.Was Bard College,in Annondale N.Y.Walter Becker and Donald Fagan met there.Chevy Chase played drums with them at Bard.🎶
A local band covered this song and they were sooooo good!
Love your no-intro approach! We all just jump in together!
Michael Omartian is one of the greatest composers. His arrangements earned them Grammys.
His piano on Katy Lied was gorgeous.
You found the DAN! ..Excellent ..treasure trove of quality tunes THEY (NEVER) Disappoint
Every Dan song is a masterpiece!
that guitar and those horns tho. damn.
Thanks for appreciating Steely Dan..I ve loved them since early seventies.. You obviously have a great ear and you are spot on with your analysis of this incredible group of musicians (worlds best..Fagan chose players who were true pros.)Glad to have you as a Steely dan Lover !!
Incredible blessings to you Steve!
Genius songwriting/arranging/production, the likes of which we don't see ANYMORE in pop-music. Kudos to you for noticing (although we older lucky ones have been diggin THE DAN and Mr. Fagen for going on FIVE DECADES NOW) !
Man, I am impressed. You listen once and comment on ‘the musicianship, the sophistication in putting it together’. That is spot on but in hindsight, I think i took it for granted back then. I think it wasn’t till Asia that I had my ears opened to that level of sophistication that was always there! They defy categorization and I love that. They are... The Dan. Yeahhhh!
I'm so glad someone told the whole story. Each and every Steely Dan song is a story in its own right and sometimes like this one they are very detailed.
Thisisthe first time i have watched your reaction videos and it just happened to be my favorite Steely Dan song. Thanks. I enjoyed it. And I like your input.
You totally nailed Steely Dan.
Especially for 1976...the production quality is amazing!
I loved this reaction and commentary. It's like I traveled back in time to when I first heard this song and was blown away by it 30 years ago, only now I get to hear it again for the first time with enhanced insight.
You could also check out their first single 'Do It Again', from their 1972 their debut record 'Can't Buy a Thrill'. That whole record in fact is filled w/ gem after gem of Jazzy-Pop-Rock ditties. Like their 3rd album, 1974' s 'Pretzel Logic'.
Cool! Love the guitar riffs on this track. So glad you're enjoying your Steely Dan journey. Sophisticated and brilliant orchestration and musicianship. You're exactly right. 🎶
If you can't get down with Steely Dan and them horns, you gotta check your pulse!
"FM" by Steely Dan....please please please
Very clear you enjoy you some Steely Dan! Good on ya! Great Band
such incredible music. thanks for another steely dan song. hope you get to Doctor Wu one day.
William & Mary (a public Ivy League University) an hour away in Williamsburg, VA.I know a lot of W&M grads including my son who graduated from there w/ a PhD.
I went to cheech and chong university. never did graduate. I think.
STRUCTURE! is the word for Steely Dan, their songs are assembled with the finest musicians and the arrangements are, like you said, amazing in their sophistication. And you ain´t heard nuthin' yet! The arrangements on their live album "Alive in America" are simply outstanding - check out "Reelin' in the Years" especially. And as for comparing them to Frank Zappa... that's my two all-time favourites!
Steely Dan----"King of the World"---- Great Tune.---- Cheers!
When I was young I thought the theme song from Welcome Back Kotter was Steely Dan. True Story
The horns are so darn tight in this song. Flawless !
Favorite Dan song. Thank you.
One of my favs of theirs :) but so many to choose but this one is just fun and makes me dance !!
*I* never used to realise just how good the Dan are. They were just around, on the radio plenty. I can say ‘are’, rather than ‘were’, courtesy of the boon of audio recording. One of my favourite pieces is Richard the Lionheart’s “The Prisoner’s Lament”. We only ever gonna hear covers of *that* lol
Please do a reaction to "Deacon Blues". Just the best from Steely Dan.
I find your instincts about these songs are dead on. And that’s from somebody who has been listening for quite a while. Trust your own takes.
Check out "The Making of Aja" and you'll see why the musicianship is unmatched by other groups, very interesting.
Damn you Dave Oplinger! I was going to suggest the exact same thing. It's from a great series simply called Classic Albums. They covered Rumours, Songs in the Key of Life, etc... Every episode was terrific and I think most of them can be found here on CZcams.
"YOU DONE DID IT
YOU DONE HIRED THE HIT MAKER"
Happy Birthday Steve!!!
Love Steely Dan! Great reaction!
I'm just catching up with your videos, but I'm really enjoying your reactions and your analysis of the music. Best wishes. 👍✌🎶
Donald Fagen and (the late) Walter Becker such great writers. VERY intelligent guys. Their songs always seem to be filled with inside jokes and stories. They give you glimpses and images but it leaves you feeling like you'll never know the whole story. They're just too hip.
Happy Birthday, Steve!! I'm 65! Welcome to the club!
Favorite band of all time[album wise] ...second to pfunk live performance! Keep doing reviews of their songs!
I like your reviews; you're a very careful listener, and are able to clear your head of expectations previous to hearing the song. Good stuff, amigo. Keep 'em comin..
Well, it took a few times, but u got my sub! You’ve got a great quality of talking about the music the way we all would if we were just sitting around playing each other our fave tunes, having our fave beverages and chillin’ to the music.
@@stevecontini5386 Ha! That's funny because Girard is my middle name I used when I was on radio/TV... now I just do voiceover, corporate production & podcasts. Best to you, too.
Thanks, buddy! "Kid Charlemagne."
King of the World
One of my old pals used to say, “Steely Dan, bringing a bit of decadence and sophistication into your life.” Or, maybe he was quoting someone else. This song is about a drug bust in his old New England college, and his girlfriend had some role in that. Evidently she got thrown in jail, just as Donald Fagan did. I know someone will correct me if I am wrong, but that is my understanding. Thanks for playing without commenting during the song. I loved your reaction!
Love thus song
Steely Dan = Instrumental Arrangement perfection! I agree with you totally... Don Fagen's is a genius and the way he word-smiths and phrases thoughts together, it reminds me of Bob Dylan... Well done JFam! Would love to hear a react to 'Deacon Blue' or Josie off of the Aja album... Thanks, Brother! 👍👍👍
Great song, great reaction. Thanks for bringing this oldie but goodie back to us. It is a classic!
PS: Happy birthday to Steve also.
"Bad Sneakers"
You are right it is very top,shelf for sure
Sophistication is the right word. Musicianship is precise!! They don't have a bad tune!! Well Zappa was also rock jazz fusion like them. You got it!! Although very different.
Pure joy
Great guitar by Jeff "Skunk" Baxter. Steely Dan is just so damn different. I like them a lot. Grew up with them in the Mid 70s in my 20s. Fun times, and great memories. They don't make music like that anymore.
You cant go wrong with steely dan. Put up their catalog and throw a dart, and you'll hit a winner.
Check out Charlie Freak. Does not disappoint.
You never disappoint either, bro. Donald and Walter were the only consistent members, they used only the top session guys in the studio, and they wanted something beyond perfection, and i think its safe to say they achieved it every time out. Thank You for allowing us to see them thru fresh eyes and ears. All of your analysis is right on point. They were like Zappa in the sense that nothing but the very best was even to be considered.
Be Well,
-trout
Guitar playing one word outstanding also the lead guitarist for Eddie money earlier albums I think his name is Jimmy Lyons another excellent guitar player might check into him
Black Friday, Show Biz Kids, Green Earrings.... and the entire Aja album.
The entire Steely Dan catalogue!
Also how about trying all the stuff from Donald Fagen's "The New Frontier" album. Another great one. Always smart, always well played, sometimes cynical, but always a good feel.
Great song, great take, great channel! Glad to see people that can appreciate good music of all genres.
They love the slow fade out on the Guitar bars!
*dancing* geniuses.
Haitian Divorce, Royal Scam, Bodisatvah, Pretzel Logic, Jack of Speed.
Cut to the chase. Listen to ALL of them!
This is my favorite because of the groove~About their days at college, Bard? maybe~