Leonid & Friends: The Russian "Chicago" - Podcast Interview With Mike and Larry of Manopause.com
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- čas přidán 15. 06. 2024
- Larry and Mike have a verbal jam session with Leonid Vorobyev, a true Manopause Man, who instead of retiring at age 60, organized his musician friends into an international music sensation. Alongside his son Roman, the band's manager, he tells the story of how he decided to follow his dream of playing his favorite music for fans everywhere. Leonid & Friends have been embraced by the original "Chicago," have toured in the US, and have exploded in popularity around the world! And they're branching out to cover other great bands of the 70s, like Earth, Wind, and Fire and Deep Purple. And the guys even got a scoop on who's next! This is a Must See!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
03:23 Leonid's Late Start in Music at Age 60
06:00 Transcribing Western Music in the USSR
08:16 Popularity of Leonid's Chicago Cover
17:02 Success of Leonid and Friends' First US Tour
21:42 Band's US Journey in Rented Minivans
27:23 Passion for Complex Music Arrangements
29:45 Crafting Electric Guitars in the Soviet Union
31:41 Leonid's Early Days in Music
33:33 Leonid's Natural Musical Talent
34:30 Leonid's First Guitar Experience
35:11 Reviving Nostalgia with Leonid & Friends
37:00 Finding Lead Singer Sergey Online
39:04 Drummer Igor's Profound Impact on Sound
40:35 Vasily's Appeal to American Audiences
48:19 Lead Singer Ksenia's Dual Career
50:08 Plans for Original Songs by Leonid & Friends
53:08 Band's Presence on Facebook and CZcams
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I'm a 66yr old L&F junkie. They have recaptured the sound of Chicago to point it has filled a void in so many lives that we have longed to hear again for decades. My wife does not understand the obsession and wonders where this teenager attitude comes from but those like me can't get enough of them.
👍neither can I 👏👏👏👏
Love them
My husband doesn't understand, which is a bit funny, because he is the person who turned me on to Chicago. He had a Chicago record collection, which I started listening to after we met, @ 1978. I am a L&F junkie too, love the music, and the joy they show while performing.
So true. 66 and loving them
Right there with you!
Finding Leonid and Friends was like finding a goldmine in my own backyard!!
Yes indeed 😍
Leonid is a musical genius...with a great sense of humor.
I always mention the love and humility that this band exudes. And in their humility, I do not think they know how many hundreds of thousands of people come every week to watch them play and listen to them online. During this stressful time, after prayer, I find them and listen to them and my soul feels calm and at peace. I hope they know how special they are to the American people. Sincerely, Carly 💜 Leonid and Friends have helped me go through my husband passing away unexpectedly and me finding out I have cancer. Music is a gift that is shared. A universal language of Hope and joy. Much love to Leonid and all of his friends.
My favorite band out there. Leonid is a genius arranger and musician.
We all love Leonid and his friends. Fabulous musician.
The best! Once COVID is resolved, we look forward to their next tour in the US. Thanks for watching, Beth!
Larry and Mike, this is just a fantastic, uplifting interview with Leonid and Roman.
Thanks Brent!
I've been following Leonid & Friends since March (?) of 2020, and I was totally impressed by their covers. Hell, they sound much better than the original groups. So, thank you Manopause for this great interview, you guys did a great job. By the way, I've heard that the beautiful Ksenia got married recently. So, yes, she left a lot of broken hearts out there. Cheers to everybody.
As a studio owner/engineer going back to the 2in 24tk days. I can relate to everything bn said. I've had the same idea years ago. Though matching their excellence would've been tough! These guys do it at an extraordinary level across the board! From the performance to transcription to the mix to the video. Amazing ears..
I spent time with Leonid and his band. Wonderful lovely people.
Nice people and GREAT musicians
Great interview! Amazingly humble people.
What a lovely Father, and Son duo. The discovey of Leonid's talent's has been most satisfying, and entertaining. I'm smiling as I listen to Leonids stories. Thank you for this interview.
Beautiful 👍
They are equally engaging on stage as they are here. We saw L&F in Pennsylvania in July of 2019. Go see them, it is well worth it! :)
Why does it work?
They LOVE playing it!
After the drummer, the guitarist grabbed my attention.
Leonid is HOT! And so talented. All of these guys are amazing musicians. And no sheet music??? WOW. I don't know what to rave about...the drummer, the brass section, the guitarist, the keyboardist, the singers....all great! I haven't stopped listening to their music since I found them. Chicago and EW&F are my era. This music brings back so many memories.
I’m so inspired! I feel so happy watching when watching this band ! They also have the happiest violin section ever!
My wife and I had dinner with another couple on Friday evening, Dec. 18. While catching up and talking about 'life' my friend Keith mentioned he had been scanning CZcams and discovered a Russian Band who covers Chicago. He sent me the link and later that evening, I watched (I've Been) Searching For So Long. Yup, I am now a HUGE Fan! When they tour again (post pandemic) I'm going to their concert!
I came across this podcast while surfing Leonid and Friends videos. Hearing how Leonid started this band and his love for music. The part of Leonids story that had me intrigued, was how he wrote the music for each instrument strictly by listening to the music. Like you, i was surfing for music, and the algorithms of You Tube brought me to Leonid and Friends. My first video i saw of theirs was "Beginnings" by Chicago. That lead me to watch "September" by EWF, which is one of my fave songs, which lead me to watch their entire YT Video catalog. I am now a huge fan. I really appreciate this Podcast. Side note: Sergei, the lead singer/guitar player who is in most of the YT videos, channeled Terry Kath.
Please do not forget your SAfrican Chicago fans.In Cape Town we have the yearly C.Town Jazz Festival .It will be a groove to have the band on our stages.
These Guys are AMAZING. No other band can sound like Chicago like LEONiD
Leonid & Roman, I'm So Happy To See You Both. Keep The New Songs Coming & Get Back Here ASAP. WE LOVE YOU !!! Ypa !
Thanks Larry and Mike . Leonid is an amazing man . I love his passion and his philosophy . I am 62 years old , and I feel the same way as Leonid with regard to music . Music is actually the only thing in my life that never broke my heart .
I flew to Milwaukee to catch their gig 2 weeks ago. They brought the house down.
We saw them in Portland Oregon in November 2019, and honestly it ranks in the top five concerts I have ever been to. They are amazing! Thanks for having them on.
I saw them in Gilbert, Arizona in November 2019. Love these guys!
I can hardly wait to see n hear them live in the USA 😍I will definitely be traveling to see them😁
i was there, too! Got to meet them afterwards.
I absolutely Love this band such great, beautiful human beings who just want to be free and follow there dreams (and Rock Out 🤪).
Leonid please come to Canada. I think you find that your Canadian fans will come out to see you. Your band is amazing and your music brings back great memories and times. Please keep us in mind, we would love to have you here and listen to your music!!
Ksnea rocks the stage with Speck of dust!!! Her presence is unmatched.
Beautiful!! I love them!
Leonid and Friends play all these old songs as Well if not better than the original groups. Maybe it's the videos and new ways of mixing but I love them better than when I was young.
Just maybe it is Leonids love of the music that is shinning through and is making us love them.
All I know is I absolutely love these guys
Yes I've seen Chicago live n they were fabulous and L &Friends are fantastic as well👏👏👏
I wish so much, that I had found this group when I was a little younger and healthier. As it is, I am physically unable to go to a concert, so I will have to enjoy the live performances on youtube. Truly a wonderful set of musicians, who have dedicated so much of their time, to get every single note exactly perfect. Thank you so much, guys, for bringing back the sound of the 70's.
Thanks for watching. They're great and touring America right now!
I love them!!!! They are better than phenominal!!!❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Leonid n friends bring USA Joy with their music😁
Super!!!
Art, talent, dreams and the human condition have no boundaries. L&F are just great for all.
We think you are amazing and a great Maestro of contemporary music and love these Chicago songs! Please come back to America
i love to hear them tell these stories. it allows for an even greater connection to the music, especially when you see and hear them live on the road.
no matter how many times any of their videos pop up in my feed, i rarely click away no matter how many times i may have watched that particular video already.
they were in the pocket from video one, and it has only gotten tighter.
☮❤🙏
#LeonidandFriends
Leonid is a very handsome man.
Best band I've heard in a very long time. They really do justice to the great songs they cover.
I've been a huge fan of "L & F" for like 3 years now and introduce their music to new people whenever I can.
What a great Xmas gift to stumble into this interview, so surprised I never had seen it before.
Leonid's personal story and the formation of this extraordinary collaboration are as inspiring and smile-generating as the group's incredible music. At a time when everything in society seems so very wrong, everything they do looks and sounds so very right.
You guys did a tremendous job of showcasing their work, uncovering the background, and extending love and respect.
God bless to all of you and Merry Christmas.
By the way, I've seen "L & F" Live in San Diego and Beverly Hills this month. 10 out of 10, twice!
Thanks Showtime! We were at the Belly Up in Solana Beach show. Check out our backstage interviews on our Facebook page Facebook.com/manopausemen
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Don't you remember me?
I danced with you...and everyone else.
What a night! If the Grammy's held any weight anymore "L&F" would open the show.
When C-19 becomes C-41, black smoke fills the California coastal skies from the huge Chinese labor factories and mobile Tortilla Stands, and all of our grandchildren and great-grandchildren are enthusiastically tattooing themselves during their work-breaks at the large industrial marijuana growing facilities where they live and work in Desert Hot Springs, the 'Belly Up Tavern' will remain.
Been going there for about 30 years now. Lots of great memories (wish I could say I remembered more!).
My best and again, as a professional broadcaster and voice-actor, GREAT WORK!
I have seen them live and have tickets to see them again some day. Oh my god best show I have ever been to.
Tarrytown, this September, so psyched to see this unbelievably talented ensemble!!!!!
Love the podcast guys! You sure captured what all of us Boomers want to hear. Exciting to hear the upcoming plans for Leonid and Friends! Steely Dan and Grand Funk Railroad, outrageous!
That Will be Awesome 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Psst ... their covers sound better than the originals.
What's Most Amazing Is That Y'all Sing In PERFECT American Accents. Peter Cetera, Give It Up For L&F's !
Agreed100😍I love them n their sheer joy of playing n singing!! They're priceless😍😁
This is how the best life stories start out, many times. "From humble beginnings..." ❤️.
It was by chance that I came across Leonid & Friends while browsing through CZcams recently. Their rendition of Chicago's songs is so authentic, it's unbelievable. And as these songs bring back fond memories I listen to them often. The band members are very talented; it's a joy to watch their videos.
Wow. Just found this interview. Thanks for doing this, Larry and Mike. I'm always glad to read or hear more about L&F. Been following them for quite a while and can't get enough of their music. I'll have to check out your stuff as well, now. Again, thanks.
Thanks Barry! We thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Leonid and Roman! Check out our website at www.manopause.com for articles, videos, and podcasts dedicated to men over 50!
@@manopause3814 I love this interview and these fabulously talented singers n musicians 😁found them surfing yt music several months ago n I'm addicted to them😍I listen to them every day 😁👏👏👏 seriously everyday.they make me so very Happy😍😍😍 so glad they came into my life 😁 lol! Blood sweat and tears song.would love to hear them sing that👍👍
New sub👍
How about L&F doing half-time at the Super Bowl???
That would be Priceless 😁👍👍👍👍
Would sure be better then the crap they have now.
Best idea I have heard for a long time.
That would not happen because it wouldn't go along with the dark narrative the NFL now holds so dear.
Acabo de descubrir a Leonid y su talento. El amor a la música 🎶 de CHICAGO, me los regaló... precioso, desde Guatemala Centroamérica 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Great interview! Thanks
Thanks @CHSCTV!
Yes thanks so much for posting this😁
Hmm, Grand Funk Railroad, wonder if they will sing We're An American Band? That would be cool!
Some kind of Wonderful👈👍👍
Love love love these guys!!!
Love Leonid & Friends! Hey guys, listen, I wanna thank you for doing the Mark Farner interview because it inspired me to do more interviews on my channel, and I scored an interview with Mark! I’m a huge fan, very excited about this personally as GFR was my fave band for a long time.
Leonid and Friends hopefuly will come to Mexico City, they are amazing!!
Great interview!
I love these guys!
I discovered Leonid and friends and have complete admiration for everything they’re doing. Wonderful to see this interview. I must say I Agree with everything Larry talks about. Not so much with Mike. I would say their love of Chicago correlates more to bands like steely Dan and earth wind and fire versus The Beach Boys and some others suggested. So happy they are getting the recognition they deserve. Oh yes, the drummer incredible!
Thanks for watching!
Love them.
Michael McDonald has been loving near Nashville for decades! You must meet him when you come back to Columbia, Tn next year. 2022!
I like Leonid and Friends
This was an awesome interview. Wow. !
Thank you! They’re a great band! Please share with your friends!
"LEONID AND FRIENDS" ITS VERY PROFESSIONAL OUTFITS.
I wish I would have known about Leonid & Friends when they were touring the USA. I hope they come back to do more!!
They have another tour in a couple of months
@@manopause3814 I just subscribed so I can keep informed. Thank you
@@drgolfjim thanks! Join their Facebook page too for all the latest info, and follow us as well facebook@manopausemen
Speck of dust. Is a Masterpiece!!!
Thank you, thank you , thank you !!
Outstanding!!!
Great interview love them guys
Interesting.
Please come to Paris! Amazing band. Lili
Igor is a beast- ❤ best drummer I've heard- can't wait to see them live in New Orleans 4/29/23
He rocks!! Got to meet him last year!
I’m seeing them I. Kansas City sept 40 n I’m ready to thoroughly enjoy them❤🔥🔥🔥🔥
Sept 30😂
@@manopause3814lucky you👏👏u should check out Lexington Lab Band❤ they are another excellent tribute band!! Those gals sing Nancy Wilson alone n Straight on for you n if u close eyes u believe it’s heart! Other cover songs excellent musicians n singers! Dc Leppard, foreigner, Boston, truly beautiful and unbelievable
Love to see them do any Tower of Power!!!
Yes or Average White Band
Me to back then. Here it is 2 years later and they did get around to ToP🎉 with their new lead vocal. Just knocked it out the park.
One more thing...
I'm into American politics but
Enough is enough.
My mind is at rest now, so thanks for this video .
Jacksonville Florida is a wellspring of music appreciation. They'd be a huge hit here. Hoping we're in their future ... ^v^
I actually ask the question on transportation of instruments . So this ...answers my question . Much Thanks for video
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They have to be pretty exhausted with all the road travel between gigs. Loving these people so much...dedication, professionalism, humbleness, plus I've read many posts saying they are kind and wonderful people from folks who did a meet and greet after concerts. They've done much to show how much alike we all are.
I love this so much!! Especially coming from an Eastern European background!!!
Thank you, Rhonda!
great band greatings from the netherlands
Thanks to all four of you for this great interview. I hope you have seen my doco “Leonid & Friends: Behind the Music” here on CZcams? Warm greetings from New Zealand 👍
I came across Leonid and Friends on CZcams and I really love their covers. I grew up listening and loving Chicago, their music is great and Leonid does it real justice. But what I really love is Ksenia. Just a thought, please keep her image on screen at all times.
I love watching All the musicians.the guy that plays the saxophone always cutting up n into the music.theyre all so happy n having a great time 😁👏👏👏
Music is indeed so powerful. Thank you for the learning from this interview proofing that music breakthrough every tough rules and even cold wars. Btw, I realize now that I am also one of those you say as into the manopause age. Should I start an Indonesian Band and travel the world again? Hahahahah. Cheers!
Thanks! Join us at Manopause.com!
Manopause….hahahah. I found your channel via Leonid and Friends.
Glad you’re here, Brett! Check out our website manopause.com too!
@@manopause3814 Just made it through the whole interview. You guys did such a nice job. Great questions, energy, timing, production, etc. I subscribed and will gladly share with my buddies.
It sounds like they might have had a song in the works, but great call with the Steely Dan recommendation anyway. I’d never even heard of Leonid until CZcams passed along MY Old School a few weeks ago. My jaw dropped, and I now can’t get enough of them. Better late than never.
Thanks for the interview.
I've seen them 2 times, FANTASTIC!
They’re great! We’ll be seeing them in December!
Steely Dan!!!!!! Great Great Great!!!!!!!!
How about an update on the band and their recording studio in Kiev?
Mark Farner is available..he should front for L&F
How do I get them to Monterey or Carmel, CA? We have gorgeous venues!I will personally host them!
The Beach boys and Grand funk would be great for your band❤️would also love to hear you all do some Reo Speedwagon and Little River band! That would be awesome 👍
Hi Linda. I think they’re working on some GFR! And watch our interview with Mark Farner! czcams.com/video/F6Dkijr5Wik/video.html
Yes.. They speak Russian but sing Chicago.
Better than the real thing
I HAVA A QUESTION COULD THEY DO A SONG?IN RUSSIAN LIKE NENA DID IN GERMAN AND ENGLISH
Check out Leonidandf.com. I believe they do
Next cover: Dr. Music's: Sun Goes By
No heart feelings but Leonid &Friends are sounds more beautiful than the original,sorry
No beach boys
Why?? The Beach boys have some fabulous songs n Harmony
Get them to do some Doobie brothers
I'm so glad you didn't go fishing.
Great interview...I've been following these guys for 3 years...Music made Russia and the U.S more friendly; at least with we young people...Leonid made me Re Appreciate how great Chicago was...I was a teen in the 70's so naturally Chicago spent many years in the music mix...But every group, in that era was great! Every song on FM radio was killer...Thanks for the upload...A little advice from a marketing guru and business man; Manopause is very cringy...It's insulting in a way that's hard to articulate; Pauseforman reads better...Just sayin...:)
I would go see them But not without Sergey Kashirin Lead Guitarist
They will be limping across America without their best man
Trust me, they are NOT limping!
I miss Kashirin's dynamic performance. New guitarist not on par with Sergei, but does a decent job and is improving. And now Serge has left. But....still the many many positive dynamics of Leonid's group remains intact.❤️