The only thing wrong with this song is that it is not long enough. The great harmonies, the awesome walking bass line, great hammond organ and of the just terrific jazz guitar riffs by Larry Carlton. The last song on the legendary Nightfly album. I never heard them do it live, except Donald just put out a live nightfly album with this song on it.
I remember the day I bought this album in 82. I was already a Dan Fan and was so curious to hear Donald solo. To say I wasn't disappointed is an understatement. It remains a favourite album to this day, and this is my fave song on it. Great reaction, love the channel!
This whole album is so enjoyable from start to finish. The instruments and the beautiful harmonies blend into shades of Steely Dan. A lot of the songs were written about Donald's life in the 50's and 60's. Nominated for 7 Grammys, The Wall Street Journal in 2008 called this album one of pop music's sneakiest masterpieces. Just sensational. Great reaction. Thanks Harri and The Outrageous One for a great tune. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Pure genius. The entire album is a masterpiece. Thanks, outrageous one for requesting this. BTW, Mel Torme did a swinging cover of this in the late '80s.
This is a great solo album by Fagen. There is a more recent release, "The Nightfly Live", very cool, and I bought the MP3 album the moment I first discovered it! I always enjoy your reactions!
I remember getting this CD from my girlfriend back in 1982. I had a fairlyy high end sound system at the time. As I recall it was one of the first "all digital" recordings and it took eight months to record. The results are a masterpiece.
You owe it to yourself to bathe in the brilliance of Donald Fagen where he commands the "New York Rock And Soul Revue: Live at The Beacon". This is like a super Steely Dan Live with A-list stars such as Michael McDonald, Phoebe Snow, Boz Scaggs, Charles Brown, Eddie and David Brigati. For an added treat his climate change song "The Weather In My Head" off his "Sunken Condos" album. Don't forget the other half of Steely Dan, Walter Becker and his album "Circus Money".
DF can really play all those vintage keys so well! Hammond organs, Rhodes pianos, piano, Moogs etc. His solo albums are outstanding, and deep wells of satisfying, groovy music. The Nightfly (1982), Kamakiriad (1993), Morph The Cat (2006), and Sunken Condos (2012). "New Frontier" "I.G.Y." "I'm Not the Same Without You" "The H Gang" "Tomorrow's Girls" a cover of Dion's "Ruby Baby" "What I Do" "The New Breed"(with Michael McDonald) "Countermoon" "Good Stuff" "Green Flower Street" "Century's End" "True Companion" "Florida Room" "Big Noise New York" "Security Joan" "Mary Shut the Garden Door" (way more)
This whole album is great. I'm not saying Walter Becker wasn't a genius too, because he was. There is just something about Donald's solo albums that I really enjoy 🔥👍🏼
Musically, _The Nightfly_ could have been outtakes from _Aja_ or _Gaucho_ . Lyrically, however, _The Nightfly_ is the polar opposite of those other two--there is a nearly complete lack of cynicism on it, and is full of hope and wonder.
Donald Fagen says this was dedicated to all the music he grew up listening to in the 1950s. I was only born in 1958 so I had only heard a small amount of what he spoke of as I grew up in the 1960s and 70s. But this was the first 100% digital album ever recorded and released for public consumption. Digitally recorded, mixed and mastered. It sounded superb back in 1982 and it sounds superb now in 2022, as well! And the music is timeless! 😉🙃😎💘🎸
My favourite track on the Album, loved it since I first heard my older brother play it in the early 80s. Sneakily I used to play it while he was at work and I had just got home from school!
The entire album is a pleasure. If you ever get the chance listen to "The Goodbye Look" off the album. Such a cheery song with a contrasting dark story.
This album made me so happy when I heard it. Walter and Donald had gone their separate ways but that sound was still alive. (They did reunite, poor Walter struggled mightly with drug addiction. It took a great toll on him and his health.)
If you're a musician, especially a pianist, you understand what genius "Maxine" is. Chord voicings go beyond anything outside of the most complex jazz...and yet it swings with beautiful harmonies. "Maxine" was installed in the Songwriters' Hall of Fame as one of the greatest compositions of the 20th century.
While the ‘40s style vocal harmony says “Ohhhhhh Miami!”, I have and will always hear it as “Ohhhhhh whammy!” It’s such a catchy song, and to this day I’m honestly not sure if I like it or don’t. Great reaction nonetheless. Be well!
I bought this album when it first came out (the Night Fly). Amazing, but you have to admit that while it was a solo effort by Donald Fagen, it was Steely Dan. Walter Becker was an important contribution to the genius duo of Steely Dan, but Donald Fagen was the heart and soul of Steely Dan (RIP Walter!!). Listen to the whole album (excellent in all aspects) and you will hear what I mean.
One of the best albums of all time I have the DVDA version of the Nightfly with advanced stereo and surround sound Harry check out KULEE BABA an outtake from the Gaucho album their is a perfect demo on RUclips a hidden gem !
Ònce of the greatest jazzy albums I`ve ever heard - Donald Fagan is just a great musician but I miss Steely Dan.I`am sorry if i hurt some Donald Fagan fans it's not my intention but i like Steely Dan so much... I hope you all get a great indian summer and a wonderful time - best wishes from hamburg (germany)
The g in Fagan is the hard g, as in "got". (little factoid you probably already know: the hard g sound is English, and the soft g sound is French.)This song and "The Goodbye Look" are my favorites on this album. Maxine and Ruby are good, but it's this on and The Goodbye look that I love the most. This is straight jazz.
This track and the Nightfly album in general are fantastic, but are somehow lifted when listening to the Nightfly "DVD Audio" release, in 5.1 Dolby Digital surround- on a decent system. Check out WJAZ ("...an independent station") from this album.
Yeah, I can understand your association of the song with "doo-wop." Back then, however, I heard it referred to as "Be-Bop." (Yet, Be-Bop covered more than just a walking bass line and cool piano fill-ins.)
Видеоклипы
The only thing wrong with this song is that it is not long enough. The great harmonies, the awesome walking bass line, great hammond organ and of the just terrific jazz guitar riffs by Larry Carlton. The last song on the legendary Nightfly album.
I never heard them do it live, except Donald just put out a live nightfly album with this song on it.
Agreed, definitely not long enough!
It just SWINGS! I can still dance to this stuff at 70...
"Ruby Baby". A remake of a nice little 50's diddy. Just plain smoooooooth!
The best version of Rudy Baby ever recorded in my opinion.
What a singer with such recognizable voice.
I remember the day I bought this album in 82. I was already a Dan Fan and was so curious to hear Donald solo. To say I wasn't disappointed is an understatement. It remains a favourite album to this day, and this is my fave song on it. Great reaction, love the channel!
Me too! Donald, or the Dan what more can you ask for, pure elation!😊😊
In my top 10 of albums, not a bad tune on it
I agree, definitely my in top 10 albums!
This whole album is so enjoyable from start to finish. The instruments and the beautiful harmonies blend into shades of Steely Dan. A lot of the songs were written about Donald's life in the 50's and 60's.
Nominated for 7 Grammys, The Wall Street Journal in 2008 called this album one of pop music's sneakiest masterpieces. Just sensational. Great reaction. Thanks Harri and The Outrageous One for a great tune. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
My first CD ever purchased! Need I say more? The Nightfly should be in everyone's discography collection.
Pure genius. The entire album is a masterpiece. Thanks, outrageous one for requesting this. BTW, Mel Torme did a swinging cover of this in the late '80s.
Could not…..agree…….more….. masterpiece is an understatement this and Aja two of the greatest recordings of all time
I bought the Mel Torme CD just for that and his fantastic version of The Goodbye Look.
Fantastic album, start to finish, one of the best. What a great sequel to his Steely Dan days.
Literally a genius and perfect record from start to finish, and of course, made by the genius that Fagen is.
The Nightfly is truly a perfect album in every possible way!
Great song.
Great album.
Great channel.
This is a great solo album by Fagen. There is a more recent release, "The Nightfly Live", very cool, and I bought the MP3 album the moment I first discovered it! I always enjoy your reactions!
smooth album. great writer/musician
I remember getting this CD from my girlfriend back in 1982. I had a fairlyy high end sound system at the time. As I recall it was one of the first "all digital" recordings and it took eight months to record. The results are a masterpiece.
This is yet another great song from a really fantastic album. For me, this is one of those "desert island" albums.
Love this song, love the album. Thanks, Harri!
You owe it to yourself to bathe in the brilliance of Donald Fagen where he commands the "New York Rock And Soul Revue: Live at The Beacon". This is like a super Steely Dan Live with A-list stars such as Michael McDonald, Phoebe Snow, Boz Scaggs, Charles Brown, Eddie and David Brigati.
For an added treat his climate change song "The Weather In My Head" off his "Sunken Condos" album.
Don't forget the other half of Steely Dan, Walter Becker and his album "Circus Money".
DF can really play all those vintage keys so well! Hammond organs, Rhodes pianos, piano, Moogs etc. His solo albums are outstanding, and deep wells of satisfying, groovy music. The Nightfly (1982), Kamakiriad (1993), Morph The Cat (2006), and Sunken Condos (2012). "New Frontier" "I.G.Y." "I'm Not the Same Without You" "The H Gang" "Tomorrow's Girls" a cover of Dion's "Ruby Baby" "What I Do" "The New Breed"(with Michael McDonald) "Countermoon" "Good Stuff" "Green Flower Street" "Century's End" "True Companion" "Florida Room" "Big Noise New York" "Security Joan" "Mary Shut the Garden Door" (way more)
One of my favorite cuts on the Night Fly album, particularly the CD version which was digital from end to end.
Masterpiece.
This whole album is great. I'm not saying Walter Becker wasn't a genius too, because he was. There is just something about Donald's solo albums that I really enjoy 🔥👍🏼
Musically, _The Nightfly_ could have been outtakes from _Aja_ or _Gaucho_ . Lyrically, however, _The Nightfly_ is the polar opposite of those other two--there is a nearly complete lack of cynicism on it, and is full of hope and wonder.
How I love this Steely Dan renaissance. Wonderful to see how later generations recognize still great and timeless music.
You will clap for every cut from this album.
This is a bouncy lil tune...excellence of execution!...as usual...greetings Harri ma man!
Donald Fagen says this was dedicated to all the music he grew up listening to in the 1950s. I was only born in 1958 so I had only heard a small amount of what he spoke of as I grew up in the 1960s and 70s. But this was the first 100% digital album ever recorded and released for public consumption. Digitally recorded, mixed and mastered. It sounded superb back in 1982 and it sounds superb now in 2022, as well! And the music is timeless! 😉🙃😎💘🎸
I've always loved Donald Fagen's voice, thanks for requesting this one. Love to hear new songs by my old favorites !😉💫✌🎶🎧🎤🎸
What magnificent organ solo on a wonderful tune. What a groove!
My favourite track on the Album, loved it since I first heard my older brother play it in the early 80s. Sneakily I used to play it while he was at work and I had just got home from school!
Always a pleasure to spend some time with you, Harri. Your sincere love of music is palpable.
Listen to this album from beginning to end and enjoy the journey. I promise you, the ride will be worth it.
The entire album is a pleasure. If you ever get the chance listen to "The Goodbye Look" off the album. Such a cheery song with a contrasting dark story.
I cant believe someone finally reacted to this….and Im glad it was you 😃
Nice One !!!!!! Donald is the Best
This album made me so happy when I heard it. Walter and Donald had gone their separate ways but that sound was still alive. (They did reunite, poor Walter struggled mightly with drug addiction. It took a great toll on him and his health.)
Listen to Maxine, same album.
If you're a musician, especially a pianist, you understand what genius "Maxine" is. Chord voicings go beyond anything outside of the most complex jazz...and yet it swings with beautiful harmonies. "Maxine" was installed in the Songwriters' Hall of Fame as one of the greatest compositions of the 20th century.
Great comments as usual Harri .." playing games with my soul " wonderfull stuff . A supberb track not heard that often ..❤
The tempo is perfect, as is the song.
Great reaction. Keep on going👍💕
While the ‘40s style vocal harmony says “Ohhhhhh Miami!”, I have and will always hear it as “Ohhhhhh whammy!” It’s such a catchy song, and to this day I’m honestly not sure if I like it or don’t. Great reaction nonetheless. Be well!
I always took it to be "Hammond" as it introduces the organ solo
I bought this album when it first came out (the Night Fly). Amazing, but you have to admit that while it was a solo effort by Donald Fagen, it was Steely Dan. Walter Becker was an important contribution to the genius duo of Steely Dan, but Donald Fagen was the heart and soul of Steely Dan (RIP Walter!!). Listen to the whole album (excellent in all aspects) and you will hear what I mean.
Such a great song to end such a great album!
Saw them in. June, they were great 👍
My favorite song on the album. That and Ruby Baby.
one of my favorite albums. other than your reactions I only listen to it on vinyl.
Check out Donald Fagan's song Snowbound. Man, it's super lit!✌️
Fab song jazzy cool!
Crank it up !!!!!
One of the best albums of all time I have the DVDA version of the Nightfly with advanced stereo and surround sound Harry check out KULEE BABA an outtake from the Gaucho album their is a perfect demo on RUclips a hidden gem !
IMHO, this is Donald Fagen’s’ best solo album, and it could be seen as a Steely Dan side project.
Ònce of the greatest jazzy albums I`ve ever heard - Donald Fagan is just a great musician but I miss Steely Dan.I`am sorry if i hurt some Donald Fagan fans it's not my intention but i like Steely Dan so much... I hope you all get a great indian summer and a wonderful time - best wishes from hamburg (germany)
This album is a masterpiece from start to finish.
The g in Fagan is the hard g, as in "got". (little factoid you probably already know: the hard g sound is English, and the soft g sound is French.)This song and "The Goodbye Look" are my favorites on this album. Maxine and Ruby are good, but it's this on and The Goodbye look that I love the most. This is straight jazz.
Dude...his name is pronounced FA gan (hard "g"). Love your channel. You post the best stuff.
The Nightfly is my desert island album!❤❤❤
Thanks!
Thank you thank you thank you ✌🏾🖤
This track and the Nightfly album in general are fantastic, but are somehow lifted when listening to the Nightfly "DVD Audio" release, in 5.1 Dolby Digital surround- on a decent system. Check out WJAZ ("...an independent station") from this album.
There is a live version available of Spotify " The Nightfly live " under Donald Fagen
Yeah, I can understand your association of the song with "doo-wop." Back then, however, I heard it referred to as "Be-Bop." (Yet, Be-Bop covered more than just a walking bass line and cool piano fill-ins.)
Mel Torme actually did a cover of this one. You should give that a try.
It's about the Cuban Revolution, specifically the exiles of the early 1960's.
Check out "NEW FRONTIER"....!
My favorite song this album is ruby baby or Maxine.
If you like that kinda group vocal style, off this same album, try "Maxine".
Florida Room is the best cut on the album imo.
Florida Room is not on The Nightfly it's on his second solo album Kamakiriad. Great track all the same.
Here's the live version from the Nightfly live lp that was released earlier this year - ruclips.net/video/VojIs7zuKHo/видео.html
Cab Calloway.
Not Faggen It’s Fay-gann. Don’t listen to singles on this album. Listen to the whole album. Yes it’s old funk but the album is awesome.
A little big , bandish, like a little 40sish.
Just to let you know, it's pronounced 'Faygan', not 'Faygen' 😊
Catskills?
To me it’s a takeoff on Louis Prima - like ´just a gigolo´
"Fagen" is pronounced with a hard G, rather than the J sound you use. Try his TRANS ISLAND SKYWAY.
Yeah try to hit that
Hasn't been done and nobody is going to do it
It's okay, I don't really get this album, not into lounge light jazz music or any jazz for that matter.
This isn’t jazz.