Full credits Donald Fagen - lead vocals, backing vocals, synthesizer, electric piano Walter Becker - bass, guitar solo Steve Khan - guitar Tom Scott - tenor saxophone, horn arrangement Randy Brecker - trumpet Rob Mounsey - piano Jeff Porcaro - drums Errol "Crusher" Bennett - percussion Patti Austin, Valerie Simpson, Lesley Miller - backing vocals
This is like a mike nichols movie or something. Near as I can figure it, the narrator is confronting his secret lover, who in turn has brought HIS side piece, who is a bit of an eccentric, to a high class party “in the custerdome” that the narrator is hosting. “No he can’t sleep on the floor, what do you think I’m yelling for” lol. He’s embarrassed that his young friend is messing up his straight gig haha
Porcaro was Mr Versatility. The "Gaucho" album was a beauty but a little light on great guitar stuff for my liking. I had forgotten how lush the vocals sound. I bought a couple of Tom Scott's solo albums. This song is fucking delectable and the subtle guitar work is brilliant.
@@hampyonce Ha! I’m sure we are not alone . I have seen both Becker and Khan over the years . A student of my Brothers for many years took lessons from Khan after studying with my Brother. He concurs . To hear Steve’s band made up of master NYC musicians check out Daily Village or Eye Over Autumn by Steve off his Columbia series .
@@MrRabbit43 I became a follower of Larry Carlton as a result of reading Steely Dan liner notes. I've never looked into Khan. Something to do. Thanks for the start point.
@@hampyonce Steve is an acquired taste I followed Larry when he was in Tom Scott’s LA Express mid 70’s . He was replaced by the great Robben Ford . Please checkout his blues album “ Talk To Your Daughter “ or Robben Ford and the Blue Line
An interesting tidbit, this one of the few songs "co-written" by another, jazz great Keith Jarrett. The initial rif was clearly inspired by one of his songs, and the Dan was forced to give him a writing credit.
“If you love most things 1980s… then search no further, you’ve come to the right place.” What a nice, welcoming intro, thanks :) Swedish band Dirty Loops comes to mind, a genre bending fusion trio (vocals/keys, drums and bass) with some heavy 80s influences. Was wondering if you could lend your discerning ears to their cover of MJ’s “Thriller”, or their track “Work Shit Out”? They’ve recently been signed by Quincy Jones. All three of them are stellar musicians. Would love to hear your take on their style and music. Thanks! 🙏
i am very familiar with dirty loops, however i have not heard the thriller cover. i havent checked in quite a long time...have they come out with anything new? its been about a year or so sense i listened to them....love work shit out, damn what a showcase of tallent
After listening to Steve Khan for 50 years I’m convinced he plays lead guitar on this tune . He also slides his pick up and down the strings on Peg intro . Listen to him on Glamour Profession !
The engineering is, as always, perfection. Not a banger by any means but I’m a sucker for anything Tom Scott. The next track, Time Out Of Mind, will be one of your favorites, oI have no doubt. ✌️
Keith Jarrett successfully sued Becker & Fagen for taking the melody from "'Long As You Know You're Living Yours" and using it for this song. Eventually, they ended up giving him co-writing credit. Fagen admitted he was "strongly" influenced by the Jarrett tune.
Almost sounded like Porcaro was playing ghost notes on the snare to give it a little backbeat. A drummer would know better, but that’s what I hear on my phone. I have always been a fan of Tom Scott. He has great solo stuff with the LA Express. He has done a lot of arranging and conducting too.
everything is good, thank you im working on trying to get rid of these ads that keep popping up during my reactions....UHHGGGG i think i have it figured out. gonna do a test run with Yes tomorrow...3 songs same video, and see if any pop up. fingers crossed. miss all you guys
Full credits
Donald Fagen - lead vocals, backing vocals, synthesizer, electric piano
Walter Becker - bass, guitar solo
Steve Khan - guitar
Tom Scott - tenor saxophone, horn arrangement
Randy Brecker - trumpet
Rob Mounsey - piano
Jeff Porcaro - drums
Errol "Crusher" Bennett - percussion
Patti Austin, Valerie Simpson, Lesley Miller - backing vocals
Thanks Michael 👍
My favorite Steely song they have ever played
This is easily one of my favorite Steely Dan songs. Absolutely gorgeous 🔥🔥👍🏼👍🏼
Mine too. I never tire of listening to the choir
This is my favorite song on this album. Porcarro really shined on the Katy Lied album.
This is like a mike nichols movie or something. Near as I can figure it, the narrator is confronting his secret lover, who in turn has brought HIS side piece, who is a bit of an eccentric, to a high class party “in the custerdome” that the narrator is hosting. “No he can’t sleep on the floor, what do you think I’m yelling for” lol. He’s embarrassed that his young friend is messing up his straight gig haha
Porcaro was Mr Versatility. The "Gaucho" album was a beauty but a little light on great guitar stuff for my liking. I had forgotten how lush the vocals sound. I bought a couple of Tom Scott's solo albums. This song is fucking delectable and the subtle guitar work is brilliant.
Listen to Khan work on Glamour Profession and compare sound . So tastefully in and out ! Becker never played with that much power !
@@MrRabbit43 These are the kinds of things I've wondered for decades. You make interesting and valid observations.
@@hampyonce Ha! I’m sure we are not alone . I have seen both Becker and Khan over the years . A student of my Brothers for many years took lessons from Khan after studying with my Brother. He concurs . To hear Steve’s band made up of master NYC musicians check out Daily Village or Eye Over Autumn by Steve off his Columbia series .
@@MrRabbit43 I became a follower of Larry Carlton as a result of reading Steely Dan liner notes. I've never looked into Khan. Something to do. Thanks for the start point.
@@hampyonce Steve is an acquired taste I followed Larry when he was in Tom Scott’s LA Express mid 70’s . He was replaced by the great Robben Ford . Please checkout his blues album “ Talk To Your Daughter “ or Robben Ford and the Blue Line
An interesting tidbit, this one of the few songs "co-written" by another, jazz great Keith Jarrett. The initial rif was clearly inspired by one of his songs, and the Dan was forced to give him a writing credit.
“If you love most things 1980s… then search no further, you’ve come to the right place.” What a nice, welcoming intro, thanks :)
Swedish band Dirty Loops comes to mind, a genre bending fusion trio (vocals/keys, drums and bass) with some heavy 80s influences.
Was wondering if you could lend your discerning ears to their cover of MJ’s “Thriller”, or their track “Work Shit Out”?
They’ve recently been signed by Quincy Jones. All three of them are stellar musicians.
Would love to hear your take on their style and music.
Thanks! 🙏
i am very familiar with dirty loops, however i have not heard the thriller cover. i havent checked in quite a long time...have they come out with anything new? its been about a year or so sense i listened to them....love work shit out, damn what a showcase of tallent
After listening to Steve Khan for 50 years I’m convinced he plays lead guitar on this tune . He also slides his pick up and down the strings on Peg intro . Listen to him on Glamour Profession !
Khan plays guitar but Walter Becker does the solo.
@@MichaelTrogdon1990 I’m sure that is Khan on solo and a misprint . But believe what you wish.
The engineering is, as always, perfection. Not a banger by any means but I’m a sucker for anything Tom Scott. The next track, Time Out Of Mind, will be one of your favorites, oI have no doubt. ✌️
HAHA
alright cant wait to hear it
Keith Jarrett successfully sued Becker & Fagen for taking the melody from "'Long As You Know You're Living Yours" and using it for this song. Eventually, they ended up giving him co-writing credit. Fagen admitted he was "strongly" influenced by the Jarrett tune.
If you want to class up the joint put some Steely Dan on in the background
Almost sounded like Porcaro was playing ghost notes on the snare to give it a little backbeat. A drummer would know better, but that’s what I hear on my phone. I have always been a fan of Tom Scott. He has great solo stuff with the LA Express. He has done a lot of arranging and conducting too.
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That was not percussion it was steve khan strumming muted strings .
Isn’t it weird that there are entire parts of this song where the words don’t rhyme? And you don’t even notice it until you really think about it
Check out West of Hollywood, no rhyming at all.
BTW, no reactions in about 2 weeks, hope all is well.
everything is good, thank you
im working on trying to get rid of these ads that keep popping up during my reactions....UHHGGGG i think i have it figured out.
gonna do a test run with Yes tomorrow...3 songs same video, and see if any pop up. fingers crossed. miss all you guys
@@totallyradreactions5006 Great to hear brother that is was just the ad nonsense , looking forward to the reactions.