Call On Me - Leonid & Friends (Chicago cover)

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  • Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
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    As a tribute to one of the greatest bands in the world!
    “Позвони мне” - Леонид и Друзья (кавер-версия группы Чикаго)
    В знак признательности одной из величайших групп на Земле!
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    Leonid Vorobyev - transcript of the musical source, bass, producing, mixing, mastering, video-montage
    Serge Tiagnyriadno (Kiev, Ukraine) - lead vocal
    Igor Javad-Zade - drums
    Sergey Kashirin - guitar, backing vocal
    Vlad Senchillo - Rhodes piano
    Andrey Zyl - trumpet
    Maxim Likhachev - trombone
    Oleg Kudryavtsev - tenor sax
    Ksenia Buzina - backing vocal
    Rei Frometa - percussion
    Valent Osinsky - recording
    Alexey Sedov & Kir Popov - video shooting
    Special thanks to Vladimir Osinsky for the superb studio
    Леонид Воробьев - расшифровка музыкального материала,
    бас-гитара, продюсирование, микс, мастеринг, видео-монтаж
    Сергей Тягнирядно (Киев, Украина) - вокал
    Сергей Каширин - гитара, бэк-вокал
    Игорь Джавад-заде - ударные
    Влад Сенчилло - эл. пиано
    Андрей Зыль - труба
    Максим Лихачев - тромбон
    Олег Кудрявцев - тенор-саксофон
    Ксения Бузина - бэк-вокал
    Рей Фромета - перкуссия
    Валентин Осинский - звукорежиссер
    Алексей Седов и Кирилл Попов - видеосъемка
    Особая благодарность Володе Осинскому за великолепную студию!

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  • @LeonidVorobyevandfriends
    @LeonidVorobyevandfriends  4 года назад +226

    Hello friends!
    If you would like to help support the band during these uneasy times, please click on the link below.
    We appreciate all of your help and support!
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    • @omarks
      @omarks 4 года назад +12

      done. You are all amazing!

    • @abdoaskar1481
      @abdoaskar1481 3 года назад +2

      Una era de r dde de this’ll tex dex ti ve i fb tx te e

    • @alexriberalgmail
      @alexriberalgmail 3 года назад +1

      @@omarks ] poo[⁰

    • @aichejaye363
      @aichejaye363 3 года назад +10

      Hesitated at first to make a donation but you guys play phenomenally. And I watch and listen to damn near very video. Thank you for your musical contribution. Yes, I made a donation :-)

    • @gilbertmoreno4638
      @gilbertmoreno4638 3 года назад +5

      Gracias Wow!

  • @Coupydog
    @Coupydog 5 лет назад +787

    Turns out I've listened to these guys more than I ever did Chicago. They're not only superb musicians, but their delight in performing these classics is evident. Respect! 😎

    • @51Dss
      @51Dss 4 года назад +16

      we would have listened to Chicago just as much if we had something like you tube in those days. As it was I believe the latest technology for playback was 8 track with cassette just beginning to emerge. Of course for quality listening had to have a high quality turn table, nice amp/tuner and a decent set of speakers. Like almost everyone else I had a good collection of LPs.

    • @amismith5215
      @amismith5215 4 года назад +21

      @@51Dss I have to agree that the fact that they are having a ball doing this makes it even better.

    • @lindaperkins4521
      @lindaperkins4521 4 года назад +15

      Delight is the right word! And Hunger -- to do the right & fabulous thin & they are having so much fun.....You can see on their faces and smiles how much they love this music.

    • @espcarolkinder
      @espcarolkinder 4 года назад +9

      Coupydog That’s what I said...not only are they phenomenal, but they look like they’re having so much fun

    • @Maxumized
      @Maxumized 4 года назад

      Coupydog same here

  • @MaggieUhl-z6w
    @MaggieUhl-z6w 6 месяцев назад +14

    My dad, wich was a young trumpet player about the same time this song was trendy. Constantly play this over and over. I have a memory when i was like 4 or 5 years old. I heard the potencial of the horns with my dad and his siblings. We didnt knew any english, we are mexicans.
    But i remember my dad very deep in his music.
    Im very proud of him. He is 90, can't even walk, but was amazing musician.
    Thanks for to share all this with the world.

  • @flameofelijah
    @flameofelijah 8 месяцев назад +13

    Leonid and friends - greatest band in the world bar none

  • @swikfors
    @swikfors 5 лет назад +571

    Leonid, I grew up on Chicago in the 70’s. What you have done is breathed new life and energy back into this classic music! Thank you for resurrecting their music and bringing joy to all us Chicago fanatics!

    • @Maxumized
      @Maxumized 5 лет назад +10

      Shane Wikfors my sentiments exactly!

    • @heatherf1604
      @heatherf1604 4 года назад +10

      Shane Wikfors Yes! They are so good❤️

    • @drflash36
      @drflash36 4 года назад +17

      Agreed!
      If I close my eyes, I really Do hear vintage Chicago from the 70's as well!
      Just Terrific musicianship there!

    • @drumsnbass
      @drumsnbass 4 года назад +10

      Me too! At one time they were my favorite band, eventually supplanted by Steely Dan.

    • @robertdillon9989
      @robertdillon9989 4 года назад +6

      I am right there with you ! Graduated in 1978!

  • @kennyroman84
    @kennyroman84 5 лет назад +505

    Tight horn arrangements, smokin rhythm section and the achingly beautiful Ksenia Buzina . What more can you ask for?

    • @jvburnes
      @jvburnes 5 лет назад +13

      A concert at Red Rocks in Denver followed by a free, unplugged, acoustic concert at Caribou Ranch -- recorded for youtube fans!

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 4 года назад +15

      To see them perform again. Took in their show in Jim Thorpe, PA on 7/25/19, simply fantastic! Glad Leonid added this wonderful number to their repertoire, man, they hit this one out of the park!

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 4 года назад +9

      Can I reply to myself? We will get to see them again, 7/16/20 at Penn's Peak in Jim Thorpe, PA. If you are in the area, catch the show, you will not regret it.

    • @drdvs69
      @drdvs69 4 года назад +32

      She is stunningly beautiful. She keeps making eye contact with me every time I watch this video. She .. loves .. me .. too , lol.

    • @drdvs69
      @drdvs69 4 года назад +6

      I will go see them , working on it. I will go see them. I so love real musicians and vicslists.

  • @TheWar654
    @TheWar654 4 года назад +202

    Chicago was a phenomenal band and now Leonid and Friends are showing how phenomenal they were.

    • @garlboydlatham4295
      @garlboydlatham4295 4 года назад +7

      Bob Charles: Today's Chicago still IS a phenomenal band! 😉

  • @ghostsniper2099
    @ghostsniper2099 Год назад +53

    Another stunning performance. Man, that drummer is consistently on top of his game. Good job all!

  • @johnniehall3692
    @johnniehall3692 2 года назад +58

    The lead singer has a wonderful voice.. WOW 👏 🙏

  • @roblamble1519
    @roblamble1519 Год назад +39

    Im lost for words. I know Chicago inside-out. Saw them in england twice! Have i gone back in time. This band is PERFECTION !!!!❤

  • @anthonyadams6763
    @anthonyadams6763 3 года назад +233

    A throwback to the days when groups had something that is sorely missing today, talent. Those were the days when band members could play and sing at a high level. Long live L&F!

    • @ronwalker620
      @ronwalker620 3 года назад +3

      That is an ABSOLUTE FACT!!!!!

    • @minionslayer
      @minionslayer 3 года назад +1

      Bit of an over-generalization, don't ya think?

    • @ronwalker620
      @ronwalker620 3 года назад +5

      @@minionslayer
      No..... I know it's a FACT

    • @morbidmanmusic
      @morbidmanmusic 2 года назад +3

      That's not fair.. speaking as a 60 year old mutil instrumentalist and engineer. You just have old tastes, which is a reasonable assessment, and haven't found the right source. But, there's is no shortage of amazing combos and single players.

    • @digzat
      @digzat Год назад

      Well said!!

  • @tamcocar
    @tamcocar 2 года назад +167

    I am a musician & I truly believe that you are currently the best band ON THE PLANET. Forget cover band.... THE BEST BAND HANDS DOWN. I AM A HUGE FAN NOW!

    • @noelbowerman1562
      @noelbowerman1562 Год назад

      A big call when you have bands like snarky puppy. But I agree they are up there.

    • @marjaschoonhoven2914
      @marjaschoonhoven2914 Год назад +1

      I agree. I am from Holland and play their music every day. A top band❤❤

    • @bradleyjjohnson
      @bradleyjjohnson 4 месяца назад +1

      They are just that good. Their excellence is so obvious - they are a cut above.

  • @garyhaley5008
    @garyhaley5008 2 года назад +18

    I played trumpet many years ago. Wish I had stayed with it. This trumpet player is fabulous! Truly!

  • @chuckstang
    @chuckstang 5 лет назад +329

    As a former bass player I have to say that drummer is so incredibly solid.

    • @wacokid2532
      @wacokid2532 5 лет назад +3

      you betcha !

    • @RafeLavine
      @RafeLavine 5 лет назад +9

      Igor nails it every time.

    • @mrartician5250
      @mrartician5250 5 лет назад +10

      Kudos. I learned to play listening to bands like this (Chicago) back in the day and I agree. This drummer is killer!

    • @jayphillips4058
      @jayphillips4058 5 лет назад +4

      Agreed - no need to tame that beat. Well done...

    • @rickbaca9248
      @rickbaca9248 5 лет назад +18

      Chicago's original drummer Danny Seraphine is one my drumming gods, this drummer is every bit his equal

  • @jpginmass
    @jpginmass 4 года назад +225

    Ahhh, at 16, I use to listen to listen to chicago and imagine, in bleak times, of all the good times to come. Now at 61, I listen to leonid and friends, in bleak times, and think of all the good times I had.

    • @Gloopular
      @Gloopular 4 года назад +10

      Oh man...i'm 61 too - u just summarized exactly how i feel !

    • @alekseistrelkov3085
      @alekseistrelkov3085 4 года назад +7

      The best is yet to come:)

    • @4meharley
      @4meharley 4 года назад +7

      I too am 61 and Yes I listened to Chicago and enjoy their music. Those were good times - Wish I was young again !!!

    • @kimwildey4317
      @kimwildey4317 4 года назад +2

      Well said... I am 64... yeah like the Beatles song... I can't do your cool number inversion... but the feeling is still the same.

    • @mathewwallis2863
      @mathewwallis2863 4 года назад +2

      God, that's beautiful and spot ON, my friend!!!

  • @bobcastelline8960
    @bobcastelline8960 3 года назад +197

    The more I listen to these guys, the more I realize ... Leonid is a seriously SICK bass player.

    • @WinstonOBoogie_
      @WinstonOBoogie_ 3 года назад +7

      A musician’s musician, that’s for sure.

    • @jospinvanraat8730
      @jospinvanraat8730 3 года назад +2

      On the money!!

    • @glennurquhart2989
      @glennurquhart2989 3 года назад +6

      He's so good..and makes it look easy....

    • @karlasimmet8777
      @karlasimmet8777 2 года назад +5

      The drummer too !

    • @RMB42
      @RMB42 2 года назад +5

      And the horns. You can't have early Chicago without that brassy horn section, and these guys nail it.

  • @zafrullahyazid6542
    @zafrullahyazid6542 10 месяцев назад +11

    Listening to them play make you feel like it's an early Sunday morning and the whole world is just getting up from a slumber, no wars, no fighting, no politics only a smile .

  • @AnthonyAdams-j1c
    @AnthonyAdams-j1c Год назад +62

    I was in college in 1966 when I first heard Chicago(Chicago Transit Authority at that time) and I knew the music was something that would last forever. Thanks Leonid for keeping one of GODs treasures on earth alive and well!

    • @RonSafreed
      @RonSafreed Год назад

      They were a 'fusion band' blending jazz with rock & pop music, but the jazz chords & that wind instrument section really stands out & this added something other bands did not have!!

  • @LugNutzzTVandRadio
    @LugNutzzTVandRadio 4 года назад +110

    Simply the best cover band in history. Insane talent across the board.

  • @cdamauser1963
    @cdamauser1963 3 года назад +74

    who comes back to these videos over and over for Ksenia Buzina? Be honest, shes beautiful.

  • @jvburnes
    @jvburnes 3 года назад +75

    Absolutely fantastic. Like someone turned the lights back on.

  • @jimc1196
    @jimc1196 Год назад +40

    If there is a more beautiful woman in the world than Ksenia, I have yet to see her! Beauty, grace and talent!

    • @Amarti58
      @Amarti58 10 месяцев назад +4

      Agree.

    • @robertrestifo2212
      @robertrestifo2212 8 месяцев назад +3

      Quick answer….NO!

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 7 месяцев назад +3

      We have seen L&F four times in concert, going for #5 in Jim Thorpe, PA on 5/31/24. I am a hopeless groupie. Go see them if you can, it's worth it, you will not be disappointed! :)

    • @jayyates1676
      @jayyates1676 6 месяцев назад

      @@74bshs Is Sergey from Ukraine able to travel with them?

    • @loucifer4205
      @loucifer4205 5 месяцев назад +2

      She is absolutely gorgeous 😍 ❤️

  • @pablojose4890
    @pablojose4890 5 лет назад +412

    Who could give this a thumbs down? This is spot-on.

    • @spambrando
      @spambrando 5 лет назад +40

      Tone deaf numbnuts would.

    • @got2bharmony
      @got2bharmony 5 лет назад +38

      Pablo Jose It is an incredible cover of one of my favourite Chicago tunes. I don't understand why people who don't like this music bother to come to these videos and give a thumbs down. They must have very sad lives. Anyone who loves Chicago would rate this very highly.
      Why would I want to click on videos of JayZ, Beiber and the like and give them all a thumbs down? I've better things to do like listening to Leonid and Friends, Toto, Boz Scaggs, Al Jarreau and other greats.

    • @johnsauer9067
      @johnsauer9067 5 лет назад +21

      Some people, probably hiding under made up names, enjoy "stirring the pot" to annoy other people. Even if they don't love the music of Chicago (in which case one wonders why they'd be watching this video), I don't see how someone could criticize the professional, energized performance that L&F brings to every song. So there will always be a few out there who just love to see if they can get a rise out of people. Forget 'em.

    • @erikvalmon
      @erikvalmon 5 лет назад +7

      They probably think is fake or lip sync...

    • @pablojose4890
      @pablojose4890 5 лет назад +7

      @Alberto Guitar I understand. I think at least good cover songs keep the old original songs fresh, even if they sound the same....if that makes any sense. The excellent exceptions being Joe Cocker redoing a couple of Beatle songs and Gary Moore's rendition of Hendrix's Red House at the Fender 50th Anniversary.

  • @TheoSmith249
    @TheoSmith249 3 года назад +18

    I find myself leaving a gracious comment every time I view this.!

  • @wythetrumpet6419
    @wythetrumpet6419 3 года назад +17

    Man what a horn section! Andrey Zyl is absolutely one of the finest section trumpet players I have ever heard! His rythms and attacks are spot on! This band does Chicago better than Chicago! They are so musical and precise! You know I believe they should make musicians the ambassadors between countries instead of politicians! We always get along!🎺🎵🎶

  • @redbull1749
    @redbull1749 4 года назад +174

    i don't know but listening to this band brought a tear to my eye! They're so DAMN GOOD!! I salute you guys😊

    • @denn606
      @denn606 3 года назад +3

      Me too, and goosebumps, listen on headphones, OMG!

    • @chocomoto3three871
      @chocomoto3three871 3 года назад +5

      I thought it was just me. They are truly something special.

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 3 года назад +2

      Yes, I agree, I don't know what else to say, just tell all your friends to go see them when they are in their area. It is an act well worth seeing, having seen L&F twice already. :)

  • @marksanzone4948
    @marksanzone4948 2 года назад +10

    WHAT A BEAUTY! That smile...OMG!!!

  • @eddie195777
    @eddie195777 3 года назад +103

    I just found this band on RUclips today. I am a lifelong Chicago fan. These guys are great. The musicians could replace Chicago's musicians and no one would know the difference and far as sound is concerned. Wow!

  • @Matt-mo8sl
    @Matt-mo8sl 4 года назад +166

    Ksenia brings so much more than a pretty face to that band. Chicago never had a woman backing singer if I recall but she makes everything sound so wonderful. I'm so glad I got the opportunity to see this band perform live in 2019.

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 4 года назад +1

      So am I!, in Jim Thorpe, PA in July of 2019. Going to see them in Sellersville, PA on 9/20/21, should be a good show!! :)

    • @rodgerrudolph1886
      @rodgerrudolph1886 4 года назад +1

      Where?

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 4 года назад +3

      @@rodgerrudolph1886 We saw them in Jim Thorpe, PA in July of 2019, a fantastic performance. We were to do the same this July, same place, but the show was postponed until 5/1/21. Still have the tickets, looking forward to it, if it ever happens.

    • @TheCybertiger9
      @TheCybertiger9 4 года назад +4

      Ksenia ? i've never noticed her LOL

    • @jogace1950
      @jogace1950 3 года назад

      Awsome musicians love that band. They should be doing an on line pay per view concert know on pandemic era believe me I will be more than happy to buy a ticket first row

  • @trailrunner919
    @trailrunner919 4 года назад +96

    It's astounding how accurately you guys perform these Chicago classics!!! 👏 👏 👏

    • @falmirelvenlore1
      @falmirelvenlore1 2 года назад +3

      The amazing thing is Leonid didn’t buy Chicago’s sheet music for the band to play. He re-wrote all the parts by ear and recreated these gems.

  • @Supernaut70
    @Supernaut70 3 года назад +89

    This is perfectly performed. If Chicago Band listens to this song, they would feel happy to know there are musicians who are fans of them.

    • @TOM-si5fo
      @TOM-si5fo 2 года назад +1

      Totally agree. This is not just a mimic as it may seem. This is a beautiful tribute to Chicago's music and artistic musical vision way back then. Thank you.

    • @tonydegiuseppe9484
      @tonydegiuseppe9484 2 года назад +8

      Truth is: CHICAGO IS aware of them,and DOES approve!

  • @arno52
    @arno52 4 года назад +79

    I never get tired of hearing Call On Me whether it's by Chicago or Leonid & Friends!

  • @bethvezzosi5733
    @bethvezzosi5733 4 года назад +8

    I LOVE how they have a little laugh at the end because they know they nailed it! Laughter and music are universal - I LOVE that these Russian musicians are breathing life back into some amazing 70s Music from the USA!

  • @rockhead1428
    @rockhead1428 4 года назад +83

    I CANNOT stop watching & listening to this group! Since I ‘discovered’ them, here on RUclips, 2 weeks ago I’ve played their entire catalog over & over (& over ...). As both a vocalist & horn player growing up in the ‘60s & ‘70’s in America I was obsessed with the great horn bands like Chicago; Blood Sweat & Tears; Earth, Wind & Fire, et. al.. I marvel at the exquisite musicianship displayed by all of these immensely talented people and only wish I could could ‘sit in’ with them!
    Leonid’s ability to cipher these tracks - BY EAR - is reminiscent of the scene in ‘Amadeus’ (movie about Mozart) where Mozart hears Salieri’s march played once by the Emperor Joseph II ... which leads to Mozart sitting down and playing it and then running many variations off with ease.
    Okay, back to the present from my obscure movie reference ... Leonid & Friends musicianship, obvious passion and enjoyment of playing keystone music from my youth has brought tremendous joy to me in what has been (like so many I suspect) one of the most difficult years of my 60 year-old life! (2020)
    I am a disabled Veteran living in chronic pain and fatigue from Parkinson’s disease. My medical providers encouraged me to return to my musical & artistic youthful endeavors for ‘Neuroplasticity’ ... and it’s been one of the most effective means of pushing back on chronic pain and keeps me from falling into the twin abyss of dopamine deficiency induced Anxiety & Depression.
    I, however, hit a very rough spot, 3 months ago and stopped painting and playing my music. That is ...
    UNTIL I heard Leonid & Friend’s opening riffs of Chicago’s “Make Me Smile”. ... which, in a profound way they did!
    Thank you so very much to all of you in Leonid & Friends for returning music, joy and hope back into my life!

    • @woodyw6891
      @woodyw6891 4 года назад +10

      When I first saw these videos I cried. Sounds weird but I felt like they were a gift. To just accidentally stumble upon something this beautiful and amazing... I was overwhelmed.

    • @DineHubcom
      @DineHubcom 4 года назад +5

      No denying it is a Joy. It's like save over a million wounds. Isn't it Old Days when they were new.

    • @rockhead1428
      @rockhead1428 4 года назад +4

      @@woodyw6891 I completely understand as re tears! If - like me - they are an expression of simultaneous joy & sadness. Joy in the music ... slight sadness of times long since passed.

    • @dispatcherman
      @dispatcherman 3 года назад +2

      AMEN!!!

    • @rickstadel5285
      @rickstadel5285 2 года назад +5

      ME TOO, good sir! Thank you for expressing my thoughts -- better than I could have .. And your *obscure movie reference* was certainly not lost on me! Loved it!

  • @rickpicard1748
    @rickpicard1748 3 года назад +42

    I've watched this masterpiece at least 500 times. LOVE IT!

  • @dougfrombaltimore
    @dougfrombaltimore 4 года назад +62

    Is that perfect or what ? I can't believe how perfect the vocals were by Serge.

  • @jaycollins9244
    @jaycollins9244 Год назад +33

    Holy shit!! Any group that can play this stuff isn't a "cover band." They are THE BAND!!

    • @randybarraclough4941
      @randybarraclough4941 6 месяцев назад +2

      Sorry, but they are not 'the band'. CHICAGO is the real band. C.T.A. FOREVER!

    • @jaycollins9244
      @jaycollins9244 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@randybarraclough4941 They don't just play "Chicago." Better recording equipment. Better technical equipment. Better sound.

    • @AnitaH-r3f
      @AnitaH-r3f 4 месяца назад

      Right? I've seen Chicago in concert twice, and this is on par with those events

  • @beaugunn2632
    @beaugunn2632 5 лет назад +69

    Well folks, we got what we expected : brilliance. I am blown away, once again!

  • @DevilDogDen1775
    @DevilDogDen1775 5 лет назад +144

    Don't you guys EVER get tired of being so damn good ????.. 😊

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 4 года назад +1

      I don't think so, because they just keep up coming up with yet another Chicago cover! i am waiting for "Introduction" , first cut, first album, 1969. "Patience pays", as US 1 from Miami to Key Largo used to post for the passing lane.

    • @eagleman3624
      @eagleman3624 4 года назад

      Probably not...i'd guess that's why they are so in demand...and from the videos it shows that they thoroughly enjoy process.

  • @MaggieUhl-z6w
    @MaggieUhl-z6w 6 месяцев назад +2

    I play over and over. Thanks for all the love and sacrisfice gathering with this music ❤❤❤

  • @ericmcdowell5762
    @ericmcdowell5762 5 лет назад +74

    Wow, ... I thought Leonid had performed most of Chicago's songs, ... and then I just saw this video minutes after it was uploaded. Almost forgot about this song, ... sounds great.

    • @billrhea
      @billrhea 5 лет назад +3

      Eric McDowell no way there are so many they can do. I’m looking forward to more. Remember Chicago had like 35 albums lol

    • @codjh9
      @codjh9 5 лет назад

      @@billrhea Agreed - there are many more they could/should do ... but I'm not complaining - they've done many already, and every single one is great.

    • @wallyklw5
      @wallyklw5 5 лет назад

      i think theyve done this before

  • @scottmurphy2199
    @scottmurphy2199 3 года назад +4

    The band rocks , bass player great, also vocals, drummer , keyboard, saxophones, guitars , trumpets, bongos, keep music ( alive )., thankyou.

  • @rodchisholm4790
    @rodchisholm4790 3 года назад +3

    These guys are highly accomplished musicians and singers sadly in short supply these days, such talent! And keeping alive the bands I loved as a young man: CTA & Chicago true, and let's not forget Blood, Sweat & Tears, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Pacific Gas & Electric....... There's some blues in these bands, but in these Russians - a ton of joy in my book. As a former soldier for decades, I say make music, not war!

  • @MVMullins
    @MVMullins 4 года назад +9

    Made me cry as I think of my Wife.who passed in January.
    Excellent rendition of a wonderful song.

  • @ragibby6557
    @ragibby6557 4 года назад +16

    They play as if they wrote the song. The touch and feel is fantastic. More than a cover.

  • @lloydy.5012
    @lloydy.5012 Год назад +7

    Been loving these songs since i was a teenager and to hear and SEE it being played by this band makes me feel like a teenager again thank you😊

  • @osk6588
    @osk6588 5 лет назад +71

    Absolutely fantastic version of the song 😃

  • @RafeLavine
    @RafeLavine 5 лет назад +107

    No lip-sync, no overdubbing, all live. How damn good is that?

    • @hahehetok
      @hahehetok 5 лет назад

      CRAZYYYYYY GOOD!

    • @Cotronixco
      @Cotronixco 5 лет назад +5

      LOL, not true. Obviously it requires many takes.

    • @stevenreichertart
      @stevenreichertart 5 лет назад

      Do you think the entire band is playing at the same time, or do they record different musicians separately and piece it together? Hard for me to tell from the video if everyone is in the same room.

    • @AAA-yr4lm
      @AAA-yr4lm 5 лет назад

      You should be watching me instead Kermie

    • @devinw5150
      @devinw5150 5 лет назад +4

      Steven Reichert They are not playing at the same time. It’s a studio recording with probably several takes and overdubs. The video was shot just to give the recording some visuals.

  • @peteabrh-fairest9463
    @peteabrh-fairest9463 4 месяца назад +6

    You are the definitive group of the most talented musicians I have ever heard...
    Subscribed
    🎧🎵🎶🎷🎸🎹🎺
    Simply phenomenal!!!!
    Absolutely flawless perfection.......

  • @randyloewen7389
    @randyloewen7389 5 лет назад +263

    Absolutely nailed it! What a great ensemble of very talented musicians! When will you include Canada as part of your tour? We love you here, too!

    • @KamAbbott
      @KamAbbott 5 лет назад +2

      What Randy said! Would love to see you in Canada!

    • @danielvasquez8830
      @danielvasquez8830 5 лет назад +3

      Perfectly done, especially the horn section.

    • @rbrown2925
      @rbrown2925 5 лет назад +6

      Epluribusunum Only those that want to be very welcomed and appreciated for their talent, feel no need for a gun, eat best beef in the world, enjoy the best of all cultures in very safe cities, etc. And I guess every major band agrees with you? The Beatles, Led Zep, Springsteen, Drake, Rush, Elton John, to name just a tiny percentage, apparently do not.

    • @chifan7
      @chifan7 5 лет назад +2

      These guys are Freakin Awesome. Spot on and just Terrific!!!!

    • @davescarlett3514
      @davescarlett3514 5 лет назад

      @@epluribusunum6898 Foolishness ! What part of Canada are you from anyway?

  • @strattonshartel1244
    @strattonshartel1244 4 года назад +92

    God a friend turned me on to these these guys this week. I can’t stop listening. Amazing.

    • @lionheartroar3104
      @lionheartroar3104 4 года назад +2

      They will be touring again in 2020. See them live .. will blow your mind!

    • @overseas_demogod
      @overseas_demogod 4 года назад +2

      A co-worker mentioned them about 6 months ago and I've listened to them every day since! It's crazy. Maybe it's the video, I'm not sure but I got hooked.

    • @howardclegg6497
      @howardclegg6497 4 года назад +2

      Welcome to crowd.

  • @danilobarrera4136
    @danilobarrera4136 3 дня назад

    Blowing section is superb
    The drummer is magnificent

  • @ernieenesi6260
    @ernieenesi6260 5 лет назад +5

    My favorite Chicago Classic, damn
    SUPERB, EXCELLENT...😎👍🎶
    Remembering the Great times
    with my lovely wife...R.I.P. Babe❤

  • @brianclare9884
    @brianclare9884 2 года назад +5

    This is the best viewing on RUclips right now. I'm amazed at the talent, musicianship and production. Please come to Newfoundland. I'll be the first to buy a ticket. God Bless all of you.

  • @josephosheavideos3992
    @josephosheavideos3992 Год назад +2

    This was the first song trumpeter Lee Loughnane wrote. Leonid & Friends definitely have done this classic justice - absolutely superb!

  • @davmar5648
    @davmar5648 3 года назад +6

    All of these musicians are unbelievably talented and terrific vocals. Serge is an amazing vocalist. He can sing anything. A star in the making I think after a hair cut lol..

  • @245194LAC
    @245194LAC 4 года назад +36

    When one listens to Leonid and Company, we are reminded of what ral music sounds like. The blistering arrangements and execution of the music if Chicago is lost on the new millennials. This is what music was meant to be. You can't help but tap your foot to the beat and admire the talent of the musicians and singers. WOW! Thank you so much for this. Outstanding.

  • @richardfehr1838
    @richardfehr1838 Год назад +2

    Watching your videos I realize that the drummer is really swinging. What a groove he lays down!

  • @StJYG76
    @StJYG76 5 лет назад +57

    They have taken me back to the “Old Days” of the 70’s....great performance

  • @birdenthusiast2095
    @birdenthusiast2095 2 года назад +13

    My new favorite cover band. I love every song I heard thus far. Such talent.

  • @albrowning6452
    @albrowning6452 2 года назад +2

    i'm 65, i been to many, many concerts, yes i seen Chicago. idk why but i prefer your version. it seems to bring out the song better. well done all

  • @rhm5158
    @rhm5158 5 лет назад +55

    Was wondering when they would do this! Excellent!

  • @mmykyta81
    @mmykyta81 5 лет назад +69

    Just saw them LIVE last weekend in Annapolis, MD as part of their Fall Colors Tour. The sound blew me off my chair! They were amazing-even more so in person! I HIGHLY recommend to see them if they come to your area! LOVE LOVE LOVE them!

    • @davidfritsche2136
      @davidfritsche2136 3 года назад

      I agree with that statement, I found about this band 2 and half years ago when family got together for our Mom's funeral and my sister's husband was surfing the net and found them and the kicker was when they got back to Virginia Beach VA they got concert tickets and it was right on the ocean front how awesome that must've been I was jealous to say the least. So I'm getting to the age of trying to empty my bucket list, seeing this band is now on top of my bucket! I only hope they come close to if not in the GR8 state of Wisconsin!

  • @jcarpenter67
    @jcarpenter67 4 года назад +10

    Maybe I'm weird but I have that beautiful woman saying, "I love you" on a loop and I just can't get enough of it.

  • @raywise
    @raywise 5 лет назад +21

    Oh.My.Goodness. I have a sort of bad day at work, I come home and immediately I am in a better place watching and listening to your musical genius. Thank you Leonid and All, simply incredible.

  • @naknaksdadn572
    @naknaksdadn572 Год назад +8

    i have commented many times on Leonid & Friends and not only follow them but have seen them in person and met them. Yes there are fans and then there are musicians like myself that know and appreciate the artistry of these impeccable musicians. Being picky as any lifelong musician would be, i listen to every single note played from the arrangement itself and find each and every single one of these artists as premier of their instruments (voices)! Astounding! Can't wait to hear them "live" again!

    • @steveyankees1
      @steveyankees1 Год назад

      Perfectly stated. As a musician, like you I listen to every note played and vocalized. This group of musicians and vocalists are as good as it gets.

  • @mitchmiller7204
    @mitchmiller7204 Год назад +2

    I've listened to this rendition at least a few times, but I never listened to the complexity of the bass line. I think it's probably the most difficult one of all Leonid's productions. Great work!

  • @cafebleu2000
    @cafebleu2000 5 лет назад +32

    I've been waiting for your new uploading. Awesome, as always.
    Please come to Japan !
    You guys and Ksenia, love you from Japan.

  • @mikemellor8972
    @mikemellor8972 5 лет назад +21

    Welcome Rei, great job! Igor have you lost a few kilos? Where is Vlad Pops? Ksenia you look as lovely as ever and your wiggle at the end SLAYED me.

  • @donshaw6297
    @donshaw6297 3 года назад +1

    Not only are all fabulous musicians, the brass players & keyboards all appear to be sight reading the music !! I'm sure they've rehearsed and played the tunes before, but damn. To be that "on" while sight reading a score of this nature is phenomenal !!

  • @GDawg2K2
    @GDawg2K2 5 лет назад +46

    Smoked it as always guys.. )
    Nice blend/mix of the horns.

  • @Edoart958
    @Edoart958 5 лет назад +40

    I dont know who admire more, Ksenia beauty or the whole Band. Both are amazing

    • @mdelaubergine8930
      @mdelaubergine8930 5 лет назад +9

      She's stunning.

    • @KOLDBLU3ST33L
      @KOLDBLU3ST33L 5 лет назад

      She loves her some her... 🙄

    • @doylesinclair4499
      @doylesinclair4499 5 лет назад +3

      Ksenia is hotness inc.

    • @davidvanwagener6097
      @davidvanwagener6097 5 лет назад +4

      She really is gorgeous, but if you ever see them live, she's not really that noticeable because of how damned good the band is. I thought I'd sit there and drool over her for the whole show, but only while she was singing lead did I focus much on her. That said, damned fine looking woman with a beautiful voice.

    • @doylesinclair4499
      @doylesinclair4499 4 года назад

      @@davidvanwagener6097 check her out on RUclips doing a cover of rolling Stones Satisfaction.

  • @PocketAces2Start
    @PocketAces2Start 4 месяца назад +2

    The male vocalist is doing an incredible job. I tried one line of this song singing and quit since the range is very difficult. The song sounds great, so you all are doing a good job.

  • @jimoncken6936
    @jimoncken6936 8 месяцев назад +7

    How can you not love Russians? ❤

  • @NQR4real
    @NQR4real 2 года назад +7

    My lord is it possible? The cover sounds better than the original

    • @raymaas8330
      @raymaas8330 Месяц назад

      Well, recording equipment has improved a bit in 50 years, but yeah, these guys are great.

  • @donlandry68
    @donlandry68 Год назад +6

    I’ve been a musician all my life and want to share that I’m a bit of a traditionalist where cover bands are concerned you guys are absolutely top top notch brilliant great players and if you guys ever come to Canada I will come see you guys for sure and bring son and show him how it’s supposed to be done par excellence

  • @danduncan9230
    @danduncan9230 10 месяцев назад +4

    Just awesome!!! Such talent across the board. I love how the drummer never overplays any of these songs. Just consistent greatness!!! Vocals are excellent!

  • @robertbarnes7871
    @robertbarnes7871 5 лет назад +54

    Exact right down to the very note .... Couldn’t have picked anyone any better than Chicago,, Great Performance...

    • @mt.rushmore7916
      @mt.rushmore7916 5 лет назад +4

      Only better, actually!

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 4 года назад +1

      @@mt.rushmore7916 Go see them sometime, they are as good live as you hear them here! In my part of the USA, Jim Thorpe, PA 7/16/20, Penn's Peak, it's a nice venue.

  • @theflash1425
    @theflash1425 Год назад +2

    Great. cover! -- Oh, and Igor's a BEAST!

  • @yodanno
    @yodanno 5 лет назад +28

    What a great surprise to wake up and see s new video uploaded by Leonid and Friends! Already a great day!

  • @danmccann393
    @danmccann393 4 года назад +31

    Each time I watch this, I focus on a different instrument, they all are perfect. But man, that drummer just keeps it all together on all of their songs.. Just terrific

    • @tamidebus7788
      @tamidebus7788 2 года назад +1

      Oh my gosh Im a Chicago girl, come on so..spot on! Great job, so proud you, sound and enjoy what you di! Thank you!

  • @BrianKiernan-n8g
    @BrianKiernan-n8g Месяц назад +1

    Wow. Absolutely amazing. The real sound. Real thing!

  • @tractordave9300
    @tractordave9300 3 года назад +4

    So I'm listening to Chicago's studio recording with my eyes shut, then listen to Leonids piece,DAM amazing ! Leonids is Crisper and more Vibrant. And I LOVE Chicago,Im from the 70s so I am blown away. Fantastic that these Musicians can feel their music. Outstanding.Horns need to come back!

    • @TheoSmith249
      @TheoSmith249 3 года назад +1

      Same here. I’ve done the same . Incredible what Leonid has done.

  • @ivorwm2291
    @ivorwm2291 5 лет назад +17

    I am completely blown away..the vocals are better than the original....WOW!

    • @jimmy5634
      @jimmy5634 5 лет назад +1

      IVOR WM sorry, nobody replaces Peter Cetera.
      They are very very good though

  • @Diegocurt73
    @Diegocurt73 3 месяца назад +1

    Ksenia Buzina! Hello! Wiggle wiggle! Oh sorry, Call On Me is such a tropical paradise feel song. I start imaging the Tradewinds, Pina Coladas, ocean waves, palm trees, and a hell of a sunset happening. Definitely one of my favorite Chicago songs played to perfection!!!

  • @christianradovan9994
    @christianradovan9994 3 года назад +33

    I grew up loving the original Chicago band. You guys are fantastic, bringing that great sound to live again! Thanks!!

    • @thenov1944
      @thenov1944 3 года назад +1

      How about there take on E W & Fire ! ! !

  • @stormwatcher1299
    @stormwatcher1299 2 года назад +85

    Now THIS is a cover band I’d pay to go see. I usually hate covers but this is so amazing!!

    • @74bshs
      @74bshs 2 года назад +1

      We have seen them three times. You will not be disappointed. :)

    • @brykidla
      @brykidla 2 года назад +2

      Just got my tickets to see them in Sacramento in 2 days!

    • @robertboyle8822
      @robertboyle8822 Год назад +1

      I am going to see them in Pennsylvania

    • @2005dave
      @2005dave Год назад +1

      I did pay to go see them and it was well worth it!

  • @timfronimos459
    @timfronimos459 2 года назад +2

    I saw the band three weeks ago in Warren, Michigan and I am still playing their videos.
    Just cant get enough. Spaciba

  • @adamfurnish8481
    @adamfurnish8481 3 года назад +34

    This is incredibly accurate. If I didn’t hear the different voices I would think that this was THE Chicago doing a different take

  • @jazz4asahel
    @jazz4asahel 2 года назад +7

    Any band that can inspire another band to become one of the greatest bands in the world has got to be one of the greatest bands in the world. I told Ksenia she could do whatever makes her happy. She chose this and I'm happy to see her happy.

    • @dotlund1096
      @dotlund1096 2 года назад

      She looks very happy!

    • @jazz4asahel
      @jazz4asahel 2 года назад

      I actually don't know Ksenia. LoL

    • @dotlund1096
      @dotlund1096 2 года назад

      @@jazz4asahel 😂😂. Good one.

  • @michaelsowden5892
    @michaelsowden5892 Месяц назад +1

    I’ve listened to more Leonid Chicago in 5 years than Chicago itself in over 50 years.
    Awesome music and math work that way.

    • @hiker64
      @hiker64 Месяц назад

      I was thinking the same thing. Most of the Chicago I've heard throughout my life has been on AM and FM radio, but this is like hearing it again for the first time.

  • @williampinchbeck4321
    @williampinchbeck4321 3 года назад +5

    I hope that after covid is under control they could come to The USA and tour!! I think they would be a big hit!! They're fantastic!!!!

  • @selennaphillips2856
    @selennaphillips2856 2 года назад +4

    WOW!!!! Insane!!! Can not tell the difference between the original and cover. Love this song! Love this Band!!!!! Gives me butterflies and smiles!!!!

  • @ace789ful
    @ace789ful 5 месяцев назад +2

    So good! Such an excellent cover. I saw Chicago Transit Authority at the Texas International Pop Festival in 1969. No one hardly knew who they were. They did their complete first album and blew everybody away. Excellent version here of Call On Me!

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 3 месяца назад

      Agreed100 😂 the original Chicago members were fabulous and this group of musicians are excellent in every way ❤They are an outstanding Tribute to the original Chicago band💥⭐️✨🔥🔥🌹

  • @rogerdavis5447
    @rogerdavis5447 2 года назад +4

    There isn't a section of this band that aren't masters. I think the horns do a PERFECT job here. And Serge's vocals hit the Chicago Sweet Spot!

  • @drewandfrank
    @drewandfrank 3 года назад +14

    This group is INCREDIBLE. Of course, Ksenia is worth the price of admission 🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @lou5501
    @lou5501 Месяц назад

    Ha Ha - I just realized that I posted two messages on here, (a few years back), that only said "I" - and that was it!!! Don't know what happened. What I wanted to say was that this video was fabulous. I saw Leonid and Friends in New York, a couple of years ago and they were as brilliant in person as they are in these videos. An exceptional group of musicians/singers. Terrific harmonies, as always - and it was an absolute joy to see them live. Such talent and they present a terrific show, so don't miss them if they have a booking near you.

  • @kevinsnyder6039
    @kevinsnyder6039 5 лет назад +46

    Now that`s the way to do a cover. Sounded exactly like the original.

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    @peteabrh-fairest9463 4 месяца назад +3

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  • @clare1061
    @clare1061 4 года назад +1

    I watch Chicago on AXS TV from time to time and this band just blows them away. Chicago can never get their own music right.