Imagine crying at Pretzel Logic at 72 years old. As soon as the melody-line lit up so did I. Some things do live forever I suppose. Not, thankfully, "over along time ago."
Same here, Jack… I’m 76 and can’t believe I used to take this music for granted… much like the rest of the 70s music. We were truly blessed with the Best!
Donald Fagen and Walter Becker created some of the finest music ever written and this band recreates the magic impeccably and adds pure class to the mix.
And yet Boz Scaggs takes the crown here. Science can't explain that, but it's true! Boz's tunes were the best. Also that chuck berry with Michael on accordion... audience totally didn't get it, but what do you expect from our "elites" at Lincoln center? Golf claps & dysfunction & thievery.
Agree 100% Steve Miller whom Boz was vocalist for and Doobie Brothers who broke McDonald out after his stint w Steely Dan in the studio finest jazz rock blues incorporating the best from Texas to San Fran
You know when there’s a song you grew up listening to, you’ve heard it like a thousand times, and then one day you put on the Bose headphones and call it up .. and then you realize what a grand and glorious thing of sheer beauty you were privileged to have as part of your musical soul?? Well this is one of those songs.
Donald Fagen is a monster. What he and Walter Becker did is legend. And Fagen is a brilliant pianist with a real feel for structure. Awesome - the whole show.
they've repaired things, auto tuned some vocals, and really mixed it otherwise perfectly. But there are fixes too. .... in most live shows. My saddest is YESSONGS. real, live... umm ,some.
Me too, we were 19 yesterday , where did the years get away to… we still have the best music to show for it .. until it’s my turn to go . We are so fortunate!
If you've chosen to listen to this, then my comment might not be necessary, but here goes: the instruments are just tools. The music from pros like this comes directly from their hearts. That's the difference.
Here’s the thing, these artists are at the top of their field, experienced musicians with music and soul in their bones, and in their blood. They don’t try to outshine each other, they complement each other. Listen to the phrasing of the guitar, note perfect, it comes alive because of the musician, like the guitar is talking, expressing its own view of how magical these people really are together. Donald Fagan’s lingering, soulful piano, my god it doesn’t get any better. Wonderful. All of them.
SUCH a difficult tempo!! As a drummer, let me assure you that this is real *work* keeping everyone from rushing. This rhythm section is superb in every way, but most importantly, they hang on to the groove with an iron fist. Deep respect for those guys!
Having played R n R, POP, JAZZ and SOUL MUSIC for many years, I totally agree! (I primarily played BASS GUITAR!) Tempo can get really tricky, but the DRUMMER (AND the BASS!) can keep it steady!
I'm 27 and I've been drumming for over 20 years, with two incredible teachers who put me on to Steely Dan way after my dad did, and when I first saw this performance I thought it felt a little slow, but that said, the way man kept everyone in perfect time throughout is incredible! Shannon Forrest did such an amazing job and this is one of the best live performances of Pretzel Logic I've seen. A slow or even slow-ish blues, as a drummer is up there with the hardest tempos to keep to whilst keeping everyone in check, let alone without an in ear click track. Shannon and the rhythm like you said absolutely smashed this tune!
To be fair the drummer has in ears and it sounds possible that he might only have the click. Either way it's deceivingly difficult.....almost nobody's natural pulse is this slow.
@@DeelyStanimals even with in ears playing with a metronome especially a slow or slow-ish one takes more skill than to play to a faster one😄I’ve played live with backing tracks and that adds pressure because you really have to be on point with the click😂
This song is our favorite concert memory. My wife and I were standing in line outside the U. of Toledo sports arena on Sunday April 21, 1974, waiting for the doors to open for our first Steely Dan concert. It was so unusually warm that all the arena windows were open, when we suddenly heard the sound of "Pretzel Logic" being played live during the band's soundcheck. When they got to the song's bridge, and the line "Well I stepped up on the platform," we heard a voice that we knew was no longer Donald Fagen's. Two hours later, when they played it to a live audience, we could put Michael McDonald's face with that incredible voice we had had heard earlier. That was our introduction to Michael, a year before he would join The Doobie Brothers on tour to replace an ailing Tom Johnston.
God, would you tools stop talking abut auto tune while you talk about this.. and guess what.. there is auto tune on his voice here.. so ya not so smart... lol
Nobody has been able to fuse Blues, rock, jazz, country and latin with such taste as Fagen and Becker. They do it with such a nuance that you don't think of genre, you just listen to the song.
Jon Herrington on lead guitar - a major contribution to this magic-ianship. Just think what we would have missed if Don hadn't said; "Play another riff Jon, play another riff". This concert version has been resounding in my head for months now, it just won't go away - and I keep coming back here - pure addiction and I don't care. Thanks guys.
When I watch this, I see all these amazing, well educated professionals that have honed their skills playing countless hours “paying their dues”. Popular Music now is dominated by look, image and marketing. One flashing the pan after another. Oh, why do they all have to have some stupid stage name, why can’t they just use the name their mother gave them? Cher earned the right to be known by one name. Yes, I’m as old as I sound.
zzzzzzzz could be your l;ack of finding good stuff, and having an more open mind. Plus, this is doctored performances. For sure the Donald's vocal is "pitch corrected" And music is music even if you don't think it is. even if AI makes it. You don't get to decide. Me, 62 year old , life long multi instrumentalist, producer who loves something in everything. That is MUSIC
OH MY F..ING GOODNESS!! That was sublime! Fantastic Steely Dan song with one of my favourite voices ever, Michael McDonald, and an EXTREMELY underrated musician that is Boz Scaggs!!! This thrills me like nothing I've seen for years! Yay!!
At 65, I've seen my fair share of live concerts. Seeing this amazing collection of talent at their Toronto show remains one of my favourite shows. Boz Scaggs really is a scene stealer.
I do have to admit I got goosebumps on this one. The excellence of production, MMD, the jazzy complex melodies. the guitar work, EVERYTHING. These are SEASONED, GENIUS musicians in action. Scaggs is underrated. Fagen is a genius. MMD is ridiculous.
I loved McDonald's voice in the background of some of the Steely Dan songs. Not everyone was a fan of their music from the beginning. To each their own. Doesn't detract from Steely Dan's unique style!!
@@davidzuniga9362 I'm also among the fans who prefer Jeff & especially Simon with Toto; but Shannon also did a really decent job with the band. He could have been a little more original to himself though.
@@CaptainSpyware yeah but tbh I liked some of his playing a lot. For example (I hope my memory is right on this one) Simon played the fill of English eyes differently than Jeff did. But Shannon played it the same way as Jeffrey did
The difficulty. The beauty. The brilliance. The intensity. The smoothness. Some of the greats gathered together with Donald and Walter's work - doing it together at once - i'm a blathering idiot, yes, I know... but I'm left feeling as though I'm melting... everything about this brilliant song from that brilliant group that was like no other that will never be again - the incomparable Steely Dan. Today I feel so grateful I grew up with their music... that their music filled my college dorm room when I had free time; that they were popular on FM for a hella long time; that I have every one of their albums + their CDs + their downloads. Steely Dan is part of my gold mine. 🫠❤
@@jimmythebold589 It is when its used too much like in American Idol. Its kills the emotion. I actually hardly heard it here to be honest and have a musical background
Are you s recording engineer? I am. There is on Donald's microphpne. 2- why bring up auto tune, can't you just enjoy this? 3- you sound like an old mummy's fart with your needless auto tune crap. Don't listen then.. and again... there is on this live recording and many others you likely enjoy and don't realize.. so stop.
Three titans with legendary and unique voices. Herrington is a god. Wish Becker was here. Boz Scaggs is still sooo strong on the vocals and guitar. Thanks boys!
The intro of Donald noodling around is just so beautiful. He seriously is a fantastic pianist, his writing and production skills always takeaway from how skilled he is at his improvising.
This just has to be the best live performance I have ever watched in my entire life! I'd love to hear Mr McDonald sing the whole of that tune....Mr Fagan and Mr Scaggs just fabulous!! ❤️🎈💜💝💛💙💞🥂💘😘🤭💖💋
My wife (girlfriend at the time) and I saw this live from the balcony at Lincoln Center in NYC. There were PBS cameras throughout the venue with one about 5 feet to the left of us. I donated $100 to Channel 13, the NYC PBS carrier who sponsored the event, and received two tickets for my generosity. The performance was among the best I've ever seen. After the show ended, Donald Fagan announced to the audience that the recording crew need some songs to be redone. He went on to say that the audience could stay if they wished while they re-recorded some tracks. Almost no one left. Knowing that this would be released for sale at some point, I left anxiously awaiting that time. I snapped up the DVD once it was available and watched it right away. Although the DVD performance is really great, the live event seemed to have so much more energy. I've subsequently seen Steely Dan and Boz Scaggs perform live. Don't miss an opportunity if they play anywhere near your town. BTW If you want to hear a really great version of this song, and many other great performances, get the album, New York Rock and Soul Review. Michael McDonald's portion is amazing. Phoebe Snow (RIP) belts out a couple of powerful songs.
@@jackiemreekie4637 She was an amazing artist in every aspect. I wish I had been able to see her perform live. I'm glad you liked the story. This music should be enjoyed by all. Spread the joy. Below is a snippet, but you would enjoy the entire album. It looks to be out of print but used copies are available on ebay and elsewhere. ruclips.net/video/ZRVnx3J1ppU/видео.html
@@473mec I never knew that she has passed.... I loved her cover of Paul McCartneys "Every Nite" ... But back to those 3 legends! Who on earth managed to get all of them on to the one stage?? I'm 61 now but I was only in my early teens when it was all happening for them. What an era for such fabulous music and thankyou again for the links! Appreciated .. XXX 🥂💖🎈🎊🎉
I saw the Dukes of September in Raleigh awhile back and they were incredible! What will we do when all these guys are gone? I've been a huge fan of Steely Dan for 50 years now, since I was a freshman at UNC-Chapel in 1974....I guess I'm getting old too.
Three icons on stage doing what they do best playing real instruments and preforming flawlessly with a amazing band....this performance was phenomenal!!! Donald, Boz and Michael are true musicians that play timeless music...loved it!! Kids this is real music take notes🔥🔥🔥🔥
Steely Dan represents the pinnacle in musicianship and song writing imo, and they are a fave in my music catalogue. With that said, I don't feel like a proper tribute was given to walter becker, the second half of the "brain" behind their genius. We shouldn't forget that. And let's not forget the countless number of studio musicians who were part of their sound, who endured take, after take, after take, after take, to get "it" just right to Donald and Walter’s standards. I think an announcement should be made at each concert with a moment of silence....just sayin', this should be top protocol. I'm sure many would concur. R.I.P. Walter becker.
I agree, in principle. However, I think they went through enough grieving in a way that we can't relate to. My guess is that those moments aren't happening because of the pain it brings, and they want to honor him instead by the playing they offer.
aww man, i forgot he died. 2017 and 2016 were the worst years for celebrity deaths, and 20`6 marked the beginning of the end of american democracy, alas...
I had the great pleasure of seeing Michael McDonald in person several years ago. This man can belt out the soul like you wouldn't believe, without breaking a sweat. His rendition of Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" was killer. I also had the great pleasure of seeing Steely Dan a couple of years later. To seem them performing together again (with the great Boz Scaggs in the mix?) is a real treat. It doesn't get better than that.
Love Fagan saying, “Take another eight.” He may have needed time to think of the words, but I think he was just digging Herrington’s guitar. Either way, that’s the beauty of love music performed by pro players!
Holy crap! Ridiculous how good and confident these three are in their art and in themselves. Thanks I’ve bought records from all three! Helped shape my journey
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This, ladies and gentleman, is how it's done.
❤❤❤
Yes indeed 😊
Yes indeed.
Not really. A shadow of the song.
Mother of god. Unbelievable. McDonald’s voice is killer. Fagen is just incomparable. Herrington is legend. The whole thing just destroys me.
Well said
staggering talent
Fagen was never great at singing, but he always tried and tried
@@GatlingGunEnthusiast ???
Yep, I agree, these guys are legends, talent oozes out of 'em
All these top hits released in the 70’s. Man. What. A. Decade. Of. Music. Never again. Such top talent.
You got all that right! Nail on Head man.
say it all the time
Mother of God is right ....I was overwhelmed
❤❤❤
Ah those days are gone forever, over a long time ago!
Imagine crying at Pretzel Logic at 72 years old. As soon as the melody-line lit up so did I. Some things do live forever I suppose. Not, thankfully, "over along time ago."
You and me both, Jack. I’m a little older than you; we’re still listening, still loving it. Liz Davies from Aus
❤️🥁😎
This isn't just music---- it's also a religious experience. My GOD, THANK YOUfor these perfectly excellent musicians!!!!
Same here, Jack… I’m 76 and can’t believe I used to take this music for granted… much like the rest of the 70s music. We were truly blessed with the Best!
63 here. Same! A kid once.
Boz singing that second verse is amazing - what an Icon.
You realise that he's actually got the best voice for this song. Better than Fagen, better even than McDonald, to my ear.
Bluesy and soulful - you can hear he's been places
Definitely liked Boz best on this, and the chorus with him in the mix was the best, wish he didn't lay out on the others.
Memphis Slim remember "Loan Me a Dime " from those days. Heard much good music at
Slims in SF.
I always thought Boz was tragically under appreciated. And Silk Degrees may have been the greatest album cover of all time!
This is a case study on how a great drummer makes everyone sound better. So tasteful.
So much talent on one stage. Their catalog of music defines a generation.
Donald Fagen has been, is and will always be a musical genius.
A HUGE GENIUS !
So true one of the best
Without a doubt. An absolute genius.
57 years old. My heart weeps for this music of my youth. I adored steely dan
STILL DO!!!!
Me too ; love Steely Dan !
Always will love them!
With you! 67 now. I was 17 when I fell in love with these superlative musicians.
Pretzel Logic - SUCH a magnificent groove!!
Steely Dan will always be my favorite band. Watching this almost brings me to tears. Rest in Peace Walter.
Saw Steely Dan in concert back in 1969 at Civic Center Music Hall in OKC.
I second that!
Yeah same here love them got it on in the car constantly lol
Mine too. ✌️
SD#1, Beatles#2
Donald Fagen and Walter Becker created some of the finest music ever written and this band recreates the magic impeccably and adds pure class to the mix.
My sentiments exactly..... since 1973
And yet Boz Scaggs takes the crown here.
Science can't explain that, but it's true!
Boz's tunes were the best.
Also that chuck berry with Michael on accordion... audience totally didn't get it, but what do you expect from our "elites" at Lincoln center? Golf claps & dysfunction & thievery.
Just the Best!!!
Agree 100% Steve Miller whom Boz was vocalist for and Doobie Brothers who broke McDonald out after his stint w Steely Dan in the studio finest jazz rock blues incorporating the best from Texas to San Fran
Who’s the guitarist please? SG?
Two words: Sheer class.
Micheal McDonnell's voice transports you into a spiritual experience!
Absolutely LOVE it when he chimes in to this song!
100% correct
Seems to be on my own here. Was loving it until MM joined in.
@@johnlratcliffe He's a HAS BEEN for sure, and Fagan ain't much better. They should have had Scaggs sing the majority of it. Good band though!
You know when there’s a song you grew up listening to, you’ve heard it like a thousand times, and then one day you put on the Bose headphones and call it up .. and then you realize what a grand and glorious thing of sheer beauty you were privileged to have as part of your musical soul?? Well this is one of those songs.
True!
My car came with Bose and I was listening to. Music I've never truly knew!
100% Agree with that statement!!
Amen Brother. I've got my Bose headphones on now.
Donald Fagen is a monster. What he and Walter Becker did is legend. And Fagen is a brilliant pianist with a real feel for structure. Awesome - the whole show.
Absolutely
Even with all their success Fagen is an underrated pianist.
Two of the very best vocalists/pianist on the same stage. Never leave Michael McDonald out of that conversation
All of these guys are exceptional artists in every aspect of the word.
@@richlavino7295…….very well mentioned! Michael M. is one of the very great vocalists over several generations.
65 years OLD have i ever HEARD a BETTER live band i really dont so
they've repaired things, auto tuned some vocals, and really mixed it otherwise perfectly. But there are fixes too. .... in most live shows. My saddest is YESSONGS. real, live... umm ,some.
@@morbidmanmusic roundabout
Me too, we were 19 yesterday , where did the years get away to… we still have the best music to show for it .. until it’s my turn to go . We are so fortunate!
@@morbidmanmusicha, saw Yes in the round. What a fun time.
If anyone still wonders just what live musical excellence is - just hit "replay."
You are correct.
If you've chosen to listen to this, then my comment might not be necessary, but here goes: the instruments are just tools. The music from pros like this comes directly from their hearts. That's the difference.
Where is "replay".. can't find it..😳
@@jimmiewolfe6148 🤦
This is greatness
I love the slow almost ponderous way it starts and it just builds up and up. Those days are gone forever 😢
Here’s the thing, these artists are at the top of their field, experienced musicians with music and soul in their bones, and in their blood. They don’t try to outshine each other, they complement each other. Listen to the phrasing of the guitar, note perfect, it comes alive because of the musician, like the guitar is talking, expressing its own view of how magical these people really are together. Donald Fagan’s lingering, soulful piano, my god it doesn’t get any better. Wonderful. All of them.
Some of my all time favorites
Agreed. That guitarist is the one appearing on The Eagles live concerts , amazing talent especially his guitar duet with Joe Walsh in HC
@@normatible9795 Fantastic, I agree
They're are true pros.
McDonald & Leno are cosmic brothers!
SUCH a difficult tempo!! As a drummer, let me assure you that this is real *work* keeping everyone from rushing. This rhythm section is superb in every way, but most importantly, they hang on to the groove with an iron fist. Deep respect for those guys!
No headphones no click track, didn't jockey along it was superb
Having played R n R, POP, JAZZ and SOUL MUSIC for many years, I totally agree! (I primarily played BASS GUITAR!) Tempo can get really tricky, but the DRUMMER (AND the BASS!) can keep it steady!
I'm 27 and I've been drumming for over 20 years, with two incredible teachers who put me on to Steely Dan way after my dad did, and when I first saw this performance I thought it felt a little slow, but that said, the way man kept everyone in perfect time throughout is incredible! Shannon Forrest did such an amazing job and this is one of the best live performances of Pretzel Logic I've seen. A slow or even slow-ish blues, as a drummer is up there with the hardest tempos to keep to whilst keeping everyone in check, let alone without an in ear click track. Shannon and the rhythm like you said absolutely smashed this tune!
To be fair the drummer has in ears and it sounds possible that he might only have the click. Either way it's deceivingly difficult.....almost nobody's natural pulse is this slow.
@@DeelyStanimals even with in ears playing with a metronome especially a slow or slow-ish one takes more skill than to play to a faster one😄I’ve played live with backing tracks and that adds pressure because you really have to be on point with the click😂
"I have never met Napoleon but I plan to find the time" - Just love it 🥰🥰
Boz Scaggs. Micheal Mc Donald. Donald Fagan. That was badass.
Saw the Dukes about 10-15 years ago when the toured around. Great show. All great musicians.
Fagen is such a perfectionist.
And it shows beyond imagination.
This song is our favorite concert memory. My wife and I were standing in line outside the U. of Toledo sports arena on Sunday April 21, 1974, waiting for the doors to open for our first Steely Dan concert. It was so unusually warm that all the arena windows were open, when we suddenly heard the sound of "Pretzel Logic" being played live during the band's soundcheck. When they got to the song's bridge, and the line "Well I stepped up on the platform," we heard a voice that we knew was no longer Donald Fagen's. Two hours later, when they played it to a live audience, we could put Michael McDonald's face with that incredible voice we had had heard earlier. That was our introduction to Michael, a year before he would join The Doobie Brothers on tour to replace an ailing Tom Johnston.
Saw them at the Iowa State University homecoming concert in 1973. That was all it took. The Dan, my band
@@shawnls9295 Did they let drummer Jim Hodder sing "Midnite Cruiser" in 1973? That was my one disappointment about the '74 tour.
This a Master Class. Boz Scaggs and Micheal McDonald signing back up.
I can't give this enough likes!
Do so many take this music for granted? Memory lane reminds me of so many musical treasures SD's has crafted.
Indeed!
All these white soul brothas that I grew up with . This is music ❤❤
These artists have all signature voices and musical talents above and beyond and have no excuses.
WOW. Jon Herrington's guitar solos and sound are better than ever! What a pleasant surprise to have Boz there. Beautiful job by everybody!
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🍾❤️
yup...the guy rips....
Boz is always at his peak performance.
@@scottclute7443 Yes! I saw his band with amazing Drew Zingg on guitar, who also played with Steely Dan, so the circle is complete!
I need a fuzz box.....,!
Auto tune didn't exist when these songs were written, it's all pure. When the best musians are all together, it becomes magical
God, would you tools stop talking abut auto tune while you talk about this.. and guess what.. there is auto tune on his voice here.. so ya not so smart... lol
Unfortunately they used it on the live recordings. Great performance still
@@mr.brownstone9943 yes....its sad but ok
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Thank God, that the brilliant Boz was not left out of this number, the man's talents and skills are endless. Incredible musician, ❤🎉😅
Music that makes my 67 year old soul very happy. Love Steely Dan! Fagen, Boz and Michael! Fabulous. ❤😊
Nobody has been able to fuse Blues, rock, jazz, country and latin with such taste as Fagen and Becker.
They do it with such a nuance that you don't think of genre, you just listen to the song.
Michael McDonald doing what he does best, ABSOLUTELY KILLING IT! 😍
Jon Herrington on lead guitar - a major contribution to this magic-ianship. Just think what we would have missed if Don hadn't said; "Play another riff Jon, play another riff". This concert version has been resounding in my head for months now, it just won't go away - and I keep coming back here - pure addiction and I don't care. Thanks guys.
SD always wanted the best. Saw him with them when I saw them live.
Fagan asked Herrington to “play another eight” (bars of the intro).
@@Dad3Sons Who cares. It ammounts to the same thing.
Boz KILLS that second verse!
Pay attention, kids. This is music! Old dudes rock!
kids?.. like adults don't suck. Stop with that crap cliche. Plus, it is pitch corrected vocals... like the kids do... you know.
Those days are gone forever
Sad
When I watch this, I see all these amazing, well educated professionals that have honed their skills playing countless hours “paying their dues”. Popular Music now is dominated by look, image and marketing. One flashing the pan after another.
Oh, why do they all have to have some stupid stage name, why can’t they just use the name their mother gave them? Cher earned the right to be known by one name.
Yes, I’m as old as I sound.
Thnx for this. Amazing performance get to watch for free
3 of the smoothest voices in rock history singing harmony. Pure joy
When Music still was made by people with actual musical talent and was still moving forward, not just for $$$
zzzzzzzz could be your l;ack of finding good stuff, and having an more open mind. Plus, this is doctored performances. For sure the Donald's vocal is "pitch corrected" And music is music even if you don't think it is. even if AI makes it. You don't get to decide. Me, 62 year old , life long multi instrumentalist, producer who loves something in everything. That is MUSIC
Ladies and gentlemen.......LEGENDS!!!!!......so glad I got to grow up with such talented musicians and performers......LOVE IT!!!!!
The three best musicians of the 70's on one stage? Amazing!
Probably my favourite Steely Dan song. This version is really something special. The mood, the intricacies, the shared vocals are incredible.
This was an underplayed Steely Dan song. ruclips.net/video/9YxK-swFREo/видео.html
iT'S DUKES OF SEPTEMBER. bACK UP SINGERS ARE MONET AND THE OTHER GIRL, BOZ'S BACKUO SINGER. BAND I ASSUME IS STEELE DAN BAND.
The Herrington solo at the begining is 🤌🤌
They are so right...the days of this great music are gone forever...and I am so sorry 😢
This whole ensemble of musicians, as well as this particular song,.. is a gift from God !
Amen!
No god, just talented people.
My intro to Steely Dan? 13 yrs old and 6 8tracks for a penny! 46 yr later still mesmerized!
" This might be a long time ago ." But it was HUGE & BEAUTIFUL!
"Give em another 8 there Jon....another 8"
..hits me perfectly every, single, time.
What is Fagen referring to? "Give em another 8 there Jon....another 8"
OH MY F..ING GOODNESS!! That was sublime! Fantastic Steely Dan song with one of my favourite voices ever, Michael McDonald, and an EXTREMELY underrated musician that is Boz Scaggs!!! This thrills me like nothing I've seen for years! Yay!!
I wish you saw it in person!! It was an intensly visceral reaction!!
Couldnt have said it better myself!
Isn't it just amazing? Perfection!
Nothing like real singer/songwriters doing their thing.
OMG what a perfect laid back shuffle thanks to Richard Purdie
@@wernerrohr7259 I think Jeff Porcaro played drums on this, if you are referring to the studio version.
I've read that Jim Gordon was on drums on the original. Timothy B Schmit did backing vocals on the album (as he also did on The Royal Scam and Aja.)
look at the talent in that room
You can't beat this quality of musicianship.
einer der besten Blues Sessions die ich jemals gehört habe...Genial
Phil Donahue is doing a great job on keys and vocals
And the best comment award goes to.........Dash Riprock!!!! Yeah, baby!!!
You win the internet for that comment. Be sure to play again and play often!!!!
I love the internet sometimes 😆
Hey you rat -- You stole my comment, it was like looking into the mirror when I read it!
Reminds me of Jay Leno.
WOW! Michael McDonald; Boz Scaggs? And that band? Donald @ the helm? Can’t get any better than that!!!😌❤️🎶🎹👍🏾
I love that the guitarsolo is not the same as on the record; Jon is giving his own twist on it!
Agree
At 65, I've seen my fair share of live concerts. Seeing this amazing collection of talent at their Toronto show remains one of my favourite shows. Boz Scaggs really is a scene stealer.
Saw Boz with the future ‘Toto’ boys in 76 . Silk degrees was just coming out .
The Boz man, just incredible, so much genuine talent.
Michael McDonald once again showing his top-level call and response chops.
I do have to admit I got goosebumps on this one. The excellence of production, MMD, the jazzy complex melodies. the guitar work, EVERYTHING. These are SEASONED, GENIUS musicians in action. Scaggs is underrated. Fagen is a genius. MMD is ridiculous.
Me too. Chills up and down. Sooo good!
Yes yes and yes
Ive been to 4 Boz concets, not underrated in my house, voice like silk. Best backup singers that have ever sung backup.
Just doesn't get any better than this. I've been a huge fan of Steely Dan since their first album in 1972. I'm also a huge fan of Michael McDonald...
I loved McDonald's voice in the background of some of the Steely Dan songs. Not everyone was a fan of their music from the beginning. To each their own. Doesn't detract from Steely Dan's unique style!!
My heart yearns for Walter. Donald as always, is very chill. Michael, oh Michael, this is your new home. Just brilliant.
Herrington's solo is a masterful interpretation and flawless in execution. His understated style is what does it for me.
Drummer is killing it playing and best sounding drums ever👍👍👍
Shannon Forrest, drummer of Toto for the last years
Beautiful set up terrific playing
@@danvincent2600 if you say so. Tbh I never liked him during Toto. I'm a Jeff-Simom guy, but he's obviously not a bad drummer
@@davidzuniga9362 I'm also among the fans who prefer Jeff & especially Simon with Toto; but Shannon also did a really decent job with the band. He could have been a little more original to himself though.
@@CaptainSpyware yeah but tbh I liked some of his playing a lot. For example (I hope my memory is right on this one) Simon played the fill of English eyes differently than Jeff did. But Shannon played it the same way as Jeffrey did
The difficulty. The beauty. The brilliance. The intensity. The smoothness. Some of the greats gathered together with Donald and Walter's work - doing it together at once - i'm a blathering idiot, yes, I know... but I'm left feeling as though I'm melting... everything about this brilliant song from that brilliant group that was like no other that will never be again - the incomparable Steely Dan. Today I feel so grateful I grew up with their music... that their music filled my college dorm room when I had free time; that they were popular on FM for a hella long time; that I have every one of their albums + their CDs + their downloads. Steely Dan is part of my gold mine. 🫠❤
No auto tune here...I can’t get enough of Fagan’s brilliance
There's some autotune here and there, but who cares.
there's nothing wrong with using pitch correction. don't be a reactionary...
@@jimmythebold589 It is when its used too much like in American Idol. Its kills the emotion. I actually hardly heard it here to be honest and have a musical background
@@timhugill9836 ?? you dont hear it ? Im musically trained and i do.
Are you s recording engineer? I am.
There is on Donald's microphpne.
2- why bring up auto tune, can't you just enjoy this?
3- you sound like an old mummy's fart with your needless auto tune crap.
Don't listen then.. and again... there is on this live recording and many others you likely enjoy and don't realize.. so stop.
Such confidence to play this song at such a slow tempo.
Too slow for me!
@@kristindeppe6752 Play at 1.25x ;-)
I know Peter. I kept waiting for it to pick up in my brain ! Still very brilliant !
it was perfect, y'all are insane 😂
Musical magic performed by an Elite group of musicians! My perfection! God does exist! In all of us!….Some of us, a bit more!…lol
Wow, Boz's voice is better than ever!
Just unbelievable!!! This is brillant!!
Saw Boz in Auckland New Zealand in the 70s open air concert bloody awesome
Boz performed at the Edmonton Folk Music Festival about 10 years ago. What an amazing treat and bucket list experience to see him there!
70’s rule! Steely Dan, does it get any better than this?
A lot of people don't know that Mike got his big break when Jeff Porcaro recommended him to play keys and sing backup for Steely Dan.
Boz showing how it’s done on this one. Fantastic voice.
I love the way they slowed it down a little and added more blues. Awesome Version.
Goosebumps all over. Thanks!
Three titans with legendary and unique voices. Herrington is a god. Wish Becker was here. Boz Scaggs is still sooo strong on the vocals and guitar. Thanks boys!
The intro of Donald noodling around is just so beautiful. He seriously is a fantastic pianist, his writing and production skills always takeaway from how skilled he is at his improvising.
I love the way boz tilts his head back when he is singing, trival maybe, but the Boz man can do no wrong ❤🎉❤🎉
All hail the Boz man, brilliant, brilliant, Boz ❤❤🎉
This just has to be the best live performance I have ever watched in my entire life! I'd love to hear Mr McDonald sing the whole of that tune....Mr Fagan and Mr Scaggs just fabulous!! ❤️🎈💜💝💛💙💞🥂💘😘🤭💖💋
My wife (girlfriend at the time) and I saw this live from the balcony at Lincoln Center in NYC. There were PBS cameras throughout the venue with one about 5 feet to the left of us. I donated $100 to Channel 13, the NYC PBS carrier who sponsored the event, and received two tickets for my generosity. The performance was among the best I've ever seen. After the show ended, Donald Fagan announced to the audience that the recording crew need some songs to be redone. He went on to say that the audience could stay if they wished while they re-recorded some tracks. Almost no one left. Knowing that this would be released for sale at some point, I left anxiously awaiting that time. I snapped up the DVD once it was available and watched it right away. Although the DVD performance is really great, the live event seemed to have so much more energy. I've subsequently seen Steely Dan and Boz Scaggs perform live. Don't miss an opportunity if they play anywhere near your town. BTW If you want to hear a really great version of this song, and many other great performances, get the album, New York Rock and Soul Review. Michael McDonald's portion is amazing. Phoebe Snow (RIP) belts out a couple of powerful songs.
@@473mec that was a fabulous story you just told me and yes I will look for those versions you've mentioned to me .. thankyou so much for this 🥳🥂
@@473mec god I love pheobe snow too.. 🥂
@@jackiemreekie4637 She was an amazing artist in every aspect. I wish I had been able to see her perform live. I'm glad you liked the story. This music should be enjoyed by all. Spread the joy. Below is a snippet, but you would enjoy the entire album. It looks to be out of print but used copies are available on ebay and elsewhere. ruclips.net/video/ZRVnx3J1ppU/видео.html
@@473mec I never knew that she has passed.... I loved her cover of Paul McCartneys "Every Nite" ... But back to those 3 legends! Who on earth managed to get all of them on to the one stage?? I'm 61 now but I was only in my early teens when it was all happening for them. What an era for such fabulous music and thankyou again for the links! Appreciated .. XXX 🥂💖🎈🎊🎉
To whomever conceived this combination of talent - thank you!
Saw Steely Dan in 2011. It was like a religious experience. They were amazing.
I saw the Dukes of September in Raleigh awhile back and they were incredible! What will we do when all these guys are gone? I've been a huge fan of Steely Dan for 50 years now, since I was a freshman at UNC-Chapel in 1974....I guess I'm getting old too.
Pure class....and Boz still has such a great distinct voice. Superb!!!!!!
Three icons on stage doing what they do best playing real instruments and preforming flawlessly with a amazing band....this performance was phenomenal!!! Donald, Boz and Michael are true musicians that play timeless music...loved it!! Kids this is real music take notes🔥🔥🔥🔥
"Three icons on stage?" uhhhh....more like FOUR icons!! You gotta give the great guitarist Jon Herrington' his props ALSO!!
Wow! The moment the audience realizes the song Donald Fagan is about to play. Goosebumps!...
I just realised, that Steely Dan is the coolest band on planet Earth.
😊
Absolutely iconic, finest musicians coming together for this beautiful performance. Wonderful!
Three of the all-time Masters! These men/groups are in all of the most fantastic and memorable moments of my life.
Thanks for being there ❤
Steely Dan represents the pinnacle in musicianship and song writing imo, and they are a fave in my music catalogue. With that said, I don't feel like a proper tribute was given to walter becker, the second half of the "brain" behind their genius. We shouldn't forget that. And let's not forget the countless number of studio musicians who were part of their sound, who endured take, after take, after take, after take, to get "it" just right to Donald and Walter’s standards. I think an announcement should be made at each concert with a moment of silence....just sayin', this should be top protocol. I'm sure many would concur. R.I.P. Walter becker.
I agree, in principle. However, I think they went through enough grieving in a way that we can't relate to. My guess is that those moments aren't happening because of the pain it brings, and they want to honor him instead by the playing they offer.
aww man, i forgot he died. 2017 and 2016 were the worst years for celebrity deaths, and 20`6 marked the beginning of the end of american democracy, alas...
@@jimmythebold589 You can leave the politics out of it, please... (...and we're doing stellar now, aren't we? 🙄)
@got ruut Exactly
@@gordonspond Take your own advice. Please.
the "Boz" sounds as soulful as ever, and Michael McDonald excellent as always. TDOS awesome.
New Zealand stands and applauds.
I could listen to Jon Herington play all day. The man is awesome 😎.
Damn, I'd love to have seen this live. Nailed Pretzel Logic.
Pretty sure these guys nailed everything they play,excellence is not the exception it’s the practice.
I had the great pleasure of seeing Michael McDonald in person several years ago. This man can belt out the soul like you wouldn't believe, without breaking a sweat. His rendition of Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" was killer. I also had the great pleasure of seeing Steely Dan a couple of years later. To seem them performing together again (with the great Boz Scaggs in the mix?) is a real treat. It doesn't get better than that.
One word “Perfection”
Love Fagan saying, “Take another eight.” He may have needed time to think of the words, but I think he was just digging Herrington’s guitar. Either way, that’s the beauty of love music performed by pro players!
No that was for walter but nice analysis
Live music of that quality can bring me to tears of love, happiness, & gratitude!
Ah the memories, thank you gentlemen, brilliant !
This is the great music of our generation !
That's what we call professionals in the business....alot of talent on stage there boys and girls 💯%
This is why Jazz-Rock can and will never die! Purely unbelievable!
Holy crap! Ridiculous how good and confident these three are in their art and in themselves. Thanks I’ve bought records from all three! Helped shape my journey