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there are no technically poor SD tracks. every song had nothing but THE BEST studio musicians Donald and Walter could assemble..
this band is made up of all the people you didnt know you loved who made so many of the songs of the 60-70-80s and 90s sound so good on the studio albums of so many famous bands..
Bodhisattva, Kid Charlemagne, Time out of Mind, Hey Nineteen, Reeling in the Years are a few of many killer Steely Dan tracks.
And the occasional drop in by Michael McDonald@@ripvanwinkle2002
@@EpicFrozenMoment im not as impressed with him as everyone else is though im in no way saying his work is bad...
big fan of Doobie Brothers too..
ive just never thought his singing was great or hard since i can nail it in any track i sing myself ( not even trying to claim im a pro singer.. but MM tracks are my "rest breaks" when i do my garage band stuff..)
@@BlackGuardXIII FM Gaucho Deacon Blues Dr Wu... i think it would be easier to list the few "mediocre" tracks to not bother with till youve heard the rest LOL
This is my favorite rabbit hole. Steely Dan's whole body of music is astounding. There is not a tighter band - ever.
Nothing compares to Steely Dan. They are a very distinct genre of themselves lol kinda like Pink Floyd is :)
The musicianship, transition/structure, the range... swoon
1977
Steely Dan is not really a rabbit hole. More of a rabbit canyon if such a thing exists. I've seem them live and I agree that they are amazingly tight. One comparable tightness wise is Union Station of Alison Kraus fame. Both are awesome treats from master musicians in a concert venue. If you have such opportunity, don't miss either.
Or a deeper rabbit hole.
The album Aja was one that changed the shape of music. The musicians who played were all famous. You need to listen to the entire album over and over again. Investigate who's playing bass, drums, guitar. You can watch the documentary about Steely Dan. It will be very informative for your inquisitive mind!!
Carlton, Purdie, Rainey, Skunk Baxter, Steve Gadd, Parks, Jay Graydon....all amazing session guys, legends!
Michael Mc D on this on background vocals as well.
And the “Classic Albums” episode on Aja is must-watch.
The incredible bass line is supplied by bassist extraordinaire, Chuck Rainey. He played bass on the Sanford and Son theme song too. He's almost too good.
Chuck Rainey is magic. I mean, he was their go-to until the last album. Becker barely picked up the bass other than to write the basic parts that Chuck then got to elevate.
I love his slap bass playing!
@@richardlaiche8303cool! Thanks for the story-goes! I appreciate when folks buck suggestions and the opinions of others. Great is great!
He is actually too good.
Steely Dan is a great American rock band founded in 1971. They had a lot of great hits such as "Do It Again", "Dirty Work", "Rikki Don't Lose That Number", "Hey Nineteen", "Josie", "Aja", "Kid Charlemagne", "Reelin' In The Years", "Deacon Blues", "FM", "Show Biz Kids", "My Old School", "Babylon Sisters" etc."
Bodhisattva too 😊
i know this is a tangent, but have you heard the mashup called steeley danzig? dirty work with mother lyrics.
Those songs practically defined FM radio back in the 70's
FM is awesome! You should do it!
I love the up-beats with the snark of the lyrics😂
"Feels a little jazzy," he says. Thats adorable.
lol right? it is Jazz dude
If you were invited to play with Steely Dan, you can expect to get any gig you want. You are probably that good.
When that Michael McDonald kicks in……
Steely Dan were more like an aesthetic than a band. Fagen and Becker assembled the musicians they wanted specifically to get the sound they wanted. Their records contain the who's who of studio musicians. Not to mention they are gifted song writers and musicians themselves.
Exactly!!
They used 40 session musicians for this album, being the perfectionists they are, and the entire album is fire! You were close, it was 1977! Thanks for this!! Great reaction to an awesome song! Hope everyone's holiday season is filled with all of your favorite things!
Including Michael McDonald singing back vocals on this song!
Hitting play on Black Cow off the same record will put a smile on your face immediately.
Ahhh... My High School years. No better music than the '70s. It'll never happen again, and that gives me comfort in a weird way...
Me too. High school - but they were still going strong in my university days.
Steely Dan was played on multiple radio genres. Jazz, R&B, Rock, Pop. In 1989, De La Soul sampled this for their song "Eye Know".. This group is special
I think they have a Funk element that doesn't get acknowledged enough. They get lumped into some R&B but the more people listen to the beat, especially the bass, you can hear the Funk
Michael Macdonald on backing vocals too! Stellar track!
Finally! Steely Dan! 2 musical genius eggheads combine their talents and change music forever! To me, Peg is their most commercial sounding creation. Every album is a classic adventure into the intoxicating world of Donald and Walter. Catchy tune, but just scratches the surface of the most versatile band who refuses to be put into stereotypical categories of music. Steely Dan is in a category of their own. Thanks Polo! 👕♥️
The bass line (played by Chuck Rainey) ) is mind-blowing. And the use of space in both the music and the mixing/mastering is amazing.
Thanks for the upload.
Steely Dan "Do It Again" is absolute 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This song was released in 1977. It is one of my favorite tracks. You should listen to Donald Fagen's work as well!
Smooth. Jazzy. Funky. Can never go wrong with Steely Dan.
Top to bottom, this is arguably the greatest album ever. Aja is a masterpiece, as is the title track, which I'd definitely recommend a react to in order to get a great sense of their phenomenal musicianship!
Cannot deny this song is a classic example of their fusion brilliance.
Now you’re onto one of the greatest bands of all time! Listen for Michael McDonald on the chorus on Peg!😊1977! The genius Chuck Rainey on bass! Jay Grayson on lead guitar. The Dan changed musicians on every album. Perfectionists. They were highly sampled- like their Black Cow- sampled for “ Uptown- Deja Vu “ by Peter Guns and Lord Tariq.
Kanye sampled part of "Kid Charlemaign" also.
Michael McDonald harnonized with himself in this song too. Very cool
'Rikki Don't Lose That Number' is probably my favorite from this group. Ahhh, high school.
Walter Becker and Donald Fagan are amazing!
Steely Dan is an endlessly rewarding musical experience. With rare exceptions, I've listened to Steely Dan several times a week since I first heard Rikki Don't Lose That Number in the 1970s.
Their catalog and creativity are astounding. You'll love discovering this "band". Pick any song recommendation and I'm pretty sure you'll be impressed.
I was fortunate to see them at Red Rocks with Michael McDonald.
Ooh nice
The McDan Tour. Saw them at Jones Beach in NY. Phenomenal. Saw them again last year at the Hollywood Bowl. Still amazing.
Young man, I love your reactions....please,please, PLEASE!!!, more Steely Dan! Josie, and FM!!! The baseline in these songs was made for your ears🎉😊
Steely Dan will be on replay inside my coffin. Glad you liked it.
I saw them in concert back in the day soooo many times…fantastic band and one of my faves!!!
Once you’ve played one Steely Dan track you’ll want more.There like a drug.
I think what most younger folks don’t realize is just how extensive the entire catalog of Classic Rock is. To really put it in perspective, you have to understand that from around 1968 to somewhere around the mid 80s, new music at or very near this quality and caliber was dropping 2 or 3 times a week, EVERY SINGLE WEEK. The list of artists and bands who have multiple albums with multiple hits would fill a very thick volume. To say that we were spoiled is a colossal understatement. And when you compare what came after that era, maybe you can understand why so many of us just turned off the radio. No one actually plays an instrument any more and everything is digital and/or vulgar. There’s no musicianship and no genuine artistry. I’m 65 years old now and my only real consolation is that young people, like you, are discovering all this great music and I get to relive a little of the magic with you. Thank you 🙏 You are why Rock N Roll will never die. ❤
I had the pleasure of seeing Steely Dan at Red Rocks, Michael McDonald opened, then joined SD for part of the show. It was absolutely astounding. One of the best shows I have ever seen. This is coming from someone who grew up in the 60's, 70's and 80's listening to the best, having the opportunity to see some of the best bands ever.
Steely Dan is one of my favorite groups. All of their stuff is great.
One of my favourite songs. Chuck Rainey killing it on the bass.
Polo, Steely Dan is one of, if not the "tightest groups" ever. Their music is distinctive and musically complex - like no other, even today - 50 years later. They are one of my favorites of all time!
Every note is sheer perfection. Endlessly inventive. Impeccable, all of their stuff.
When they sing “blueprint blue”, I can smell ammonia in my mind.
I grew up listening to Steely Dan a lot and found that they don’t have any bad music. I’m also a bass player and you’re right this is a great bass part. I remember playing for a group a few years ago and having to learn this bass part and enjoying it.
Best album ever !!!! Home at last is also great !!!! Michael McDonald’s
Vocals so special !!!!!
Actually... it was "elephant" bell bottoms, black Chuck Taylors, big hair, a tube top and roach-clip earrings. Kid Charlemagne next!!! (their early song has a lovely easter egg you'll like)
I had an earworm stuck for months of Larry Carlton's solo on Kid Charlemagne. A great next step for you Polo.
"Groove" pretty much describes the music of the '80s. It was all about the groove and we were all chilling and enjoying the groove together. It was a great time to be alive!
Def not like today. People hate each other so much now that there will never be times like before.
This may be the Purrdy Shuffle
This is from 77
Chuck Rainey on bass...sooo good!
Steely Dan, your favorite band’s favorite band.
Rainey had to sneak in the slapping. Fagen and Becker said that they didn't want it. So Rainey, being the virtuoso that he is, hid behind a riser during takes. So glad he did! The Bass, as Polo points out, makes the tune. The groove is huge!
👍Old school groooooovvvvyyyy !! 🖖❤
Came out in 1977. Every song on Aja is great! Who am I kidding, every Steely Dan song is great!
1977 and off to college. This band was my go to band when I was driving my car. All the feels. Would not be my first choice of their song but still great. Thank you!
Me too in 77!
You are keeping it alive for youngsters ?
Absolutely. Most kids don't realize we "old folks" lived this music from day one. @@pete3883
70's ❤
The quote that took me back to Steely Dan was from Jimmy Page who said his favorite guitar song was from Reelin in the years by Dan. He rated it a 12/10. That’s a major compliment from the master from Zep. I was thinking of recommending Do it again or FM as an intro for you.
You were close on the decade though as their biggest albums were from 1972 to 1980. They were such a polished studio band that took time and love to craft nearly perfect music. I would say they were nearly totally unique as they seldom toured. They would be damn sure poor today with streaming. I would really love hearing a few more when you get to them. 🖖🏼
I'm a keybaord player and Chuck Rainey's bass line was one of the first things I ever learned off a recording. I didn't realize at the time that I was listening to one of the most legendary bass tracks ever recorded.
Yeah. That last part you said. Everybody knows this song - and we NEVER tire of listening to it. Good choice. Nice reaction. 👍👍👍👍👍
One of the absolute GREATEST musical groups EVER. You can’t go wrong with ANY Steely Dan track.
Chuck Rainey was a legend in the LA studio musician scene. He played bass on a lot of Steely Dan tracks.
Oh wow, where do I start Lol? Just hearing this song December of 2023??? I grew up in the 70's and 80's and this, and dozens of other Steely Dan songs played on the radio constantly! So often, that they sometimes got a little old....but I truly love, love Steely Dan. I've been obsessed with them (again) recently! Each musician on the records an accomplished session musician in their own right, layering, weaving beautiful notes upon layers....you said it...masterpiece (s)!! It's timeless
Any song off AJA you can't go wrong ❤
One of my fave De La Soul tracks - "Eye Know" - samples this song to great effect. Also, you can hear Michael McDonald (Doobie Brothers) in the chorus.
By the master of crazy influences, Prince Paul.
Polo may be right about his parents listening to the sample in “Eye Know” What year was the De La Soul song? early 1990s?
@@ChasBeauregarde 1989.
@@ScottRinseRepeat TY!
Steely Dan is as smooth as it gets.
Your comment about keeping music alive, says SO much! I love your perspective, eagerness, and honesty. Music and art binds us together.
"Bell bottoms with this track!" You're feeling it like you were there; exactly the way it was back in 1977. Polyester shirt, bell bottoms, long hair, nickel bag in front pocket and a bottle of Mad Dog on a Friday night. Man this brings me back. Thanks for taking me there... 😁
If you watch "The Making of Aja" there is a segment where the people who played and sang on the track describe the process they went through to get the end result, The bass player has a particularly funny and interesting story to tell.
Thanks. Was going crazy trying to remember the name of this excellent doc. And Michael has the voice of a god!
And for many of us that grew up with Steely Dan, it seems like yesterday...Timeless
This entire album is gold, in 50 years it will still be good.
Listen to Deacon Blues and Hey Nineteen. So good.
the ceurvo gold and a fine columbian make tonight a wonderful thing..
Gotta mention, "Reeling in the years". Early 70's and on up for me. Jr. High, High School and beyond. Great band Polo.
Just love Steely Dan ,fantastic classic.
Welcome to your Steely Dan journey. It's very groovy in here :)
For many of their records, Steely Dan is just 2 songwriters (one on Keys/Vox and one on Guitar usually) and a rotating cast of the BEST session musicians / jazz heads/ etc that they would bring in to suit each track.
There is a video circulating with Michael McDonald’s isolated vocals to this song and it’s a treat!
Summer of 1977 one of the best Summers EVER!!❤😊
Serious tune from the Great Steely Dan 💫❤️☝️ thanks for the reaction bro ☝️ you should do more of them.
Makes me want to spark one up and listen to this all day long!
Listening to good music feeds the Soul , and warms your Spirit and helps with healing. Whatever your genre, listen.
Quintessential Steely Dan….they are very hard to put in a genre box but all their stuff is superb!! Love your genuine reactions!!
Progressive jazz/rock is a close description I would think.
Steely Dan is as smooth as your voice, Polo ❤ I love listening!
Peg was the biggest hit off the 1977 Aja album. I believe it was a top ten song on the charts. Of course, Aja was a huge album
Polo, I love watching you listen to songs for the first time. It's like watching a kid open his Christmas presents. Isn't it amazing how INCREDIBLE the music is from 40-50 years ago?!
I am envious of somebody just discovering Steely Dan. Man if only. Enjoy the entire catalog. Epic…
This is on the road trip playlist along with many others from these guys. Nostalgia.
Pure perfection!!! After 46 years it still has it going on!
I love this song soo much! The saxophone melodies I remember the most!
Oh goodness! I hope you go down this journey for a long, long time. There's so much quality music here. This particular album Aja is used in many, many high fidelity stores selling high-end equipment to show off their quality. This back in the day cost more than a million to produce. It is just phenomenal the quality and musicianship. I hope you listen to the whole album one day soon
Dirty Work, My Old School, and Deacon Blues are some of my favorites. But you can't go wrong with any Steely Dan song. Studio perfection without autotune or melodyne.
Steely Dan is unparalleled
Have not watched this yet - I am about to go on that journey with you… but I already know you will love this.
Steely Dan is an AMAZING group with a ton of great songs. They are nothing like any of the other groups from the 70's.
Yesssss! Finally came to Steely Dan.
Love all of Steely Dan's music. One of my all-time favorite bands, Crosby, Stills,Nash, and Young, and once I heard Crosby say, he listenes to Steely Dan. That was cool!!
Steely Dan is your favorite band's favorite band!
@@ammaleslie509 🤣🤣🤣
The whole track is so polished and Polo is digging the bass in particular which is totally understandable but the way the drummer and the bass keep punching the same key notes and transitions with exquisite timing is a beautiful thing.
Wow,, You have an incredible music journey of discovery ahead of you..Other groups/artists pray to one day have even half the talent/success.
AJA one of the best albums of all time!!! So many iconic musicians on this album. Each track is fantastic and different musicians on each track!
Ahhh yes one of my absolute favorite songs of my entire 53 years! Good ear, that bass is nothing less than fire!! Thank you for bringing this old jam to the forefront it deserves to be recognized and appreciated forever and ever!
Ah, yes. Takes me back to dull, hazy memories of the 70's and the mellow voice of Fagen. Golden. (Listen closely to the background vocals. You will hear Michael McDonald from the Doobie Bros.)
This song is part of the background track of my teenage years. Walkman with headphones jogging. Now thats retro!
The bass on this track is insane! They told the bassist not to slap, but he did it anyway, and it came out amazing. Check out the song "Kid Charlemagne." It has the best rock guitar solo of all time (IMO, of course).
Steely Dan is an excellent rabbit hole. Walter Becker and Donald Fagen two serious musicians. You'll be amazed as you listen to their library.
Aja is a killer album. And Steely Dan...more please, would love to see your reactions. 🤩
Merry Merry Polo!! 🎄
This band did a great job on fusing jazz and rock (check out: Rikki don't lose that number) when I think of them. I think of police who blended reggae and rock so well. Even though they are so different in style.
I'm so glad you hit on another Steely Dan song I know you enjoyed Black Cow a year or so ago. Donald Fagen the lead singer of Steely Dan had a bit of a stage fright issue, so they didn't really tour that much but they were known as a studio band for the most part in the early days. Other than Fagan (Lead vocals and Keys) and Walter Becker (Bass, guitar) The rest of the group was made up of session players in a revolving fashion. As you probably know session players are really the best of the best they play on all the studio albums for most bands. (check out the Documentary The Wrecking Crew or Muscle Shoals, you will be blown away) Steely Dans Music is so tight because Donald Fagen was obsessive about laying down tracks from session players he might have five guitarists come in and play the track 20 or 30 times until he found the track (or sound ) that he wanted. I really can't wait until you try out some other tracks by Steely Dan. A great one to start would be "Deacon Blues" ruclips.net/video/ICK6e9WK2A8/видео.html
Mid 70's classic era, way ahead of time and truly true masters, broke the mold, etc etc etc
Was brought up with these legends, in the 70’s / 80’s the album Aja is a musical masterpiece, I thank my parents for introducing me to great music, so many awesome tunes to list, Deacon Blues, Hey Nineteen, Green Earrings, Kid Charlemagne, Aja, Black Cow, I could go on, enjoy the Steely Dan ride, you won’t be disappointed 😉👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼.
EVERYTHING Steely Dan did was simply musical perfection. They hated touring in the 70s because the sound sucked, but started touring in the 90s. I saw them early 2010s and my $300 front-row ticket was worth every penny and more. They are one of my favorite bands, along with Pink Freud and the Grateful Dead, all of whom have totally different sounds and styles. The Dan's mix of rock, pop, and jazz seems timeless and they will forever be a go-to-band for my musical tastes.
The coolest sounding band in the universe.