DONALD FAGEN : NEW FRONTIER QUARANTINE COVER

[@dimsunk]

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[@francishughes2016]

That singer sounds more like Fagen than Fagen, i have just played it 19 times on a loop, its really difficult to sound as good as the original artist, but he gets it exactly right, if i did,nt know, i would swear that it was him.

[@Breakbeats92.5]

I need not explain to you folks at home how phenomenally difficult it is to sound even close to Steely Dan, let alone spot on like this!

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@psra8er512]

Big, big Dan and Fagin fan here, and this is absolutely incredible. Every instrument is spot on with sound and quality! I can't tell the difference.

[@briank10101]

Let alone Donald Fagen

[@amantedelcane420]

This is a Donald Fagen cover tho 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@acimbobby]

You are right. This is so close I am amazed

[@chrisyounce1815]

I'm a Dan fan freak and know every nuance of New Frontier and that was nothing less than scary good!!!

[@fez3327]

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[@sylundy]

Totally agree

[@RafeLavine]

@@fez3327 Mt. Belzoni ! Yes! Love it.

[@JobANable]

Hey Chris Younce, sir! I would know something of being a Dan fan freak, if I may say so myself! I'm from the Philippines, and I absolutely do not know anyone here who knows Steely Dan, what the eff is that about?!!

[@ChrisWhiteAuthor]

Finally, a Dan cover by musicians who understand that nothing else matters if you don't get the groove nailed down. Spectacular work, and kudos to every one of you!

[@dimsunk]

Thx so much!

[@jackkanter1790]

Um, it's not a Dan cover. It's a Don cover.

[@northstarwars]

I completely agree. I could not have said it any better.

[@jamesrobinson7878]

dimsunk k

[@clloyd01]

Completely agree

[@alexwatson2479]

This ain't no cover, it's a damn hologram... the love for the original just shines through, the playing is in the pocket from beat one, I stand back in awe of your musicianship and class.

[@bluceree7312]

The guitarist is smooooooove af.

[@wereleeroads9311]

The backing vocals absolutely fantastic on this. Very well-done, Ms. Richardson.

[@dimsunk]

Thanks for listening! Kim is an outstanding singer!

[@cd1857]

Everyone was fantastic, but she brought it up an extra notch even above that! So true to the original!

[@starfishsystems]

Very nice to have the camera close in to the backup vocalist. Such nice phrasing deserves to be showcased. If this were a stage performance I know everyone would be having a blast too, but in the audience you can't pick up all of that nuanced expression as you can this video. Bravo! It's a new performance form.

[@ibrahimsinan7994]

Honestly, I find this cover better than the original!

[@Magus5by5]

Wait...wayment...I thought I was listening to Donald Fagen until I looked down at the phone. This is stunning.

[@ebenclukey7293]

As a thirty five year full time musician and lifelong Dan fan I can only say that I wouldn't have believed that possible. I had to listen twice. And I bought it at full price twice. If this were the standard on the new frontier, what a beautiful world this would be.

[@dmljones2550]

The guitarist gets the vibe of Larry Carlton.

[@daydayh7671]

EXACTLY!!!

[@robertshamansky1912]

Like he REALLY gets it, that was sweet!

[@marksimmons7906]

It's the 335 that does it :)

[@arthurwilliamloftus3800]

Yes...outstanding

[@dbell582]

Amazing guitarist.

[@JohnIrvin-g8o]

Not enough words can be said about this group. They have done Donald and the rest of us a beautiful solid. They sound better than the Nightflyers!😍😍😍😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩

[@kevindeangelis643]

Did that guitar player steal Larry Carlton's soul?

[@dimsunk]

:)

[@nickcollins9403]

Oh he nailed it for sure!!!

[@toolbros]

Naw he just has plenty of soul on his own. A RARE talent! Makes my 50 years of woodshedding look silly.

[@markpatterson2507]

Just stole his guitar

[@scottnowell4975]

Damn that's fucking great. Everyone killing it.

[@patrickbut-not-a-saint9418]

Any fan of Don and Steely Dan would pay money to see these guys perform live. Fantastic job by all concerned!

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@rebecca75588]

I would are they going to ever play live or will we have live music again

[@gtrkev2]

Yeah, when is the tour!!!!

[@thomaslarkin9791]

Back again for the 1130.000 time .. just to say what everyone who listen to this track will tell you .. WHAT A SUPERB RENDITION/ COVER of one of the ALL TIME GREAT STEELY DAN TRACKS..SPOT ON ....

[@mavislee55]

This is the first Donald Fagen/Steely Dan cover that I've listen to all the way through. This sounds good!

[@dimsunk]

Thx so much:)

[@RADIO1990]

Have you heard the " caves of Altamira ?" #goodstuff

[@gabedestellano]

I was thinking the same... In fact, I'm gonna check it out a few more times!

[@thomaslarkin9791]

You know that 👍

[@drknow7746]

I like the Mel Torme Covers

[@astroteech]

It's so good to revisit you all. Thanks for the pleasure. I love singing along with you.

[@paulandanitapeterson6010]

Being quite the audiophile enthusiast years ago, "The Nightfly" was my go to standard when evaluating new equipment. It is, in every sense a Sonic tour de force and just blew me away when it was released. This is an absolute incredible cover. I understand Donald Fagan was an absolute perfectionist in the Studio and would spare nothing in post production to get every detail in place. That you guys nailed this while all isolated and then bring it all together speaks volumes of your craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing.

[@dimsunk]

Thx so much!

[@zblip22]

Thanks!

[@christophschuermann6512]

Nightfly is also my go to standard cd for testing my highend audiogear! This recording is still outstanding and is free of todays "dynamic&loudness-war".

[@jamesdavis5096]

well said sir

[@ebjazz]

Yes, I've read articles from mastering engineers and Nightfly is one of the best. It's just huge!

[@SB-jz1vl]

I go nowhere without Steely Dan and Donald Fagen and WOW, neither do you. Perfect. Thanks guys!

[@rogercarter1265]

I am a Steely Dan/Fagen fanatic and that is the best cover I have ever heard. Fantastic!

[@LJDRVR]

A note for note cover of the Dan is not something I ever expected to see on the internet. Thank you all for this sublime Christmas in June. My wife doesn't understand why I'm so impressed. Really tight, guys. When the recording ends, my brain unconsciously expects to hear the opening drum notes of The Nightfly. That's how you know you got this right.

[@bobjohnson62]

This cover is absolutely fantastic! I thought Fagan could never be imitated! The backup singer is fabulous!

[@tcfalcon2000]

Everyone is rock solid, but special hats off to that guitarist. Larry soulfully wandering around nonstop from start to finish and this guy nailed every bit! Truly remarkable!!

[@liamhemmings9039]

My dad got this album when I was 13. I've not stopped listening to it since. Every time I listen to it, it is like a first listen. Beautiful cover, absolutely nailed the feel of the original, with that hazy hum that surrounds the song.

[@ibrahimsinan7994]

I discovered this song last night in my suggestion and listened to it 5 times today.

[@slide4180]

I'd like to hear a cover of "Hey Covid Nineteen"

[@ldiva3750]

You can find it on Facebook. It's great.

[@RafeLavine]

Hahaha. Excellent chirp.

[@rebecca75588]

Ha ha lol

[@nateburden5248]

Oh wow. Flashback to 8 yrs old. My step dad's softball team celebrating after games. This is the soundtrack. Beautifully covered. It brings a tear to my eye. Done with class.

[@larsharild]

Respect👍👍

[@astroteech]

Dudes, awesome!!! Donald Fagan would be impressed and flattered.

[@avided]

This is one of the best covers of any song I've heard on YT. You guys are unbelievable.

[@alext.1459]

This is one of the Best covers.ive heard by far of any song, not to mention that I love this song. . The sound is completely profesional, the singer is spot on donald fagen, great backing harmonies,the guitar sounds just like Larry Carlton,superb bass playing,Fender rhodes,Harp, and terrific drumming. All My Best congrats from Chile, southamerica

[@josephrosner9409]

...on a scale of 1 to 10...that was an 11!...*chef's kiss*

[@stooge81]

I'm thinking of two words and they rhyme with "HOLY SH!T". I'm floored. Amazing musical talent...I bow to you.

[@joseserrano1739]

am 80 years old and still love anything steely dan from puerto rico

[@berndthiel613]

Greetings from Germany !;-)

[@fincorrigan7139]

Sensational musicianship, attention to detail, vocal phrasing, groove, fills, audio quality....just WOW!! Thank you for a wonderful production.

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you Fin appreciate it

[@ukeitude]

Christ, this brings tears to my eyes. Thank you--so uplifting.

[@dimsunk]

Thanks for listening

[@dominicoliverl6373]

Being a drummer I appreciate the drumming every note is spot on p

[@deesteez4329]

Same here!!! Takes me back to mtv days!! Watching at my grand parents house!

[@maca766]

Any time anywhere for a good time. Out of time. Remembering the best of Steely Dan Thanks

[@joeygosney5251]

That is amazing, it’s amazing how close it sounds. The attention to detail and such, it truly shows all you folks really love and respect music. Such nice playing to everyone and thankyou for sharing as we experience this ever changing new frontier.

[@sebuteo]

Walter Becker ... endorsed by a Dan man from beyond the grave... !? Now that's an endorsement 😜

[@jmp1262]

Grateful Dead

[@dawbri54]

@@sebuteo hahaha I had to look at that twice

[@rogerleon9325]

Fantastic so accurate God Bless all you Pro Musicians you guys play with love 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💎💎💎💎💎💎💎🇵🇪🇺🇸

[@Hellraiser19671]

This izzzz HEAVENLY WELL D O N E!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wowww, am just BLOWN AWAY.... 😢 NO WORDS FOR THIS....🎉

[@BADEAU011]

J'espère que Fagen a entendu ça, vraiment impressionnant, c'est parfait.

[@gl4586]

That snare is indiscernible from The Nightfly recording. What a job of not only playing, but tuning and capturing the sound. Bravo to Max, Luc and the sound engineer.

[@zblip22]

Thanks for the comment!

[@dianemitchell3530]

I just love it. Thanks so much. 🥰🥰🥰🤣🤣🤣💯

[@HaroldHarris]

Give the drummer some love… just kills this

[@TheOldGreyWolf16]

a highly technique-minded groovemeister…

[@TheOldGreyWolf16]

The degree of difficulty level is off the charts…it’s apparent these people are most serious about getting it right…astoundingly well played….

[@gastrein11]

unbelievable,dont stop with the covers, enjoy them as much as the originals,maybe more!!!!!

[@DZNTZ]

It’s not too often that a cover is as good or even better than the original... What an amazing group of artists, and an amazing rendition of a classic. That it was accomplished remotely just further underscores the level of talent here. Absolutely awesome!

[@dimsunk]

Thx so much!

[@DZNTZ]

Yeah right! Umm, yeah, but maybe only 17,000 times or so. I grew up in the 80’s with a cool dad who exposed me to great music (thanks Dad!) of all genres. Cool dad or not, you couldn’t make it through the 80’ s without hearing this classic tune. I’m not sure who hasn’t heard this tune really, I’m actually not even sure what the hell you’re talking about. Just an FYI, this cover has just been picked up by at least one media outlet that did a story on this exact video - calling the cover ‘spot on’ - so I’m not alone in my assessment of this as top shelf.

[@5thMile]

Phenomenal cover of an equally phenomenal song. Note for note superb, sublime and super groove. Fantastic job!

[@ChrisHaas1]

Awesome performances everyone!! You did a great honour to Mr. Fagen and the players on that recording - thank you!!

[@leodooley7572]

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant!

[@trailrunner919]

Can't imagine anyone covering this masterpiece any better...well done all!!!

[@woodstockorientalrugcleani430]

Another Dan freak here. Easily the finest cover I’ve heard.

[@anyviolet]

Un.Be.LIEVable! This is one of the BEST Dan/Fagen covers I've ever heard. Not sure how long this took but IMO it was worth every minute. You guys are awesome!

[@dimsunk]

Wow, thank you!

[@patrickbut-not-a-saint9418]

@@dimsunk anyviolet speaks the truth. This is really great stuff my friend. Most fans of SD and Don don't listen to cover versions much but you are good enough to have played on the original tracks I think!

[@mr3n10]

@@patrickbut-not-a-saint9418 #facts

[@lisagill5141]

WOW!!! Very awesome!!!🙌💃Luv💚 the cool sound. That was quite impressive👍👌

[@DoctorJohnSmith9]

Another piece of the happy part of my life's puzzle has been found. Breathtaking.

[@MySpike64]

Absolutely amazing musicianship. I can't believe how tight you have got the sound, and it is great to be able to focus on the individual with the split screen. Where can I find more of this band ? Can't stop playing it since I first saw and heard it, and it puts all the other covers to shame. Big call out for the mixing too; superb job.

[@zblip22]

Thanks so much

[@jaimealfaro200]

This guys are sooo good!

[@ilmagodin.8898]

Simply amazing! Greetings from Germany! And about the comment section: it feels good to know that there are still a lot of people out there who love great music.

[@astroteech]

This song followed KZbin's suggested pick of Heat Wave's "Always and Forever" which I recommended to my son and his fiancé for a wedding dance song in August. How appropriate. Thank you again.

[@mhagnew]

CLEAN. That was great. Tighter than a Yorkshireman's change purse.

[@dimsunk]

:)

[@Rugbyman269]

A yorkshireman is a scot with all trace of charity rung out , just a joke guys , stay safe

[@richardsanders3567]

Very very tight then

[@CortThePianist]

The resemblance to the original is incredible, I'm blown away!

[@carlosnavarrete4194]

The most productive Zoom meeting I’ve seen in 3 months! You must make the (Real) Donald proud! Salutations de la banlieue de Paris!

[@dimsunk]

Merci!

[@Stanley-fh5ef]

Something wonderful came out of the pandemic. This video was enormously comforting to me during the lockdown.

[@dlrgroup]

Okay. Considering I know every Christmas change, key, arrangements of any Dan or solo recording by both Donald and Walter, I can honestly say that’s the absolute best cover I’ve heard in my lifetime! Congrats guys! Playing, phrasing, vocals, it put me in front of my new 1200 buck turntable with a 500 buck new cartridge that made me long for 82-83 all over again. Love you guys man.

[@zblip22]

Thanks!

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you we sure enjoyed playing it

[@newgolddreamer4657]

Great interpretation of a difficult and particular song of the 80s. You were FANTASTIC!!!! 😍😍😍

[@bryan3dguitar]

Everything sounds great to me. But I particularly notice the vocals. Mark is a really good singer and hits all the notes with the right phrasing and without any apparent stress on the high notes. Kim is also wonderful and did a great job producing those Fagen trademark, thickly layered, jazzy vocal harmonies.

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you Cyan I love singing SD and Fagen

[@gregmcintyre9936]

Excellent Cover!! More More

[@thomaslarkin9791]

Still KILLING IT ... and I keep coming back for more .. Stunning and sublime..

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@bradhamann]

Took me right out of my Covid19 Funkathon! Thrilling! Thank you! Been listening to Steely since the mid 70's. Awesome!

[@markroberts171]

This is perfection. It would have fooled me and I'm a huge Nightfly fan.

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@Veon_Ray]

Same, Huge!

[@astroteech]

And again! So good!! Larry Carlton truly captured, and perfect vocals.

[@normc8169]

Bravo pour cet exceptionnelle performance. Un hommage à Mr. Fagen qui me transporte. Made in Montreal

[@GetzGoth]

HELL YES!!! I don't know what else to say. All of you...beautiful...thank you for this! Cheers! V

[@mrmusic248]

Is this what they call "Phoning It In" ? To all those like you that would attempt a Fagen cover like this: How do you walk with balls so big ?? And, isn't technology great, sometimes ?? The mere fact that you're able to link up like this blows me away, as does your splendid rendition of this tune. I'd love to see a video of all of you, TOGETHER in one room, once this madness settles down. I hope you have more of these videos, and if not please DO more.

[@ComradeStiv]

"balls so big" -- Right? Reasonable question. These fking guys tho... this shit's not for sissies and they just went and *_crushed_* it hahaha 😲😵

[@astroteech]

Thank you all for such a great romp down memory lane!

[@brucemartinlager6553]

Out-freakin'-standing! It is not easy to cover Donald Fagen even on the best of days, but you all did a superb job. The Nightfly is such a great album and it deserves all the love that can be lavished on it. You guys did 'New Frontier' and The Nightfly a great honor. Thank you for sharing!

[@TomOConnor-BlobOpera]

Seeing this in my Recommended videos today.. That algorithm.. Has a lot to answer for. Excellent cover.

[@TacoCrisma]

So this is why Cypher wanted to go back into the Matrix, to do Donald Fagen covers.

[@dimsunk]

:)

[@alilacherruse]

Ha!

[@MacXpert74]

LOL, He's good at it though :D

[@thomaslarkin9791]

How frigid cool are these dudes and musical TIGHT TO BOOT ... rewound 4 times ...

[@bvg83]

Speechless, a great cover of a great song

[@balaton1]

Bravo! One of my favorite songs of all time. The song is always put me in a content Bliss since 1980.. Amazing!

[@jukesjointOG]

OUTSTANDING. So spot-on I might have been fooled without the video. Do “Maxine” next, please?

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@mythcrab6047]

Are you taking requests? 😂 I would love to hear anything from the Gaucho album or another take from the Fagen solo projects!

[@jukesjointOG]

“Babylon Sisters” or “Time Out of Mind.”

[@RADIO1990]

Forget that! Do the entire Album! This was amazing!

[@jukesjointOG]

“Meckhhhh-sick-o Sssscity, is loik anotha woild, this toyme of yee-yah, they Sssschay...”

[@laurabecerra5683]

Qué barbaridad, GENIOS...LOS AMO!!!😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@davenova850]

Awesome! Vocals, lead and background, and guitar. Everything is great! Thank you for such a great tribute to D. Fagen. I love this!

[@tennesseered586]

Outstanding! Everybody shines on this track. More, please!

[@danserdutz6700]

Every musician and vocalist is perfect! Outstanding in ALL aspects. Wow

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@abaachi13]

Oh my goodness... How beautiful was that? I feel like I should pay you all for what I've just heard. "BRAVO!"

[@anthony22bob]

First off, phenomenal. Everybody played beautifully...but I have to give a special shout out to LeBlanc, Richardson and Meunier.

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@randymordhorst4512]

Ahead of it's time then. Right on time now! Most bands don't cover anything Steely Dan because they can't! All of you are incredible! I love it!!

[@KaiserSaucy]

Wow. Indistinguishable from the original. I’m absolutely blown away. Amazing performance everybody. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you we are working on a new one for you very soon

[@christophersmith3005]

A bittersweet ballad-groove about the promise and anxieties of midcentury America. This song reminds me of the early days of MTV.

[@jordanrazowskymusician8178]

Another gem of a performance. Please don't ever stop these.

[@0RabidRabbit]

Wow! That was awesome, the girl should big time and the musicians top notch.

[@humble_roots]

JESUS this is better than the original in some aspects. Wonderful job everyone!

[@lisaharter1418]

Blasphemy!

[@lisaharter1418]

Twice blasphemy!

[@davidquinn6776]

@@lisaharter1418 agree….Fagen’s voice is laced with cynicism and wariness that notes and being on pitch just doesn’t convey. The rest is excellent though.

[@fernsehdesign]

snare sounds a little thicker

[@johncurcio3621]

Not my first time here. Again, such talented musicians and unbelievable audio & video quality. What a great production!!!

[@fueradeljuego]

Ok this is literally the best thing to happen during the Covid Confinement of 2020. MORE PLEASE

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@sebuteo]

Quite so! I'm on my second listen... Tears of joy in my eyes!

[@paolobaresi3831]

Absolutely outstanding!!! Perfect ensemble!!!

[@JerryT21]

great mix

[@robross7401]

Great to hear (and see!) so many really good D Fagen /Steely Dan cover bands !! Go forth and multiply 😁

[@bill18336]

Whoever mixed this did as good a job as the players!!

[@dimsunk]

Yes ! Luc Prefontaine did an amazing job!

[@zblip22]

Thanks ;)

[@paolorussian1081]

Wonderful song, exceptional performance. Congratulations to all. City, Gorizia, From Italy

[@nickcollins9403]

Best Dan cover ever! Tough one to pull off! Guitar sounds more like LC than LC 😃 kudos to the lead for taking on Fagen. Back vocals are ON POINT!!!

[@johnpbh]

It's all there guys..... and the GROOVE... Well done, one of my favourite albums from ever since it came out.

[@ramonmichaud3004]

The new generation won't know what hit them, this is real music. Been a fan a long time cheers.

[@dimsunk]

Thx!