Leonid & Friends "25 or 6 to 4" Live in Norwalk, CT - June 14, 2023

Leonid & Friends on tour from Russia perform the Chicago hit “25 or 6 to 4”. Recorded live at The Wall Street Theater in Norwalk, Connecticut on June 14, 2023. Please leave your thoughts and comments and compare this performance to the original (or current) Chicago band.

[@jimcowan2736]

Wow, wow, wow. What a band. Saw the original play this in 1972 and never thought I'd hear it played as well again (and maybe this version is just that little bit better).The 'new' guitar player brings back memories of seeing Terry Kath play this. These Guys (and Gal) are fantastic. Let's hope some dopey touring agency has the foresight to see the value in L&F and bring them to Australia.

[@davidlavi55]

Music is flawless and the vocals are superb! Thank you!

[@Jonathan-iq3sg]

Ksenia is absolutely stunning. Almost makes it impossible to actually pay attention to the incredible music 😊

[@Patrick-x9f5d]

Mikhail is even more stunning 😋

[@conniemclaughlin3156]

incredible face

[@7kidchaos]

Best copycat band I have ever heard. But you gotta give Chicago credit for the musical genius and perseverance of having written and produced that incredible library of songs to begin with. One can’t argue with selling 150,000,000 records over 55 years.

[@74bshs]

Indeed... But at least there are performers that can do this, with impeccable replication, even after 50+ years. That's what makes L&F so great. Rock on, guys (and Ksenia)! :)

[@peevee605]

You can also give the remanding members the award for having a revolving door of members bigger than Whitesnake and Rainbow together.

[@jimlavallee4418]

I have seen Chicago live about 65 times since 1991 and there have been a handful, where a replacement had to perform. How many people tour with Leonid? When they are on the road in 2023, the line-up looks it it has a number of different faces. How many people are considered “members”? Great job!

[@randallamirante3112]

Hello I am from Chicago and grew up in the late 60's and 70's listening to my hometown band..but this cover band was awesome

[@mandyharewood886]

Exactly!

[@danielomalley4394]

Excellent rendition of a major classic! I’m old enough to remember the original from way back then. Chicago would be proud of your performance!

[@61RdlyKryk79]

Yes. I too grew up in the 70's and remember hearing it on my parents RCA console stereo.

[@bettypruitt7582]

One of my fav Chicago songs. Language of music is universal. These guys are fluent & they rock!! Love the horn work.

[@robtgoldstein]

Definitely the best Chicago song and one of the top rock and roll songs ever

[@bulbabulba7190]

GOOD JOB !!!!!!

[@vagabond7883]

Terry Kath never got much credit for his guitar master-pieces! He was one of the finest American guitarists who created the rock-jazz genre. Shame he died so young and unfortunately after his death Chicago began shifting towards slower Peter Cetera ballads. This Russian/Ukranian band is just awesome!

[@petegregory517]

Hendrix's favorite guitarist.

[@billfitzmaurice3837]

One of them. He also thought the world of Billy Gibbons. Chicago was his favorite band, though.@@petegregory517

[@tonyde52]

This is NOT about Terry Kath!

[@Susan-pd9gy]

He also had a very unique voice. He was the original, you can't beat that. Chicago was my first concert.❤

[@Pecator00]

Damn!!! All I can say is Damn!!! I am a total snob. No one can do Chicago properly. And don't even try to imitate Kath!!!! Impossible. I admit I finally stand corrected. WOW!!! Everyone performed exquisitely. Unbelievable. Come to Chicago or Milwaukee and I will be your biggest fan!!!!! Thank you for this!

[@RubyBandUSA]

Dude, coming from you that is saying a lot.

[@RaVenDaWn999]

What you said and awesome it is!

[@polyscroll]

You should listen to their studio recording. Their previous lead guitarist (Sergey) was PHENOMENAL! (no offense to their current lead)

[@RaVenDaWn999]

@@polyscroll I just hit the subscribe key. Haven't yet listened to studio materials- and now really looking forward. That Leonid and Friends can do such a bad-azz Chicago (Transit Authority?) is enough, the vocals, the brass and especially Kath's work, such as he was Jimi Hendrix's favorite (along with Dick Dale) is a great endorsement. Thank you. If you put any links by my name, I will be listening with a grateful intensity. Rock on! ~RaVen~

[@MrHEMIII]

This one is great but compare it to this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5DXoKWFibBop8U&ab_channel=Leonid%26Friends

[@garygartside5280]

Great solo, I think Terry would appreciate you and the band, GREAT JOB !!!!!

[@osimnod]

Hard to believe they could do this as good as the first rendition about 4 years ago with different musicians but they did it. Imagine an American band trying to perform songs in Russian - and doing it to perfection.

[@cortexmarketing]

Some are the same

[@ivanavdulov]

Они все из России

[@jeffreyrigby2387]

What Russian songs? Anything in particular?

[@osimnod]

@jeffreyrigby2387 Nothing that immediately cones to mind but I'm sure if you Google "Russian rock groups of the 1960's and 1970s," you might find some worthy examples.

[@mikeberg5003]

@@cortexmarketing Not knocking anyone but the original guitarist was on another level.

[@ggillespie94]

I love Leonid and Friends

[@jeffbair9069]

I have just one word, OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!! You guys rock!!!! Horn section is ON POINT!!!!!!!

[@randyfemrite7525]

George Clinton would say the same:) Or as he would say, "on the one".

[@realbogus]

Peace and love through the common language of music. Keep it up!!!!

[@larryjohnson8687]

It only makes you appreciate the body of work that Chicago was able to formulate through the years. A very gifted group of people. I'm amazed at how well they were instrumentally and their vocals were fantastic. Leonid and Friends do a tremendous job duplicating Chicago in its prime.

[@rufusfields942]

I saw Chicago live in 1972. They are still in my Top 5 bands. Great rendition!!!!

[@joebarrera9741]

Thank you for honoring what I consider one of the best songs of all time

[@Electricmanscott]

I'm sure they are happy to have your endorsement.

[@MrPhotodoc]

The joy of performing this music is obvious in the musicians. I mean how can anyone not have fun with it?

[@timanderson5723]

This has got to be the best cover of this song I have ever seen.

[@stevef2624]

Agreed. If you heard this come on and weren't watching it you might be fooled it wasn't Chicago performing live somewhere.

[@tjnies]

I agree, but Chicago / Terry Kath never once played the song as it was recorded. So there's no reference.

[@allanfranklin9615]

Just keep on rockin! There is NO music of today's generation that even comes close to this. These guys are great.

[@tennwilcox8663]

Uckin Fay! That was Tight. No slackers here.

[@tonyn152]

I have watched every KZbin video they put out, and they are excellent! Been a Chicago band fan for many years and they do Chicago proud. Some of the best musicians I've seen.

[@Phantombari78]

I feel funny saying this but you guys sound better than the current Chicago line-up!

[@JoeG322]

been following these guys for years, they are fantastic.

[@questfortruth665]

Sounds great!! I was a roadie for "Chicago Transit Authority" when they released this song! This was my favorite song of the night!

[@-Stop-it]

If only they could have kept this high energy vibe going.

[@questfortruth665]

@@-Stop-it Yeah, for sure! It was the horns that got to me. 😄

[@Louisvillebilly]

Wow...those vocals...this was nothing less than brilliant !!!!! 10 outta 10

[@leighharwood3886]

Very high energy! Everybody was having a blast (pun intended). All the band kids in my school loved Chicago. Your lead singer was phenomenal. Wonderful performance.

[@krash66]

Fantastic Cover!! From back in the day when Chicago was great and Terry Kath was still alive! Well done by all!

[@davidharrick469]

This was a fantastic cover of that song, my hat's off to these guy's and gal. It's great to see that the old Norwalk theater is still being used. I saw many a movie at that location as a young child.

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

Love you guys - thanks for keeping great music alive!

[@preciousmisfits5134]

Enjoyed your outstanding performance!! My favorite Chicago tune, brought back memories!

[@davidlawrence5]

Excellent lead vocal! It's a tough one to sing so kudos.

[@robertwerner6208]

I've seen them live 4 times: Charleston, San Juan Capistrano, Oro Valley, and most recently at the Birchmere in Alexandria. I'm planning on attending more shows later this year!!!

[@74bshs]

Me, too. In eastern PA. What a great act. Want to go to #5 the next time. L&F make me happy... :)

[@phillippowell4216]

It’s 4:30 am, cold, and I was down. I fired up the ole PC, and Leonid & Friends thumbnails appeared. Naturally, one must click on it, and now after a dose of ‘’25 or 6 to 4,’’ I am powered up and ready to work. Thank you, Leonid and Friends. What gave me that extra lift was to see the same drummer I saw way back when I saw you all the first time, he is an awesome yet subtle power. It is also uplifting to witness the love and respect that exists between everyone on stage, it is one reason why the sound is super tight, yet funk’in lose in both the recordings from the studio and live space. Hats Off to your passion and artistry. Keep it up, you will save the world. Thanks again.

[@trailrunner919]

Absolutely, hands down, the best cover of this Chicago classic...these guys are masters of their craft!!!

[@keithburchart6419]

An excellent cover for sure. If you have a chance, check out Lexington Lab Band.

[@trailrunner919]

@@keithburchart6419Thanks... know them well...have watched most of their videos and they are one of the best cover bands ever!

[@mikebunner3498]

A great cover you ALL.... Chicago was SO big back in the day!!! BIG......... You all did it perfect!!!!!! THANKS..........

[@hav2win]

This is how you tell the real musicians and singers from the ones who need studio help to create their sound. You guys have amazing talent. Maybe it could be used to settle the political differences between countries.

[@krusher74]

ok boomer

[@bobparsonsartist564]

Tone and fit...perfect! A proper tribute to Terry Kath.

[@autiemuse]

I am a retired pro- recoding artist - you guys are awesome! Very accurate cover tune!

[@domenicv7962]

Sure

[@flounder31]

I was skeptical - such an iconic hit, with Terry's monster guitar solo - they did it justice!! Nicely done.

[@speedo1105]

i'm a huge chicago fan and this so memorable..............well done.

[@randywiller7985]

I saw them in the Wisconsin Dells last year. They were great. I would go to see them again.

[@yodamutt]

Vocals are even better than current Chicago. Chicago instruments still better, but not by much. Love this!

[@MrChewy63]

Been following this group for years on YT….amazing likeness of the real thing….That guitar solo is amazing!

[@ralphonofrio1518]

Great to see you guys in my state of Connecticut....Enjoy the stay...Great band!!

[@bobbailey5072]

Great all around! Loved the horns and harmonies ❤

[@peterrimel8170]

This is easily the best cover of this song I ever heard.

[@MrHEMIII]

THis one is great but check this one out!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5DXoKWFibBop8U&ab_channel=Leonid%26Friends

[@Ron-ku8nd]

Check out their studio version of this. It’s crazy good.

[@larpingtonboogecke]

Outstanding ❤❤❤. More Chicago songs please!!

[@grogman1911]

It's hard to beat the original CTA. Very nice cover. 🤗

[@scottshand8559]

Very, very well done! Great performance by all!

[@ElizabethArchambault]

Beautifully done. Looks like they had a blast

[@Romans219]

Being a professional drummer for many moons I absolutely love everything about that band.😊

[@fredparsons5134]

As long as Igor is on drums, they’re good to go!

[@RedwoodGeorge]

Agreed, my thought was "well, at least they still have Igor from the original lineup - and he's a beast" I feel fortunate that I was able to see the original lineup in August of 2019 and they were spot-on perfect. With both Serge and Sergey missing from the group, it's really not the same...

[@fredparsons5134]

@@RedwoodGeorge , yeah kind of a shame. I heard someone say they set the atomic clock to Igor's drum beat. Lol The girl singer is a super talent in her own right.

[@malcolmsinclair-park5062]

I came across this band about a month ago and have to say I listen to them at least once a day, they are so talented . I love the arrangements and energy they bring to these classic songs. Keep up the Great work Love love love you guys ❤

[@ohcaptainvideo]

Welcome to the party! Their EWF covers are great also.

[@susanvan1672]

Just a positive comment here... one of the best recordings of a live concert! So many times the performers aren't clear, and people are walking in and out in front of the camera person. Not so in this one, so appreciative of this.🎉

[@3B_Productions]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@hovaard]

Fully agree. Normally I barely get thru a first verse on live amature recordings.

[@everythingrc3127]

They nailed it from the instrumental to vocals DAMN😮😮

[@Kathleen-r6j]

Exactly they are great musicians to be able copy such awesome groups Chicago , Earth Wind and Fire etc.

[@davidstephens3884]

I saw Chicago in 1973 and 1976 (original lineup) and I've seen Leonid & Friends 6 times and they never cease to disappoint! Great bunch of talented musicians they are!

[@TJWinter1221]

Wish they had the Tower of Power there with them! 🎺🎺🎺🎺

[@michaelanderson2881]

They never cease to disappoint? What?

[@davetn1]

@@michaelanderson2881 should read "they never disappoint" Won't let me go back and edit.

[@atozzerotoninedude]

He meant to say "and they never amaze me!"

[@larrystout855]

YOUR BETTER THAN CHICAGO! LOVE TO SEE YOU AT GIANT ARENA IN HERSHEY, PA.

[@TP-vu3tc]

I'VE BEEN A BIG FAN OF CHICAGO SENSE 1967. THERE GOOD BUT NO WAY MORE TALENTED THAN THE ORIGINAL BOYS

[@glennjelich3174]

What a ball tearer ! Incredibly good for a live recording. The guy on the Telecaster is possessed by the spirit of Terry Kath himself ... 👏

[@EyeWatchThemAll]

Understated

[@cpufrost]

Great band and nice camera work! 😀

[@hifrommike2120]

A lot of gas still left in the tank of those songs. 🙃🙃

[@davidvasquez8982]

The tank will never go empty.

[@David-f2p5m]

AWSOME!!! Wish I could have been there. You guys sound better on stage live...than in your studio!! That's great stuff!!!❤❤❤

[@JK-g62]

I disagree with that..i think they sound fantastic in the studio as well

[@David-f2p5m]

@@JK-g62 yeah... They do...I agree but there's just something nastalgic about hearing the live on stage performance... it's like fine wine after it's aged...it's like records vs cd's...I would take the record album over cd's

[@frankharris4694]

Very tight,high energy and great rendition of the original. I forgot how good that song was/is.🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿

[@F21012013R]

Excellent! Would love to see you performing in the Netherlands.

[@vk88864]

I love how the vocalists take a step back to give the musicians the limelight they deserve. You can see they all respect each other’s talents.

[@mlinder2000]

Wow...that was an incredible cover. You guys never disappoint

[@waterfallentertainment5902]

AMAZING!!! 🤩 Can’t wait to see you all in Plymouth, MA on June 24!!! I’ve waited years for this!!!! I humbly submit this REQUEST LIST🙏of favorite songs that you perform. Thank you and I truly love you guys for what you are doing with the music!!!!! Beginnings Feeling stronger every day Saturday in the Park Make me smile. Does anybody really know what time it is Call on me Old days 25 or 6 to 4 Just you and me Ain’t nobody Vehicle Spinning wheel. Got to get you into my life My old school Fantasy September After the love has gone .

[@74bshs]

Since this concert is now a "fait accompli", I think you heard almost everything that was on your "wish list". They played most of these at the concert we attended on June 2 in Jim Thorpe, PA, and then some. Including "Happy Man"! :)

[@sideswiped6874]

wow, that was, just great! just great. I have been listening to that song for a long time now. thanks for posting it!

[@CyLanceDougood]

Excellent job. Guitar solo was fantastic. Great sound all around.

[@Renerator]

That was great! I saw ur show about 2 years ago or so in Ft. Lauderdale Florida. It was AWESOME! What ever happened to the lead singer that was stuck in Ucraine after the war started? Is he ok?

[@josephburns9819]

I saw 25 or 6 to 4 and had to listen. I have heard of this band before but never heard them. Great Cover! You earned my appreciation! Will listen to more. Thanks, all…

[@fohponomalama5065]

I used to play Chicago in my apartment when I attended college in the early 70's all the time! These guys are as good as the original, plus they have Ksenia Buzina to expand their repertoire. Great great group!

[@Clearinsound]

Dude you nailed the Guitar Solo.. Bravo.....

[@bradbyron3620]

Cannot get enough of this band. I just wish they would come back to Myrtle Beach South Carolina again. Hoping the day will come

[@rodneycaupp5962]

OK... Jesus these folks rock CHICAGO

[@robertlemoine3500]

Can you imagine if a North American band ,masters at there craft , started copying Russian classic rock songs and went there and played perfectly and got every inflection and felt every note . These folks are truly doing there part for world peace . Thankyou L&F . You made this a better place .

[@robertbruce6998]

Y’all are awsome. I’m a huge Chicago fan since 1974. You rocked it. Best cover ever!!!!

[@jrm2fla]

GREAT job… I love all y’all do… great studio work, too… I hope you come to South Florida again soon, I haven’t had a chance to see you live yet…

[@michaelmellon6851]

I love this band. I wish I could have seen them in person.

[@tomsurber2293]

You still can. They tour a lot.

[@p.s.6021]

Very good job for all 😋👌💖🎁✨💃🕺🥰🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@jamesaldrich2425]

Wow. Great voice on a bastard of a song to sing. Songs like this make vocalists cower in fear. Very well done. I've taught voice for over 30 years and this is an exceptional version of the song. Major props too for your lead guitarist doing his best to duplicate Terry Kath's incredible picking. Admirable job...one that very few take on...for good reason. He's obviously listened to the master and paid rightful homage to the solo and the man.

[@disco8891]

Love these guys keeping Chicago music alive..............I remember when i was younger there were so many musical influencers, like Beatles, Stones......etc................... but only Chicago caught my ear and my musical heart..... these guys keep my heart beating....god bless Chicago .... god bless Leonid & Friends

[@dza613]

Please come play for us here in Israel!

[@sean9522]

These guys are SUPERB

[@bradbyron3620]

Saw this band not too long ago in Myrtle Beach South Carolina. They were absolutely fantastic.

[@theotrotchie]

Love them!

[@artglock]

Finally, a guitarist who was able to sound like Terry Kath!!...And of course the rest of the bands from the horns, drums, and voculists, were fantastic.. Well done by all...

[@mikeberg5003]

You should check out their studio version on KZbin. This is good but their old guitarist Sergey is off the charts

[@roro5150]

Great band. Superbly talented group

[@jedd.5407]

Браво! Браво! Там наверху царит отличная атмосфера. Продолжайте качаться в свободном мире!

[@wildcard9724]

Yeah! What he said!

[@wb1985]

Still gives me chills.

[@MrFarkosh]

Saw “L & F’s” at Jergel’s near Pittsburgh, PA a month ago. Same energy and precision. Pray for peace.

[@angelinobravio8870]

Bravisimo!

[@barrysmith9407]

Even with the lineup changes stellar cover

[@yeahsure8323]

Not the solo….solo was done way better with other guy and original to the memory of Kath this was just meh

[@Godlvr008]

Not possible to be better than original...til now! Awesome!

[@shellakers10]

I agree! I've been listening to these guys and I might be ashamed to admit that they could be better than the original. STRONG!!!😮

[@peterrimel8170]

Seeing these extraordinary artists in November. Pumped as hell!!!

[@zigman8550]

I just saw then on 9/16/23 in Michigan. They are awesome!

[@tomassantiago1232]

OS GÊNIOS CRIAM....OS DISCÍPULOS CORREM ATRÁS...BONS ANOS NÃO VOLTAM MAÍS.🎸🎵🎼

[@brants7131]

Have my Houston tickets in hand for October! Wish the strings were there as well, this is gonna be AWESOME!

[@josephesposito9414]

me too

[@terryhill4100]

you did it right,am a terry kath fan old school,you guys are good,memories,thanks

[@MrZZRichie]

S.Kashilin と異なる　Lead Guitar Soloも　楽しめる(^^)！

[@edmundclark2088]

holy shit!!! so good!!!!!!