Dialogue (Part I & II) - Leonid & Friends (Chicago cover)

[@BrandtRedd]

The symbolism here is profound! The Dialog is sung between Serge in Kyiv and Vasily in Moscow. As I write this, armies assemble on the border between their two countries. The song was a call for peace and unity written by Robert Lamm of Chicago as the U.S. was embroiled in the Vietnam War. I join with Chicago, Leonid, and Friends calling out, "We can make it better; we can change the world now; we can save the children; we can make it happen. Yeah!"

[@craigholderman1054]

Well said. AMEN!

[@denisefarmer366]

👍🎯 Great comment. This band shows us that people are the same no matter the country. I love their talent, attitudes, dedication, hard work, and just imagine what hoops they probably have to jump through to come to the US, especially now in may 2022. God bless Leonid and Friends, appreciate and love you all.💗

[@artistaloca4]

@@denisefarmer366 Your comment is spot ON❣👍👍💖🤘

[@PaulHellerRealtor]

I saw them toda in concert. They were fabulous. And they spoke about the war and how they have family embroiled in the conflict. Their music is to heal and bring all people together. When they played this song it brought me to tears. Written during Vietnam but even more relevant today.

[@ERen-tj6jg]

🙏🌍🕊🌎🌿🌏✌😥 Please stop this insane war! Make it happen! Con mucho amor Russia 🇷🇺 and Ukraine 🇺🇦

[@des3298]

So I met Leonid the morning after a show in Jim Thorp PA. (July 2019), as I stayed at the same hotel as the entire band. (met everyone in the band as well) He and I spoke alone outside in the parking lot for a good 10 mins. He told me that he had to break down every song for all the members/ all the music for each instrument as well as the vocals. As we spoke I requested for him to consider my favorite Chicago song ...DIALOGUE PARTS 1 & 2. He said he knew the song and will consider adding it.... well - he did! Thank you Leonid!!! Another interesting note - he said that it is every musicians dream to come to America and play in front of the American audience.

[@norcaldeemichaels]

That's one of the things that draws me to this band. Lenoid & the older members grew up in the bad old days of communist Russia, & would hear American Rock 'n Roll on AM radio in the middle of the night from broadcasts in eastern Europe. Lenoid wanted to form a band, but there was no access to electric instruments, not that they were too expensive to afford, but they simply did not exist in Russia at the time, & had to scratch build their instruments out of equally scarce parts. The fact that him & others were able to live long enough to see communism fall, form a band & play the music they love, (and be very good at it) & tour the U.S. & actually make some money doing it along the way brings a tear to my eye.

[@74bshs]

Hey, we were at that same show! Did they make a good job of it, or what? Lucky you, to meet the band at the hotel where you were staying! (Did you meet Ksenia as well??!!) Thanks for your suggestion to them that they add this to their repertoire (one of my favorites as well), on this video, they hit it out of the park as they always do, what a nice group of people who obviously like what they do. Hope to see them again. Merry Christmas!

[@des3298]

@@74bshs Yes met Ksenia as well... they all were incredible! I will see them again whether in PA or a surrounding state....Maybe keep in touch and we all can meet at a show.

[@74bshs]

@@des3298 I would like that very much! I saw the real Chicago back in the mid-70's at the Spectrum in Philadelphia; Leonid and Friends are the next best thing to them as they were at that time. John in Montrose, PA

[@dtmjax5612]

David Staats I took my wife, son, and daughter in law to see them here in Jacksonville Florida on December 6th...they were fantastic. Even the younger ones in our group who might have heard a Chicago song here and there in passing, thoroughly enjoyed it. If they come back...we’ll be back also! Great show.

[@ChipsAplentyBand]

As a 64 year old American musician/composer/arranger/songwriter who grew up LOVING Chicago and adoring their music, insofar as recreating the original music is concerned, YOU ALL are the very best tribute band of any kind I have ever heard. And as a former Brass player I KNOW the difficulty of rendering such exact reproductions of Chicago's very polished instrumentals and vocals. You all even SOUND like Americans singing-there's very little discernible nonAmerican accent in your English language vocals. During your interviews before last year's concert in New York City you were asked what it was like bringing this quintessentially American music to our country and performing for Americans…and I can only say THANK YOU for doing such justice to it. The style, execution, and musicianship are all spot-on (exact and authentic), and I can tell you love this music as much as if you had grown up here in America and heard our jazz and rock as part of the culture here yourselves. To hear such spirit and fine musicianship from you all fills our hearts with love and joy, and I send you my thanks for the effort you must have spent in order to make that happen. If it were in my power to make you all 'honorary' Americans, I would. I can only think that Jimmy Pankow, Danny Seraphine, Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, Walter Parazaider, Peter Cetera, and the late Terry Kath would all be so very pleased-and maybe also a little scared too(!), because your renditions of their recordings are so very faithful to their originals. Your performances 'cook' with the same energy and vitality, and that is no small achievement. Thank you, thank you, thank you all.

[@kathygoldade6959]

I'm just a 64 year old music lover and so glad I found this band. I'm sure they never get tired of hearing how great they are!

[@tsfurlan]

Good sir, thank you for expressing that in a way I could never have..

[@OldWest1453]

Chicago was my favorite band from the time I was a pretty young kid. I was obsessed with them and know every lick, every nuance of every song on every album from 1-17. I couldn't have expressed what L&F has meant to me as a Chicago fan any better than you did.

[@davidn.5803]

Chills & Goosebumps all over. Incredible.

[@lindabianic8449]

Outstanding talents!

[@leslieschrager9682]

This is beyond good. Great drummer- Go Buckeyes!!

[@timsullivan67]

Can we talk about how impressive this drummer is...my God, he never leaves the pocket...

[@bgorg1]

I was thinking the same thing. Brother’s got groove

[@wanted-33]

Igor is a machine. As a life long drummer I will say the man is impressive.

[@TRCOnline1]

He literally 'sits' like a rock in the pocket!

[@NaturaLy50]

Just fantastic!

[@philiprea8340]

OH YEAH Igor is a BEAST... One solid drummer!!!

[@dukebrickhouse]

Another incredible track. You guys are doing more for Russian/American relations than all of the self-serving politicians put together.

[@74bshs]

Indeed! :)

[@jasonw8283]

You are amazing. Love every moment of your life. Coming from Independence, Mo. USA

[@timennis3456]

Truer words never spoken.

[@lindy3743]

Put it this way, it's the 5th vid of them I watched, and gave it a thumbs up.....before I watched it!!!!!

[@poppi1ify]

politicians only serve their interests, war pays more than peace

[@gregr7967]

First.... Kudos to Chicago. Their music back from the early 70's still sounding fantastic in 2020. Then... Hats off to one of the best cover bands I've ever heard. They keep Chicago's music fresh and alive. You can tell they love Chicago's music as much as we do. Leonid has done a fantastic job of not only finding musicians talented enough to pull this off and keep rocking the world, but bringing it to the rest of us. I felt as giddy as when I was a teenager hearing this for the first time.

[@Duh6666666]

Chicago had the genius to meld all these styles together and compose these brilliant tunes but Leonid and friends play them better.

[@seahippies]

Cover Band...Even Chicago say they're better than them!

[@74bshs]

I, too, feel as giddy as when I was a teenager, and that was when I bought all the Chicago albums in the 70's when I was in high school and college, went to a few concerts at the Spectrum in Philadelphia. And then L &F came into my life in 2019, went to their concert in Jim Thorpe, PA, and "I am Alive Again"!

[@vladesification]

Greg, уменя такие же чувства, несмотря на то, что я был когда то русским. По моему у них звучит немного круче чем оригинал. Или?

[@rickgraham786]

EXACTLY!😎

[@RamonRamosINSTRUOKE]

I close my eyes and you play exactly the band you wanted to be...😮🎉WOW! I am now a huge fan...All should do Mohegan Sun in Ct...or Foxwood...Thank Y'all for what you do...✌️👏🫶JOY

[@d.e.b.b5788]

I just wish these artists knew how much joy they have brought to hundreds of millions of people, by giving us live performances of some of the greatest songs ever made. Thank you thank you thank you thank you! You've made the world a better place, something few have been able to do! I know how hard it is to rehearse something until you get it down perfect; hours on end, sometimes it seems like it will never come out ... just... right. But you've managed to work through it until you have it perfect, and millions of us really appreciate what you have achieved. You are now immortal, just as Chicago and EWF are. Keep up the wonderful music, it's what makes the world a better place!

[@MelissaHurley1994]

hopefully I think they may see all the comments ☺️

[@MelissaHurley1994]

my dad loved them and so do I (:

[@lindabergman3127]

Darn right🥰they’re incredible and better r wry day🔥💕🔥💕saw them last month n they rocked this song n all the other’s ❤❤❤

[@timothycapobianco3693]

Very well said! The happiness, joy and appreciation for their hard work pours out from us all. What a talented enthusiastic group

[@lawrencehamm1478]

YOU GUYS ARE TOTALLY AND COMPLETELY AWESOME!!!!

[@Antoniberico]

you skippy are at best,naive

[@lawrencehamm1478]

@Antoniberico - Ok, CHIPPER, or is it CHAMP? Obviously you have some kind of issue with Leonid and Friends. They do excellent covers of CHICAGO songs, from what I have heard from them. What am I missing here that makes me so naive?

[@davidcantwell2489]

Don't even bother to give him the time of day Lawrence he ain't worth it. Just some troll wanker getting his cookies off by trying to get reactions out of people.

[@lawrencehamm1478]

@David Cantwell Thanks. This @Antonberico dude must be some kind of troll to make a comment on something like an excellent cover as this is. Some people I suppose have such a miserable life that this pleases them in some way.

[@lawrencehamm1478]

@INCOMUDRO JJPG IV- I stand corrected.

[@Mr70srocker]

Leonid & Friends! wow! i had goosebumps!

[@RonGillespie-q6k]

As a musician for many decades who has burned up many an eight track, cassette and LP studying and memorizing every nuance of Chicago’s music, it cannot be overstated how beautifully this group of people have captured and cloned this band especially the Kath and Seraphine parts to say nothing of the Cetera vocals. Simply an amazing stroll down memory lane.

[@theflash1425]

I worked the live sound for Chicago a total of four times in the very beginning of their impressive run. I think Bob Lamm would be very proud of this cover. AND, as always, Igor was a BEAST!

[@OldWest1453]

Igor is a total boss. I don't play drums, but I am obsessed with great drummers and have studied most of them. Igor is right up there with the best of them. He has to be the best drummer in Russia.

[@shyman99]

It was the winter of 1972 and my parents were driving me to my grade school Christmas play when this song came on the radio. I fell in love with it then and now nearly 50 years later I am reliving that memory thanks to this exceptional performance.

[@frankmarsh1159]

Bought this on cassette because of Saturday in the Park. I only had a little (one speaker) portable cassette recorder and played it everyday after school. It wasn't until a few years later after I saved enough money from my paper route and my first job at Arby's when I was 15 that I bought my first stereo. This became my favorite Chicago song the first time I ever heard it.

[@jacappy111]

@@frankmarsh1159 Same here Frank !! My fav too, first time I heard it ‼️

[@scottmace2002]

Just the thought of hearing this on the radio again...

[@santiagocabrera5932]

I fell in love with Chicago in the 70’s in Cuba, listening at closed doors because American music wears prohibited. I bet they would die if thy listen now to Russians playing Chicago with and absolutely perfect performance and accent. Great band

[@santinocorleone1204]

This song is apropos today. I got my driver's license in '72 ... Man, did I crank this on my cars radio ('65 Plymouth Fury II!!) Sounds better via today's electronics!

[@tpaul5085]

From Canada … totally awesome cover of one of my favourite Chicago songs of the 70’s. I first heard this in 1974 when I was 14 and I feel like I played this on my turntable a thousand times (perhaps wore out the grooves). THANK YOU! ❤️👍

[@craigcapell6751]

I am 62 years old and I absolutely loved Chicago back in the 70's. I played drums back then and when I heard you guys it just brought back all those old great memories. My God you guys are excellent, beyond excellent. America can truly love and appreciate your music. I know I do, absolutely. Thank you. Can't wait to see you in concert.

[@mediamannaman]

I wonder how long it takes them to get this good - from the time they choose the song to the time they do the recorded performance. They make it look so effortless, but they are matching the original Chicago recordings so exactly. I'm totally bumfuzzled. How does Igor the drummer match every lick that Danny Seraphine laid down so easily - and he's not even looking at music. And how does the lead guitarist match Terry Kath's insane guitar solos (I was blown away by how well he played 25 or 6 to 4)? They are incredible musicians and singers. Just, wow!!

[@jerryfeigelson4728]

saw them live the best Chicago band ever....replicates the original band amazing!!

[@74bshs]

My musings exactly. Saw L&F in July of 2019 in Jim Thorpe, PA, they were great. My questions are just like yours. I guess those are "Questions 67 and 68". Peace! :)

[@roykliffen9674]

Each of them is an established musician in his/her own right, some of them having won prices in international (jazz)festivals. They are amongst the best out there, though barely known in the West.

[@cgdombrow]

Yep, lead guitarist is Terry Kath caliber.....Igor on drums is effortlessly masterful, and Leonid can lay down the bottom on his bass quite nicely too.....the whole group is outstanding and you can see and feel the joy they have for this music

[@jospinvanraat8730]

I imagine it takes may hours of painstaking repetition and attention to detail. Chapeau. Absoultely fantastic!

[@terrybarr6047]

Fantastic by everybody. Another classic. Vasily and Serge just killing it with their vocals.

[@lindabergman3127]

Sounds better every time I've listened to them n they were fabulous the first time n Serge is a hunk💓

[@lindabergman3127]

Love his voice too👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@michaeldibiasio9312]

This band should rightly be called “Chicago”, not that tired “tribute” band that masquerades as the real thing today! Even though it takes a separate vocalist and lead guitarist to recreate the great Terry Kath, you have done him proud. I saw Chicago three times in the early 1980s when they were great. Today, I would skip seeing “Chicago” would come to see “Leonid and Friends” to recreate that experience!

[@mikeberg5003]

Partly agreee. Leonid and Friends are 10x better than the current "Chicago" but by the time you saw then in the 80s the heart and soul of the band (Terry) was gone and they'd turned into a sappy Peter Cetera lounge act. I saw them 4 times in the early 70s.

[@MrJoeFlorida]

Sergey just burns on guitar, love it.

[@philinwhiterock]

Yeah he sure rips it up!

[@jakobole]

He's fab!

[@scotts1356]

My God, the horn section sounds EXACTLY like Chicago. Well, all the instruments do. What an incredible cover band. Thanks guys!

[@lindabergman3127]

They are fantastic in every song and attention to details! Vocals are even better live ❤saw them two nights ago and I will never forget their awesomeness 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@scotts1356]

@@lindabergman3127 I'd love to see them live. I'm jealous!!

[@pietroamaretti8550]

Exactly the same with one saxophone more?

[@johnpappas6113]

I’ve seen Chicago 6 times ., twice in the 70s with Terri Kath...! This cover band deserves all the accolades and praise that they are getting .! Excellent musicians and dedicated to perfection ..! Honestly., some of their stuff sounds better than the latest Chicago stuff

[@m.o.5137]

Saw Chicago 5 times and next October I’m going to see this amazing group in Cleveland

[@gustavopardiplaz4301]

✌️

[@einarabelc5]

Anything in the Studio without drugs and healthier.

[@rconger384]

Yep.

[@Last_one_before_I_go]

The basswork by Leonid is pretty stellar...

[@chuckkay]

He is absolutely kicking it! Walking that bass all over the place!

[@leebrand7504]

As a bass player i dont think we realise what a brilliant bass player Leonid is.

[@resocujr]

@@leebrand7504 I certainly do!

[@rongaliene1055]

I get the chills just listening to this!! This is THE perfect example of music transcending cultural and nationalistic differences. The boys from DePaul would never have predicted the impact they would have so long into the future... and forever.IMO. This music is timeless. When we learn just how interconnected we all are , regardless of race and/or faith, We will make it happen!

[@daleguidry8473]

CHILLS ALSO / BRUH !!

[@Frankincensedjb123]

Get a sweater

[@rongaliene1055]

@@Frankincensedjb123 I like Cardigans, or possibly a rugged pullover? I loved Frank Zappa!

[@stevencebula6300]

I listened to Chicago when I was in high school. On a 8-track. Later had all their albums. Now CD's. Love watching this band pay. Awesome group. Thank you for the music.

[@mikehenningsen8796]

I am so Impressed, I am a 63 year old Chicago fan, enjoy your Videos!

[@Duh6666666]

Almost better than the original, the musicianship is stellar.

[@markdemos75]

And English is not their first language!

[@msnyder6200]

My kudos. I can understand your lyrics sung easier than the original. Which of course increases the fun of listening.

[@allang1968]

@@markdemos75 Russianglish...lol

[@bobrich1950]

It is better. These guys are tighter than the original Chicago. And i was a hugh fan back in the early 70's

[@stevecareskey6542]

Duh666, omit almost!

[@amberfernandez6466]

IGOR never cease to amaze me.

[@1kindredspirit1]

He is so smooth it's deceptive how really really good he is.

[@deweyfosworth7833]

Dude's a beast. Like that OSU gear he's rockin'.

[@ericbischoff218]

Amaze is right. . . .wow . . .

[@lionheartroar3104]

I had a chance to chat with him.In that short conversation I told him I admired his technique and sound. he humbly looked down at the floor ans said "I really try". So modest and lovely a guy!

[@nudist1033]

Read my ORIGINAL comment at the top of the page from 11/12/2019.

[@dalepurvis2412]

Born in '58 and lived thru this terrific music scene. You folks absolutely nailed this song! Congratulations to such magnificent artists!

[@marmhamp]

The beauty brought tears to my eyes.

[@medarjgs]

Qué linda dama. Es que sus videos musicales están bien trabajados. (How cute lady. Because his music videos are well worked.)

[@rick2112rkrk]

First I smiled, then as you said, it reduced me to tears.

[@74bshs]

You are referring, of course to Ksenia. Music ain't bad, either! :)

[@bookendsound1]

Yes! Tears are the response brought on by pure happiness. I play these vids first thing every day and the first thing that happens is tears, always. Makes all the difference in how my day is going to go.

[@denisefarmer366]

@@bookendsound1 Amazing. I have the same reaction, happy tears. This band is so inredible and when you add it all up, these folks are exactly what we need right now. The world is a mess and Leonid and Friends is spreading a soothing balm of love over our hearts. ❤️

[@ab935]

This song takes on special meaning now.

[@bobrich1950]

"After changes upon changes, we are more or less the same"

[@piscesman54]

Knocked it out of the ball park. Brought tears of joy to my eyes. It just gets better and better. You guys bring back to life the spirit of the era. You sing and play like you really believe it, and that comes through so powerfully, it's irresistible. So much cohesion. You truly 'make it happen'. Can't get enough.

[@TheStikapos]

Let’s face it folks. As good as they all are, she steals the show. Every time. Which is something. They are great.

[@eezyclsmooth9035]

Leonid and Friends do it again! The Greatest Cover Band in the World !

[@clandry1234]

Toss up between these guys and Foxes and Fossils!

[@LenaK-J]

There's 1 more great Cover band. Listen to Gruhak doing The Doors, and also Led Zeppelin!. 💖 ( Subscribe on 'We are Gruhak' 👍

[@LenaK-J]

I gave a Like, but there is really 2! 😊

[@tedk2814]

This is one of my favorite songs of Chicago and Leonid and Friends does it proud! I lived in Florida and was 18 years old when "Dialogue" was released and unfortunately I had the mindset of Serge's part, that is like.... no problems here. There is nothing new under the sun, now its middle of 2022 and this song is still pertinent. Thanks to Leonid and Friends for keeping these lyrics popular.

[@jeffdeprato6569]

Saw you guys in Oklahoma City, hope you come back next year.

[@lindabergman3127]

So do I ❤

[@crosenvold1]

This song blew me away 50 years ago - and now it does it again in this incredible contemporary performance from some of the most competent and well playing musicians I know.

[@stevenlondon8473]

Same here, always on of my favorites by Chicago. It's great that L&F covered the song, bringing it back to life for younger people to hear. Too great to just sit in the archives. L&F really did it justice!

[@zedlicious]

YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN - YEAH. You’re making it happen, east meets west and spreading the good vibes of peace and the epic harmony of Chicago to a wider audience. Makes me smile I’m a happy man. ✌️

[@williambonson6846]

This amazing band need to go viral on everyone's social media. Their resurrection of Chicago's musical genius is the joy the world needs now in the depressive state we're coping with as the tumultuous year 2020 marches on.

[@robertboyle1368]

That drummer never misses a beat

[@tourgwai]

Every time I listen to this song, the line "Don't it make you angry the way war is dragging on?" particularly resonates with me. Knowing that Serge is from Ukraine and Vasily is from Russia adds a layer to what seems like a tragic prophecy within the lyrics. Yet, I hold onto the belief that "We can make it better".

[@lindabergman3127]

Yes I’m sick of the war mongers funding these horrible wars😭

[@WldHny1]

You are breaking my stereotypes of Russians (I'm in Minneapolis, MN, USA). So much great energy and phenomenal musicianship. I listened to these songs over and over when I was young. I had every note memorized. So great to hear them re-done by you.

[@timteevin4517]

👍 Love the ending. They should sell Leonid t-shirts for all of us fans.

[@RMGCBG]

Proof of Terry Kath’s GENIUS

[@fretbuzz59]

In what way?

[@RMGCBG]

fretbuzz59 note by note reproduction duh

[@RMGCBG]

Love you guys keeping Chicago Transit Authority alive!!!!

[@fretbuzz59]

@@RMGCBG Wouldn't that be indicative of the "genius" of the guy doing the reproduction? Look, I like Terry too, but "genius" is WAY overused.

[@redddbaron]

@@fretbuzz59 Except in Terry's case it isn't hyperbole at all.

[@roberta.6399]

Your dedication to doing Chicago proud is truly apparent . Fantastic performance. We too wish for peace.

[@CaptainQueue]

Blown away by this incredible band. Just when I hear an incredible lick by an instrument, another instrument sounds off. Not to mention the fantastic vocals. Children, behold a real rock band.

[@nobodyreally6345]

You should see them in person. I have twice and am hoping for a third time this year. I was fortunate to meet a few of them two years ago. Drummer, new guitarist, manager and Ksenia. Plus a couple other people including new saxophone 🎷 guy.

[@terrykathforever]

Music is the universal language and shows us allways : the borders are only in our head. Love and peace for everyone ❤ Stop all wars - we the people never wanted them. It only where people want to make money or have more power. All the best to your musicians you are marvelous 👍🤩

[@lindabergman3127]

Terry would definitely love this wonderful group of musicians n singers👏👏👏👏

[@lindabergman3127]

We were on our feet singin clapping thruout this song

[@keithreding1828]

Leonid showing off some bass skills in this song! Bravo!

[@toogie555]

He is great, but keeps a low profile, even though he is the leader and founder of the group. THANKS Leonid !

[@oldwest517]

Given that Cetera was one of the best bass players in rock music in the 70s, covering his parts with style and perfection is no small feat.

[@ronherrera8327]

Peter Cetera used a Pbass with a pick, slightly different tone.

[@raymondlozano6938]

I first listened to Leonid & Friends on my phone a week ago while out for a walk. The first song I heard was "25 Or 6 To 4." Man, was I blown away! I remembered listening to Chicago while in high school in the 80's. Fantastic group! Then to hear Leonid & his Professional Friends cover the Chicago tunes like a blanket, well, as Wayne and Garth would say "We're not worthy, we're not worthy!" I hope when this pandemic is over they will come back to the U.S. and treat us all to more great music. As a fellow trumpet player, it is so impressive to hear the professional quality of their trumpets, other instruments and vocalists. Throw in that they're singing the songs in English and this is off the charts. I know I certainly could NOT sing in Russian. As many others have said in this Comments section, Leonid and Friends are doing more to further U.S.-Russian relations than an army of politicians ever could. Musical exchanges, not military and political ones, is what our two countries need a lot more of. Best wishes to Leonid & Friends and all of the good people of Russia. Sincerely, Ray Stockton/Lodi, CA USA

[@dotlund1096]

They just added dates in October for Modesto and Sacramento. I’m in Stockton. 😊

[@davedaugherty6096]

You all have set the bar so high with previous covers that it seems impossible you can keep topping yourself......and yet, you do, every single time!! This is stunning. Can't wait to see it live later this month!

[@donna3465]

The bass player is rarely mentioned, but he’s a beast on that bass guitar, and it’s so evident that he loves what he’s playing! I love his smile!

[@brethiler5629]

The bass player is Leonid ;)

[@74bshs]

Leonid always smiles when he plays. He likes what he is doing. And creating. He is quite the guy.

[@MrWahooknows]

Out of this world talent. The mixing is uber-professional.

[@robertleiblie4656]

My wife and I saw this band last Saturday November 5 at Ameristar Casino Kansas City!!! What a fantastic time!!! If you get the chance to see them live don’t miss it!!! The band had some changes in their lineup but didn’t miss a beat!!! Horn section was outstanding!!! Have seen Chicago several time in my life and this band is spot on!!!!

[@nobodyreally6345]

Robert, that was a Friday. 😁 I was there, too. I met Igor (drums), Konstantin (guitar) and Ksenia the next morning in the hotel lobby. Plus a few others.

[@wiredog56]

I can't help but be taken back in time when "everything was fine" ......great, great music...special

[@PatriotSteve]

The level of talent here is mind blowing.

[@lindabergman3127]

Yes it is❤

[@kevinblanchard9064]

Good job, vocals and playing were on point. When I listen to Vasily sing, I get a little bit of Terry Kath meets Joe Cocker but in a good way. Serge's vocals sound like Peter Cetera

[@Coupydog]

I'd say they've improved the song for the current times 💪😎😁😊😎

[@DM1956x]

Vasily Kathcocker...

[@keithkersten5586]

These singers blend great together and agree vocals are amazing!

[@gerryrice4848]

A little higher than cetera

[@anthonydavis4829]

Cloning is illegal.

[@johnchildress6133]

absolutely a great band!

[@josiechas]

I've been a big Chicago fan since "68 when I first heard Introduction and was hooked immediately. You guys (and beautiful young lady) are just amazing. Dialogue is one of my favorites and you absolutely nailed it. Thanks for all of your hard work.

[@steveepsteen1653]

I don't know if everyone knows how difficult it must have been for Leonid to chart this music and break it down in a way that makes it possible to play together as a band and sound so spot on. It's incredible. I was a fan after I saw 25 or 6 to 4 the first time. If they come close I'll be in the audience.

[@ronniedrumm1]

WOW! This is PERFECTION! I was listening without looking at the screen and actually thought it was the original Carpenters version! Didn’t realize it was Leonid & Friends until I went to skip an ad! Truly outstanding musicianship and never thought anyone could come that close to Karen Carpenter!

[@New-Moderate]

Carpenters? This is a Chicago song. Are you just joking?

[@thomasreyes2432]

These guys always leave me shaking my head in disbelief. They are SO good. I saw them in Beverly Hills a few weeks ago and they were so technically perfect. They were also extremely engaging and entertaining. That was one of the best concerts I have ever seen and I saw all of the biggest groups from the early 70s to the 80s. I hope to see them again next year. Thank you, Leonid and Friends!

[@zmaninpgh]

I’m 57 years old and I have never really appreciated the band Chicago until now. I probably would have never been interested in that band if it wasn’t for you guys!

[@raydenzel192]

Their music is getting me through a difficult time. I thank you all.

[@maureendrozda9960]

Such An Amazing Song From Robert Lamm! A Perfect Description Of All The TENSION, SERIOUS PROBLEMS, PAINFUL CHANGES, & RESTRUCTURING Of Society Of The Late 1960s & Early 1970s....It Was SOMETHING ELSE!....You Really Had To Have Been There! But This Cover Takes Chicagos' Original To An Even HIGHER Level!! These Amazing Musicians & The Vocals Recreate The Emotion Of Terry Kath & Peter Cetera To Perfection! Like Others Have Said - Absolutely STELLAR!!!⭐🌃💫🌟🎇

[@timroden6617]

Hats off to the producer of the videos. This comes together seamlessly.

[@funknbr49]

Don’t know if it’s his Bachelor of Arts or maybe it’s his steady high, but Sergey channels Terry Kath and rocks that guitar and wah-wah! DIG IT!

[@joedinchak6730]

Your Band blows my mind. It's such a unique story, along with some of the best musicians gathered in one place. Chicago is a tough act to follow. You should be very proud of how you represent your country and the great music you play. I saw Chicago in the 70's with Terry Kath. You bring that same excitement back to me now. You have got a special gift. Hope to see you post pandemic. Music IS the universal language!

[@TimmySmoke55]

I wanna know how many months Kashirin went to sleep with the Kath solos on a loop. Dude crushes it!!!!!

[@matthewmuller5794]

As a musician and huge Chicago fan, I can say I would much rather come to see you folks than the current version of the 'real' Chicago. Stellar!!

[@JK-yu7hj]

That finale blows it out of the water!

[@lindabergman3127]

😂🔥🔥🔥

[@ErynM75]

This needs to be America's anthem once again. This song is as powerful today as it was when it was first recorded by Chicago. THANK YOU Leonid & Friends for performing this song.

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

Blown away. These guys are stellar!

[@ankihansen2489]

I was expecting this since I discovered this band. This seals the deal, you're the best Chicago tribute band and you're actually better than the current lineup.

[@keithkersten5586]

All great musicians and they continue to amaze us/ great singers and wonderful songs

[@robertoruiz9049]

Totaly Totaly AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!KILLER👍👍👍

[@Coupydog]

What's that exactly saying? I heard their "current" lineup isn't very impressive.

[@ankihansen2489]

@@Coupydog They aren't, they lack the magic of Danny Seraphine, Peter Cetera and the late Terry Kath.

[@polarbear2579]

The current Chicago lineup is down to Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, and James Pankow. The rest are all sidemen. They are professional, but they lack the spark of the original. Which brings us to Leonid and Friends......they are fine musicians, too, AND they have that spark, that love of the music that made it special when we first heard it. It's not a competition, you can and should see and hear both.

[@johnroseman9087]

Now....That's a Cover Band. Unbelievable! THANK YOU!!!❤

[@sunking26]

I have no words to describe what I'm feeling. What this band has made to make us feel this way? it Is not the memories of past times, nor the memories of a great band (Chicago)...but L&F freshness, good vibes, charisma and, of course, their high interpretative quality... I'm near of tears at this moment, listen to this awesome tune... Thanks, Leonid and Friends...You make me feel alive (Leonid, Vlad... Happy Birthday!!!, Vladimir, Sergey, Serge, Vasilii, Igor, Andrei, Oleg, Maxim..and Ksenia)

[@piscesman54]

I feel exactly the same way.

[@74bshs]

I feel the same way. If you have the opportunity, go see them at a venue in your neighborhood, we we able to do so in July, 2019, it is well worth it! And we will do so again in July, 2020 in Jim Thorpe, PA. go for it! :)

[@Wrexxxx]

I think this is song is better covered by you guys than the actual Chicago band present day. Way more passion as well. Would love for you guys to cover “A Hit By Varese” off the Chicago V album!

[@sambateman8097]

Such a relevant tune(s) and so well done! 1972 all over again! Bravo!!

[@fuerlobo3536]

I love u ... chicago was my way from 68 ... chicago transit authority ... i'm a man ... south california purples ... terry cath ... thank you ... germany loves all of you.

[@keithkersten5586]

Great musicians make great things happen- thanks to Leonid and friends!

[@williambattaglini2198]

We have a new Peter Cetera. After all, maybe one of the best songs of Chicago. The bass part , the horns, the dialogue... Ps I loved Peter Cetera as bass player & as singer.

[@polarbear2579]

And Sergey channels Terry Kath's guitar work, technique, and sound better than any of the many guitarists Chicago has employed in the ensuing years.

[@SCHWARTZCAT1]

Terry reincarnated ?!!

[@johndraper2394]

He was a monster on bass. Absolutely

[@halputzke223]

This is the only one that has even come close to Cetera and he nailed it.

[@oldwest517]

@@polarbear2579 No competition.

[@willardgopaul2647]

These Genius Musicans have brought back such a love and appreciation for the great songs/music of one of the best Bands ever Chicago.Superb Covers!All of them!Congratulations and Best Wishes!I'm a Fan!🙏👏👍👋✌👊✊🤜🤛

[@daspencer51]

BRAVO!!!!!!!! I hereby decree you all HONORABLE United States citizens May God Bless you all

[@74bshs]

Great song from Chicago V, great cover by L&F, saw them do this in concert not long ago, go see them, you will not be disappointed! :)

[@richmacdonald9132]

I've watched this 10 times now, still trying to find a flaw. Spotless. I've been a fan for two years now, and can say your work is amazing. See you in November!

[@droses1600]

One slight flaw I noticed: he sings "shapes of things to come" (2m41s) instead of "shape of things..." - but it's nitpicking really. Sorry to have brought it up and besmirch this brilliant rendition of my favourite CTA track.

[@MrRJS27]

@@droses1600 That's the only one I found as well!

[@billjohnson3858]

The Chicago version ends with "...we can make it hap", and they ended with "...we can make it happen."

[@danstephensen9032]

WORLD-CLASS MUSICIANS performing f l a w l e s s l y every world-musician's favorite tunes. Thank you LEONID AND F R I E N D S. PLEASE COME TO PHOENIX !!!

[@elisabethlinz4256]

I am downright in love with your voices.... Sergei (does anybody care what time it is etc. ) ...Vasily...Serge...(Dialogue etc.) !!!!! More than impressive...

[@relativity1581]

Please come back to America. You are wonderful! You are a breath of fresh air .

[@JDPri77]

I am new to this channel. This is one of my favorite Chicago songs, and this is an excellent cover (probably the best I have heard). As a musician of over 45 years and a bass player that led my bands over the years, I congratulate Leonid on his work to bring this talent together. Of the original Chicago band, by favorite musician was Terry Kath (RIP). His vocals brought the soul in to the music which was sadly missing when he passed. I was also a fan of Peter Cetera as a vocalist and bass player. They were the combination and contrast that couldn't be replicated in the Chicago band as it exists today. Having said that, this rendition really captures that combination very well. I was very impressed with the singer that sang the Terry Kath part. I can't imagine how hard it would be to sing that part in English for a non-English speaking singer. Well done. I also have to comment on the drummer. I have played with many drummers over the years and so many want to bang the drums like John Bonham. That worked for one drummer, his name was John and he is no longer with us. The remaining 10% are very detail oriented and listen for the correct sound that blends with the rest of the instruments, primarily the bass. Igor captures the style of drumming that I would really enjoy working with. The guitar player is quite good. I have one very minor criticism with the selection of guitars. Terry Kath played a Strat for nearly all the songs. In this case he played a tele-deluxe (modified with a Gibson humbuckers neck pickup) and those guitars might be hard to find around Moscow. Very great addition of Ksenia Buzina (I have seen her name spelled Ksenona) on part II . She is always a welcome addition in my humble opinion. Cheers!

[@leobell3502]

A magnificent piece! Thank you Mr. Alexey Ashtaev (RIP). Le😎 Musician San Francisco, Califusa

[@gwlong]

Superb. I remember when Chicago first released this song. It was a song of hope, a song of encouragement. Somehow we failed to live up to it. Maybe the new "young ones" will.

[@sambateman8097]

I agree wholeheartedly! BUT - we need to provide them some guidance gleaned from our experience.

[@Zizzyrae]

We’re doing our best - some of us “young ones” at least. Though the issues are slightly different than those faced during the boomer’s youth, the same distress and passion is ever present. I think people in my generation (Z) just need to prioritize value over instant gratification, among other things, and think deeper and formulate their own opinion not solely based on trashy rappers and elderly politicians. Our generation needs inspiration like this classic, I wish everyone my age could just see how much more meaningful (most) classic rock is compared to the garbage that is mass produced today.

[@jocknomore]

I love these guys and gal. This song is from the 70's we did not make it happen. Let us try again!

[@gerbs139]

If not us, who? If not now, when?

[@chrisforeman4240]

Back in October, Leonid and Friends couldn't have known the world was facing a terrible pandemic. Yet, they recorded this ROCKIN' tune with its awesome message, "We can save the children. We can save the world now. We can make it happen!" Gives me the goose bumps - I'm a believer!!

[@escapelevel1]

For those who give this a thumbs down what is your reasoning? What don’t you like? I don’t understand why anyone would dislike this cover.

[@Localgirl808inFla]

Chicago was my favorite band growing up (still is), this is my favorite song. Wow, you guys crushed it! What a talented group of musicians and the vocals were superb! And the horns...bravo! Thank you for this excellent cover!!!

[@feathersax]

This aging American fellow is 74. Yes, Chicago came onto the scene during my college years. Leonid & Friends not only "cover" the music, they bring their own amazing freshness to these great songs. Salute!

[@tomlewis70]

WOW, where have I been to miss this group. 20 plus years in the live music nightclub business. If I ever get back into the business, these guys will be on the stage.

[@riv6556]

Ребята, вы самые!!! Фантастика!!! Я поклонник Чикаго с юности, а мне седьмой десяток и уже трудно удивить. Но вы сделали это! Как в юности затрепетало все! Внесли столько юной свежести в то, что вроде давно слышал! Кланяюсь вам в пол! Пусть звезды освещают вам путь! Здоровья вам и успеха! В мастерстве вам трудно найти равных! Пусть удача сопутствует вам! Ксению берегите. С вашей помощью такой красивый талант можно развить в сольное звучание. Возможно, Чикаго это не хватало. А у вас будет вишенка на торте! И тысячу раз спасибо!!! Миллион!!!

[@Elpuma1374]

RIV, What?

[@donfore9931]

In December 1972, at age 10, I purchased my first music, a "45" of Chicago's Dialogue (Part I & II). Thank you for finally covering this tune, and doing it so well!

[@cintrepdchannel5854]

Canada loves Leonid and Friends FB Group 🇨🇦

[@phillipbrome5064]

i am only recently a fan of this group but i will be a true fan for the rest of my life.

[@howardclegg6497]

Welcome to the crowd My wife wonders what has happened to me.

[@TallBob1962]

Holy crap! That was over-the-top fantastic. Every instrument, every voice. You guys are amazing!