STEELY DAN "BABYLON SISTERS" COVID COVER

[@Android-Zen]

Absolutely perfect. Even the vocals are dead on. Y'all should go on tour.

[@dimsunk]

Thx man!

[@chriss.570]

If they could they wouldn't be making a virtual concert

[@josephbell5806]

Totally agree, Android_Z! I'm a lifelong Steely Dan fan, have heard the studio version of this song literally hundreds of times.....utterly flawless!!

[@alyn7d7]

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[@St705]

Great performance! "You got to shake it baby, you got to shake it baby, yaaa" lyric almost as good as " is there gas in the car yes there's gas in the car " from Kid Charlemagne.

[@KyleHannanUK]

In 40 years of listening to this song, I've never heard any cover come this close to the real thing. Thank you, especially the lead vocal and, above all, the mixer.

[@zblip22]

Thanks!

[@AdvancedLiving]

Ironically, these “Covid Sessions” have been the highlight of 2020 for me.

[@patrickallan5867]

As a Steely Dan fan and a musician, I can say this is one of the best covers I've ever heard. Not only are the performances perfect, the production and editing are spot on. More than glad to be a subscriber and see such a video produced during such restrictions. Thank you.

[@Kelvin71]

Love this. Especially the vocalist capturing the zeitgeist of the Dan in that world weary cynical delivery.

[@gj8683]

Like it? Had to come back several days later just to take it all in again. It is simply superb.

[@aframers]

Damn…. Nice cover!😊

[@BassKlef1]

THAT RHODES IS ON POINT TONALLY AND ACCURACY. LOVE LISTENING TO GOOD COVERS LIKE THESE!

[@thebluesrockers]

This song brings back a lot of memories for me.

[@jacknapier7935]

Drummer nailed the Purdie shuffle and the singer was dead on Fagen. Bravo!

[@2011joser]

Another dose of perfection. This is the zoom meeting Walter would produce if he was still with us. Thanks to all of you for this.

[@symongeronimo4930]

Steely dan is bands favorite band. Absolutely perfect.

[@aarontroughton1447]

Nailed it guys! Not easy to cover the Dan, Becker would be proud... More of this please ;)

[@zer0grav1ta5]

also the production of the video highlighting the incredible arrangement, just wow.

[@stephenbirks6458]

Fantastic ! Thankyou ! for cheering up our loockdowns ! SB British Isles

[@johnnyjay669]

Wow! Best cover I've heard of this tune. All are the players are pros, but I love Kim Richardson! She's spot on. Wow.

[@iankr]

Lovely. Drummer nails that shuffle. BVs stunning.

[@nikaa6594]

Absolutly great your hear your new fresh version..great ..waiting more..

[@thomaswerkle7992]

Oh man I love steely dan and this is one hell of a cover ! Everyone did an amazing job !

[@dimsunk]

Thank you!

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@totomariano4340]

Specially the drum cover .Amazing

[@robertlonergan9401]

I still love this! Best cover version of any song ever.

[@KP11520]

The Young Lady KNOCKED it outa the Park! With all the Horn Dogs right behind! Bravo! All the textures were there!!!

[@danielsteiner7088]

Just untill were out of town ....Turn that jungle music down .......Soulfully!

[@jillmilks4587]

This is fabulous. Top notch job everyone. I feel like I am listening to the actual Steely Dan band.

[@minhuang8848]

Everything fits neatly, but by God the vocals are on point, never heard such a clean cover feels like it. Good shuffle too.

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@DZNTZ]

It takes a special group of musicians to really do justice to a classic like this, and man, you guys crushed it. The performances are eerily perfect, and the mixing and editing is just masterful. It’s always a treat to watch you play, Max, but when you play with a group it’s transcendent - your passion and intensity is incredible. Thank you all for doing what you do.

[@dimsunk]

Thx so much man! Appreciate it !

[@1006V]

Outstanding cover of greatest music ever!

[@jameswilkas7483]

OUTSTANDING GUYS & GAL! Spot on, and beautiful sounds....WOW!

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

Absolutely Beautiful ! , Excellent in every way . Thank You for sharing .

[@ronkarnack3906]

The most silky version of this I ever heard. Mind blown.

[@zsteinkamp]

Nailed that Purdie groove. A real pleasure to listen to!

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@joesantamaria5874]

That ain’t no bullshit either. Nice!

[@blahpunk1]

Oh yeah! When the vocal harmony mixes with the horn section harmony that is sweet stuff!

[@Wolfgang93981]

Wonderfull! A big Thx. to each of the band! More of that please!!

[@pdr0663]

Such a great cover! Beautiful artistry and production! ❤

[@nunayoorbidnez2119]

My all time favorite Steely Dan tune. Nice job! Babylon Sisters has the finest opening instrumental of any Steely Dan tune.

[@macpdm]

You gotta be on it to cover Dan. And you did it 👏

[@raymondclarke9321]

Saw steely Dan in Philly in 2019. Thank you guys for taking me back there. Awesome! And I love the horns

[@evelynap9728]

wow great this is how good musicians do what they can what they like great vocal thank you very much keep on doing the do

[@jvpansacola]

Awesome - the sound is so clean, with every note in its place.

[@stevebland9498]

Simply beautiful a fantastic listen

[@geoff6942]

Incredibly good. A complex song which SD perfected in the studio for several weeks.

[@wallyeckart8222]

Kim Richardson....... You are AMAZING!

[@zblip22]

Yes she is😉

[@ryanellingson8840]

listening to this over a year later and still satisfies. so well played and mixed, just a tasty treat of a Dan classic!

[@kayhandford3854]

O.M.G.! I’ve loved The Dan from day one and You Guys are Sublime and I would come and see you.

[@FenderBassMan]

Kim...absolutely nailed the backing vocals! The rest of the band performed the subtleties with perfection, a sign of great ears and sublime musicianship. Long ago I played in a funk and jazz-rock group covering many Steely Dan (and Tower of Power, Chicago, EW&F) gems, including this one. Though the keys man handled the support vocals with aplomb, without backing vocals it didn't have the "shine" like this. What makes it even better imo is that everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Exquisite video.

[@oscarnumero3]

You only need one back up singer when Kim is in the band. Perfection plus!

[@Magus5by5]

After The New Frontier, they come back like this? I'm floored. This band goes HARD! I need more. The vocals! The drums! The background vocals! It's ALL good.

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@JerryT21]

Everything is perfect here, the musicianship the performance captured the spirit of SD. obviously you guys are top-notch musicians, as a bass player ,hats off to the bassist 🙏 .

[@michaelreeves3637]

I know it’s been a while, but think back to a summer festival. You hear a decent cover bands and you stop for a second and think, “That’ nice,” and then you just keep walking. If this group played a local festival, I would stay for hours. I don’t know where to begin with whom to salute first. The horn section is lovely. The drummer absolutely nailed the shuffle, I’m so jealous. The lead and bass guitarists were perfectly understated. The keyboardist, wow, I’ve listened to so many covers and no one comes close to his take. The lead vocalist was ideal for this song and he really did it justice. But I honestly think the MVP might be the backup vocalist. Is she a professional? I mean she literally could’ve stepped off the Steely Dan concert stage. Thank you so much for sharing, what a blessing!

[@dimsunk]

Thx for your nice comments! All the musicians on this track are first call Montreal players. Kim is beyond professional... she is an outstanding singer/musician! First call session and everything singer :)

[@tjblackmore7863]

How did I not come across this sooner? One of my favorite drummers on one of my favorite tunes.

[@jimii2294]

what a pleasure - great sound, great musicians - enjoyed!

[@gondoresku]

Perfect... 🙂 Great feeling and engineering... More.. More..

[@deBiezel]

Couldn’t sit still listening to this. The groove is hypnotising, I love this version so much!

[@dbell582]

Spot on!!! How beautiful! I hope to see more…I absolutely love it.

[@MegaCraptacular]

Perfection, plain and simple. I'm not a drum guy, but damn, that's what impressed me the most! Great job.

[@SMac-bq8sk]

There's only one voice like DF; but damn, you're sooo close. Mad bravo!

[@mattfoley6082]

Outstanding! Such attention to detail. LOVE IT!

[@Natahabi]

Truly EXCELLENT job on a very tricky song. Great pocket with the Purdie shuffle. And special props to Ms. Richardson for getting the "You got to shake it..." part right. VERY difficult with the 7-note phrase over the triplet feel. Bravo to all.

[@hilarybutler8106]

Wow! What an impeccable cover! 😲

[@arklowrockz]

Well that was bloody magnificent. Quite ravishing. And yes indeed love is certainly not a game for three.

[@JimAsAuthor]

This is awesome! Very talented -- great ensemble -- wonderful cover of this classic tune!

[@Caroline1261]

Wow. Bravo!

[@Lasermanprint]

Brilliant stuff great cover well done to all

[@MarcCoteMusic]

You might not be able to get everyone in the studio at once right now, but, man, what a band. Also, hats off to Luc Prefontaine for an awesome mix.

[@dimsunk]

Thx Marc!

[@zblip22]

Wow.. merci tellement!

[@onlybrad]

Such a beautiful song done so beautifully. Fabulous sound guys.

[@martynridley3671]

Another excellent cover, loved it! Extra special shout for the bv's on this, - spot on!

[@casparuskruger4807]

Great rendition. And those tremendous vocal lines by Kim Richardson puts the cherry on top!

[@seekeroftheways]

Harmonies floating on an oozing background of velvety syncopation... wonderful job guys!

[@krenwregget7667]

top shelf talent on full display. Loved it.

[@jimmididr]

Wow, super job all! Authentic repro...LOVED IT!

[@stefanoguarini4710]

WoooOOOOoooWWwwWW!!! Stunning...

[@francescojelo3520]

Incredibili..bravissimi..perfetti!!!

[@DCronk-qc6sn]

Amazing across the board - perfection backup vocals.

[@deirdrelozica4992]

You shook it baby. Perfect! Mike Lozica

[@cristianmolina8148]

wow...hit the youtube jackpot today with this..AMAZING

[@Alehandro_66]

The brass arrangement/mix at 2:21 is, dare I even say it, an improvement on the original recorded version. This is a lot of fun to watch and listen to. Thanks, and kudos to all of you.

[@groggyfroggyfpv6868]

Wow. Absolutely nailed it.

[@dirktjallinks5781]

what a fantastic performance! You guys are just super great.

[@gannon3578]

Best cover on KZbin hands down

[@pi4630]

Perfect beyond words. subscribing from Italy.

[@vomitingconfetti7187]

I absolutely enjoyed your video as much as I enjoyed the real Dan's live video here on KZbin. Love from the Philippines.

[@ericroberts1084]

Beautiful sound, beautifully edited.

[@dansteele6866]

Outstanding cover of a great song . The Dan has to be the most difficult "band" to duplicate and cover well. And from different locations no less...fantastic job.

[@ethanbishop5004]

Great drumming. Keeping it simple and groovin

[@dimsunk]

Thx!

[@ramarakeshv]

Bernard would be proud too

[@sandermolenberg1674]

As laid back as it sounds, this Purdie shuffle is far from simple, Ethan.

[@dpixvid]

Sweet! Love the vocals, lead & bvgs! Whole band great, keys so good!

[@bernardo3493]

Loved this. Bravo.

[@profoundsinger]

Absolutely incredible!!

[@kwmproperty7379]

Outstanding!!!!

[@RWildekrav66]

That’s some great Steely ! Vocals👍, I don’t play an instrument and I can’t carry a tune but when I hear a SD song my imagination kicks in and I’m the one at the keyboard singing my soul out .

[@talariel1]

Spot on!

[@enniotesori4319]

Bravi musicisti

[@deanbrodrick1434]

Immaculate, bravo.

[@paulgill8107]

Sublime you guys ! Chapeau.

[@kelvynification]

The vocalist nailed it.... at last a cover where the vocalist doesn’t over sing:) It’s so in tune my ears are singing:)))

[@DeeMoBP21]

Absolutely Nailed it! Thank You 🙏🏽

[@richardrrubio]

Spot-on!...

[@marcparent9106]

Thank you

[@DCronk-qc6sn]

The horn section is perfect.

[@pmvoice88]

This is bad ass. Max, that is the sweet in-the-pocket groove!

[@dimsunk]

thx!

[@tastytemptationsfromthetwins]

Perfetto! Grazie mille!

[@julianpowell5752]

Awesome 👌 guys, max beautiful groove.

[@dimsunk]

Thanks a lot!

[@irishguy13]

Oh, that’s all kinds of awesome.

[@bernardsergeant6569]

Wonderful job guys, you all really nailed it. Bravo 👏