Steely Dan - Peg | First Reaction!!

[@poloreacts27]

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[@ripvanwinkle2002]

there are no technically poor SD tracks. every song had nothing but THE BEST studio musicians Donald and Walter could assemble.. this band is made up of all the people you didnt know you loved who made so many of the songs of the 60-70-80s and 90s sound so good on the studio albums of so many famous bands..

[@BlackGuardXIII]

Bodhisattva, Kid Charlemagne, Time out of Mind, Hey Nineteen, Reeling in the Years are a few of many killer Steely Dan tracks.

[@EpicFrozenMoment]

And the occasional drop in by Michael McDonald@@ripvanwinkle2002

[@ripvanwinkle2002]

@@EpicFrozenMoment im not as impressed with him as everyone else is though im in no way saying his work is bad... big fan of Doobie Brothers too.. ive just never thought his singing was great or hard since i can nail it in any track i sing myself ( not even trying to claim im a pro singer.. but MM tracks are my "rest breaks" when i do my garage band stuff..)

[@ripvanwinkle2002]

@@BlackGuardXIII FM Gaucho Deacon Blues Dr Wu... i think it would be easier to list the few "mediocre" tracks to not bother with till youve heard the rest LOL

[@Magical_Thinking]

Thank you for calling this song a “masterpiece”. This little black girl grew up listening to Steely Dan and appreciate them even more now that I’m an adult. Peg is definitely my favorite.

[@dannyc8041]

This is my favorite rabbit hole. Steely Dan's whole body of music is astounding. There is not a tighter band - ever.

[@annettemunnich3533]

Nothing compares to Steely Dan. They are a very distinct genre of themselves lol kinda like Pink Floyd is :)

[@EpicFrozenMoment]

The musicianship, transition/structure, the range... swoon

[@annettemunnich3533]

1977

[@2zxodcfm]

Steely Dan is not really a rabbit hole. More of a rabbit canyon if such a thing exists. I've seem them live and I agree that they are amazingly tight. One comparable tightness wise is Union Station of Alison Kraus fame. Both are awesome treats from master musicians in a concert venue. If you have such opportunity, don't miss either.

[@helgar791]

Or a deeper rabbit hole.

[@MatthewSmith-fy5hk]

"Feels a little jazzy," he says. Thats adorable.

[@LarryJackson-xw5mx]

lol right? it is Jazz dude

[@dagmar.6954]

Steely Dan is a great American rock band founded in 1971. They had a lot of great hits such as "Do It Again", "Dirty Work", "Rikki Don't Lose That Number", "Hey Nineteen", "Josie", "Aja", "Kid Charlemagne", "Reelin' In The Years", "Deacon Blues", "FM", "Show Biz Kids", "My Old School", "Babylon Sisters" etc."

[@BlackGuardXIII]

Bodhisattva too 😊

[@emptybraincase4181]

i know this is a tangent, but have you heard the mashup called steeley danzig? dirty work with mother lyrics.

[@yogimarkmac]

Those songs practically defined FM radio back in the 70's

[@user-du3dz9rt1w]

FM is awesome! You should do it!

[@user-du3dz9rt1w]

I love the up-beats with the snark of the lyrics😂

[@paxonearth]

The incredible bass line is supplied by bassist extraordinaire, Chuck Rainey. He played bass on the Sanford and Son theme song too. He's almost too good.

[@eboethrasher]

Chuck Rainey is magic. I mean, he was their go-to until the last album. Becker barely picked up the bass other than to write the basic parts that Chuck then got to elevate.

[@taobarb1]

I love his slap bass playing!

[@taobarb1]

⁠@@richardlaiche8303cool! Thanks for the story-goes! I appreciate when folks buck suggestions and the opinions of others. Great is great!

[@chopperdeath]

He is actually too good.

[@stangovers7441]

The album Aja was one that changed the shape of music. The musicians who played were all famous. You need to listen to the entire album over and over again. Investigate who's playing bass, drums, guitar. You can watch the documentary about Steely Dan. It will be very informative for your inquisitive mind!!

[@billvill61]

Carlton, Purdie, Rainey, Skunk Baxter, Steve Gadd, Parks, Jay Graydon....all amazing session guys, legends!

[@audioeye2803]

Michael Mc D on this on background vocals as well.

[@AU88]

And the “Classic Albums” episode on Aja is must-watch.

[@user-uz5ll8gj6h]

Steely Dan were more like an aesthetic than a band. Fagen and Becker assembled the musicians they wanted specifically to get the sound they wanted. Their records contain the who's who of studio musicians. Not to mention they are gifted song writers and musicians themselves.

[@saffysaffy3239]

Exactly!!

[@babylonsister118]

They used 40 session musicians for this album, being the perfectionists they are, and the entire album is fire! You were close, it was 1977! Thanks for this!! Great reaction to an awesome song! Hope everyone's holiday season is filled with all of your favorite things!

[@erwinpadgett1050]

Including Michael McDonald singing back vocals on this song!

[@ivanbutler6079]

If you were invited to play with Steely Dan, you can expect to get any gig you want. You are probably that good.

[@LearnToRefine]

Steely Dan was played on multiple radio genres. Jazz, R&B, Rock, Pop. In 1989, De La Soul sampled this for their song "Eye Know".. This group is special

[@pamstuckey8349]

I think they have a Funk element that doesn't get acknowledged enough. They get lumped into some R&B but the more people listen to the beat, especially the bass, you can hear the Funk

[@coquetscache]

Steely Dan will be on replay inside my coffin. Glad you liked it.

[@cbglassiii9362]

Cannot deny this song is a classic example of their fusion brilliance.

[@leddygee1896]

Ahhh... My High School years. No better music than the '70s. It'll never happen again, and that gives me comfort in a weird way...

[@LeslieNicole]

Me too. High school - but they were still going strong in my university days.

[@dlkhoury69]

Came out in 1977. Every song on Aja is great! Who am I kidding, every Steely Dan song is great!

[@rk41gator]

Smooth. Jazzy. Funky. Can never go wrong with Steely Dan.

[@joelab9222]

Hitting play on Black Cow off the same record will put a smile on your face immediately.

[@atdeacon]

Steely Dan is the definition of a deepdive. You could do every album, song by song, and not find a song you dont like--and several will blow your mind

[@marybelliotti894]

Finally! Steely Dan! 2 musical genius eggheads combine their talents and change music forever! To me, Peg is their most commercial sounding creation. Every album is a classic adventure into the intoxicating world of Donald and Walter. Catchy tune, but just scratches the surface of the most versatile band who refuses to be put into stereotypical categories of music. Steely Dan is in a category of their own. Thanks Polo! 👕♥️

[@lisahamby3825]

Never tire of that bass line.

[@CuttinEJ]

I think what most younger folks don’t realize is just how extensive the entire catalog of Classic Rock is. To really put it in perspective, you have to understand that from around 1968 to somewhere around the mid 80s, new music at or very near this quality and caliber was dropping 2 or 3 times a week, EVERY SINGLE WEEK. The list of artists and bands who have multiple albums with multiple hits would fill a very thick volume. To say that we were spoiled is a colossal understatement. And when you compare what came after that era, maybe you can understand why so many of us just turned off the radio. No one actually plays an instrument any more and everything is digital and/or vulgar. There’s no musicianship and no genuine artistry. I’m 65 years old now and my only real consolation is that young people, like you, are discovering all this great music and I get to relive a little of the magic with you. Thank you 🙏 You are why Rock N Roll will never die. ❤

[@jbaltaji5723]

Oh wow, where do I start Lol? Just hearing this song December of 2023??? I grew up in the 70's and 80's and this, and dozens of other Steely Dan songs played on the radio constantly! So often, that they sometimes got a little old....but I truly love, love Steely Dan. I've been obsessed with them (again) recently! Each musician on the records an accomplished session musician in their own right, layering, weaving beautiful notes upon layers....you said it...masterpiece (s)!! It's timeless

[@kimberlyheise4352]

Polo, Steely Dan is one of, if not the "tightest groups" ever. Their music is distinctive and musically complex - like no other, even today - 50 years later. They are one of my favorites of all time!

[@TheFollower01]

One of the absolute GREATEST musical groups EVER. You can’t go wrong with ANY Steely Dan track.

[@keith6485]

"Groove" pretty much describes the music of the '80s. It was all about the groove and we were all chilling and enjoying the groove together. It was a great time to be alive!

[@briantaulbee6452]

Def not like today. People hate each other so much now that there will never be times like before.

[@ReesesPieces634]

This may be the Purrdy Shuffle

[@r3d5ive87]

This is from 77

[@mattblatchley2061]

Steely Dan "Do It Again" is absolute 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@phoebeandtilly]

Steely Dan is one of my favorite groups. All of their stuff is great.

[@texashookem22]

Top to bottom, this is arguably the greatest album ever. Aja is a masterpiece, as is the title track, which I'd definitely recommend a react to in order to get a great sense of their phenomenal musicianship!

[@anonagain]

The bass line (played by Chuck Rainey) ) is mind-blowing. And the use of space in both the music and the mixing/mastering is amazing. Thanks for the upload.

[@Jerlwayne]

When that Michael McDonald kicks in……

[@eddiepierce7028]

Steely Dan fuses Rock and Jazz like no other Rock Band. They use dozens of insanely good studio musicians in every album. Loved them. Since Pretzel Logic came out!!!

[@grandmarshal7539]

And for many of us that grew up with Steely Dan, it seems like yesterday...Timeless

[@mitzifrancis9843]

Steely Dan is an endlessly rewarding musical experience. With rare exceptions, I've listened to Steely Dan several times a week since I first heard Rikki Don't Lose That Number in the 1970s. Their catalog and creativity are astounding. You'll love discovering this "band". Pick any song recommendation and I'm pretty sure you'll be impressed.

[@roberthaines1227]

Steely Dan, your favorite band’s favorite band.

[@steveknox-ur9bn]

Young man, I love your reactions....please,please, PLEASE!!!, more Steely Dan! Josie, and FM!!! The baseline in these songs was made for your ears🎉😊

[@Noelle0026]

Michael Macdonald on backing vocals too! Stellar track!

[@davidbradley3254]

Once you’ve played one Steely Dan track you’ll want more.There like a drug.

[@chrissiler6075]

I put a GOOD stereo in my truck and caught my dad jamming this song way loud. I just joined in the listen. You made me think about that moment almost 50 years later, thx for the memory

[@amberandrews6842]

I had the pleasure of seeing Steely Dan at Red Rocks, Michael McDonald opened, then joined SD for part of the show. It was absolutely astounding. One of the best shows I have ever seen. This is coming from someone who grew up in the 60's, 70's and 80's listening to the best, having the opportunity to see some of the best bands ever.

[@bigoljohn3313]

Your comment about keeping music alive, says SO much! I love your perspective, eagerness, and honesty. Music and art binds us together.

[@davidcrowell3041]

I was fortunate to see them at Red Rocks with Michael McDonald.

[@fayesouthall6604]

Ooh nice

[@guitearist]

The McDan Tour. Saw them at Jones Beach in NY. Phenomenal. Saw them again last year at the Hollywood Bowl. Still amazing.

[@TheDivayenta]

Now you’re onto one of the greatest bands of all time! Listen for Michael McDonald on the chorus on Peg!😊1977! The genius Chuck Rainey on bass! Jay Grayson on lead guitar. The Dan changed musicians on every album. Perfectionists. They were highly sampled- like their Black Cow- sampled for “ Uptown- Deja Vu “ by Peter Guns and Lord Tariq.

[@mikecreger9702]

Kanye sampled part of "Kid Charlemaign" also.

[@wanderer0617]

Michael McDonald harnonized with himself in this song too. Very cool

[@oldsoulsheart]

1977 and off to college. This band was my go to band when I was driving my car. All the feels. Would not be my first choice of their song but still great. Thank you!

[@EpicFrozenMoment]

Me too in 77!

[@pete3883]

You are keeping it alive for youngsters ?

[@oldsoulsheart]

Absolutely. Most kids don't realize we "old folks" lived this music from day one. @@pete3883

[@vanessa4u4evr]

Yeah. That last part you said. Everybody knows this song - and we NEVER tire of listening to it. Good choice. Nice reaction. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@IAMisLove]

👍Old school groooooovvvvyyyy !! 🖖❤

[@sunshinespiritmindfulnessa1355]

'Rikki Don't Lose That Number' is probably my favorite from this group. Ahhh, high school.

[@Tassie85]

Every note is sheer perfection. Endlessly inventive. Impeccable, all of their stuff.

[@EpicFrozenMoment]

Actually... it was "elephant" bell bottoms, black Chuck Taylors, big hair, a tube top and roach-clip earrings. Kid Charlemagne next!!! (their early song has a lovely easter egg you'll like)

[@kurtnolker2291]

I had an earworm stuck for months of Larry Carlton's solo on Kid Charlemagne. A great next step for you Polo.

[@rondunagan6339]

I grew up listening to Steely Dan a lot and found that they don’t have any bad music. I’m also a bass player and you’re right this is a great bass part. I remember playing for a group a few years ago and having to learn this bass part and enjoying it.

[@cucamongaduke3600]

When they sing “blueprint blue”, I can smell ammonia in my mind.

[@michaelshelton3910]

Love Steely Dan! Amazing jazz, rock fusion band and the best set musicians ever assembled.

[@justjack0715]

"Bell bottoms with this track!" You're feeling it like you were there; exactly the way it was back in 1977. Polyester shirt, bell bottoms, long hair, nickel bag in front pocket and a bottle of Mad Dog on a Friday night. Man this brings me back. Thanks for taking me there... 😁

[@user-hi6hh3xb7p]

Polo, I love watching you listen to songs for the first time. It's like watching a kid open his Christmas presents. Isn't it amazing how INCREDIBLE the music is from 40-50 years ago?!

[@nyc10037]

This song was released in 1977. It is one of my favorite tracks. You should listen to Donald Fagen's work as well!

[@johnnygraz4712]

I'm a keybaord player and Chuck Rainey's bass line was one of the first things I ever learned off a recording. I didn't realize at the time that I was listening to one of the most legendary bass tracks ever recorded.

[@tammywhite5742]

Quintessential Steely Dan….they are very hard to put in a genre box but all their stuff is superb!! Love your genuine reactions!!

[@briantaulbee6452]

Progressive jazz/rock is a close description I would think.

[@marksmusicobsession]

I am envious of somebody just discovering Steely Dan. Man if only. Enjoy the entire catalog. Epic…

[@rossgreenstein5116]

Walter Becker and Donald Fagan are amazing!

[@MrHisperia2001]

Serious tune from the Great Steely Dan 💫❤️☝️ thanks for the reaction bro ☝️ you should do more of them.

[@Rcprobot]

Chuck Rainey was a legend in the LA studio musician scene. He played bass on a lot of Steely Dan tracks.

[@Ray-vs2tk]

Makes me want to spark one up and listen to this all day long!

[@cassidymd72]

You can’t go wrong with Steely Dan. Just solid.

[@RomeoRivera2C]

I love this song soo much! The saxophone melodies I remember the most!

[@domeshine69]

Steely Dan is as smooth as it gets.

[@cindipossidento5688]

Best album ever !!!! Home at last is also great !!!! Michael McDonald’s Vocals so special !!!!!

[@billvill61]

Rainey had to sneak in the slapping. Fagen and Becker said that they didn't want it. So Rainey, being the virtuoso that he is, hid behind a riser during takes. So glad he did! The Bass, as Polo points out, makes the tune. The groove is huge!

[@davidmejia7908]

Gotta love the Dan, with Fagan and Becker doing their magic to get all the best session players for each track. Such an iconic sound and groundbreaking for the time introducing actual music to "pop" music that combines so many genres.

[@Joshualuv13]

Just love Steely Dan ,fantastic classic.

[@jasonaiken1904]

Have not watched this yet - I am about to go on that journey with you… but I already know you will love this.

[@roncarnes5724]

One of my fave De La Soul tracks - "Eye Know" - samples this song to great effect. Also, you can hear Michael McDonald (Doobie Brothers) in the chorus.

[@ScottRinseRepeat]

By the master of crazy influences, Prince Paul.

[@ChasBeauregarde]

Polo may be right about his parents listening to the sample in “Eye Know” What year was the De La Soul song? early 1990s?

[@ScottRinseRepeat]

@@ChasBeauregarde 1989.

[@ChasBeauregarde]

@@ScottRinseRepeat TY!

[@bluecalix]

Welcome to your Steely Dan journey. It's very groovy in here :) For many of their records, Steely Dan is just 2 songwriters (one on Keys/Vox and one on Guitar usually) and a rotating cast of the BEST session musicians / jazz heads/ etc that they would bring in to suit each track.

[@gizmo5925]

Bellbottoms were out of fashion by the time this song was released (1977). My Steely Dan Favorites: "Home at Last," "Pretzel Logic," "Charlie Freak," "Third World Man," "Jack of Speed," and "The Things I Miss the Most." These weren't big hits, but hidden gems.

[@Tim_York]

The quote that took me back to Steely Dan was from Jimmy Page who said his favorite guitar song was from Reelin in the years by Dan. He rated it a 12/10. That’s a major compliment from the master from Zep. I was thinking of recommending Do it again or FM as an intro for you. You were close on the decade though as their biggest albums were from 1972 to 1980. They were such a polished studio band that took time and love to craft nearly perfect music. I would say they were nearly totally unique as they seldom toured. They would be damn sure poor today with streaming. I would really love hearing a few more when you get to them. 🖖🏼

[@hog7203]

The coolest sounding band in the universe.

[@1BobsYourUncle]

This entire album is gold, in 50 years it will still be good.

[@suburbanprepper]

Listening to good music feeds the Soul , and warms your Spirit and helps with healing. Whatever your genre, listen.

[@countygraybeal6901]

Love all of Steely Dan's music. One of my all-time favorite bands, Crosby, Stills,Nash, and Young, and once I heard Crosby say, he listenes to Steely Dan. That was cool!!

[@ammaleslie509]

Steely Dan is your favorite band's favorite band!

[@countygraybeal6901]

@@ammaleslie509 🤣🤣🤣

[@CuzKatieSaysSo]

Steely Dan is as smooth as your voice, Polo ❤ I love listening!

[@marylynnford9882]

70's ❤

[@yvonniegirl11]

I saw them in concert back in the day soooo many times…fantastic band and one of my faves!!!

[@markhicks7617]

Pure perfection!!! After 46 years it still has it going on!

[@timhendricks8913]

This is on the road trip playlist along with many others from these guys. Nostalgia.

[@nickshields1011]

Put the greatest musicians together with the greatest songwriters and you get Peg.

[@joeburt1106]

Yesssss! Finally came to Steely Dan.

[@tomwells6499]

The whole track is so polished and Polo is digging the bass in particular which is totally understandable but the way the drummer and the bass keep punching the same key notes and transitions with exquisite timing is a beautiful thing.

[@curtisduncanmusic7645]

If you watch "The Making of Aja" there is a segment where the people who played and sang on the track describe the process they went through to get the end result, The bass player has a particularly funny and interesting story to tell.

[@nogo4022]

Thanks. Was going crazy trying to remember the name of this excellent doc. And Michael has the voice of a god!

[@ginger7044]

This song is part of the background track of my teenage years. Walkman with headphones jogging. Now thats retro!

[@shellzmoe8966]

Ahhh yes one of my absolute favorite songs of my entire 53 years! Good ear, that bass is nothing less than fire!! Thank you for bringing this old jam to the forefront it deserves to be recognized and appreciated forever and ever!

[@judihicks2716]

Any song off AJA you can't go wrong ❤

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Wow,, You have an incredible music journey of discovery ahead of you..Other groups/artists pray to one day have even half the talent/success.

[@phoebeandtilly]

Listen to Deacon Blues and Hey Nineteen. So good.

[@ripvanwinkle2002]

the ceurvo gold and a fine columbian make tonight a wonderful thing..

[@vickiconley3638]

Gotta mention, "Reeling in the years". Early 70's and on up for me. Jr. High, High School and beyond. Great band Polo.

[@suepenfold3680]

Steely Dan has been my all time favourite band since I first heard them as a teenager in the 70s.

[@tommythompson9565]

"Don't know why I picture bell-bottoms with this track." Cuz you are feeling the groove in it's roots. Nail on the head. Flip-flops on the feet.

[@jamesgeorge5276]

Summer of 1977 one of the best Summers EVER!!❤😊

[@marshac1479]

One of my favourite songs. Chuck Rainey killing it on the bass.

[@brianmurray5055]

Chuck Rainey on bass...sooo good!

[@machfront]

Steely Dan was at first a legit band but not long after became a ‘project’ by its founders Fagen and Becker. They went from serious to absolute perfectionists in every aspect of every song on every album and would go through multiple pro session musicians seeking just the right thing and feel. Also, the reason you keep hearing and feeling the bass line is due to that and due to who they had play and record it: the legendary Chuck Rainy. 🙂 I say this as a fan of metal, industrial and classic rock! You will NOT EVER underestimate Rainy! The same is true for every other musician and aspect of their songs! Cheers and love, brother! 🙂

[@Laura-rm6us]

Steely Dan is unparalleled

[@Tim_York]

This is crazy. I heard a Steely Dan tune today and it threw me back nearly 50 years to my youth. Then I looked through all of their songs saying which one should I recommend to Polo. Boom, you’re reviewing one. It’s a great thing. They’re a major player in my musical memory. Thanks again my brother from another mother. I get to enjoy this with you. 🖖🏼

[@dougjohnson3987]

EVERYTHING Steely Dan did was simply musical perfection. They hated touring in the 70s because the sound sucked, but started touring in the 90s. I saw them early 2010s and my $300 front-row ticket was worth every penny and more. They are one of my favorite bands, along with Pink Freud and the Grateful Dead, all of whom have totally different sounds and styles. The Dan's mix of rock, pop, and jazz seems timeless and they will forever be a go-to-band for my musical tastes.