There's a great story behind the guitar solos on this song. On Dec. 4, 1966 The Yardbirds played two shows at Lima, Ohio's Springbrook Gardens Teen Club (you can Google the show poster). NYC native Elliott Randall, then a 19 year-old guitar teacher at the local Custom Percussion Music Store, attended the show and introduced himself to lead guitarist Jimmy Page. Less than six years later Randall would compose and play these iconic solos on "Reelin' In the Years" that Page would famously rate "12 on a scale of 10" and say changed his whole approach to guitar solos.
I had heard some kind of third or fourth generation quote that this was one of Jimmy Page’s favourite guitar solos, thanks for putting it all together for me.
@@sixstringsolution I was a 15 year-old Ohio farm kid living just 20 miles west of Lima when The Yardbirds played that concert (minus guitarist Jeff Beck who had guit the tour and returned to England). In the fall of 1965 I had seen another future Steely Dan session player -- Rick Derringer and his band The McCoys -- perform at the Van Wert, Ohio fairgrounds. Many decades later I watched TH-cam interviews where Elliott Randall discussed his time in Lima, and his encounter with Jimmy Page. What I don't know is whether Randall and Derringer ever met up during that mid-'60s time period, before they both became Steely Dan session players in the 1970s.
As a rule, I don't have much of an opinion on covers (or tribute bands), but these guys are an exception to that. This is fantastic. I've heard so many people attempt to cover SD, and some pull it off very well. The exception is usually no one gets Fagan's voice, because it's so unique. Colin does it better than anyone else I've heard. Bravo.
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I’ve been a Dan Fan since I bought my first album in 1972 with my lawn-mowing money. You guys do them EXTREME JUSTICE, and sound incredible. Very tight, lots of sus’s, flats and triads, just like you’d hear Larry Carlton play...very nice! Surely Becker is looking down and is very proud....
Love bands that have a Les Paul and a Strat at the same time! This cover raised the hair on the back of my neck! Rhythm section tight as hell! Vocals and keys sublime! Guitarists highly skilled! You guys ROCK! 🤘🤟🤘🤟🤘🤟
I live in Rhyl North Wales... There's 4guys here play every Thurs at the Imperial hotel..best musicians I have ever watched..they play this perfect vocally and instrum...look them up called the imperials a jam band...
Very well done. I've seen thousands of SD covers and you guys bring something completely fresh and exhilarating to the songs. Love all your covers. Keep 'em coming.
I've just stumbled upon this video right now after searching for a cover so I can learn this song. At the same time I was doing something else on the PC (work related)...well, I just had to stop what I was doing and watch this. Truly Gob Smacked! Blown away. The musicianship here is on another level. This is one of my fathers favourite songs, I have to learn this now and also show him this video! You guys would clean up playing this stuff in my home city of Manchester. Get your plane tickets booked! Incredible.
Wow! Just Stunningly good! By each of you! and all of you together! Possibly the most inspiring cover I’ve ever seen/heard! Especially for a song with the details and intricately complex guitar solos that Reeling In The Years has! Kudos! And Thanks! for posting it!
This song originally came out from the year I was born, 1972 and you guys did an awesome job on this cover too!! I gotta give my props to the lead guitarist, he totally nailed it!! Great job!!
OMG!! I am bowing down in praise! The guitar guys, over the top awesome!! Lead vocalist, excellent, excellent. Bass!! Drums!! Keyboard!! This is one fabulous cover. I appreciate that you have enough respect for Becker/Fagan not to try and mess with the arrangement, nor the guitar solos. (You two guitar players just nailed the guitar parts!!!) Wonderful that you're keeping this music alive in a live format. I can't say enough praise. My heart is racing. I'm gonna listen again...
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Steely Dan's cover of this is decent I hear. Jesus that was amazing.
James Nichols Funny stuff.
Great comment! Made me smile 😄
There's a great story behind the guitar solos on this song. On Dec. 4, 1966 The Yardbirds played two shows at Lima, Ohio's Springbrook Gardens Teen Club (you can Google the show poster). NYC native Elliott Randall, then a 19 year-old guitar teacher at the local Custom Percussion Music Store, attended the show and introduced himself to lead guitarist Jimmy Page. Less than six years later Randall would compose and play these iconic solos on "Reelin' In the Years" that Page would famously rate "12 on a scale of 10" and say changed his whole approach to guitar solos.
I had heard some kind of third or fourth generation quote that this was one of Jimmy Page’s favourite guitar solos, thanks for putting it all together for me.
@@sixstringsolution I was a 15 year-old Ohio farm kid living just 20 miles west of Lima when The Yardbirds played that concert (minus guitarist Jeff Beck who had guit the tour and returned to England). In the fall of 1965 I had seen another future Steely Dan session player -- Rick Derringer and his band The McCoys -- perform at the Van Wert, Ohio fairgrounds. Many decades later I watched TH-cam interviews where Elliott Randall discussed his time in Lima, and his encounter with Jimmy Page. What I don't know is whether Randall and Derringer ever met up during that mid-'60s time period, before they both became Steely Dan session players in the 1970s.
the goat!
WOW, These guys are great. Holy smokes, the guitar players are phenomenal!.
Just masterful! Don't even bother to cover Steely Dan if you don't have two hotshot guitar players. Check that box!
Great to see two great guitar players on the same page like this. Fantastic job guys.
As a rule, I don't have much of an opinion on covers (or tribute bands), but these guys are an exception to that. This is fantastic. I've heard so many people attempt to cover SD, and some pull it off very well. The exception is usually no one gets Fagan's voice, because it's so unique. Colin does it better than anyone else I've heard. Bravo.
40.000 😅il 😊%'x😊😅😅😅😊
Hey you should seriously check out Leonid & Friends - Chicago covers, and more. Mindblowing: th-cam.com/video/P_8aZZ9d_EA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=IrrMpaPF2iljV5BI
Y'all are amazing, that extended guitar solo was so SICK!! I want that shirt too...! Damn, whoever gave the thumbs down are some jealous wannabees
Ed Yarb So true. Jealousy all day long.
I'm so impressed, I have no words. Thanks for your dedication to the greatest band ever.
I’ve been a Dan Fan since I bought my first album in 1972 with my lawn-mowing money. You guys do them EXTREME JUSTICE, and sound incredible. Very tight, lots of sus’s, flats and triads, just like you’d hear Larry Carlton play...very nice!
Surely Becker is looking down and is very proud....
This is delicious. Outstanding job.
Love bands that have a Les Paul and a Strat at the same time! This cover raised the hair on the back of my neck! Rhythm section tight as hell! Vocals and keys sublime! Guitarists highly skilled! You guys ROCK! 🤘🤟🤘🤟🤘🤟
Wow. I'm not usually a huge fan of tribute bands, but when it's this well done, much respect! Not only that, but LIVE! Fantastic!
OMG!!
fuckin spot on.
Just about the best cover of this classic song I've heard to date.
Oh yes!
I live in Rhyl North Wales... There's 4guys here play every Thurs at the Imperial hotel..best musicians I have ever watched..they play this perfect vocally and instrum...look them up called the imperials a jam band...
Incredible!! Big Dan Fan here. Leads are spot on. Wtf, everything is spot on! The jerks who gave a thumbs down probably couldn't play a gazoo!!
Legend has it Steely Dan watches this when they need to remember the finer nuances of the song. Wow
TIGHT WORK 👍🏾
This. This was good
Thank you from the bottom of my Steely Heart. I bought every album as it came out, and I still love the music.
This cover blows me away... Well done boys.. Love to hear you guys live... Would be almost better than the real Steely Dan..
The amount of head bobbing is amazing!
Unbelievable in every way. Killer guitarists
watched a solid half dozen of your guys' vids...couldnt be more impressed. yall absolutely nail it. bravo.
Man. Just awesome...great dual guitar playing. ..and the bass wow...great job all
Outstanding. The guitar tones are absolutely perfect and each part is played with such precision. Bravo!
I thought you guys were nailing it... then the freaking harmony hit. Primo, my dudes. Haven't ever heard a better cover of SD.
One of them is my guitar teacher shawn briski
Superb to the ultimate. One of the most enjoyable music pieces that highlights their style. Get lost in music they say; this is where you start
Very well done. I've seen thousands of SD covers and you guys bring something completely fresh and exhilarating to the songs. Love all your covers. Keep 'em coming.
Those vocals are tight.
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I've just stumbled upon this video right now after searching for a cover so I can learn this song. At the same time I was doing something else on the PC (work related)...well, I just had to stop what I was doing and watch this. Truly Gob Smacked! Blown away. The musicianship here is on another level. This is one of my fathers favourite songs, I have to learn this now and also show him this video! You guys would clean up playing this stuff in my home city of Manchester. Get your plane tickets booked! Incredible.
Oh yeah. Happy you are keeping the flame alive for SD. Great job.
You really do justice to this great band. Nuff said
these guys are spot on, great musicans
So good… each one of you guys “stay in your lane “ so well, it just creates more than words can describe. Please come to North Carolina!
Brought literal tears to my eyes. Best cover of this song I've ever heard.
Great job at the Wildey!
Amazing!!!! Perfectly done!❤
Bravo! Bravo outstandig performance guys go for it.
Spot on!
That was incredible!! 👏👏👏
Veramente bravi! Musicisti eccellenti...
Grazie!
Wow! Just Stunningly good! By each of you! and all of you together! Possibly the most inspiring cover I’ve ever seen/heard! Especially for a song with the details and intricately complex guitar solos that Reeling In The Years has! Kudos! And Thanks! for posting it!
Outstanding guys ,that LP does a heck of a job and the strat of course 😀
Wow, this cover is just… awesome 🔥
Yusssss! Thems mah boiz!
Outstanding.
Killed it!
I just had to go and put a hat on just so I can take it off to you guys. Spot on 👍😊
Damn at the guitar parts in this tune
Perfect
Another absolutely astounding cover of an SD classic. Boy am I impressed!
This is an excellent cover of such a great tune. It’s absolutely the best I’ve heard at trying to play this song! Outstanding 🤙🏼
Played with passion!
Bravo! Great harmonization as well instrumental !
This song originally came out from the year I was born, 1972 and you guys did an awesome job on this cover too!! I gotta give my props to the lead guitarist, he totally nailed it!! Great job!!
Beyond belief!!
All I can say is well done. Well done.
Double wow. LOL you guys are Dynamite.
Hot damn! They should bill you guys w Leonid and Friends (best Chicago band)!
You should look up Leonid's version of the Dan's My Old School - fantastic!
God to see this 70s classic is not forgotten. Great job!
It's a great guitar song, and that is great guitar playing!
Damn! I’m groovin
Damn, they're good!
Damn!!!🎸😁
wow. want to see these guys live
That was fucking awesome guys, I was overcome with joy when les Paul guy came in with the lead lol. Nice job!
This is so incredibly clean, awesome performance from each and everyone 👏
Good? This is effing amazing!!!!!!
Nailed it. Fantastic, thanks for that.
TOO DAMN GOOD.
So good. Made me happy.
Oh man.... definately the best thing I heard in June 22. You guys rock!!!!
Dear me this is good. Kudos from Japan.
Nice - reelin' it in with the G&L!
Frosty!
I would go see this band in a minute! Just discovered them this morning. Vocals and instrumentals are all tight and close to the original.
Oohhhh! Outstanding cover. You guys absolutely crushed it!!
Fuckin' A that was awesome! You guy nailed it!
Wow!
Fantastic! Bravo!!
Encore Bravissimo les Gars ! Punaise pour repiquer tous ces soli ! Quel boulot , j'aurais éventuellement le niveau mais pas la patience
Fantastic cover ❤
Just....sweet :-)
Just saw them live in southern Michigan and they were phenomenal!
Absolutely fantastic! Guitar is ridiculous!!
Absolute class
Excellent job guys!
Amazing performance!
It's really just a Changing of the Guard Folks
nailed it lads...well done....howard ...........ukvet
That was REALLY good.
OMG!! I am bowing down in praise! The guitar guys, over the top awesome!! Lead vocalist, excellent, excellent. Bass!! Drums!! Keyboard!! This is one fabulous cover. I appreciate that you have enough respect for Becker/Fagan not to try and mess with the arrangement, nor the guitar solos. (You two guitar players just nailed the guitar parts!!!) Wonderful that you're keeping this music alive in a live format. I can't say enough praise. My heart is racing. I'm gonna listen again...
God damn
Excellent!
Great!!!
Freekin awesome!