Saturday In The Park - Chicago (Leonid & Friends cover)

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 31 ต.ค. 2016
  • As a tribute to the one of the greatest bands in the world!
    «Суббота в парке» - Леонид и друзья (кавер-версия группы Чикаго)
    В знак признательности одной из величайших групп на Земле!
    itunes.apple.com/us/album/chi...
    www.cdbaby.com/cd/leonidfriends2
    / leonidandfriends
    / leonid.vorobyev
    lvandfriends
    Leonid Vorobyev - bass, backing vocal, transcript of the musical source, producing, mixing, mastering, video-montage
    Sergey Kashirin - lead vocal, guitar
    Vasily Akimov - lead vocal
    Igor Javad-zade - drums
    Vlad Senchillo - piano, backing vocal
    Vladimir Popov - backing vocal, tambourine
    Alexey Batychenko - trumpet
    Alexandr Michurin - trombone
    Konstantin Gorshkov - alto sax
    Valent Osinsky - recording
    Alexey Sedov & Kirill Popov - video shooting
    Special thanks to Vladimir Osinsky for the superior studio
    Леонид Воробьев - бас-гитара, бэк-вокал, расшифровка музыкального материала, продюсирование, микс, мастеринг, видео-монтаж
    Сергей Каширин - вокал, гитара
    Василий Акимов - вокал
    Игорь Джавад-заде - ударные
    Влад Сенчилло - ф-но, бэк-вокал
    Владимир Попов - бэк-вокал, тамбурин
    Алексей Батыченко - труба
    Александр Мичурин - тромбон
    Константин Горшков - альт-саксофон
    Валентин Осинский - звукорежиссер
    Алексей Седов и Кирилл Попов - видеосъемка
    Особая благодарность Володе Осинскому за великолепную студию
    Вольный перевод с английского:
    “Суббота в парке”
    Суббота в парке
    Кажется, это было 4 июля
    Люди танцуют, люди смеются,
    Продавец мороженого
    Распевает итальянские песни
    "Эй, приятель! Что за песня!"
    Ты понимаешь? (Да, понимаю!)
    Я так долго ждал этой субботы...
    Обычный день в парке,
    Кажется, это было 4 июля.
    Люди болтают, искренне улыбаются,
    Парень играет на гитаре
    И поёт для всех нас.
    Ты поможешь ему изменить мир?
    Ты понимаешь? (Да, понимаю!)
    Я так долго ждал сегодняшний день...
    Неторопливые наездники расцвечивают день,
    И бронзовый человек всё ещё рассказывает свои истории.
    “Слушайте, дети, ещё не всё потеряно,
    Ещё не всё потеряно, нет, нет”
    Весёлые дни в парке.
    Каждый день - 4 июля.
    Люди встречаются, люди общаются.
    Всех нас ждёт, настоящий праздник,
    Если мы этого захотим, по-настоящему захотим.
    Ты понимаешь? (Да, понимаю!)
    Я так долго ждал этой субботы...
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  • @LeonidVorobyevandfriends
    @LeonidVorobyevandfriends  3 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    Hello friends!
    If you would like to help support the band during these uneasy times, please click on the link below.
    We appreciate all of your help and support!
    www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=BMMNYRNWRRJL4&source=url

    • @williamboyer2315
      @williamboyer2315 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I would love to buy shirts and posters and anything else you guys sell! Do you have a web site?

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Are you coming back to USA summer 2021?? Want to make plans to travel to see you n the wonderful band😍👏👏can hardly wait to see you all😁

    • @HunterMann
      @HunterMann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I have PayPal and trying to make a PayPal donation but when I click on your link it tries to trap me into signing up for some two or three new apps that I do not need on my phone, please let us know how we can easily support the band, thank you. Love the music a huge fan of Chicago transit Authority, the first album of Chicago It’s such a masterpiece

    • @joedanis2889
      @joedanis2889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@MrJoeFlorida what a BS thing to say. First of all you have no idea how much money they make, and it's none of your business. Do you also post comments for symphony orchestras making money playing covers? What a fool.

    • @georgeburns7251
      @georgeburns7251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No you kill Ukrainians

  • @vincentvincent4898
    @vincentvincent4898 4 ปีที่แล้ว +847

    How come nobody’s giving the sound engineer a 10 out of 10 bang up job for mixing this like a platinum record???!

    • @tommypetton7513
      @tommypetton7513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Word. Everyone involved in this project is first rate.

    • @deidrastephens1053
      @deidrastephens1053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Vincent Vincent Outstanding!

    • @grattanwalsh8704
      @grattanwalsh8704 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Truth, he is a genius. Bass is proud, drummer is out front, love it.

    • @grattanwalsh8704
      @grattanwalsh8704 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Amen, bass is prominent, drummer getting out front love it

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      They're All outstanding 👏👏🥰🥰👏👏👏👈👈👈

  • @epigrenada
    @epigrenada 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1400

    So... let me get this straight. Sergey Kashirin can not only channel the late, great Terry Kath - he can also do a perfect Robert Lamm impression? Is there anything he can't do? What a talent. Can you dig it? Yes, I can.

    • @doctorlakochannel3997
      @doctorlakochannel3997 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      outstanding!

    • @petedavis7970
      @petedavis7970 6 ปีที่แล้ว +107

      All these guys are outstanding, but as a guitarist myself, I'm most impressed by Kashirin. The guy is incredible. Especially in the 25 or 6 to 4 video... Mind Blown!

    • @RADKRAZY
      @RADKRAZY 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Me too!

    • @CStack2Ci
      @CStack2Ci 6 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      I live in Chicago Illinois, these guys would really hit it big over here!! I hope they can tour & play our town someday! Can you dig it? Yes I can!!

    • @mjmorizio
      @mjmorizio 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      The kid (Kash'man!) so rocks it. Love the energy.

  • @Jhensy2012
    @Jhensy2012 4 ปีที่แล้ว +407

    Chicago was criminally underrated. This version really allows you to see and hear how so much is going on in their tunes. A perfect pop song, great memories of '72.

    • @DoofsterDan
      @DoofsterDan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Would like to publicly thank my college room mate -Gary L of St Louis-for turning me on to Chicago, He had Chicago I and II.

    • @toocat2000000
      @toocat2000000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Chicago was never underrated. They are ranked the #1 American Band in Billboard Chart history and overall #4 only behind the Beatles , the Rolling Stones , and the Bee Gees. There is no crime , and no one is doing time. They have sold over 100 million records, and one of the Longest running , best selling groups of ALL TIME!! They have not been underrated to repeat myself. Still great memories though :) And a great video and a great tribute to Chicago!!!

    • @libertarianrevolution7026
      @libertarianrevolution7026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good point.

    • @libertarianrevolution7026
      @libertarianrevolution7026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@toocat2000000 I never paid much attention to them, so to me, they are underrated.

    • @RDYC
      @RDYC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@toocat2000000 Correct! We see this comment too often. They were MASSIVELY popular and sold MASSIVE amounts of records. It just means, "I just discovered Chicago."

  • @Greenelectra78
    @Greenelectra78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    As a former drummer, growing up with the music of the 60's and 70's, I have never heard a band cover songs better than Leonid and Friends. They are perfectly orchestrated and you can see they truly enjoy what they're doing which takes them to a whole other level! Thank you one and all!

    • @stevechillmaid5800
      @stevechillmaid5800 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Absolute proffesionals

    • @thomasschobert5879
      @thomasschobert5879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      120 % agree !!many of us grow up with chicago, so this is not a cover or a copie, its the closest to the original versions ever !!!!!

    • @davidhernandez4490
      @davidhernandez4490 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Completamente de Acuerdo con usted!

    • @admiralarmchairfleet8403
      @admiralarmchairfleet8403 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I played this album until I burned the needle in the high school. I agree with you!

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And makes their songs so much enjoyable ❤❤

  • @andrewdevay1479
    @andrewdevay1479 5 ปีที่แล้ว +425

    The horn section is so freakishly spot on, it's almost frightening.

    • @danjacoman170
      @danjacoman170 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      They all are top notch musicians, not only players... outstanding musicians... the best that the russians has ever exported to the world

    • @supreme4175
      @supreme4175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So right

    • @jazzcabbage1776
      @jazzcabbage1776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      listen to them playing 25 or 6 to 4. my goodness its piss clean

    • @jimboyd6609
      @jimboyd6609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@danjacoman170 well Dan Russia has always excelled in many performing arts, but I understand the sentiment. Gives me goosebumps. I have to wonder if Chicago members have heard them play.

    • @hals5793
      @hals5793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jimboyd6609 Chicago has them on their website page

  • @gregorycrnkovic1660
    @gregorycrnkovic1660 7 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    Are you the greatest cover band in the world????? Yes!!!!!! Can you dig it???? Yes I can.....................

    • @Pardesi07
      @Pardesi07 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gregory Crnkovic ❤️

    • @markhooton5555
      @markhooton5555 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yesss

    • @peteralmazan7034
      @peteralmazan7034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No, they are the greatest band in the world today!

    • @tamcocar
      @tamcocar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are currently the greatest *BAND* in the world. Forget cover band. None of the current bands or lineups representing the great bands can even touch these guys.

  • @parcelohssa2243
    @parcelohssa2243 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    I have NEVER heard anyone give such a perfect tribute to this song. Ever. Absolutely perfect. What an incredibly talented group of magicians. Thank you for sharing this with the world!

    • @stripervince1
      @stripervince1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      You’re absolutely right. These are not musicians, theyre magicians

    • @nobodyreally6345
      @nobodyreally6345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I've seen Chicago twice (80's and 90's) and Leonid and Friends twice. Honestly, I'd go see Leonid and Friends first from now on. Don't get me wrong; Chicago was great too

    • @JO-qd2bv
      @JO-qd2bv ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Seriously. Every time I hear the original now, great as it is, I feel bad because I secretly wish I were hearing this cover instead.. I can count on one hand the number of songs that's true for. And none of those others were absolute classics in the original. This is unique.

    • @haroldbrooks4235
      @haroldbrooks4235 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Every tribute song they've covered was just as good or better than the originals. I know we all hate comparing Iconic bands to others covering them is forbidden. But as an adult I've come to grips that our heroes often fall to someone better than them

    • @DavidRayV
      @DavidRayV หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I just discovered this and am absolutely blown away. It’s pure perfection and magic.

  • @journeyoverland564
    @journeyoverland564 4 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    Igor maybe one of the best drummers in the world.

    • @stevebagnall7621
      @stevebagnall7621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He is rated the third best in Russia, if so the other two must be truely great.

    • @stevengray8663
      @stevengray8663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I hate this argument over who's Best. Appreciate more compare less

    • @jamesconwayjr6640
      @jamesconwayjr6640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He is phenomenal

    • @hpiccov
      @hpiccov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agree

    • @yestotruth794
      @yestotruth794 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes one of the most inspirational drummers I have seen for a long time, I love him.

  • @rockhead1428
    @rockhead1428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +281

    I CANNOT stop watching & listening to this group! Since I ‘discovered’ them, here on TH-cam, 2 weeks ago I’ve played their entire catalog over & over (& over ...). As both a vocalist & horn player growing up in the ‘60s & ‘70’s in America I was obsessed with the great horn bands like Chicago; Blood Sweat & Tears; Earth, Wind & Fire, et. al.. I marvel at the exquisite musicianship displayed by all of these immensely talented people and only wish I could could ‘sit in’ with them!
    Leonid’s ability to cipher these tracks - BY EAR - is reminiscent of the scene in ‘Amadeus’ (movie about Mozart) where Mozart hears Salieri’s march played once by the Emperor Joseph II ... which leads to Mozart sitting down and playing it and then running many variations off with ease.
    Okay, back to the present from my obscure movie reference ... Leonid & Friends musicianship, obvious passion and enjoyment of playing keystone music from my youth has brought tremendous joy to me in what has been (like so many I suspect) one of the most difficult years of my 60 year-old life! (2020)
    I am a disabled Veteran living in chronic pain and fatigue from Parkinson’s disease. My medical providers encouraged me to return to my musical & artistic youthful endeavors for ‘Neuroplasticity’ ... and it’s been one of the most effective means of pushing back on chronic pain and keeps me from falling into the twin abyss of dopamine deficiency induced Anxiety & Depression.
    I, however, hit a very rough spot, 3 months ago and stopped painting and playing my music. That is ...
    UNTIL I heard Leonid & Friend’s opening riffs of Chicago’s “Make Me Smile”. ... which, in a profound way they did!
    Thank you so very much to all of you in Leonid & Friends for returning music, joy and hope back into my life!

    • @user-vb2cv4dz6r
      @user-vb2cv4dz6r 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Good luck, MAN!

    • @robinhoodstfrancis
      @robinhoodstfrancis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Man, grew up playing trombone by 1983 graduation, and drumming in rec bands. Had to let much go in this unjust world. Good to read you!

    • @jimbouwens1854
      @jimbouwens1854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They make you happy. Music without borders. Let others worry about it. We got Leonid and friends. No care in the world.

    • @ednalewis5829
      @ednalewis5829 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      To Rock Head, continue your love for music, and as you said joy, hope and love will see you thru!! Music is life itself!

    • @conanhayle
      @conanhayle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      YEP ,they are the DOGS Bollocks

  • @lamarravery4094
    @lamarravery4094 5 ปีที่แล้ว +385

    This is how old Chicago use to sound like. You guys have done an outstanding job to recreate that original sound.

    • @runawayushould
      @runawayushould 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Terry would be very pleased.

    • @danieldelaparrasaldivar8136
      @danieldelaparrasaldivar8136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, sounds great. Such a fine musical piece..... 👍

    • @lindy3743
      @lindy3743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @reytrinidad5112
      @reytrinidad5112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i agree to that.. super

    • @bookendsound1
      @bookendsound1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes. Saw them in '73 in P:hilly and this is the sound I've had in my head ever since. Makes my soul smile.

  • @Diegocurt73
    @Diegocurt73 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Wow, I really don’t have any words. The horn section, drums, vocals, bass, keyboards….wow 🫠🫠🫠🫠

  • @junantonio9173
    @junantonio9173 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Every note a perfection. Timing is nothing but impeccable.
    This band is not of this earth.

  • @tonyhaines1192
    @tonyhaines1192 7 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    Drummer is incredible! But then again, they all are.

    • @gregorycrnkovic1660
      @gregorycrnkovic1660 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Word Up!!!...........

    • @keitha.9922
      @keitha.9922 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep playing the role of Danny Seraphine

    • @kenw35
      @kenw35 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks for that awesome comment about drummers! I have been a drummer for over 40 years. Never had a lesson. It is definitely something you have or ya don’t. A God given talent to play any instrument very good. I can play any percussion instrument in the world but couldn’t even begin to play any other instrument in that amazing band. Thanks again!

    • @patrickorourke41
      @patrickorourke41 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The drummer looks so relaxed when he’s playing!

    • @lilycat1694
      @lilycat1694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      #TEAM TRUMP the drummer is a joy to watch. All are outstanding musicians. Gotta 😊 love it!!

  • @3rdRockRider
    @3rdRockRider 7 ปีที่แล้ว +370

    Funny thing, I was listening and realized I totally forgot I was listening to a cover. That says something!!

    • @eddiemelikian2440
      @eddiemelikian2440 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Disturbingly they are far better than the original band-my favorite all-time band. Incredible stuff here.

    • @tomeemerson
      @tomeemerson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I close my eyes listening, so good! Open eyes, fun to watch, excellent performance.

    • @69dendog
      @69dendog 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      A Russian cover band,speaks better english than a some of the people in USA !!

    • @yankeesfan2006
      @yankeesfan2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      God They sound so good, The guitarist exactly sounds like Terry Kath!!! I mean it's uncanny how close these guys got... I like how they honored the song, they didn't change any riffs up or anything just pure tribute to the AMazing Chicago

    • @redddbaron
      @redddbaron 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@eddiemelikian2440 I think what that is...superior modern studio technology. I don't actually think they are better than Chicago, but they do have better sound men and production engineers now a days compared to the early 70s

  • @jimbateman225
    @jimbateman225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    If you close your eyes. CHICAGO is actually performing. I've been a fan since the first time I heard them in the 70's. None better at the time, and YOU all brought them back to enjoy again. Thank You!

  • @GizmoJeff232
    @GizmoJeff232 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    The drummer puts his heart and soul in every song he is outrageous man

  • @abeeftec3427
    @abeeftec3427 7 ปีที่แล้ว +447

    This guy deserves a Million subscribers.

    • @toniaraizaify
      @toniaraizaify 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Connected to my Bluetooth and the sound bouncing off my car walls! What a resounding way to travel to Texas!🎄

    • @GrooveIsInnTheHeart
      @GrooveIsInnTheHeart 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Discovered them this evening. Cannot get enough.

    • @radstorm
      @radstorm 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree :o)

    • @jeremyc2445
      @jeremyc2445 ปีที่แล้ว

      Done

    • @sunnyphillips6508
      @sunnyphillips6508 ปีที่แล้ว

      And they have quite a following here

  • @whydoesgoogleneedmyname6839
    @whydoesgoogleneedmyname6839 5 ปีที่แล้ว +241

    The whole band is incredible, but YOUR DRUMMER is INSANELY AWESOME!

    • @donnakreischer2243
      @donnakreischer2243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah I'm a drummer bitch lol!

    • @hpiccov
      @hpiccov 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I totally agree

    • @mickavellian
      @mickavellian 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      As a drummer I TELL you the drummer is TERRIBLE.. those flurries of snare and tom and the end og each phrasing.. the People fouting people laughing is a solid drumming solo..

    • @mbt1955
      @mbt1955 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@mickavellian You must have heard another drum track. This guy (Igor) is as solid as an anvil and has the feel for Danny Seraphine possibly better than Danny himself. I'm a drummer too and know how good both players are. Check out other Leonid & Friends covers then decide.

    • @danieldelaparrasaldivar8136
      @danieldelaparrasaldivar8136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm agree, but the bass guy too.

  • @scottpriest2897
    @scottpriest2897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I have to hand it to all of you! I am 64, grew up in the 70's and only, now, do I appreciate the intricacies of Chicago's music. I owe it to your masterful covers! Thank you!

  • @williamgrandits2197
    @williamgrandits2197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Chicago only sounded like this in a Studio setting. These incredible musicians master the original sound and duplicate it meticulously as they perform. What talent. just incredible.

    • @artistaloca4
      @artistaloca4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Phenomenal live ❣❣💖😍👍👍🌷

    • @mikecee578
      @mikecee578 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Chicago was outstanding live.

    • @thelangertcommercialgroup
      @thelangertcommercialgroup ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mikecee578 Yes they were. We can fully appreciate Leonid and Friends (they're phenomenal) without underestimating Chicago. If you all think that playing these songs is hard (which is the case with many of them), add writing, arranging/orchestrating them to that equation. Chicago's writing is beyond phenomenal, and so is its musicianship. I love Leonid and Friends...saw them live in Annapolis a couple of years ago. However, Chicago was just as good live AND they wrote and arranged all of these tunes.

    • @tristanireland669
      @tristanireland669 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      👍🏼 So True,
      & Point Is…
      ♥️L & F Sound Like Studio Chicago,
      Not Live Chicago
      which I saw
      w Joplin in ‘68
      & Yes Chicago was great live but they didn’t sound anything like the Studio Chicago.!
      If you want to hear Chicago live concerts there’s lots to watch…
      If You Want To See What
      Chicago Sounded Like
      In Studio
      When
      Recording Their GR8🎼
      Then
      That’s Why
      We’re
      ALL HERE
      To
      Enjoy
      Extraordinarily
      Leonid & Friends Brilliantly
      Recreated
      Chicago🎼Sound.!😍
      👏🏼Enjoy The Experience Back
      In
      Chicago’s Recoding Studio😍

    • @photographyinflight4183
      @photographyinflight4183 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Pretty sure that's a studio their performing in, could be wrong.

  • @Shornetastic
    @Shornetastic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +384

    This is insane. Every aspect of it is beyond excellent.

    • @georgeleger5302
      @georgeleger5302 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes, it really is. I have worked on Grammy nominated records my Barry Manilow, produced by the amazing producer, Michael Lloyd. Between them they have a couple of lifetimes making records, so I have a basis of comparison. You guys are remarkable. I would LOVE to see you in person some time. Las Vegas baby ;-) Who knows, I imagine if you came to this city, you would work as much as you wanted. Well, Play, right ;-) Thank you for your efforts!

    • @stevecareskey6542
      @stevecareskey6542 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beyond excellent, 2 best words.

    • @tannertuner
      @tannertuner 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@georgeleger5302 they are headed in that direction on this 2021 tour

  • @dallasmohel613
    @dallasmohel613 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was in my teens in the seventies. Chicago’s music was played loud. We smiled. We were happy. We definitely sang along with them. Leonid and Friends is the best cover. I dare say, even better!

  • @johnhooton7403
    @johnhooton7403 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    They are touring the US now. June 2024. Saw them a month ago. The best classics.

  • @salllybyler1100
    @salllybyler1100 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This band is not just "Spot on" they are on fire!! Unbelievable talent here! Every voice, ever musician is perfect! And they make it look so easy when I know it's not.

  • @victorgojocco1716
    @victorgojocco1716 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    THIS BAND IS JUST DAM M A G N I F I C E N T!!!!!! BRAVO! BRAVO! BRAVO!!!

  • @rconger24
    @rconger24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    It seems the genius in Leonid is in his ear and memory. He has the profound talent of being able to reduce the original to a musical score, *where there was none*, thereby making it repeatable. Then able to assemble the master musicians with the gifts to make it so.
    All of us are blessed to hear.

    • @brawny48
      @brawny48 ปีที่แล้ว

      amen !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @MichaelSmith-xk5dg
      @MichaelSmith-xk5dg ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Most underrated comment on here.

    • @rconger384
      @rconger384 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MichaelSmith-xk5dg yep

  • @ParkerPlaza
    @ParkerPlaza ปีที่แล้ว +13

    They're great......let's hear it for the drummer. What talent !

  • @davidlanphier7651
    @davidlanphier7651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I'm at a absolute loss for words when it comes to the talent of this band..the production quality is far superior to what Chicago had back in the day.

  • @jackflash5659
    @jackflash5659 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Leonid & Friends are the greatest tribute band ever!

  • @DIESEL0759
    @DIESEL0759 6 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    I'm impressed that a band from Russia (Ukraine? Sorry, I don't know your nationality, boys!) is doing tributes to a band that's not just some American band, but a band so rooted in one city - CHICAGO. It shows how music is universal.
    If only our national politics was as universal as our music.
    Seriously, tho. Great job, guys. I listen to this, and I'm half way through before I start thinking, "Gee...that voice sounds different..." and realize it's a cover...so kudos for matching your vocalists so carefully to the original! The music is spot-on, too!

    • @jestubbs69
      @jestubbs69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      AMEN PREACHER!

    • @kguidry7520
      @kguidry7520 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They're from Russia. Moscow.

    • @peterobukhovski7599
      @peterobukhovski7599 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Guys just want to let you know that Russians and Ukrainians it’s the same people being divided by politicians so you know.

    • @neverthirsty5047
      @neverthirsty5047 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@peterobukhovski7599 Yeah, right!!

  • @marcodraven9778
    @marcodraven9778 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow this band captures 100% Chicago's sound & performance. Great Cover!

  • @bookendsound1
    @bookendsound1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Each member in the band reaches the highest level of performance for every song. Never seen such skill and execution by a group in a very long time. I play all songs I can find over and over and it just gets better with every play.

    • @hpiccov
      @hpiccov 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said

    • @bookendsound1
      @bookendsound1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      glad to know that I'm in good company with others fine tuned for unique sounds so well mastered here.

  • @wkmclennan161
    @wkmclennan161 7 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    Leonid, I have been a Chicago fan since 1969 & the Chicago Transit Authority days. Of All the Chicago classics & I love them all. You so honored the immortal Robert Lamm with this one & I sincerely hope that Robert, Lee, Jimmy & Walt could hear what you've done with so much authenticity, homage to their 'sound', reverence & love for the music of Chicago.

    • @terryperry8523
      @terryperry8523 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree...except for le Habitants logo...GO LEAFS

    • @redthepost
      @redthepost 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Terrific engineering. Totally perfect.

  • @barbaraschain9260
    @barbaraschain9260 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Gives you an idea of just how good Chicago were given they are a 70s band. This is my fav Chicago song and these guys really cover it well...GREAT job!
    😀🖐❤🇦🇺🐨

  • @bethvirginiaphillips4583
    @bethvirginiaphillips4583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I'd like to hug them all for bringing such joy to the world.

  • @bubbapeppers4354
    @bubbapeppers4354 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Sergey is sooooo missed, hope he and his family are well!!!!

    • @lindabergman3127
      @lindabergman3127 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      So do we all❤❤❤

    • @goodehands5388
      @goodehands5388 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sergey, records in a studio in Kiev, that's why you see him with a different background.

    • @bubbapeppers4354
      @bubbapeppers4354 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Everybody knows that, he is missed by the group and the fans, i.e. me... and I hope his family is safe and well.@@goodehands5388

  • @DannoCrutch
    @DannoCrutch 7 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    I can't get over how great this is.

  • @dianeearl3397
    @dianeearl3397 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really dig this group called Leonid & Friends. I watch them everynight.

  • @carlp54
    @carlp54 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    The very best Chicago cover band.

    • @lilyleon1475
      @lilyleon1475 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Chicago are still going, what is the point... The magic is in the creation, not copying

  • @peterblack1639
    @peterblack1639 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's nice this band is brining quality music back to people who may have not heard Chicago

  • @richardhintonracing
    @richardhintonracing 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    These blokes are fantastic musicians.Quality we have not witnessed for decades in popular music.

  • @oldwest517
    @oldwest517 7 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    Phenomenal. You guys are all amazing, but your drummer is an especially cool boss.

    • @valexband
      @valexband 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      drummer level God

    • @paulyjbluey6408
      @paulyjbluey6408 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I'm not the only one obviously, that crave to drum with a groove like that!

    • @oldwest517
      @oldwest517 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Pauly J Bluey I know. I could go on and on about how good every single one of them is. (That guitar player does Kath's stuff like nobody in Chicago itself ever has.) But Igor at the drums always just makes me sit up and notice -- and I'm not even a drummer.

    • @gregorycrnkovic1660
      @gregorycrnkovic1660 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Word................

    • @JohnBodoni
      @JohnBodoni 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      As a bass player, let me tell you that drummers like Igor are very rare!

  • @Frank-dl7bm
    @Frank-dl7bm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My prayers are with y’all in the Ukrain and Russia. I hope all members and your families are safe. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 thank you for the amazing music interpretations.

  • @tullfan2560
    @tullfan2560 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Gorgeous music and singing that transports you to a really good place.

  • @tonyalfano2479
    @tonyalfano2479 7 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    Guys are really unbelievable. What great attention to musical and vocal detail.

  • @garynein8045
    @garynein8045 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    How on earth am I just finding you? Absolutely amazing talent...come to Washington State...I'd love to watch you 😎❤👏

  • @jerrysink424
    @jerrysink424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a musician and singer, I fell in love with Leonid and friends, not just because they are fabulous musicians, but it makes me reflect on how blessed we are in America to celebrate music, and the world celebrates with us!

  • @bradleyjjohnson
    @bradleyjjohnson 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Yet again, spectacular. It adds to the music when the band is really enjoying themselves too. Another A+ effort.

  • @polarbear2579
    @polarbear2579 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    As someone who grew up listening to Chicago, saw Chicago live several times while Terry Kath was still alive, and who still goes to see them live when they're in my area, my hat's off to your group. The vocals are right there, the instrumentals are letter perfect., but most importantly, the fun, the spirit, and the joy of Chicago was present, in a way that Chicago itself struggles to deliver these days.

  • @heidisnider6155
    @heidisnider6155 5 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I am from Chicago and have seen Chicago and you guys are phenomenal!

  • @rconger384
    @rconger384 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love the dimension that Vasily adds to the vocals !

    • @andrewgageable
      @andrewgageable 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You should hear him on their cover of Vehicle. 😮

  • @cloud39
    @cloud39 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Such intricate orchestration that I never remember hearing on the original. Fantastic!

  • @joehodges8459
    @joehodges8459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This band is so exceptional. They're second to none. I so much love their singing and playing. Pure joy.

  • @mikejacobs4727
    @mikejacobs4727 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've never appreciated the complexity of the misic. Truly amazing. My dad passed three weeks ago and left my mom of 58 years. I played these songs for her and she smiled and sang along . Thank you , God bless.

  • @danstephensen9032
    @danstephensen9032 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Bravo Bravo Bravo
    (and nice Hat)
    And ~~IGOR IGOR IGOR 🥁 🔥🥁🔥🥁🔥🥁🔥🥁

  • @eatmyshorts3147
    @eatmyshorts3147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When I found this channel o first heard 25 or 6 to 4 and then immediately thought of Saturday in the park... And here it is in all it's glory
    Thanks guys

  • @stillkrazyat50
    @stillkrazyat50 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Lenoid, if you were on radio I would've really thought that the song was sung by Chicago! Fantastic!!

  • @marcsorensen1184
    @marcsorensen1184 5 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Sorry I can only give one thumb up. That was amazing.

  • @MrJmw3rd
    @MrJmw3rd 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    An absolutely perfect tribute to a classic! You guys are much more than a cover band-you are a group of incredibly talented artists.

  • @jimmybroome4367
    @jimmybroome4367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This brings back the old days when music was just that, music.thanks

  • @jakedog52
    @jakedog52 6 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Leonid and Company kick ass!!! These guys may only be considered a tribute band but they have a powerful sound that blows away the original Chicago!

  • @johnflorio3052
    @johnflorio3052 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Alexey Batychenko, trumpet...
    ...simply amazing!

  • @Olegzyan
    @Olegzyan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Trumpets! Oh those trumpets! They really blow it high!

  • @loreyhoffman4084
    @loreyhoffman4084 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Every voice here is stellar...but geez....who is best? That drummer? Or the sound mixer and recorder?

  • @paulatristan8189
    @paulatristan8189 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    FANTASTIC 💕👍 🎉💕❣️ Every singer and instrument player is AWESOME!!!!!AMERICA TOUR Pleeease!!!!!!!!!👍🤣👏👏🎉❣️

  • @robertswail3768
    @robertswail3768 7 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Brilliant! Brilliant. And Brilliant. I can't stop listening to this stuff!

    • @douggarrick4378
      @douggarrick4378 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      RIght? Someone sends me a link to this and then I spend the better part of a day listening to everything these guys have done.... over and over and over.

    • @claudiasilvanacanova6982
      @claudiasilvanacanova6982 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So do I¡

    • @joansimoncelli2290
      @joansimoncelli2290 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too, me too

  • @goesfarfliesnear1447
    @goesfarfliesnear1447 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I am constantly amazed at how great you sound! I applaud you all and thank you, thank you, thank you! 💓

  • @rickmcquillis6626
    @rickmcquillis6626 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Most excellent, you guys are the absolute best. I love you all, and I pray for your safety my friends. Superb ❣️🎶

  • @joleary346
    @joleary346 7 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Humbling. I was never a huge fan of Chicago but from watching this I now see what I've missed. Whoever's managing the Chicago franchise should put these guys on the payroll. They've woken me to what I missed. Truly impressive - both the original arrangements and the meticulous execution by Leonid & Friends. Btw, I've seen Chicago live several times and still didn't "get" them until now.

    • @kguidry7520
      @kguidry7520 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      True true true. These guys deserve a share of the royalties Chicago will receive by a reinvigoration of their musical legacy.

    • @mbolduc
      @mbolduc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen. It took Leonid and his mighty band of players to teach me what a treasure Chicago is. The finest tribute it is possible to give, I think

  • @chifan7
    @chifan7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Another Awesome Song from a Super Group! Thanks so much.

  • @ronsheppard9895
    @ronsheppard9895 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    OMG! Youthful voices bringing back the intensity that made Chicago . Superior performances . I love it .

  • @MrJmw3rd
    @MrJmw3rd 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Incredible rendition of a classic. Great energy.

  • @garthtennesen1217
    @garthtennesen1217 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Anyone who enters a negative (dislike) comment... just listen, listen to the music. These guys are SPOT ON! How is your singing in Russian???

  • @lyncboy
    @lyncboy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    EXCELLENT !!!
    Especially THE LEAD VOCAL !!!

  • @maverickcommunication
    @maverickcommunication 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Listen to the harmony (houlalalala) at the end: it sounds like the Beatles. Absolutely incredible job. Please come to Paris guys !!!!!

    • @SeaStarTea
      @SeaStarTea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You Won’t See Me

  • @user-ow2of5nk1c
    @user-ow2of5nk1c 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love Chicago & love this song. What an outstanding cover. Excellent job.

  • @SuperPeader
    @SuperPeader 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Great tight sound - amazing group of musicians!

  • @JacQuie1776
    @JacQuie1776 5 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I just discovered these fabulous musicians today. Man, I can’t stop watching!! Bravo Gentlemen!!

    • @nicoleamanda889
      @nicoleamanda889 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      me too

    • @lilycat1694
      @lilycat1694 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jacqueline Iorio-Benson I feel the same!! Lifted my depression by quite a bit!!!

    • @mikemccain9275
      @mikemccain9275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i have never listen to so much chicago music as i have after finding this band . brings back my youth growing up with chicago from their beginning ...i cant get enough of this band ..this bad can cover alot of older bands if they wanted .. spot on music .

    • @marilynnickel4982
      @marilynnickel4982 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same...

  • @ecoRfan
    @ecoRfan 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Banger cover of SITP. Feels like a modern version of a classic.

  • @TinMan120.
    @TinMan120. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Fantastic music and tribute to Chicago....!
    You're really GREAT. ....!
    Thank you...!

    • @brawny48
      @brawny48 ปีที่แล้ว

      THANK YOU !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @jackevans2386
    @jackevans2386 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Absolute dynamite ! Just the greatest ! Love the band. Great players ... every one of you.

  • @cburg4383
    @cburg4383 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I'm not really sure how to convey just how great this ensemble really is together. Raw talent. Damn near speechless. Your music brings back such great memories of days gone by. We thank you for continuing the tradition of sharing quality music.

  • @CamSmithMusic02
    @CamSmithMusic02 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Honestly, I think this is way better than the original. I could listen to this all day.

  • @merkules2001
    @merkules2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dislike covers, but all of these have hooked me. The singer doesn't annoy with too much ego. The band is perfect. I am a fan.

  • @micheleanderson7894
    @micheleanderson7894 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Wow! Perfect. Wish I had such talented friends. You all are sitting on a gold mine if you were to perform in the USA.

  • @gillmacgillechiaran5651
    @gillmacgillechiaran5651 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This band is absolutely incredible... they bring passion to this music, a freshness that’s been long overdue. They shine with bright and abiding talent. Utterly fantastic... may they live long and prosper.

  • @kevinsam3
    @kevinsam3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As good as the original band. Thumbs up all the way. Love it.

  • @nirandornminrintara1454
    @nirandornminrintara1454 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best ... you comes in time before the world lost real music...next generation it' s you....

  • @TheProfessorOfLife
    @TheProfessorOfLife 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    INCREDIBLE! Beyond words! Leonid, you and your fellow VERY gifted musicians have elevated all of the classic Chicago songs to a new level! CONGRATULATIONS to ALL of you for what you have done with this GREAT music! To be in the Ukraine and obviously love the band CHICAGO as much as their lifelong fans in the United States do, and HONOR the past and present band members of Chicago with your incredible musicianship, is both awe-inspiring and very emotional for me, and for all lovers of Chicago's timeless music! To all of the vocalists who sang these Chicago songs, you are all FANTASTIC and you NAILED every Chicago song you sang! THANK YOU ALL, and we are all looking forward to MORE from Leonid and Friends!

  • @johndraper2394
    @johndraper2394 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Okay, this is absolutely addicting. I was only going to listen to one song before I started writing and I've been listening for an hour now!

    • @brawny48
      @brawny48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL - Me too !!

  • @broerymarantika853
    @broerymarantika853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did I end up here ?
    I was watching some videos from Hindley Street Country Club from Adelaide Australia doing cover songs, and theres "If You Leave me now" by Leonid, my favourite during late teens. Am 61 now, Wow, your band just blew me away, the accuracy almost Note to Note !

  • @julioaranton461
    @julioaranton461 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Summer '71, Southern California @ family/Culver City; just turned 19 & wonderful memories never to be forgoten... Namaste.

  • @jt95124
    @jt95124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am a lifelong musician, played with world famous people from symphony orchestras to blues bands in sketchy bars. I have seen performances from Beijing to Copenhagan. I have never seen a better performance in every sense. Personal warmth, joy, skill, taste. Excellence.

  • @brookswade5774
    @brookswade5774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This entire friggin band is phenomenal. I haven’t heard them play anything by Chicago that wasn’t dead on. If you want to hear them cover a song and wonder if they dubbed the original singers and players over their video, watch the cover of September, by Earth, Wind, and Fire. I couldn’t believe how good they are.

    • @marcathens2951
      @marcathens2951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm with you... they are the shit !! 👍👍

  • @will903
    @will903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh....when the music business required actual talent. So good, guys. Well done!

  • @wagner622
    @wagner622 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    LOVE this band. Best cover band ever.

  • @sriley517
    @sriley517 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just unreal musicianship!! Awesome talents. Hope you come to the USA. Detroit Michigan awaits you all! :)

  • @danjestic9199
    @danjestic9199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I always tune in when i need a mood lifter! Thanks!!

  • @cecily8187
    @cecily8187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Incredible awesome!❤️👍❤️