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That cute chubby girl with that beautiful hair…. I’m in love!!! But you guys are all wonderful musicians! Much appreciated hearing this song thank you!
So what is Lexington Lab Band's mission actually? Take a popular song from the best pop music era and practice it until you guys perform it even more passionately and convincing than the original artists? That certainly seems like it! You knocked this challenging piece of music completely out of the park!!! I've discovered you on TH-cam only now and I'm devouring all your videos!
Good comment, but also consider this: The original artists achieve studio perfection with multiple takes, direction, dubbing, and mixing. LL brings that flawlessness in what amounts to a live performance. 🎉
@@Zetep Ha Ha "Smoke" - how about the fireworks / rockets like in "Smell the Glove" video? (This is SPINAL TAP). "Your amps go to 11..." "Well it's one louder now, isn't it?"
They nailed the vocals, which is not at all easy to do. Peter Cetera isn't easy to copy. Now if they can nail the guitar work of 25 or 6 to 4 and Saturday in the park.
The best interpretation of "Hard Habit To Break" - Chicago, that I've heard in my 64 years of life! Perfect! All voices, instruments, chords and percussions flawless!
Peter Cetera has unique vocals but you nailed it along with Bill Chaplins.....actually your whole group, instrumentals back up singers the whole production...love watching you guys give it your all........easily the best version of this song ive ever seen....
Sue me but each position is better than the Chicago players. Listen to this and listen to a Chicago live version. LLB is live studio. The backup singers and front singers for LLB just kill everything.
One of the most difficult songs to sing and also one of the well-written and well-composed songs of all time and I should credit the masterpiece to its writers, Steve Kipner and John Lewis Parker and David Foster (arranger of this song) who is a true musical genius. Chicago was one of the best bands to ever exist of our time.
@@doak4886 But you're not a musician or singer, I AM. Chicago of today is just a tribute band. The original Chicago was great. This Lexington Lab Band is composed of the Best of the Best musicians and singers they can assemble. They hold their own. Stick to plumbing and moon shots.
@@davidcowan4705 Hey! Don’t give up, there is somebody else waiting in the wings, just try to keep upbeat, every day is a gift. My wife and I were high school sweethearts, broke up, reset 32years later!!!!!! Have faith!
David Foster would have found this video, listened to it front to back, twice, likely grinning or smirking while listening, then go back searching on TH-cam. :)
I had YT on another tab in my browser while looking at something else and this video started and I could only hear the audio. I thought it was the real Chicago. Your covers are always very good but I never thought anything would be that good. Well done LLB!
Reminds me of being young, naive, and in love, back in the 80's. I remember this song well. Thanks for this... brought back memories. Can't wait for the next tune. Keep rockin'!
Oh wow.... Had to come back and listen again, since this song was mentioned in the interviews... Oh the harmonies!!! Puhleeze put this on the set list for September!!! Almost a MILLION views!!! So excited for Lexington, just found out a pickleball friend lives there now and she has the hookup... Gonna be a busy long weekend!!! LLB 10 YEARS STRONG.
You want to know how good this was? It wasn't off the hook, nor was it off the chain. It broke the damn chain and is running down the street!!!!!................
Wow...... Chicago were so different because of the prominence of the orchestral elements in their arrangements but you guys have not only paid homage to the original track, you have lifted it to a level that makes it a powerhouse of arrangement and combined vocals!!
They don’t make music like this anymore and I’m so glad talented musicians like these are keeping it alive. Not just playing the songs well, but absolutely slaying them. Their attention to detail baffles me. I hope one day I can see these guys live.
Well...I’m sat here in the NW of England, in a little town called BURNLEY, simply just soaking up the whole experience of listening to you guys...AGAIN....and I find myself thanking GOD for my ears And wondering if listening to your stuff is becoming a bit of an addiction.... another great big Lancashire thank you from a 70 year old guy who can’t wait for more. Thank you all so much. Stay safe and well. From - David.
@@ra4fun4me The real Chicago has pretty much disowned Bill Champlin. My opinion is that he saved Chicago. Chicago 17 is a great album. Maybe even a perfect album. This band does it justice. And I am a keyboard player and do this song myself.
Michael Vandermark, you are one heck of a musician, so much talent in one person is amazing! Is there any instrument that you CANNOT play? I am very much honored to hear your music. It gives me so much pleasure to enjoy music that is no longer heard on a regular basis. I hope you and your musicians can continue to make so may people happy by making your videos . I know it has in my instance. Good Luck in the future, you and your friends! Music brings people together!!!!!!!!
Ok so I want to know how many bands are calling and ask LLB to cover their songs??? Ohhh my goodness!! This version is superb!! Might be some of the best you’ve done!! This is a very complicated song, soooo darn good!!
So far 7 miserable beings felt the need to thumbs down...Or they missed the the like button due to a medical condition. Benji Maurer... glad to call him friend and he’s nailing the tone! This is a masterpiece in every way by the whole band!
FANTASTIC cover! When the Champlin vocals came in my jaw dropped 😲 Then the harmonies! Holy crap! Excellent job by everybody involved! Definitely being added to my favorites 👍🏻👍🏻
0:51 I hit the 'yes' button and turned round in my 20 buck fantastic furniture swivel chair as if I was an actually celebrity fak producer.. (I would love to join the Lab even as a back stage cleaner/inspector of strings and snacks) you guys are all actually way too good to be a 'covers band'..! covers bands rarely achieve this level of accuracy like The Lab do, I sincerely love/like everything you guys all do x
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That cute chubby girl with that beautiful hair…. I’m in love!!! But you guys are all wonderful musicians! Much appreciated hearing this song thank you!
You’re all mind blowing musicians and singers 🔥🔥🌹🔥🔥
Yep. Agreed!
@@yeahsure8323 A really ignorant statement on your part. Was that REALLY necessary to insult her? Are you Sheldon Cooper? 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤡🤡
So what is Lexington Lab Band's mission actually? Take a popular song from the best pop music era and practice it until you guys perform it even more passionately and convincing than the original artists? That certainly seems like it! You knocked this challenging piece of music completely out of the park!!! I've discovered you on TH-cam only now and I'm devouring all your videos!
Pretty much sums it up
U nailed it 🥰
Can't wait until your next album comes out!!!!!...give them a break... They are brilliant... Your an a hole .. get a life 😮
Good comment, but also consider this: The original artists achieve studio perfection with multiple takes, direction, dubbing, and mixing. LL brings that flawlessness in what amounts to a live performance. 🎉
One of those videos I come back to a few times a year. Dang.
Listening to your quality music is my hard habit to break!
No fancy outfits, no flashing lights and no smoke, just pure talent.
But imagine how epic it would be with just a little bit smoke. Colored maybe. Just a little.
@@Zetep Ha Ha "Smoke" - how about the fireworks / rockets like in "Smell the Glove" video? (This is SPINAL TAP). "Your amps go to 11..." "Well it's one louder now, isn't it?"
I agree with you Joe. Just pure TALENT !! No smoke & mirrors needed Thank You LLB.
Just pure talent! Love the dedication to the song without any smoke and stuff! 👍🏻
Exactly 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
This band is the most underrated cover band in history.
Un musicien doit composer pas faire des reprises toute ça vie
Damn, this is so darn good it's difficult to put into words how incredible these musicians are.
It's like Peter and Bill are together again.
This is gold! This is the best cover of this song, hands down!
They nailed the vocals, which is not at all easy to do. Peter Cetera isn't easy to copy. Now if they can nail the guitar work of 25 or 6 to 4 and Saturday in the park.
Agreed.
Un oh! Sulit tech.
Sulit Tech baka naman CP lang oh pang ol class.
Oh hell yea-uh!
The best interpretation of "Hard Habit To Break" - Chicago, that I've heard in my 64 years of life! Perfect! All voices, instruments, chords and percussions flawless!
I totally agree with you. This is an amazing cover.
Gave me chills, just like when I listen to the original! Oh my god the vocals!!!
Whew😂 yes indeed 🎉🎉🎉🎉
And Vincent~ Wow! What a power full voice
The hair on the back of my neck stood up. That's all I need to say.
Peter Cetera is hard to do, and you did it well.
Listening with my eyes closed I'd swear this was a high-quality version of the original!! Man! You fellers are the best!!! Thank You :)
Our pleasure!
i agree,, just turning away from the visuals,, MAGIC
But the visuals are 1/2 the fun, watching these masters at work :-)
@@SaabKen I love watching them 😁👏👍👍
Their energy and enthusiasm n talents make their songs mesmerising 👈❤️💕💙
Omg what a stunning version of this song gives me goosebumps how can people put a thumbs down to this
Thanks for watching, more Chicago songs coming soon!
My Friend, there's Trolls everywhere, just enjoy and ignore
Also, YT has placed algorithms that proportion dislike to virtually all videos because they provoke more responses like yours.
Perfection, once again! ❤❤❤
Thumbs down really! I know where they can shove their finger
Never ever get tried of listening this way way better than the original in my opinion,may it long continue ❤
I've played this for people and they could not tell the difference between the original and this cover. One of the best covers for any song ever!
Yes it’s bone melting wonderful
In a blind test I would not know the difference.
Who else is still listening to THE BEST cover band EVER in 2021...
Me, of course...they are AWESOME and really deserve more views and subscribers...so keep it comin', LLB!
@@palmeiras958 Indeed, Rogerio! Wish i could play with them some day...would be an HONOR to me...
@@rogerpeter7495 We all wish that...I LOVE THEM...
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They're truly mind blowing 😁👏👏👏👏
Bill Chaplin dude is spot on! Actually everyone is spot on!
Thanks for watching, more Chicago songs on the way!
@@LexingtonLabBand That's the best news I've heard in a long time!
I keep coming back to you. Amazing and I can't get enough. Love you guys!
Peter Cetera has unique vocals but you nailed it along with Bill Chaplins.....actually your whole group, instrumentals back up singers the whole production...love watching you guys give it your all........easily the best version of this song ive ever seen....
Sue me but each position is better than the Chicago players. Listen to this and listen to a Chicago live version. LLB is live studio. The backup singers and front singers for LLB just kill everything.
All top of the line🤩👍👍👍👍
This song is from Chicago's 1984 the album "17" . I was 18 years old .
One of the most difficult songs to sing and also one of the well-written and well-composed songs of all time and I should credit the masterpiece to its writers, Steve Kipner and John Lewis Parker and David Foster (arranger of this song) who is a true musical genius. Chicago was one of the best bands to ever exist of our time.
Love that guy covering Bill Champlin’s parts!!!
Agreed. I don't think I've heard anyone really do justice to Bill's style and presentation until now. Excellent!
Agree 100%! The guy is phenomenally talented!
I'm a musician and singer.....Nothing compares to this.Absolutely a beautiful rendition that sounds just like Chicago.
@@doak4886 But you're not a musician or singer, I AM. Chicago of today is just a tribute band. The original Chicago was great. This Lexington Lab Band is composed of the Best of the Best musicians and singers they can assemble. They hold their own. Stick to plumbing and moon shots.
@@doak4886 No you misunderstood. I like the Lexington Lab Band... they are professionals
My second time listening to this……the 81 dislikes are from people that “just don’t like music”
Probably my 150th time listening to this!
I think it’s the same people on every video. Seems like it’s about 85 or so dislikes on each video.
I must tell you all that your covers are perfect. Bravo gang!!!! Please keep them coming, please!!!!! Thanks.....
Went straight to the bedroom, grabbed my wife, and slow danced to this. Hell yeah! 80’s love!
You go dude. That's the way it's done!
How romantic!!!!!! I’m certain your wife fell in love with you again!!!!! Diane
@@davidcowan4705 Hey! Don’t give up, there is somebody else waiting in the wings, just try to keep upbeat, every day is a gift. My wife and I were high school sweethearts, broke up, reset 32years later!!!!!! Have faith!
Ahhh.bless you and your wife big time.
@@drbbass that is a fairy tale come true. Bless you both
AWESOME - I'm in luv you all! What voices!
Message to Leonid & Friends: Looks like the gauntlet has been thrown down.
Ha! We are BIG L&F fans!
I love them both!
@@LexingtonLabBand Tour together.....Millions of tickets would be sold lol
@@LexingtonLabBand NO DOUBT !! Steve,NJ,USA.
Lexington Lab Band and Leonid & Friends are our Friday night favs!
David Foster would have found this video, listened to it front to back, twice, likely grinning or smirking while listening, then go back searching on TH-cam. :)
world class preformers listen to this all time
Awesome! The 70s and 80s stuff you do is phenomenal! Can’t tell you how much we enjoy it
Wow, thank you!
The clarity and uniqueness of Cetera, the rasp and belting of Champlin.. you guys damn nailed it!
All The Stars aligned on this one! I’m speechless! This is so good! It’s on repeat!
Just pretty AWESOME!
I really think LLB needs to do some Kansas, like Point of No Return and Carry on Wayward Son. I think they y’all could ROCK those songs!
Incredible! I actually clapped.
I had YT on another tab in my browser while looking at something else and this video started and I could only hear the audio. I thought it was the real Chicago. Your covers are always very good but I never thought anything would be that good. Well done LLB!
This is a great cover. You ALL have out done yourselves once again....... So impressive!!!!!!
Reminds me of being young, naive, and in love, back in the 80's. I remember this song well. Thanks for this... brought back memories. Can't wait for the next tune. Keep rockin'!
Man u took the words right outta my mouth, same here!
Oh wow.... Had to come back and listen again, since this song was mentioned in the interviews... Oh the harmonies!!! Puhleeze put this on the set list for September!!! Almost a MILLION views!!! So excited for Lexington, just found out a pickleball friend lives there now and she has the hookup... Gonna be a busy long weekend!!! LLB 10 YEARS STRONG.
Awesome, good job guys.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. Takes me back to 84.
For the 45 who hit the thumbs down, you truly don't know talent. Great performance guys.
You want to know how good this was? It wasn't off the hook, nor was it off the chain. It broke the damn chain and is running down the street!!!!!................
Wow...... Chicago were so different because of the prominence of the orchestral elements in their arrangements but you guys have not only paid homage to the original track, you have lifted it to a level that makes it a powerhouse of arrangement and combined vocals!!
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Another one I keep watching again and again,never get tried of it.
Nearly eleven in the evening in the UK. My girls are in bed. Headphones on, I've just discovered this fabulous band. My word, simply superb.
Up now. Girls are out. Headphones back on, still listening. I surpose I better get some work done. Oh, sod it. Lol.
The collaboration between these two…. Has got to make Peter Cetera, and Bill Champlain so darn proud.
They don’t make music like this anymore and I’m so glad talented musicians like these are keeping it alive. Not just playing the songs well, but absolutely slaying them. Their attention to detail baffles me. I hope one day I can see these guys live.
My God David Foster would proud.
DUDE!!!! Y’all NAILED THIS SONG!!! Just listen to the original Chicago song and I’m telling you, y’all LAID IT DOWN!!!
This version of Hard Habit to Break is way better than the present lineup of Chicago could ever hope to preform it
It’s beyond belief😂so beautiful and sounds perfect ❤
Well...I’m sat here in the NW of England, in a little town called BURNLEY, simply just soaking up the whole experience of listening to you guys...AGAIN....and I find myself thanking GOD for my ears
And wondering if listening to your stuff is becoming a bit of an addiction.... another great big Lancashire thank you from a 70 year old guy who can’t wait for more. Thank you all so much.
Stay safe and well. From - David.
Well done those people
Chicago's a tough go, excellent
This Gig ist Wonderful the singers and the Players .. great job Regarts from Germany😅
Damn! You talented geniuses rocked this.
You folks have gotten so good !!!
No fancy music no fancy sound effect no smoke effect just pure talent 😮😮
Just a killer band! They take original music and make it better!! WOW what talent. I'm a BIG fan!!
The guitarists all rock! Absolutely STUNNING! The CAMERA PERSON ROCKS ALSO! Stairway to Heaven is so perfect. She has such a great voice
Tight as hell folks!
Nailed Bill Champlin’s parts.
Benji had a tall task and IMO nailed it! •MV
@@LexingtonLabBand sweet! Bill really helped Chicago’s pop sound after Peter left.
@@ra4fun4me The real Chicago has pretty much disowned Bill Champlin. My opinion is that he saved Chicago. Chicago 17 is a great album. Maybe even a perfect album. This band does it justice. And I am a keyboard player and do this song myself.
@@rhsilverberg I totally agree. Bill’s voice is most recognizable to me. After Peter left, Bill and Jason were the two main voices.
The Peter Cetara like vocals were spot on. Great overall performance of the band. Thanks for for sharing the music of Chicago
This is what happens when God gives people musical talent - amazing 👏
Bravo gentleman and lady too!!
gooooooose BUMP!!!! DANG!!!!
I’m literally stuck on your channel! Amazing!!!Cheers!
Michael Vandermark, you are one heck of a musician, so much talent in one person is amazing! Is there any instrument that you CANNOT play? I am very much honored to hear your music. It gives me so much pleasure to enjoy music that is no longer heard on a regular basis. I hope you and your musicians can continue to make so may people happy by making your videos . I know it has in my instance. Good Luck in the future, you and your friends! Music brings people together!!!!!!!!
Ok so I want to know how many bands are calling and ask LLB to cover their songs??? Ohhh my goodness!! This version is superb!! Might be some of the best you’ve done!! This is a very complicated song, soooo darn good!!
LLB for ever
Chicago''s 1985 hit song/!
When I had learned many things for the university's exam., I had heard this song.
So far 7 miserable beings felt the need to thumbs down...Or they missed the the like button due to a medical condition. Benji Maurer... glad to call him friend and he’s nailing the tone! This is a masterpiece in every way by the whole band!
Fans of Leonid and Friends I'm sure.
@@scorch33 I would think so ! Steve,NJ,USA.
Benji stole the show. Ok, they're all great, but his voice was spot-on.
I am so addicted to this video. I watch it every day and at least 2-3 times in a row. Perfection in so many ways!!!!!
I'm addicted to this... Youre a hard habit to break 👏❤️
I'm crying ❤thank you
Calling them a cover band is such an understatement.
They are fabulous and the mix is awesome.
What a wonderful rendition of this song! Musicians are all fantastic! I especially love and appreciate Mike and Benji's singing voices! ❤❤❤
My word is this brilliant. Have seen Chicago live, but this is better
Goose bumps!
Seen Chicago 20+ times over the years… Bill Champlin a tough voice to cover but LLB nails it! Awesome!
FANTASTIC cover! When the Champlin vocals came in my jaw dropped 😲 Then the harmonies! Holy crap! Excellent job by everybody involved! Definitely being added to my favorites 👍🏻👍🏻
If possible, I want to hit "Like" button million times! This is more than fantastic! 👍 👍
me too
0:51 I hit the 'yes' button and turned round in my 20 buck fantastic furniture swivel chair as if I was an actually celebrity fak producer.. (I would love to join the Lab even as a back stage cleaner/inspector of strings and snacks) you guys are all actually way too good to be a 'covers band'..! covers bands rarely achieve this level of accuracy like The Lab do, I sincerely love/like everything you guys all do x
WHAT IS THIS?!?! FABULOUS!
Unbelievable! From the vocalists, to guitarists, horns, to the laid back cowboy drummer-f=+%#@# awesome!
The lead singer is a musical genius! You guys make me cry you're so talented.
They never cease to amaze me.
I like the 2 singer special. That’s Chicago through and through.
Nearly all of my favorite cruising, and chilling out songs. And true to the old school (original) of these songs.
This is my favorite Chicago song. Listening to this cover gave me chills! Fantastic job!
This is an amazing rendition of the song. I don't like the term cover for songs of this quality. Stellar job
We need a new word. Even "magic" falls short IMO.
I agree,,,as a 70's kid, covers were made by "ktel" and were terrible
These are works of art 😍
Tribute cover.
unbelievable! Peter Cetera is no easy voice to match!!The whole band was SPOT on
One word: WOW!!!!!
2nd time thru on this one. A+ effort. Loved it. Both voices were amazing. Peter Cetera is jealous. Look forward to more (horns = outstanding).
I haven't learned to live without the Lexington band your a hard habit to break.... pure class!
LLB IS A PURE TALENT❤
Huge Chicago fan here. Never liked this type of Chicago song, but you guys sold it to me.
So close to the original with Peter Cetera! Amazing pure vocal talents!
Damn....I can't give more than one thumbs up!