01 Jan 1988
Art Blakey: The Jazz Messenger
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Steely Dan has not had a new studio album in twenty years--"Two Against Nature" was worth the wait! This concert, recorded live in New York at the Sony Studios, contains new songs as well as classic hits from the minds of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. Together, they deliver a unique music experience that is truly unforgettable. Songs: Green Earrings, Cousin Dupree, Bad Sneakers, Janie Runaway, Josie, FM, Gaslighting Abbie, Black Friday, Babylon Sisters, Kid Charlemagne, Jack of Speed, Peg, What a Shame About Me, Pretzel Logic.
Top Billed Cast
Walter Becker Lead Guitar
Donald Fagen Lead Vocals
Ted Baker Piano
Tom Barney Bass
Jon Herington Guitar
Chris Potter Saxophone (2)
Cornelius Bumpus Saxophone (1)
Carolyn Leonhart Backing Vocals (1)
Cynthia Calhoun Backing Vocals (2)
Victoria Cave Backing Vocals (3)
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