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Russians display outstanding musicianship

I've become a huge fan of the Russian cover band Leonid and Friends. I don't mean to ruffle any feathers but I was never much of a Chicago fan. . . until I started listening to this ensemble's killer note-for-note versions, that is. They cover a few other artists as well... Ides of March, Chaka Khan, Earth, Wind and Fire, Steely Dan, for example. The level of musicianship is world-class, both in terms of technique and in terms of bringing each song to life. 

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_torOTK5qc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHRt_EtbzdY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX8g_JEJol8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLAUyc64thU

 

 

 

 

stuartk

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stuartk OP
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Glad to know you enjoy them, mahgister.

They've done several US tours. I don't know if they can help bring the American and Russian populations closer together but I very much hope so. From what I've read, they've been received very enthusiastically, here. 

stuartk OP
2,387 posts
 

@tomcy6 

"The problem isn't between the Russian and American populations, it's the governments"

I agree. 

And yet I can't help but wonder whether the lack of interest shown in this thread is directly attributable to the fact I opted to include the nationality. If I'd said "Check out this great Chicago Cover band" , I suspect I'd have attracted more participation.   Strategic blunder on my part! 

stuartk OP
2,387 posts
 

@tomcy6 

You may well be right. I was just guessing ;o)

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