The Old-World Twist to “Babylon Sisters”
Back in the day, Tin Pan Alley songwriters wrote introductory “verses” that were nothing like the song that followed. Steely Dan modernized this old-world technique on “Babylon Sisters.” See how.
The Radio Edit Hall of Shame
Time constraints or not, some radio edits to classic rock and pop songs just feel wrong. Here is a list of some of the worst.
Steely Dan’s Damsel: Linda Hoover, Almost Star
An aspiring singer from New Jersey got a boost by the future members of Steely Dan. Then her album got shelved. Until now.
Countdown to Ecstasy Indeed: Steely Dan’s Studio Albums
Steely Dan expert Anthony Robustelli has nice things to say (and unique insights) about all their studio albums but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have his personal preferences.
