Steely Dan - Countdown to Ecstasy - Vinyl Record 180g
After the surprise success of Can't Buy A Thrill, Walter Becker and Donald Fagen made their second album, Countdown To Ecstasy, sound like the work of a real touring rock band. Released in 1973 and produced by Gary Katz, it is one of the most guitar-driven records in the Steely Dan catalogue, yet it is packed with the jazz harmony and wry, literate lyrics that would define them.
"Bodhisattva" opens with a blazing boogie, "Show Biz Kids" grooves on a hypnotic vamp, and "My Old School" remains one of their most beloved songs, with horns and guitars firing on all cylinders. Deeper in, "Razor Boy" glides on vibraphone, "Your Gold Teeth" nods to hard bop, "Pearl Of The Quarter" brings a touch of country, and "King Of The World" closes on an ominous note.
This Geffen and UMe reissue was remastered by Bernie Grundman and pressed on 180-gram vinyl, with a printed inner sleeve carrying lyrics and song notes. A rich listen for fans of 1970s rock and jazz alike.
Side A
1. Bodhisattva
2. Razor Boy
3. The Boston Rag
4. Your Gold Teeth
Side B
1. Show Biz Kids
2. My Old School
3. Pearl Of The Quarter
4. King Of The World
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Steely Dan - Countdown to Ecstasy - Vinyl Record 180g
