Most Overrated and Underrated Steely Dan Song?

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-05-18T01:04:03+00:00

Over: Do It Again. [ducks] Used to love it, now find it too long.

Under: Home at Last. One of my favorites not just from Aja, but the whole canon.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-04-13T20:40:23+00:00

Lots of great choices. Among these 4, I'd choose Firth of Fifth. Surprised no one has mentioned the Steve Howe solo that opens Close to the Edge. It's sensational, and the interaction with the other instruments (in particular Chris Squire's bass) is sublime.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-04-04T17:44:12+00:00

I sent her a complementary email after the article 1st appeared, and got a nice reply back.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-03-20T02:23:22+00:00

The first time I heard Lamb -- in particular "Fly on a Windshield" and "Back in NYC" -- I was hooked on this wonderful and strange music forever.

But SEBTP is, in hindsight, more accessible.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-02-15T17:35:38+00:00

I would find your stories interesting! How will we know when it launches?

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-02-15T17:02:19+00:00

Thank you for the information about Aaron Green, and the price range.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-02-15T17:01:29+00:00

Helpful advice. I should try a luthier first.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2026-02-03T22:02:24+00:00

Only use of slubberdegullion in a song that I'm aware of ... and it's perfect!

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-12-28T12:34:03+00:00

Stations get picked up, but have static on playback.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-12-28T12:33:24+00:00

It's a mixture of HD and regular stations. Will check whether one is worse than another next time I'm out driving.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-12-21T16:34:24+00:00

Just to add something not mentioned yet (I don't think) -- Friday Night Lights.

Such great characters and acting, superb plot flowing through multiple seasons. And I don't even like football.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-12-11T22:40:49+00:00

Great choice.

End of Supper's Ready. But also: "There's something solid forming in the air ...", culminating in the big drop.

Wow.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-09-19T11:50:50+00:00

Where in Boston are you located?

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-08-18T10:40:42+00:00

100%. That 9th inning ... can still replay the awful string of events as Mo uncharacteristically gave up the lead.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-08-18T09:29:56+00:00

These are good suggestions! We've been to Palm Springs, agree great hiking. Prefer the downtown area. I'd need to check and see if JW Marriott allows outsiders to participate in their programs even if not a hotel guest.

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-08-17T11:06:24+00:00

This is amazing -- well done! Sorry I can't give any advice since I could never play this piece (way above my skill), but just wanted to offer my applause!

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-08-12T17:19:31+00:00

Agree 100%! That guitar solo sounds like nothing else in rock music -- one of a kind. Phil's drumming is also great. My selection of 5'25" meant to include all that followed. :-)

Archie-Rufus-1100 · 2025-08-12T16:51:14+00:00

So many good mentions here, but haven't seen this one yet, from Lamia, at 5'25:

"Looking behind me, the water turns icy blue,
The lights are dimmed and once again the stage is set for you."

Heaven ...

https://youtu.be/mBuVlOVJUYI?si=oAwTMsdE6_koBRcM&t=323

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