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The Nightfly is the debut solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Donald Fagen. Produced by Gary Katz, it was released October 1, 1982, by Warner Bros. Records. Fagen is best known for his work in the group Steely Dan, with whom he enjoyed a successful career since the 1970s.
Jan 18, 2016 · Although The Nightfly includes a number of production staff and musicians who had played on Steely Dan records, it is Fagen’s first release without longtime collaborator Walter Becker.
Dec 19, 2007 · The line-up includes bassists Anthony Jackson, Abraham Laboriel and Marcus Miller, drummer Jeff Porcaro, a horn section featuring trumpeter Randy Brecker and saxophonist Michael Brecker, and guitarists Larry Carlton and Steve Khan.
Randal Edward Brecker (born November 27, 1945) is an American trumpeter, [1] flugelhornist, and composer. His versatility has made him a popular studio musician who has recorded with acts in jazz, rock, and R&B .
Apr 28, 2021 · Randy Brecker, Dave Tofani, Michael Brecker, Ronnie Cuber, and Dave Bargeron provide the track with its signature horn riff, while Fagen’s Prophet-5 synth line, meant to mimic a blues harp, weaves between their horns.
Dec 15, 2009 · The Nightfly straddles these two styles remarkably well: “New Frontier” and “I.G.Y. (International Geophysical Year)” take a comic look back at a forward-thinking time, while “Walk Between Raindrops” is a fine re-creation of American optimism.
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The Nightfly, an Album by Donald Fagen. Released 29 October 1982 on Warner Bros. (catalog no. 9 23696-1; Vinyl LP). Genres: Sophisti-Pop, Jazz Pop. Rated #61 in the best albums of 1982, and #4854 of all time album..
