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.
A Tale of Two Bands: Steely Dan’s “The Royal Scam”
The “sound” of Steely Dan is one that we think we know well. But in their early career, it was evolving. “The Royal Scam” was the bridge.
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.
How a Supermodel Saved Steely Dan
Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen and Walter Becker hadn’t worked together in years – and had no plans to do so until model-turned-singer Rosie Vela entered their world and sparked a new era of creativity.
The Right Wine for … Steely Dan’s “Gaucho”
“The Cuervo Gold/The fine Columbian/Make tonight a wonderful thing.” Have lyrics ever evoked a time and place more perfectly? While the Cuervo and Columbian are natural pairings from Steely Dan’s “Gaucho,” we’d like to suggest yet another in this episode of “Wine & Vinyl.”