What makes A Decade of Steely Dan by Steely Dan notable?

'A Decade of Steely Dan' received critical acclaim and commercial success, showcasing hit tracks that contributed to Steely Dan's enduring legacy. The album reached No. 27 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidified their influence on both rock and jazz genres during a transformative period in music history. By the time 'A Decade of Steely Dan' was released in 1985, the band had already established themselves as pioneers of jazz-rock fusion with a string of successful albums. This compilation marks their return after a hiatus following the release of 'Gaucho' in 1980, encapsulating their evolution and impact over the previous decade while setting the stage for their later reunion albums.

Who is A Decade of Steely Dan for?

A Decade of Steely Dan works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and contemplative late-night vibes.

How many songs are on A Decade of Steely Dan?

A Decade of Steely Dan has 14 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

A Decade of Steely Dan

Steely Dan · 1985

68 min · 14 tracks · jazz · R&B

A polished blend of jazz, rock, and sophisticated lyrical storytelling that defines Steely Dan's unique sound.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
contemplative late-night vibes
layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'A Decade of Steely Dan' was released in 1985, the band had already established themselves as pioneers of jazz-rock fusion with a string of successful albums. This compilation marks their return after a hiatus following the release of 'Gaucho' in 1980, encapsulating their evolution and impact over the previous decade while setting the stage for their later reunion albums.
Stylistic neighbors: Chicago· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Hall & Oates

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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 FM 4:50
2 Black Friday 3:40
3 Babylon Sisters 5:50
4 Deacon Blues 7:34
5 Bodhisattva 5:19
6 Hey Nineteen 5:07
7 Do It Again 5:56
8 Peg 3:57
9 Rikki Don’t Lose That Number 4:32
10 Reeling In the Years 4:38
11 East St. Louis Toodle‐oo 2:49
12 Kid Charlemagne 4:39
13 My Old School 5:48
14 Bad Sneakers 3:18

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