STEELY DAN Aja (2023 limited edition 7-track LP, remastered by Bernie Grundman from an analogue non-EQ'd tape and pressed on 180-gram black vinyl. Their 1977 platinum-selling masterwork featuring the hit singles Deacon Blues, Peg, Josieand the elegant title cut. Gatefold picture sleeve with original cover artwork. The sleeve shows light wear with the vinylremaining Near Mint. Essential)#Top 500 Greatest Albums Of All TimeTRACKLISTING AND EXTRA INFORMATIONIf you were an audiophile in the late 1970s, you owned Aja. Rolling Stone, which ranks 1977's Aja at No. 63 on its latest 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list, says "this was Walter Becker and Donald Fagen's no-holds barred stab at becoming a huge mainstream jazz-pop success."And sure enough, thanks to sweet, slippery tracks like 'Deacon Blues,' and 'Peg,' this collegiate band with a name plucked from a William Burroughs novel and a songbook full of smart, cynical lyrics became bona fide superstars, shooting to the Top Five and selling platinum. And yes, Aja even won a Grammy for Best Engineeed Album."This landmark album in the band's career features a sophisticated, polished sound that reflects the band's meticulous attention to detail and the influence of jazz and fusion music.Fagan and Becker would assemble a revolving cast of almost 40 session musicians to play on the album, consisting of some of the all-time greats, including Joe Sample, Larry Carlton, Wayne Shorter, Steve Gadd, Lee Ritenour, Timothy B. Schmidt — it's a long list. It's a Who's Who of session superstars.The album name and its title track were inspired by a South Korean woman whom a high school friend's brother had married after serving in the army in her country. The chord progressions and melodies are so unique and so typically Steely Dan. The drum solo at the end of the title track by Steve Gadd is also astounding.The album's title track, "Aja," opens with a serene piano introduction before building into a complex, multi-layered arrangement that features intricate drum patterns, subtle guitar lines, and a soaring saxophone solo. Other standout tracks include "Deacon Blues," a melancholy ballad with introspective lyrics, and "Peg," a catchy tune with a funky groove and infectious chorus.Throughout the album, Steely Dan's lyrics explore themes of disillusionment, regret, and the quest for fulfillment. In "Black Cow," the opening track, the narrator laments the loss of a relationship, while in "Josie," the album's closing track, the band celebrates the freedom and excitement of a new love affair.The album's meticulous production values, including multiple layers of instrumentation and intricate vocal harmonies, showcase Steely Dan's commitment to sonic perfection.1. Black Cow2. Aja3. Deacon Blues4. Peg5. Home At Last6. I Got The News7. JosieArtist - Steely Dan (click link for complete listing)Title - Aja (click link for more of the same title)Year of Release - 2023Original Year of Release - 1977Format - vinyl LP album (LP record)Record Label - Geffen UMeCatalogue No - B0035028-01 (click link for more)Country of Origin - United States (USA)Language - Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description.Audiophile – This is an Audiophile item. Click link for similar itemsAdditional info - Picture SleeveBarcode - 602445359639Condition - This item is in Excellent condition or better (unless it says otherwise in the above description). We buy items as close to Mint condition as possible and many will be unplayed and as close to new as you could hope to find. Irrespective of the source, all of our collectables meet our strict grading and are 100% guaranteed. Click here for more info.RareVinyl.com Ref No - S-DLPAJ874278 Related Artists - Donald Fagen, Terence Boylan, The Big Wah-Koo, The Original Sound Track, The Quinaimes Band, Walter Becker.GENRES70s Rock.REFERENCEEmail - sales@rarevinyl.com to contact our sales team.RareVinyl.com Reference Number - S-DLPAJ874278 SELL TO USGot vinyl records, CDs or music memorabilia to sell? – Sell to us at our buying site https://vinyl-wanted.com