You’re the Inspiration – Leonid & Friends (Chicago cover)

В знак признательности одной из величайших групп на Земле!
Leonid Vorobyev – bass, transcript of the musical source, producing, mixing, mastering, video-montage
Igor Dzhavad-Zade – drums
Serge Tiagnyriadno (Kyiv, Ukraine) – lead vocal
Andrey Zyl – trumpet
Maxim Likhachev – trombone
Oleg Kudryavtcev – tenor sax
Ksenia Buzina – backing vocal
Danil Buranov - backing vocal
Sergey Kurmaev – Steinway piano
Konstantin Kovachev – guitar
Jacob Zakh – synthesizer
Strings – Caro-Bass Orchestra

Alexey Sedov and Kir Popov – video shooting

Special thanks to:
CineLab SoundMix Studio
Gigant Record
TGmade Studio

Леонид Воробьев – бас-гитара, расшифровка музыкального материала, продюсирование, микс, мастеринг, видео-монтаж
Игорь Джавад-заде – ударные
Сергей Тягнирядно (Киев, Украина) – вокал
Андрей Зыль – труба
Максим Лихачев – тромбон
Олег Кудрявцев – тенор саксофон
Сергей Курмаев – Стейнвей рояль
Ксения Бузина – бэк-вокал
Данил Буранов – бэк-вокал
Константин Ковачев – гитара
Яков Захваткин – синтезатор
Струнные – Каро-Басс Оркестр

Алексей Седов и Кирилл Попов – видеосъемка

Особая благодарность студиям
СинеЛаб СаундМикс
Гигант Рекорд
TGmade Studio

[aovint]

When you apply the preciseness of a philharmonic orchestra to a rock/pop song, you get perfection like this performance. Bravo.

[profdave]

There are no words to describe the incredible quality and “inspiration” in this reproduction of one of Chicago’s best songs. Vocals are absolutely dead on and the orchestration is rich, accurate, and full of character. Thank you to Leonid and all of the master musicians who contributed to bringing back to life one of the best bands ever!

[danieljonsson]

musicians and singers of this class make the world a better place!

[opcwgch]

This was the best Chicago covered version that I have never heard from anywhere else. Respect all of you and will be a big fan from now on.

[brianskeens]

As a young person born in the 60’s, growing up in the 70’s, I was taught by my government, news media, etc., not to trust the Russians. Watching these musicians, their love of music, American music at that, helps me understand these people are no different than me. I am filled with joy that they enjoy a part of my culture and I would be honored to go see them in concert and invite them for diner afterwards. Its time we push our politicians aside and love one another without prejudice. Deep appreciation to my Russian friends for making such beautiful music!

[feminjw]

Serge’s vocals just get better and better!

[LYNDONGOLDEN]

This is music full of true talent, care, and love. Real people, real instruments, real breathing.

[mike]

The painstaking lengths these guys do to put their own spin on classic Chicago songs without losing the soul of the original versions of the songs is just incredible. Well done.

[vincepalaa]

You out-did yourself on this one. This is absurdly good.

[rchw]

I seriously don’t think Chicago could re-create its own song to the same quality as these guys.

[joeyfesta]

In my 62 years of life, this is the first time I have ever seen and heard such a collaboration that sounds better than the originals.
All of you are to be highly commended for your performances, vocal and instrumental . You are all beautiful people. The most talented I have seen in many years please never give up, never stop singing and playing. All the best from Port St. Lucie Florida.

[richardagins]

Serge is an amazing vocalist whose ability to deliver English lyrics perfectly is to be greatly admired. Leonid is an inspired, passionate genius! This band is a colossus!

[paulfee]

My wife and I just got home from tonight’s Orlando concert of Leonid & Friends, and we were completely blown away by this talented and energetic group of inspiring musicians. Their performance was flawless and the entertainment value was off the charts. If you ever get the chance, treat yourself to a wonderful evening with these folks. You won’t be disappointed!

[willingtoimagiine]

OCT 27th 2023- Lifelong hardcore fan of Chicago, Sir Elton and the Eagles, lucky enough to discover Leonid and his lovable band of authentic musician, music-revering friends!!! What a treat to find a cover band that (arguably!) outperforms the original performer!!!

[mattymattel]

GOD BLESS THESE gifted people one and all. Keep them safe secure and protect them from the evil one..

[JRIJR]

When I saw the strings at the start of the video, I thought “This is going to be awesome.”

And it is! Harmonies, horns, vocals... so much awesomeness. Perfection.

[tomgrassia]

If there is a better collection of musicians and singers on this planet, show them to me. Bravo Maestro, Bravo Leonid And Friends. 👏👏👏

[TraceyPruitt]

Why did it take complete foreigners that dont even speak the language, to come across an entire ocean just to keep this music alive? Every Chicago fan alive should be pouring support down on these gifted souls.

[harbagstonehill]

This song can deliver the most inspirational message to people searching for the true meaning of a loving relationship.

[rockytopronnie]

My wife walked down the aisle on our wedding day to this song! One of my all time favorite songs!