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Drummer Forgot He Played Iconic 'Aja' Solo
4 Jun
Summary
- Steve Gadd improvised his legendary 'Aja' drum solo in just two takes.
- Producer revealed Gadd forgot he played drums on the hit Steely Dan song.
- 'Aja' drum solo by Steve Gadd is listed among the greatest of all time.
Steve Gadd, a highly acclaimed studio drummer, delivered a drum solo on Steely Dan's 'Aja' that is now considered one of the greatest of all time. This performance, recorded in only two takes, was entirely improvised after the band encouraged Gadd to 'play like hell.' The solo's brilliance was so profound that it cemented Gadd's reputation as a top-tier musician.
In a surprising turn of events, producer Gary Katz revealed that months after the recording, Gadd had no memory of playing on the track. When played 'Aja' again, Gadd inquired about the drummer, only to be told by Katz that it was him. This amusing realization led to Gadd exclaiming his surprise and earning a hearty laugh from the production team.
