The Story Behind: Steely Dan - Can't Buy a Thrill, Ep 133

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Steely Dan's core members circled each other for a few years before finally assembling the band in LA to make their debut album Can't Buy a Thrill. The fellows discuss the Rat Pro Co guitar tone, Becker bass flubs, and Chevy Chase.

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Intro music: When the Walls Fell by The Beverly Crushers

Outro music: After the Afterlife by MEGA

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