Steely Dan - Pretzel Logic (UHQR) / 45RPM 2LP Analogue Productions

Steely Dan's third studio album, "Pretzel Logic" contained the biggest pop hit of their career, "Rikki Don't Lose That Number," and put the band back on the radio. Becker and Fagen invited prominent

Los Angeles musicians into the studio for the recordings, but then only had them record occasional overdubs. Drummer Jim Hodder got a role as a background singer and was replaced on his instrument

by Jim Gordon and Jeff Porcaro.The songs on "Pretzel Logic" are shorter than on its predecessor, "Countdown to Ecstasy." Steely Dan considered this the band's attempt to make complete musical statements

within the three-minute pop song format. Content-wise, it's all about nostalgia, lost love, and floundering in creative processes. One of the distinguishing features of "Pretzel Logic" is the use of unusual chord

progressions and unexpected musical twists. The whole album's intricate arrangements showcase the band's musical prowess.The reissue of the album as an Ultra High Quality Record with 45 rpm, pressed

on transparent 200 gram vinyl, is produced with attention to detail. The LP was mastered by audio engineering legend Bernie Grundman. The release is limited to 20,000 numbered copies.

Title

1. Rikki Don't Lose That Number

2. Night By Night

3. Any Major Dude Will Tell You

4. Barrytown

5. East St. Louis Toodle-Oo

6. Parker's Band

7. Through With Buzz

8. Pretzel Logic

9. With A Gun

10. Charlie Freak

11. Monkey In Your Soul