Fagen's third solo album, "Sunken Condos," revisits the intricate arrangements and wry observations characteristic of his work with Steely Dan, featuring a mix of new material and covers. The album showcases his distinctive vocal style and keyboard prowess, further cementing his reputation as a master of jazz-inflected pop.
- "Sunken Condos" was recorded in various studios, including Fagen's own facility in the Hudson Valley, New York, and Chicago's Loft studio. The album features guest appearances from his Steely Dan bandmate Walter Becker on guitar, as well as notable musicians like Jon Herington and Michael Leonhart. It reached number 56 on the Billboard 200 chart upon its release.
- The album includes covers of standards like "I'm not the same girl" by Motown artist Martha Reeves & The Vandellas and "My Old School" by funk band The Parliament. Fagen described the album's title as a "throwaway joke" that stuck, referencing his youthful experiences in Florida.
- In a 2012 interview, Fagen stated that he did not intend to tour in support of "Sunken Condos," preferring to focus on recording. He also mentioned that he was working on new material with Walter Becker, which would eventually become the basis for Steely Dan's final studio album, "The Royal Scam."
Donald Fagen is a founding member of Steely Dan, a band renowned for its meticulous production and sophisticated blend of jazz, rock, and R&B. "Sunken Condos" arrived late in his solo career, long after Steely Dan's initial run and subsequent reunion albums.
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