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Dennis Dias (born December 12, 1946) is an American guitarist, best known for being a founding member of Steely Dan . Career. Dias was working with his own band out of his garage in Hicksville, New York, when he placed an ad in The Village Voice [1] in the summer of 1970 that read: "Looking for keyboardist and bassist. Must have jazz chops!
Feb 2, 2022 · Denny Dias was one of the original two permanent guitar players in Steely Dan, along with Jeff 'Skunk' Baxter. He brought his jazz roots to the band's songs, such as 'Bodhisattva', where he plays a fluid and dynamic solo.
Early in 1972, the original Steely Dan group - guitarist Denny Dias, guitarist Jeff Baxter, drummer Jim Hodder, and with Donald and Walter on keyboards and bass respectively - started rehearsing in an unfinished wing of the ABC building.
Oct 19, 2015 · Denny Dias, who answered an ad in 1970 and helped form Steely Dan, played guitar with the band for their final show of 2015 at the Beacon Theatre in New York. Watch video of his performances on eight classic songs, including \"Bodhisattva,\" \"Peg\" and \"Reelin' In The Years.\"
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Jul 1, 2023 · Denny Dias played guitar on Steely Dan's second album, Countdown To Ecstasy, which featured more jazz and blues influences and live performances. His solo on \"Bodhisattva\" showcases his fluid and thrilling style, while the album also includes songs like \"Show Biz Kids\" and \"My Old School\".