When you apply the preciseness of a philharmonic orchestra to a rock/pop song, you get perfection like this performance. Bravo.

The painstaking lengths these guys do to put their own spin on classic Chicago songs without losing the soul of the original versions of the songs is just incredible. Well done.

Why did it take complete foreigners that dont even speak the language, to come across an entire ocean just to keep this music alive? Every Chicago fan alive should be pouring support down on these gifted souls.

This was the best Chicago covered version that I have never heard from anywhere else. Respect all of you and will be a big fan from now on.

Serge’s vocals just get better and better!

There are no words to describe the incredible quality and “inspiration” in this reproduction of one of Chicago’s best songs. Vocals are absolutely dead on and the orchestration is rich, accurate, and full of character. Thank you to Leonid and all of the master musicians who contributed to bringing back to life one of the best bands ever!

Igor Zade is one of the best drummers I've heard in my 50 plus years of music.

In my 62 years of life, this is the first time I have ever seen and heard such a collaboration that sounds better than the originals. All of you are to be highly commended for your performances, vocal and instrumental . You are all beautiful people. The most talented I have seen in many years please never give up, never stop singing and playing. All the best from Port St. Lucie Florida.

As a young person born in the 60’s, growing up in the 70’s, I was taught by my government, news media, etc., not to trust the Russians. Watching these musicians, their love of music, American music at that, helps me understand these people are no different than me. I am filled with joy that they enjoy a part of my culture and I would be honored to go see them in concert and invite them for diner afterwards. Its time we push our politicians aside and love one another without prejudice. Deep appreciation to my Russian friends for making such beautiful music!

My wife walked down the aisle on our wedding day to this song! One of my all time favorite songs!

OCT 27th 2023- Lifelong hardcore fan of Chicago, Sir Elton and the Eagles, lucky enough to discover Leonid and his lovable band of authentic musician, music-revering friends!!! What a treat to find a cover band that (arguably!) outperforms the original performer!!!

If you get a chance to see Leonid and Friends perform live you won't be disappointed. They are excellent. ❤

My wife and I just got home from tonight’s Orlando concert of Leonid & Friends, and we were completely blown away by this talented and energetic group of inspiring musicians. Their performance was flawless and the entertainment value was off the charts. If you ever get the chance, treat yourself to a wonderful evening with these folks. You won’t be disappointed!

Serge is an amazing vocalist whose ability to deliver English lyrics perfectly is to be greatly admired. Leonid is an inspired, passionate genius! This band is a colossus!

This is music full of true talent, care, and love. Real people, real instruments, real breathing.

Balm for my ears. Let the peoples of different countries and cultures sing each other's songs. Let them take the best from each other in art, literature, and technology. People, don't let the money bags get us into a fight.

You out-did yourself on this one. This is absurdly good.

When "Chicago" released this song back in the day; it felt more like Peter Cetera and its producer, David Foster, than the group I grew to love. Thank you for putting the Chicago sound into this song as it should have been in the first place!

I seriously don’t think Chicago could re-create its own song to the same quality as these guys.

A pop ballad with actual depth and harmonic complexity. The world should not sleep on this song, and this cover is head and shoulders better than the original.

I did not like this era of Chicago's music. That said, this song was such a big hit it has always stuck with me. And, as usual, L&F's perform another one absolutely flawlessly.

When I saw the strings at the start of the video, I thought “This is going to be awesome.” And it is! Harmonies, horns, vocals... so much awesomeness. Perfection.

Serge Tiagnyriadno! 😍 Omg! 🎵👍 And Danil and Ksenia. ❣️👌🎵

A lot more than impressed. That lead singer probably had Pete Cetera looking twice, man!😄

If there is a better collection of musicians and singers on this planet, show them to me. Bravo Maestro, Bravo Leonid And Friends. 👏👏👏

This guy's intonation is stellar. Peter Cetera's legacy is safe!

This song can deliver the most inspirational message to people searching for the true meaning of a loving relationship.

Excelent group ❤❤❤❤ They love Chicago, they are the new Chicago and today and for the future, better than old Chicago. I love 💖😘 both❤❤❤❤ Excellent 🎵🎶 is timeless ❤❤❤❤

woke up to this this morning....great way to start a day with these amazing artists. Thanks from Canada

oh my this is world class. That brass adds another dimension. Back up singers on point, strings have feeling and aligned...wow wow wow

Ksenia Buzina is mesmerizing and takes my breath away, gorgeous! This band is amazing, every one of them!

It doesn't get any better than this. We have seen them live the last two years (2023-2024), and they do not disappoint. ( newbe fan)

Been Huge fan of Chicago the Band since 1970, but gotta say this is the Best rendition of this song ever; and far far outstrips the original; this is a grand slam hit here. Thanks for doing this.

As a pro drummer for over 40 years, and a HUGE Chicago fan, let me sum it up like this.......You just plain nailed it!!!!!!!!!! Respect from Fla.

GOD BLESS THESE gifted people one and all. Keep them safe secure and protect them from the evil one..

You don’t realize how much Peter Ceteras voice is just as important as any other instrument til someone else covers his songs. Well Done

The orchestration, musicians and vocals are phenomenal! I cannot get over the fact English is not your native tongue, yet the intonation while singing is spot on...amazing. I enjoy your work enormously!

Got my tickets to their October concert in Clearwater Fl-can’t wait to experience this incredible band live for the first time!!!

This is without a doubt the best this song has ever been played or sung. It is flawlessly performed from every element. I am absolutely blown away. Outrageously great musicianship. The vocals, lead, backing and harmonies are incredible. I'm just left shaking my head. I don't want to leave out how magnificent the sound engineering is. The production quality is off the charts.

I made a post on this a few weeks ago and somethin I forgot to say was that I really noticed how every musician in that room is having a BLAST doin this. I love that they love it.

The backing vocals are unbelievable... I mean everything is incredibly close to the original. But the high harmonies blow this out of the water.

I'll say It over and over. Since the first video watched on KZfaq, and the first time watching them live at the 210 Club in Chicago. These guys are very, very special!! The fantastic vocals, perfection note by note musically and seeing the joy they show performing some of the best music ever made. Leonid's ability to dissect every nuance of these songs while adding his own touch without disturbing the pure sounds of the original. This hasn't been an easy time for them, or anyone. Please help them keep playing and performing if you can!! The live concert venues and most of the performers have been especially devastated by this sad time in world history..🙏🙏✌️❤️

That guitar parts on the outro is out of this world! 🙌🏼 Fantastic!

No to war. Let the world unite through music.

Great way to start the day here in the USA. Do more 80’s Chicago covers

This surpassed anything I could have imagined. The added strings along with the horns gave this an extra layer the original version just didn’t have.

This ensemble is the best combination of talent from all your videos. Serge has an amazing voice and I could listen to Konstantin for hours. But honestly the entire ensemble is essential to this masterpiece of a cover. All the Chicago covers are just spot on.

Serge is the Inspiration. I hope he's holding strong in the war he's fighting in. God please keep him safe...and bless him along with all the other members of Leonid & Friends...Amen. It's uncanny how well you guys interpret and recreate the amazing sounds of one of the best bands in the history of music...Chicago. I'm sure each and every fan that has had the pleasure of hearing you would consider you guys a gift to the world.

Leonid & Friends: you’re the inspiration

I think it's high time that Chicago was applauded for giving L & F the material to excel like they do! Thank-you Chicago, thank-you L & F!

Hawaii in November! Can’t wait! Храни Бог🤙🙏👍

Another great Chicago cover. I’ve listened the original first and then this beautiful cover. There is a difference. This sounds more vivid, woke and vitalisizing. I can here you enjoy what you’re doing and I missed that in the original.

Those harmonies bring tears to my eyes! Astounding! Sergey knows his stuff - but where is my hero, Vlad Senchillo? Please don't lose Igor!

King of kings! Masterpiece of Masterpieces! Great of the greatest!....ran out of words, there!

Turning human energy into JOY. Bravo.

Into the Cetera era, I see. And I guess just like Chicago (and many other bands), members move on. I must admit there’s a bit of sadness to not see the original members, but the group remains tight. And I see some familiar faces in the orchestra which was a nice thing too. Thanks for providing more excellent music.

WOW! Another fabulous video! Im so amazed not just at the level of talent but the sheer joy one can see in each and every musicians face. I love seeing the orchestra assembled in one room as well. Truly a dynamic performance.

Es reconfortante saber que la buena música nunca se pierde. ¡Gracias a estas nuevas generaciones de músicos que mantienen el sueño de una de las mejores décadas del siglo pasado!

I've said it before and I'll say it again... the smiles on their faces show how much they love what they are recreating... I feel the love of the music in every cover they do... and Leonid's masterful additions to the composition only make it better... Kudos!!!!

Leonid, the most outrageous thing is the ability to bring such great artists together

Flawless, perfect in every way. Peter Cetera and the original Chicago would be envious of this rendition. Wow, you guys are really good! Bravo Leonid and Friends 👍

Just look how much fun they are having. I love each and everyone of you for what you are sharing of yourselves with the world. Peace be with you.

Great version of this song! The guitar solo at the end is absolutely phenomenal!

It’s good to see the new members of the group blending in seamlessly, every one was perfect. What an amazing arrangement.

I thought I should finally leave a comment considering I keep coming back to this video and watching it again and again. I have always loved Chicago. I've bought LP's, 8-tracks, cassettes, and CD's of their music but I honestly think you guys do a better job. It's breath-taking actually. Until I found you guys, I had never heard a band do cover songs better than the originals. Love you guys. Keep it up!!

My wife and I saw Leonid & Friends in a recent concert. I was absolutely astonished at their amazing musical talent. The do Chicago better than Chicago, if that is even possible. Further, they make it so much fun to see them....dancing in the aisle. Marvelous talent. God bless these guys. (I am begging them to do a gig in Las Vegas. If you loved Chicago or Earth Wind & Fire, you will absolutely not be sorry you saw them. Best concert I have ever been to.

That’s the first time I’ve see Constantin on guitar, that guy is a monster!!!! True perfection from all as usual!👏

Ksenia is so beautiful it hurts.

Thoughts and prayers and love from your American fans to you and yours during this heartbreaking time. Please stay safe.

What for a hot Guitar Solo !!!!!

Gee thanks Sergey! Make us love you and leave us just as Pete did! I am 62 and have been a Chicago fan for 50 of those years! I can't go through this again! I was a broken man taking care of my elderly mother but then all of you came to me and filled me with joy. I'm calling on you Robert Lamm to reach out to Leonid and bring all of you into the band so this wonderful music can reach everyone for the next 50. C'mon Robert, James and Lee. You can make it happen.......................................

Awesome arrangement. You included the horn section that the original failed to do. Now it's sounds more like Chicago!

Im a filipino and i enjoy hearing n seeing such collaboration of musicians to produce crystal crisp of music i love it

Praying for peace in the world so you guys can tour next month. Most important thing is that everyone is safe.

Ksenia is beautiful, and Serge has a beautiful voice. Spectacular cover

I was in high school when Terry Kath passed away. Peter Cetera's voice became the sound of the band and Chicago was no longer a "rock band with horns" - they were an easy listening band with power ballads. I love what Serge brings to the band and he's an amazing talent. I'm also going to deeply miss Sergey's contribution.

You can tell they have a deep love and respect for the music they cover. What a great group to discover!

Насколько я люблю Питера Сетеру, но вокалист меня просто поразил своим великолепным голосом! Браво!!! Вы все ребята молодцы!!!

Serious musicians playing rock and roll of the 70s. Greetings from West Java, Indonesia ❤

It needed only the first few notes, and I already had a big smile on my face on this grey and rainy day. Thanks a lot and Greetings from Germany!

Awesome cover and holy shit, this guitar solo 😍😍😍😍

Your music reminds me of my younger days. What I appreciate is thereare no tanks, armored cars and soldiers. Only Leonid and his team of Ukrainians snd Russians playing beautiful music of my time. The men gave excellent voices and the women are all beautiful. I am a 74 year old man from the Philippines. Love you all guys. Keep on playing the universal sound of Peace, MUSIC!

You’re all my inspiration Leonid and friends. Thanks for your music that brings the good memories back. Regards from Brasil.

Another great cover by Leonid & Friends, a nice way to help celebrate my 65th birthday today, 5/22/21!

Very beautiful rendition of this immortal song from Peter Cetera... Regards to the lady vocalist. She is so beautiful too.😘 Kudos to all of you!

If king David rejoiced the heart of the Lord with ancient musical instruments I wonder how this amazing band would make him feel.....I just WONDER!!!

Besides all the vocals being spot-on in-tune, and there are just no errors in the production, I love how most of the players are smiling, and appear to be having a genuinely good time. A lot of bands make goofy faces like they are in pain. I'm glad Leonid & Friends are not like that. Fantastic! It makes *me* smile!

Сергей -вокал это что то !Барабаны Игорь-белиссимо! и Леониду большое Спасибо за гигантский труд!

You know our love was meant to be The kind of love to last forever And I want you here with me From tonight until the end of time You should know Everywhere I go Always on my mind In my heart In my soul Baby You're the meaning in my life You're the inspiration You bring feeling to my life You're the inspiration Wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying "No one needs you more than I need you" And I know (And I know) Yes I know that it's plain to see So in love when we're together Now I know (Now I know) That I need you here with me From tonight until the end of time You should know (Yes, you need to know ) Everywhere I go You're always on my mind You're in my heart In my soul You're the meaning in my life You're the inspiration You bring feeling to my life You're the inspiration Wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying "No one needs you more than I need you" (No one needs you more than I) Wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying "No one needs you more than I need you" (No one needs you more) You're the meaning in my life You're the inspiration You bring feeling to my life You're the inspiration When you love somebody 'Til the end of time When you love somebody Always on my mind / No one needs you more than I When you love somebody 'Til the end of time When you love somebody Always on my mind / No on needs you more than I

Our deepest prayers for the people of Ukraine. Stay safe. I believe the world is behind you.

Leonid, I certainly hope that Sergey hasn’t left the group. He brings a lot of personality and musicianship to the performance. Hopefully he is back soon. He would have had a lot of fun with the guitar part.

Leonid and Friends is certainly one of the finest rock, pop groups in the world today. Just absolutely superb, clean playing and vocals!

Better than the original. Leonid and friends are a great gift for our ears, hearts and souls. God blessed you with talent, glory to HIM

What the genius Leonid Vorobyev has put together here in terms of musicians and singers is absolutely amazing and is unparalleled anywhere in the world! What sensational musicians and singers they are and what great sound engineers and producers! Each and every one of them is a gift to the world.... I bow to all of them ❤

There would be no point in bringing all these talented musicians together if Serge’s vocals weren’t so impressive. Great job by all, again.

When you see the performers smile, you know they are having a good time and they are also loving the song. Great cover, big fan of this group!

Serge!!!

Been a musician for 40+ years, and I might have said this about 4 or 5 covers: I like it better than the original, and I LOVE the original.

Killer guitar solo at the end!

Another fantastic performance guys! Everything is just spot on and the addition of the orchestra is amazing! Still miss Sergey, though.