Sealed 2022 2LP 45rpm Remastered Reissue From Analogue Productions For Their UHQR Series. Countdown To Ecstasy Is The Second Studio Album By American Rock Band Steely Dan, Released On July 25, 1973. The Album Was Produced By Gary Katz And Recorded At Village Recorder In West Los Angeles With Walter Becker And Donald Fagen, The Core Members Of The Band, Playing Most Of The Instruments And Providing Vocals.

The Album Was Not Initially A Commercial Success, But Over Time It Has Become A Cult Favorite Among Fans And Critics Alike. The Album Features Some Of Steely Dan's Most Iconic Songs, Including "Bodhisattva," "My Old School," And "Show Biz Kids."

The Band Faced Several Challenges During The Recording Of The Album, Including A Lack Of Support From Their Record Label And A Difficult Recording Process. However, They Persevered And The Album Has Since Been Recognized As A Classic Example Of The Band's Unique Sound, Combining Elements Of Rock, Jazz, And Pop.

The Album Was Eventually Certified Gold By The RIAA And Has Been Included On Numerous "Best Albums Of All Time" Lists. It Remains A Beloved And Influential Album In The History Of Rock Music.