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How Steely Dan's 'FM (No Static at All)' became a Grammy-winning radio hit

In 1978, Steely Dan's Donald Fagen was asked to develop a rock track for an upcoming comedy-drama directed by John A. Alonzo. Based on the film's storyline, Steely Dan released "FM (No Static at All)" ...
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The Meaning Behind “FM (No Static at All),” a Song Where Steely Dan Mocked the Airwaves that Helped Make Them

Steely Dan’s smooth grooves often helped to mask acerbic lyrical sentiments. In the case of their 1978 single “FM (No Static at All),” they managed to take some subtle jabs at the radio format that ...