Simply Dan are a UK Steely Dan tribute band, created by like-minded musicians who wanted to authentically present the kaleidoscopic sounds of Steely Dan.
The 11 piece band focus on producing the complex harmonies and intricate rhythms of Donald Fagen and his band. Founded in 2016 by Mark Roadnight (lead singer, guitar), Roger Evan (keys), Mark Claydon (drums) and featuring Darren Spicer (guitar) and David McLeod (bass), the players are all experienced world class musicians who have toured, gigged and written songs all over the world. Together, they have a penchant for playing Steely Dan covers, challenging themselves by staying faithful to the original recordings whilst also firmly putting their own stamp on the material.
Simply Dan use a 4 piece horn section to add to the already rich harmonies and sound. Along with two soulful backing vocalists, this Steely Dan tribute band aim to do justice to one of the world’s most interesting and challenging groups ever recorded. Selecting from the entire back catalogue of songs from the early days with Walter Becker through to later influences of Larry Carlton and Steve Gadd, Simply Dan aim to thrill you with an accurate and authentic rendition of their classics!
"I have to say how amazing you guys are. I've been a member of the Concorde Club for 40 years and you are the best band ever to perform there." (Beej. S. DM June 2025)
"Absolute quality musicians. Seeing them all perform up close is a privilege" (Broderick B. Facebook May 2024)
"Saturday night's show was incredible! First time of seeing you. Won't be the last !. Thank you for a fabulous evening" (Gill.T. Facebook April 2024)
"Great Night… Great vibe amongst the performers and astonishing playing and singing. Great setlist too…" (Geoff. R. Facebook Feb 2024)
"I've seen 3 Steely Dan tribute acts over the years, and Simply Dan are by far the best. Thank you for a fantastic performance." (Cliff W. Facebook Nov 2023)
"A fantastic band, have seem four or five times now - they never fail to deliver" (Eddie C. Facebook Nov 2023)
"Brilliant night - incredible musicians and singers" (Julie H. Facebook Feb 2023)
"Absolutely blown away by the band tonight at The Electric Theatre. Phenomenal musicianship by all" (Jes. K. Facebook Oct 2022)
"First time seeing you, and you didn't disappoint !!. So much talent on that stage !!. We will see you again. (Debbie S. Facebook Oct 22)
"I was at a great gig last night watching a Steely Dan tribute called SIMPLY DAN, they were amazing with such a tight brass section.." (Jane quoted on Bob Harris 'Sounds of the 70s' BBC Radio Two. Sept 2022)
"Absolutely Brilliant…I've loved Steely Dan for almost 50 years and these guys sound just like them." (Stuart S. Facebook Sept 2022)
"Blimmin eck these guys are good!" (Kelly M. Facebook Feb 2022)
"Seen Simply Dan 4 times now, absolutely top draw 🎼👌👋" (Stephen L. Facebook Sep 21)
"Great guitar voicings, a tight horn section, well executed vocals and some tasteful keyboards made the evening worth every penny. Definitely a class act!" (Simon W. Facebook Apr 2019)
"Great night watching Simply Dan at the Pizza Express in Maidstone last night. If you love Steely Dan then you can't help but love these guys & girls too. Brilliant!!" (Yoka Q. Facebook Oct 2018)
"Just saw this amazing band absolutely one of the best gigs I've attended, including The actual Steely Dan in 74...11 (count ,em) musicians and singers absolutely blown away smiles on and off stage thank you guys (and the 2 girls), you rocked!!!" (Steve F. Facebook May 2017)
The 11 piece band focus on producing the complex harmonies and intricate rhythms of Donald Fagen and his band. Founded in 2016 by Mark Roadnight (lead singer, guitar), Roger Evan (keys), Mark Claydon (drums) and featuring Darren Spicer (guitar) and David McLeod (bass), the players are all experienced world class musicians who have toured, gigged and written songs all over the world. Together, they have a penchant for playing Steely Dan covers, challenging themselves by staying faithful to the original recordings whilst also firmly putting their own stamp on the material.
Simply Dan use a 4 piece horn section to add to the already rich harmonies and sound. Along with two soulful backing vocalists, this Steely Dan tribute band aim to do justice to one of the world’s most interesting and challenging groups ever recorded. Selecting from the entire back catalogue of songs from the early days with Walter Becker through to later influences of Larry Carlton and Steve Gadd, Simply Dan aim to thrill you with an accurate and authentic rendition of their classics!
"I have to say how amazing you guys are. I've been a member of the Concorde Club for 40 years and you are the best band ever to perform there." (Beej. S. DM June 2025)
"Absolute quality musicians. Seeing them all perform up close is a privilege" (Broderick B. Facebook May 2024)
"Saturday night's show was incredible! First time of seeing you. Won't be the last !. Thank you for a fabulous evening" (Gill.T. Facebook April 2024)
"Great Night… Great vibe amongst the performers and astonishing playing and singing. Great setlist too…" (Geoff. R. Facebook Feb 2024)
"I've seen 3 Steely Dan tribute acts over the years, and Simply Dan are by far the best. Thank you for a fantastic performance." (Cliff W. Facebook Nov 2023)
"A fantastic band, have seem four or five times now - they never fail to deliver" (Eddie C. Facebook Nov 2023)
"Brilliant night - incredible musicians and singers" (Julie H. Facebook Feb 2023)
"Absolutely blown away by the band tonight at The Electric Theatre. Phenomenal musicianship by all" (Jes. K. Facebook Oct 2022)
"First time seeing you, and you didn't disappoint !!. So much talent on that stage !!. We will see you again. (Debbie S. Facebook Oct 22)
"I was at a great gig last night watching a Steely Dan tribute called SIMPLY DAN, they were amazing with such a tight brass section.." (Jane quoted on Bob Harris 'Sounds of the 70s' BBC Radio Two. Sept 2022)
"Absolutely Brilliant…I've loved Steely Dan for almost 50 years and these guys sound just like them." (Stuart S. Facebook Sept 2022)
"Blimmin eck these guys are good!" (Kelly M. Facebook Feb 2022)
"Seen Simply Dan 4 times now, absolutely top draw 🎼👌👋" (Stephen L. Facebook Sep 21)
"Great guitar voicings, a tight horn section, well executed vocals and some tasteful keyboards made the evening worth every penny. Definitely a class act!" (Simon W. Facebook Apr 2019)
"Great night watching Simply Dan at the Pizza Express in Maidstone last night. If you love Steely Dan then you can't help but love these guys & girls too. Brilliant!!" (Yoka Q. Facebook Oct 2018)
"Just saw this amazing band absolutely one of the best gigs I've attended, including The actual Steely Dan in 74...11 (count ,em) musicians and singers absolutely blown away smiles on and off stage thank you guys (and the 2 girls), you rocked!!!" (Steve F. Facebook May 2017)
GIG DATES 2025
Thur 23rd Jan 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Fri 24th Jan 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 25th Jan 2025 (two shows)
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 22nd Feb 2025
Dorking Halls. Dorking
Sat 1st March
(Private Event)
Sat 8th March 2025
Hazlitt Theatre. Maidstone. Kent
Sat 22nd March 2025 Now 25th July
Tavistock Wharf. Tavistock. Devon
Wed 26th March 2025
Boisdale. Canary Wharf.
Sat 5th Apr 2025
Trading Boundaries. Uckfield. East Sussex
Thur 24th Apr 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Fri 25th Apr 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 3rd May 2025
The Robin. Wolverhampton
Fri 16th May 2025
Beaverwood Club. Chislehurst. Kent
Sat 17th May 2025
Ropetackle Arts. Shoreham-by-Sea. West Sussex
Mon 16th June 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Tue 17th June 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Fri 20th June 2025
Hampton Hub. Hampton. TW12
Fri 27th June 2025
Concorde Club. Southampton
Fri 25th July 2025
Tavistock Wharf. Tavistock. Devon
Thur 31st July 2025
Boisdale. Canary Wharf
Sat 27th Sep 2025 - Two Shows
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sun 28th Sep 2025 - Two Shows
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 4th October 2025
Cryer Arts Centre. Carshalton. Surrey
Thur 16th October 2025
Beaverwood Club. Chislehurst. Kent
Sun 16th November 2025
Midhurst Jazz & Blues Festival. W Sussex
Sun 23rd November 2025
The Robin. Wolverhampton
Wed 26th November 2025
Cliffs Pavillion. Southend. Essex.
Mon 15th Dec 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Tue 16th Dec 2025
Pizza Express Holborn. London
GIG DATES 2026
Tue 3rd Feb 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Wed 4th Feb 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Fri 20th February 2026
Wokingham Music Club. RG41
Sat 14th March 2026
Hampton Hub. Hampton. TW12
Sat 4th April 2026
Dorking Halls. Dorking
Fri 8th May 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 9th May 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sun 10th May 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 23rd May 2026
Ropetackle Arts. Shoreham-by-Sea. W Sussex
Sat 6th June 2026
Hazlitt Theatre. Maidstone. Kent
Thur 16th July 2026
Beaverwood Club. Chislehurst. Kent
Tues 28th July 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Wed 29th July 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Thurs 30th July 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Fri 2nd October 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sat 3rd October 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Sun 4th October 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Tue 8th December 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
Wed 9th December 2026
Pizza Express Holborn. London
