I think this also explains in large part the change in Steely Dan's sound in the 70s/80s vs in the 90s/00s. The significance of perfection changes entirely when

I think this also explains in large part the change in Steely Dan's sound in the 70s/80s vs in the 90s/00s. The significance of perfection changes entirely when you can ctrl-z. Great case in point is "The Second Arrangement": https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/jun/26/the-most-important-cassette-on-the-planet-how-steely-dan-fans-uncovered-their-holy-grail https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/jun/26/the-most-impor...