Being born in 1957, and still listening to the music today, I'm convinced that the best music was from mid '60's to '80. Can't beat '70's rock and R&B. Seriously.💜😎✌️👍💃💜
are - Now 77, it seems to me that I lived thru some ox the most amazing music back then. I try to not do the old guy thing. My dad told me that "Bobby Dylan and those Rolling Stones would never last because their music just wasn't good."
OK, so I’m a 74 year old woman sitting at my sewing machine making a quilt and my head is banging to the music ! I’m having a blast thank you. Yes we’ve got the best music ever and I love watching you appreciate it and enjoy it!
Isn't it funny how we can say we're in our 70's, but as soon as we hear Chicago, Three Dog Night or other music from our teens, we feel like we're right back there!! 🥰 We were so lucky!!!
Hello from California I’m a 68 years old woman and this is just one of the bands we grew up listening to. Am so glad I grew up during this era of great music ❤
Chicago was an incredibly tight band. Listening to them as a kid I was in awe that they must have practiced thousands of hours to be that tight. To record from “I’m a Man” to Saturday in the Park” and this song, well, incredible. 68 yo also.
This band really is freakin' awesome! I grew up listening to them in high school. So many, many great Chicago songs. It's really nice to know you are bringing them into the present. Thank you.
For sure. I’d throw in SRV Texas Flood at the Macambo, Arthur Lee of 10 Years After doing I’m Going Home at Woodstock, Hendrix at Monterey…who’d be a 5th?
the only "solo" was the first 10 - 15 seconds before the bass kicks in while they putting wing nut on symbol. The rest of the song the bass, drums, and organ are kickin' it with the guitar. It's called playing 'lead'.
Terry is a savage on the guitar. Seen them twice and both times nobody sits everyone is up dancing with each other. Everyone walks out happy and loving everyone!
Arguably one of the best live lead riffs ever. Joe Walsh once commented that he had no idea how Terry Kath got that kind of sound out of his guitar/equipment. Gone too young...
After Terry died young, the band was never the same and oddly enough, they never replaced him. It still was a great horns band but more or less Another Saturday in the Park band.
A music journalist once asked Jimi Hendrix what it was like to be the best guitar player in the world and he replied.I don't know you should go ask Terry Kath
@@Jordan-h7x1u nope, but that isn't really relevant. The guy said it was one of the greatest live leads of all time and I don't agree. There's all kinds of live leads that are better.
This was 50-60 years ago. Each generation has their own music. This stuff was great. We wish our kids could appreciate it as much as we do. I'm happy that you have discovered it for yourself.
I saw Chicago Transit Authority as the opener for Hendrix in 1969. We had no idea who they were but they blew our socks off! Bought their first album the next day.
@@joonzville I'm A Man, live at Tanglewood is so much fun. There was no parts for the horns so they all picked up percussion instruments. The trombone player, James Pankow, was dancing all over the stage, just having a blast. I got to see them 3 times with Terry Kath and most recently in 2016 with Earth, Wind & Fire. They're still touring together so if you get the chance, go see them.
Our high school band was invited to march in a parade in Chicago. We were able to stay a couple of extra days to go to the museum and attend a huge concert in the park for their 4th of July celebration. We actually got to see Chicago (the band) play several of their hits. Our band director inspired so many children to join and continue band because he chose to invest in the current music for us to play. Even the visiting teams loved when our pep band played 25 or 6 to 4. Our trumpet section blew everyone's socks off. I'm thrilled that you enjoyed the music that I still love listening to!
Just a bit of information about the band and especially regarding Terry Kath. He couldn't read music and wasn't interested in learning how to. Terry is an AWESOME GUITARIST 🎸! Jimmy Hendrix loved his guitar playing and they were supposed to get together for a jamming session. Sadly, Terry passed away from an accidental gun shot to his head and they never got to jam together. I ❤️ love Chicago and saw them in concert at about 18 years old. We had 4th row center seats which was so exciting! Sadly, the music was sooo loud being so close and my ears were killing me. Big bummer 😕!!! Still, I absolutely love them. I enjoyed your podcast and hope to catch you again 😀. I have been watching 👀 many different podcasts where they too are watching songs from my era. I'm loving these wonderful reactions to the great music I grew up with. Thanks for the entertainment, I really enjoyed you!
The one and only Terry Kath on the guitar. The band was FAR better when he was still with the band. He's a phenomenal guitarist. And a great singer as well. He sings lead on Make Me Smile, Color My World, I'm a Man.
Yeah yeah yeah! Dude you are quickly becoming my favorite reactionary of all! We who lived this era STILL LOVE THESW BANDS. and I appreciate your appreciation of great music.
Peter Cetera (bass), Terry Kath (Guitar), and Robert Lamm (Keyboards) were ALL lead singers for Chicago during their glory days. Each had a unique sound, which may be why their harmonies were so good. For example, check out the song "Beginnings' which Lamm sings or "Color My World" or "Make Me Smile" which Kath performs lead. Maybe even "Saturday in the Park" in which both Lamm and Cetera perform lead vocals.
I found your channel by accident. I have stayed up most of the night watching your reaction to the music that I grew up listening to. I just love your reactions! All this music has been a such a fixture in the fabric of my life I couldn't imagine being without it. As an example my Mom was huge Moody Blues fan, so am I and I passed this love down to my 30 year old daughter. What a joy this evening/morning has been!
I want to thank you for keeping this music alive. I love seeing the younger reviewers like you and others that are discovering what we grew up with - no computers, no auto tune, just pure talent and love for their craft
Darlin from this Baby boomer who pioneered this music …you don’t know about our music because every time I’d play it for my son he’d roll his eyes and either turn it off or play his own music 🤷♀️ but we’re here now and I’m enjoying your reactions so much ❤
Listening to bands like Chicago or Steely Dan is like unwrapping a gift with each song. The moment the music begins, it transports you to another place or time, leaving you completely immersed. Their sound isn't just heard; it’s an experience that stays with you, drawing you in every time.
There were way more hits back then. Today's Billboard charts have little more than 200 different hits a year. Some years in the 60s had over 700 hits, and most of them were excellent. I have copies of every single one of them from the 60s and 70s.
The 70's were magical, much like the music! America is so much worse in the 2020's. We were more accepting, more kind, more thoughtful. We created "Earth Day" to entry to make people aware of our damage to the planet, which is still ignored by our country. It was a great time to be gay in America. I came out to my entire University in Central Alabama in 1970 and it was a wonderful, loving, experience.We truly believed that "peace, love, and understanding" were possible and even inevitable as light dawned on human minds. We also were stalked by the draft, we mourned our friends as they were told to report to the military for the first in our history of stupid military misadventures where we pissed away trillions of dollars while killing, maiming and mentally damaging our young soldiers...
Chicago was my favorite band as a kid. I’ve seen them in concert twice. Color my World, If You Leave Me Now, Saturday in the Park. Listening to them live is amazing. The wall of sound in person will flow right through your body. It’s an experience. One note for Sebs. I’m sorry people are giving you a hard time. That’s not fair. You’re doing a great job on this channel.
Chicago was a monster while Terry Kath was alive. After he died, they became a pop ballad machine under Peter Cetera, the bass player’s lead. I saw them in ‘69 at DePaul University in Chicago, where the horn section went to school. Their first album is one of the best debut albums of the era. ✌️❤️🎶
As a "Certified Geezer" (71) who is still listening to music coming out today, I find it particularly enjoyable watching these videos as a younger generation discovers the music I grew up with and realizes not only is a lot of it pretty damn awesome, but that much of what we hear these days directly descends from what came before. Keep searching, Bro; there's a lot out there worth rediscovering (and not just the hits).
71 here, too! And I feel the same way! I love hearing our music thru new eyes & ears! We had so much real talent then. Did we fully appreciate it? Or did we think it would just continue forever? ❤
This song was groundbreaking even to my young 12 year old brain in 1968. I played alto sax in our school band and was born and raised in Chicago. Incorporating horns into rock music was unheard of. I thought it made the sound richer, more interesting and even more powerful. I remember the trombone and trumpet players in our band mimicking the intro to this song during our band’s warm up time. We would just smile and wish we could hear the whole song. Fast forward to 2022. I jumped at the opportunity to attend a performance of this great band at an outdoor venue near my home. These now grey haired musicians were spot on in every way. They were singing and playing live in an outdoor venue and sounded perfect! It was a thrill to finally see them in person. Watching you discover them brought back all those great memories. Your response to their talent made me realize once again why Chicago will always be one of my all time favorite groups. Thank you for the joy your program brings. Your daughters will love watching your videos as they grow older! What a great gift to them.
@@FRAME5RS I have all of the old records, everything that charted from 1950 to a few years ago. I quit buying 45s in 1986 and buy mostly old LPs or reissue CDs. I'm not paying some service to hear the songs again, when I can play my own homemade computer files through my stereo anytime I wish for free.
My dad introduced me to Chicago when I was in middle school. They are still one of my favorite bands to listen to. If you want another band with a killer horn section, check out Chase. They’re a jazz/rock fusion band from the early 70s with an incredible and unique sound. Bill Chase, the founder, played with Maynard Ferguson, Woody Herman and Stan Kenton before starting his eponymous band.
Hendrix told Bobby Lamm "Your guy is better than me." Saw/read this in an interview with Lamm about Chicago and Terry Kath in particular. I saw Chicago in 1986, after Kath had passed away. One of the best concerts I've seen in my life. They played for 2 1/2 hours. No fancy show/dancers/posing... bullshit like today. The whole band was on stage and just jamming away for 2 1/2 hours. This band is about talent and musicianship, period.
Kath was the lifeblood and keeper of the keys to this band, IMO. I saw them when I was a sophomore in high school and they toured for Chicago X. He died just a few months later. They certainly tried to hold it together, but I think all of their adventure and edginess slowly drained out of them. It was rough watching one of the most unique and creative bands of the 20th century turn into the musical equivalent of My Little Pony. 😢
I was crying as you watched and listened. ( i am a 60 year old mom with 3 daughters … you love your girls just how I love mine). Anyways- your response and excitement brought it all back to me. Terry Kath is amazing on guitar and vocals. CHILLS
My poor neighbors in the Summer of 1970. I could not get enough of this song and played it constantly at full volume with the windows open. What a great summer it was!
A bunch of the guys are from the NW side of Chicago. My cousin grew up with them. He said they always checked on old friends, even when they were huge. This is what we heard on the radio growing up. All the music that amazes you. We were so lucky. Loved this!
I have watched many reaction channels, this is the first time seeing someone do a live version and then the studio version on the same clip, loved that. good job. I will watch more of your reactions. Chicago is in my top five bands of all time
Don't forget about Danny Seraphine on drums. Whenever talking about great drummers they always mention Neil Peart & John Bonham (definitely great drummers) surrounded by their huge kit, yet they never mention Danny who constantly kills it using basically a starter kit (bass, floor tom, 1 or 2 toms, and a crash, ride & high-hat cymbal.
Yes, ironically they got rid of Danny because they were never satisfied that he could maintain a consistent beat. Sounds like got fixated on it and couldn't let it go.
Danny's a great jazz drummer, who impressed the great drummer Buddy Rich. Just as Terry Kath impressing Jimi Hendrix. When the recognized leaders of their craft respect your talents, you are really something else!
@@owendormanen Along with Walt Parazaider. Walt wanted to do a rock band with horns, they used to practice at his parents' house when most of the guys were in college. Kath was self-taught.
If you love Danny, check out this crazy mashup between Danny and Igor Javad-Zade (Leonid & Friends). Danny thought so much of Leonid & Friends and Igor that he flew to L.A. and sat in with them. Crazy!
🤩 So, in one of your reactions you asked 'why are you here', which is a great question! After giving it some thought, my answer is this: Three reasons...As a 60-something, #1 just to hear our 'old' music again that we loved from the formative years is fabulous, #2 Watching the younger crowd discover and appreciate them is like Christmas! Watching your face, your smiles, etc. like opening up my gift, which makes me happy. And #3 We (the older crowd) always seem to learn something new about the song or artists from YOU guys! So keep on doing these! It's a win-win for all of us. : )
Bass player and singer, Peter Cetera, got in a fight at a Cubs game and got his jaw broken in three places. Cetera found that when they cut the wires off, he could only gingerly open his mouth, afraid to have his jaw stuck open again. It changed his entire singing style and had the fortunate side effect of producing one of their best-loved hits, ‘25 or 6 to 4‘.
@@danielfox6907 Yep, the Cubs beat the Dodgers 7-0 and him being a Cubs fan and celebrating at Dodgers stadium combined with alcohol doesn't turn out well.
I wish there were more real music fans like you that will learn about and preserve music by the artists of the Rock Era 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. As music changes through the expanse of human history, this era of music is truly special. I enjoy watching you discover it. I am 69 now and I hope that it continues to inspire real talent and creativity for a very long time. Much of this music is 50 years old or longer. I think it will withstand for centuries.
I am a 62 yr old Grandma,and Chicago was one of my all time favorites,we were so blessed about 10yrs ago to see them at an outdoor concert at a local Casino. My husband just passed away in June,after 42 yrs of marriage,today is his birthday....thank you so much for this beautiful memory,on this hard day for me,I'm so glad I still have my Chicago hat he bought me that day❤❤they are so amazing😊
I love the DOUBLE SHOT of Live vs Studio. Your dedication to the craft set you to a higher standard that other 'reactionist' . Never seen that before, but hopefully again. Peace and Strength
It wasn't suicide, it was just plain stupidity. There is a great documentary about kath on freevee ,about his daughter who never knew him Learning about him.
I wasn't suicide, it was just plain stupid. There is a great documentary about him on Freevee , about his daughter who never knew him going on a journey to find out about him.
@@rogerc9245 Yeah, if you saw the documentary about Terry, it was all around. He had his issues, with drugs and drinking, the real tragedy to me is he never really got to see his daughter grow up.
Living back in the 60's, 70's and even a bit of the 80's was like living in musical heaven !! Your next Chicago tune : I'm a man - from the same live concert !! Love watching you reactions !!
this was filmed and recorded live at Tanglewood MA in july of 1970...and is argueably the best live example of Terry Kaths killer talent...legend has it someone asked Kath after the show.."damn Terry..what did that guitar ever do to you?...you killed it"
Are you kidding me? Never heard of Chicago? They are so awesome! Next should be ….Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is and Saturday In the Park! This is how good music used to be!!
OMG Chicago was huge! They were a rock-jazz band. ALL of the band members understand and read written music so that’s why they sound so amazing! The horn section was fabulous. These guys got together when they were in college studying music!
One of the best songs of the 20th century. The title is a time. It is 3:35 or 3:36 AM. "waiting for the break of day." It is a coke song "wondering how much I can take" and "should I try to do some more" not at 25 or 6 to 4! Sure they clean it up for wiki, but, back in the 60s we understood. Saw them with Earth, Wind, and Fire about 15 years ago. Talk about a brass section!
@@markr.1984 A number of bands had horns. You could give the obvious one, Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass *lol*, but then Motown relied heavily on horns, so of course did Earth Wind and fire. As a side note BB King on his sirius channel mentioned that he, Jimmi Hendrix and Chicagos brass section did a jam session at Electric Ladyland Studios in the Village in NYC. Sadly the tapes were lost, that would have been something.
@njlauren Two weeks ago, I saw both Chicago AND Earth, Wind & Fire touring together. EW&F played the first hour, and then the stage was reconfigured for Chicago to play. After another equipment rearrangement, both bands joined forces and sang songs from both their song catalogues. Freakin' Fantastic!!! It was in a large, packed arena and Chicago has been playing for *57* years now. (Only three original members still at it but they still sound great. )❤🎉😊
You're just skimming the surface dude. Chicago had a dynamic, complex and incredible sound. The lyrics to most of their music were awesome and the harmonies are what really brought it together! It's one of the few bands I regret not having seen live.
I've always been impressed with how every member of the band was so talented and they had such an egalitarian approach to making music -- different people taking the lead, showcasing what each did best, not stepping on each other's egos.
Dude, I was with you. I'm in a "horn band" that was inspired in part by Chicago yet I had never heard them play until a few weeks ago. They are still awesome! Lamm and Loughnane performed, allegedly Pankow was missing, but the other replacement musicians were solid. If you have a chance to see them, go! There were the talk of my facebook friends the day after the concert. A truly great show!
My wife and I are going to see them in Vegas in March. The night of our 50th wedding anniversary. They were our first date in 1972. I think it was Chicago three.
Gosh, l love this song. My high school (in Chicago coincidentally) had a library with a section where you could listen to music) and I listened to Chicago everyday while in study period. This was back in the day, 1968-69. Happy to hear it again as it's been a couple of decades since I last heard it!
I'm 68 years old and I remember the first time I heard this music. My sister had just been to see them in concert and she came home talking about what a fabulous band they were. She pulled out her albums and started playing them for me. She's 2 years older than I am and she was more into the music of the day back then. So she was my introduction to a lot of fabulous music. Some of it I didn't like, some of it was just played too much on the radio that I got sick of it, but my sister definitely knew what music she liked and was always willing to share it with me. Chicago was definitely one of her favorites and due to her enthusiasm, became one of mine. I can't think of a single song they ever did that we didn't love.
My Brother, My cousin introduced me to Chicago when I was in Jr High School..This Group has been on my Top 5 band list since…. I am an Afro American going up in Philly with the Philly Sound. I was able to see my two favorite bands EWF and Chicago in the Mountains of Colorado- you must visit
This is my favorite band of all time, and I've been around a long while. They are incredibly talented and have numerous great songs. Listen to anything with Terry Kath playing the guitar. He passed away long before his time and the band was never the same.
Have you seen the fabulous Chicago tribute band that’s taking the world by storm- Leonid and Friends? They’re from Russia and will take you back the perfection of young live Chicago. They’re on YT- thank me later! ❤
Chicago was in my Era and now my daughter's and their children listen to them as well as all the great 70s bands. They always say why we don't hear this kind nowadays. Thanks for sharing
I was 10 and just starting out basic music lessons when this album was released. We had never heard anything like it before and were blown away. It was widely considered ground breaking music.
25 or 6 to 4...It is the time that this song was created. 25 or 26 minutes to 4 am.........I saw Chicago last year in Northern Ca. Thunder Valley Amphitheatre, outdoor concert. It was a amazing concert. I have realized since watching these reaction music videos, just how fortunate I was to be a teenager with this music! No cell phones, no distractions, just real talented musicians!
I saw Crowded House last night in Chicago and the guitarist said he wrote the song he just played at about 3:35 am when he couldn’t sleep. Then it dawned on me, that time is 25 or 6 to 4. I think he may been telling a joke that only I got.
@@bleckandbleck No that's correct. This song was created when he had writers block and was writing a song at 25 or 26 minutes to 4am..while he was sitting cross legged on the floor. That is exactly how the title was formed.....great band.
To quote the great John McClane, "Welcome to the party, Pal." Terry Kath was one of the greatest guitarists you never heard of. There's a documentary about him, done by his daughter, that is well worth watching. I believe it's called "The Terry Kath Experience."
I listen to this at least twice a month. Your reaction is priceless! 😊 I'm 71 yrs old and have been saying the same things about Chicago since they first came out.👍
I’m so pleased you are sharing great songs and musicians from the past!! This song was one of the great American songs of the late ‘60’s and early ‘70’s! I’m so pleased you enjoyed the music of the day which influenced our lives
If you want to see their music done to total perfection with joy- take your son to see the Russian Chicago tribute band- Leonid and Friends. Their performances are beyond amazing and they sound like Chicago would’ve sounded with current sound engineering. They’re all over YT. ❤
They've been touring with Earth Wind and Fire for years. Two of the greatest bands and horn sections ever. A can't miss concert to expose anyone to great music.
I was that kind of parent too, our daughter just flew from Alaska to Atlanta just to see their show , she said it was pretty dang good for old men, lol. They were with Earth Wind and Fire and she thought the money was well spent. The show was sold out.
The band was put together by the guys in the horn section. They wanted to be in a rock band but not stuck in the back doing dance routines. They wanted to be out front with the guitar and vocalist They also wrote many of the songs and did the arrangements. A great band and I won't argue the #13 ranking. ☮💜🎶
Terry Kath, Jan Akkerman and Rory Gallagher are the three guitarists who definitely belong in the pantheon of the ten greatest rock-guitarists of all time … but keep getting forgotten.
Hello! Thanks for sharing your response to my favorite band:Chicago. There are so many n y Chicago tunes that are on fire. A fantastic live band. I've seen them over a dozen times. Terry Kath was a wonderfully inventive guitar player. I encourage you to listen to the entire Tanglewood concert. Enjoy, my friend
I really enjoy watching your reactions and hearing what you have to say. When you decided to listen to the album version I thought that was pure gold. I really like how you want to get to the bottom of things and experience it fully
The first time I heard Chicago Transit Authority was my 1st year (1969)at university and I had 2nd row seats. The main act was Sam and Dave and Chicago was the warm up group. What an evening! I saw Chicago again in 2022 on that year's tour. They still sound amazing!
I saw Chicago in 1970 on a college scholarship weekend when I was a senior in high school. I had never been to a concert, so I sat up close to the front so I could see them. I was almost deaf when the show was over. It took my ears a while to recover. It was great.
I was fortunate to grow up in a time where bands like Chicago existed and enriched our lives with awesome music!! Is great to see people like you discovering this wonderful musicians!! Enjoy!
Hi Sebs. I just ran across this review and loved your comments and expression. At first I was bummed that you didn't know about Chicago but after you listened to it your reaction was awesome. This song came out in the last '60s and Guitar Gently Weeps has the same chord progression but a slower rhythm. The album was a multi album set. Another song from that album that reflects the times but is totally different. The song is "Colour My World". I sing both myself doing Karaoke to be different . I was a kid when this came out. Listen to the whole album. You'll be mesmerized
You're spot on, he was writing a song early in the morning and it was amazing, I was a rock drummer in a local rock band in SE Kansas. And Chicago was one of my favorite bands in the early 1970's as the Beatles were on the way out. And they did it live as well as they did it on the album. Best
Yes, this is one of the most literal great songs that I've ever heard, a song about writing a song in the middle of the night. I loved it the first time I heard it and still listen to it at least once every few months.
Just discovered this channel a couple days ago. As an aging boomer, it's so much fun to hear this music through fresh young ears like yours. There's a Ukrainian/Russian ensemble called Leonid and Friends that do covers of groups like Chicago, and they are fantastic!! Russian speakers who really put their hearts and souls into it.
Their music totally catches you off guard but your ears know what to expect...something comfortably familiar in their SOUND...yes that strat has everyhing to do with it!!!!!
72 year old who grew up with this music. I have to admit that we Boomers grew up with some awesome music and performers!
We did!!!🎸🎶🔥
We surely did! Woooo!
We sure did! I grew up in Chicago and saw All the Heavy Hitters.
I agree seen so many awesome groups and listened to so many types of music was the greatest time to grow up in
Chicago was AWESOME
Being born in 1957, and still listening to the music today, I'm convinced that the best music was from mid '60's to '80. Can't beat '70's rock and R&B. Seriously.💜😎✌️👍💃💜
Totally agree!
Ditto
are - Now 77, it seems to me that I lived thru some ox the most amazing music back then. I try to not do the old guy thing.
My dad told me that "Bobby Dylan and those Rolling Stones would never last because their music just wasn't good."
I was born in 56 and couldn't agree more. It's only looking back that you realise we lived through a Golden Age in music. 🤘
@@tesles7848 Now my grandchildren are 4 and 8 and their mother plays Taylor Swift, Taylor Swift and then Taylor Swift ...
OK, so I’m a 74 year old woman sitting at my sewing machine making a quilt and my head is banging to the music ! I’m having a blast thank you. Yes we’ve got the best music ever and I love watching you appreciate it and enjoy it!
Isn't it funny how we can say we're in our 70's, but as soon as we hear Chicago, Three Dog Night or other music from our teens, we feel like we're right back there!! 🥰 We were so lucky!!!
May Christ be with you
Ha ha. Love it!!!
Real instruments, no auto tuning, pure talent. Its hard to find this level of musicianship in newer music.
Preach!!
Wooden music. All rock music uses wood, except a few horns or brass
Omg! Love this so much! Good times!!
That guitar solo was insane!
They just don't make music like this anymore. So glad I grew up in the 70's. ❤ And right outside of Chicago.
Hello from California I’m a 68 years old woman and this is just one of the bands we grew up listening to. Am so glad I grew up during this era of great music ❤
61. Saw them live.
So true I am of the same age. I get such a kick out watching these young people hear the music that we lived through. LOL!!!
Chicago was an incredibly tight band. Listening to them as a kid I was in awe that they must have practiced thousands of hours to be that tight. To record from “I’m a Man” to Saturday in the Park” and this song, well, incredible. 68 yo also.
So true
Live and learn my friend 😅
This band really is freakin' awesome! I grew up listening to them in high school. So many, many great Chicago songs. It's really nice to know you are bringing them into the present. Thank you.
The album is much better
As Bob said "Today's music ain't got the same soul".
Yeah but he wrote that in the 70s!
Holds true for today, too. 😊
That line worked out well
I was JUST racking my brain to try to remember if that was the 70s or 80s and then saw your comment. Thanks. I feel validated. 😁 Have a great day!
Yeah, I like that old time rock and roll.
You just witnessed one of the Top 5 guitar solos ever recorded IMO
For sure. I’d throw in SRV Texas Flood at the Macambo, Arthur Lee of 10 Years After doing I’m Going Home at Woodstock, Hendrix at Monterey…who’d be a 5th?
the only "solo" was the first 10 - 15 seconds before the bass kicks in while they putting wing nut on symbol. The rest of the song the bass, drums, and organ are kickin' it with the guitar. It's called playing 'lead'.
@@martyjansing2675 if we’re being petty, it’s “cymbal.”
One of the top 5 guitarists whose ever lived IMO
Agree 100% - imagine how much greater he would have become if he hadn’t left us so soon…!
Terry is a savage on the guitar. Seen them twice and both times nobody sits everyone is up dancing with each other. Everyone walks out happy and loving everyone!
70s were special. Everyone shared. The , "ahem" fog could get so thick, you could hardly see the stage. So I've heard if course.
He was a beast! 🔥❤️🔥
Ohhh- THIS is a rabbit hole you NEED to go down - so many years, so many tunes that are timeless!!
Make me smile!
Beginnings and Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is and Call On Me won't disappoint 💯
Arguably one of the best live lead riffs ever. Joe Walsh once commented that he had no idea how Terry Kath got that kind of sound out of his guitar/equipment. Gone too young...
After Terry died young, the band was never the same and oddly enough, they never replaced him. It still was a great horns band but more or less Another Saturday in the Park band.
A music journalist once asked Jimi Hendrix what it was like to be the best guitar player in the world and he replied.I don't know you should go ask Terry Kath
Can't agree. He goes off key too many times
can you do better?@@MidwestFarmToys
@@Jordan-h7x1u nope, but that isn't really relevant. The guy said it was one of the greatest live leads of all time and I don't agree. There's all kinds of live leads that are better.
This was 50-60 years ago. Each generation has their own music. This stuff was great. We wish our kids could appreciate it as much as we do.
I'm happy that you have discovered it for yourself.
Terry Kath, who unfortunately died young, was the guitarist, and Jimi Hendrix's favorite one when they were both alive.
I saw Chicago Transit Authority as the opener for Hendrix in 1969. We had no idea who they were but they blew our socks off! Bought their first album the next day.
I have this picture imprinted in my head of Kath’s hair flopping around (it was shorter than in this video) while ripping during "I’m A Man". Epic!
@@joonzville I'm A Man, live at Tanglewood is so much fun. There was no parts for the horns so they all picked up percussion instruments. The trombone player, James Pankow, was dancing all over the stage, just having a blast. I got to see them 3 times with Terry Kath and most recently in 2016 with Earth, Wind & Fire. They're still touring together so if you get the chance, go see them.
Jimmy also liked Billy Gibbons
Jimmy also became good friends with Billy Gibbons.
Our high school band was invited to march in a parade in Chicago. We were able to stay a couple of extra days to go to the museum and attend a huge concert in the park for their 4th of July celebration. We actually got to see Chicago (the band) play several of their hits. Our band director inspired so many children to join and continue band because he chose to invest in the current music for us to play. Even the visiting teams loved when our pep band played 25 or 6 to 4. Our trumpet section blew everyone's socks off. I'm thrilled that you enjoyed the music that I still love listening to!
Great memories...
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Just a bit of information about the band and especially regarding Terry Kath. He couldn't read music and wasn't interested in learning how to. Terry is an AWESOME GUITARIST 🎸! Jimmy Hendrix loved his guitar playing and they were supposed to get together for a jamming session. Sadly, Terry passed away from an accidental gun shot to his head and they never got to jam together. I ❤️ love Chicago and saw them in concert at about 18 years old. We had 4th row center seats which was so exciting! Sadly, the music was sooo loud being so close and my ears were killing me. Big bummer 😕!!! Still, I absolutely love them. I enjoyed your podcast and hope to catch you again 😀. I have been watching 👀 many different podcasts where they too are watching songs from my era. I'm loving these wonderful reactions to the great music I grew up with. Thanks for the entertainment, I really enjoyed you!
The one and only Terry Kath on the guitar. The band was FAR better when he was still with the band. He's a phenomenal guitarist. And a great singer as well. He sings lead on Make Me Smile, Color My World, I'm a Man.
Sadly Terry Kath was on drugs and didn't realize the pistol had a bullet in the chamber when he pulled the trigger
Amen, agree wholeheartedly! One of my first concerts, back in 1970.
Besides being a legend guitar god...he had the most beautiful soulful voice.
Agreed! They became a ballad/soft rock band after he accidentally shot himself and I liked the early version as well.
My top ten greatest guitarists definitely would have this guy.
I love watching young people listen to classics for first time. Chicago is awesome
Yeah yeah yeah! Dude you are quickly becoming my favorite reactionary of all!
We who lived this era STILL LOVE THESW BANDS. and I appreciate your appreciation of great music.
Glad you discovered this! Early Chicago is terrific!
Yes, their early efforts are better. They became more pop oriented and lost some of the fire shown here in their later years.
Early Chicago was terrific. Later, they became more balladeers
When Terry Kath died so did Chicago
@@tw364, yeah, it was a sad day.
A “band”. None of those today.
Peter Cetera (bass), Terry Kath (Guitar), and Robert Lamm (Keyboards) were ALL lead singers for Chicago during their glory days. Each had a unique sound, which may be why their harmonies were so good. For example, check out the song "Beginnings' which Lamm sings or "Color My World" or "Make Me Smile" which Kath performs lead. Maybe even "Saturday in the Park" in which both Lamm and Cetera perform lead vocals.
Agree, and in my mind's eye, I can still see Peter go on his tiptoes as he reached those high notes. 😊
I found your channel by accident. I have stayed up most of the night watching your reaction to the music that I grew up listening to. I just love your reactions! All this music has been a such a fixture in the fabric of my life I couldn't imagine being without it. As an example my Mom was huge Moody Blues fan, so am I and I passed this love down to my 30 year old daughter. What a joy this evening/morning has been!
I want to thank you for keeping this music alive. I love seeing the younger reviewers like you and others that are discovering what we grew up with - no computers, no auto tune, just pure talent and love for their craft
No leather clothes, no makeup, no bs. I love Chicago.
That and you can actually hear and understand the lyrics.
Nope wimpy music
@@DENVEROUTDOORMAN You obviously never attended a Chicago concert. You're probably way too young. I saw them in 1970.
No auto tune !
No snot rings, fake drum beats, or face tats either - just rock.
Darlin from this Baby boomer who pioneered this music …you don’t know about our music because every time I’d play it for my son he’d roll his eyes and either turn it off or play his own music 🤷♀️ but we’re here now and I’m enjoying your reactions so much ❤
Listening to bands like Chicago or Steely Dan is like unwrapping a gift with each song. The moment the music begins, it transports you to another place or time, leaving you completely immersed. Their sound isn't just heard; it’s an experience that stays with you, drawing you in every time.
This is especially true with Steely Dan!
Yes! Steely Dan. Ricky don’t loose that number. Great times for sure
Steely Dan WOW.
@@PogueMahone1 Oh yes- I can remember where I was when I heard Steely Dan....they were by far the most sophisticated group of the 70's.
"We don't make bands like this today" - a huge understatement!!! The 60s and 70s were a wonderful time to grow up musically.
It was a wonderful time!
There were way more hits back then. Today's Billboard charts have little more than 200 different hits a year. Some years in the 60s had over 700 hits, and most of them were excellent. I have copies of every single one of them from the 60s and 70s.
The 70's were magical, much like the music! America is so much worse in the 2020's. We were more accepting, more kind, more thoughtful. We created "Earth Day" to entry to make people aware of our damage to the planet, which is still ignored by our country. It was a great time to be gay in America. I came out to my entire University in Central Alabama in 1970 and it was a wonderful, loving, experience.We truly believed that "peace, love, and understanding" were possible and even inevitable as light dawned on human minds.
We also were stalked by the draft, we mourned our friends as they were told to report to the military for the first in our history of stupid military misadventures where we pissed away trillions of dollars while killing, maiming and mentally damaging our young soldiers...
Tedeschi Trucks band check it out you will enjoy
Chicago was my favorite band as a kid. I’ve seen them in concert twice. Color my World, If You Leave Me Now, Saturday in the Park.
Listening to them live is amazing. The wall of sound in person will flow right through your body. It’s an experience.
One note for Sebs. I’m sorry people are giving you a hard time. That’s not fair. You’re doing a great job on this channel.
Chicago was a monster while Terry Kath was alive. After he died, they became a pop ballad machine under Peter Cetera, the bass player’s lead. I saw them in ‘69 at DePaul University in Chicago, where the horn section went to school. Their first album is one of the best debut albums of the era. ✌️❤️🎶
First 5 albums were great! Every song.
Walter Parazaider always says we became a band in Chicago on February 15th nineteen hundred and 65. Also he has dementia now which is super sad.
I heard someone say Chicago were great until Cetera got locked in a Hallmark store over a weekend. Lol
Still Monsters, I will be at the concert tomorrow night in San DIego. Still three original members going strong.
@@loadedorygun he left because chicago dumped david foster as producer so he left with foster to go solo.
As a "Certified Geezer" (71) who is still listening to music coming out today, I find it particularly enjoyable watching these videos as a younger generation discovers the music I grew up with and realizes not only is a lot of it pretty damn awesome, but that much of what we hear these days directly descends from what came before. Keep searching, Bro; there's a lot out there worth rediscovering (and not just the hits).
71 here, too! And I feel the same way! I love hearing our music thru new eyes & ears! We had so much real talent then. Did we fully appreciate it? Or did we think it would just continue forever? ❤
You got that right..lol
I'm with you guys...it was a special time back then.
Lots of new psychedelic rock out there that’s amazing.
@@Carlos559Caps Check out "The Chesterfield Kings"--garage meets "Strawberry Alarm Clock."
This song was groundbreaking even to my young 12 year old brain in 1968. I played alto sax in our school band and was born and raised in Chicago. Incorporating horns into rock music was unheard of. I thought it made the sound richer, more interesting and even more powerful. I remember the trombone and trumpet players in our band mimicking the intro to this song during our band’s warm up time. We would just smile and wish we could hear the whole song. Fast forward to 2022. I jumped at the opportunity to attend a performance of this great band at an outdoor venue near my home. These now grey haired musicians were spot on in every way. They were singing and playing live in an outdoor venue and sounded perfect! It was a thrill to finally see them in person.
Watching you discover them brought back all those great memories. Your response to their talent made me realize once again why Chicago will always be one of my all time favorite groups.
Thank you for the joy your program brings. Your daughters will love watching your videos as they grow older! What a great gift to them.
Yup - this is what we got to listen to on the radio, day in and day out!
We boomers had bands that thrilled and excited us . Pure and simply awesome ! We had Rock and Roll !
Amen
I'm 64 and my Spotify playlist is full of the old songs. When I'm alone in the car they are on blast and I am 15 again.
@@FRAME5RS I have all of the old records, everything that charted from 1950 to a few years ago. I quit buying 45s in 1986 and buy mostly old LPs or reissue CDs. I'm not paying some service to hear the songs again, when I can play my own homemade computer files through my stereo anytime I wish for free.
My dad introduced me to Chicago when I was in middle school. They are still one of my favorite bands to listen to.
If you want another band with a killer horn section, check out Chase. They’re a jazz/rock fusion band from the early 70s with an incredible and unique sound. Bill Chase, the founder, played with Maynard Ferguson, Woody Herman and Stan Kenton before starting his eponymous band.
Props to you for recognizing the horn section! Also, check out Spinning Wheel - Blood, Sweat, and Tears has a killer horn section too.
That’s Terry Kath on guitar. Jimi Hendrix once said Terry was the greatest guitarist in the Universe
High praise coming from Hendrix!
@@jrtmanmdHendrix was a humble soul & both Hendrix & Kath were intimidated by each other. KATH WAS A GENIUS❤
Hendrix told Bobby Lamm "Your guy is better than me." Saw/read this in an interview with Lamm about Chicago and Terry Kath in particular. I saw Chicago in 1986, after Kath had passed away. One of the best concerts I've seen in my life. They played for 2 1/2 hours. No fancy show/dancers/posing... bullshit like today. The whole band was on stage and just jamming away for 2 1/2 hours. This band is about talent and musicianship, period.
I tried to copy both and Kath was better than Hendrix. It was not close
Kath was the lifeblood and keeper of the keys to this band, IMO. I saw them when I was a sophomore in high school and they toured for Chicago X. He died just a few months later. They certainly tried to hold it together, but I think all of their adventure and edginess slowly drained out of them. It was rough watching one of the most unique and creative bands of the 20th century turn into the musical equivalent of My Little Pony. 😢
I was crying as you watched and listened. ( i am a 60 year old mom with 3 daughters … you love your girls just how I love mine).
Anyways- your response and excitement brought it all back to me. Terry Kath is amazing on guitar and vocals. CHILLS
My poor neighbors in the Summer of 1970. I could not get enough of this song and played it constantly at full volume with the windows open. What a great summer it was!
😂❤
A bunch of the guys are from the NW side of Chicago. My cousin grew up with them. He said they always checked on old friends, even when they were huge.
This is what we heard on the radio growing up. All the music that amazes you. We were so lucky. Loved this!
So great to see you really appreciating Chicago, Three Dog Night and others! I’m a big fan of horns and saxophones in rock.
“Just you and me “ and “if you leave me now” give me goosebumps every time I hear them. I also love “Saturday in the Park”
Congratulations! Chicago just entered the room! You will NOT be disappointed with most, if not all, of their music! Their stuff is truly magical!
old Chicago. when the horns fell out of favor, I know they sold a lot of records, but they lost something
I have watched many reaction channels, this is the first time seeing someone do a live version and then the studio version on the same clip, loved that. good job. I will watch more of your reactions. Chicago is in my top five bands of all time
I can't explain to you how much us nerdy high school marching band geeks loved and appreciated Chicago and Blood Sweat & Tears back in the day.
Ya can't leave out Earth Wind & Fire when talking horns 😉 Your's Truly Gen X Woman Mom and Wife
My high school band played this song (short version of course).
Amen! I was one of them!
High school bands play this song to this day. What a great era of music to grow up with.😊
Fellow band nerd! Loved playing their music!
Don't forget about Danny Seraphine on drums. Whenever talking about great drummers they always mention Neil Peart & John Bonham (definitely great drummers) surrounded by their huge kit, yet they never mention Danny who constantly kills it using basically a starter kit (bass, floor tom, 1 or 2 toms, and a crash, ride & high-hat cymbal.
Yes, ironically they got rid of Danny because they were never satisfied that he could maintain a consistent beat. Sounds like got fixated on it and couldn't let it go.
Danny's a great jazz drummer, who impressed the great drummer Buddy Rich. Just as Terry Kath impressing Jimi Hendrix. When the recognized leaders of their craft respect your talents, you are really something else!
Chicago was his idea.
@@owendormanen Along with Walt Parazaider. Walt wanted to do a rock band with horns, they used to practice at his parents' house when most of the guys were in college. Kath was self-taught.
If you love Danny, check out this crazy mashup between Danny and Igor Javad-Zade (Leonid & Friends). Danny thought so much of Leonid & Friends and Igor that he flew to L.A. and sat in with them. Crazy!
🤩 So, in one of your reactions you asked 'why are you here', which is a great question! After giving it some thought, my answer is this: Three reasons...As a 60-something, #1 just to hear our 'old' music again that we loved from the formative years is fabulous, #2 Watching the younger crowd discover and appreciate them is like Christmas! Watching your face, your smiles, etc. like opening up my gift, which makes me happy. And #3 We (the older crowd) always seem to learn something new about the song or artists from YOU guys! So keep on doing these! It's a win-win for all of us. : )
Bass player and singer, Peter Cetera, got in a fight at a Cubs game and got his jaw broken in three places. Cetera found that when they cut the wires off, he could only gingerly open his mouth, afraid to have his jaw stuck open again. It changed his entire singing style and had the fortunate side effect of producing one of their best-loved hits, ‘25 or 6 to 4‘.
@@danielfox6907 Yep, the Cubs beat the Dodgers 7-0 and him being a Cubs fan and celebrating at Dodgers stadium combined with alcohol doesn't turn out well.
Sebs, I highly, HIGHLY recommend reacting to the full studio version of their song "Beginnings". Will blow your mind!
⬆⬆⬆⬆⬆ This right here! 💜 "Beginnings"! 💜
Yes-- what he said!!!
Though I usually prefer the studio version of most songs, I think the 1970 Tanglewood live version of Beginnings is better.
Then watch Leonid and Friends version of Beginnings. It will blow your mind for its spot-on accuracy!!
Yes, it will!
They STILL tour! Go see them, they are just as good as ever!!! Saw them a few months ago. AWESOME!!!
The only remaining original members are the keyboardist (Lamm), the trumpet player and the trombone player...
I wish there were more real music fans like you that will learn about and preserve music by the artists of the Rock Era 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. As music changes through the expanse of human history, this era of music is truly special. I enjoy watching you discover it. I am 69 now and I hope that it continues to inspire real talent and creativity for a very long time. Much of this music is 50 years old or longer. I think it will withstand for centuries.
I am a 62 yr old Grandma,and Chicago was one of my all time favorites,we were so blessed about 10yrs ago to see them at an outdoor concert at a local Casino. My husband just passed away in June,after 42 yrs of marriage,today is his birthday....thank you so much for this beautiful memory,on this hard day for me,I'm so glad I still have my Chicago hat he bought me that day❤❤they are so amazing😊
So very sorry for your loss 💔
So sorry for the loss of your dear husband. Chicago is one of my very favorites. Kath was such a great writer and guitarist.
Sorry for your loss.
I love the DOUBLE SHOT of Live vs Studio.
Your dedication to the craft set you to a higher standard that other 'reactionist' .
Never seen that before, but hopefully again.
Peace and Strength
Hendrix and Clapton both said Terry Kath had the best hands they’d ever seen. His accidental gunshot suicide was tragic on so many levels
Terry kath was one of my top 5
It wasn't suicide, it was just plain stupidity. There is a great documentary about kath on freevee ,about his daughter who never knew him Learning about him.
I wasn't suicide, it was just plain stupid. There is a great documentary about him on Freevee , about his daughter who never knew him going on a journey to find out about him.
Just accidental. And tragically foolish 😢
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Yeah, if you saw the documentary about Terry, it was all around. He had his issues, with drugs and drinking, the real tragedy to me is he never really got to see his daughter grow up.
Living back in the 60's, 70's and even a bit of the 80's was like living in musical heaven !! Your next Chicago tune : I'm a man - from the same live concert !! Love watching you reactions !!
True.
this was filmed and recorded live at Tanglewood MA in july of 1970...and is argueably the best live example of Terry Kaths killer talent...legend has it someone asked Kath after the show.."damn Terry..what did that guitar ever do to you?...you killed it"
Are you kidding me? Never heard of Chicago? They are so awesome! Next should be ….Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is and Saturday In the Park! This is how good music used to be!!
Yes it is
YES, FOR SURE!
Beginnings with Bobby Lamm on lead vocals. Then "I'm a Man" with Kath on lead vocals. Both songs build up and just jam out.
He is from another country & is much younger. Of course he has not heard these bands. I admire him for listening now.
There is not a better song to get your blood pumped up!
OMG Chicago was huge! They were a rock-jazz band. ALL of the band members understand and read written music so that’s why they sound so amazing! The horn section was fabulous. These guys got together when they were in college studying music!
One of the best songs of the 20th century. The title is a time. It is 3:35 or 3:36 AM. "waiting for the break of day." It is a coke song "wondering how much I can take" and "should I try to do some more" not at 25 or 6 to 4! Sure they clean it up for wiki, but, back in the 60s we understood. Saw them with Earth, Wind, and Fire about 15 years ago. Talk about a brass section!
I loved the “horn bands” of the 70’s - Chicago, Blood Sweat and Tears, Tower of Power and Canada’s Lighthouse!
I also suggest you hook up with earth wind and fire, they were incredible musicians.
Ides of March had one hit (Vehicle) in '70 that had terrific horns too.
@@markr.1984
A number of bands had horns. You could give the obvious one, Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass *lol*, but then Motown relied heavily on horns, so of course did Earth Wind and fire. As a side note BB King on his sirius channel mentioned that he, Jimmi Hendrix and Chicagos brass section did a jam session at Electric Ladyland Studios in the Village in NYC. Sadly the tapes were lost, that would have been something.
@njlauren Two weeks ago, I saw both Chicago AND Earth, Wind & Fire touring together. EW&F played the first hour, and then the stage was reconfigured for Chicago to play. After another equipment rearrangement, both bands joined forces and sang songs from both their song catalogues. Freakin' Fantastic!!! It was in a large, packed arena and Chicago has been playing for *57* years now. (Only three original members still at it but they still sound great. )❤🎉😊
Also Earth Wind & Fire, Cold Blood, Ides Of March
You're just skimming the surface dude. Chicago had a dynamic, complex and incredible sound. The lyrics to most of their music were awesome and the harmonies are what really brought it together!
It's one of the few bands I regret not having seen live.
I've always been impressed with how every member of the band was so talented and they had such an egalitarian approach to making music -- different people taking the lead, showcasing what each did best, not stepping on each other's egos.
They had three lead singers, Cetera, Kath, and Lamm!!
Dude, I was with you. I'm in a "horn band" that was inspired in part by Chicago yet I had never heard them play until a few weeks ago. They are still awesome! Lamm and Loughnane performed, allegedly Pankow was missing, but the other replacement musicians were solid. If you have a chance to see them, go! There were the talk of my facebook friends the day after the concert. A truly great show!
@peternatalie6586 The only problem with the band is that they become just ballads.
My wife and I are going to see them in Vegas in March. The night of our 50th wedding anniversary. They were our first date in 1972. I think it was Chicago three.
Gosh, l love this song. My high school (in Chicago coincidentally) had a library with a section where you could listen to music) and I listened to Chicago everyday while in study period. This was back in the day, 1968-69. Happy to hear it again as it's been a couple of decades since I last heard it!
One of my favorite bands.They were all talented,and different from other bands.Thank you!
There are those who say this is the greatest guitar solo ever. This video never gets old
It’s what I say!!!!
I have to put it (this live solo) at number 1 as well, followed by Gilmour's Comfortably Numb during the Division Bell tour.
I'm 68 years old and I remember the first time I heard this music. My sister had just been to see them in concert and she came home talking about what a fabulous band they were. She pulled out her albums and started playing them for me. She's 2 years older than I am and she was more into the music of the day back then. So she was my introduction to a lot of fabulous music. Some of it I didn't like, some of it was just played too much on the radio that I got sick of it, but my sister definitely knew what music she liked and was always willing to share it with me. Chicago was definitely one of her favorites and due to her enthusiasm, became one of mine. I can't think of a single song they ever did that we didn't love.
i got to p[ay some Chicago tunes in 69 and70 in Vietnam with the 101st army band. We loved their stuff and we had the horns to do it. Great reaction
Thank you for your service.
Saturday in The park live is awesome as well
Yes! I was going to suggest that one too!
My obsessive favorite in 1974, 8 years old. I aDORed that song!
My Brother, My cousin introduced me to Chicago when I was in Jr High School..This Group has been on my Top 5 band list since…. I am an Afro American going up in Philly with the Philly Sound. I was able to see my two favorite bands EWF and Chicago in the Mountains of Colorado- you must visit
POSSIBLY THE GREATEST GUITAR SOLO PERIOD
THE STUDIO SOLO IS CLASSIC
Not as good as Clem Clempson's (Humble Pie, Colosseum) live performance on The Grass Is Always Greener.
Prince live While My Guitar Gently Weeps
Hendrix and I agree.
Obviously you are not a guitar player
Obviously you have not seen the video.
This is my favorite band of all time, and I've been around a long while. They are incredibly talented and have numerous great songs. Listen to anything with Terry Kath playing the guitar. He passed away long before his time and the band was never the same.
Have you seen the fabulous Chicago tribute band that’s taking the world by storm- Leonid and Friends? They’re from Russia and will take you back the perfection of young live Chicago. They’re on YT- thank me later! ❤
So glad you appreciate such a phenomenal group. I saw them in Vegas at the MGM a few years back.
Chicago was in my Era and now my daughter's and their children listen to them as well as all the great 70s bands. They always say why we don't hear this kind nowadays. Thanks for sharing
Glad you got to finally hear what us old guys grew up with. Better late than never!
I was 10 and just starting out basic music lessons when this album was released. We had never heard anything like it before and were blown away. It was widely considered ground breaking music.
Jimi Hendrix actually loved to see Terry Kath perform!
He also said the horn section shared one lung.
My favorite band and I’ve seen them about 100 times in person. To me, 25 or 6 to 4 is the best rock song of all time. 😊
LOL... this CD is on constant repeat in my car. No better way to be taken back to the time capsule of my youth than a great Chicago song!
These children are discovering the amazing music we grew up with.
25 or 6 to 4...It is the time that this song was created. 25 or 26 minutes to 4 am.........I saw Chicago last year in Northern Ca. Thunder Valley Amphitheatre, outdoor concert. It was a amazing concert. I have realized since watching these reaction music videos, just how fortunate I was to be a teenager with this music! No cell phones, no distractions, just real talented musicians!
I saw Crowded House last night in Chicago and the guitarist said he wrote the song he just played at about 3:35 am when he couldn’t sleep. Then it dawned on me, that time is 25 or 6 to 4. I think he may been telling a joke that only I got.
@@bleckandbleck No that's correct. This song was created when he had writers block and was writing a song at 25 or 26 minutes to 4am..while he was sitting cross legged on the floor. That is exactly how the title was formed.....great band.
We were the lucky ones!
Wow! I forgot how much I loved them. Have to dig through my boxes of albums because they're definitely in there ❤
What a phenomenal group... SO much talent. Have loved them ever since they came on the scene.
To quote the great John McClane, "Welcome to the party, Pal." Terry Kath was one of the greatest guitarists you never heard of. There's a documentary about him, done by his daughter, that is well worth watching. I believe it's called "The Terry Kath Experience."
I listen to this at least twice a month. Your reaction is priceless! 😊 I'm 71 yrs old and have been saying the same things about Chicago since they first came out.👍
I’m so pleased you are sharing great songs and musicians from the past!! This song was one of the great American songs of the late ‘60’s and early ‘70’s! I’m so pleased you enjoyed the music of the day which influenced our lives
I am taking my 24-year-old son to see them. It's a moral imperative - my responsibility as a parent - to teach my children about this music!
Very funny.
If you want to see their music done to total perfection with joy- take your son to see the Russian Chicago tribute band- Leonid and Friends. Their performances are beyond amazing and they sound like Chicago would’ve sounded with current sound engineering. They’re all over YT. ❤
They've been touring with Earth Wind and Fire for years. Two of the greatest bands and horn sections ever. A can't miss concert to expose anyone to great music.
I salute you and approve of your mission to combat bad music with good.
I was that kind of parent too, our daughter just flew from Alaska to Atlanta just to see their show , she said it was pretty dang good for old men, lol. They were with Earth Wind and Fire and she thought the money was well spent. The show was sold out.
One of my favorite Chicago songs is “I’m A Man “. Hope you listen to it fantastic !!!
The band was put together by the guys in the horn section. They wanted to be in a rock band but not stuck in the back doing dance routines. They wanted to be out front with the guitar and vocalist They also wrote many of the songs and did the arrangements. A great band and I won't argue the #13 ranking. ☮💜🎶
Terry Kath, Jan Akkerman and Rory Gallagher are the three guitarists who definitely belong in the pantheon of the ten greatest rock-guitarists of all time … but keep getting forgotten.
Hello! Thanks for sharing your response to my favorite band:Chicago. There are so many n y Chicago tunes that are on fire. A fantastic live band. I've seen them over a dozen times. Terry Kath was a wonderfully inventive guitar player. I encourage you to listen to the entire Tanglewood concert. Enjoy, my friend
Just look at Terry Kath's fingers flying up, down and all around on the fretboard and you see why Jimi Hendrix loved his playing so much.
I really enjoy watching your reactions and hearing what you have to say. When you decided to listen to the album version I thought that was pure gold. I really like how you want to get to the bottom of things and experience it fully
Love what you are doing with these old songs - which I LOVE! (New listener from Colorado)
I am 76 years old. I am so happy to witness your reaction to this incredible part of my musical upbringing.
The first time I heard Chicago Transit Authority was my 1st year (1969)at university and I had 2nd row seats. The main act was Sam and Dave and Chicago was the warm up group. What an evening! I saw Chicago again in 2022 on that year's tour. They still sound amazing!
I saw Chicago in 1970 on a college scholarship weekend when I was a senior in high school. I had never been to a concert, so I sat up close to the front so I could see them. I was almost deaf when the show was over. It took my ears a while to recover. It was great.
I was fortunate to grow up in a time where bands like Chicago existed and enriched our lives with awesome music!! Is great to see people like you discovering this wonderful musicians!! Enjoy!
One of the "go-to" songs from Chicago for a vast majority of high school marching and pep bands through the 1970s.👍
Glad you checked the studio version as well, so clear, sharp and harmonic…
Hi Sebs. I just ran across this review and loved your comments and expression. At first I was bummed that you didn't know about Chicago but after you listened to it your reaction was awesome. This song came out in the last '60s and Guitar Gently Weeps has the same chord progression but a slower rhythm. The album was a multi album set. Another song from that album that reflects the times but is totally different. The song is "Colour My World". I sing both myself doing Karaoke to be different . I was a kid when this came out. Listen to the whole album. You'll be mesmerized
You're spot on, he was writing a song early in the morning and it was amazing, I was a rock drummer in a local rock band in SE Kansas. And Chicago was one of my favorite bands in the early 1970's as the Beatles were on the way out. And they did it live as well as they did it on the album. Best
Yes, this is one of the most literal great songs that I've ever heard, a song about writing a song in the middle of the night. I loved it the first time I heard it and still listen to it at least once every few months.
Just discovered this channel a couple days ago. As an aging boomer, it's so much fun to hear this music through fresh young ears like yours. There's a Ukrainian/Russian ensemble called Leonid and Friends that do covers of groups like Chicago, and they are fantastic!! Russian speakers who really put their hearts and souls into it.
Their music totally catches you off guard but your ears know what to expect...something comfortably familiar in their SOUND...yes that strat has everyhing to do with it!!!!!