The entire first album, which this is part of, needs to be heard. Their music has a quality of change, flow, and it breaks out in surprising ways, until one gets familiar with expecting the unexpected. Top notch.
My favorite Chicago song. Saw them in May 1971 when our high school band director took us to a college to see them. Can you imagine high school band director taking band to a rock concert? Blew us 18 year olds away.
The golden era of music, probably, will never be duplicated again. I thank God I was in my 20's when this vibe rocked the world. Today's music is NO match. Period. Sorry, for the truth.
For me, this is one of those smooth, dreamy tunes that sticks with you. Like a lot of soft rock, this is great for late night listening if you're aiming for a good night's sleep. Also, one of the 3 hits sung by Lamm. As for jazz-rock, I don't think that's a "real" category, but rock pretty much always has some sort of inflection from another genre, like folk, gospel, etc. I'd say "Summer in the City" by the Lovin' Spoonful is an example from this same era. Steely Dan has some jazz inflection, Michael McDonald / late Doobies, Boz Scaggs, George Benson (of course), Hendrix, Sting.
So good to hear my favorite Chicago song. When I was a kid, I played this song over and over on my record player. Must have driven my parents crazy! Lol!
This comes from their first album Chicago transit authority,and I think their best..I agree with some of the comments that all the songs are a wonder,or as they said back then a trip,a journey
"Poem 58" is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Nine minutes of PURE FUNK led by Terry Kath on guitar, Danny Seraphine on drums, and Peter Cetera on bass. Kath's guitar will make you want an ice pack for your jaw after you pick it up from the floor!
When Chicago first started, their material was very experimental, being a fusion of jazz and rock influences. They had a strong personality in Terry Kath providing guitar work. He was called the greatest guitarist ever by Jimi Hendrix. Unfortunately, he passed away in 1978 from an accidental self-inflicted gun shot wound. Bassist Peter Cetera took advantage of the lack of direction that losing Kath lead to and pushed the band toward primarily soft rock ballads. This direction change was aided by producer David Foster. The change was pretty drastic, going from some real rockers to suddenly wimpy ballads (in the same vein as Air Supply). That's why fans of the older Chicago material don't like the 1980's Chicago. By the way, Cetera hasn't really changed either. He is still very much a pushy person. If you look at their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, you might notice that Cetera did not show up. He was scheduled to, but he insisted on having his own band (from his solo career) join Chicago on stage for their performance. He also insisted that they play "25 or 6 to 4" as one of their performance songs. These statements are not rumors or some scandalous words from some angry members of Chicago. The "negotiations" actually took place on a live morning radio show between Robert Lamm (representing the band) and Peter Cetera. The radio show was Mark In the Morning, which was broadcast in Los Angeles. Mark (Thompson) was a long time friend of the band, and had hosted the band for several live performances first with the Mark and Brian morning radio show, then with Mark in the Morning. When Lamm and the rest of the band refused Cetera's demands, Cetera decided leave them hanging for several days, before finally announcing on his website that he would not to show up for the Induction ceremony only a few days before the event. Cetera had left the band in 1985. So by the time the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction came around, some of the newer band members had been with the band longer than Cetera had. Robert Lamm, James Pankow, Lee Loughnane, and Walter Parazaider were all still active original members. Even drummer Danny Seraphine, who left the band in 1990, had seniority over Cetera. So what made Cetera feel like he could dictate terms over all of the other members of the band? I had been a fan of both the band and Cetera, but after hearing this live on my morning drive, I can't really say that I think that Cetera is a good person.
Very concise comment so thanks for adding the context. Yep, I lost them too when Cetera took over. He was a good bass player with a nice voice, but Terry, Danny, Robert, and the horn section carried the band until they self destructed by giving into David Foster and Peter castrating the group. Terry must have been turning over in his grave.
Tribal vibe, yes Ace. As the song trails off, you can faintly hear them sing..."my Grandma & your Grandma sitting by the fire...". That's from an African song, the most famous version by the Dixie Cups, "Iko, Iko", circa 1965.
I'm not sure if you have listened to the live version of 25 or 6 to 4 incredible. They were very big in the 70's, I have an album of theirs that has an iron on transfer in it for a t-shirt !
We had crappy songs back in the day, too, but we aren't recommending them to you. For the most part, you are being exposed to the cream of the crop (you lucky dog)!
It was an average tune, until the ending. That made it a good tune. Not at the top of my list for that album, but certainly a good radio friendly song. You can clean house to it. Danny Seraphine's drumming always stellar.
Love it and clearly you appreciated it, Ace. From one of the best albums in rock history. Maybe drop doing the lyric videos because they show the future. We always heard songs not knowing what was coming and so we had to listen to pick up the lyrics -- these lyric videos jump you ahead a few seconds and it's not the best way to experience music. It kills suspense. You want to learn AS he sings, not before. Just an idea.
Chicago in the 70s were phenomenal!❤
Thankyou for doing one of my favorite songs by Chicago,! was luckly enough to see them 3x
Those horns. :D *Love* me some Chicago.
The entire first album, which this is part of, needs to be heard. Their music has a quality of change, flow, and it breaks out in surprising ways, until one gets familiar with expecting the unexpected. Top notch.
Accept Freeform Guitar, that is. ;-) T
One of their best songs ❤
My favorite Chicago song. Saw them in May 1971 when our high school band director took us to a college to see them. Can you imagine high school band director taking band to a rock concert? Blew us 18 year olds away.
The golden era of music, probably, will never be duplicated again. I thank God I was in my 20's when this vibe rocked the world. Today's music is NO match. Period. Sorry, for the truth.
Everyone agrees about today's music, including Ace. 👍
I was fortunate to see Chicago in 1968 (?) shortly after this album came out. They opened for Jimi Hendrix. What a Show!!!!!
I bet they blew Jimi's mind!
@@iamtoothewalrus I hear that Jimi was very impressed with Terry Kath.
Very fortunate to have seen them in concert... 1976
Nice that you played the original 1969 album cut with the extended percussion outtro.
Fantastic Band and Song❤❤
For me, this is one of those smooth, dreamy tunes that sticks with you. Like a lot of soft rock, this is great for late night listening if you're aiming for a good night's sleep. Also, one of the 3 hits sung by Lamm.
As for jazz-rock, I don't think that's a "real" category, but rock pretty much always has some sort of inflection from another genre, like folk, gospel, etc. I'd say "Summer in the City" by the Lovin' Spoonful is an example from this same era. Steely Dan has some jazz inflection, Michael McDonald / late Doobies, Boz Scaggs, George Benson (of course), Hendrix, Sting.
Great reaction Ace! Loved it
Appreciated mark. 😁😁
So good to hear my favorite Chicago song. When I was a kid, I played this song over and over on my record player. Must have driven my parents crazy! Lol!
The album came out in '69, but was on the charts in 1971. Beginnings is my favorite Chicago song for sure.
This comes from their first album Chicago transit authority,and I think their best..I agree with some of the comments that all the songs are a wonder,or as they said back then a trip,a journey
I 100% agree.
Robert Lamm was their keyboardist ...
Life long fan here! Saw them two years ago in Charleston SC and they STILL put on a damn fine show! ✌🏻😎
Yes pre 80’s poem#58 off the same album highlights terry kaths guitar skills. It won’t dissapoint🤘❤️
"Poem 58" is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Nine minutes of PURE FUNK led by Terry Kath on guitar, Danny Seraphine on drums, and Peter Cetera on bass. Kath's guitar will make you want an ice pack for your jaw after you pick it up from the floor!
Ahh, Chicago was my first concert at 12 years old. That must have been 1970. My how time flies! Great reaction!
This is amazing…so right
Blood Sweat & Tears-Spinning Wheel would be considered jazz rock with the middle trumpet solo.
When Chicago first started, their material was very experimental, being a fusion of jazz and rock influences. They had a strong personality in Terry Kath providing guitar work. He was called the greatest guitarist ever by Jimi Hendrix. Unfortunately, he passed away in 1978 from an accidental self-inflicted gun shot wound. Bassist Peter Cetera took advantage of the lack of direction that losing Kath lead to and pushed the band toward primarily soft rock ballads. This direction change was aided by producer David Foster. The change was pretty drastic, going from some real rockers to suddenly wimpy ballads (in the same vein as Air Supply). That's why fans of the older Chicago material don't like the 1980's Chicago.
By the way, Cetera hasn't really changed either. He is still very much a pushy person. If you look at their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, you might notice that Cetera did not show up. He was scheduled to, but he insisted on having his own band (from his solo career) join Chicago on stage for their performance. He also insisted that they play "25 or 6 to 4" as one of their performance songs. These statements are not rumors or some scandalous words from some angry members of Chicago. The "negotiations" actually took place on a live morning radio show between Robert Lamm (representing the band) and Peter Cetera. The radio show was Mark In the Morning, which was broadcast in Los Angeles. Mark (Thompson) was a long time friend of the band, and had hosted the band for several live performances first with the Mark and Brian morning radio show, then with Mark in the Morning. When Lamm and the rest of the band refused Cetera's demands, Cetera decided leave them hanging for several days, before finally announcing on his website that he would not to show up for the Induction ceremony only a few days before the event. Cetera had left the band in 1985. So by the time the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction came around, some of the newer band members had been with the band longer than Cetera had. Robert Lamm, James Pankow, Lee Loughnane, and Walter Parazaider were all still active original members. Even drummer Danny Seraphine, who left the band in 1990, had seniority over Cetera. So what made Cetera feel like he could dictate terms over all of the other members of the band? I had been a fan of both the band and Cetera, but after hearing this live on my morning drive, I can't really say that I think that Cetera is a good person.
Very concise comment so thanks for adding the context. Yep, I lost them too when Cetera took over. He was a good bass player with a nice voice, but Terry, Danny, Robert, and the horn section carried the band until they self destructed by giving into David Foster and Peter castrating the group. Terry must have been turning over in his grave.
Thank you for playing the full version
You can still hear 'The City Of Chicago', tough edge, in these early records, before the band went California dreaming.
My favorite too
Tribal vibe, yes Ace. As the song trails off, you can faintly hear them sing..."my Grandma & your Grandma sitting by the fire...". That's from an African song, the most famous version by the Dixie Cups, "Iko, Iko", circa 1965.
Woo Hoo!!! My man, doing Chicago's best jam...... Yessir, keep reacting to 🔥 & I'll be here regularly. Lol. Keep it rockin' now 🎶🎶🎵🎶🔥💯🩵❤️✌️☮️🕊️
I Love your shirt #Ace! See why we love Chicago, great reaction. 🤩
Thank you, Bridget. I understand the reason now. 😁😁😁
@AceTheHeart ❤️
What do I think? I think It's only the beginning.
Watch their Tanglewood concert 🔥
I love this awesome music!
I'm not sure if you have listened to the live version of 25 or 6 to 4 incredible. They were very big in the 70's, I have an album of theirs that has an iron on transfer in it for a t-shirt !
jazz/rock also known as jazz fusion
Live version is fantastic and better.
We had crappy songs back in the day, too, but we aren't recommending them to you. For the most part, you are being exposed to the cream of the crop (you lucky dog)!
Back then the artists assumed we had an attention span.
The music was organic not processed . Just like organic food is better for the body, organic music is better for the soul.
I concur with you. This is amazing. Check out the live version from "Tanglewood".
It was an average tune, until the ending. That made it a good tune. Not at the top of my list for that album, but certainly a good radio friendly song. You can clean house to it. Danny Seraphine's drumming always stellar.
Love it and clearly you appreciated it, Ace. From one of the best albums in rock history. Maybe drop doing the lyric videos because they show the future. We always heard songs not knowing what was coming and so we had to listen to pick up the lyrics -- these lyric videos jump you ahead a few seconds and it's not the best way to experience music. It kills suspense. You want to learn AS he sings, not before. Just an idea.
love it
Thanks! I'm old and like hanging out with you! ✌❤🎶🎶✌
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You definitely found the vibe, the groove. Good reaction. Maybe a little longer with the commentary. Chicago is worth discussing. Hang loose! 🤙
Not samba, but rather Tribal. Okay, you got it.
Next up…Poem 58. 🔥🔥🔥