I saw this group live when I was a student at Ohio University in the early 1970's. Terry Kath. was still with the band. What an experience to see them jam on stage. One great memory for me
There is a live version of this knocking around TH-cam that will blow your minds. Terry Kath was an incredible guitarist and the band was never the same after his death.
That's the truth. Excuse me for saying this to a woman but he was the balls. He was still around when they became a bit soppy but it was clear at the time that things had changed.
Yeah, and he was backstage when he tapped 1 of the horn players on the shoulder and said, "Man, he's better than me". I was watching an interview of the guy and he also said that, to this day, when people mention Terry's name, the entire band sheds a tear !!!
I wish I could remember who authored the statement, Hendrix showed what you could do with a guitar, Terry Kath showed you what you should do with a guitar
The drummer hitting that bass drum with those 1/32 notes the whole time, maybe it was over dubbed but in any case what a job he did. I don’t like their later lovey dovey stuff after guitarist Terry Kath accidentally shot himself in the head playing pretend Russian Roulette but early Chicago was fantastic .
Give a listen to...Seals & Crofts - We may never pass this way again. I think you will enjoy. It is wonderful that the younger generation is listening to what I grew up on. You will keep it alive. It is so fun seeing you all appreciate great music and musicians. Enjoy it, we did. ❤
Of all the thousands of times I've heard this song, it just now occurred to me that Terry Kath is basically soloing in the background through the entire song. The horns are so good and they're so anticipated that I've never appreciated what he was doing to compliment them.
The lineup at the time of this recording: Bass, Lead Vocals : Peter Cetera Keyboards, Vocals : Robert Lamm Guitar, Vocals : Terry Kath Trumpet : Lee Loughnane Trombone : James Pankow Saxophone : Walter Parazaider Drums : Danny Seraphine
Every element of this is brilliant, the rhythm lead, the horns, the vocals and harmonies, the drums and of course Terry Kath's insane lead guitar. Only one of the best songs ever recorded.
Of course, Terry Kath gets many accolades for his spectacular guitar-playing, and deservedly so. But can we just take a moment to give that drummer his props? Danny Seraphine is awesome. And of course, the horns (trumpet, saxophone, and trombone) are primo! Now you must react to their live performance of this song at Tanglewood in 1970. And then, after that, react to their song Make Me Smile. It's also fire!
The horns are the perfect punctuation at perfect times. Usually exclamations. I like all fills: drum, guitar, horn, KB, etc. They add a perfect spice. Horn fills are way too uncommon. The entire band had enough talent and confidence to let everyone add their sound to the songs. Different songs showcase particular players, but no one's overshadowed. And three amazing vocalists. All results in a variety of styles that just works. It was a better time when bands like this got out to the public. Radio then, many sources now.
Yep. Danny Seraphine is one of the most underrated drummers of all time. And after watching the Chicago documentary, Now More Than Ever, yesterday, he seems like one of the nicest, most down-to-earth and least egotistical member of the band. It’s too bad he’s not with with them anymore. At least he got to play with them at their Rock ‘n Roll hall of fame induction.
@@crescentfreshbret I am very excited to be going to see Seraphine live next month! His new tour is called "Back to Chicago" (or something like that), and he has added a horn section for this tour. Can't wait!!!
@@talltulip Oh awesome! They should just let him back in Chicago. But then, who knows how he’d do being back with them again? Plus he’s been out of the band for over 30 years, so I guess reintegrating himself back into it after all that time might be awkward.
Every high school band in America played this song, in the 70's, particularly at basketball games. It allowed all the different instruments in a high school band to be involved, including guitar, drums, and of course a horn section. I played high school basketball and it always got me fired up!
Chicago from the 70’s is amazing, check out I’m a Man, Beginnings, Saturday in the Park and Feeling Stronger Every Day for just a few incredible songs.🔥🎧👍
When I was a kid in the early 70s, anyone who started to play guitar learned to play the following three opening riffs. Smoke on the water, stairway to heaven, and this song.👍🔥🎧
These “yunguns” just got introduced to one of the (if not THE) best rock n roll songs (best guitar solo for sure!) of all time! They will never know how growing up in the 60’s and 70’s was like! But guess what! Those of us who did… will all die every happy campers!!!!
Terry Kath, the guitarist was the driving force behind early Chicago. His era is more of a rock band, however he died tragically. He thought a gun was unloaded and put it to his head, saying "Don't worry, it's empty" and pulled the trigger and it wasn't empty. After he died, the record company started demanding they play love songs after scoring big on a couple of hits. Each member of Chicago was highly skilled. The vocalist on this song was Peter Cetera and he went on to sing most of the love songs until leaving for a solo career. Early Chicago is astounding! Agree that you need to watch the live at Tanglewood version. I saw them several times while Terry Kath was there and most recently in 2016. Always a great show.
The story of Terry Kath's senseless death always boggled my mind, still does. The man had SO much talent, and to put a gun to your head to just prove it wasn't loaded? Ridiculous...such a waste of a life. Anybody who would do that, TO ME, has a death wish, or is just plain foolish...Sigh...
Words cannot describe the joy of watching your genuine reactions to the music I grew up on! It's like I'm reliving it through you guys and your reactions for the first time all over again!
should react to "Make Me Smile", "Questions 67 & 68" (horns, horns), Dialogue I & II, Saturday in the Park, Feelin Stronger every day (bass), and Old Days. After Kath's death in 1978 the band changed somewhat with a focus on softer melodies and ballads, which highlighted Cetera's vocal talents. But early Chicago, 69-78, are definitely their best.
Great 70s guitar! You want Great 70s drum? Try, John Henry Bonham! Led Zeppelin - Moby Dick (Live at The Royal Albert Hall 1970) [Official Video] out of this world!!!
There is another great horn/rock band, underappreciated, off the beaten path: "Sons Of Champlin" - Album: 'Loosen Up Naturally' 1969 - Songs: '1982-A', then 'Get High'; after that pick any song on the album. "The Sons of Champlin are an American rock band, from Marin County in the San Francisco-Bay area, formed in 1965. They are one of the 1960s San Francisco bands, along with Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead and Moby Grape." If you are interested in another case of underappreciated 'san francisco sound' greatness, I think you would appreciate the band/album "It's a Beautiful Day" (1969) and the songs 'Hot Summer Day' (soft), 'Wasted Union Blues' (hard)...(they had a hit with "White Bird" but you can wait on that until or if you decide you want to hear more)
Terry Kath was an incredible guitarist. The entire group are all incredible musicians. They had three really good vocalists, Peter Cetera, Robert Lamm & Terry Kath. Great drummer. They have horn players. There really early stuff was incredible.
Chicago was always big on the brass. They are legend! Speaking of You’re the Inspiration, it’s mine and my husband’s song, we’ve been married 37 years.
This track takes your senses on a crazy ride. One of the reasons I've always loved "Chicago" is because of their heavy use of brass... LOVE THAT... and these guys are so incredibly talented...
they originally called themselves "Chicago Transit Authority", but had to change their name as the real Chicago Transit Authority was threatening to file a suit for name infringement. The City of Chicago didn't mind and liked the idea- so they were thereafter & forever known simply a "Chicago" - where all but one were born, and all were raised and schooled there. All of their albums used the Roman Numeral to signify the number of album in progression. Very impressed with you young guys enjoying and realizing the talents in this group. They were the first rock group to be invited to perform a concert at New York's Carnegie Hall which was sold out for a week in 1971(Chicago IV is a 4-album live recording of that concert). You know that Chicago sold more albums and had more Top 40 hits during the '70's than any other American group, having sold over 100 mil (25 gold, 18 platinum and 8 multi-platinum); 5 consecutive #1 albums and 20 top 10 singles; also had all of their first 7 albums in the top 100 at the same time! They are one of the longest and most successful American bands of all time (2nd to The Beach Boys) according to RIAA & Billboard; CTA album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2014; they have had 9 songs nominated for Grammys (the most by a rock group) - "If You Leave Me Now" did receive a Grammy; Lamm, Cetera and Pankow are enshrined in the Songwriters Hall of Fame; the original group/members were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2016; and the group received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020. Kath died in '78 (RIP); Cetera left in '85; and Seraphine (drummer) left in 1990. It was this solo, when performed LIVE at Tanglewood, that Jimi Hendrix was present. In an interview after the concert, Jimi Hendrix was asked how he felt being referred to as the best guitarist - to which Hendrix replied - "I wouldn't know. You should be asking that guy in Chicago".
Peter Cetera sang this song with his jaw wired shut. Back in the day, the Chicago Cubs were in town to play the Dodgers. Cetera went to the game. Chicago won and I guess that pissed off some marines who were at the game. They took it out on Cetera because he was a long-hair and an obvious Cubs fan. His jaw got broken in the fight. By the time the recording session came around, his jaw was wired shut but they said we gotta do this. He sang that way and it actually made him change the way he sang. He sang with clenched teeth.
Terry Kath on guitar bros .Sorry to say he passed away way too soon playing Russian Roulette. Check out Leonid & Friends on youtube. Russian cover band of Chicago. They are amazing! 25 or 6 to 4 is song they cover.
Their drummer wanted to clear things up, Terri Kath was Not playing Russian Roulette. He didnt realize the gun was loaded and it was accidental not deliberate that he shot himself.
who's on the guitar? The most under-rated guitarist of all time = Terry Kath (RIP 1978). In an interview Jimi Hendrix was asked how it felt to be considered the greatest guitarist of the era. Hendrix replied. "I don't know. you should be asking that guy in Chicago". Terry was self taught and did not read or write music. Had a great voice too - once referred to as the "white Ray Charles" - his voice was kind of low and gravelly and very soulful.
For anyone who enjoys this sound, I must recommend Leonid & Friends. They are a self-described Chicago tribute band, but they also cover E, W, & F plus B, S, & T. They are mostly from Russia with several Ukrainians. They will be touring the U.S. again, soon (I hope). They have this tune plus many others available here on YT.
If you think guitarist, Terry Kath was good in studio, you MUST hear the live version, 1970, Tanglewood concert. He was in a trance. He played like it was an out of body experience. It may be the best guitar solo ever recorded.
Yes👍u should check out Leonid and friends Chicago tribute Band! Saw them 2 weeks ago Kansas City and they are fantastic. Close your eyes n u will think it’s Chicago ❤love
It's just not possible to get any better than this. Terry Kath had the way. An amazing set of vocals, and what can you say about the guitar that hasn't been said a billion times. Just never say he's underrated cuz I'll gouge your eyes out with a rusty wood rasp and send a roving hoarde of giant fire ants to trample you into the ground.
I think we listened to the music back in the day and grooved to it but took the awesome music from the 60s and 70s for granted and now we appreciate it because they don't make music like that anymore!!
Would you please react to Chicago , Make Me Smile. It's one of my favorites by this group. You will love it because Terry Kath is the lead vocalist on this song, he has a very blues voice. You won't regret it.
There are two distinct versions of Chicago. The first, and in my opinion the best, is the version you are listening to. This version, whose top songs are compiled on Chicago IX, is edgier and driven by a legendary horn and rhythm section. It featured three different singers (Lamm, Cetera, and Kath) and collaborative song writing to produce a unique sound. The other, and lesser from my view, is the iteration dominated by Peter Cetera and the over-engineered pop style of David Foster beginning with "If You Leave Me Now."
Said it before and I'll say it again, "BEST BIG CITY BANGER EVER!" There's a live version at Tanglewood on TH-cam that illustrates just how pure the talent is! Hope to see you react to PEG by Steely Dan and The Logical Song by SuperTramp in the near future... Really enjoy your channel!
Hello, for the last few days I keep thinking about your reaction to baker Street and the year of the cat. Since you like saxophone a lot, what about supertramp "logical song or crime of the century", if you don't know it already. If not, you might like them.... Best regards from Berlin, Germany... 😎
25 Or 6 To 4 at Tanglewood has the most awesome solo!
The late Terry Kath... one of the best ever!
Every high school in the 70's played this song at football and basketball games.
Early Chicago with Terry Kath is the best!
I saw this group live when I was a student at Ohio University in the early 1970's. Terry Kath. was still with the band. What an experience to see them jam on stage. One great memory for me
Amazing band
Chicago was never the same after Terry Kath died.
They had three lead singers, peter Cetera, Robert lamm, and Terry Kath
Should see the live version at Tanglewood. The whole concert is fire 🔥
omg, great suggestion! Please go see them do this live - serious shredding, great band dynamics!
yes
Yes X 100000000000000
fire? hell its the best rock album in a 5 year span either way
Yes... Tanglewood ... please !
Terry Kath lead guitar, singer and
(Jimi Hendrix's favorite guitar player)
One of the best guitar solos...ever. Criminally underrated.
Terry Kath is not underrated at all!
@@barneymiller6204
Wrong! Other than musicians, very few have heard of him
Still the best Chicago song in my opinion
Thanks!
I absolutely LOVE young folks enjoying OUR music!!!!
There is a live version of this knocking around TH-cam that will blow your minds. Terry Kath was an incredible guitarist and the band was never the same after his death.
the solo is 10 times better in the live version
The performance at Tanglewood is PHENOMENAL!!! Terry Kath made that guitar beg for mercy, none was to be had. 🎸
That's the truth. Excuse me for saying this to a woman but he was the balls. He was still around when they became a bit soppy but it was clear at the time that things had changed.
@@craigedwards2940 😂 yep
True👍👍👍👍👍
One of the classic guitar solos by Terry Kath, r.i.p. The guitarist that blew away Jimi Hendrix so much Hendrix said Kath was the better of the two.
Yeah, and he was backstage when he tapped 1 of the horn players on the shoulder and said, "Man, he's better than me". I was watching an interview of the guy and he also said that, to this day, when people mention Terry's name, the entire band sheds a tear !!!
Such a loss.
@@HollyVee Agreed. I miss him as well 😔😞😢😭
True.
Not as good sorry
Chicago Great!!!!!
When someone asked Jimi Hendrix what it was like to be the world’s greatest guitarist, Jimi replied “I don’t know. Ask Terry Kath.”
I wish I could remember who authored the statement, Hendrix showed what you could do with a guitar, Terry Kath showed you what you should do with a guitar
Masterpiece !
Don't overlook Danny Seraphine who is a beast on the drums
One of Buddy Rich's favorite drummers actually.That says a lot!
Thank you for mentioning the drummer and the drums!! Is always my favorite!!
@@weksheddweller I should say so....
The drummer hitting that bass drum with those 1/32 notes the whole time, maybe it was over dubbed but in any case what a job he did. I don’t like their later lovey dovey stuff after guitarist Terry Kath accidentally shot himself in the head playing pretend Russian Roulette but early Chicago was fantastic .
Facts!
This is one of the best songs, ever!
It definitely is😁Leonid and Friends Chicago Tribute Band smokes this son n others❤ saw them live 2 weeks ago in Kansas City and was fantastic
Give a listen to...Seals & Crofts - We may never pass this way again. I think you will enjoy. It is wonderful that the younger generation is listening to what I grew up on. You will keep it alive. It is so fun seeing you all appreciate great music and musicians. Enjoy it, we did. ❤
Of all the thousands of times I've heard this song, it just now occurred to me that Terry Kath is basically soloing in the background through the entire song. The horns are so good and they're so anticipated that I've never appreciated what he was doing to compliment them.
The live version in tanglewood is mind blowing to watch. The genius of Terry Kath is on full display...❤
The way chicago is written, has been present since the first album, chicago transit authority
Get ready youngsters for a rock and roll ride !! .. Terry Kath rocks…
The brass and Terry Kath on guitar. Perfect.
The lineup at the time of this recording:
Bass, Lead Vocals : Peter Cetera
Keyboards, Vocals : Robert Lamm
Guitar, Vocals : Terry Kath
Trumpet : Lee Loughnane
Trombone : James Pankow
Saxophone : Walter Parazaider
Drums : Danny Seraphine
What a great lineup! It was never the same, after Kaths’s death.
So legendary.
Every element of this is brilliant, the rhythm lead, the horns, the vocals and harmonies, the drums and of course Terry Kath's insane lead guitar. Only one of the best songs ever recorded.
You said it perfectly
Of course, Terry Kath gets many accolades for his spectacular guitar-playing, and deservedly so. But can we just take a moment to give that drummer his props? Danny Seraphine is awesome. And of course, the horns (trumpet, saxophone, and trombone) are primo! Now you must react to their live performance of this song at Tanglewood in 1970. And then, after that, react to their song Make Me Smile. It's also fire!
The horns are the perfect punctuation at perfect times. Usually exclamations. I like all fills: drum, guitar, horn, KB, etc. They add a perfect spice. Horn fills are way too uncommon.
The entire band had enough talent and confidence to let everyone add their sound to the songs. Different songs showcase particular players, but no one's overshadowed. And three amazing vocalists. All results in a variety of styles that just works. It was a better time when bands like this got out to the public. Radio then, many sources now.
Yep. Danny Seraphine is one of the most underrated drummers of all time. And after watching the Chicago documentary, Now More Than Ever, yesterday, he seems like one of the nicest, most down-to-earth and least egotistical member of the band. It’s too bad he’s not with with them anymore. At least he got to play with them at their Rock ‘n Roll hall of fame induction.
@@crescentfreshbret I am very excited to be going to see Seraphine live next month! His new tour is called "Back to Chicago" (or something like that), and he has added a horn section for this tour. Can't wait!!!
@@talltulip Oh awesome! They should just let him back in Chicago. But then, who knows how he’d do being back with them again? Plus he’s been out of the band for over 30 years, so I guess reintegrating himself back into it after all that time might be awkward.
Yes, there are two tracks of drumming on this song....one laid over the other. Both fire!
Every high school band in America played this song, in the 70's, particularly at basketball games. It allowed all the different instruments in a high school band to be involved, including guitar, drums, and of course a horn section. I played high school basketball and it always got me fired up!
I played the clarinet . Great hearing this song, brings back so many wonderful memories.
I saw them when they were CTA! Life changing event!!!!
Between the early 70s to mid 80s, there was NEVER a time when Chicago wasn’t on the radio-a lot.
Trumpet, Trombone ,and Saxophone.Terrys guitar Peter's Vocals and Bass guitar,Danny's drums,and those harmonies.Spectacular.
And Robert Lamm on keyboards and backing vocals.
Chicago from the 70’s is amazing, check out I’m a Man, Beginnings, Saturday in the Park and Feeling Stronger Every Day for just a few incredible songs.🔥🎧👍
When I was a kid in the early 70s, anyone who started to play guitar learned to play the following three opening riffs. Smoke on the water, stairway to heaven, and this song.👍🔥🎧
So true, so true. and maybe ":China Grove".
Terry Kath, not only a guitar God but his vocals a blessing
The white Ray Charles.
100% AGREE. Checking out Terry Kath's vocals on Make Me Smile is a must! #gonetoosoon
That big brass sound is three guys, a sax, a trumpet, and a trombone.
Best song ever
My high school days... Takes me back
These “yunguns” just got introduced to one of the (if not THE) best rock n roll songs (best guitar solo for sure!) of all time! They will never know how growing up in the 60’s and 70’s was like! But guess what! Those of us who did… will all die every happy campers!!!!
Terry Kath, the guitarist was the driving force behind early Chicago. His era is more of a rock band, however he died tragically. He thought a gun was unloaded and put it to his head, saying "Don't worry, it's empty" and pulled the trigger and it wasn't empty. After he died, the record company started demanding they play love songs after scoring big on a couple of hits. Each member of Chicago was highly skilled. The vocalist on this song was Peter Cetera and he went on to sing most of the love songs until leaving for a solo career. Early Chicago is astounding! Agree that you need to watch the live at Tanglewood version. I saw them several times while Terry Kath was there and most recently in 2016. Always a great show.
The story of Terry Kath's senseless death always boggled my mind, still does. The man had SO much talent, and to put a gun to your head to just prove it wasn't loaded? Ridiculous...such a waste of a life. Anybody who would do that, TO ME, has a death wish, or is just plain foolish...Sigh...
Exactly.
AN EARLY CLASSIC,, CHICAGO "DOES ANYBODY REALLY KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS"
Words cannot describe the joy of watching your genuine reactions to the music I grew up on! It's like I'm reliving it through you guys and your reactions for the first time all over again!
Ryan will love all of Chicago!!
My older brother was a teenager when this came out, and he played this album to death. It was one of the reasons he became a bass guitarist.
Back in the day every high school band played this at all the games! Memories galore for this guy!
This was great quality music we teens listened to in the 70s. One of the many great bands played on the radio stations regularly
should react to "Make Me Smile", "Questions 67 & 68" (horns, horns), Dialogue I & II, Saturday in the Park, Feelin Stronger every day (bass), and Old Days. After Kath's death in 1978 the band changed somewhat with a focus on softer melodies and ballads, which highlighted Cetera's vocal talents. But early Chicago, 69-78, are definitely their best.
We played this when I was in band . GO PELL CITY MARCHING BAND OF GOLD !!!!
You kids make me enjoy this over again as a first-timer there are many more songs from this group. Seek them out. You will not be disappointed.
Great 70s guitar! You want Great 70s drum? Try, John Henry Bonham! Led Zeppelin - Moby Dick (Live at The Royal Albert Hall 1970) [Official Video] out of this world!!!
Yes....horns trumpet' sax and trombone! Some of these guys majored in music in college at the same time....I think Cornell.
CTA @ Tanglewood really shines!!
There is another great horn/rock band, underappreciated, off the beaten path:
"Sons Of Champlin" - Album: 'Loosen Up Naturally' 1969 - Songs: '1982-A', then 'Get High'; after that pick any song on the album.
"The Sons of Champlin are an American rock band, from Marin County in the San Francisco-Bay area, formed in 1965. They are one of the 1960s San Francisco bands, along with Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead and Moby Grape."
If you are interested in another case of underappreciated 'san francisco sound' greatness,
I think you would appreciate the band/album "It's a Beautiful Day" (1969) and the songs 'Hot Summer Day' (soft), 'Wasted Union Blues' (hard)...(they had a hit with "White Bird" but you can wait on that until or if you decide you want to hear more)
Chicago is another Awesome Band! I totally get into the Jam of all the instruments!!! Another Timeless Band! Rock On!!! 🤘🤟👊✊🤙
Every member of this band just CRUSHES IT. Such a great song!
Terry Kath was an incredible guitarist. The entire group are all incredible musicians. They had three really good vocalists, Peter Cetera, Robert Lamm & Terry Kath. Great drummer. They have horn players. There really early stuff was incredible.
Chicago was always big on the brass. They are legend! Speaking of You’re the Inspiration, it’s mine and my husband’s song, we’ve been married 37 years.
Live at Tanglewood is so much fun.
Chicago takes you on a journey... then brings you back Home...
This track takes your senses on a crazy ride. One of the reasons I've always loved "Chicago" is because of their heavy use of brass... LOVE THAT... and these guys are so incredibly talented...
they originally called themselves "Chicago Transit Authority", but had to change their name as the real Chicago Transit Authority was threatening to file a suit for name infringement. The City of Chicago didn't mind and liked the idea- so they were thereafter & forever known simply a "Chicago" - where all but one were born, and all were raised and schooled there. All of their albums used the Roman Numeral to signify the number of album in progression. Very impressed with you young guys enjoying and realizing the talents in this group. They were the first rock group to be invited to perform a concert at New York's Carnegie Hall which was sold out for a week in 1971(Chicago IV is a 4-album live recording of that concert). You know that Chicago sold more albums and had more Top 40 hits during the '70's than any other American group, having sold over 100 mil (25 gold, 18 platinum and 8 multi-platinum); 5 consecutive #1 albums and 20 top 10 singles; also had all of their first 7 albums in the top 100 at the same time! They are one of the longest and most successful American bands of all time (2nd to The Beach Boys) according to RIAA & Billboard; CTA album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2014; they have had 9 songs nominated for Grammys (the most by a rock group) - "If You Leave Me Now" did receive a Grammy; Lamm, Cetera and Pankow are enshrined in the Songwriters Hall of Fame; the original group/members were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2016; and the group received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020. Kath died in '78 (RIP); Cetera left in '85; and Seraphine (drummer) left in 1990. It was this solo, when performed LIVE at Tanglewood, that Jimi Hendrix was present. In an interview after the concert, Jimi Hendrix was asked how he felt being referred to as the best guitarist - to which Hendrix replied - "I wouldn't know. You should be asking that guy in Chicago".
Peter Cetera sang this song with his jaw wired shut. Back in the day, the Chicago Cubs were in town to play the Dodgers. Cetera went to the game. Chicago won and I guess that pissed off some marines who were at the game. They took it out on Cetera because he was a long-hair and an obvious Cubs fan. His jaw got broken in the fight. By the time the recording session came around, his jaw was wired shut but they said we gotta do this. He sang that way and it actually made him change the way he sang. He sang with clenched teeth.
Welcome to Terry Kath! Its Sax Trombone and Trumpet. Same guys for 50 years.
The best band I've every seen live ,, and I've seen many from the 60 tees to present day incredible live !!!!¡😊
Definitely remember playing this in high school marching band. 😂❤
Terry Kath on guitar bros .Sorry to say he passed away way too soon playing Russian Roulette. Check out Leonid & Friends on youtube. Russian cover band of Chicago. They are amazing! 25 or 6 to 4 is song they cover.
Leonid & Friends are awesome !!
Their drummer wanted to clear things up, Terri Kath was Not playing Russian Roulette. He didnt realize the gun was loaded and it was accidental not deliberate that he shot himself.
Terry's solo at the Live at Tanglewood show was epic. He wailed. The baddest mfckin solo you will ever see.
Chicago is known for their BRASS. It is heavy in all their songs.
I was given this album for my 16th birthday! Guess what? I still got it and the stereo to boot😁
Another song by Chicago featuring a different lead vocalist is Beginnings sung by Robert Lamb.
He was on acid.
"Wondering how much I can take... should I try do some more ?"
His take on 25th song... or 6 to 4am.
who's on the guitar? The most under-rated guitarist of all time = Terry Kath (RIP 1978). In an interview Jimi Hendrix was asked how it felt to be considered the greatest guitarist of the era. Hendrix replied. "I don't know. you should be asking that guy in Chicago". Terry was self taught and did not read or write music. Had a great voice too - once referred to as the "white Ray Charles" - his voice was kind of low and gravelly and very soulful.
It is a must, this song live at Tanglewood, 1970
Terry Kath on Guitar (Tanglewood Live version he cuts loose).
Peter Cetera (tenor) and Bass player.
For anyone who enjoys this sound, I must recommend Leonid & Friends. They are a self-described Chicago tribute band, but they also cover E, W, & F plus B, S, & T. They are mostly from Russia with several Ukrainians. They will be touring the U.S. again, soon (I hope). They have this tune plus many others available here on YT.
Thank you for calling them a tribute band and not a cover band
@@kimchristianson9134, Some would fail to know the difference.
I remember well when early Chicago hit the scene. L&F recently helped me rediscover my appreciation of early, jazzy, brassy Chicago.
th-cam.com/video/9_torOTK5qc/w-d-xo.html
Ahhhh.. they cover Tower of power as well! Great renditions!
You guys are great ! You do the same expressions I still do after listening to this song for over 50 years ! Lol 😂
Thanks !
i know i know im a little late to the party but great reaction guys !! stankface bobbleheads a rockin !!
Peter Cetera has a great voice.
If you think guitarist, Terry Kath was good in studio, you MUST hear the live version, 1970, Tanglewood concert. He was in a trance. He played like it was an out of body experience. It may be the best guitar solo ever recorded.
Yes👍u should check out Leonid and friends Chicago tribute Band! Saw them 2 weeks ago Kansas City and they are fantastic. Close your eyes n u will think it’s Chicago ❤love
This is one of my all time favorite songs ever too. It doesn’t get any better than this song. ❤️😁
It's just not possible to get any better than this. Terry Kath had the way. An amazing set of vocals, and what can you say about the guitar that hasn't been said a billion times. Just never say he's underrated cuz I'll gouge your eyes out with a rusty wood rasp and send a roving hoarde of giant fire ants to trample you into the ground.
Makes me want to move
Ty for the 2nd time through on the solo. Also much respect to the drummer who i think is over looked.
Yes, Tanglewood in 1973 will blow your minds, this song. Very cusp of amateur to Stars for decades long top of the charts.
Agree … “one of the best songs I ever heard” … when it came out and every day since … brilliant track with everything!
My first concert was "Chicago". Was awesome. My girlfriend and I jumped into my '65 Chevelle and headed to Portland. 😊. The Peter Cetera years.
Yeah. You gotta watch Chicago live at Tanglewood. The guitarist leaves you breathless
502 dudes. oh man listen to Chicago song. (I've been) searchin' so long. (remaster) it's lit. thanks be safe johnny
A perfect song a perfect solo a perfect song a perfect group!
I think we listened to the music back in the day and grooved to it but took the awesome music from the 60s and 70s for granted and now we appreciate it because they don't make music like that anymore!!
One of my favourite songs from the seventies which is saying a lot considering the multitude of incredible music that came from that era.
Terry Kath was an amazing guitar player.... even Jimmy Hendrix was amazed by him
Here's another one 'South California Purples' from CTA
I was in the marching band in high school and yes, we played this song on the football field.
It was my favorite song we did!
I was in marching band too, and we played this song endlessly, to the point, I hated it, hehehe!!!
I grew up in Chicago and as a Teen I was enthralled with their first 2 albums...Kath on Guitar was complimented by of all guitarists, Jimi Hendrix.
Would you please react to Chicago , Make Me Smile. It's one of my favorites by this group. You will love it because Terry Kath is the lead vocalist on this song, he has a very blues voice. You won't regret it.
Chicago had the tightest horns
There are two distinct versions of Chicago. The first, and in my opinion the best, is the version you are listening to. This version, whose top songs are compiled on Chicago IX, is edgier and driven by a legendary horn and rhythm section. It featured three different singers (Lamm, Cetera, and Kath) and collaborative song writing to produce a unique sound. The other, and lesser from my view, is the iteration dominated by Peter Cetera and the over-engineered pop style of David Foster beginning with "If You Leave Me Now."
Early Chicago music is a deep deep rabbit hole you will love!
Said it before and I'll say it again, "BEST BIG CITY BANGER EVER!" There's a live version at Tanglewood on TH-cam that illustrates just how pure the talent is!
Hope to see you react to PEG by Steely Dan and The Logical Song by SuperTramp in the near future... Really enjoy your channel!
Hello, for the last few days I keep thinking about your reaction to baker Street and the year of the cat. Since you like saxophone a lot, what about supertramp "logical song or crime of the century", if you don't know it already. If not, you might like them.... Best regards from Berlin, Germany... 😎