On their DVD(CNN Movies) Robert Lamm recounts the time Jimmy Hendrix came up to him backstage to tell him "what an awful time they were going to have with success", "Cuz your horns play with one set of lungs, and your guitar player is better than I am..." , talking about Terry Kath, who died in 1978 of an accidentally self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. www.amazon.com/Chicago-More-Than-Ever-History/dp/B073ZYTG1C/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=chicago+now+more+than+ever&qid=1593057404&sr=8-3
Jimi Hendrix said in a paper when being interviewed about how it feels like to be the best guitarist in the world" and jimi replied and pointed to Terry Kath and said I dont know, why dont you go ask that guy." :))
Terry Kath was incredible...listening now, again [after all these years], to the orchestration - horn sections, rhythm, etc - this band was truly incredible...I don't think there are many groups like this anymore...
Hate to sound like an old person - - but they do not make music like this anymore. Thank you for the reaction. One of my favorite songs of all time . . .
I am an old person, and you are right; they don't make music like this anywhere. The 60's and 70's were full of massive song writing hits, producing some of the best music ever created.
@@jimmyb8060 hey old guy...you are 100% correct. Born in 63 I feel I wtnessed the best era of music ever. Terry Kath was phenom...his tragic and untimely death changed the course of this band and they lost many fans like me. That whole Peter Cetera era was projectile vomit bad IMO.
I saw an interview not long ago where Bobby Lamm described Terry as their engine in those days. He wrote a lovely tribute to Terry called "Out of the Blue". It's on YT, of course.
This is true. However, having seen them live several times, once rather recently, they still crush it live. They put on a great show, and there’s nothing like hearing the songs live, in person.
@@andyscott5277 absolutely they crush it. Was planning to see them with my daughters this summer for a girls night out. That's still a big question considering.
@@andyscott5277 The live show of theirs I remember most is one I went to back in the 80s. They were playing in one of those domed sports-stadium venues, with the stage at one end of the oval -- so the seats at that end of the oval, behind the stage area, were not *supposed* to be occupied. But the show sold out so fast that the promoter decided to sell those seats as well, so there were about a thousand fans back there who were basically paying to stare at the backs of the band's heads for two hours. :( And then, halfway through their set, pretty much the whole band suddenly turned around on stage and started playing for those guys in the "bad" seats. :) (Well, except for the percussionists; you can't exactly rotate an entire drum kit 180 degrees on a whim.) And not just for one song, either; they gave those guys a good half-hour of the show, just to make sure they got something worth seeing for their money. I always thought that was a very classy move on their part.
Bally Astrocade that’s an awesome story, thanks for that! They’re still very cool, very generous. Last time I saw them was pretty recently at an outdoor venue in Youngstown, OH. Even though a lightning storm threatened to shut down the show at any minute, they still played an entire show, with one amazing tune after another.
Hendrix invented so much that we take for granted. Anyhow he was intensely insecure about his singing. I could see him being really blown away by Kath’s vocal ability.
My very first concert in 1975 was Chicago. Terry Kath was to the right of the stage wearing some overalls and making sounds with that Telecaster that took my breath away. RIP my brother Terry. He was the soul of the band.
Terry Kath back in the day was called a "white Ray Charles" Chicago used to open for Jimmy Hendrix back in the day. Jimmy said of Terry Kath on guitar "this cat blows me away"
Did you see the interview when his daughter went to hunt for his guitars? It was both heartbreaking and heartwarming. I learned a lot about Terry Kath.
@@anastasiabeaverhausen516 Yeah like agirlwholovesjesus said it's on Amazon Prime. I'm gonna watch it again for sure. What a tragic, terrible, senseless loss that was man oh man.
Terry Kath had such a rich and soulful voice. I've heard him referred to as the white Ray Charles. "Wishing You Were Here" is one that Terry also sings; Peter Cetera sings the bridge, and the Beach Boys sing backing vocals. Excellent.
This is like my favorite song by Chicago and after all these years I never knew those were the Beach Boys singing background vocals. Thank you for sharing that info 👍
Saw them perform that song with the Beach Boys at Foxboro Stadium (now Gillette Stadium). All those voices, those harmonies...the heavy rain didn't exist at that moment 😊
Personally, WYWH was about the time I stopped lovin Chicago. They got so syrupy their manhood got ripped from their bodies. Give me Chicago I, II, III.
@@christopherbako The SNL version from 1976 when they played 3 (three!) songs! You've got to dig to find them, I think. Yeah. That boy could make a gargoyle weep. Another loss. But thanks to modern recording, still a win!
"Terry!!" Jimi once said he was the best guitarist he ever heard, watched, proud to know. What a treat to watch you, Jamel, letting in and feeling these amazing musicians. Please get into Blood Sweat & Tears after exploring all that is the greatest jazz horn rock cross-over easy-listening band! RIP Terry! Another gone waaaayy toooo soon.
David Spitzmesser.. I remember reading of his death in Rolling Stone. I was stationed in Germany at the time. Supposedly the last thing he said was, "don't worry, it's not loaded". Sad.
Doesn't it? Talk about "sharing the joy"! The glorious things that humans can achieve, that endlessly bring us together. This was a blast. Jamel is a prince. Chicago was/is spectacular.
Terry’s daughter put out a great documentary in 2017 on her Dad called the Terry Kath Experience . It’s a must-watch for any Chicago fan. Not only one of the best guitarists of all time, but an equally great singer.
Terry Kath was such a damn boss. My husband and I walked out to this song at the processional at our wedding and our first dance was to Searching for So Long also by Chicago in 2008. Around that same time I saw the most unbelievable concert with Chicago and Earth Wind and Fire- the combined horn sections and the switching of vocalists between groups was out of control.
First three. The live Carnegie Hall LP has its moments, especially on the Rhino re-release, as to V and VI. You pick your spots until Kath's final effort on XI.
My Mom played the Chicago Transit Authority album when I was literally in utero in 1970-1971 and I've loved Chicago ever sense. My earliest memories are of my Daddy dancing with me at about four to Chicago and waking me in the mornings singing Wake Up Sunshine'. People who only know the 1980s Chicago really are missing out. My favorite song though will always be 'Introductions'.
I remember when his death was reported - my drum teacher was so bummed. BTW, love the WMMS Buzzard logo (yes, I grew up through the inception of 'MMS and all the great music that came through Cleveland then).
@@die2tri448 The way I found out about his death was my mother meeting me at the door to tell me when I got home from junior high school. She knew that I was a big Chicago fan because that year I had asked for one of their albums for my birthday.
Jamal, your reaction to this lead singer made me really happy for you. It's the same guy blasting his guitarist, Terry Kath. He passed away in 1978, but there was a global celebration of his 75th birthday last Sunday January 31. He was the heart and soul of Chicago Transit Authority. I started my first horn band in high school after them when they came out in 1969, so that makes me an old guy who's especially glad you're gettin' off on them today. If you wanna check out other tunes where he sings lead AND blows guitar wtih Chicago, check out "In The Country" and "It Better End Soon." One of my faves of his is "An Hour In the Shower." Can't go wrong!
Leonid and Friends is a band from Russia that does nearly perfect covers of Chicago songs. It's a beautiful testament to the power of good music and open minds.
Why even bother talking about a lousy tribute band here that steals songs from the real Chicago?! I just saw the REAL Chicago last week. Still great and going strong for 56 years.
Terry Kath was a legend. It was such a tragedy that day when he accidentally killed himself. It nearly broke up Chicago; they did recover but that voice was missing and their music had to become different as a result. Don't get me wrong; Peter Cetera did a fantastic job in the ensuing years, but us old-school Chicago fans will always miss Terry.
@Doug Kirk Regarding Kath and Cetera's struggles, not excusing it, but that's nothing new. Happens in a lot bands. I even heard that the reason Tony Williams left Myles after "In A Silent Way" was because Tony said that the music up to that point was shaped like a V (that is, with him at the center) afterwards it changed to an X and he had to move on.
No debate here, I'm 63, retired musician, and Terry was one of my heroes. Integrated with that fabulous horn section, Chicago was THE band to see back in the day.
Have this on vinyl, 8-trk, cassette, and CD. And thanks to yew tewb....video. Like Hendrix said, "Man your horn section is like one big lung and your guitar player is better than I am.....wanna go on tour?"
There comes a time when “ chosen “ musicians get together and begin to craft their music , of all genres, and something magical occurs. They ( Chicago ) all complimented each other musically!!! And that horn section! When I first heard them in the late 70’s I thought it was at least a 5 piece section!!! Wow!
Terry Kath (guitar) was the lead vocalist on this track. Bill Lamm (keyboards) and Peter Cetera (bass) also sing lead on songs but with drastically different vocal stylings. The three guys blended their vocals so well, hope you enjoy your trip through their catalog.
Yes a must... live... @ Woodstock if possible ! It's hard to believe that Woodstock was only their 2nd show as a group..... wow with a crowd of only 400,000+ ✌😎
According to Robert Lamm, Jimi talked with them after seeing them in concert and he told Robert “you know, your guitarist is better than me”. Many variations of this story have evolved over the years. Some likely showing up on this comment thread.
Of the 3 who would sing lead on Chicago songs , Terry Kath was my favorite. He literally was the soul of Chicago. He was the one who would slather the stank all over all those beautiful melodies and arrangements, either with his guitar or his voice. They lost the magical ingredient when he died and were never the same though they still would crank out poppy hits.
what about BS&T? (Blood, Sweat and Tears) or The Electric Flag or Lighthouse (from Canada) their song "One Fine Morning" was awesome. they had horns AND strings, or Tower of Power
I was in junior high school in '72; that song was played constantly on the radio and I NEVER GOT TIRED OF IT! In fact, when they played the short version, I'd get angry, as I do with ALL short versions. But "Dialogue 1 & 2", the way it builds in intensity, not just in volume but from its arrangement, wow, ending with "We can make it happen!" gospel chant until it gets clipped halfway through the word hap-
Introduction is a masterpiece. watch the Terry Kath documentary on Netflix (if it's still there). they told the story of how Terry, with no formal musical arrangement training, pulled that complex bundle of time signatures, fully formed, straight out of his head. and, Chicago has been one of my desert island bands for nearly 50 years.
That’s right, can’t forget about Robert Lamm, completing the baritone, tenor, high-tenor trifecta. Lamm wrote a lot of the tunes, at least early on, and let the other guys sing them if he felt their voices fit better. Sometimes they’d all take a shot at it to decide who’s voice was right for the song.
@@andyscott5277 Great info, Andy & Joel! I've never been a Chicago album listener, or well-versed in their history, but totally all-in on their hit singles! Also zeroed in on them a bit more when they (and/or a couple members) shared Caribou studio space with the Beach Boys, and recorded together! Again, thanks!
bradness sure thing! Lamm is the only original singer left in Chicago. There are some original horn players still in the band, and their lineup is ever changing, but they’re still amazing live!
We were all so blessed to have been born during the years when music was AMAZING! We heard it on the radios and t.v. at home, in restaurants, and when shopping. Most of us knew it back then, now there should be no doubt of how lucky we were. Thank you for your reaction Jamel_AKA_ Jamal.
You ought to hear the whole 13 minutes of "Ballet for a Girl In Buchannon" - this song is the beginning and end of that. It also includes Color My World.
Color My World is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard and I first heard it from this band 51 years ago as a high school freshman after buying that simply light blue double album cover with Chicago emblazoned across the center in cursive writing. Oh what a day to hear it as part of Ballet for a Girl From Buchanan after I bought Chicago II to listen to 25 or 6 to 4.
He is the best drummer I have ever heard, and I've listened to a lot of great drummers like Stewart Copeland (Police), Ringo, Keith Moon, the guy in Dave Matthews Band, etc. But Danny Seraphine is just amazing, and so underrated.
Terry Kath is an overlooked great guitar player. So great in fact that Jimi Hendrix said this after seeing Chicago perform. "Saxophone player Walt Parazaider said that after a CTA gig, Jimi told him "Walt, the horns are like one set of lungs, and your guitar player is better than me."
Chicago was great when Terry was alive. They kinda lost this greatness when Peter Cetera took his place. Have you heard Beginnings off the same album? In fact, that whole Transit Authority album is like a greatest hits album almost.
Actually, a guitarist named Donnie Dacus took Kath's place in Chicago right after his death. I remember it vividly because I was looking at his picture in a trade mag with the article and thinking, "Oh, no; this poor kid".
The more I listen to Chicago, the more I think their drummer was one of the most underrated out there. Single bass drum, and he drives the heck out of it.
Terry Kath wza AMAZING guitarist. Alot OF PPL thought he was black when the song first came out. Then Chicago exploded w/1 hit after another. Boy those were the DAYS Many of us over the hill miss... Rock on J.
Chicago had 3 incredible incredible singers, this one lead by terry kath, high energy big man with who sang with the deeper voice, Robert lamb, the keyboard player was the mid range, ex Saturday in the park, and Peter center a has the higher tone, 25 or 6 to four singer, but together with the horns they as you said affect the soul with their incredible music,
I just signed on to Vimeo (under my real name) so that I can follow your reactions there. Yeah, Chicago had it all: keys, bass, drums, horns and other gadgets, amazing vocals, and a whole lotta soul.
I’d go with “you make me so very happy” the verses are just so smooth then the chorus just smacks you in the face lol... I’d recommend Tower of Power too all three great brass bands
The producer of Chicago and Blood Sweat and Teats was James william guercio. Funny how tay almost sound the same. But lots of booze and brawling like in the comentments with BSAT.. while Chicago made 3 double albums in 3 years
It's Feb. 2021, and I'm just now watching this reaction. The joy you're showing and expressing absolutely matches the joy Chicago must have felt recording this song....awesome!
I am a 50 yr old white guy and just subscried to your page after seeing this. I was a kid when my old man use to listen to Chicago on a turntable and always thought the music was well done etc... I am very pleased that you liked it and look forward to checking out some of ur other vids. I father told me once the fimilar line that "music is the universal language". You've proven that today.
This is a single made from the beginning and end of "Ballet for Girl in Buchannon." The whole suite began with "Make Me Smile then ended with a reprise. I used to listen to the entire piece over and over again.
Chicago was my favorite band in the late 60' and 70' as I absolutely loved their 3 horn players. I wish I could hit the like button several times! Thank you Jamal for reacting to Chicago!
Casi tengo 64, crecí con increíble música, Chicago... Increíble y maravillosa banda, Terry Kath un genio incomprendido, toda la banda maravillosa!!! Un fuerte abrazo desde la Ciudad de México. Gracias por el video.
I remember when I was a little four year-old and my dad used to play in clubs and my mom and would go pick him up after the gig at 2am and you could hear this playing in the DJ booth when people swung the door open and people would be outside sharing a joint having a good time. Loved living in the 70s. 👍🏼
I wore out my vinyl of Chicago II in the early 70's. Love to see Jamel enjoy it so much and reaffirm for me how great this band was. Seven guys so together they were off-the-planet good.
Imagine living in a world where this level of music was played on the radio. Those were great days.
*high five*
I can...I was there...and it was great...
This music makes me smile!
Yep😂😂😂🍻🍻🕺💃🏼🕺💃🏼💃🏼🕺👍👍👍👍
high school for me, bad ass tunes, and muscle cars
Terry Kath, plays like Jimi Hendrix, sings like Ray Charles.
On their DVD(CNN Movies) Robert Lamm recounts the time Jimmy Hendrix came up to him backstage to tell him "what an awful time they were going to have with success", "Cuz your horns play with one set of lungs, and your guitar player is better than I am..." , talking about Terry Kath, who died in 1978 of an accidentally self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
www.amazon.com/Chicago-More-Than-Ever-History/dp/B073ZYTG1C/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=chicago+now+more+than+ever&qid=1593057404&sr=8-3
@@Telephonebill51 I can confirm this. It's been stated many times over the years.
Sums it up perfectly!
Jimi Hendrix said in a paper when being interviewed about how it feels like to be the best guitarist in the world" and jimi replied and pointed to Terry Kath and said I dont know, why dont you go ask that guy." :))
TK - Top Shelf ~ R.I.P 🎸🙏
Terry Kath was incredible...listening now, again [after all these years], to the orchestration - horn sections, rhythm, etc - this band was truly incredible...I don't think there are many groups like this anymore...
Word!!
oh yeah!! greatest sound ever!! saw them over 100 times....nuff said!
I mean......where are they?
When Kath died he took the soul of Chicago with him. RIP Terry.
There weren't many like them back then too
Hate to sound like an old person - - but they do not make music like this anymore. Thank you for the reaction. One of my favorite songs of all time . . .
I am an old person, and you are right; they don't make music like this anywhere. The 60's and 70's were full of massive song writing hits, producing some of the best music ever created.
Chicago was the first band to integrate vocals with music like they did more than just guitars, drums and vocals).
I’m so friggen old, and I agree 100%. We really had it all.
@@mikewrasman5103 #TerryKath
@@jimmyb8060 hey old guy...you are 100% correct. Born in 63 I feel I wtnessed the best era of music ever. Terry Kath was phenom...his tragic and untimely death changed the course of this band and they lost many fans like me. That whole Peter Cetera era was projectile vomit bad IMO.
This is Terry Kath singing lead on this song, this band actually had 3 lead singers and they were all excellent.
and all the background singers could easily hold their own too
Absolutely 💯
The song is sang by Terry Kath, the guitarist going off with that solo.
I've always loved his voice, so distinctive.
"sung".
@@laustcawz2089 he wasn't sunging, he was sanging. Have you watched this guy before? ; )
They never were the same after he died
@@stevenpowell7435 such a huge loss to the music world. What a talent.
The Late, Great, and severely Underrated Lead Singer Terry Kath. R.I.P. Terry!
I was in the Army stationed in Okinawa Japan when he accidentally shot himself in the head
Beautiful voice, Beautiful guitarist. One that can never be replaced. He kicked ass! RIP 🙏Terry...
I still get goosebumps listening to Chicago after all these years ❤️ the One and Only Terry Kath RIP
Absolutely!🤗❤ my 1st date 1972 Seattle...Chicago at their best baby
me too
One of the saddest times of my life when we lost Terry Kath. RIP
My goodness, this is too good
Tragically, Terry Kath passed away in 1978; and the band never sounded the same again. He was considered the heart and soul of the group.
I saw an interview not long ago where Bobby Lamm described Terry as their engine in those days. He wrote a lovely tribute to Terry called "Out of the Blue". It's on YT, of course.
This is true. However, having seen them live several times, once rather recently, they still crush it live. They put on a great show, and there’s nothing like hearing the songs live, in person.
@@andyscott5277 absolutely they crush it. Was planning to see them with my daughters this summer for a girls night out. That's still a big question considering.
@@andyscott5277 The live show of theirs I remember most is one I went to back in the 80s. They were playing in one of those domed sports-stadium venues, with the stage at one end of the oval -- so the seats at that end of the oval, behind the stage area, were not *supposed* to be occupied. But the show sold out so fast that the promoter decided to sell those seats as well, so there were about a thousand fans back there who were basically paying to stare at the backs of the band's heads for two hours. :(
And then, halfway through their set, pretty much the whole band suddenly turned around on stage and started playing for those guys in the "bad" seats. :) (Well, except for the percussionists; you can't exactly rotate an entire drum kit 180 degrees on a whim.) And not just for one song, either; they gave those guys a good half-hour of the show, just to make sure they got something worth seeing for their money. I always thought that was a very classy move on their part.
Bally Astrocade that’s an awesome story, thanks for that! They’re still very cool, very generous. Last time I saw them was pretty recently at an outdoor venue in Youngstown, OH. Even though a lightning storm threatened to shut down the show at any minute, they still played an entire show, with one amazing tune after another.
Sad irony: This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes.
Agree, Kath’s voice was amazing and think he was only in his 20’s singing like that. Wow!!
Twas called the "black Ray Charles"!!! Great voice........
Someone interviewed Jimi Hendrix and asked "What's it like to be the greatest guitar player?" He said "I don't know, you'll have to ask Terry Kath."
Truth!
The lead singer was guitarist Terry Kath, who Jimi Hendrix once said was a better guitar player than he was, and that’s enough for me…
and somebody asked Eddie how it feels to rated the best guitarist and he replied idk ask alex lifeson ?
Jimi was the humblest of artists...
Hendrix invented so much that we take for granted. Anyhow he was intensely insecure about his singing. I could see him being really blown away by Kath’s vocal ability.
Whom not who
Add Phil Keaggy, Rory Gallagher and Jan Akkerman to that mix!
I get chills down my spine when hear Terry's voice. Never be another like him!
I thought the same. But chills with a tear or two.
Terry Kath was an amazing musician. When he died, the band lost its soul. Incredible guitarist and vocalist
ABSOLUTELY!! Couldn't have Said it Better!!
My very first concert in 1975 was Chicago. Terry Kath was to the right of the stage wearing some overalls and making sounds with that Telecaster that took my breath away. RIP my brother Terry. He was the soul of the band.
I Saw Chicago At Chicago Stadium In I Guess 1975.The Only Time I Got To See Terry In Person, Unfortunately.
Danny made a lot of noise with that little drum set he used. Outstanding.
Great Noise!
very underrated drummer
Danny’s playing fits the song like a glove
Terry Kath back in the day was called a "white Ray Charles" Chicago used to open for Jimmy Hendrix back in the day. Jimmy said of Terry Kath on guitar "this cat blows me away"
Did you see the interview when his daughter went to hunt for his guitars? It was both heartbreaking and heartwarming. I learned a lot about Terry Kath.
@@anastasiabeaverhausen516 That documentary was fantastic.
Mike K now I'm trying to remember where I saw it! I want to watch again.
It's on Amazon Prime.
@@anastasiabeaverhausen516 Yeah like agirlwholovesjesus said it's on Amazon Prime. I'm gonna watch it again for sure. What a tragic, terrible, senseless loss that was man oh man.
Terry Kath had such a rich and soulful voice. I've heard him referred to as the white Ray Charles. "Wishing You Were Here" is one that Terry also sings; Peter Cetera sings the bridge, and the Beach Boys sing backing vocals. Excellent.
Love that song !!!!
This is like my favorite song by Chicago and after all these years I never knew those were the Beach Boys singing background vocals. Thank you for sharing that info 👍
Saw them perform that song with the Beach Boys at Foxboro Stadium (now Gillette Stadium). All those voices, those harmonies...the heavy rain didn't exist at that moment 😊
Personally, WYWH was about the time I stopped lovin Chicago. They got so syrupy their manhood got ripped from their bodies. Give me Chicago I, II, III.
I call it the Halloween song. It has a spooky vibe to it.
The line in the song "cry sweet tears of joy" is prescient because that's what I was doing all the way through this.
@redroosterparty cry sweet tears of joy, touch the sky wonderful!!
Amen!
Me three!❤🌷😀😅😅😅😅😅😁
Terry Kath had a unique voice, a great style. So happy I lived thru this period... Excellent!!!!
They called Terry Kath “The white Ray Charles”
Have you listened to Richard Manuel? You'd like him. Check out his Georgia version 😀
I didn’t realize that ! He does sound just like Ray Charles !! Love it !!
@@christopherbako The SNL version from 1976 when they played 3 (three!) songs! You've got to dig to find them, I think. Yeah. That boy could make a gargoyle weep. Another loss. But thanks to modern recording, still a win!
And Duane Allman was the white Elmore James
Me: "Think you can you make me smile?" Terry Kath with a few friends: "Hold my beer..." RIP Mr. Kath... you are immortal.
"Terry!!" Jimi once said he was the best guitarist he ever heard, watched, proud to know. What a treat to watch you, Jamel, letting in and feeling these amazing musicians. Please get into Blood Sweat & Tears after exploring all that is the greatest jazz horn rock cross-over easy-listening band! RIP Terry! Another gone waaaayy toooo soon.
Chicago's first 2 double albums are some of the best recordings ever made.
Chicago tanglewood 1970 is CTA at their finest live.
And CTA stands for Chicago Transit Authority, which later became simply "Chicago" for trademark/legal reasons. For those who don't know
That concert is amazing. I thought Kath was going to just explode during the guitar break on 25 or 6 to 4. Just burns it down.
The late great Terry Kath on vocals and guitar. Tragic loss to music.
Such an awesome talent. Great voice. Kath and Neil Young are two of the most under-rated guitar players ever, in my opinion.
David Spitzmesser.. I remember reading of his death in Rolling Stone. I was stationed in Germany at the time. Supposedly the last thing he said was, "don't worry, it's not loaded". Sad.
Just a monster talent.
Forever missed.
The joy on your face, when you listened to this.....does my heart good!
Doesn't it? Talk about "sharing the joy"! The glorious things that humans can achieve, that endlessly bring us together. This was a blast. Jamel is a prince. Chicago was/is spectacular.
Listening to Kath's voice, makes me cry 😭. Such an incredibly soulful voice. What a loss.
Me too. I agree.
I cry every time I hear this song. Also the "Let the Sunshine In" part of "Age of Aquarius"
"Make Me Smile" is like a rock opera presentation. It is timeless.
Terry’s daughter put out a great documentary in 2017 on her Dad called the Terry Kath Experience . It’s a must-watch for any Chicago fan. Not only one of the best guitarists of all time, but an equally great singer.
He sure was, excellent voice
Where do you find it
Loved it! Must watch
Yes, we watched that too! Really boosted my level of appreciation for this man and this band! Great story!
#michellekathsimclair
Terry Kath was such a damn boss. My husband and I walked out to this song at the processional at our wedding and our first dance was to Searching for So Long also by Chicago in 2008. Around that same time I saw the most unbelievable concert with Chicago and Earth Wind and Fire- the combined horn sections and the switching of vocalists between groups was out of control.
Tower of Power. These old brass driven groups were da 💣
Listen to their first two albums. They are masterpieces.
First three. The live Carnegie Hall LP has its moments, especially on the Rhino re-release, as to V and VI. You pick your spots until Kath's final effort on XI.
My Mom played the Chicago Transit Authority album when I was literally in utero in 1970-1971 and I've loved Chicago ever sense. My earliest memories are of my Daddy dancing with me at about four to Chicago and waking me in the mornings singing Wake Up Sunshine'. People who only know the 1980s Chicago really are missing out. My favorite song though will always be 'Introductions'.
I hope ‘Questions 67 & 68 ‘ is coming soon
I love 67&68 this song takes me back in the day
I sure hope that is next! My favorite!
My favorite, but there are so many to love!
THE WHOLE WORLD IS WATCHING!
Terry Kath is one of my favorite musicans ever. It's a crying shame that he died so young, he had so much more music in him.
john k check out the face book group searching for terry kath
So true
I remember when his death was reported - my drum teacher was so bummed. BTW, love the WMMS Buzzard logo (yes, I grew up through the inception of 'MMS and all the great music that came through Cleveland then).
@@die2tri448 The way I found out about his death was my mother meeting me at the door to tell me when I got home from junior high school. She knew that I was a big Chicago fan because that year I had asked for one of their albums for my birthday.
@@johnk.2508 Ditto on being a Chicago Fan - my first "8-track tape" was Chicago Live at Carnegie Hall - Damn I'm old!
Jamal, your reaction to this lead singer made me really happy for you. It's the same guy blasting his guitarist, Terry Kath. He passed away in 1978, but there was a global celebration of his 75th birthday last Sunday January 31. He was the heart and soul of Chicago Transit Authority. I started my first horn band in high school after them when they came out in 1969, so that makes me an old guy who's especially glad you're gettin' off on them today. If you wanna check out other tunes where he sings lead AND blows guitar wtih Chicago, check out "In The Country" and "It Better End Soon." One of my faves of his is "An Hour In the Shower." Can't go wrong!
Four of my favorites also
Leonid and Friends is a band from Russia that does nearly perfect covers of Chicago songs. It's a beautiful testament to the power of good music and open minds.
The best "dad band" to ever play the church festival. ;) ruclips.net/video/tJzlHBN3BT4/видео.html
Thank you!! Bet they DO!!! I heard a cover for "Toto." "I Will Remember." This group was from Romania. Incredible!!!
They also have Ukrainian members. I saw them live in May of 2022 and I luckily scored front row, center seats. It was amazing seeing them live
Why even bother talking about a lousy tribute band here that steals songs from the real Chicago?! I just saw the REAL Chicago last week. Still great and going strong for 56 years.
Couldn't Be Less Interested!!
Terry Kath was a legend. It was such a tragedy that day when he accidentally killed himself. It nearly broke up Chicago; they did recover but that voice was missing and their music had to become different as a result. Don't get me wrong; Peter Cetera did a fantastic job in the ensuing years, but us old-school Chicago fans will always miss Terry.
When they lost Terry they lost their nads.
I remember what I was doing when I heard the news that he killed himself. What a sad morning that was.
@Doug Kirk Regarding Kath and Cetera's struggles, not excusing it, but that's nothing new. Happens in a lot bands. I even heard that the reason Tony Williams left Myles after "In A Silent Way" was because Tony said that the music up to that point was shaped like a V (that is, with him at the center) afterwards it changed to an X and he had to move on.
Terry Kath has to be the most underrated guitarist & vocalist of the 70’s. But those who know, know...
I know 🎸🎤💖
Hendrix said Kath was better than him
@@davebibza8504 He did.
No debate here, I'm 63, retired musician, and Terry was one of my heroes. Integrated with that fabulous horn section, Chicago was THE band to see back in the day.
Jimi Hendrix was wayyy into him
Every time I’m in the car with my grandpa he tells me story’s about these songs and when he had them brand new on a 8 track
Hug your Grandpa for that...he's building memories for you!
My mate had a 8 track in his mini. Almost large enough for an armrest
I had that on LP before I got an 8 track! lol. (still have the album!)
Have this on vinyl, 8-trk, cassette, and CD. And thanks to yew tewb....video. Like Hendrix said, "Man your horn section is like one big lung and your guitar player is better than I am.....wanna go on tour?"
There comes a time when “ chosen “ musicians get together and begin to craft their music , of all genres, and something magical occurs. They ( Chicago ) all complimented each other musically!!! And that horn section! When I first heard them in the late 70’s I thought it was at least a 5 piece section!!! Wow!
Terry Kath (guitar) was the lead vocalist on this track. Bill Lamm (keyboards) and Peter Cetera (bass) also sing lead on songs but with drastically different vocal stylings. The three guys blended their vocals so well, hope you enjoy your trip through their catalog.
Robert Lamm
@@c2itccase9 Yep, goofed that one.
I'm A Man is a great song to hear all three. Each one gets a verse!
MrFrikkenfrakken write yourself up!🤓
Bruce Wahler I’ve always found that Cetera and Kath sound nothing alike but somehow Lamm sounds like both of them???
You need to react to “Does Anybody Really Know What Time it is?”
I second that...one of my favorites
Yes
OMG!! Yes!!!!
This version:
ruclips.net/video/7uy0ldI_1HA/видео.html
Yessssssssss please!!!
Terry Kath's voice gives me the feels. What a great, soulful and timeless voice.
Terry Kath
A Top Ten Voice and Guitarist in Rock
Most Underated Musician ever in Rock and Roll History
Look for Yourself
Don't forget to re-do "25-6 till 4" in LIVE Version(Terry Kath jam'n is a "MUST SEE")😲👍
Believe me, 25 or 6 to 4 cover by Leonid and Friends is just as much of a must see, if you haven't yet. Look it up.
Yes...he is crushing that guitar solo
@@scotty196769 in "Tanglewood 1970"(starts my morning everyday just like I've never seen it before)😎👍
Yes the one at Tanglewood. Kath just takes off like a rocket ship
He's already reacted to this one.
Crosby stills and nash - suite judy blue eyes, legendary harmonies! You'll love em
Oh yes...I second that!
@@riekus13 CSN and sometimes Y easily top 5 band for me!
We've been petitioning for CSN(Y) for a while now...it's gotta be coming soon!
Yes a must... live... @ Woodstock if possible !
It's hard to believe that Woodstock was only their 2nd show as a group..... wow with a crowd of only 400,000+ ✌😎
bigbow62 I’ve been saying this since seeing Jamel for the first time!!
Terry Kath not only had an incredible voice, the man was also a wicked guitar player.
ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!!
Hendrix said that Terry Kath was the best guitarist he ever heard.
I guess Hendrix also said Terry Kath was the only guitarist he was afraid of.
He said that about a few guitarists, but Kath is so underrated!
Hendrix said Kath was the only guitarist he was afraid of. Pretty heavy compliment.
According to Robert Lamm, Jimi talked with them after seeing them in concert and he told Robert “you know, your guitarist is better than me”. Many variations of this story have evolved over the years. Some likely showing up on this comment thread.
Everything about these guys was just incredible - another 70s group that was essentially a jazz-fusion unit masquerading as a pop-rock band!
Of the 3 who would sing lead on Chicago songs , Terry Kath was my favorite. He literally was the soul of Chicago. He was the one who would slather the stank all over all those beautiful melodies and arrangements, either with his guitar or his voice. They lost the magical ingredient when he died and were never the same though they still would crank out poppy hits.
It was just to pop after he died to me. They lost me.
Couldn't agree more.
One of the best horn sections in music history along with EWF, my two favorite groups with horns LOL~
what about BS&T? (Blood, Sweat and Tears) or The Electric Flag or Lighthouse (from Canada) their song "One Fine Morning" was awesome. they had horns AND strings, or Tower of Power
@@asquare9316 Yes, good as well👏✌
Mel Matsuhara How right you are!!!!
@@calvinwboaz7085 YES! Vehicle - played it in a band I was in. Lyrics sound a bit creepy these days, but an awesome tune
Add Steely Dan to that list
From the days of REAL musicians playing REAL music. Feel blessed to have listened to this, my friend.
"Dialog Parts 1 & 2" would be most excellent. RIP to Terry Kath on vocals and guitar extordinaire.
Right on!
I was in junior high school in '72; that song was played constantly on the radio and I NEVER GOT TIRED OF IT! In fact, when they played the short version, I'd get angry, as I do with ALL short versions. But "Dialogue 1 & 2", the way it builds in intensity, not just in volume but from its arrangement, wow, ending with "We can make it happen!" gospel chant until it gets clipped halfway through the word hap-
I've been listening to Chicago for some 40 years, but only heard "Introduction" for the very first time the other day. What a song!
Ballet for a Girl Buchannon is a part of Make Me Smile.
Introduction is a masterpiece. watch the Terry Kath documentary on Netflix (if it's still there). they told the story of how Terry, with no formal musical arrangement training, pulled that complex bundle of time signatures, fully formed, straight out of his head.
and, Chicago has been one of my desert island bands for nearly 50 years.
I'm a Man uses the ENTIRE band to the STANK face max
Your reaction to this song is the same for me every time i hear it and it's 45 years for me. Terry Kath is a HUGE loss to the world.
Incredible musicians, incredible vocals, playing incredible tunes.
Well said
You can say...Terry Kath sings like a soulful brother. Dude could play the guitar like all get out too.
Terry Kath , lead guitar, sang this. Peter Cetera is the other vocalist
Great one-two vocal punch: the deep, rich, soulful Kath, and the higher-pitched, impressive range of Cetera. Tough match-up to beat!
Robert Page You forgot about Robert Lamm, another lead singer for CTA!
That’s right, can’t forget about Robert Lamm, completing the baritone, tenor, high-tenor trifecta. Lamm wrote a lot of the tunes, at least early on, and let the other guys sing them if he felt their voices fit better. Sometimes they’d all take a shot at it to decide who’s voice was right for the song.
@@andyscott5277 Great info, Andy & Joel! I've never been a Chicago album listener, or well-versed in their history, but totally all-in on their hit singles! Also zeroed in on them a bit more when they (and/or a couple members) shared Caribou studio space with the Beach Boys, and recorded together! Again, thanks!
bradness sure thing! Lamm is the only original singer left in Chicago. There are some original horn players still in the band, and their lineup is ever changing, but they’re still amazing live!
We were all so blessed to have been born during the years when music was AMAZING! We heard it on the radios and t.v. at home, in restaurants, and when shopping. Most of us knew it back then, now there should be no doubt of how lucky we were. Thank you for your reaction Jamel_AKA_ Jamal.
Their first three albums we're genius. These guys were trained musicians and it sounds like it.
That's the late Terry Kath on vocals and guitar. He accidentally shot himself in 1978.
Terry, the guitar player, is the one singing here. He had such a rich tone to his voice.
You ought to hear the whole 13 minutes of "Ballet for a Girl In Buchannon" - this song is the beginning and end of that. It also includes Color My World.
Yes, this. The version played was the edit for the single for the radio. The full album piece is needed for the best effect on the soul.
thank you, was just about to type the same thing.
Color My World is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard and I first heard it from this band 51 years ago as a high school freshman after buying that simply light blue double album cover with Chicago emblazoned across the center in cursive writing. Oh what a day to hear it as part of Ballet for a Girl From Buchanan after I bought Chicago II to listen to 25 or 6 to 4.
@@patrickdlogan agreed and was going to post this
And if you can find it, the live at Carnegie Hall version is the best, hands down. In my opinion, of course. It seems to get banned all the time.
Not only was Terry Kath the greatest guitarist, he had an incredibly soulful voice.
Danny Seraphine's drums are also outstanding....one of my favorite combos from the 60s. Thanks for posting, Jamal.
He is the best drummer I have ever heard, and I've listened to a lot of great drummers like Stewart Copeland (Police), Ringo, Keith Moon, the guy in Dave Matthews Band, etc. But Danny Seraphine is just amazing, and so underrated.
He plays with Leonid and Friends sometimes
Danny was a great drummer until he discovered coke which affected his playing and they kicked him out
If you want more Chciago, my reccomendations are "I'm A Man" and "Only The Beginning"
"I'm A Man" is USDA prime STANK.
Yeah what Zoey said!
The song is simply called "BEGINNINGS", and yes, it's one hell of a song. Robert Lamm's vocal best, in my opinion.
Zoey Seely Definitely,
Poem
Terry Kath is an overlooked great guitar player. So great in fact that Jimi Hendrix said this after seeing Chicago perform. "Saxophone player Walt Parazaider said that after a CTA gig, Jimi told him "Walt, the horns are like one set of lungs, and your guitar player is better than me."
I’m crying sweet tears of joy! I’ve been so BLESSED to be alive to experience this great music at the time it was all happening.
When Terry Kath passed,the soul of Chicago died.
I was a HUGE Chicago fan until Terry Kath died and they got rid of drummer Danny Seraphine. They just weren't the same.
@@davehotchkiss4041
I disagree.
Promoters: You can't have orchestrated Horns in Rock Music. Chicago: Hold my beer and watch this!!
Blood Sweat and Tears “And When I Die” is very much horn-based like Chicago
Love it! YES!!
there’s a ton of “horn bands” from that era - chicago, BST, Lighthouse, Chase, EWF, etc
Chicago was great when Terry was alive. They kinda lost this greatness when Peter Cetera took his place. Have you heard Beginnings off the same album? In fact, that whole Transit Authority album is like a greatest hits album almost.
Actually, a guitarist named Donnie Dacus took Kath's place in Chicago right after his death. I remember it vividly because I was looking at his picture in a trade mag with the article and thinking, "Oh, no; this poor kid".
Think they were still good with Peter Cetata
Start with Transit, then do the next two albums.. after that they went 80’s Pop
Peter Cetera and his soft adult contemporary vocals don't make me smile
Terry Kath is the guitarist and vocals for this song. "Intro and Outro" lol love that...
The late great Terry Kath his voice and his phenom at guitar!!!🎸
Just an AMAZING ensemble of musicians and SANGERS! These dudes made truly great music. Terry Kath was a tragic loss to the world.
Imagine hearing this blasting through your house my dad Loved all this music Chicago was one of his favorite and Crosby stills and Nash and young
The more I listen to Chicago, the more I think their drummer was one of the most underrated out there. Single bass drum, and he drives the heck out of it.
"Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is" should be reviewed next.
The incomparable Terry Kath on lead vocals (and guitar of course.) Back when men could sing, and they did, lol!
Terry Kath from my high school is a legend. They named the music bldg after him. RIP
Did they really, that is awesome! A blessing on that school and its students. Nice!
Terry Kath wza AMAZING guitarist. Alot OF PPL thought he was black when the song first came out. Then Chicago exploded w/1 hit after another. Boy those were the DAYS Many of us over the hill miss... Rock on J.
Chicago had 3 incredible incredible singers, this one lead by terry kath, high energy big man with who sang with the deeper voice, Robert lamb, the keyboard player was the mid range, ex Saturday in the park, and Peter center a has the higher tone, 25 or 6 to four singer, but together with the horns they as you said affect the soul with their incredible music,
Great explanation. No one in the group was singled out as lead singer!
We still have a classic rock station in my city so it sorta still does.
Peter Cetera - he went on to do their sappy love ballads
Not that recognized for his killer bass lines
"beginnings" would be great too
I've been listening to Chicago for over 50 years, for sure, and they still give me goosebumps!!
Chicago sounded like a whole orchestra. Such amazing talent! Beautiful music!
Colour My World HAS to be next
Check my pinned post👍🏾
They said they hated that song.
Terry's voice in Colour My World, a song that's a mere 39 words long, is just phenomenal. Everyone's wedding song in the early 70s.
I just signed on to Vimeo (under my real name) so that I can follow your reactions there. Yeah, Chicago had it all: keys, bass, drums, horns and other gadgets, amazing vocals, and a whole lotta soul.
Try Blood, Sweat and Tears: Spinning Wheels or God Bless The Child
I’d go with “you make me so very happy” the verses are just so smooth then the chorus just smacks you in the face lol... I’d recommend Tower of Power too all three great brass bands
All of these are great songs. Dont forget lucretia mcevil.
The producer of Chicago and Blood Sweat and Teats was
James william guercio. Funny how tay almost sound the same. But lots of booze and brawling like in the comentments with BSAT.. while Chicago made 3 double albums in 3 years
I loved blood,sweat,and years and God bless the child Miss Billie Holiday would have been proud.
God out generation made good music.
Hell yes.
It's Feb. 2021, and I'm just now watching this reaction. The joy you're showing and expressing absolutely matches the joy Chicago must have felt recording this song....awesome!
I am a 50 yr old white guy and just subscried to your page after seeing this. I was a kid when my old man use to listen to Chicago on a turntable and always thought the music was well done etc... I am very pleased that you liked it and look forward to checking out some of ur other vids. I father told me once the fimilar line that "music is the universal language". You've proven that today.
If you haven't heard their version of I'm a Man you are truly missing out on one of the good things in life
“Does Anybody Know What Time It Is ?” It’s time for you to listen to that song is what time it is lol.
This is a single made from the beginning and end of "Ballet for Girl in Buchannon." The whole suite began with "Make Me Smile then ended with a reprise. I used to listen to the entire piece over and over again.
Terry Kath, Make me smile. Rip 🙏
You have to do ‘Colour my World’ next!
It’s up on my you know what👍🏾
@@jamelakajamal YAY!!!!
Jamel_AKA_Jamal thank you! Great job!!!
Used to play that song on the piano in the choir room at high school. I played it with my knuckle only. LOL
#pay attention #!!!
Chicago was my favorite band in the late 60' and 70' as I absolutely loved their 3 horn players. I wish I could hit the like button several times! Thank you Jamal for reacting to Chicago!
Casi tengo 64, crecí con increíble música, Chicago... Increíble y maravillosa banda, Terry Kath un genio incomprendido, toda la banda maravillosa!!! Un fuerte abrazo desde la Ciudad de México. Gracias por el video.
I still have this reaction when I listen to Chicago...can't get enough of them!
What a great sound early Chicago had
That's terry kath he was amazing
I remember when I was a little four year-old and my dad used to play in clubs and my mom and would go pick him up after the gig at 2am and you could hear this playing in the DJ booth when people swung the door open and people would be outside sharing a joint having a good time. Loved living in the 70s. 👍🏼
I wore out my vinyl of Chicago II in the early 70's. Love to see Jamel enjoy it so much and reaffirm for me how great this band was. Seven guys so together they were off-the-planet good.