Yeah he is. His work with Chicago is fantastic. The last time I came across an article about Chicago in a musicians magazine, Tris Imboden was signed on to do a reunion tour of some type with them, and he really gave Danny a lot of praise for his drumming. I always get a kick out his parts in "Saturday in the Park".
Actually, back in the 70's and 80's, Danny Seraphine was always considered one of the hottest drummers in the industry. Even Buddy Rich mentioned that he liked his playing. If you haven't already done so, check out his solo work on "Im a Man."
I'm just hoping that all of those who weren't around in this time period, including Jamal, understand that the majority of the songs that Jamal reacts to were on everyday, ordinary radio. These aren't deep cuts, they aren't hidden gems. This WAS radio. This was the quality of pop radio back then. A time where you had to have musical talent, not an image. Yes there were bands with images, but if you didn't have chops, nobody cared about your image. Today, it's reversed, and that's why much of pop radio is just plain bad.
Favorite Chicago song of all time!! Cetera's voice was not replaceable. It is sad they became known as a ballad band when they started as a very progressive band. Their first two albums were incredible!
@@jamelakajamal Please check out Emerson, Lake, and Palmer they're amazing! A trio group with some of the most complex music ever~ Here's their song Tarkus live ruclips.net/video/yzpmxHKdu9w/видео.html
@@smawesomeness Jamel, I'll second this motion. ELP was a musical force during the 1970's. I always thought their music had a unique sound. I love their slow, mellow songs: Lucky Man, From The Beginning, Still...You Turn Me On, C'est La Vie.
Chicago boys home grown, with soul in their soul! And to think they were told horns wouldn’t work in rock and roll music! Solid proof, following your heart is the way!
I hadn't listened to Chicago in a few decades until Jamel started reacting and I completely forgot about this song until I read your comment. I remember loving it...Thanks for the reminder. Great choice!!
Soul is colorless! Chicago always sounded soooo good. You had to see them in person. We enjoyed every minute. Later years their concerts combined with Earth Wind and Fire. OMG!!!
In the documentary Terry’s daughter made, Terry actually started a trio project the day he died and told the producer that none of the guys in Chicago would be on it
And I’d like to change my life and you know I would, Just to be with you tonight baby if I could, But I’ve got my job to do and I do it well, (Change my life) So I guess that’s how it is. Love that song.
One of the many things I love about this group is you get two for one! Up to 3:28, you have one groove. Then the arrangement shifts into overdrive in a whole different groove! Wow!
From the lyrics, to the vocals, keyboards, bass, drums, horns, and Terry Kath’s amazing guitar, this song will wake you up, get you going, and keep you revved all day!
If you listen carefully, from 3:55 the great drummer Danny Serphine starts releasing the hihats and you can hear them sounding clearer and stronger, that makes the change of rhythm great after the drum roll and falls into the crash bell, it's a work of art!
Chicago has to be one of the greatest bands of all time. So many hits. I grew up with them. I remember my teenage years with friends, girls the boys club i grew up in. Many great memories. Listen to I've been searching for so long, great hit.
Jamel_AKA_Jamal. I need to go to JJA... Jamel Jamal Anonymous! I’ m totally addicted to your channel! You are hitting all the bands that I grew up on and I can’t stop watching! Love it! While you are on the Chicago wagon right now, how about “I’m a man” and “Old days” if you haven’t already done them. Thanks for all the work you put in!
@@leticiadelacruz9150 Have you heard Leonid and Friends covering Chicago? Absolutely phenomenal band from Russia! Brace yourself! :ruclips.net/video/xwYV4H9rU6o/видео.html
Thank you for reacting to Chicago! I've been a fan almost since their founding. There is a band on RUclips called Leonid And Friends...they are Russian and do Chicago covers just like the originals! Saw them on US tour last year and they blew the audience away. Highly recommend you check them out!
The live version from the german tv show musikladen 1977 is fantastic, bit faster than the album version, and hits the groove . Live shows from the 70's are incredible
Just You 'N' Me, Old Days, Happy Man, Buchannon Suite (including Make Me Smile), some great ones! Robert Lamm - Keyboards and vocals Terry Kath - Guitar and vocals Peter Cetera - Bass and vocals Danny Seraphine - Drums Walt Parazaider - Sax, Flute, Clarinet Lee Loughnane - Trumpet James Pankow - Trombone
There's something to be said for the amicable breakup where both parties continue to love each other, wish each other well and move on. This song really shines in knitting together the best and worst of times in these situations. I know it has gotten me through some tough times in my life. One of my absolute favorites!
One of my favorite Chicago's song that was released in 1973, and to show their popularity and talent, CHICAGO has sold over 40 million units in the U.S., with 23 gold, 18 platinum, and 8 multi-platinum albums and last but not least 20 top ten singles on the Billboard hot 100. That's what I call endurance and fan appreciation.
Two great jazzy Chicago hits from that same time period, "Just You 'n' Me" and "Call On Me." Both are among the finest songs of their jazzy mid-70s period.
@Douglas Hirschman: Great song. We've been trying to get Jamel to react to it for awhile now. So far, no joy. Whenever I see someone asking for it I jump in too for support.
The familiarity is likely Peter Cetera's voice. He wound up being a pop artist in the '90s. His songs have been smeared all over the place. Soft rock radio. Elevators. You name it. Walmart. Target. Shit like that.
First rock concert, age 12, Pine Knob Amphitheater Michigan with dad, step mom and sister. I got passed a joint in the line for the can when the dude found out I was from California. This set a tone for all shows to come. Please do (I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long. It is a great example crescendo. One of my very favorites. Soulful, meaningful and a rocking, effing song.
they used to drop a lot of great rock and roll references sometimes they did it on South California purples there's some I am The walrus right in the middle of the whole mix...
a year ago they came to my town and my wife got us great seats as a present- she knew how much I loved the band, and in '71 our band had a horn section just like them, and tried to play their stuff. I prepared myself for the ballad-Chicago and to be kinda disappointed, then "Ladies and Gentlemen- Chicago", and they hammered the first two notes of "introduction", and I started to weep- they hadn't forgotten Chicago Transit Authority at all; great concert
I’m so glad you did this song. As a child of the mid 70’s I was in and out of the hospital until 6 years old with asthma and as I started getting better I heard this song for the first time “Getting stronger everyday” it felt like my song and words spoken to me. The song still give me chills to this day. Thank you. 😁
This band... the musicianship, lyrics etc. I get chills listening to them. Ive watched many documentaries on them and Terry Kath specifically and good lord they were/are one of the best
I like all their songs but the pre 80s phase or pre David Foster music had way more soul and richness which I prefer. But let's not forget that it is quite unique for a band or an artist to change their sound drastically and then even be considered as someone who is responsible for the specific sound shape of various music eras. That is quite impressive!
I think their version of "I'm A Man" is one of the best songs of that era. The studio version or the live one, doesn't matter. It was released on their first album under the band name of Chicago Transit Authority. There's an interesting story behind why they had to shorten their name to just Chicago.
The reason they shortened the band name from Chicago Transit Authority was due to there was a public company with the very same name. They demanded(?) that they changed their band name. So just Chicago then. At least that's what i remember reading but it could be wrong. If i'm wrong please let me know.
@@danielolson5378 Yes, Mayor Richard Daley didn't actually threaten to take them to court, but his office did strongly "suggest" they do it. They went along to avoid any bad blood with their hometown officials.
You have to know that Peter grew up in The Back of the Yards neighborhood…. Which was a blue collar polish neighborhood in Chicago- most worked in the stock yards in the late 50’s through the early 80’s. On the other side of a street called Ashland lived the blacks and had a great influence on music ( soul ) where Peter grew up. ( south side )!Hence his soulful voice.
My friend I'm 56 years old and I grew up in the 1970's my Pop played all sorts of Chicago and Moody Blues to Black Sabbath too Neil Young and all in between but I just love your reaction to Chicago playing Feeling Stronger Everyday. You are so awesome my friend I subscribed to your channel and I must say you have incredible taste and I will follow you into the darkest places of the soul your taste is impeccable and I feel like you are my musical brother love you man!!!!
I've asked before, could you please play, Beginnings, by Chicago Transit Authority. This was the name of the band before they changed it to, Chicago. Thank you.
Chicago could write just about any kind of song. With the great vocals and music to back it up you can't help but appreciate their talent. Next song to react to should be "Make Me Smile".
I don't know if you ever did a reaction of a group that does cover pieces of other bands. But here is a group from parts of Russia and Europe that do Chicago music almost to perfection. It's Leonid Vorobyev and friends doing Make me smile. The video is cool. And I love Chicago.
My fave song of all time. Watching this reaction video had my cheeks hurting from grinning so hard. He made shocked faces at all the right places! Heehee. And the drumming in this particular song is nuts.
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Drummer Danny Seraphine is criminally underrated.
Yeah he is. His work with Chicago is fantastic. The last time I came across an article about Chicago in a musicians magazine, Tris Imboden was signed on to do a reunion tour of some type with them, and he really gave Danny a lot of praise for his drumming. I always get a kick out his parts in "Saturday in the Park".
Yes, I don't get it. His playing is killer.
Actually, back in the 70's and 80's, Danny Seraphine was always considered one of the hottest drummers in the industry. Even Buddy Rich mentioned that he liked his playing. If you haven't already done so, check out his solo work on "Im a Man."
You ain't lying
Didn't the band eventually fire him? I never understood that... something about he couldn't keep time anymore
I'm just hoping that all of those who weren't around in this time period, including Jamal, understand that the majority of the songs that Jamal reacts to were on everyday, ordinary radio. These aren't deep cuts, they aren't hidden gems. This WAS radio. This was the quality of pop radio back then. A time where you had to have musical talent, not an image. Yes there were bands with images, but if you didn't have chops, nobody cared about your image. Today, it's reversed, and that's why much of pop radio is just plain bad.
Preach, brother!!!
Truth...
facts my friend true facts .
there is no old school or new school there's only the true school and that's what that era and this band are all about .@@donwilliams4113
Yup. AM radio at that. I remember every morning on the way to school. Such a different time. Remember the push buttons on the car radio?
Let’s not forget that Peter Cetera was a helluva bass player back in the day
Huge understatement. I couldn’t agree more. His bass chops were incredible
And great tenor singer.
The entire band is killing it but that drummer is insane
One of the Greatest bands to ever play hands down
@ted ritola A lot of people mock the 1970s because they think it's all disco. Well, guess what. It wasn't!! LOL
U got that right!! Their musical mastery on every instrument is unparalleled.
Favorite Chicago song of all time!! Cetera's voice was not replaceable.
It is sad they became known as a ballad band when they started as a very progressive band. Their first two albums were incredible!
Those horns, those horns. They go so well with Peter Cetera.
So few bands bothered to incorporate horns. Too bad. Great horns can blow a song completely up.
This song always gave me chills once it got going. Still does!
I've said this a couple times already, but speaking of great horns please do "Questions 67 and 68".
Chicago just wasn't the same for me after Cetera left. I still love them but his voice and bass went together so well with the rest of the band.
he hates the horns... its a big reason he left Chicago...
I lost my hearing as a kid with this song.
All joking aside, whenever this song came on the radio I’d fire it up as loud as it would go.
Loved it!!
Jamal, You have made it to the list of five people I’d like to have a beer with. It’s a tight list, not tooting my own horn. Congrats my brother!
🍻
Who are the other 4 having a beverage?
Oh, you wish LOL
@@jamelakajamal Please check out Emerson, Lake, and Palmer they're amazing! A trio group with some of the most complex music ever~ Here's their song Tarkus live ruclips.net/video/yzpmxHKdu9w/видео.html
@@smawesomeness Jamel, I'll second this motion. ELP was a musical force during the 1970's. I always thought their music had a unique sound. I love their slow, mellow songs: Lucky Man, From The Beginning, Still...You Turn Me On, C'est La Vie.
Chicago boys home grown, with soul in their soul! And to think they were told horns wouldn’t work in rock and roll music! Solid proof, following your heart is the way!
Does Anybody Know What Time It Is. Chicago. One of their best.
Yesss I said for him to do this song yesterday. I hope he does!!!!
I hadn't listened to Chicago in a few decades until Jamel started reacting and I completely forgot about this song until I read your comment. I remember loving it...Thanks for the reminder. Great choice!!
What about Saturday in the Park?
For sure!!!! 💗💗💗💗💗
Time for some more 25 later some 6 to 4 and if need be couple more tabs👍😎😎🙏🏻
Soul is colorless! Chicago always sounded soooo good. You had to see them in person. We enjoyed every minute. Later years their concerts combined with Earth Wind and Fire. OMG!!!
"Soul is colorless" -- love that!
RIP Terry Kath. Such a brilliant underrated guitarist.
RIP Chicago. They pretty much died with Terry Kath
Agreed!
Look, the band Chicago ain't never underrated it's a group, thang, you need to understand! 💖💯👈🏾
And singer/songwriter.
In the documentary Terry’s daughter made, Terry actually started a trio project the day he died and told the producer that none of the guys in Chicago would be on it
Jamel, That is No Auto-tune-all pure talent. Except for a few newer bands; the older I get the more I slowly return to the classics.
Wanna hear some soulful vocals by this band? Try "Make me smile" Terry Kath has a bit of a Ray Charles vibe to his voice.
Make Me Smile is one of my favorites
With colour my world as the lead in
I'm embarrassed to admit this, but when I first heard "Make Me Smile" I thought it was Randy Newman.
My very favorite Chicago song!
Color my world and make me smile or two of the best no doubt. Terry Kath was the heart and soul of Chicago. Hope to hear some more
This was my dad's favorite band, I grew up on it. Love, love, love Chicago!!
Me also! Dad would play it LOUD
MAKE ME SMILE is a Chicago jam that I really think you’d love!
Danny takes that song out like a maniac. Incredible drumming, and maybe the best use if a ride cymbal in all of drumming. Huge props.
You probably heard older people playing this when you were a little kid.
Peter Cetera on lead vocals there.
"Wishin' You Were Here", please.
Yeah, that one grabs ya.
Yes! Wishing You Were Here is a Gorgeous song! Totally one to dive into.
And I’d like to change my life and you know I would,
Just to be with you tonight baby if I could,
But I’ve got my job to do and I do it well,
(Change my life)
So I guess that’s how it is.
Love that song.
"I've Been Searchin' So Long"
With backing vocals from The Beach Boys, it's pure magic in the form of music.
One of the many things I love about this group is you get two for one! Up to 3:28, you have one groove. Then the arrangement shifts into overdrive in a whole different groove! Wow!
Wait until you hear "Beginnings" by them
@Judi Dipillo love the trumpet solo : )
the percussion at the end of the of the album track is what makes it for me
Excellent song
@Jacob Flores the trumpet solo comes after the trombone solo
Gorgeous song!!💙💙❤❤🎤
I love this song. Helps me when I'm feeling weak.
Drummer was having FUN at the end. He brought that song home!
I just love the way the band starts jamming on the second half of the song.
I love how this song builds up, my favorite song by Chicago 🎉
Gonna need to see Chicago's cover of "I'm A Man" I don't believe the band was ever tighter.
Live version, that’s my favorite!!
And 'The Spencer Davis Group'!
@@cookmoore3736 I really can't pick the favorite between the two. So I just jam them both at 11!
Tanglewood..1970
❤
From the lyrics, to the vocals, keyboards, bass, drums, horns, and Terry Kath’s amazing guitar, this song will wake you up, get you going, and keep you revved all day!
“Old Days” is a great Chicago tune. You’d love it.
what he said. definitely!
Man, I love that song.
One of my favorite songs ever....great choice! 👍
Cetera thought that Song is Cringy or Something....
Progression is so good in this song. The horns, the bass, vocals..everything just comes together so perfectly.
If you listen carefully, from 3:55 the great drummer Danny Serphine starts releasing the hihats and you can hear them sounding clearer and stronger, that makes the change of rhythm great after the drum roll and falls into the crash bell, it's a work of art!
For me his Crash cymbals are the stars in this song.
Seraphine and Kath. Two of the most underrated talents in their craft.
Between that and the renowned horn section - WOW
@@hesh8367 Add Cetera on bass, they would have made one hell of a power trio.
Saw them in concert. 1981. Best concert I ever saw. So much brass. About 17 or more musicians playing. It was awesome.
Check out "Color My World" and "If You Leave Me Now" -- that is if you haven't already. :)
Two of my favorites.
Walked down the aisle to that Colour My World in 1986. Still married❤️
Color .my world
I think every prom in the US had Color My World as its theme in the early 70's!
Color my world is song I chose to walk down the aisle to my husband
I’m a musician today because of Chicago. Now have you listened to Blood Sweat & Tears?
Some
Some other great Chicago songs, "Make Me Smile", "Beginnings", and "Colour My World"
Chicago has to be one of the greatest bands of all time. So many hits. I grew up with them. I remember my teenage years with friends, girls the boys club i grew up in. Many great memories. Listen to I've been searching for so long, great hit.
Jamel_AKA_Jamal. I need to go to JJA... Jamel Jamal Anonymous! I’ m totally addicted to your channel! You are hitting all the bands that I grew up on and I can’t stop watching! Love it! While you are on the Chicago wagon right now, how about “I’m a man” and “Old days” if you haven’t already done them. Thanks for all the work you put in!
You said wagon and I thought The Wagon! REO Speedwagon would be a good band also.
@@alanwhetstone3922 Oooh yeah, Roll With the Changes by REO is a ROCKER!
Alan Whetstone REO would be another good one to cover... Riding the storm out!
@@flexanimo4162 but has to be the live version! That song is so amazing.
Been a fan since the early 70's . This band is a bunch of geniuses. TOTALLY under-rated.
when you listen to chicago your mind tends to think ' these some cool brothers'. but everyone of them is white as rice. but they got the soul!
My dad thought they were black.
Peter Cetera’s voice oh my can’t put into words. Seriously. And with Terry’s voice in
Lead vocals at times!!!! Holy Crap
@@leticiadelacruz9150 Have you heard Leonid and Friends covering Chicago? Absolutely phenomenal band from Russia! Brace yourself! :ruclips.net/video/xwYV4H9rU6o/видео.html
Thank you for reacting to Chicago! I've been a fan almost since their founding. There is a band on RUclips called Leonid And Friends...they are Russian and do Chicago covers just like the originals! Saw them on US tour last year and they blew the audience away. Highly recommend you check them out!
Check out “Rich Girl” by Hall and Oates. That song’s a jam.
Been wanting him to do this one and "She's Gone"
The live version from the german tv show musikladen 1977 is fantastic, bit faster than the album version, and hits the groove . Live shows from the 70's are incredible
Yes it is..!
Oh god yes please do "Rich Girl," "Sara Smile," or any of those early Hall & Oates songs.
@@Vampyre82 and maneater and Sara smile and.... Lol
Peter Cetera was gone hell of a bass player and his voice was absolutely spot on whenever he sang.My all time favorite singer and band.
Just You 'N' Me, Old Days, Happy Man, Buchannon Suite (including Make Me Smile), some great ones!
Robert Lamm - Keyboards and vocals
Terry Kath - Guitar and vocals
Peter Cetera - Bass and vocals
Danny Seraphine - Drums
Walt Parazaider - Sax, Flute, Clarinet
Lee Loughnane - Trumpet
James Pankow - Trombone
My favorite Chicago song is "You're the Inspiration."
Please! Chicago “ does anybody really know what time it is”. P.S. I think you’re awesome!
Peter Cetera...one of the best voices, ever! Have always had a big crush on him...even if he is a lot older 😊
Such a great slow burn on this song.
It's nice to see the younger generation appreciate REAL MUSIC! 😎
This one is sung by the bass player Peter Cetera. There were 3 amazing singers.
What's This World Coming to was the last LP song with all three voices on one song.
Song still gives me chill bumps after 40 plus years. What a group.
Love to all Chicago fans! Damn!!! Y'all hittin the likes. Hard!!! Seconds/minutes apart!!! I feel the tide be turnin!!! About damn time!!!
You've gotta hear Leonid and Friend's Chicago covers!!!! Absolutely phenomenal!!!!!!
Dude, you have one of the best reactions on RUclips
Questions 67 & 68. Great song with only a few having done reactions.
There's something to be said for the amicable breakup where both parties continue to love each other, wish each other well and move on. This song really shines in knitting together the best and worst of times in these situations. I know it has gotten me through some tough times in my life. One of my absolute favorites!
Please watch "24 or 6 to 4" Live at Tanglewood. Gotta see. Gotta hear.
"I'm a Man" is a very early Chicago song that was quite popular.
Really great song!
Chicago Wishing You Were Here from the New Years Eve telecast of 1974.
One of my favorite Chicago's song that was released in 1973, and to show their popularity and talent, CHICAGO has sold over 40 million units in the U.S., with 23 gold, 18 platinum, and 8 multi-platinum albums and last but not least 20 top ten singles on the Billboard hot 100. That's what I call endurance and fan appreciation.
one of my all time favorite group...love me some horns n they r tight...really rea tight...loving this...
Two great jazzy Chicago hits from that same time period, "Just You 'n' Me" and "Call On Me." Both are among the finest songs of their jazzy mid-70s period.
If you like all these different tone changes, try "And When I Die" by Blood Sweat and Tears
@Douglas Hirschman: Great song. We've been trying to get Jamel to react to it for awhile now. So far, no joy. Whenever I see someone asking for it I jump in too for support.
When I Die and Lucretia McEvil are great.
Another great horn band with outstanding vocals! Please include 'You've made me so very happy' to the list.
And Spinning Wheel...
And Blood Sweat & Tears best, Lucretia McEvil! The greatest horn record EVER!
That's the most amicable breakup song ever recorded
The familiarity is likely Peter Cetera's voice. He wound up being a pop artist in the '90s. His songs have been smeared all over the place. Soft rock radio. Elevators. You name it. Walmart. Target. Shit like that.
Gotta make a living
He was also vaulted into the spotlight because of the karate kid 2 soundtrack
Peter cetera makes me horny
No hobo
First rock concert, age 12, Pine Knob Amphitheater Michigan with dad, step mom and sister. I got passed a joint in the line for the can when the dude found out I was from California. This set a tone for all shows to come. Please do (I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long. It is a great example crescendo. One of my very favorites. Soulful, meaningful and a rocking, effing song.
At 4:28, right after the “Yahh”, listen for “Jumpin’ Jack Flash it’s a gas gas gas”. Great 70’s stuff!
Find the isolated guitar track on YT. It really stands out there.
Also right before that if you listen close you can hear them also say "Let's Spend the Night Together "
they used to drop a lot of great rock and roll references sometimes they did it on South California purples there's some I am The walrus right in the middle of the whole mix...
Enjoy seeing the looks you make when you realize the song/and you've heard it before!!
Check out :
Questions 67 & 68 , I’m a Man and Old Days
Awesome song
Questions 67 & 68- my favorite among so many of their great tunes. That song doesn't get the publicity it deserves.
OMG!!!!! Just loving the reviews today!!!! Chicago one of my all time favorite bands!!! Love Classic Rock!!! 💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜
Check out (I've Been) Searchin' So Long and Lowdown both by Chicago.
a year ago they came to my town and my wife got us great seats as a present- she knew how much I loved the band, and in '71 our band had a horn section just like them, and tried to play their stuff. I prepared myself for the ballad-Chicago and to be kinda disappointed, then "Ladies and Gentlemen- Chicago", and they hammered the first two notes of "introduction", and I started to weep- they hadn't forgotten Chicago Transit Authority at all; great concert
"TOO SHY" by KAJAGOOGOO - Funkiest bass line of the 1980s. Funkier than week old greens too. Stay safe! :D
Thompson Twins - Lies has some funky bass lines
This is one my favorite Chicago songs!
I’m so glad you did this song. As a child of the mid 70’s I was in and out of the hospital until 6 years old with asthma and as I started getting better I heard this song for the first time “Getting stronger everyday” it felt like my song and words spoken to me.
The song still give me chills to this day.
Thank you. 😁
dam right..! get down get funky white boy..
Yessss. My absolute favorite Chicago song. One of the best instrumental breaks ever that just shoots it into the stratosphere. God i love this music.
The songs of my youth - Oh how I love to watch your reactions - PLAY OLD DAYS by Chicago!
This band... the musicianship, lyrics etc. I get chills listening to them. Ive watched many documentaries on them and Terry Kath specifically and good lord they were/are one of the best
Chicago - "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is" , and Blood Sweat & Tears "Go Down Gambling"! some more great rock & roll horn section action
The best live band to ever take the stage...especially this Line-up
Seems like most people on here like Chicago before they went all "Love Songish" LOL!
Although their love songs were quite nice
yeah they definitely got naked and jumped into that David Foster vat of syrup
I like all their songs but the pre 80s phase or pre David Foster music had way more soul and richness which I prefer. But let's not forget that it is quite unique for a band or an artist to change their sound drastically and then even be considered as someone who is responsible for the specific sound shape of various music eras. That is quite impressive!
Jiordone Right On!
And we need more! Chicago I, II, III. Then just stop.
ALWAYS been my favorite Chicago tune. Terry Kath's muted scratching in the break is the BEST in music!! And his tone?!! DA BOMB.
Watching your reaction to one of my all time favorite groups, has me smiling ear to ear.
That horn section...... the power of that horn section....just WOW!
Chicago does a great song called "Dialogue." I haven' seen anyone else react to it, you'll love it!
Isn’t there a part I & II? Great song!!
@@vickieray yes, there is but it's done as one song. I think it's one of their most under rated songs.
mindi mccrumb I think I have the 45 of this, the label is silver 🎸🎤
ABSOLUTELY!
@Tango Jones It's one of my top 3. Although the other two are hard to pick. So many choices! 😉
I forgot how this track starts in one place and takes that journey to that amazing ending that you never expected. Iconic!
I think their version of "I'm A Man" is one of the best songs of that era. The studio version or the live one, doesn't matter. It was released on their first album under the band name of Chicago Transit Authority. There's an interesting story behind why they had to shorten their name to just Chicago.
OH YAS! That's a great song
The reason they shortened the band name from Chicago Transit Authority was due to there was a public company with the very same name. They demanded(?) that they changed their band name. So just Chicago then. At least that's what i remember reading but it could be wrong. If i'm wrong please let me know.
@@danielolson5378 Yes, Mayor Richard Daley didn't actually threaten to take them to court, but his office did strongly "suggest" they do it. They went along to avoid any bad blood with their hometown officials.
Chicago's 1970 Tanglewood concert video is one of the best live recordings of any band ever.
This song is like riding a roller coaster. Up down up down loop dee loop. Oh Jesus. What a beautiful ride.
One of my alltime fave Chicago Transit Authority tunes ;)..... Love your channel dude. Making me smile and jam in times of stress - appreciate!
You have to know that Peter grew up in The Back of the Yards neighborhood…. Which was a blue collar polish neighborhood in Chicago- most worked in the stock yards in the late 50’s through the early 80’s. On the other side of a street called Ashland lived the blacks and had a great influence on music ( soul ) where Peter grew up. ( south side )!Hence his soulful voice.
Great story about Cetera getting his jaw broken outside Dodger Stadium which influenced his singing style, a rather closed mouth.
This song got me through a few breakups.
My friend I'm 56 years old and I grew up in the 1970's my Pop played all sorts of Chicago and Moody Blues to Black Sabbath too Neil Young and all in between but I just love your reaction to Chicago playing Feeling Stronger Everyday. You are so awesome my friend I subscribed to your channel and I must say you have incredible taste and I will follow you into the darkest places of the soul your taste is impeccable and I feel like you are my musical brother love you man!!!!
Chicago.... the best of the best! That horn section! OHHHH YEAH!
Imagine growing up and turning on the radio and hearing this music all the time. Staggering thought.
I've asked before, could you please play, Beginnings, by Chicago Transit Authority. This was the name of the band before they changed it to, Chicago. Thank you.
Totally unique, a rock orchestra. So much talent involved.
Next try "Colour My World" by Chicago. I'd bet you've heard it and never knew who it was. 😎👍
he should do the entire Ballet For A Girl In Buchannon and not just that one part, imo.
@@cletusbeauregard1972 absolutely the entire Ballet. The two pieces are great on their own, but put with the larger whole, they soar.
Chicago could write just about any kind of song. With the great vocals and music to back it up you can't help but appreciate their talent. Next song to react to should be "Make Me Smile".
I don't know if you ever did a reaction of a group that does cover pieces of other bands. But here is a group from parts of Russia and Europe that do Chicago music almost to perfection.
It's Leonid Vorobyev and friends doing Make me smile. The video is cool. And I love Chicago.
Im 46 and i know all thess lyrics and brings back lots of old memories, have loved this band since i was a kid !
Chicago - "Street Player", has the groove.
My fave song of all time. Watching this reaction video had my cheeks hurting from grinning so hard. He made shocked faces at all the right places! Heehee. And the drumming in this particular song is nuts.
Great band would you react to "Beginnings" from Chicago
Peter Cetera has 1 of the greatest voices of all time.His solo stuff is also really good too.