Yes 2024 - 66 yo. My first concert was Chicago when I was in 8th grade. Terry Kath - most underrated guitarist of all time. After Terry's passing RIP I lost interest, but always gravitated to the early years.
CTA broke the mold in melding rock, blues and jazz far ahead of their time. Sadly they couldn’t get any radio airtime until the expansion of FM and “Make Me Smile” charted. Their long format songs kept them off profitable corporate radio but endeared them to local concert venue goers everywhere.
I saw them play at the auto show in 67 or 68. The played 25 or 6 to 4 about 50 times, it was the only song I knew. I was 9 or 10 I came to love them like every Chicago kid growing up then did!
My brother was a student at SUNY Brockport in 1971 and “ Chicago “ was scheduled to play at the Ice arena… there was a terrible snowstorm that day into the night . The band was there already so the show must go on ! There weren’t many people due to the storm , the band took the stage .. looked around.. and asked us all to sit at the edge of the stage and in the first few rows. They played their set , then asked for requests.. even if they had already played the song , they played it again . Well , I’m 71 years old now and that’s the best goddamn show I’ve ever been to ! Thank you Terry , James , Lee , Walt , Peter , Danny and Robert !
Absolutely! I'm almost 74 years old and have played guitar since age 12. I've had several bands, recorded on albums and know many "famous" musicians. So I am qualified to agree with you and say that Terry Kath was one of the absolute greatest guitarist ever! That isn't a fact!
Gosh I agree, yes i do, magic......, got to see how serafin and the roadie have find in three seconds the bolt that was missing oh oh that is not natural....oh oh
Ya, it's a Spiritual thing. I think about how long ago this was. And what the time's were like compared to now. The common denominator is the Spirit of the music. Such raw talent. Stevie Ray Vaughn, and HOST of other musicians carried on the tradition and kept Rock & Roll alive to this day. That feeling will never die, as long as man walks the earth. Terry Kath is a legend for all time. We'll never know what else he would have contributed to Rock. But I know that it would have been GREAT !!!
He never changes guitars. He just keeps it in tune ... By himself....w/o guitar tech and a late 60's- early 70's CBS Strat. Same thing Hendrix, Blackmore and the Beatles used. So next time someone starts ripping on how bad CBS Strats were just remember those facts.
Love it. Thank you. Terry Peter and Robert all great lead singers, and beautiful vocal blend. I guess in the 70's I thought music would always be like this.....now I feel lucky to appreciate more what we had then
I was like 1 year and 9 months old at the time of this concert. 😂. 25 or 6 to 4 I remember on the radio back in the early 70’s. Absolutely blew me away. One of my favorite bands of all time! Chicago, Elton John, Beach Boys.... Man I miss those days just listening to the radio.
No pyro, no smoke machines, no big fancy light show You really must hate Pink Floyd and other psychedelic bands from the 60s and 70s. *Facepalms* PS: I love Chicago but don't take those extra concert effects as "unnecessary". They performed at the Fillmore which is known for it's liquid light shows.
Spot on. Every single one of them were actual musicians! The wind section always made them stand apart too. Can you imagine one of the current c"rap" "artists" trying to pull this off? The only know about 2 notes and how to repeat stupid nonsense over and over. Glad I'm old and recordings of good music are still around.
@@dpalombo983 ... he was an unbelievable 'talent.' One of the greatest guitarists of all-time... and he sang great while he was playing... even when he was playing some of his lead guitar licks. Impossible.
@@dpalombo983 ... to think that in high school I was offered a free ticket to go and see a band called Chicago Transit Authority and I turned it down. I've regretted it ever since. They created a new style of music. And I missed it. Damn. Years later I saw them without Kath or Cetera. I enjoyed it... but the singing wasn't great.
FULL PERFORMANCE REVIEW: I have to say, Terry Kath, is truly the most underrated guitarist of all time. I look on so many best guitarist lists and never see him on any of them. Listen to his solos on Introduction and 25 or 6 to 4. Lord, he is insane! Not to mention his singing. People often compare him to Ray Charles and James Brown, and I have to say I can see how. He had such a soulful voice and he put all of his heart into his performing. Danny Seraphine basically carries this whole performance. He goes so hard on those drums, and just like Terry Kath (and everyone else in this band for that matter) Danny is never included in any best drummer lists, which to me is a crime. He sets a perfect backbeat for the rest of the guys to play, and sometimes he speeds up a little bit to make it more interesting. Normally that would be a bad thing, but the thing is that when he speeds up, everyone else in the band can hear when he speeds up, so they speed up with him, and It is truly amazing Peter Cetera's tenor voice is actually amazing. When I was younger, I had no idea it was possible for a man to sing so high, but Cetera basically changed my mind. But enough about his singing, I need to mention his bass playing. Not many people can sing and play bass at the same time, and if they can, they can't do it very well. Cetera is a master at that. He puts so much heart into his bass playing, and I could just listen to just the bass playing of this concert for hours at a time. Robert Lamm is not talked about much musically, but I think his organ playing just adds that little kick to the music that you wouldn't find otheriwise. Vocally, Lamm is a pretty generic baritone, but sometimes, that's okay. The horn section is what set Chicago apart from other bands in the seventies. It made chicago have their own sound, and each of the players were EXTREMELY good at their respective instruments. I can tell you that for a fact, because I play trumpet, and Lee Loughnane is amazing at jazz and improvising. All of this together adds up to an absolutely stunning performance. 9/10.
Didn't read your whole review. Only commenting on your claim that Terry's underrated. That's not so. Terry's playing hasn't been heard by as many as Page or Clapton. There's the difference. Folks need to find a new term to use. Saying someone is underrated is inaccurate.
@@zombywoof1015 No, I would agree normally, but this time, he's right. By the time magazines like Guitar Player, etc. came along to heap accolades on guitar heros in the late '70s Terry was gone from this world, and they were focused on "new" talent (ironically like Steve Howe, lol, who's my favorite). By then, Chicago was known more for orchestrated radio-friendly ballads. I grew up back then and every now and then, you'd hear something about Early Chicago or Kath from bandmates, but in the press, much more likely you'd be hearing about awful, unpleasant shit like Montrose, Michael Schenker, maybe great shit by Danny Gatton, maybe the Worst Shit In the World from Billy Squier, but Terry Kath had unfortunately been largely forgotten by then.
My nieces (3 and 6) love this music. Especially "Little One" and "Searchin So Long". It's adorable how excited they get when this music (or "Piano Man" by Billy Joel) comes on. My sister doesn't play anything outside of the 60/70s (partly because of lyrics).. I guess I didn't make her all those burnt CDs in vain :)
I certainly do! 🙂 I have been a Chicago fan throughout my life and even at almost 55 1/2 years old, I still appreciate this music. Thus has substance and meaning along with amazing composition.
Just learned about his story, only 22 and this guy has gotta be the most underrated guitarist I’ve ever heard! Just bought the DVD, can’t wait to watch the whole show!
BULLLLLSHIT, IS THAT AFTER YOU BET YOU LAST INFLATED DOLLAR ON A CUBS GAME, PAYING FOR THAT $12.00 CUP OF BEER? FUCK YOU.....YEAH, GO CUBS/TAKE THE BEARS WITH YOU
1st saw Chicago Transit Authority, the full, long name, in June, 1968, a year b4 their 1st album, @ Fillmore West; @ age 13, just moved from the end of paved road, rural Wa. 30 miles from town. Santana opened, also 1yr b4 their 1st album, & headliner was Big Brother & the Holding Co.with Janis Joplin! Music incredible! Can still play all that in my head & hear it just as it sounded then. & there was a funny sweet, thick smell i couldnt identify; doesnt smell like that now. Saw Chicago & Santana each 3 more times, last @ Gorge in Wa.Thank you Terry Kath; & Bill Graham for all the great concerts i saw in BayArea; will 4ever miss you both.
This was 54 years ago, I saw Chicago in 1970 or 71 in San Francisco, they were GREAT, I can remember it was like yesterday, and I am 73 yrs old now, what a time it was, kids now days do not know what music really was back then...
There have always been ignorant people in every generation. People say jazz is dead. I point them to the Jazz Avengers from Japan. Check them out. Blues and jazz are original art forms of the USA yet hard to find except on specialty shows on college radio
2024, and after 57 years of listening to their music, I've listened to them the way one would listen to classical music now.. Never loses its magic. God rest the gifted soul of Terry Kath. You may be gone, but you left your soul with these guys.
Wow - a lifelong friend of his - so cool! You should write a book! I would buy it! His guitar playing, his voice - the best in the world!!!!! RIP Terry. Take care, Nick!
If Terry Kath hadn't died he would been hailed as the greatest guitarist of all time. It makes my heart happy to see these guys grooving on the music and each other.
Yeah for sure. I was just sitting here thinking how greatful I am to have access to this footage. It's freaking glorious celebration of raw talent and love. 🎶🕺
not to be bummer but was it right what I heard on the radio about 40 years ago that Terry was at a party showing a friend his hand gun and it went off ? maybe it's in bad taste to ask this way , if so apologies to Terry and everyone...
Ridiculously Good. At this stage in 1970 they were exactly where they wanted to be. Terry was up there with the best guitarists and, in my opinion, still is. Hendrix said Terry was better than he was. Three amazing lead vocalists in one band is also something to marvel at. So glad I found this concert!
I just watched "The Terry Kath experience" documentary. It was realy great if you haven't seen it. Terry's amazing daughter Michelle talks with the band, Terry's wife her mother; and goes in search of the iconic Telecaster guitar 🎸 "Introduction" from this show was shown and discussed. Jimi Hendrix was all in on Terry's playing- blown away! When I was a teenager we listened to the first albums especially the first two endlessly, its ingrained in my DNA! Thanks boys. 🎉 Awesome. 🕉
@@chrisgagnon6497 If you haven't seen the documentary his daughter put together "The Terry Kath Experience", you gotta see it. Excellent! At one time it was on Prime - not sure if it still is. Might be available on IMDB (with ads)
Thomas, I'm so glad to hear of such a young man like yourself seeing this concert video with the true 7 members that made up Chicago. You see I'm almost 65 year old and I saw Chicago during this same 1970 tour. I was a month shy of my 12th, Birthday. Keep on rocking with the boy's of Chicago!!! John
My Dad's favorite band of all time. Played him old Chicago non-stop when he was in the hospital dying from chemotherapy complications in April of 2019. I will love this band forever - because they kick ass, and my Dad absolutely adored them.
Growing up in the 70's everyone loved Led Zeppelin, The Who, Stones, Boston, Frampton, etc... Chicago was at the top of my list, despite the kids in the neighborhood mocking the horns- incredible talent on display here
Growing up playing trombone naturally led to a love of this amazing band. B, S, & T’s Child is Father album also showed the inception of a similar band, but personnel issues caused them to go soft way earlier than Chicago.
I agree Zappa, Tull & Leslie West and Mountain rule !!!! King Crimson was great too and all them bands that really are great at playing their guitar or drums like The Beatles, Stones & Kinks are so fuckin great too !!! Rock, Blues, Folk, Rockabilly, Motown, all that stuff so fuckin great
As I continue to watch and listen to Chicago the more I love their music. Please sit down and listen and watch Chicago play the songs Colour My World/ Make Me Smile wow how amazing and so darn good are these songs. I mean the whole concert is kicking ass. Please watch and listen to these 2 songs closely and get ready to have a smile put on your face that won't go away.. God Bless everyone !!
@@billgonzales8978 and said you're horn's play as one breath and you've got a guitar player better than me will you come on tour with me and the rest is history he saw them at the gogo
I watched this last night, and back for seconds today. I grew up in NYC, riding the trains to high school in the early 90's. It was on those rides I learned most of Chicago's songs by heart
Terry Kath's live solos still send chills down my spine. Especially 25 or 6 to 4. I just wanted him to keep going, even though I've watched it 100 times and know when it ends. I just wonder where he'd go with that solo if he had another minute or so. Dumb I know, but the man was an absolute beast when he'd cut loose like that.
Terry Kath, to me, is one of the greatest guitar players...in so many ways. I don't see him mentioned when they line up guitar players...I think he's right up there, or even surpasses others.
Dear God Peter Cetera is a monster bass player. Terry and Peter are magical, now I understand why I loved this band in its original form. I have to say the best all around band 1969. -72. And man the music had reached a peak mankind may never see! What a time to be alive!
This is a privilege to see this outstanding performance by Chicago when they were in their prime! I wish we had Bands like Chicago in today's time; I feel so sorry for this current generation.
OMG LOVED THIS! They played the entire first 2 albums. I am a 68 yr old black queen who was in 10th grade when I played these albums every day in my room wearing earphones!!!!!! ✌️ bay-bee.
Why are there so many thumbs down? This is almost a perfect concert. Their playing is on fire. Their voices sound so good and the mix is possibly the best live mix I've ever heard.
Concert s great, but about all you hear from the horn section isthmus trumpet. Pankow needs to be heard on trombone because he was the featured horn in that section
I don't get it either dude. I guess some people were anticipating music that was, "created" by an individual who uses the word, "Lil'" to begin his stage name...sad- kids these days. Too many of them have no appreciation for how hard a musician needs to work and practice playing an actual musical instrument. Now they just push a few buttons on their "Music" software and record themselves mumbling swear words and talking about how many guns/women they have...Same old same old...
Early Chicago was tremendous. It is extremely rare for a band to have three strong lead vocalists, and they could all really play. When Kath died it obviously altered the entire trajectory of the band. He was the band's heart and soul.
@davidmaynard8106 Seriously? You must love reliving the concert experience when you watch this! How cool is that? 😃 I was about 5 years old at the time. I remember my mom playing great music like this.
@@Lamb716 Tanglewood was a great venue in the late 60s and early 70s. Bill Graham had the Fillmore East in NYC and brought many of those bands to Massachusetts as their next stop. I remember seeing The Who supported by Jefferson Airplane in ‘69 and a big summer there in 1970 with The Who with Jethro Tull in July, that great Chicago show in July and then Santana in August. Plus, there was SPAC who had great bands all summer long, starting with The Doors in Sept of ‘68. In Schenectady, they had a place called The Aerodrome that had some great bands for a few years. Saw Zep there the week after getting back from Woodstock
@davidmaynard1530 How incredible 😃 that must have been. I was just sitting here watching RUclips when your message came up! My first concert was in 79 to see Cheap Trick in Buffalo. I was in 9th grade. Wouldn’t have been my first choice of shows to attend but had to see what the concert experience was. I was just born in the wrong decade I think! lol It’s great that you can still recall all those bands! Quite the lineup. And you went to Woodstock too?! 😲
I live in Adams, MA and went to ALL the rock concerts at Tanglewood. I was at this concert in 1970. And,,this is my first time seeing it since 1970. I didn't even know this concert was on RUclips. I feel like I am back in time. Fabulous!!
@@BruceBanerdt Thank you. I have another interesting story for you. I saw The Who at Tanglewood. That was back when they used to break a bunch of equipment at the end of their concerts..which I got to see. Well, the next day, I went for my guitar lesson at LaFlamme's guitar studio on Summer St in Adams. I was telling my guitar teacher about the Who concert the night before, & how I saw the band break their equipment. My guitar teacher pulled out a guitar signed by Roger Daltry. The band had come to my guitar teacher's studio, the afternoon before the concert, and purchased all the equipment that they broke at the concert that night. My teacher had extremely reasonable prices for his equipment. He said the band ended up giving him more money than he asked for. I wish my guitar lesson had been the day before. I love that story.
1971, SPAC, Saratoga, New York: My wife and I were newly weds, when we went to see Chicago perform. And, what a fantastic performance it was. I’d never been to a live concert before that, and I only went to this one because my bride wanted to go. I loved every minute of it! Sadly, my wife passed away this past May, just one month short of our 49th wedding anniversary, and so now I sit alone listening to Chicago without her. Embrace who and what you have, while you are still able to do so, my friends.
I have some exquisite memories of Sarataga too. Such a beautiful place just to walk around...but to hear Chicago in '71must've been really special. Similar in a lot of ways to Tanglewood. Every show I've seen there has been incredible and not only for the music...the whole atmosphere wraps around you when you arrive, you feel like you're in the only place you'll ever want to be. Thanks for sharing some of your life with us...that you and your wife stayed with each other all this time ... I don't know it just makes me smile. Must've been sharing a lot of love over the years....She may have moved on before you but we all will follow her soon enough. Thanks again for the SPAC memory!
The best part about Kath’s solo on “25 or 6 to 4” is how focused the horn section is on what he’s playing. Complete attention and awe at Kath’s superhuman guitar ability
Terry sure was exceptionally talented. Great songwriter, vocalist and even better guitarist. I think one of his best traits aside from all I mentioned above is he is so unassuming. He's clearly the leader of the band but he steps out of the spotlight when it's time for someone else to step into it. That's what makes him the legend he's become.
It's 2022 and this concert was held over 50 Years ago! FIFTY TWO YEARS ago... from today! Imagine being there but, not realizing at the time that this was going to be such a special & historical event! I so envy all those that were there to experience this performance! Terry Kath's guitar playing was monumental. All the member's performance was as well... But Kath's was, just incredible
I'm only 33 years old and they are in my top ten bands. I absolutely love them and yes they were on fire. I don't know how people can't like music like this.
+Kedbuka But like so many other bands (even the Beatles) the tempo was faster and more frenetic when they played live. McCartney (in Beatles Anthology) said this happens because of all that adrenaline pumping at a live performance that isn't there in the studio.
+Delmarvellous the tempo was faster because they had to cover as many songs as possible in a certain amount of time. Musicians are exports at keeping time.
Absolutely NOT. Almost every rock band has a tendency to play faster live. And if the person counting the song off is the only one too fast, the rest will have to follow. Terry had a lot of energy and definitely was on the fast side for this gig. But it works for me!
Disagree. Ram4 - have you ever played a live gig? I have played hundreds of live gigs over a 30 year career. Yes - you get caught up in the adrenaline of a gig. If you listen - Danny S as a great drummer tried to bring it back. No easy task.
Terry Kath went way beyond his years as a player. He was the master of his instrument, and one of the true geniuses of the fret board. He was the best that ever was, and yet so underrated during his short time on the planet. Terry, you brought great playing and joy to all of us.
I love the jazz influence on the pop rock fusion sound. Pretty incredible. David Foster took them away from that sound which was too bad. Although there was a lot alot of Peter Cetera I liked also.
Absolutely correct, not only great bass, his vocal is so good. Even though he appears alienated from the group his lead vocals as well as his harmony background is fanomanal. The voice reflection, mike fades on lead and high note harmonizing is a major contribution to the band's greatness. The Chicago without Kath and Cetera is missing the real magic it had. All the electronics and high tech don't make it happen. It was a once in a lifetime combo. Often Imitatated but never duplicated!
Yup! What I read is that Jimi said to keyboardist Robery Lamm after hearing the band perform, "the horns sound like one set of lungs and I think your guitarist is better than me!". His death was a huge loss to the music wold. The band, though, had started going pop long before he died. IMHO they lost their wonderful rock edge after V. I would have loved to hear a TK solo project. What a shame he never did a breakaway album (or three) before left us.
Terry kath was a special gifted musician, I loved Chicago ever since make me smile and beginnings came out. this concert was amazing, thank you Chicago.
That is quite the statement. Great? Damn right. Brilliant. Inspiring. But "The Best", period? Why must there be a #1? I mean, I consider John Coltrane to be perhaps the greatest, but hey, Ben Webster was mind-bogglingly great as well, as was Lester Young, Albert Ayler, and so on. Eric Dolphy. Don't see the need for a rigid hierarchy. Although once someone told me "It's all a matter of what you like" and I eviscerated him. So Kenny G is as valuable as Coltrane. No. No. No. I dunno. It's complicated. I see your side. Be well.
I was into many bands back in the 70s but Chicago just passed me by. But if I had a time machine and could go back to just one gig from the past, this would be it.
I have never heard this band. My boss sent me this concert and said I would like the guitar work. Boy my mind has been completely blown away!!! Jeezuz christ this band is amazing 👏. Instant fan made with their opening song. Will definitely come back to this concert
In my younger days I went to a lot of concerts. I was fortunate enough to see Chicago several times in their early days. They were the best live band I’ve ever heard. Terry Kath is truly one of the best guitarists ever. His accidental death took him from us far too early. RIP Terry. me.
You know back in the day, the 70 s I knew Chicago, was good. But now in retrospect I have to say in my opinion they are the greatest American rock group ever. They had the horns, the greatest guitar player , 3 great singers, keyboardist and great drummer.
I NEVER get tired of listening to Chicago's music! It's 2021 and it's still as new and fresh to me as the first time I listened. So blessed to have grown up with their music!! Pure talent and passion for greatness!!!! Thank you, Chicago!!
nice one....to have a time machine to go back and also a few other gigs over the decades....ex. Talk Talk...1986 Montreux Jazz Festival....a gig for the ages that one too.....
A world of music in a single concert, with so many moving parts. Arranged improvisation, jam band that can also do the sweetest of melodies, jazz/rock sensibilities wrapped in a popular music package (or at least a package that was pop music then - sadly not now). I'm a child of the 60's and 70's who has watched this concert of times, and each time there is a bit of new ear candy hitting me from a different angle.
Yes very well said.My mom played their music all the time.I was about 10 years old .As I grew up I really started to appreciate the musicianship,arrangements and vocals.The complete package .This really touches me on the inside.❤❤❤
What I love about this concert is that Chicago is a whole band here, rather than appearing to be a backing band for Peter. In fact Terry Kath has to be the most unassuming 'man out front' there ever was - he's just rockin' out, having a great time.
Music? Now this is music. No twenty people dancing around, no one grabbing themselves, no singing the song for 15 minutes, no one changing outfits after every song, no skimpy outfits and no profanity. Just great music!!! It’s just that plain and simple
Going down a Terry Kath rabbit hole in 2024.....and so glad I did. Fire, soul and groove in a powerhouse performance.
Such a waste when he died...best damn guitar beast ever!!❤
Who's the far out drummer?
He’s one of the best “unknown” guitar rock legends.
@@angeliquenova7440Danny Seraphine was their original drummer
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Who’s watching in 2024? I can’t believe how good this is! Terry Kath was the best!
I'm watching in 2024! I have loved Chicago for years! I'm 65 and still loving them ❤️
am 77--saw them twice in one week--the Carnegie Hall concerts--my story of that is all over YT videos of them
Yes 2024 - 66 yo. My first concert was Chicago when I was in 8th grade. Terry Kath - most underrated guitarist of all time. After Terry's passing RIP I lost interest, but always gravitated to the early years.
This is a go-to when I want to hear some good big sound.
Chicago 1 of the best bands of all time. RIP Terry Kath
CTA broke the mold in melding rock, blues and jazz far ahead of their time. Sadly they couldn’t get any radio airtime until the expansion of FM and “Make Me Smile” charted. Their long format songs kept them off profitable corporate radio but endeared them to local concert venue goers everywhere.
Them and Blood Sweat And Tears! Two fantastic bands with horns!
I saw them play at the auto show in 67 or 68. The played 25 or 6 to 4 about 50 times, it was the only song I knew. I was 9 or 10 I came to love them like every Chicago kid growing up then did!
@@ChicagoRules I thought 25 or 6 to 4 was written in 1969
@@pressurewashingcompany you are probably right. 67 or 68 was probably too early. I stand corrected. But that was over 50 yrs ago. Memory going fast!
Terry Kath was a beast. He manhandled that Stratocaster like it was a toy. There will never be another guitarist like him again.
My brother was a student at SUNY Brockport in 1971 and “ Chicago “ was scheduled to play at the Ice arena… there was a terrible snowstorm that day into the night . The band was there already so the show must go on ! There weren’t many people due to the storm , the band took the stage .. looked around.. and asked us all to sit at the edge of the stage and in the first few rows. They played their set , then asked for requests.. even if they had already played the song , they played it again . Well , I’m 71 years old now and that’s the best goddamn show I’ve ever been to ! Thank you Terry , James , Lee , Walt , Peter , Danny and Robert !
HEY!!!!! Oswego here… they were never even scheduled!!!
I was there visiting my friend and got snowed in I believe the Thruway was closed for five days uncle dirty was the warm-up act 16:44
You are blessed, my friend. I'm so envious!!
Oh if we only had time machines. I'd be right there with you
That sounds like the best show ever!!
I grew up in Brockport. That lake effect snow was somethin
Terry Kath was the heart and soul of this band! Love what he did!
jimi hendrix said Terry Kath was the “best guitarist in the universe”
this concert really shows you what he was talking about. RIP to a true legend
Absolutely! I'm almost 74 years old and have played guitar since age 12. I've had several bands, recorded on albums and know many "famous" musicians. So I am qualified to agree with you and say that Terry Kath was one of the absolute greatest guitarist ever! That isn't a fact!
The energy is contagious. The best of the 1970s.
Is anyone as obsessed with this concert as I am? It's led me to believe that Chicago is one of the top bands of all time.
Chicago 69-77 is one the best of time.
Gosh I agree, yes i do, magic......, got to see how serafin and the roadie have find in three seconds the bolt that was missing oh oh that is not natural....oh oh
Ya, it's a Spiritual thing. I think about how long ago this was. And what the time's were like compared to now. The common denominator is the Spirit of the music. Such raw talent. Stevie Ray Vaughn, and HOST of other musicians carried on the tradition and kept Rock & Roll alive to this day. That feeling will never die, as long as man walks the earth. Terry Kath is a legend for all time. We'll never know what else he would have contributed to Rock. But I know that it would have been GREAT !!!
XSVIN yes I am. I can’t get enough of it. Thanks for feeling the same way as me!!! And this line up is the Chicago that will always be!!
False Note Fest What?
Can't get over how good Terry Kath was. Unbelievable.
Not only as a guitarist but equally good as a vocalist.
He was the best!
@tjack10 the soul in his voice is amazing.
Jimi Hendrix was in awe
He never changes guitars. He just keeps it in tune ... By himself....w/o guitar tech and a late 60's- early 70's CBS Strat. Same thing Hendrix, Blackmore and the Beatles used. So next time someone starts ripping on how bad CBS Strats were just remember those facts.
Terry Kath with that voice at 23 years old in 1970. Amazing. So soulful. Never could another voice or guitarist come close to his unique talent.
I agree!!!
You know it MJ !
Hendrix thought highly of him
@@amyh3873 After first seeing Terry Kath play, Hendrix said to those around him; "This cat is better than me!".
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This is a great show of a truly talented musicians making great music, nothing more, nothing less.
Oh God. I love this so much
Everyone in the band was awesome and everyone in the band was in awe of Terry Kath
Love it. Thank you. Terry Peter and Robert all great lead singers, and beautiful vocal blend. I guess in the 70's I thought music would always be like this.....now I feel lucky to appreciate more what we had then
Can’t quit watching this!
Whenever I watch this show, I start out with a gentle smile and end up with a massive grin and tears of joy. What a time to be alive.
Agreed. At 61 I still spend time reminiscing about that time in my life.
JUST HARD TO BEAT THE GREAT MUSIC THEY MADE. IM 71 AND STILL JAMMIN TO THERE MUSIC. ALWAYS WILL
Keep on jammin brother
I’m 71. Saw Chicago in 1970 Winston Salem
Wish I had saw them 63 now dumb kid back then
Agree
clearly Zappa inspired, with also a same great guitarplayer to make things off
No pyro, no smoke machines, no big fancy light show...just a super talented band kicking ass for 90 minutes.
Amen !
och70 Damn right!
I was like 1 year and 9 months old at the time of this concert. 😂. 25 or 6 to 4 I remember on the radio back in the early 70’s. Absolutely blew me away. One of my favorite bands of all time! Chicago, Elton John, Beach Boys.... Man I miss those days just listening to the radio.
No pyro, no smoke machines, no big fancy light show
You really must hate Pink Floyd and other psychedelic bands from the 60s and 70s.
*Facepalms*
PS: I love Chicago but don't take those extra concert effects as "unnecessary". They performed at the Fillmore which is known for it's liquid light shows.
Spot on. Every single one of them were actual musicians! The wind section always made them stand apart too. Can you imagine one of the current c"rap" "artists" trying to pull this off? The only know about 2 notes and how to repeat stupid nonsense over and over. Glad I'm old and recordings of good music are still around.
Lord knows how much I miss real music performed by actual musicians.
Word! And let's never forget, real rock has horns. These guys set the standard.
Many of us do.
@@damianbiondo812 Really, Damian, they kind of transcend the genre of "rock" They were their own genre!
Damien Jurado
@@boomer1954fulJust using their own words, "rock and roll with horns."
Terry Kath was so underrated, now he is a legend, this video proves it. Simple Amazing what he was doing!
dire qu'il s'est tué en se tirant une balle en croyant que l'arme n'avait pas de balle ..faut qd meme le faire ! un tel genie !! terrible !
Thank your very much Chicago for the Music...am really so gratefull.
It really is ridiculous how good this was.
This recording is one of the great treasures on youtube. What an unbelievable band. The real Chcago.
Absolutely!
Terry Kath just leaves me slackjawed.....
@@dpalombo983 ... he was an unbelievable 'talent.' One of the greatest guitarists of all-time... and he sang great while he was playing... even when he was playing some of his lead guitar licks. Impossible.
@@hansgordy Yep. Really that early Chicago was in a class all it's own. They were all great. True musical artistry.
@@dpalombo983 ... to think that in high school I was offered a free ticket to go and see a band called Chicago Transit Authority and I turned it down. I've regretted it ever since. They created a new style of music. And I missed it. Damn. Years later I saw them without Kath or Cetera. I enjoyed it... but the singing wasn't great.
0ne of the best live performances I have ever seen.
I always find myself coming back to this live show... masterpiece!
Ditto that!!
Me three...cant resist clicking on the individual songs from this concert either.
I too have returned
Same
I saw Chicago at the Berkeley Community Theater in Berkeley
Acoustics were good, always a pleasure to watch Terry Kath in concert 😊
FULL PERFORMANCE REVIEW:
I have to say, Terry Kath, is truly the most underrated guitarist of all time. I look on so many best guitarist lists and never see him on any of them. Listen to his solos on Introduction and 25 or 6 to 4. Lord, he is insane! Not to mention his singing. People often compare him to Ray Charles and James Brown, and I have to say I can see how. He had such a soulful voice and he put all of his heart into his performing.
Danny Seraphine basically carries this whole performance. He goes so hard on those drums, and just like Terry Kath (and everyone else in this band for that matter) Danny is never included in any best drummer lists, which to me is a crime. He sets a perfect backbeat for the rest of the guys to play, and sometimes he speeds up a little bit to make it more interesting. Normally that would be a bad thing, but the thing is that when he speeds up, everyone else in the band can hear when he speeds up, so they speed up with him, and It is truly amazing
Peter Cetera's tenor voice is actually amazing. When I was younger, I had no idea it was possible for a man to sing so high, but Cetera basically changed my mind. But enough about his singing, I need to mention his bass playing. Not many people can sing and play bass at the same time, and if they can, they can't do it very well. Cetera is a master at that. He puts so much heart into his bass playing, and I could just listen to just the bass playing of this concert for hours at a time.
Robert Lamm is not talked about much musically, but I think his organ playing just adds that little kick to the music that you wouldn't find otheriwise. Vocally, Lamm is a pretty generic baritone, but sometimes, that's okay.
The horn section is what set Chicago apart from other bands in the seventies. It made chicago have their own sound, and each of the players were EXTREMELY good at their respective instruments. I can tell you that for a fact, because I play trumpet, and Lee Loughnane is amazing at jazz and improvising.
All of this together adds up to an absolutely stunning performance. 9/10.
Didn't read your whole review.
Only commenting on your claim that Terry's underrated.
That's not so. Terry's playing hasn't been heard by as many as Page or Clapton. There's the difference. Folks need to find a new term to use. Saying someone is underrated is inaccurate.
@@zombywoof1015 underappreciated?
@@zombywoof1015 No, I would agree normally, but this time, he's right. By the time magazines like Guitar Player, etc. came along to heap accolades on guitar heros in the late '70s Terry was gone from this world, and they were focused on "new" talent (ironically like Steve Howe, lol, who's my favorite). By then, Chicago was known more for orchestrated radio-friendly ballads. I grew up back then and every now and then, you'd hear something about Early Chicago or Kath from bandmates, but in the press, much more likely you'd be hearing about awful, unpleasant shit like Montrose, Michael Schenker, maybe great shit by Danny Gatton, maybe the Worst Shit In the World from Billy Squier, but Terry Kath had unfortunately been largely forgotten by then.
Hendrix didn’t have a thing on Kath.
@@rollomaughfling380 very well said, however. Ronnie Montrose was an exceptional guitar player.
2022 glad to see people still appreciate this.
My nieces (3 and 6) love this music. Especially "Little One" and "Searchin So Long". It's adorable how excited they get when this music (or "Piano Man" by Billy Joel) comes on. My sister doesn't play anything outside of the 60/70s (partly because of lyrics).. I guess I didn't make her all those burnt CDs in vain :)
C'mon! Terry is in top form as is the band. This is timeless!
Absolutely...
I certainly do! 🙂 I have been a Chicago fan throughout my life and even at almost 55 1/2 years old, I still appreciate this music. Thus has substance and meaning along with amazing composition.
-If you can't, check your pulse and call the ambulance.
Best music from the 70's!!!!!! RIP Terry....one of the greatest guitar players🌞
Nobody can rock like Terry Kath. Best guitarist ever and great voice! Miss you Terry. We'll never forget you.
Just learned about his story, only 22 and this guy has gotta be the most underrated guitarist I’ve ever heard!
Just bought the DVD, can’t wait to watch the whole show!
BULLLLLSHIT, IS THAT AFTER YOU BET YOU LAST INFLATED DOLLAR ON A CUBS GAME, PAYING FOR THAT $12.00 CUP OF BEER? FUCK YOU.....YEAH, GO CUBS/TAKE THE BEARS WITH YOU
No less an authority than Hendrix said that Terry was the best guitarist he'd ever seen/heard!
so under rated!!
@@blu3m3ani3 Amen!
No fog machines, exploding lights, fireworks or lasers. Just incredible music. I’ve ❤️d Chicago since I was a kid and I’ll ❤️ them forever!
Damn Right! The Best!
You enjoyed the music then.
I won't be surprised that you're not a fan of Pink Floyd since they did all that plus they had talent.
The BOC is my favorite band, forgiving the Lazer show.
You got that right Ms. Ivy. Peace.
1st saw Chicago Transit Authority, the full, long name, in June, 1968, a year b4 their 1st album, @ Fillmore West; @ age 13, just moved from the end of paved road, rural Wa. 30 miles from town. Santana opened, also 1yr b4 their 1st album, & headliner was Big Brother & the Holding Co.with Janis Joplin! Music incredible! Can still play all that in my head & hear it just as it sounded then. & there was a funny sweet, thick smell i couldnt identify; doesnt smell like that now. Saw Chicago & Santana each 3 more times, last @ Gorge in Wa.Thank you Terry Kath; & Bill Graham for all the great concerts i saw in BayArea; will 4ever miss you both.
This was 54 years ago, I saw Chicago in 1970 or 71 in San Francisco, they were GREAT, I can remember it was like yesterday, and I am 73 yrs old now, what a time it was, kids now days do not know what music really was back then...
There have always been ignorant people in every generation. People say jazz is dead. I point them to the Jazz Avengers from Japan. Check them out. Blues and jazz are original art forms of the USA yet hard to find except on specialty shows on college radio
2024, and after 57 years of listening to their music, I've listened to them the way one would listen to classical music now.. Never loses its magic. God rest the gifted soul of Terry Kath. You may be gone, but you left your soul with these guys.
@@whoozblues6821 to bad drugs had to take him..and a few of my favorites as well......fuuuuucccking drugs!!!!
@@mikejack1138 Yeah, that's why I am rather stuck to ,🍺🍺🍺🍺
Terry Kath worked that electric guitar like a badass boss!
RIP Terry Alan Kath (1946-78). The band has never been the same without you.
I'm 59 and he is one of the BEST guitarists, that voice is incredible. Agreed!...too young
Agree. Chicago became a boy band.
He died so young.
not replaceable but lives on
One of the tightest bands I have ever heard!
Terry Kath was my lifelong friend and 1st Band mate from the age of 12 and is the Master of Guitar lead rhythm vocal in the world period Nick Morrone
Nick, Terry was the SOUL of the band. Once he was gone, it was never the same. :-(
Nobody could play a guitar like prince
you knew terrymy god,he was a big influence on my playing.
Wow - a lifelong friend of his - so cool!
You should write a book!
I would buy it!
His guitar playing, his voice - the best in the world!!!!!
RIP Terry.
Take care, Nick!
@@billcampanale6991 ,
Totally agree!
This is the concert I re-watch when I want to dance around the kitchen!! YEAH
this concert was exactly 50 years ago today... and 50 years later it's still smokin' hot
I still play their first album and it sounds fresh always.
Farout!
@@charlesmcgehee3227 Is it a white outer cover, double Lp?
@@danielross7066 it was a mostly black cover. Double record set. Not the Beatles white album!
great
My God, Terry was a force of nature.
I was at this concert. What a memory!!
The real Chicago...
For me one of the best bands of all time...with unique sound
One of my favorite bands...
If Terry Kath hadn't died he would been hailed as the greatest guitarist of all time. It makes my heart happy to see these guys grooving on the music and each other.
Well Terry Kath is the only guitarrist I heard Jimi Hendrix mention as an inspiration, that says about everything...
Yeah for sure. I was just sitting here thinking how greatful I am to have access to this footage. It's freaking glorious celebration of raw talent and love. 🎶🕺
not to be bummer but was it right what I heard on the radio about 40 years ago that Terry was at a party showing a friend his hand gun and it went off ? maybe it's in bad taste to ask this way , if so apologies to Terry and everyone...
Ridiculously Good. At this stage in 1970 they were exactly where they wanted to be. Terry was up there with the best guitarists and, in my opinion, still is. Hendrix said Terry was better than he was. Three amazing lead vocalists in one band is also something to marvel at. So glad I found this concert!
I just watched "The Terry Kath experience" documentary. It was realy great if you haven't seen it. Terry's amazing daughter Michelle talks with the band, Terry's wife her mother; and goes in search of the iconic Telecaster guitar 🎸
"Introduction" from this show was shown and discussed.
Jimi Hendrix was all in on Terry's playing- blown away!
When I was a teenager we listened to the first albums especially the first two endlessly, its ingrained in my DNA!
Thanks boys. 🎉 Awesome. 🕉
What site is this on would love to watch it
@@davidarasin-kg9hoit's alright on RUclips free movies it does have some ads in it.
Just look up searching for Terry documentary right there
Man. Terry Kath killing it on 🎸 guitar. Most underrated guitarist.
He was one of Hendrix favorites, he even said he played better than him.
Absolutely.
No question brother
@@chrisgagnon6497 If you haven't seen the documentary his daughter put together "The Terry Kath Experience", you gotta see it. Excellent! At one time it was on Prime - not sure if it still is. Might be available on IMDB (with ads)
Unbelievably understand!!! If not thee most!!!
As a 17 year old kid from UK watching this today, I am amazed by the level of musicianship on that stage. This is so cool!
Thomas, I'm so glad to hear of such a young man like yourself seeing this concert video with the true 7 members that made up Chicago. You see I'm almost 65 year old and I saw Chicago during this same 1970 tour. I was a month shy of my 12th, Birthday. Keep on rocking with the boy's of Chicago!!! John
You have a good ear and a discerning taste!
@@johnmccallum7143 I will thank you! :)
I know, it's one of my many faults. HA
Your welcome. John
Terry...............a driving force in music..so well rehearsed...they were always tight..we lost big when he went away .
Chicago, without question, is the greatest American Band. Their body of work stands above all.
My Dad's favorite band of all time. Played him old Chicago non-stop when he was in the hospital dying from chemotherapy complications in April of 2019. I will love this band forever - because they kick ass, and my Dad absolutely adored them.
God bless!!
I totally agree 👍
You’re a wonderful Son.
Thats frikn awesome
M
My dad would play Chicago before we went to church as a kid love ❤ it
Growing up in the 70's everyone loved Led Zeppelin, The Who, Stones, Boston, Frampton, etc... Chicago was at the top of my list, despite the kids in the neighborhood mocking the horns- incredible talent on display here
Growing up playing trombone naturally led to a love of this amazing band. B, S, & T’s Child is Father album also showed the inception of a similar band, but personnel issues caused them to go soft way earlier than Chicago.
I agree Zappa, Tull & Leslie West and Mountain rule !!!! King Crimson was great too and all them bands that really are great at playing their guitar or drums like The Beatles, Stones & Kinks are so fuckin great too !!! Rock, Blues, Folk, Rockabilly, Motown, all that stuff so fuckin great
AM turned us away. We are now older and have got quite an education.
I was that kid in your neighborhood mocking, well I could have not been more wrong! I know it now, but I was a dumb ass 17 year old
They were the ABSOLUTE best group to ever grace us with their music!!!!!!!!
As I continue to watch and listen to Chicago the more I love their music.
Please sit down and listen and watch Chicago play the songs Colour My World/ Make Me Smile wow how amazing and so darn good are these songs.
I mean the whole concert is kicking ass.
Please watch and listen to these 2 songs closely and get ready to have a smile put on your face that won't go away..
God Bless everyone !!
The fact that over 2 million people have watched this, it Makes me smile.
It shows people really do know what time it is.
I luv this comment.
I see what you did there. ;)
I skipped the first hour to; Beginigs 🎵🎶🎵⚡⚡⚡
missingremote What?
2 million VIEWS. It could just a handful of us who've watched it thousands of times!
25 or 6 to 4 - Terry Kath may have the greatest guitar solo of all time - simply incredible to get the sounds he created with a guitar in his hands...
at the very top, not to mention that he can also sing while playing like that, with that totally incredible voice of his 💞🙏🏼
jimi hendrex went to see terry kath play guitar
@@billgonzales8978 and said you're horn's play as one breath and you've got a guitar player better than me will you come on tour with me and the rest is history he saw them at the gogo
@@billgonzales8978 and said he was the best guitarist he had seen
Been there !
Chicago has been rated one of the top 10 bands of all time
Really? I thought they were always overlooked.
I watched this last night, and back for seconds today. I grew up in NYC, riding the trains to high school in the early 90's. It was on those rides I learned most of Chicago's songs by heart
They just may be the most talented band of all time. This is real music. From real talented people. Today's music isn't anywhere close to this.
The whole show is great, but i always come back for Terrys solo in 25 or 6 to 4
good decision - the whole song is ............ der absolute HAMMER‼️🎶🎵💘💣
Terry Kath's live solos still send chills down my spine. Especially 25 or 6 to 4. I just wanted him to keep going, even though I've watched it 100 times and know when it ends. I just wonder where he'd go with that solo if he had another minute or so. Dumb I know, but the man was an absolute beast when he'd cut loose like that.
I was only 14 then! Yeah, they flubbed a few places, but then got right back on track and my hackles went up. Terry Kath ... my GOD!
Terry Kath, to me, is one of the greatest guitar players...in so many ways. I don't see him mentioned when they line up guitar players...I think he's right up there, or even surpasses others.
Yeah just got blown away by 25 or 6 to 4, Terry is as good as any other guitarist of this time. I love page and Hendrix , but Terry is my favorite!!
Terry has eternity..so you..when you get there,you'll much minutes or so.,..
Imagine if he lived.
Dear God Peter Cetera is a monster bass player. Terry and Peter are magical, now I understand why I loved this band in its original form.
I have to say the best all around band 1969. -72. And man the music had reached a peak mankind may never see!
What a time to be alive!
This is a privilege to see this outstanding performance by Chicago when they were in their prime! I wish we had Bands like Chicago in today's time; I feel so sorry for this current generation.
The new music, NOISE generation, No TALENT
Required!
No question about that
Honestly bro it's out there. Underground! You got to dig and research, stay away from the so called pop charts.
Lonker See.
OMG LOVED THIS! They played the entire first 2 albums. I am a 68 yr old black queen who was in 10th grade when I played these albums every day in my room wearing earphones!!!!!! ✌️ bay-bee.
Why are there so many thumbs down? This is almost a perfect concert. Their playing is on fire. Their voices sound so good and the mix is possibly the best live mix I've ever heard.
I've seen them twice. They are definitely one of the greatest of all time.
Concert s great, but about all you hear from the horn section isthmus trumpet. Pankow needs to be heard on trombone because he was the featured horn in that section
And not to forget parazaider! So great with his flute! They’re all great, love them!
Maybe some are because of the many ad interruptions.
I don't get it either dude. I guess some people were anticipating music that was, "created" by an individual who uses the word, "Lil'" to begin his stage name...sad- kids these days. Too many of them have no appreciation for how hard a musician needs to work and practice playing an actual musical instrument. Now they just push a few buttons on their "Music" software and record themselves mumbling swear words and talking about how many guns/women they have...Same old same old...
Early Chicago was tremendous. It is extremely rare for a band to have three strong lead vocalists, and they could all really play. When Kath died it obviously altered the entire trajectory of the band. He was the band's heart and soul.
I was at this one. Expected a good show. Did not expect to be entirely blown away. Maybe their greatest show ever. Kath was off of the rails.
@davidmaynard8106 Seriously? You must love reliving the concert experience when you watch this! How cool is that? 😃 I was about 5 years old at the time. I remember my mom playing great music like this.
@@Lamb716 Tanglewood was a great venue in the late 60s and early 70s. Bill Graham had the Fillmore East in NYC and brought many of those bands to Massachusetts as their next stop. I remember seeing The Who supported by Jefferson Airplane in ‘69 and a big summer there in 1970 with The Who with Jethro Tull in July, that great Chicago show in July and then Santana in August. Plus, there was SPAC who had great bands all summer long, starting with The Doors in Sept of ‘68. In Schenectady, they had a place called The Aerodrome that had some great bands for a few years. Saw Zep there the week after getting back from Woodstock
@davidmaynard1530 How incredible 😃 that must have been. I was just sitting here watching RUclips when your message came up! My first concert was in 79 to see Cheap Trick in Buffalo. I was in 9th grade. Wouldn’t have been my first choice of shows to attend but had to see what the concert experience was. I was just born in the wrong decade I think! lol
It’s great that you can still recall all those bands! Quite the lineup. And you went to Woodstock too?! 😲
I live in Adams, MA and went to ALL the rock concerts at Tanglewood. I was at this concert in 1970. And,,this is my first time seeing it since 1970. I didn't even know this concert was on RUclips. I feel like I am back in time. Fabulous!!
So lucky
@@BruceBanerdt Thank you. I have another interesting story for you. I saw The Who at Tanglewood. That was back when they used to break a bunch of equipment at the end of their concerts..which I got to see. Well, the next day, I went for my guitar lesson at LaFlamme's guitar studio on Summer St in Adams. I was telling my guitar teacher about the Who concert the night before, & how I saw the band break their equipment. My guitar teacher pulled out a guitar signed by Roger Daltry. The band had come to my guitar teacher's studio, the afternoon before the concert, and purchased all the equipment that they broke at the concert that night. My teacher had extremely reasonable prices for his equipment. He said the band ended up giving him more money than he asked for. I wish my guitar lesson had been the day before. I love that story.
Still plenty of good music to hear if you live in that area-Massmoca and Tanglewood,etc.
@@stephencarroll230 Absolutely. I live minutes from Massmoca..
You are fortunate to see this live! Many are fortunate that it was recorded.
1971, SPAC, Saratoga, New York: My wife and I were newly weds, when we went to see Chicago perform. And, what a fantastic performance it was. I’d never been to a live concert before that, and I only went to this one because my bride wanted to go. I loved every minute of it!
Sadly, my wife passed away this past May, just one month short of our 49th wedding anniversary, and so now I sit alone listening to Chicago without her.
Embrace who and what you have, while you are still able to do so, my friends.
I have some exquisite memories of Sarataga too. Such a beautiful place just to walk around...but to hear Chicago in '71must've been really special. Similar in a lot of ways to Tanglewood. Every show I've seen there has been incredible and not only for the music...the whole atmosphere wraps around you when you arrive, you feel like you're in the only place you'll ever want to be.
Thanks for sharing some of your life with us...that you and your wife stayed with each other all this time ... I don't know it just makes me smile. Must've been sharing a lot of love over the years....She may have moved on before you but we all will follow her soon enough. Thanks again for the SPAC memory!
@@rcanoli99 Thank you for sharing this with me. Much appreciated.
The best part about Kath’s solo on “25 or 6 to 4” is how focused the horn section is on what he’s playing. Complete attention and awe at Kath’s superhuman guitar ability
Cant believe how great they were singing and musicianship. Sounds just like the album....true talent.
Terry sure was exceptionally talented. Great songwriter, vocalist and even better guitarist.
I think one of his best traits aside from all I mentioned above is he is so unassuming. He's clearly the leader of the band but he steps out of the spotlight when it's time for someone else to step into it.
That's what makes him the legend he's become.
It's 2022 and this concert was held over 50 Years ago!
FIFTY TWO YEARS ago... from today!
Imagine being there but, not realizing at the time that
this was going to be such a special & historical event!
I so envy all those that were there to experience this performance!
Terry Kath's guitar playing was monumental. All the member's
performance was as well... But Kath's was, just incredible
The Band was just really amazing. Terry Kath was a huge inspiration to many guitarists.
Among the first group to incorporate a robust horn section, as did Earth, Wind and Fire. Great talents all around! Thx for posting!
I'm only 33 years old and they are in my top ten bands. I absolutely love them and yes they were on fire. I don't know how people can't like music like this.
This is Chicago in their prime. So good...so damn good.
+Kedbuka But like so many other bands (even the Beatles) the tempo was faster and more frenetic when they played live. McCartney (in Beatles Anthology) said this happens because of all that adrenaline pumping at a live performance that isn't there in the studio.
+Delmarvellous the tempo was faster because they had to cover as many songs as possible in a certain amount of time. Musicians are exports at keeping time.
+Kedbuka Pure excellence is what it is .Bliss ..
Absolutely NOT. Almost every rock band has a tendency to play faster live. And if the person counting the song off is the only one too fast, the rest will have to follow. Terry had a lot of energy and definitely was on the fast side for this gig. But it works for me!
Disagree. Ram4 - have you ever played a live gig? I have played hundreds of live gigs over a 30 year career. Yes - you get caught up in the adrenaline of a gig. If you listen - Danny S as a great drummer tried to bring it back. No easy task.
I must have watched this concert a million times! Terry Kath, what a machine!
I've always loved the Ballet For A Girl In Buchannon suite.
Real musicians!! Thing of the past. There will never be another band as relevant as Chicago.
Tip as a fellow Chicago fan: Look beyond mainstream music of today, there's young bands that are influenced by Chicago. You'll be highly surprised.
Terry Kath went way beyond his years as a player. He was the master of his instrument, and one of the true geniuses of the fret board. He was the best that ever was, and yet so underrated during his short time on the planet. Terry, you brought great playing and joy to all of us.
So true damn he was awesome
Perhaps the coolest cat that ever lived!
Prince
I think people are starting to discover what a few already knew. That Terry Kath was a genius.
Almost 50 years later and this music is as relevant as it was when these guys wrote these masterpieces.
Damn right back when music was music today's music sucks
JAMES Couture ... agreed !
...and some of that relevancy is a sad dark cloud on the comment of mankind madness. It never ended soon....
You bet.
I love the jazz influence on the pop rock fusion sound. Pretty incredible. David Foster took them away from that sound which was too bad. Although there was a lot alot of Peter Cetera I liked also.
Some of the best auditory vibrations ever put out into the ethers....
Really love the soulful live bass playing by Peter Cetera, underrated.
Truth...
Very underated
Absolutely correct, not only great bass, his vocal is so good. Even though he appears alienated from the group his lead vocals as well as his harmony background is fanomanal. The voice reflection, mike fades on lead and high note harmonizing is a major contribution to the band's greatness. The Chicago without Kath and Cetera is missing the real magic it had. All the electronics and high tech don't make it happen. It was a once in a lifetime combo. Often Imitatated but never duplicated!
In 1970 Chicago was one of the few bands that had a horn section. This is why I have loved them for over 50 years.
Terry Kath just might be the most underrated guitar player ever. The perfect blend of emotion and technical skill AND a great voice...what a shame.
He was a beast Rock band with horns. After he died...it was a ballad band. Not really for me.
Michael L. Thanks
Jimi Hendrix's favorite believe it or not
Yup! What I read is that Jimi said to keyboardist Robery Lamm after hearing the band perform, "the horns sound like one set of lungs and I think your guitarist is better than me!".
His death was a huge loss to the music wold. The band, though, had started going pop long before he died. IMHO they lost their wonderful rock edge after V. I would have loved to hear a TK solo project. What a shame he never did a breakaway album (or three) before left us.
When Terry died, Chicago died.
How beautiful hearing Terry Kath sing Colour My World. I am almost crying.
I'm just crying with happiness to hear this.
Terry kath was a special gifted musician, I loved Chicago ever since make me smile and beginnings came out. this concert was amazing, thank you Chicago.
Terry Kath was one of the best guitarists of all time.
Yup
The best
What a waste
No doubt about it! Awesomeness!
Diana Monnich yep no doubt!
I am 66 years old. This is the greatest group EVER. Nuff said.
+Erick Carlson Certainly one of the most talented.
That is quite the statement. Great? Damn right. Brilliant. Inspiring. But "The Best", period? Why must there be a #1? I mean, I consider John Coltrane to be perhaps the greatest, but hey, Ben Webster was mind-bogglingly great as well, as was Lester Young, Albert Ayler, and so on. Eric Dolphy. Don't see the need for a rigid hierarchy. Although once someone told me "It's all a matter of what you like" and I eviscerated him. So Kenny G is as valuable as Coltrane. No. No. No. I dunno. It's complicated. I see your side. Be well.
The sound track to my lost young life.
If I could only go back to visit.
SIGH....
Amen
I don't care how many comments I'm leaving. This is just outstanding. Love it.
I agree
I was into many bands back in the 70s but Chicago just passed me by. But if I had a time machine and could go back to just one gig from the past, this would be it.
Good for you!
I have always loved Chicago. Saw them in concert in 1972!
Such a great concert. They were at the top of their game. Terry was incredible.They all played amazing.
I have never heard this band. My boss sent me this concert and said I would like the guitar work. Boy my mind has been completely blown away!!! Jeezuz christ this band is amazing 👏. Instant fan made with their opening song. Will definitely come back to this concert
In my younger days I went to a lot of concerts. I was fortunate enough to see Chicago several times in their early days. They were the best live band I’ve ever heard. Terry Kath is truly one of the best guitarists ever. His accidental death took him from us far too early. RIP Terry. me.
I'm 78 and just reconnected with this band and 1st time seeing this concert! All the comments are absolutely valid! Excellence!
You know back in the day, the 70 s I knew Chicago, was good. But now in retrospect I have to say in my opinion they are the greatest American rock group ever. They had the horns, the greatest guitar player , 3 great singers, keyboardist and great drummer.
I NEVER get tired of listening to Chicago's music! It's 2021 and it's still as new and fresh to me as the first time I listened. So blessed to have grown up with their music!! Pure talent and passion for greatness!!!! Thank you, Chicago!!
Man, I felt like they pulled me into the screen and I was sitting in the crowd watching their beautiful talent unfold.
nice one....to have a time machine to go back and also a few other gigs over the decades....ex. Talk Talk...1986 Montreux Jazz Festival....a gig for the ages that one too.....
A world of music in a single concert, with so many moving parts. Arranged improvisation, jam band that can also do the sweetest of melodies, jazz/rock sensibilities wrapped in a popular music package (or at least a package that was pop music then - sadly not now). I'm a child of the 60's and 70's who has watched this concert of times, and each time there is a bit of new ear candy hitting me from a different angle.
Yes very well said.My mom played their music all the time.I was about 10 years old .As I grew up I really started to appreciate the musicianship,arrangements and vocals.The complete package .This really touches me on the inside.❤❤❤
Terry was double blessed: amazing guitar playing, and amazing vocals. Perhaps a third blessing would be his musical ideas.
It makes me sad to think where he could have taken his music.
What I love about this concert is that Chicago is a whole band here, rather than appearing to be a backing band for Peter. In fact Terry Kath has to be the most unassuming 'man out front' there ever was - he's just rockin' out, having a great time.
Music? Now this is music. No twenty people dancing around, no one grabbing themselves, no singing the song for 15 minutes, no one changing outfits after every song, no skimpy outfits and no profanity.
Just great music!!!
It’s just that plain and simple
No argument. Still good music out there though. Heard this? ruclips.net/video/6GkdCiqsFUI/видео.html
No kidding. I saw them three times in my life. Fantastic musicians!
Look at Terry Kath's foot on the pedal when he's playing. Enough said.
Agreed! Never better than Jimi but amazing.
To each his own. Some people must like what you described or it wouldn't exist.
Terry Kath, Robert Lahm and Peter Catera. The vocals alone make them one the greatest. What a band. America's best I think
Totally agree w/U! Gifted vocalists & songwriters.