Chicago, “25 or 6 to 4” from ‘Chicago II’ (1970): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago guitarist Terry Kath’s solo on “25 or 6 to 4” has always been one of my most memorable musical moments. Here’s why.
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Chicago, “Fancy Colours” from ‘Chicago II’ (1970): Saturdays in the Park
With 1970’s “Fancy Colours,” Chicago proves once and for all how sophisticated rock music can be.
Chicago, “Liberation” from Chicago Transit Authority (1969): Saturdays in the Park
Those who prefer conventional fare might be put off by Chicago’s “Liberation.” Others looking for something more freewheeling may find a lot to like.
Chicago, “Beginnings” from Chicago Transit Authority (1969): Saturdays in the Park
One of Chicago’s crowning achievements, “Beginnings” boasts a near-perfect arrangement only marred by a good but too-long coda.
Chicago, “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” (1969): Saturdays in the Park
“Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” is one of the great triumphs of Chicago’s 1969 debut, ‘Chicago Transit Authority.’ Here’s why.
Almost Hits: Jackson Browne, “In the Shape of a Heart” from Lives in the Balance (1986)
Jackson Browne’s 1986 single “In the Shape of a Heart” was a big hit in certain circles. It went to No. 10 on the adult contemporary chart, but rose to only No. 70 on the Billboard Hot 100. You May Also Like: Jackson Browne, “Shaky Town” from Running on EmptyRead More
Almost Hits: Blood Sweat and Tears, “Go Down Gamblin'” (1971)
The problem with Blood, Sweat and Tears was that many rock fans didn’t consider them to be a real rock band. Their guitarist, Steve Katz, never reeled off the flaming, red hot, twelve-minute, guitar jams You May Also Like: Why You Should Have Celebrated Tears For Fears’ ‘Everybody Loves aRead More
Almost Hits: Herman’s Hermits, “No Milk Today” (1967)
Even though “No Milk Today” (#35, Hot 100 in 1967) was released in the USA by Herman’s Hermits as the B-side to “There’s a Kind of Hush” (#4, Hot 100) it was the better song of the two You May Also Like: Why Neutral Milk Hotel’s ‘In an Aeroplane OverRead More
Almost Hits: Chicago, “Questions 67 and 68” (1969)
Back when the famous, classic, horn-rock band was known as Chicago Transit Authority, they released a top-notch single called “Questions 67 and 68,” off of a 1969 eponymously titled debut album. It didn’t do much on the charts You May Also Like: Chicago, “Questions 67 & 68” from Chicago TransitRead More
Almost Hits: The Eagles, “Busy Being Fabulous” (2008)
Released in 2008 from the Eagles’ double-album set Long Road Out of Eden, “Busy Being Fabulous” is a song that shows Don Henley to be in typical high quality form. You May Also Like: Following no trends, the Eagles’ Long Road Out of Eden was an impressive comeback Essentials byRead More
