Chicago, “Skinny Boy” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
“Skinny Boy,” a song that later appeared on the Robert Lamm solo album of the same name, was this weird little treat to end a great Chicago album.
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Chicago, “Woman Don’t Want to Love Me” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays In The Park
The fact that “Woman Don’t Want to Love Me” is a lesser song on ‘Chicago VII’ is a testament to how strong the rest of the album really is.
Chicago, “Call on Me” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
Combining a catchy melody, a good story, amazing brass and prominent percussion, Chicago’s “Call on Me” is a purely enjoyable listen.
Chicago, “Wishing You Were Here” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
Is this Peter Cetera-composed, Terry Kath-sung track the best ballad in Chicago’s canon, or just one of many highs?
Chicago, “Byblos” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
From ‘Chicago VI’ on, it was increasingly apparent that guitarist / vocalist / band heart and soul Terry Kath was becoming weary of his diminishing role.
Chicago, “Song of the Evergreens” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
Musically, Chicago’s “Song of the Evergreens” is brilliant. Where the disconnect occurs are the vocals.
Chicago, “Mongonucleosis” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
After the seriousness and maturity of Chicago’s “(I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long,” it’s time to party!
Chicago, “(I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
If Chicago had to go mainstream, this track was the way to do it. No apologies were necessary.
Chicago, “Happy Man” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
“Happy Man’ is the least-bombastic vocal Peter Cetera ever recorded with Chicago, and I’m including “If You Leave Me Now.”
Chicago, “Lifesaver” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
Part of the appeal of Chicago’s “Lifesaver” is that it’s fun – a stark contrast to the pretentious seriousness of 1973’s ‘Chicago VI.’
