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Chicago, “Once in a Lifetime” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Once in a Lifetime” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Penned by long-time member James Pankow, “Once in a Lifetime” finishes ‘Chicago 17’ with a bang.

Jeff Coffey, on ‘Origins,’ Ex-Chicago Bandmates and What’s Next: Something Else! Interview

Jeff Coffey, on ‘Origins,’ Ex-Chicago Bandmates and What’s Next: Something Else! Interview

Don Felder sideman Jeff Coffey stopped by to discuss his new solo project, what it’s been like reconnecting with former Chicago bandmates and his plans for what’s next.

Chicago, “Prima Donna” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Prima Donna” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Did erstwhile Chicago singer Peter Cetera once have a secret ambition to be a movie star? He wrote and recorded two songs on this theme in the early ’80s, including this one.

Chicago, “Please Hold On” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Please Hold On” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Am I the only one who thinks that the deletion of the first bridge from “Please Hold On” on the reissues of 1984’s ‘Chicago 17’ is criminal!?

Chicago, “You’re the Inspiration” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “You’re the Inspiration” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Maybe this is just a ballad to some, but for others Chicago’s “You’re the Inspiration” might have opened them up to a whole new world. It did for me.

Chicago, “Along Comes a Woman” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Along Comes a Woman” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

“Along Comes a Woman” is another incredible convergence of talent and musical skill between David Foster and Chicago. Unfortunately, change loomed.

Chicago, ‘Remember the Feeling’ from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, ‘Remember the Feeling’ from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

The thing that still leaves me scratching my head: How come Chicago never released “Remember the Feeling” as a single?

Chicago, “Only You” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Only You” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

What if Chicago didn’t hire a singing replacement after Peter Cetera left? “Only You” provides a glimpse.

Digging Into ‘Chicago II’ Deep Cuts Reveals New Layers of Meaning

Digging Into ‘Chicago II’ Deep Cuts Reveals New Layers of Meaning

Released 50 years ago this week, ‘Chicago II’ spawned a trio of very familiar Top 10 singles. Let’s explore further into five key deeper cuts.

Chicago, “We Can Stop the Hurtin'” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “We Can Stop the Hurtin'” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park

Stripped of the drum and bass programs and the army of synthesizers, Chicago’s “We Can Stop the Hurtin’” would still be a great song.